Polito, Roy tout a team effort to provide better legal alternatives for teen sexting

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"Dozens of students appeared Monday night at Franklin High School for Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito’s discussion about “sexting.” 

Sexting is becoming more prevalent and more damaging to underaged people, Polito emphasized. 

But legislation filed by state Rep. Jeff Roy, D-Franklin, and Polito would help protect children from the harmful effects of the transmission of explicit images by modernizing the laws to reflect the realities of cyber-bullying. 

Franklin police officer Paul Guarino has been working to mitigate the practice. He said during the discussion that about 80 percent of students have either sent or received nude photos of another student, many of whom are underage."

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According to my notes of the event on Monday, the social media campaign mentioned by the MDN reporter and attributed to Lt Governor Polito is called "Respectfully". The campaign will use Instagram and SnapChat to deliver 20-30 second video messages to target 7-8th graders and 9-10th graders. The message will present a potentially abusive situation and provide an alternative for a more respectful treatment of the individual to promote healthy relationships. 

The campaign is NOT directly connected to the proposed sexting legislation working its way through the process. When the campaign is released, we'll share examples of it.

3 months ago Lt Gov Polito also mentioned the upcoming campaign separately from the re-filing of the sexting legislation. 
https://storgram.com/post/BtjuWLcnk_s

I joined @jeffroy this evening in #Franklin to discuss the importance of our bipartisan, common sense legislation to update current laws and protect children from harmful visual material and cyber bullying.

It’s imperative that MA laws evolve with new technology. pic.twitter.com/0wtYPtHjbx

— Karyn Polito (@MassLtGov) April 29, 2019

Rep Jeff Roy, Lt Gov Karyn Polito at FHS on Monday to address teen sexting

350 Mass: BBC Climate change documentary & discussion Tuesday, May 7, 2019

Tuesday, May 7, 350 Mass Screening of 

BBC climate documentary and discussion

7:00-9:00 PM 

First Universalist Society

262 Chestnut St, Franklin

The Greater Franklin chapter of 350 Mass, a statewide climate action organization, is proud to hold a screening. BBC's Sir David Attenborough, a long-trusted British natural historian, who has brought the wonder and brilliance of nature to millions of people around the globe for 20 years, has produced an up-to-date blockbuster on climate change called "Climate Change--The Facts." 

The hour-long viewing will be followed by a discussion of the various concrete ways we can each take climate action, from the personal to local and state levels. The public is invited.

For more information, please contact Carolyn Barthel of 350 Massachusetts, carolyncbarthel@gmail.com.

350 Mass: BBC Climate change documentary & discussion Tuesday, May 7, 2019

CHE APALACHE at Orpheum Theatre - May 9

CHE APALACHE

at Orpheum Theatre

Thursday, May 9, 7:30 PM

Che Apalache is an exciting four-man string band based in Buenos Aires with members from Argentina, Mexico and the United States. Their "Latingrass" style mixes South American music and Bluegrass., and their repertoire ranges from vivid Latin rhythms to a cappella mountain gospel songs sung in four part harmony. 

The group's founder is Joe Troop (fiddle), a North Carolina-born multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter and composer who moved to Argentina in 2010. While patiently carving out a niche in the local music scene, Joe taught bluegrass and old-time music for a living. That's how he met Pau Barjau (banjo), Franco Martino (guitar) and Martin Bobrik (mandolin), his most dedicated students. They quickly became picking buddies and in 2013 formed Che Apalache and hit the stage.

Che Apalache began as a bluegrass band, but eventually incorporated Latin American styles into their repertoire. Combining instrumental prowess with tight vocal harmonies, they have created an authentic blend of genres to reflect the nature of their lives. Evoking images from Appalachia to the Andes, their debut album, "Latingrass," is a testament to a powerful cultural and musical exchange.

In 2017 the band received grants from the North Carolina Humanities Council and the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities to tour the United States. Everywhere they went on their five-week ramble, they were met with enthusiasm and praise. At the prestigious Appalachian String Band Music Festival in Clifftop, WV they were awarded first place in the Neo-Traditional band competition. 

In 2018 the band expanded their touring coast-to-coast, performing extensively throughout the United States, which generated a feature on All Things Considered which highlighted their ability to overcome boundaries, both musically and geographically, and inject a sense of social justice into their songs. Their impact on audiences has been revelatory.

While on their third US tour the band was discovered by legendary banjo player Bela Fleck, who offered to produce their next record. In February 2019 they traveled to Nashville TN and spent two weeks in the studio. Their new album, "Rearrange My Heart," is the fulfillment of their plan to reveal the group's music in all its vocal and instrumental power and social relevance. It will be released in August this year. 

2019 will be a very busy year for Che Apalache. They will be touring throughout the US three more times, in April/May; July, and September/October/November. Whether it is clubs, concerts, festivals or Fine Arts booking conferences, Che Apalache continues to generate excitement as their reputation expands. The momentum is growing, and the promise for the future of Che Apalache burns bright.

See their website https://www.cheapalache.com/
and see them on YouTube 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCytvslh5KzMrcaEQxDVrmAA

Tickets are $20, available at the Orpheum Theatre box office, 508-543-2787, or online at Orpheum website. All tickets are reserved seating. For more information, call 508-543-2787 or email boxoffice@orpheum.org.

CHE APALACHE at Orpheum Theatre -  May 9

May 2019 Franklin Public Library Newsletter

The Library will be closed Sunday, May 12 for Mother's Day, and Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day. 

The Library's regular hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Friday and Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Sunday, 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM. Sunday hours are September through May only.

May 2019 Franklin Public Library Newsletter
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/may2019newsletter.pdf

May 2019 Franklin Public Library Newsletter

Kenny Hadley Big Band with the Franklin High School Jazz Ensemble - Apr 30

BLACK BOX Jazz presents the Kenny Hadley Big Band with the Franklin High School Jazz Ensemble on April 30 at 7:30 PM. Featuring a special collaborative performance showcasing students of the FHS Music Department’s jazz ensemble with Kenny Hadley’s legendary Boston- based big band. 

Presented at a professional music venue, this program of classic and contemporary big band arrangements will be performed by the student ensemble and the professional big band, highlighted by pieces with students playing side by side with mentor musicians. 

The concert is part of Franklin ArtWeek - a unique annual celebration of arts, culture and creativity. Curious people of all ages will get creative at 500+ unique events across the state and many are FREE! Join us April 26 – May 5. Get the full festival schedule at artweekma.org

BLACK BOX Jazz presents the Kenny Hadley Big Band
with the Franklin High School Jazz Ensemble on April 30

Download your copy of the full schedule for ArtWeek here
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczODN4X2hTdVdobWpWWTlpR19WMFZHZE5JWHVz/view?usp=sharing

Kenny Hadley Big Band with the Franklin High School Jazz Ensemble - Apr 30

Franklin ArtWeek Schedule for Tuesday, April 30, 2019

Tuesday, April 30

9:00 - 8:00: Post-It Note Collage at Franklin Public Library ~ In celebration of ArtWeek 2019, the Youth Services department will be building a Post-It Note Collage! But we need your help! Stop by anytime during the week to help add post-it notes to the wall. What will the final image be?? Only time will tell!!

10:00 - 11:00: "Now You Can Take Off Your Clothes: An American Conductor Lost in Translation" at the Franklin Senior Center (FREE)
A lecture by Jon Ceander Mitchell (Professor of Music and Conductor), this program is a humorous account of some of Jon's unexpectedly hilarious adventures through music-making in Europe. Musicians and non-musicians alike should enjoy this lighthearted romp through a conductor's reminiscences, both on and off the podium. Register with the Senior Center at 508- 520-4945.

1:00 - 3:00: Create a Pinwheel Garden at the Franklin Senior Center (FREE)
Nothing says SPRING like a colorful pinwheel spinning in the breeze! Imagine 10, 20, or 30 pinwheels on display in a "Pinwheel garden" —all created by individual artists! This hands-on project for senior citizens is quick and fun and will allow participants to "make and take" their artwork as well as contributing to a decorative kinetic display at the Senior Center. Register with the Senior Center at 508-520-4945.

6:30 - 8:30: Sail Away on the Craft of Pastel Painting at the Franklin Public Library (FREE)
Gregory Maichack, an award-winning artist, leads a hands-on workshop using sailboat references and his pastel version of Monet's Impressionist painting, "Sailboat at Le Petit- Gennevilliers." Create and take home a 12 X 18 pastel painting. No experience necessary! All supplies provided. Register: 508-520-4941 or kshipala@minlib.net

7:30 - 10:00: Kenny Hadley Big Band with FHS Jazz Ensemble at THE BLACK BOX ($8/$12)
BLACK BOX Jazz presents a special collaborative performance showcasing students of the Franklin High School Jazz Ensemble playing side by side with mentor musicians from Kenny Hadley’s legendary Boston-based Big Band. Tickets are $8 students & $12 adults. Tickets: bit.ly/kenny_hadley


Download your copy of the full schedule for ArtWeek here
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczODN4X2hTdVdobWpWWTlpR19WMFZHZE5JWHVz/view?usp=sharing

Franklin ArtWeek Schedule for Tuesday, April 30, 2019

State Representative Jeffrey Roy Hosts Tri-County Early Education Advocates at the State House

Tri-County County Early Education freshman and junior, along with their teachers, visited the Massachusetts State House. State Representative Jeffrey Roy, who represents Franklin and areas of Medway in the House of Representatives, led them on a tour during which he explained in detail the rich history of the State House.

As part of their tour students and teachers were led to a meeting room where they had the opportunity to discuss issues regarding early education and care in Massachusetts. Grade 11 students had reviewed budget proposals relevant to early education and care in Massachusetts some of which they discussed with Representative Roy. 

In addition, students who have participated in internships in elementary school classrooms expressed their concerns with the curricular expectations for children in kindergarten and first grade. This is a valuable opportunity for the students, who are teachers in training, to advocate for optimal early learning experiences for young children.

The tour ended in the House Chambers, where the group gathered around the rostrum for a photo with Representative Roy.

This is the seventh year that Early Education students have visited the State House to advocate for initiatives for early education and care in Massachusetts.

Tri-County RVTHS, located at 147 Pond Street in Franklin, is a recipient of the High Schools That Work Gold Achievement Award and serves the communities of Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleboro, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham.

State Representative Jeffrey Roy Hosts Tri-County Early Education Advocates