Thursday, February 23, 2012
Census Form Reminder
Important Notice to All Residents
If you have not returned your census forms to the Town Clerk’ office, please return it TODAY.
The voting lists are being set and we need to know your proper address so that you will be listed properly at the voting polls.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Deborah L. Pellegri, CMC
Town Clerk
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Wadsworth Diary - Feb 22, 1858
Very Pleasant & cool 15 above Hazy in afternoon. Cut small wood (birch) most the day. Helped on load a car. Load of shingles. Father & Sarah went after Mother Father took Mr. G Millers note for $200.
In the 1850s, on a busy working farm in the southern part of Franklin, a man named George Wadsworth started writing in a journal about everyday events. When he filled that journal, he bought another, and filled that up too. Two dozen journals, and 27 years later, he had written about almost everything that can happen in a small New England town. His words were lost to history until 1986, when town resident Gail Lembo came across some of the journals at a yard sale.
From the Franklin Historical Museum website
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/wadsworth-diaries_30.html
Winter Carnival - March 11, 2012
WHEN AND WHERE?
SUNDAY, MARCH 11, 2012
From 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
In the Franklin High Field House
$5 per Child
FREE for Adults and kids under 3yrs
For More information go to:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Winter‐Carnival‐2012/365206310162257
Winter Carnival Flyer
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Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Wadsworth Diary - Feb 21, 1858
Very Pleasant & cool 15 above All staid at home except Jos. He went to Franklin. After supper went to Uncle Richardsons to see Grandmother with Mother & Abbie. Mother staid. Went to Aunt Hannahs and got her to watch. Went with the sleigh for the first time this winter.
In the 1850s, on a busy working farm in the southern part of Franklin, a man named George Wadsworth started writing in a journal about everyday events. When he filled that journal, he bought another, and filled that up too. Two dozen journals, and 27 years later, he had written about almost everything that can happen in a small New England town. His words were lost to history until 1986, when town resident Gail Lembo came across some of the journals at a yard sale.
From the Franklin Historical Museum website
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/wadsworth-diaries_30.html
Monday, February 20, 2012
Wadsworth Diary - Feb 20, 1858
Very stormy all day, snows & blows very hard, 20 above zero in morn Father went to Woonsocket after grain & c. Jos & I masured our corn, Haid 16 ¾ bushls. Is no Lyceum tonight on acct of the storm.
In the 1850s, on a busy working farm in the southern part of Franklin, a man named George Wadsworth started writing in a journal about everyday events. When he filled that journal, he bought another, and filled that up too. Two dozen journals, and 27 years later, he had written about almost everything that can happen in a small New England town. His words were lost to history until 1986, when town resident Gail Lembo came across some of the journals at a yard sale.
From the Franklin Historical Museum website
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/wadsworth-diaries_30.html
Franklin Democratic Caucus Results
Franklin Dems Elect Delegates to 2012 Democratic Party Convention
Delegates to June Convention in Springfield will select candidates for U.S. Senate nomination
FRANKLIN -- Democrats in Franklin held a caucus to elect delegates to the Massachusetts Democratic Party's 2012 endorsing convention in Springfield this June.
The caucus, organized by the Franklin Democratic Town Committee, elected Faye Boardman, Marianne Conboy, Daniel Edgehille, James Hill, Henry WJ Maddox, Christine Manns, Jack Manns, John May , Mary O'Neill, Al Pizzi, Denise Schultz, Rob Vacca, and Maryann Ziemba to represent Democrats in Franklin at the annual convention. In addition, Representative James Vallee and FDTC Chair Jeffrey Roy will serve as ex officio delegates. Owen Acton, Gino D. Carlucci Jr., and Gregory Dellorco were elected as alternates.
"In 2012, the Massachusetts Democratic Party is focused on expanding and strengthening our grassroots infrastructure that helped us make historic gains in 2010," said Massachusetts Democratic Party Chair John Walsh. "In Franklin and across the Commonwealth, Democrats are energized and organized to beat Scott Brown and make sure President Barack Obama is elected to a second term."
"In June, these delegates will gather with Democratic leaders from across Massachusetts to endorse a candidate for US Senate and plan for a grassroots, person-to-person campaign in the fall," Walsh added.
Delegates to the 2012 Massachusetts Democratic Party endorsing convention will select candidates to compete for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate. The convention will be held on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at the Mass Mutual Center in Springfield.
"I'm honored to serve as a delegate to the 2012 Massachusetts Democratic Party Convention," said Roy. "As Democrats we plan to organize to talk to our friends and neighbors about standing up for middle-class families and pushing for a stronger and fairer economy."
In addition to delegates who are elected at caucus, those who meet the qualifications, may apply to be add-on delegates in the following categories: youth, minority, and disabled. Franklin Democrats Charles DiVittorio, Sean Donahue, Ronald Huntley Sr., Maxwell Morrongiello, and Deanna Thomas submitted add-on applications at the caucus. Additional applications are available by contacting the Democratic Party at 617-939-0800. Completed applications must be returned to the Democratic State Committee by March 30, 2012.
The Franklin Democratic Town committee normally meets on the second Monday of the month in the 3rd floor training room of the Franklin Municipal Building at 355 East Central Street in Franklin. The next meeting is Monday, March 12, 2012 at 7 p.m.
For more information on the Franklin Democratic Town Committee or any of its meetings, please contact Roy at jroy@ravechroy.com or visit our website at www.franklindemocrats.com.
"The Boys Next Door"
The Dean College Theater Department presents “The Boys Next Door!”
This comedy-drama, by Tom Griffin, tells the story of four developmentally disabled men who live together in a group home in a New England city and their “burned out” social worker, Jack. Marked by compassion and filled with humor, this play is sure to delight; however, parental guidance is suggested for young children due to language and content.
Dates:
February 28 – March 4, 2012. Performance times are February 28, 29 and March 1 at 6:30 PM; Friday, Saturday and Sunday, March 2, 3, 4 at 7:30 PM as well as a 2 PM. matinee on Saturday, March 3 and Sunday, March 4. All performances will be held in the Performing Arts Studio, located at 61 School Street in Franklin, MA on the Dean campus.
Pricing:
All performances are reserved seating and it is strongly recommended that tickets be purchased prior to the performance. General admission pricing is $15.00; Dean alumni, $10; Seniors/children 10 and under, $5.00.
For ticket and information, email boxoffice@dean.edu or call 508-541-1605
To purchase tickets, click here
Sunday, February 19, 2012
15 on 15
How cool that the 15th Annual Trivia Bee will be held on March 15th!
FEF Trivia Bee Flyer 2012
Hold the date on your calendar!
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FEF Trivia Bee Flyer 2012
Hold the date on your calendar!
Note: Email subscribers will need to click through to Franklin Matters to view the document
Wadsworth Diary - Feb 19, 1858
Very Pleasant & Cold in morn 1 below zero Hazy in afternoon, began to snow in eve. Helped Jos load a car of his oak lumber ( 2 ½ Hours) for J.M. Baker. We winnowed our corn & c. Father came home from Boston & Milton. I settled with him in eve. Abbies (?) Father paid & got hay for the Aunt Stone place $591.00
In the 1850s, on a busy working farm in the southern part of Franklin, a man named George Wadsworth started writing in a journal about everyday events. When he filled that journal, he bought another, and filled that up too. Two dozen journals, and 27 years later, he had written about almost everything that can happen in a small New England town. His words were lost to history until 1986, when town resident Gail Lembo came across some of the journals at a yard sale.
From the Franklin Historical Museum website
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/wadsworth-diaries_30.html
“There are lots of ways to help people out”
Even if people do not donate money over the phone, many told volunteers they will drop off food donations in the future. A few people last year became clients after learning about the pantry through the phone-a-thon, Roy said.
Former Town Councilor Deborah Bartlett said she volunteered last year, saw the event’s success and wanted to help again.
Donations come from people “the pantry wouldn’t reach without these phone calls,” Bartlett said.
Several volunteers said they were surprised many people didn’t know Franklin has a pantry.
“If nothing else, it increases awareness,” Franklin resident Sally McKnight said.
Read more: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x1793839092/Volunteers-find-their-calling-helping-Franklin-Food-Pantry#ixzz1mpMKmYwO
The Franklin Food Pantry website can be found here -> http://franklinfoodpantry.org/
"the convention is really half-time"
More than 4,000 Democratic delegates, from all corners of the Bay State, will converge on the Mass Mutual Center in Springfield on June 2.
And it’s their job to decide which of the three candidates looking to run as a Democrat against U.S. Sen. Scott Brown, R-Mass., will appear on the ballot for the September primary.
...
“I haven’t seen this level of excitement over caucuses and Democratic issues in a long time,” said Franklin Democratic Town Committee Chairman Jeffrey Roy.
Read more: http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x219669795/Democrats-are-ready-to-choose-delegates#ixzz1mpLOnbZw
Editorial: Standing up for the public libraries
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Benjamin Franklin would not be pleased. The esteemed Dr. Franklin created the continent's first members-only library in 1731 out of a belief that individuals and communities advanced by sharing information.
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Saturday, February 18, 2012
Reminder: Food Pantry Phonathon today
Friendly reminder that the 2nd Annual Phonathon will be conducted by the Franklin Food Pantry today, Saturday Feb 18.
Food Pantry volunteers will make phone calls during the hours between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM on both Saturdays.
Thanks to Dean College for the use of their facilities for allowing this to happen.
You can make donations on line at the Food Pantry website http://franklinfoodpantry.org/
or use the button here at Franklin Matters that will link you to the same donation process.
Wadsworth Diary - Feb 18, 1858
Hazy & cold in morn, 8 above zero, very clear but windy in afternoon & cold. Father went to Milton. Staid in Store some & in house some & c. Abby Daniels is here. Dr. Taft called here. Freight train came up first time for a long time. Left 2 cars, 1 of shingles. Abbie commenced sewing straw.
In the 1850s, on a busy working farm in the southern part of Franklin, a man named George Wadsworth started writing in a journal about everyday events. When he filled that journal, he bought another, and filled that up too. Two dozen journals, and 27 years later, he had written about almost everything that can happen in a small New England town. His words were lost to history until 1986, when town resident Gail Lembo came across some of the journals at a yard sale.
From the Franklin Historical Museum website
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/wadsworth-diaries_30.html
February Vacation Week Programs
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Family Drum-Fun-Circle
Tuesday Feb. 21st - 11 AM
Open to all ages
No registration required
Violet the Clown
Wednesday Feb. 22nd - 1 PM
Open to all ages
No registration required
Zumba Dance
Thursday Feb. 23rd - 4 PM
Ages 8-12
No registration required
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Friday, February 17, 2012
Hunger lives near you
Will you help your neighbor? Statistics show that 1 in 9 children in MA face hunger. Take these statistics from the state level down to Franklin and they show more than 3,000 residents may be struggling with food security.
The Food Pantry respects the privacy and confidentiality of those we service. We can tell you that these people are living among us. They are our neighbors. They don’t like to talk about this challenge to put food on the table but it is real.
The Food Pantry is conducting its 2nd Annual Phonathon on Saturday Feb 18 and again on Satursday, Feb 25. You can wait for us to call between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM or you can make a contribution on your own.
You can make a contribution securely online at FranklinFoodPantry.org/
or
You can write a check to mail it to the Food Pantry at
Franklin Food Pantry
P.O. Box 116
Franklin, MA 02038-0116
Note: email subscribers will need to click through to Franklin Matters to view the video. I am on the Board of Directors of the Franklin Food Pantry. This volunteer effort on my part is giving back to this community because it matters!
Wadsworth Diary - Feb 17, 1858
Very Pleasant & Cold & very windy 4 above zero Staid in store some. Jos went after a load of wood (with the horse) for Rev Thayer. I went to A.J. Newells with Marandas trunk & c. Went to J. Brockways after fathers boat in eve. Had a council at meeting house from 10 ½ till 4.
In the 1850s, on a busy working farm in the southern part of Franklin, a man named George Wadsworth started writing in a journal about everyday events. When he filled that journal, he bought another, and filled that up too. Two dozen journals, and 27 years later, he had written about almost everything that can happen in a small New England town. His words were lost to history until 1986, when town resident Gail Lembo came across some of the journals at a yard sale.
From the Franklin Historical Museum website
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/wadsworth-diaries_30.html
Franklin art group hosts watercolor demo
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The Franklin Art Association will host a watercolor painting demonstration, Wednesday, March 7, at their monthly meeting.
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