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Friday, September 12, 2014
MassPoetry: Check out our new website!
In the News: Tri-County NASA connection
For another year, a select group of Tri-County Regional Vocational High School students have been named official employees of NASA, joining other schools from across the country to design and build technology that may one day be used on the International Space Station.
NASA accepted Tri-County into the High School Students United with NASA to Create Hardware (HUNCH) program in 2011, and for the past three years, teams of science and engineering students have been developing projects to test in zero gravity.
Tri-county Regional Voc Tech
Last April, six seniors traveled to Ellington Field in Houston, Texas, to try out their mass flow meter — a device that measures the mass flow rate of a fluid as it moves through a tube — aboard a zero gravity plane.
This year, 15 seniors and 22 juniors will start new projects or continue work they started last year, such as a mixer for fresh foods that must work in zero gravity.Continue reading the article in the Milford Daily News (subscription maybe required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20140912/NEWS/140918556/1994/NEWS
Thursday, September 11, 2014
Senior Center piloting evening hours on Thursday
The Senior Center is announcing a pilot program for this month. The center will be open on Thursday Sept. 11 and Sept 25 until 7:30 pm.
Two new programs are being offered. Mat Yoga and Open Art Studio along with access to the Pool Table, Library, Computer Lab, and Craft and Game rooms. If this proves popular, we will continue to offer these evening hours and expand them accordingly.
Please call the center for more information 508-520-4945.
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| Senior Center - WMRC Expo Friday, Sep 26 |
If you missed the monthly newsletter for September you can find it here
September is "National Preparedness Month"
Power outages, hurricanes, floods, or snow storms – it’s important to plan ahead for emergencies. And because the Commonwealth designates September “National Preparedness Month,” there’s no better time to start than now.
The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and the Department of Public Health (DPH) have partnered together to launch two public information programs to help residents be ready for emergencies and disasters.
Continue to read the full article on the MA.Gov blog here
http://blog.mass.gov/blog/safety/september-is-national-preparedness-month
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| September is "National Preparedness Month" |
FPAC Gala Highlights Grand Opening Events At THE BLACK BOX
Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) debuts a transformative new performance and event venue, raising the curtain on THE BLACK BOX in downtown Franklin. FPAC kicks off the company’s premiere season in its new home with a grand-opening weekend September 20-22 to introduce the theater and event space to the community. Anchoring a series of signature events, FPAC’s annual Gala will be held on Saturday, September 20 at 6 p.m. featuring silent and live auctions, inspired cuisine by Artistry Catering and Events, and dancing until midnight.
The evening’s entertainment presents a special, one-night-only performance by guest artists Beth Leavel, renowned Broadway veteran and Tony® Award winner for The Drowsy Chaperone, and Alexander Gemignani, Broadway’s acclaimed Jean Valjean (Les Misérables) and Billy Flynn (Chicago).
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| Beth Leavel |
Beth Leavel’s extensive Broadway credits include 42nd Street, Crazy for You, Show Boat, The Civil War, Young Frankenstein, Mama Mia!, Elf the Musical, and Baby It’s You! (Tony® Award nominee). Her Tony Award-winning performance in the title role of The Drowsy Chaperone also earned Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards as well. Leavel previously headlined FPAC’s 2012 Gala at Gillette Stadium.
Alexander Gemignani was most recently featured in the Tony® nominated Broadway revival of Violet, with Sutton Foster. Previous Broadway credits include Assassins, Sweeney Todd (Drama Desk Award nomination), Sunday in the Park with George, and The People in the Picture. Gemignani has appeared Off-Broadway in Avenue Q and Sondheim’s Road Show, as well as in a staged concert production of South Pacific with Reba McEntire and Brian Stikes Mitchell at Carnegie Hall and in Passions with Patti Lupone and Audra McDonald.
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| Alexander Gemignani |
The weekend’s Grand Opening events at THE BLACK BOX continue on Sunday, September 21 with an Open House from 1-4 p.m. FPAC invites the community to come celebrate, tour the facility, and learn about upcoming programming. Stop by the venue, located at 15 West Central Street, to see the new space and hear more about FPAC’s 2014-15 presenting schedule.
FPAC’s season kick-off concludes with the annual FPAC Golf Tournament, with proceeds benefiting THE BLACK BOX, on Monday, September 22, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Franklin Country Club, 672 East Central Street. Enjoy a day on the links, dinner, raffle and entertainment. Featuring a beautifully conditioned and challenging Championship golf course and renovated, state-of-the-art Clubhouse, the Franklin Country Club provides the perfect setting for an exciting day of fun for the whole family.
The entry fee is $175 per golfer or $650 per foursome and includes greens fees, cart, golf shirt, buffet dinner and entertainment. Those not interested in golf are encouraged to attend the event after-party, beginning at 3:30 p.m. and featuring a cocktail hour, dinner and entertainment. The cost to participate in this portion of the event is $30 per person. Golfers and guests are encouraged to register at www.fpaconline.com by September 13. For tickets or information about sponsorship opportunities, including $100 hole sponsorships, contact Alan Mercer at (508) 528-8668.
Founded in 1991, the nonprofit, community-based FPAC brings together professional artists, amateur performers and students of the arts in a collaborative and creative environment, with a special focus on youth development and a commitment to live music. As company performers and alumni make their mark in top college and conservatory programs, national Broadway tours, cruise line casts, film, television and regional theater, their successes demonstrate the quality of preparation and level of entertainment value found in FPAC productions.
For more information about FPAC, THE BLACK BOX and grand-opening events, call (508) 528-8668 or visit www.fpaconline.com.
Blackstone River Theatre - Opens 15th season Sunday with Cape Breton music!!
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Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Franklin Solar Challenge - Next Step Energy - vendor for energy audits
Next Step Living can be found on the web at nextstepliving.com
An energy assessment at no-cost. A 2-3 hour visit to assess the efficiency of the home.
You can call 866-867-8729 to set up an appointment.
An energy assessment at no-cost. A 2-3 hour visit to assess the efficiency of the home.
You can call 866-867-8729 to set up an appointment.
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| Next Step Living website |
Franklin Solar Challenge - SolarFlair chosen as installation vendor
SolarFlair, a MA company currently located in Ashland, MA.
http://solarflair.com/
Founded in 2007, moved to Framingham in 2010 and then to Ashland earlier this year.
(Copy of the presentation being shown should be available later for sharing here)
several slides from the presentation are the same ones as shown in the information session Aug 20, 2014. http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/08/solar-challenge-presentation-copies.html
pictures of installations done around the state, Holden, Charlton, Sherborn, Framingham, etc.
warranty for 25 years on the panel
SREC = solar renewable energy certificates
The wikipedia entry for SREC is http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solar_Renewable_Energy_Certificate
http://solarflair.com/
Founded in 2007, moved to Framingham in 2010 and then to Ashland earlier this year.
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| SolarFlair |
several slides from the presentation are the same ones as shown in the information session Aug 20, 2014. http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/08/solar-challenge-presentation-copies.html
pictures of installations done around the state, Holden, Charlton, Sherborn, Framingham, etc.
warranty for 25 years on the panel
SREC = solar renewable energy certificates
The wikipedia entry for SREC is http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solar_Renewable_Energy_Certificate
Fire Alarm - Horace Mann, Oak St, ECDC schools
A message from OAK STREET ELEMENTARYGood afternoon Oak St, ECDC, and Horace Mann families,
As you may know, a malfunction in one of our smoke detectors triggered an emergency evacuation. Even though this was not technically a drill, our students and faculty were not in any real danger at any time. The evacuation went smoothly and the fire and police departments responded quickly and efficiently.
Unfortunately, the same malfunction that triggered the alarm prevented us from immediately resetting the system. As a result, the alarm persisted for more than three hours.
After waiting outside for thirty minutes, we were cleared by the fire, police, and facilities departments to reenter the building despite not being able to reset the alarm. The flashing lights associated with the fire alarm continued through most of the afternoon. Accommodations were made for individual students as needed.
Best regards,
Corine Minkle, Kelty Kelly, Shawn Fortin
Oak St, ECDC, Horace Mann
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| Horace Mann - Oak St (ECDC is located behind this building) |
Reminder: Franklin Solar Challenge update - Sep 10 - vendor to be announced
Friendly reminder:
All: The Town has received proposals from six Solar Panel Installation Companies for the Franklin Solar Challenge project. I am working with a Proposal Review Committee made up of four Town residents who volunteered to review the proposals and interview the solar installation companies. Interviews took place today (September 3rd) and the Proposal Review Committee has identified two finalist. The Committee will conduct further review of the two finalists to assure the Town chooses the solar installation company that is right for the Franklin Solar Challenge project. Both companies are well qualified and have implemented similar projects in other Massachusetts communities.
Which ever solar installation company is chosen for the Franklin Solar Challenge they will be in attendance at a meeting on September 10th at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 355 East Central Street. The company will provide specifics about their company and general information on solar panel installation costs and the different options available.
I hope all interested residents and small businesses are able to attend next week's meeting. If not able to attend next week there will be many other opportunities in the near future to obtain the same information, including at the Harvest Festival on October 5th. Either way, the solar installation company chosen by the Town will begin contacting all individuals that previously provided the Town with contact information.
In addition to the solar installation company chosen for the Franklin Solar Challenge, a partnering energy audit company will be in attendance at next week's meeting. It is not required, but strongly recommended that all property owners considering solar panels first have a free energy audit performed. Additional information will be provided at next week's meeting.
I look forward to working with the Town's residents and small businesses on the Franklin Solar Challenge project.
Bryan W. Taberner, AICP
Director of Planning and Community Development
355 East Central Street
Franklin, MA 02038-1352
Phone: 508-520-4907
Fax: 508-520-4906
Email: btaberner@franklin.ma.us
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| Mt St Mary's solar farm when it was under construction during Aug 2013 |
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He went for the money, stayed for the cause
Fun fact:
Tuesday, we hit 1837 'fans' of this Facebook page. Thank you all for coming to visit, read, and share.
1837 was also the year that Horace Mann began his work in education.
According to wikipedia:
"It was not until he was appointed secretary in 1837 of the newly created board of education of Massachusetts (the first such position in the United States) that he began the work which was to place him in the foremost rank of American educationists. Previously, he had not shown any special interest in education. He was encouraged to take the job only because it was a paid office position established by the legislature. He began as secretary of the board. On entering on his duties, he withdrew from all other professional or business engagements and from politics."
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| Horace Mann page on wikipedia |
No homework?
Another sign with interesting wording can be found at the corner of King and Union Sts.
You can find out more about the Franklin Boston Sports Club by visiting their webpage
http://www.mysportsclubs.com/clubsched/_clubdetail.htm?rg=BSC&a=Greater%20Boston&c=215
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| Boston Sports Club Franklin sign |
You can find out more about the Franklin Boston Sports Club by visiting their webpage
http://www.mysportsclubs.com/clubsched/_clubdetail.htm?rg=BSC&a=Greater%20Boston&c=215
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