Library book sale: today - 9:00 to 4:00

The Friends of Franklin Library are holding their book sale today at the DPW garage off Hayward St.

Bring a donation for the Franklin Food Pantry and you get a coupon for a book (up to $1).




There are lots of books laid out on tables



The prices of books are shown on signs in each book section



I know at least one kindergarten teacher who finds some good additions to the school library



Giraffes can't dance? Why not?



If you are looking for a good laugh, there is a section of books for you!



Looking to travel? Check out this section



Books on tape to listen to for your commute.



Pets and nature



"Beyond risk" is one title about climbing shear rock walls in the Sports and Hobbies section



Biographies of Barbara Bush and Bill Clinton sit among the selection



And last but not least, the Friends of the Franklin Library thank their sponsors!



Enjoy!

In the News - Ranieri

Meet the Franklin Candidate: Donald Ranieri Jr., Board of Health

by Alison McCall/Daily News staff

Remember that all the information for the election Nov 8th is being collected in one place for you

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2011/08/election-2011-summary.html

LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE: OCTOBER 19, 2011 at 8:00pm at the Town Clerk’s Office, First Floor, 355 East Central Street, Municipal Building.

Absentee Ballot Information: Absentee ballots are now available in the Town Clerk’s office. A registered voter who will be unable to vote at the polls on election day due to the following reasons may vote absentee up to 12:00 noon Monday, November 7, 2011:
(1) absence from your city or town during normal polling hours; or
(2) physical disability preventing you from going to the polling place; or
(3) religious belief.

All absentee requests must be made in writing with an original signature (no faxes or e-mails are accepted). If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call Deborah L. Pellegri, Town Clerk, at 508-520-4900

Route 2 Repairs Update, Detour Map

If you were thinking of heading west to do some foliage viewing, consider the Route 2 repairs due to Tropical Storm Irene.

 

 

Sent to you by Steve Sherlock via Google Reader:

 

 

Route 2 Repairs Update, Detour Map

via Commonwealth Conversations: Transportation by Klark Jessen on 10/13/11

Repairs are moving forward along the section of Route 2 damaged significantly by Tropical Storm Irene. 

As seen at left in North Adams and below in Florida, work is well underway to repair the man-made roadway slopes, including excavation and relocation of utilities. 

MassDOT Secretary Richard A. Davey at the end of September announced that work to reconstruct the six-mile section of Route 2 linking North Adams, Florida, Savoy, and Charlemont would proceed on an expedited schedule under an accelerated bidding process.

The roadway is expected to re-open to traffic by mid-December.

MassDOT has assembled a map showing the closed portion of Route 2 that suffered significant damage due to flooding from Tropical Storm Irene and outlining the current posted detour.

Route 2 is closed from Mile Marker 21.6 in Florida to Mile Marker 27.5 in Charlemont.

MassDOT Highway Administrator Frank DePaola said that because of the combination of roadway washout and substantial damage to retaining walls and man-made slopes, MassDOT is using an innovative approach by separating the repairs into multiple jobs that can proceed simultaneously to safely reduce the work timeline.

 

 

 

 

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Open House Walnut Hill Farm Plainville MA 10/15/2011 2-4

Looking for a country afternoon around horses? This might be for you!

Walnut Hill Farm Open House

Hosted by Merrill Lynch

 

Nothing could be better than a fall Saturday afternoon in the country!  Come join us for a wonderful afternoon at Walnut Hill Farm on October 15 from 2:00 to 4:oo.

 

Kellie Monahan Head trainer and owner of Walnut Hill Farm and Bill Lippincott of Merrill Lynch will be your hosts for the afternoon.

Come see the state-of-the-art equestrian facility situated on 15 beautiful acres of grassy paddocks.  New this fall is the Derby Field.  Pony rides for the kids at 2:00, Show jumping at 3:00, tour the barns anytime and get to know some of the farms storied residents!   To keep you toasty warm enjoy a hot cup of mulled cider.

Walnut Hill farm is located at 86 Walnut Street Plainville MA.  See you rain or Shine!

 

 

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Emergency Alert System (EAS) test - Nov 9

The Franklin Police sent out an alert today:

Emergency Alert System (EAS). The nationwide test will occur on Wednesday,November 9 at 2 p.m. eastern time and may last up to three and a half minutes. The public will hear a message indicating that "This is a test."

EAS Test Press Release

Farmer's Market: noon to 6:00 PM

Franklin Farmers Market,  Friday,  12:00pm to 6:00pm

Located on the Town Common

Reminder that the Farmers' Market now accepts SNAP dollars and can double your purchasing power.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2011/07/franklin-farmers-market-doubles-food.html

Visit the Franklin Food Pantry tent at the Farmers' Market for details.

In the News - Bartlett, casino bill, national park

Meet the Franklin Candidate: Deborah Bartlett, town clerk

by Alison McCall/Daily News staff

Some object as Senate passes casino bill

by Krista Kano/Daily News correspondent

U.S. senators file bill to create National Historical Park

by GateHouse Media, Inc.