Things to do in June - CORRECTION

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June: Things to do in the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor - CORRECTION The event description for the 4th Annual Blackstone River Theatre Summer Solstice Festival was incorrect in the events newsletter we sent out last week. Please see below for updated event information. 4th Annual Blackstone River Theatre Summer Solstice Festival Saturday, June 21 Diamond Hill State Park, Rte 114 (directions) Cumberland, RI 11:00 am - 7:00 pm (Rain date: June 22nd)   Burning Bridget Cleary * Cantrip * Aoife Clancy * Eastern Medicine Singers * The Gnomes * Matt & Shannon Heaton * Laurel Martin, Mark Roberts and Kieran Jordan * Robbie O'Connell * Panache Quartet * Pendragon * Harvey Reid and Joyce Andersen * Torrin Ryan and Mark Oien * Tir Na Nog Irish Dance  Read more Event Calendar Check out the event calendar for a more complete, detailed listing of Blackstone Corridor Events: Event Calendar  We are glad to include Corridor-related news and events, both on our web site calendar and in our monthly newsletter, Corridor Currents. Send us your stuff! About The Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Congress established the National Heritage Corridor in 1986 to restore and preserve the nationally significant heritage of the Blackstone River Valley, where the industrialization of America began. It has become a successful program of partnerships between federal, state and local government agencies, as well as nongovernment organizations, pooling their resources and pursuing a common agenda of preservation and revitalization.  Ongoing Blackstone Corridor programs and projects include historic preservation, river cleanup, land conservation and stewardship, visitor centers, ranger walks, programs with schools, recreational programs and events, support for arts and cultural events, training for partners and volunteers and assistance to towns trying to preserve their heritage while also improving the local and regional economy. Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor One Depot Square Woonsocket, Rhode Island 02895 Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor 401-762-0250

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Save the Date - 2nd Annual Pam's Run on October 18, 2014

Pam's Run is dedicated to the memory and legacy of Pam Manikas Washek, founder of Neighbor Brigade, and a tireless champion for families in crisis. Pam's Run will raise funds to keep her dream going and growing—so that no family needs to face crisis alone. Details 5K Run/Walk or 10K Run Cash Awards Kids' Activities Food, Music and Fun for All All proceeds go to Neighbor Brigade We are actively seeking sponsors, in-kind donors and volunteers for race day. Learn more at pamsrun.com. Register at pamsrun.com Please join us—October 18 www.pamsrun.com | info@pamsrun.com

Franklin has an active chapter in the Neighbor Brigade.
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/11/neighbor-brigade-help-is-next-door.html

Let's share the cake

When a local business grows and succeeds, it is worth recognizing! Congratulations, Roger!

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JUNE, 2014 Happy Birthday Again Believe it or not I am entering my 8th year in business this June.Without a doubt it has been waaaay better than any of my wildest dreams of what my company would look like 8 years ago. Since many of you have followed, supported and shared my victories all along I'd like to list some of the highlights that helped me get where I am today (and hopefully will get me at least another eight great years!) June 2006 - Shades In Place was born as a part-time installation service provider for blinds and shades. My goal was to make $300 a week, however I ended up making over three times that. 2007 -  Traveled all over the country attending classes and certification programs in the industry such as the CHF Academy, Hunter Douglas Professional Installer and Norman Shutter Installation. My company's website also went live www.shadesinplace.com - even though I was NOT sure why I needed a website at the time. 2008 - Developed contracts with several retailers for my installation services. We were serving about 30 stores between Massachusetts and Rhode Island. I hired my first employee to help with the work load and it was also the year I started my monthly newsletter. 2009 - With a bad economy and lots of vacant buildings I was able to negotiate a great deal and moved to a commercial space hence The Shades IN Place Studio. 2010 -  With 4 employees, 2 vans and an average of 50 jobs a week. I was averaging 18 working hours a day. That year I was invited to write about installation techniques for the WCN Magazine. 2011 - I had an 'A-ha' moment and decided I wanted to promote quality over quantity in my business. My focus changed and my service contracts reduced dramatically. We became a reliable turnkey solution in the window treatment business for proud homeowners, interior designers and builders in the Boston area. It was also the year we became Shades In Place Inc and started receiving online reviews. 2012 - I returned to working solo. My clients loved this because they trust my attention to detail and appreciate how I take care of them and their properties. 2013 - I started receiving national recognition and was persuaded to write for a second trade magazine. In addition, I was  invited to join a winning team as an instructor certifying other professionals in the window coverings business. I also renovated my studio including hundreds of working samples. The studio is now open Tue. and Thu. 11-5 and Sat. 11-3. 2014 - Revamped my website and added a new (mobile) format for my monthly newsletter.  I am also working with some the coolest people in the country with amazing life stories and looking forward to another great year. Thanks so much for helping me get here. If you wish to share a moment, give me your feedback about the site or the new newsletter format or simply say Happy Anniversary just call 508-520-6700 or email me at roger@shadesinplace.com Cheers!! Get In Touch Roger Magalhaes reviews  email me Shades IN Place Inc. 76 Grove Street Franklin MA 02038 508-520-6700 office 508-904-2108 mobile Download Brochure www.ShadesInPlace.com Showroom Hours   Tue. & Thu. 11-5  Sat. 11-3 From the Techie Desk There is no substitute for a true custom drapery rod. However there are times where off the shelf rods will do the job. I install the brand Restoration Hardware on a regular basis and like the quality provided. Check it out their online catalog I must say that I am NOT affiliated with them and take no responsibility for your purchases.  However I can install them for you if desired. Happy shopping!  $avings More affordable than ever before, automated shades are here to stay. Add the convenience of operating them from your smart phone and now YOU are in charge, NOT the sun! Watch this video Rebates from $50 to $100 per unit on selected brands Ask for details Offer ends September 14, 2014 Hunter Douglas Designer Roller Shade Copyright © 2014. All Rights Reserved.

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Easy Walks in Franklin - Dacey Fields

We are fortunate to be able to share a few excerpts from "Easy Walks in Massachusetts: Bellingham, Blackstone, Franklin, Hopedale, Medway, Milford, Millis, Uxbridge, Wrentham, and Woonsocket, RI" recently published byMarjorie Turner Hollman. This is the second in the series.

trail at Dacey Field

Notable: Brook with board walks; 18-hole disc golf course. Circular trail.

Trail Map: Not available presently.

GPS Coordinates: 42°7'12.81"N, 71°23'56.89"W

Directions: At Franklin’s town common, Main St. is to the right of St. Mary’s Church. Take Main Street away from the downtown .2 mile, bear right at the little red schoolhouse to stay on Lincoln St. for about 2 miles, go past elementary and middle school on left, and Dacey Athletic Fields are on the next left, .5 mile past school complex. Trailhead is just to the left of the fenced-in dog park area. Look for sign for Dacey Disc Golf Course.

Cost: None.

Bathrooms: Port-a-Potties at field near parking lot.

Best time to visit: Accessible year round.

Trail conditions: Narrow boardwalks, wide, unimproved trails, roots and rocks in trail, relatively flat.

Distance: A network of trails makes distance variable. Less than a mile.

The woodland trails behind the sports fields have been developed as a “disc golf course.” (little plastic discs tossed at targets). This network of trails now has arrows indicating where the “golf course” trail goes, but the trail is still essentially a large loop that crosses a small stream several times as it flows through the area. A series of boardwalks enable walkers to get through muddy areas of the trail. 

A dog park has recently been added to the Dacey Athletic Fields complex. Dogs are permitted at the dog park and on leashes on the trails. No dogs on athletic fields. 

The Recreation Department has posted multiple warnings on its website against sledding at the Dacey field complex. Insect repellent is advisable in warmer weather.

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Relay for Life - Jun 13-14 at Tri-County

The Relay for Life is happening this Friday and Saturday at the Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical School. The opening ceremony is scheduled for 6:00 PM on Friday with the closing at 10:00 AM on Saturday.

The complete schedule can be found here
http://relay.acsevents.org/site/TR/RelayForLife/RFLCY14NE?pg=informational&fr_id=59244&type=fr_informational&sid=128433

Relay for Life 2013

Democratic Candidates for Governor Tackle Issues during Suffolk University-Boston Herald Debate

With the dedicated override question set to appear on the Franklin ballot this November, what else will be? It is a state election so the major positions are up for vote including the Governor. On the Democratic side, there are five candidates from which the Democratic convention will choose one.

Suffolk Univ - Office of Public Affairs

Democratic Candidates for Governor Tackle Housing, Casinos, Patronage and More

during Suffolk University-Boston Herald Debate

BOSTON—Building affordable housing on public land, funding programs with savings realized by instituting single-payer health care, potential repercussions of a casino referendum, and hiring only the most qualified candidates for state jobs were among the ideas bandied about as the five Democratic candidates for Massachusetts governor debated at Suffolk University's downtown television studio. The debate, sponsored with the Boston Herald, featured questions from students, the public and moderators Rachelle Cohen, editor of the Boston Herald Editorial Page, and Suffolk University Vice President of Government Relations and Community Affairs John Nucci. Video of the conversation will be available online. Referring to the Probation Department patronage case now being tried in federal court, Steve Grossman said that, as Massachusetts Treasurer, he revamped hiring standards and has a track record proving that "every person we hire in the Treasurer's Offices … will be the best person for that job." As governor, he would maintain those practices, he said. 

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MA Democratic gubernatorial candidates Don Berwick, Martha Coakley, Steve Grossman, Juliette Kayyem, and Joe Avellone pose for a "selfie" following a televised debate at Suffolk University Tuesday, June 10 hosted by the university and the Boston Herald.

Donald Berwick, former chief of the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, returned repeatedly to the idea that single-payer health care could return funding to programs that have been cut over the years due to the escalating cost of ensuring state employees.
 "Health care has got to become more affordable," he said as he responded to Suffolk student Joseph Presti's question about how the candidates would make repayment of student loans more affordable. Chided by Cohen, who suggested he was changing the subject, Berwick said: "Where does the funding come from for a 59 percent increase in health care costs?" and noted that areas from parks and recreation to education feel the pinch, and "that's why health care is pertinent." In discussing a citizen initiative to repeal the casino law, Attorney General Martha Coakley said the referendum question is illegal and that "if repeal passes, the taxpayers could be forced to repay." Yet she also said that she "would not have gone to this for revenue." "We have a law; we should let it play out," said businessman and physician Joe Avellone, "What I don't like is referendum government," he said, drawing a comparison to California, where, since Proposition 13 dramatically cut property-tax rates in 1978, voters have overturned laws, recalled a governor and made their own rules.

Berwick said that he is unequivocally opposed to casinos, arguing that they will result in a mental health burden, lost jobs, and cannibalization of the state lottery.
 In response to student Taylor Cole's question about how the candidates would make "safe and affordable housing available to college students," Grossman propose seeking developers to build mid-priced housing on the "vast amounts of public land" owned by the state, the MBTA and other public entities. In exchange for rock-bottom leases, the developers would pledge to reduce rents, Grossman also called on colleges and universities to provide more campus housing for students. Juliette Kayyem, former assistant secretary for intergovernmental affairs at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, focused on technology as an answer to a variety of challenges in Massachusetts, arguing that it could be used to prevent fraud in public programs and even to keep children safe.

In a discussion of the Department of Children and Families, Kayyem said that "the caseworker goes to the door and does not have the information that's out there." Her solution would be to provide a tablet that DCF employees could use to review reports from schools or police and the case file.

-----Suffolk University, located in historic downtown Boston, with an international campus in Madrid, is a student-centered institution distinguished by excellence in education and scholarship. Suffolk University offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in more than 90 areas of study. Its mission is to empower graduates to be successful locally, regionally and globally.