FHS' Colace, Pisano, Lewandowski, Dwyer, Tasker, K Hedvig, C Hedvig recognized as Hockomock League hockey all stars

The Franklin High School selections for the Hockomock League hockey all stars are shared here.

*** Below are the official 2020 Hockomock League Girls Hockey All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

Hockomock League MVP
Makenzie Shandley, King Philip

Hockomock League All Stars
Gabby Colace, Franklin
Tina Pisano, Franklin
Amanda Lewandowski, Franklin

Honorable Mentions
Jordan Dwyer, Franklin


*** Below are the official 2020 Hockomock League Boys Hockey All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

Hockomock League MVP
Johnny Hagan, Canton

Hockomock League All Stars
Tom Tasker, Franklin
Kyle Hedvig, Franklin

Honorable Mentions
Colin Hedvig, Franklin


For the complete girls listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2020-hockomock-league-girls-hockey-all-stars/

For the complete boys listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2020-hockomock-league-boys-hockey-all-stars/

FHS' Colace, Pisano, Lewandowski, Dwyer, Tasker, K Hedvig, C Hedvig recognized as Hockomock League hockey all stars

Franklin Food Pantry: Covid-19 (Coronavirus) Update March 23

Thank you to all our community members for your continued support of The Franklin Food Pantry. We continue to have requests about how to support The Pantry. The best way to support The Pantry is to make a monetary donation online so that we can purchase the items we need to serve our neighbors.

We communicate regularly with our town officials and local police force to continue to ensure our neighbors' safety and to share Pantry updates with them.

The Franklin Food Pantry remains open to ALL who need us. If you are new to us and haven't used us before or in awhile please reach out to Executive Director, Lynn Calling or 508-528-3115 and she will help you.

We have made some changes to how we serve our neighbors. These changes are listed below:

• As of March 31, Franklin Food Pantry will ONLY be open on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM AND 1:30-4:00 PM
• Drive Up format - Stay in your car. We will bring bags to you
• If you are walking, there will be a sign directing you where to go
• NO Bread and Produce Hours
• Bags are prepackaged - sorry - no substitutions
• Bag contents will vary week to week, but will include shelf stable items, frozen proteins and vegetables. Dairy and fresh produce as available
• For families with children under 18, we will have additional bags for children
• You can come one time per week; all scheduled appointments are currently suspended
• Every person will receive the exact same items whether you come at 9:30 AM or 4:00 PM
• Do not form a line on West Central Street. If you can't fit into the parking lot, drive around the block. We will keep the line moving
• If you are sick, please stay home
• We will offer limited delivery options. Please contact the Pantry for more information at 508-528-3115
• Project Bread can help callers with SNAP applications over the phone. The number is 800-645-8333 and they are open 8 AM - 7 PM, Mon-Fri and 10 AM - 2 PM on Saturdays throughout the crisis

Thank you and please stay safe. https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/

Franklin Food Pantry: Covid-19 (Coronavirus) Update March 23

Temporarily Closing Mass Audubon Wildlife Sanctuaries and Trails

It brings us great sadness to inform you that, to support the stay-at-home advisory given by Governor Baker, we will be closing all of Mass Audubon's wildlife sanctuaries and trails to any visitation as of noon on Tuesday, March 24, until further notice. We know how important it is to get out in nature, and there is nothing we like better than seeing people enjoying our trails. But the health and safety of the residents of Massachusetts and beyond must take priority. Our hope is that these extreme measures will help flatten the curve, so we can soon go back to business as usual. And with the support of people like you, we will come back even stronger. While you can't visit our sanctuaries in person for the time being, you can engage with us online. In fact, we are hard at work creating wonderful experiences that you can watch on Facebook or via our website. We hope that you can still find solace and comfort in nature, just a little closer to home. And be on the lookout for signs of spring—including the calls of Spring Peepers and Wood Frogs, salamanders on the move, emerging Skunk Cabbage, and the return of Eastern Phoebes and other migratory birds. Stay well, Gary Clayton Mass Audubon President 208 South Great Road, Lincoln, MA 01773. View this email in a web browser

Temporarily Closing Mass Audubon Wildlife Sanctuaries and Trails

View this email in a browser
http://web.massaudubon.org/site/MessageViewer?em_id=81027.0&dlv_id=105518

The Trustees have also closed their trails
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200323/audubon-trustees-of-reservations-close-all-trails-due-to-virus

Once Upon a Town - Tour of Downtown Franklin (Video)

"Explore the stories of Franklin, Massachusetts with local historians Joe Landry and Eamon McCarthy Earls. On this episode: A visit to the Morse Block, Clark Square, the Post Office and Depot Ave."

https://youtu.be/GXLIE_SDASE

Franklin School for the Performing Arts Introduces VirtualFSPA

On Monday, March 23, the Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) introduced VirtualFSPA, allowing students to continue their performing arts education while social distancing due to COVID-19. 

The Music Department instructors are teaching private lessons on the FaceTime, Zoom, or Skype platforms. All Dance and Drama Department classes, as well as Group Voice Classes and Little Music School, will be on BAND. The free app has already been successfully used at FSPA to distribute choreography and class/rehearsal materials. 

Students have been invited to join their specific classes on BAND and the classes will be posted at regular class time each day. FSPA Director Raye Lynn Mercer comments, “Although they can access their classes anytime, I think that originally posting the curriculum at regular class times gives students after school activities to look forward to and a bit of normalcy in their schedules.”

Mercer continues, “This is clearly a very difficult time, but this unique situation offers the chance for us to help keep our students busy at home, involved with FSPA, and continuing with preparations for Spring Concert and Music Department studio recitals. “ 

Additionally, FSPA has been providing at-home challenges, contests, and activities on their social media pages to keep students performing while at home. Projects have included a choreography challenge, a compilation reading of Shakespeare’s Sonnet 18, “FSPA Shower Concerts,” the Time Step Challenge, and more. 

Follow FSPA on 
Facebook   https://www.facebook.com/FSPAonline/

Instagram (@fspaonline)  https://www.instagram.com/fspaonline/

Twitter (@fspaonline)  https://twitter.com/fspaonline

YouTube (Franklin School for the Performing Arts)
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKkCQfWPhaucwL-WiLECWbA

And of course, their home page   https://fspaonline.com/

Franklin School for the Performing Arts Introduces VirtualFSPA

 

Simon's Furniture: Coronavirus Emergency Operations - OPEN FOR BUSINESS

"Dear Customers,

The Governor has ordered a shutdown of all non-essential businesses. As an appliance retailer Simon's is allowed to stay open per the governors order.

We are down to critical employees only and are practicing extreme physical and social distancing. We are also no longer allowing anyone into our showrooms or warehouse.

If you have a scheduled delivery our warehouse is open and we are still delivering product. If you need to change your delivery please contact us 48 hours in advance.

Please feel free to contact us with any concerns, below is a list of key contacts. Our main office number is 508-528-0501.

Donna Arpin - Director of Operations - darpin@simonfurniture.com
Jared Simon - Director of Sales and Marketing - jsimon@simonfurniture.com
Kirk Simon - General Manager - ksimon@simonfurniture.com

Sincerely,


The Team At Simons"

Shared from an email. Visit them online
https://www.simonfurniture.com/promotions/miscellaneous/2020/03-our-showroom-is-closed/with-chat/savings.html?

Simon's Furniture: Coronavirus Emergency Operations

Franklin Residents: Coronavirus Information Portal (Updates Here!)

Coronavirus Information Portal (Updates Here!)

The Town of Franklin is keeping up to date with the latest information related to the novel Coronavirus as it becomes available. This site will be updated regularly with information from Local, State and Federal agencies. Please check back frequently. 

March 23, 2020 Update 11:00 AM)

 

Governor Baker issues closure of all non-essential business effective Tuesday, March 24, 2020, at noon (https://www.mass.gov/news/governor-charlie-baker-orders-all-non-essential-businesses-to-cease-in-person-operation)

Based on the escalating global COVID-19 pandemic, effective March 16, 2020, the Franklin Town and School Administration offices, as well as all Franklin public buildings will be closed to the public through April 6th, 2020.  Beginning Friday, March 20th, 2020, at 12:00 Noon, all staff will be prohibited from entering any public facilities through April 6th, as well.

• Board of Health confirms the first COVID-19 case in Franklin (March 22, 2020)
• Trash and Recycling pickup will continue to be picked up on their normal schedule. 
• All municipal parks and playgrounds will be CLOSED to the public. All Franklin Public School grounds and facilities are also closed to the public. Nature trails are OK to use. 
• As of March 18, 2020, drive-through window service will be suspended.
• Beginning Monday, March 23rd, Governor Baker ordered most child care facilities to close. 
• Please stay tuned to the Franklin Public Library websites for children's programming and the programs that will be available to residents remotely. Click HERE to find more information on the streaming services and virtual programs provided by the Library.
• GATRA will be suspending regular service on Monday, March 23rd.  They will be providing free dial-a-ride options for critical transportation. Find the press release and details HERE  

Bill Payments & Permitting

1. White dropbox - residents can drop off payments by check and money order only, census forms, etc. in the white dropbox (mailbox) located on the side of the municipal building. 
2. Permitting and Online Payments (property and real estate, water/sewer/trash, excise taxes) can also be found online:
   1. Online payments
   2. Online Permitting Portal

A Reminder of Best Practices
All employees and residents should read the CDC guidelines for personal hygiene and social distancing.  These are the most important things any employee/resident can do to help stop the spread and transmission of the coronavirus (or any virus!). 

Coronavirus Customer Service Updates Department by Department (March 23, 2020)
Letter from Town Administrator, Jamie Hellen and the Superintendent of Schools, Sara Ahern regarding facilities closure (March 16, 2020) 
Letter from Town Administrator, Jamie Hellen and the Superintendent of Schools, Sara Ahern regarding Coronavirus 
A letter from the Superintendent of Schools, Sara Ahern Regarding Coronavirus and School closings

* Residents, please be informed that the over 1.3 million square feet of municipal facilities (ie. Schools, Town Hall Building, etc.) are being sprayed every weekend with commercial-grade disinfectant to help mitigate the spread of germs. This practice will continue for the foreseeable future. 

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The following links provide up-to-date information regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Center for Disease Control (CDC)
www.Mass211.org provides up-to-date information Massachusetts residents are urged to use 2-1-1 for information, resources, and referrals regarding COVID-19. Operators are staffing this hotline 24/7 and translators are available in multiple languages. Residents with questions can dial 2-1-1 from any landline or cellphone or use the live chat option on the Mass 211 website. 
Frequently Asked Questions
Update from the ABCC - No On-Premises Alcohol Consumption 
Best Practices for Prevention and Treatment 
How to Stop the Spread of Germs (CDC Video) 
Workplace, School and Home Best Practices
USDA Guidance regarding food safety
What to do if you are sick (CDC) 
How to prevent COVID-19 with social distancing (CDC)
Steps to prevent illness
How to protect yourself
Flattening the Curve Information from Sturdy Memorial Hospital
State of Massachusetts Assemblage Guidance from Governor Baker (March 15th)
Large gathering Information from the CDC (March 15th) 
Messages from Superintendent Dr. Sara Ahern (March 8th, Feb 28th)
Franklin Police Response to COVID-19 (March 13, 2020)
Franklin Police Quick Reference Guide to COVID-19 response
State Fire Marshall Update on Licensing & Inspections
Council on Aging COVID1-19 update (March 16, 2020)
How to clean your smartphone (and other computer hardware) 
Food Pantry is open for regular business hours
Hockomock YMCA assistance



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