Franklin Matters

Wednesday, March 20, 2019

Franklin Library: Myths & Miracles of Victorian Medicine - March 21

Myths & Miracles of Victorian Medicine, Thursday, March 21, 6:30 PM

"Prepare to gasp, cringe and chuckle, as you discover the primitive practices juxtaposed with the scientific advancements that characterize Victorian medicine.

Janet Parnes of Historical Portrayals by Lady J will escort you through topics that include hygiene, patented “remedies”, kitchen-cupboard concoctions, pregnancy protocols, disease-prevention myths, dentistry and discoveries that paved the way for medicine as we know it today.

The result is a light factual look at medicine at the time of corsets, calling cards and decorum!"

Franklin Library: Myths & Miracles of Victorian Medicine - March 21

FHS athletes named to wrestling and gymnastics Hockomock League All Stars

Below are the official 2019 Hockomock League Wrestling All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Mateusz Kudra, North Attleboro

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS

Drew DiFillipo, Franklin
Jake Carlucci, Franklin
Jordan Carlucci, Franklin
Alex Fracassa, Franklin
Dom Sackley, Franklin

Below are the official 2019 Hockomock League Gymnastics All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Lily Goulding, Mansfield

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS

Mia Lizotte, Franklin
Sadie Rondeau, Franklin

Honorable Mentions:

Emma Owens, Franklin

For the complete listing of wrestling All Stars
https://hockomocksports.com/2019-hockomock-league-wrestling-all-stars/

For the complete listing of gymnastics All Stars
https://hockomocksports.com/2019-hockomock-league-gymnastics-all-stars/

FHS Panthers

Franklin Odd Fellows held a fundraiser Cornhole Tournament

On February 23, 2019, the Franklin Odd Fellows held a fundraiser Cornhole Tournament at the Downtown Sports facility at 240 Cottage St. in Franklin. Ten teams came together for a fun time in a double elimination, blind draw style tournament that was organized to raise funds for the Massachusetts Arthritis Foundation and other local charities.

This was a first of a kind event for the Odd Fellows who wanted a team sport oriented fundraiser in one of the winter months to balance out a similar event that was held in June of 2018. Facility owners, Richard Frongillo and Kevin Sayward, were gracious hosts throughout the day and lodge members put on a free buffet lunch complete with lasagna, chili, meatballs and rolls, salads, pastas, chips, soft drinks and desserts.

Franklin Odd Fellows

The Grand Prize for the winning team received an all expenses, round trip experience to
Nantucket Island on Daffodil Weekend that included round trip tickets for two on the Grey Lady high speed boat out of Hyannis, and participation in the hugely popular Antique Car Parade. The winning team of “Two Kids and a Bean Bag” were Shane Jackson & Dan Labonte. The second place team of “J & R” was fielded by Ralph Delucia and Jerry Rinkel. Raffle prizes included Red Sox and Patriots shirts and a hand-made ball point pen that retails at $80.00. This high quality and very unique pen is made by the current Noble Grand of the Odd Fellows lodge, Rob Knospins of Millis, MA.

Downtown Sports is an athletic Facility available to teams, clubs, and the community at
large for the enjoyment and development of athletes. The sports complex includes a turf field and a multi- sport court with separate space for fitness and exercise classes, training and group activities.

fundraiser Cornhole Tournament

William F. Ray Lodge #71 is located at 330 West Central St and has been doing good
charitable behind the scenes work in Franklin since 1878. They are currently trying to secure the date of June 15th for their next tournament at the VFW Post on Pond Street in Franklin.

This article, with more pictures, can be seen on the lodge’s site: www.franklinmassoddfellows.org

Anthony Delasanta sprinting faster for URI

Franklin's Anthony Delasanta, runs track for the University of Rhode Island. Anthony won the A10 Conference 400 meter sprint championship at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia on February 24 in a time of 48.49 seconds.

Anthony also placed sixth in the 200 with a time of 22.25 and ran a leg of the fourth place 4X400 meter relay. This past winter season, Anthony also won the 400 meter sprint at the following meets: Beantown Challenge, Howling Husky Invitational, and URI Sorlein Invitational.

In addition, Anthony placed third in the 400 meter sprint in a time of 47.13 at the ICAAAA Championship, the second largest track meet in the United States, second in the New England Championship (NEICAAA) and fifth at the Dr. Sander Columbia Invitational at the Armory in New York City. He is currently ranked 79 in the United States in the 400 meters

Additional Info links:
https://www.tfrrs.org/athletes/6544195/Rhode_Island/Anthony_Delasanta

http://www.gorhody.com/sports/m-track/2018-19/releases/20190303ovwf4l

Anthony Delasanta sprinting faster for URI

Thanks to Yanks Care Package Event - March 23

Saturday, March 23, 2019
8 AM – 9 AM – Drop off of donations

Thanks to Yanks Care Package Event - March 23

9 AM – 1 PM – Sorting and packing

JOIN US AT ITALIAN AMERICAN VETERANS CLUB IN MILFORD

Join us for a care package packing event. We have ten units with over 325 individuals (soldiers, airmen, seamen) actively deployed.

Anyone interested in helping out is welcome – we will also accept donations of the following items:

Protein bars and powder
Snacks that won’t crush when we pack them up
Morale boosters/games
New socks

Non-aerosol personal hygiene items for men and women (e.g. shaving products, insect repellent, sun-tan lotion, chap stick, soap, deodorant, foot care products, toothcare products, shampoo/conditioner).

Monetary donations to assist with mailings/delivery are also welcome. For more details contact info@thankstoyanks.org

Tuesday, March 19, 2019

Jazz Ambassadors to play at FHS - April 1

Join the US Army Field Band, Jazz Ambassadors in Franklin, Massachusetts to hear the military's finest practitioners of jazz and swing.

"The Army's official touring big band, this 19-member jazz ensemble has received widespread acclaim at home and abroad, earning the Jazz Ambassadors the title "America's Big Band". This concert is free and open to the public."

For tickets and information call 508-613-1650 or use this link
https://armyfieldband.ticketleap.com/franklin/

Franklin High School Auditorium
218 Oak St
Franklin, Massachusetts

Jazz Ambassadors to play at FHS - April 1

FHS swimmers selected for Hockomock All Stars

Below are the official 2019 Hockomock League Swimming All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

Boys

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Kyle Gray, Oliver Ames

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS