Franklin Matters

Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Horace Mann/Oak St: Response Plan

A message from OAK STREET ELEMENTARYDear Parents/Guardians:

Both the schools and the police have received several parent phone calls in response to the Blackboard Connect message sent to parents of Horace Mann Students yesterday afternoon regarding rumors of alleged threats to the school.

We want to reassure you that we have thoroughly investigated this matter and have found no evidence of any credible threat to the school or its students. Consistent with the District's Crisis Response Plan, the school has consulted with the Franklin Police Department to ensure that every measure is taken to maintain a safe school environment for your children.

HMMS School administration and faculty had discussions with students today about the impact of spreading rumors on individual students and the school community.

Both the administrators and counseling staff continue to be available to address any additional concerns you or your child may have regarding this matter.

Sincerely,

Shawn Fortin HMMS Principal Katelyn Demers
HMMS Assistant Principal

Corine Minkle
Oak Street Principal
Kathleen Gerber
Oak Street Assistant Principal

This e-mail has been sent to you by OAK STREET ELEMENTARY. To maximize their communication with you, you may be receiving this e-mail in addition to a phone call with the same message. If you wish to discontinue this service, please inform OAK STREET ELEMENTARY either IN PERSON, by US MAIL, or by TELEPHONE at 508-541-7890.

DelCarte Open Space (photo essay)

On my ride around Franklin on Saturday, I stopped by DelCarte to see the new foundation poured for the playground.

one view of the foundation

with back to Pleasant St, another view

From March, the display and information on the proposal for the playground.

playground model as displayed in March 2013

You can view additional info from the posting in March here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/03/delcarte-recreation-proposal.html

at the end of the dam

wonderful autumn color!

one swan a swimming

two swans a swimming

hmm, ok - wishing I had my telephoto lens

reflection #1

reflection #2

preening and eating

Thank you: Your Vote made the difference

On behalf of everyone here at HMEA – Thank you so very much if you were able to vote for us to win the brand new Toyota Sienna Mobility this past Saturday for our Meals on Wheels programs. This was part of Toyota's 100 Cars for Good nationwide program/contest and we won!!!

I know so many of you voted and then shared with friends and families and that made the difference!!

We should get delivery in 90 – 120 days from now so stay tuned we will share pix and details as the day arrives

Thanks again and stay in touch at www.hmea.org and on our facebook page at www.facebook.com/hmeainc If you'd like you may still continue to vote for other very worthwhile charities at www.100carsforgood.com up until November 19^th

Take care,Doug MacPherson

Vice President, Development and Public Relations
HMEA, 8 Forge Park East
Franklin, MA 02038
(508) 298-1105
Thanks for your vote to Win the Toyota Sienna Mobility!!

Taste of the Region Oct. 29

Make Plans to Attend the Tastiest Event of the Year!

Taste of the Region will be held Tuesday, Oct. 29 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School, 147 Pond St., Franklin. This fun-filled food festival features an eclectic mix of restaurants serving a variety of dishes and an exciting silent auction.

Tickets cost $10 in advance or $15 at the door. Call 508-222-0801 for your tickets today! If you'd like to highlight your business at this very popular event, consider donating a silent auction item! Call the Chamber to tell us what you'd like to donate!

The United Regional Chamber of Commerce | 42 Union Street | Attleboro | MA | 02703

Monday, October 21, 2013

DelCarte Property (video)

On my ride around Franklin this past weekend, I stopped by the DelCarte Property to view the construction progress on the playground and to take this brief video of the area. It was too good not to try and capture the autumn colors to share with you.

I hope you got out and about this weekend.

Enjoy!

Ladybug 5K - Fun in the Sun Saturday (photo essay)

The Annual Ladybug 5K fund raising fun runs and 5K road race took place on Saturday, Oct 19th. Just over 100 runners participated in the 5K. Dozens of kids ran in each of the age group fun runs.

registration line

The 5K course map

music performed by Tyler Zajac

trophy table

the 5 and under race

medals at the finish

the 7 and under race

running around the loop

the 5K starts

5K runners getting into their pace

Full results of the 5K race can be found here: http://racewire.com/live_results.php?id=3181

Additional information on the Ladybug 5K can be found on their webpage http://www.ladybug5k.com/

Everyone can use a Good Laugh and some Inspiration!

Caring for our Community

with a Night of Comedy!

Saturday, November 2nd

3 Restaurant

Franklin, MA

7-11 pm

$35

Dear steve,

Our purpose is to support the Ellie Fund, a wonderful organization that serves breast cancer patients & their families locally within MA. Please join us to enjoy

~ Comedy by the hilarious Harrison Stebbins ~

~ Music by the Jennifer Tefft Band ~

~ 50/50 Raffle ~ Light Snacks ~ Cash Bar ~

~ Silent Auction ~

Harrison Stebbins

With a sarcastic wit and an improvisational style, Harrison Stebbins has quickly become one of the most popular comedy acts in the Northeast. His unique blend of high-energy physical comedy and clever insight keeps audiences laughing long after he has left the stage. The current champion of the Sam Adam's Best of Boston comedy competition, he has performed on the Comedy Central Live Tour, Dave Attel's Insomniac Tour featured on Comedy Central, and many more. His razor sharp wit and animated persona have made him one of stand-up comedy's fastest rising stars and an act you don't want to miss!

The Jennifer Tefft Band

After getting her start playing for change in the subway tunnels and streets of Cambridge, MA, Tefft has gone on to release 4 CDs which have received critical acclaim, including a nomination for Best Female Vocalist by the Boston Music Awards. Songs from all 4 of her releases have been, and are still being used on national television shows such as CSI, MTV, One Life To Live, and The Young & The Restless, among others.

Jennifer and her band have toured extensively, sharing the stage with bands like Aerosmith, Quiet Riot, Warrant, Missing Persons, and more.

Jennifer is a breast cancer Survivor!