"FINDING THAT CONNECTION - neurons connecting to one another in a Petri dish" (video)

"So amazing! Psych students- check this out!! https://t.co/VpvEYNadEn"

"In this video, Dr. Lila Landowski shares footage of two neurons connecting in a dish. Here's what Lila had to say about the footage:

You’re watching two neurons that I saw under the microscope sensing one another and connecting.

There are 86 billion neurons in the brain - how do they know how to connect to other neurons or body parts when our bodies are developing?"

Direct link to video ->  https://youtu.be/Rvmvt7gscIM

Shared from Ms Gordo via Twitter: https://twitter.com/ms_gordo/status/1470020817291464707

Exercise & Wellness Classes Starting Soon

Don't Be Left Out. Register Today

‌ Lifelong Community Learning Exercise & Wellness Classes Winter 2022 Starting SOON Don't be left out! Register today REGISTER NOW YOGA Classes Yoga, which has been around since the 15th century, helps to quiet the mind & improve health, for all levels - whether you are a beginner or experienced. Join us for a great way to spend the winter! Vinyasa Flow Yoga OR Yoga For Anyone Prices vary Teen Yoga For Girls This class will empower teenagers to become more self-aware and confident. The girls will gain a sense of well-being while developing strength and flexibility. They will also learn breathing and relaxation techniques. 8 weeks - $80/person LaBlast Dance Fitness, Partner-free LaBlast is an energizing dance fitness program that uses easy to follow ballroom dance patterns. Students will learn the basic steps of several dance styles, while enjoying music from all genres. Classes are low impact and for all levels of fitness. Partner-free and no experience necessary.  10 weeks - $90/person For more class options & additional details visit: www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com

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1st Day 5K: New Year's Day in Whitinsville, MA

Hi Runners and Walkers,  Join us at the start line of a new year for the 1st Day 5K!!   Race starts at 11am.  The race date is less than 3 weeks away.  If you've already registered, Thank You!. If you haven't registered yet or need to forward this to a friend, now is the time!    This is a USATF Certified Fast and flat 5K course on closed roads!  The roads will be closed from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Location / Registration Area:  Gray Barn,  2 Elm Place, Whitinsville, MA 01588   Additional Info: Registration includes a custom hat, hot chocolate, pizza afterwards AND an ice cold frosty beer at The Gray Barn following the race! (Proper ID required) Race field will be capped at 300 runners again - sign-up early so you don't miss out on this great race! (Pre-registration will increase after 12/16.) Online registration closes at 3:00 pm on December 30, 2021. Division Prizes: (no duplicates) Top 3 Overall Male & Female Runners and Top 3 Male & Female Runners in the following age groups: Under 15, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.  No double dipping! **$100 cash award for NEW course records** Times to beat: (M) Marcus Reilly 15:31 (2020), (F) Stephanie Reilly 17:04 (2017) Hope to see you there!  Terri  terrirules@yahoo.com Tri-Valley Front Runners 9th Annual 1st Day 5k 1/1/2022 Gray Barn Whitinsville, Massachusetts

Governor Baker Signs $4 Billion Federal COVID-19 Relief Funding Spending Bill

Charlie Baker (@MassGovernor) tweeted on Mon, Dec 13, 2021:

The #COVID19MA public health crisis has had a significant impact on MA workers, families, communities and businesses for nearly two years, and today's signing directs billions of dollars in relief toward those hardest hit across the Commonwealth.

The Governor's press release -> https://t.co/VotS5qeyJX 

Shared from Twitter:  https://t.co/5k7jcAojRI

CommonWealth Magazine coverage -> https://commonwealthmagazine.org/state-government/baker-signs-4b-arpa-bill-with-slight-tweaks/

Boston Globe coverage -> https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/12/13/metro/baker-signs-4-billion-covid-relief-bill-wrests-control-how-when-distribute-worker-bonuses/

Governor Baker Signs $4 Billion Federal COVID-19 Relief Funding Spending Bill

Pantherbook: LoveFranklin Open Mic Night - Dec 8, 2021

Overview 

"From the cast of Franklin High School’s Mamma Mia! to a Dean College faculty member, Franklin community members from all backgrounds were able to express themselves on stage on December 8th, 2021. Mackenzie Atwood, FHS senior, had the emcee position for the first half of the night and, expectedly, provided a very entertaining experience for the audience members. She kept the audience constantly engaged through small anecdotes about the participants and subtle quips. (Notable audience members included Steve Sherlock and Dr. Sara Ahern). Atwood started the night off by highlighting her recent experience at the October school committee meeting and emphasized the importance of “speaking up for people who can’t speak up for themselves.” She later conveyed her experiences as an openly gay student through an original poem– a beautiful one, might I add. Participants in the latter portion of the night were introduced by Jamele Adams, the leader of the Franklin Freedom Team. "

Interview

"An Accepting Community – Meghan Whitmore

For those of you who don’t know, Meghan Whitmore is a transgender woman who delivered a heartfelt speech on Open Mic Night about her experience transitioning and the reception she received afterward. Her moving words illustrated the importance of inclusivity, and Whitmore even stressed how touching it was to have people accept her as a woman."

Interview

"Love One Another, Stand for Change – jamele adams

Needing no introduction due to his large impact on Franklin, jamele adams immediately captivated his listeners when he began to recite his poem. Although he was a participant in the event, adams also played a significant role in organizing Open Mic Night, so when I broached the idea of making it an annual show, he enthusiastically replied, “More than once a year, hopefully, this could happen once a week!“, elaborating on the fact that “the Open Mic affected everyone in this space […] Folks shared that they were absolutely moved and then at the end when people were asked to write about how they were inspired, they shared how they were inspired […] People were moved in the space. People shared their narrative because they trusted in the space, and the energy was powerful and welcoming, and warm, supportive, and filled with advocacy for love. “

Continue reading the article online 
https://franklinpanthers.us/news/2021/12/08/open-mic-night-a-forum-for-all-to-express-themselves/

Pantherbook: LoveFranklin Open Mic Night - Dec 8, 2021

Meeting schedule - Information sessions Weds and Thursday

There are multiple meetings this week. The Town calendar provides all the details. I will be reporting on the following:

• School Committee meets Tuesday (7 PM)
• A School Committee budget workshop before their Tuesday meeting (6 PM)
• Town Council meets Wednesday (7 PM)
• A Town Council subcommittee looking at reviewing their procedures manual also before their meeting Wednesday (6 PM)

The monthly Franklin Matters Q&A scheduled for Wednesday morning at 11:00 AM. The meeting is hybrid. I'll be in the Senior Center and also allow for participation virtually via Zoom. Send me an email for the Zoom info. 

The Town Officials and State Rep Jeff Roy will hold their monthly coffee hour at the Senior Center Thursday morning at 8:30 AM. Also a good chance to get some details on any questions you may have.

Town Calendar - https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar

Meeting schedule - Information sessions Weds and Thursday

Cultural District Committee - meeting agenda - Dec 13, 2021

Cultural District Committee

Monday, December 13, 2021

7:00 PM - Virtual Meeting 

Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes

November 16, 2021 Franklin Cultural District Meeting Minutes

Franklin Cultural District Committee Membership Update

Cultural District Committee Structure

Grant Updates:

 Franklin Cultural Council Grant Update

 MCC Cultural District Grant Discussion

o Grant Submission Deadline December 15, 2021

Committee Member Roundtable

Next Cultural District and Cultural District Partners Meeting Date

Cultural District Meeting Thursday, January 20, 2022 6:30 p.m.

Cultural District Partners’ Meeting Thursday, January 20, 2022 7:00 p.m.

Adjourn

Agenda doc and connection info ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/cultural_district_committee_meeting_-_december_13_2021.pdf

Cultural District Committee - meeting agenda - Dec 13, 2021