In the News: Rep Roy office hours, FSPA auditions scheduled, Council to hear about Pond St, Jefferson School updates

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin

State Rep. Jeffrey N. Roy, D-Franklin, announced that constituent office hours will be held for the months of January and February on the following days: 

Jan. 29: 10-11 a.m., Elizabeth’s Bagels, 456 W. Central St., Franklin. 

Feb. 18: 8:30-9:30 a.m., Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill St., Franklin. 

Feb. 27: 9-10 a.m., Medway Muffin House, 116 Main St., Medway. 

Christopher Yancich, his legislative aide, will accompany him.

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160118/state-rep-roy-to-hold-constituent-office-hours-in-franklin-medway

Franklin School for the Performing Arts will host Massachusetts-area regional auditions for Broadway Artists Alliance of New York City on Jan. 24 at 38 Main St. 

A complimentary master class will take place from 10 to 11:15 a.m., followed by a dance audition from noon to 1 p.m. and individual appointments for songs and monologues from 1 to 3 p.m.

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160118/franklin-school-for-performing-arts-to-host-auditions-for-broadway-artists-alliance-of-new-york-city

The Town Council at its meeting this week will continue to discuss possible uses for a town-owned parcel on Pond Street - a topic that has some neighbors worried. 

The council has scheduled time during its Wednesday night meeting to consider the subject. 

For some time, the town has been looking for uses for the 33-acre plot, which abuts Interstate 495.

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160118/franklin-council-to-discuss-pond-street-land

All-school meetings, an outdoor learning space and a new approach to learning math are among the accomplishments at Jefferson Elementary School this year, according to an update from Principal Linda Ashley and Assistant Principal Sarah Klim. 

Ashley told the School Committee at a recent meeting one of the biggest developments is implementation of all-school meetings, in which all students attend a morning session about a particular topic.

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Presidential Primary Schedule = Prepare for March 1

Absentee Ballots are now available in the Town Clerk's Office

February 10 = Last Day to Register to Vote and Change Party Enrollment for the Presidential Primary The Clerk's office will extend their hours that day until 8pm.

March 1 = Tuesday, MA Presidential Primary

Town Clerks Office
355 East Central Street
508-520-4900

MA Secretary of the Commonwealth Elections Division
http://www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/eleidx.htm

election both at FHS gymnasium

FYI - the state primary and election calendar leading to the Nov 2016 election can be found here
http://www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/elepdf/Election-Calendar-2015-2016-2-54.pdf

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds: Thank You to Contributors of Registry's Annual Food Drive

	Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
	Register O'Donnell Thanks Contributors to Registry's Annual Food Drive Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell today thanked those who contributed to the Registry's 2015 Annual Food Drive. The food drive, an annual event that runs through the holiday season, concluded this past New Year's Eve, December 31st. "I want to express my appreciation to all who contributed to the Registry's Annual Food Drive. While the economy, particularly in eastern Massachusetts, shows continuing signs of growth, many of our fellow citizens face economic hardships, such as rent payments, medical bills, heating costs and food bills. I am thankful that so many Norfolk County residents remembered to help those less fortunate. I am also appreciative of the Registry's employees who helped make the food drive a great success. The non-perishable food collected during the food drive will help designated Norfolk County food pantries feed their clients. "While the holiday food drive has ended, it does not stop hunger from affecting many of our neighbors. I urge residents to consider dropping off food supplies at their local pantries across Norfolk County. Pantries are requesting canned goods, breakfast cereals, pasta, sauces, toiletries and paper products. Dropping off a food donation at a local pantry can make a world of difference in helping a family in need," noted Register O'Donnell. For a list of local food pantries, please visit the Registry of Deeds website at www.norfolkdeeds.org. To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, like us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds for follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds. The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High Street, Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101, or on the web at www.norfolkdeeds.org. Register William P. O'Donnell Norfolk County Registry of Deeds email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-234-3336 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

Forward email Norfolk County Registry of Deeds | 649 High Street | Dedham, | MA | 02026-1831

Norfolk Registry - listing of County food pantries

TeamFitness: Best Buddies Spin-a-thon - Mar 6

Support a worthy cause Team Fitness Franklin- 508-541-8330- teamfitnessfranklin.com- chrisa@teamfitnessfranklin.com

Forward this email Team Fitness Franklin | 100 Franklin Village Drive | Franklin | MA | 02038

FHS buys hockey ties with King Philip 1-1

In the only FHS varsity sports action on Sunday, the boys hockey team came back to tie King Philip 1-1.  The result details via Hockomock Sports.

FHS Panthers

Hockey

• King Philip, 1 @ Franklin, 1 – Final 

– The Warriors took the lead with 8:05 left in the first period on a goal by Sam Ross (assisted by Cory Lombardo and Kyle McCarthy). Franklin tied the game with 6:23 left when Joey Blasie was first to a rebound of a shot by Luke Downie. Evan Remmes made 36 saves for the Warriors, while Nick Jasinski made 16 for Franklin.

The remainder of the Hockomock League action on Sunday
http://www.hockomocksports.com/sundays-schedule-scoreboard-011716/

Josh Perry, Managing Editor writes:

The Panthers have been on a roll in Hockomock League play. Franklin came into Sunday night’s game with King Philip at Pirelli Veterans Memorial Rink having won 14 straight games in the league, including a perfect 10-0 last year and the first three games of this season’s league schedule. 

But as the clock was winding down in the third period, the Warriors looked poised to end that remarkable win streak. With 6:23 left to play, Joey Blasie pounced on a rebound to knock the puck home and finish one of Franklin’s numerous scoring opportunities. The goal canceled out Sam Ross’ first period goal and sent both teams home with a point.

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http://www.hockomocksports.com/remmes-kp-hang-on-to-earn-a-point-at-franklin/


For the JV and Freshman boys basketball scores from Friday night vs. KP we can share the results via Facebook:

Last nights scores:Freshmen: 52-48 lostJV: 43-37 lostVarsity: 60-57 won
Posted by Franklin Panthers Boys Basketball Team on Saturday, January 16, 2016

Trash and recycling on regular schedule this week

Friendly reminder that since 

The following are the only holidays where trash and recycling will be delayed:

• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• New Years’s Day
• Memorial Day
• July 4th
• Labor Day

Then the Martin Luther King Holiday does NOT cause a delay in the pickup schedule for this week.

trash and recycling containers at curbside on a warmer day

You can always check the annual mailer from the DPW
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_Recycling/WM_00363_Franklin%206pg%202015wCrop_rF1.pdf

In the News: FSPA launches virtual academy, Tri-County mobile app, Othello perfomances

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin

Franklin School for the Performing Arts will launch the FSPA Academy, in collaboration with Massachusetts Virtual Academy. In partnering with MAVA, FSPA will offer the setting for a complete and creative academic education with a special emphasis on arts, language and culture. MAVA offers online learning for grades K-12 and is the first diploma-granting virtual school in the state. Those interested can learn more at an open house for prospective students and families at 7 p.m. Jan. 19, at The Black Box, 15 W. Central St.

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160117/franklin-school-for-performing-arts-partners-with-massachusetts-virtual-academy

A mobile app concept created by sophomores in Tri-County Regional’s Computer Information Systems Program is in the running for the national Verizon App Challenge Fan Favorite award. 

The app proposal, which would transform the school’s late bus pass system to an all-electronic format, won Best in State in the high school section of the Verizon Innovative App Challenge. Each team member won a tablet computer and $5,000 to be used for science, technology, engineering, and math initiatives at Tri-County.

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160117/tri-county-students-compete-in-national-mobile-app-contest

Franklin Performing Arts Company will present Shakespeare’s tragedy “Othello” at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 22-23 and at 2 p.m. Jan. 24 at The Black Box, 15 W. Central St.The production is a contemporary adaptation of “Othello,” directed by and starring Aaron Andrade in the title role. 

Tickets cost $24, with $15 Student Rush tickets available at the door 15 minutes prior to show time. 

To purchase tickets, call 508-528-3370 or visit theblackboxonline.com.

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