Saturday, April 16, 2011

Free Geek Providence invites you to Community Camp (Apr 23, 2011)


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Saturday, April 23, 2011 from 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM (ET)

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RISD Auditorium
17 Canal Street
Providence, RI 02903
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If you are conducting a job search, there are four scholarships (free passes) available to attend this camp. Details on how to qualify can be found here:
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Franklin, MA: Old Masonic Building Fire



Geoffrey Zub captured the scene around the fire at the Masonic Temple and shares his photos.

Click on the photo itself to view his photo album.


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In the News - fire, Masonic Temple, Rachel's Challenge

Fire guts Franklin building



Fire destroys abandoned Masonic Temple in Franklin



Franklin students take up Rachel's Challenge




Franklin, MA

Senate Approves Local Aid Resolution

On April 14, 2011, the Senate approved a resolution declaring its intent to fund Chapter 70 and Unrestricted General Government Aid at levels not less than the amounts appearing in the House Ways and Means Committee's budget.

What does this mean?
This means that the numbers from the House Ways and Means Budget released earlier can be used with some confidence in planning for the Franklin budget.

Friday, April 15, 2011

Community Gardens Update

Hi Everyone,

Happy Spring!  We have been really busy with garden business and we have several updates to share with you.

The biggest piece of news is that the Town of Franklin has established a community garden committee!  The first meeting of the Franklin Community Garden Committee will be held on April 21, 2011 at 9 AM in the Franklin Municipal building in room 205.  All of the town committee meetings are open to the public.  Future meetings will most likely be scheduled for the evening, however, the Town Clerk will be swearing in the committee members so the first meeting has been planned during business hours.  
The agenda will be posted soon, and will be available for viewing on this page:

Meanwhile, we have established the Friends of Franklin Community Gardens to partner with the Franklin Community Gardens Town Committee.  The Friends will help by providing financial support for materials and supplies needed to build the garden, as well as educational and enrichment programs to benefit our entire community. 

Whether you are hoping for a garden space for yourself or your community group, seeking to volunteer for the initial Build Day or future garden work days, helping the Franklin Food Pantry Giving Garden team, supporting the Friends as a member, donor, sponsor, or volunteer, or any/all of the above, we hope everyone is as excited as we are to see the garden become a reality this year! 

Please be on the lookout for upcoming emails containing information on garden sign-ups, volunteer opportunities, the Friends of Franklin Community Gardens, and more.  In the meantime, please visit us on the web at: www.franklincommunitygardens.org . Thank you for your interest and support!



In health and springtime,

Amy, Chris, Nicole, Lauren, Deb, and Teresa



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In the News - recycling, art, FSPA


Recycling fundraiser set in Franklin




Franklin Art Association offering scholarship



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Cooking Classes at Whole Foods in Bellingham


Monday, April 18th 
Cooking with Greens!  - 6:30-8:00 p.m. 
Cost: $5.00 donation to the Whole Planet Foundation
Are you tired of eating plain old steamed greens? Do wish you were eating more green leafy vegetables? Don't feel bad, GREENS tend to be the #1 missing ingredient in the standard American diet. Learn how to incorporate this missing element to achieve excellent health and vitality in the Cooking with Greens class. 
Join Karen, the Healthy Eating Specialist in this educational  cooking class and learn some great ideas on how to get more green into your diet!




Thursday, April 28th
Health Starts RAW Foods Cooking Class - 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Cost:  $5.00 and please sign up and pay in advance at the Customer Sevice booth


By popular demand, we are offering our Raw Foods "cooking" class again! 
Learn about the many health benefits that are associated with the Raw Foods way of life, while sampling many great dishes that are not cooked above 104 degrees. 
Attend this class for some motivation and added support in your journey to becoming the healthiest "YOU" you can be! Receive an assortment of ways to incorporate more RAW Foods following the 4 Healthy Eating Pillars; Plant Strong, Whole Food, Healthy Fats and Nutrient Dense  into your diet.