A Life in Music Lost & Found - Jan 8

A Life in Music Lost & Found 

A “Talk & Play” presentation 

by Betty Hauck, viola & violin

For 50 years, Betty enjoyed a rich and rewarding career as a professional violist— until the day she realized that she had to retire because of progressive hearing loss. 

For three years, she completely turned her back on music. In this “Talk & Play” presentation, she will tell the story of how various twists and turns led her back into sharing the joy of music while educating and advocating for those with hearing loss. 

Her talk will be punctuated by short musical selections on both violin and viola. The program is about one hour and includes Q&A at the end.

Please call the Senior Center to sign up   508-520-4945

Jan 8 at 1:00 PM

Download your copy of the flyer
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LtlXn5OYmDlMtD_HbXWmRVTEWUxo9AH5/view?usp=sharing

wfpr●fm Program Schedule for Jan 8, 9, 10

Our weekly wfpr●fm program schedule lists interviews and musical programs of interest hosted by Franklin residents. Our current slate of programs runs Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Programs repeat at 9 AM, Noon, and 6 PM, and Saturdays, starting at 9 AM.

Wednesday:

9:00a/12:00p /6:00p        FPS Voice – Anne Marie Tracey

All about Franklin Public Schools

10:00a/1:00p/7:00p        The Wonderful World of Wine – Mark Lenzi, Kim Simone

All about wine, its culture, lore and finer points 11:00a/2:00p/8:00p        TBA

Thursday:

9:00a/12:00p/6:00p        The Tabernacle Choir

from Salt Lake City 10:00a/1:00p/7:00p        Frank’s Music – Frank Falvey

Frank explores a range of music genres and artists 11:00a/2:00p/8:00pm     Talkin’ the Blues – Jim Derick

Exploring the music of the great Blues tradition.

Friday:

9:00a/12:00p /6:00p       Chapters – Jim Derick

Insightful, life-affirming stories and interviews 10:00a/1:00p/7:00p        Music to Lift the Spirit - Jim Derick & Frank Falvey

An hour of uplifting music for all 11:00a/2:00p/8:00pm                                                Senior Story Hour – Senior Center Scribblers Group

Original short stories presented by the authors

Weekdays:

3:00p                                     Music of the Swingin’ Big Band Era

4:00p                                     Starlight Songs from the Great American Songbook

Listen each week on the air at 102●9 fm, and online at our website, wfpr●fm as we bring more of our community – to community radio.

For the full wfpr.fm program schedule
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CYwApFs6wG3s8RDgkjsu_goaKNsI03Bz/view?usp=sharing

For the full Franklin TV program guide
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KXX-HpkgeXBT04zAqZLikZNURRaokK63/view?usp=sharing

Franklin ECDC New Student Open House! - Jan 17

Are you looking for a preschool program for your child?

Do you live in Franklin?

Is your child going to be 3 by August 31st and not yet eligible for kindergarten in the fall of 2020?

Parents and children are invited to join us at F.X. O’Regan Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) for a tour of the school, to meet our teaching team and learn about our wonderful preschool program!

If you are unable to attend the OPEN HOUSE, you can contact Laura Flanagan to schedule a tour: Email: flanaganla@franklinps.net Phone: 508-541-8166

Tours are held at 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM to preserve the confidentiality and safety of our current students.

Applications for the 20-21 school year are available on the ECDC Website (https://www.franklinps.net/ecdc) or directly at
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GjbC7NiV9SxSIHf3EDZbQB_LkAeNlH3o/view


Applications can also be picked up at the Franklin Superintendent’s office and at ECDC.

Download a copy of the Open House flyer
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/uploads/ecdc_open_house_jan_2020_0.pdf

 

Franklin ECDC New Student Open House! - Jan 17

Franklin Issue on the 2020 'Watch List': School District Issues

With almost half of the Franklin budget covering the operation of our schools, the Superintendent Sara Ahern, the School Dept and ultimately, the School Committee, have their hands full this year.

The School Committee with 5 new members is really going to be challenged. School Start Time is on 'pause' as previously covered but, the FY 2021 budget, and the Davis Thayer issue (which in and of itself has multiple layers) will not be easy.

Fortunately, extra time is already added to the next two school committee meetings scheduled to allow for background info to be shared with the members in a workshop format. Jan 14 to cover the budget and Jan 28 to cover student services.

Simply put, the Davis Thayer issue is complex. The student population demographic numbers are expected sometime this month. We know the student population has declined from over 6,000 to 5,086 (as of Nov 30, 2019). With the planned and anticipated growth in the community, what does that mean for the student population for the school district? How does the charter school expansion play in that (if at all).

Once that number (or set of numbers is available), the other side of the equation comes to play. How do we service the students? That is, what does the existing physical capacity hold for the current educational demands of our students? We know for example that the high school was built for 1600 and is servicing 1754 (same date as student enrollment above). 

However, each of the middle schools and elementary schools were built or renovated at different times over the past. The educational requirement they were built for are different from what is required now.  What is the 'real' capacity of our school buildings? This study is also set to be done by an outside firm early this year. 

Then the real work begins: What do the two sets of numbers say? Are we under capacity? or over capacity, or somewhere in between? How do we decide what to do? Closing Thayer would mean a re-districting and that will be an involved process, not to be done quickly.

All this to be overseen by the new School Committee. They are a talented and diverse bunch of Franklin residents. They can not do this alone.

Fortunately, the School Committee will be informed by Superintendent Sara Ahern and her very talented Central Office, principals, and other educational personnel throughout the district.

They will all need our support, encouragement, and involvement. 

The adage goes: you can be part of the problem, or part of the solution! I recommend getting involved in the discussion (aside from Facebook!) to be part of the solution. 

Action:

• Get to a meeting
• Talk with members of the School Committee, your School Principals, and Superintendent Sara Ahern
• Have a civil conversation about one or more of these issues, together we can, and must, find a solution

The enrollment numbers as of November 2019
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/uploads/enrollmentcompare-nov2018-nov2019.pdf

 

Franklin Issue on the 2020 'Watch List': School District Issues

THE BLACK BOX Local Artist Series: Zajac Brothers Band and Grab Brothers Band - Jan 10

Brothers Matt and Tyler Zajac have always been influenced from classic rock music. Early memories of their father quizzing them on which “Beatle” was singing, quickly became the foundation for a passionate and rewarding musical future. Fast forward to the Zajac’s​ college years and you will find that Matt has graduated Boston’s Berklee College of Music while Tyler has attended Los Angeles’ Musician’s Institute. 

Drawing influence from bands of the 60’s and 70’s, the brothers decided that in honor of the 50th anniversary of Woodstock, a festival that kickstarted a counter cultural movement towards peace and love, it was time to bring back those values and songs. Joined by some of the finest musicians in the area- the 5 piece band will play with a night of Classic Rock songs!

The Grab Brothers are true brothers—Larry and Marc Grab—with music that explodes in a kick-ass blend of “Retro for Today” lead guitar crunching rhythms, mystical-leaning lyrics and arena-filling vocals that pull your heart strings on a whim. But there’s more. These brothers can also strum you a pot-full of acoustical gems and have you singing along to their life-fulfilling stories even when you’ve never heard the songs before.

Tickets are available at www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com, by calling the box office at 508-528-3370, or at the door. The venue features a full bar. 

THE BLACK BOX Local Artist Series: Zajac Brothers Band and Grab Brothers Band - Jan 10

Franklin Board Of Health: Meeting - Weds, Jan 8, 2020 - Agenda

Franklin Board Of Health 

Duly Scheduled Meeting

Wednesday, January 8, 2020, 5:00 P.M., Room 106 

AGENDA

This Meeting Is Being Recorded. 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) Reading and acceptance of December 4, 2019 minutes 

2) OLD BUSINESS
A. Keeping of Animals Regulations 

Chairman opens the floor for any other old business

3) NEW BUSINESS
A. Shiva Market
B. Tobacco legislature
C. Site Plan Modification-122 Chestnut Street
D. Local Upgrade Approval-416 Maple Street

4) HEALTH DIRECTOR’S REPORT

Chairman opens the floor for any other new business

5) CITIZENS COMMENTARY

6) ADJOURNMENT

Next Board of Health meeting will be Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at 5:00 pm in Room 106

Franklin Board Of Health: Meeting - Weds, Jan 8, 2020 - Agenda

Additional info on the Board of Health can be found on the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/health-department

Studio Two returns Feb 21 in Benefit Concert for HMEA - tickets now on sale

Studio Two returns Feb 21 in Benefit Concert for HMEA

Studio Two returns 
in Benefit Concert for HMEA 

Friday, February 21, 2020

Tickets Now on Sale
 https://www.hmea.org/events/studiotwo/

THE BLACK BOX

15 West Central Street, Franklin, MA

Doors open @ 6:00 PM | Concert begins @ 7:00 PM

live music | dessert bar | dancing | raffle | door prize

New this year - get a reserved table up front

for 5 people with an extra $10^.00 donation!
 

All proceeds benefit the programs at HMEA that serve

children and adults with developmental disabilities.

Generously sponsored by Lippolis Plumbing & Heating, Walpole, MA