Franklin Library: "Levers and Pulleys and Gears ... Oh My"

The Franklin Public Library is holding a new series of sessions for students in the 1st through 4th grades. "Levers and Pulleys and Gears ... Oh My!"

Franklin Public Library "Levers and Pulleys and Gears ... Oh My!"

Registration for this is required, and you can do so at this link:

http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=npijo9cab&oeidk=a07e8t1wuv2e8042346

FSPA to Present the Hit Family Musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat!

FSPA Presents  Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat! Lyrics by Tim Rice Book by Andrew Lloyd Webber Two Shows !    Saturday February 8th at 2 PM and 7:30 PM New England Chapel, 40 Kenwood Circle, Franklin, Massachusetts 02038 FSPA proudly presents an all-student production of the hit family musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on Saturday, February 8 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the New England Chapel, 40 Kenwood Circle, in Franklin!  Based on the biblical Joseph story, the lively Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice musical follows the trials and triumphs of Jacob's favorite son in a high-energy, high-adventure retelling of epic proportions! The musical is entirely sung-through and boasts catchy songs of many musical styles, from country western and calypso to pop, disco and rock 'n roll. The enduringly popular Joseph is a colorful and uplifting show for audiences of all ages. Tickets Adults $22 ♦ Students and Seniors $20     Click here to buy tickets to Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat  or call (508) 528-8668

Franklin Performing Arts Company uses Vendini for ticketing, marketing, and box office management.

Franklin Performing Arts Company - PO Box 16, Franklin, MA, 02038, (508) 528-8668
Vendini, Inc. - 660 Market Street, San Francisco, CA, 94104, 1 (800) 901-7173

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In the News: medical marijuana, Franklin actress

Milford site approved for medical marijuana dispensary

Milford made the cut for one of the first licensed medical marijuana dispensaries in the state on Friday, but five applicants from Framingham, one from Shrewsbury and a pair from Franklin came up stone cold. 

The state Department of Public Health, through the Massachusetts Medical Use of Marijuana Program, on Friday granted 20 provisional licenses to non-profit companies chosen during a competitive selection process that began last summer. They were chosen from a pool of 100 applicants

Franklin actress returns to local stage in 'Fox on the Fairway'

When the Walpole Footlighters open the comedy, "Fox on the Fairway", on Feb. 7, Franklin's Anne-Marie Weaver will be returning to their stage after a 12-ear hiatus. 

The comedy is by the master of farce, Ken Ludwig, author of "Moon Over Buffalo" and "Lend Me a Tenor." This laugh-filled romp will run weekends until Feb. 23 at The Footlighters Playhouse on 2 Scout Rd., East Walpole.

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 1/31/14 - THU 2/6/14

1/31 FRI   9:30am-7pm   Learning Express Franklin - donating 10% of sales to Munroe Fund.
1/31 FRI   6:30pm-8:30pm   Art Night Uncorked @ Franklin Art Center.

2/1 SAT   8am-11am   Girls Softball/Boys Baseball Walk-In Registrations. Elks Lodge, Franklin.
2/1 SAT   9am-5pm   New England Bonsai Gardens Re-Opening. Bellingham, MA.
2/1 SAT   1:30pm-2:30pm   Coffee (or tea) & Craft for Adults @ Franklin Public Library. Create a   Valentine's Day wreath. 

2/2 SUN   1pm   FPAC Concert Series: Ben Rudnick & Friends. FREE admission. 38 Main St., Franklin.

2/4 TUE   1:30pm   Conversations About Dementia. Call to sign up: 508-520-4945. Franklin Senior Center.
2/4 TUE   7pm   Finance Committee Mtg., Franklin Municipal Building, Council Chambers.

2/5 WED   7pm   Town Council Mtg., Franklin Municipal Building, Council Chambers.

2/6 THU   6:30pm   Report Card Info Session for Parmenter & Jefferson Schools. Parmenter School Library.

For more details click HERE and select the event of interest.

If you know of an event or have a suggestions for the calendar, please email Renata at Renata@BetterLivingRE.com.

Franklin Schools: early dismissal Friday

From the sign at the Parmenter School

Parmenter sign

Representative Roy Announces February Office Hours

Boston, MA -- State Representative Jeffrey Roy (D-Franklin) announced today that constituent office hours will be held in Franklin for the Month of February on the following day: 

Franklin – Thursday, February 27th, 5:00-6:00 PM,

Franklin Municipal Building, Room 106 - 355 East Central Street Franklin, MA 

Christopher Yancich, his legislative aide, will be accompanying him. 

Representative Roy stated that all office hours are open to any residents of Franklin and Medway who may have questions or concerns that they wish to bring to his attention. Walk-ins are welcome; no appointment necessary. He looks forward to hearing from you. 

He also invites all constituents to call him at his State House office at (617) 722-2400, stop by Room 134 in the State House, or email him at Jeffrey.Roy@MAhouse.gov.

In the News: medical marijuana, Tri-County robots

Medical marijuana license hopefuls will hear today

Rina Cametti will be biting her nails today as she waits to learn if her new company will be one of the winners out of 180 other competitors vying for one of the state's new medical marijuana distribution licenses. 

"I'm anxious to see the final decision," said Cametti, who started Baystate Medical Enterprises in Franklin to take advantage of the new law allowing limited distribution of medical pot. "I'm trying to be positive, but there are a lot of great applicants."

Franklin: Tri-County robotics team wins grant

The robotics team at Tri-County Vocational Technical High School has received a needed injection of funds to help propel its work on a robot designed to throw and catch a ball. 

TE Connectivity, a Norwood manufacturer, has awarded Tri-County's team, founded in 2009, $13,750 through a corporate grant program. The company's manager of manufacturing, Bob Vozella, of Franklin, is a Tri-County graduate.