Franklin Matters

Monday, February 24, 2014

Melting snow and ice (video)

While walking Saturday, the snow melting under the ice on the sidewalk was interesting enough to capture this brief video.

To report a pothole or problem with a street light use this link
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/02/yes-it-is-pothole-season.html

For other photos from the Saturday walk check this link
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/02/winter-walk-in-franklin.html

Jazz Sunday; Ash Wed at Franklin Federated

Franklin Federated Church will offer two very different opportunities to mark the beginning of Lent: a Jazz Worship service on Sunday, March 2, at 10 AM at the church and a simple, brief service on Ash Wednesday, March 5, at 7:30 PM.

The Jazz Worship service will feature the Willie Sordillo Quartet featuring Willie Sordillo on alto saxophone. Mr. Sordillo has performed in concerts and festivals throughout North America and internationally, and has served as music director for a weekly jazz worship service at Old South Church in Boston since 2005. He will be accompanied by David Harris on tuba and trombone, Chris Bakriges on piano and Dave Dubinsky on trumpet and flugelhorn.

The Jazz Worship service will be followed by a Mardi Gras Pancake Brunch featuring pancakes with choice of mix-ins, sausages, home fries, juice and coffee.There will be Mardi Gras mask making, pancake races and jazz music. The cost for brunch is $3 per person or $10 per family.

Nursery care is provided during Sunday worship. Children in preschool through grade 6 begin worship with their families - children's activity kits are available for use during worship. Partly through the service, they move to Sunday School, where the Godly Play curriculum uses a storytelling approach. Middle school pupils stay in worship for the message, then gather for discussion.

Franklin Federated Church

The Ash Wednesday service, to be held in the church parlor, will be an opportunity to begin Lent in a prayerful and reflective way. There will be music, a short message and communion. There will also be an opportunity to voluntarily receive an imposition of ashes.

No matter who you are, or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome at Franklin Federated Church. There is a ramp for the disabled on the left side of the church, large-print bulletins, and hearing-assist devices available. For more information, visit www.franklinfederated.org or find us on Facebook. Or, if you have questions or wish to speak to Pastor Charley Eastman, call the church office at at 508-528-3803.

Committee openings

The following Committees have openings

Library Board of Directors - Felicia Oti 508-520-4940

Franklin Housing Trust Fund - Maxine Kinhart 508-553-4886

If you are interested in serving on the committee, please complete the form
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_News/01B2AF2D-000F8513.0/TOWN%20OF%20FRANKLIN%20VOLUNTEER%20FORM.pdf

and return to the Town Administrator's Office

Sunday, February 23, 2014

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Feb 25, 2014

Vision Statement

The Franklin Public Schools will foster within its students the knowledge and skills to find and achieve satisfaction in life as productive global citizens.

AGENDA

"The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law."

1. Routine Business
Citizen’s Comments
Review of Agenda
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the February 11, 2014 School Committee Meeting.
Payment of Bills Mr. Clement
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence: none

2. Guests/Presentations
a. Parmenter Update
b. Jefferson Update
c. Report Card Feedback – Joyce Edwards

Kindergarten
Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5
K-5 Specialist

3. Discussion Only Items
Scholastic Art Awards

4. Action Items
a. I recommend approval of the budget transfers as detailed.
b. I recommend acceptance of a check for $500.00 from Parmenter PCC for field trips.
c. I recommend acceptance of a check for $282.66 from Wells Fargo Community Support Program for FHS.
d. I recommend acceptance of a check for $242.28 from Wells Fargo Community Support Program for FHS.
e. I recommend acceptance of a check for $242.28 from Wells Fargo Community Support Program for FHS.
f. I recommend approval of the request of Anthony Joseph to take the Keller 5th Grade on a field trip to Roger Williams Zoo on April 29, 2014.
g. I recommend approval of the request of Peter Light for two music field trips as detailed:

1. All State Music Festival, Boston, MA - March 20-22, 2014.
2. UNH Jazz Festival, University of New Hampshire - March 8, 2014.

h. I recommend acceptance of the award of $1,200.00 of furniture from Jordan’s Furniture and $100.00 IMAX tickets for students for winning the “Coats for Kids Program” as detailed.
i. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,000.00 from the Friends of the Franklin Library for a FHS scholarship.
j. I recommend acceptance of two checks ($1,000.00 and $1,500.00) from Mr. and Mrs. Sabolinski and the Estate of Donald Sabolinski for a FHS Scholarship.
k. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,500.00 from the FHS Class of 1972 and 1973 for the Janet McHale Memorial Scholarship at FHS.
l. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,500.00 from the FHS Class of 1972 and 1973 for a scholarship in memory of Lexi and Sean Munroe.
m. I recommend approval of changes to the K-5 report cards as detailed.

5. Information Matters
Superintendent’s Report
School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
School Committee Liaison Reports

6. New Business
To discuss future business that may be brought before the School Committee.

7. Executive Session
Contractual Negotiations

8. Adjourn

Winter Walk in Franklin

Winter Walk in Franklin, a set on Flickr.

Saturday was a good day for a walk. The snow was melting providing puddles for reflections. The sun was shining to create sharp photos.

I did stop by the Franklin Historical Museum and captured a couple of photos inside.

Franklin Public Library: iStories

The Library will feature iStories for all kids but geared for ages 3-6.

Additional info can be found in the attached picture

Franklin Public Library - iStories

This was re-posted from the Franklin Library page here
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2014/02/istories.html

Business After Hours March 6

Business After Hours

March 6
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Join us for a Business After Hours at Double ACS, 42 Union St., Attleboro (behind the Chamber's Attleboro office). The event is sponsored by Double ACS, Attleboro Industrial Museum, Attleboro Jewelers, and FUN Enterprises. Attleboro Jewelers will be bringing its new 3D printer for a demonstration!

Bring your business cards and make new connections to help grow your business! The cost is $5 for members and $10 for non-members. Register by email and pay at the door.