"Most historians just study the past. But Allan Lichtman has successfully predicted the future."

From the New York Times: "The best way to predict the future is to choose it" 

• If you are not registered to vote, please do so 
• If you want to vote by absentee ballot, please do so
• if you wan to vote by mail, please do so
• if you want to vote early, please do so
• If you want to vote on the day of, please do so

To register or choose one of the options for voting, please visit the Town Clerk's page

https://www.franklinma.gov/town-clerk

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/08/05/opinion/2020-election-prediction-allan-lichtman.html

 

FM #323 Welcome FHS Josh Hanna - 8/04/20 (audio)

FM #323 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 323 in the series. 

This is a special session as we have a ‘welcome’ conversation with the new FHS principal Josh Hanna. I am joined by Pandora Carlucci and Jay Horrigan for this special ‘radio gang’ interview. Our conversation was conducted via conference bridge to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.

We have a wide ranging conversation to get to know Josh and how he feels about his new role at Franklin High School. The pandemic has been challenging but he prepared for this role as principal and loves the high school experience.

In the show notes we provide links to the video updates Mr Hanna does. We also share the link to the Google form to submit questions.

Our conversation runs about 52 minutes, so let’s listen to the conversation with Josh Hanna, the new principal at FHS, as he is interviewed by part of the ‘radio gang’

https://www.hipcast.com/podcast/HsMHLs8K

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Link to the Week 2 video on YouTube  https://youtu.be/AVp7GU-P79o

The Week 1 video can be found here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTx2cca8NRg

Mr Hanna provides a Google form to submit questions

Click the link to offer questions / concerns to be shared in future updates. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdF9xbPGfZHC8RZZP2GdZCuek8nR1jW5WT9bfJMGblqIHhvQw/viewform

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. 

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

 

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

 

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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Circle of Friends Coffeehouse: Peter Yarrow this Saturday Aug 8 - 7:30 PM

Folk legend Peter Yarrow online concert Aug 8

Peter Yarrow online Aug 8 View this email in your browser PETER YARROW online concert August 8 - 7:30 PM donations Sorry for the short notice but details have just been finalized. The Circle of Friends Coffeehouse presents an online concert by folk legend Peter Yarrow, on Saturday, Aug 8 at 7:30 PM to benefit the Franklin Food Pantry.   Peter Yarrow's talents as a creative artist—both with the legendary trio Peter, Paul & Mary and as a solo performer—are frequently directed at using music to convey a message of humanity and caring. His gift for songwriting has produced some of the most moving songs from Peter, Paul & Mary, including "Puff, the Magic Dragon," "Day is Done", "Light One Candle" and "The Great Mandala." As a member of the renowned musical trio, Yarrow has earned multiple gold and platinum albums, as well as numerous GRAMMYs.  http://www.peterpaulandmary.com/ Here is the concert link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0LakqPYWLg&feature=youtu.be The concert is free but donations will be accepted and benefit the Franklin Food Pantry. The Circle of Friends Coffeehouse is a non-profit organization affiliated with Franklin's First Universalist Society.  http://www.circlefolk.org/ Upcoming Online Shows Saturday, Sep 12  JOHN GORKA

Circle of Friends Coffeehouse · First Universalist Society · 262 Chestnut St · Franklin, MA 02038 · USA

THE BLACK BOX Summer Concert Series: Britt Connors and Bourbon Renewal - Aug 6

THE BLACK BOX Summer Concert Series presents Britt Connors and Bourbon Renewal, as an outdoor weekend concert in the theater’s parking lot. Sponsored by Dean Bank.

Singer/Songwriter Britt Connors was born and raised singing in small-town West Boylston, MA before taking her studies to Ithaca College in NY. But, the lure of the talented Boston singer/songwriter scene and the thought that she may someday try her hand at songwriting brought her to Boston in 2001. Her acclaimed 2010 debut “The Bad Side of Good" was released under her maiden name of Britt Sawdon and blended blues, folk, and country with jazz voicings and pop sensibilities. 

By the time she released her second album, "Warmer Season" in 2014, she had met and formed her backing band, "Bourbon Renewal," and had written the songs with that sound in mind, with tunes that are alternately rockin', country, sweet, rootsy, and New-Orleans-street-parade. The record needed its own category, so they started calling it "Y'all-Ternative" music. Britt continued to expand into the band's sound, calling on even more of some of Boston's talented musicians for her 2020 album, "Longitude." On this third record, she slips nimbly and authentically between soulful ballads, pop-rock, and gospel-infused Americana, reminiscent of recent feminist-inspired albums by Sara Bareilles and The Highwomen.


Thursday, August 6, 2020 - 8:00 PM

• For more info and tickets, visit THE BLACK BOX online

https://www.theblackboxonline.com/events.php?id=1391&month=08&year=2020

• What does the outdoor seating look like? Check out this aerial view

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/08/the-black-box-outdoor-concert-setting.html

THE BLACK BOX Summer Concert Series: Britt Connors and Bourbon Renewal - Aug 6

School Committee - Policy Subcommittee - Agenda - August 6 at 4 PM

A G E N D A

“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.”

I. Electronic Distribution of Approved Policies

1. ECAF - Security Cameras in Schools
2. EEA - Student Transportation Policy and Eligibility
3. EEA-R - Transportation Policy Responsibilities
4. EEAG - Student Transportation in Private Vehicles
5. Policy Distribution Folder

II. Discussion of Policies sent to School Committee

• 1. Second Readings (8/11/20):

• a) FA - Facilities Development Goals

III. Policy Revisions & New Policies - New Discussion Item

1. Creation of a General (Interim) Policy on COVID-Related Issues EBC Supplemental
2. Continued Review of Policies

Shared from the agenda document (meeting connection info in doc)
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/8.6.20_policy_posting_agenda_.pdf

School Committee - Policy Subcommittee - Agenda - August 6 at 4 PM

Senior Center - Curbside Cafe Menu for August

The August menu for curbside pickup at the Senior Center is shown here. 

You can order online or call

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclQGOzstB8joXRPN2N-I3zEq968zAKsS8SLOsVsUJNm-ICTQ/viewform

A Safe, No Contact, Curbside Lunch Pick-Up for anyone who's been alive since the Eisenhower Administration :). 

Please Order by 9:00 AM for same day pick-up. (After 9, Call 508-520-4945) 

When Picking up, please stay in your vehicle and wear a mask. We will place your order in your trunk or backseat, while practicing safe distancing at all times. 

If you do not have transportation, Dial-A-Ride may be able to assist you. Call: 800-698-7676 for details. 

This program is funded by a grant from the MetroWest Health Foundation and generous support of the Franklin Council on Aging. Meals are offered at a subsidized rate of $2.00 ea. and will be billed monthly. 

Let us know if you or anyone in your party has food allergies. 

Please call our Social Service Coordinator if you are in need of any additional food assistance. 

Curbside pick up Located at The Franklin Senior Center 10 Daniel McCahill St. Franklin MA, 02038 Phone: 508-520-4945

Shared from the Town of Franklin page  https://www.franklinma.gov/Curb

Senior Center - Curbside Cafe Menu for August

Attention Franklin: Solution Finders for Parents

Hi. 

With the school's announcement that they're starting the school year with remote learning, and all the negative feedback that's gotten, I was hoping you could help spread the word about something POSITIVE we've got going on. 

I've created a Facebook group for parents looking for solutions and people in the community who can help with solutions. 

KAREN BURKE 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/672152883370682/requests/?hoist_pending_member_ids_suggested_order=527890845%2C565763694&notif_id=1596502727569101&notif_t=group_r2j

Attention Franklin: Solution Finders for Parents