Blackstone Valley: More Events for April!

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News and Happenings  in the Blackstone River Valley  National Heritage Corridor For a complete, detailed listing of events, see the event calendar.  Coffee with Charlene - This Tuesday! Tuesday, April 21, 2015 Join Executive Director  Charlene Perkins Cutler  for her monthly coffee hour. 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. This month's topic:   Location:   Blackstone Heritage Corridor One Depot Square Woonsocket, RI 02895 For more information, click here      GO! for a walk...GO! for a hike...GO! for a paddle, or pedal, or tour! What is it? An exciting new fall activity for the 25 towns of the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor during the entire month of September, 2015.  Blackstone Heritage Corridor will coordinate and promote a program of free, guided experiences and other events to highlight the wonderful resources in our valley!    Read more here (pdf) Complete and submit your GO! ideas here (WORD document)  Volunteers on the Go!   Now that Spring has finally arrived, it is time to welcome back our amazing volunteers, and invite new volunteers to experience the unique opportunities that the Blackstone Heritage Corridor's Volunteers In Parks program has to offer! We are gearing up a fun and rewarding season.  Some examples of how people are already getting involved in 2015 include: * Signing up to assist with a    activity *  Helping the Paddle Club *  Joining the Blackstone River Bikeway     Patrol  * Spending a few hours at a community        clean-up Ready to get involved?  Contact Acting Volunteer Coordinator Suzanne Buchanan! Save the Dates! We are looking ahead to some great activities and opportunities.  Mark your calendars, and look for more information in upcoming newsletters. May 2            (Saturday) -   Bike and Blues the Blackstone                                                   Click here for more information May 15             (Friday)   -  Deadline for proposals                                                          Click here for more information           May 19            (Tuesday) - Coffee with Charlene                                                          Stay tuned for more information,                                                          including the topic of discussion!  May 21        (Thursday)  - Mark your calendars for Ranger Walks                                              on Thursday evenings.  They begin on                                              Thursday, May 21, as Al Klyberg leads a                                             discussion on the RI Civilian Conservation                                             Corps.  Stay tuned for more information and                                              a complete schedule of 2015 Ranger Walks. Partner Events in April The Blackstone Heritage Corridor, Inc. enjoys the partnership of numerous organizations all working to protect, support and enhance our communities and region.  In the following section, we list just a sampling of their activities and events taking place during the coming month. April 17 - Twin River Casino Event Center                  The Beach Boys You can capsulize most pop music acts by reciting how many hits they've had and how many millions of albums they've sold.  But these conventional measurements fall short when you're assessing the impact of The Beach Boys.   For more information, visit the web page: http://www.twinriver.com/entertainment/ April 18 - Hearthside House                  Downton Abbey - style Dinner Party Hearthside will host a Downton Abbey Dinner Party and you're invited to this elegant event that is inspired by the TV series.  Both the setting and the meal will be opulent, certainly meeting the standards of the Crawleys to enjoy on this side of the pond. Reservations for the Downton Dinner Party may be made by calling Hearthside at 401-726-0597. Seating is limited.    April 18 - Bay State Trail Riders Association and                  Mass. Dept. of Conservation & Recreation                 Trail Work Day                  Douglas State Forest                                                                                                                                   Bay State Trail Riders Association and the MA Department of Conservation & Recreation will be partnering up to start improvements to part of Ridge Trail. Work will consist of cutting and brushing back. Each person's work that day will go towards the match of a grant BSTRA received. Please wear appropriate clothing for working in the woods, including sturdy shoes and wear gloves. Check-in is 8:30 a.m., trail work begins at 9:00 a.m and continues until 1:00 p.m. Lunch will be served upon completion. Location: Wallis Street Trailhead parking lot.  Closest house number to parking lot is 124 Wallis Street, Douglas, MA For more information, please contact Becky at bstra@charter.net. April 18  - Wintertime Farmers Market  Visit Hope Artiste Village every Saturday from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. through May 9 for local products. Don't forget to bring your recycling, and drop off your clean egg cartons for farmers to reuse. Location:  Hope Artiste Village, 1005 Main Street., Pawtucket, RI For more information, visit the web page: http://www.farmfresh.org/food/farmersmarkets_details.php?market=29&utm_source=Experience+Pawtucket%3A+Happenings+1-29-15&utm_campaign=Happenings1-29-15&utm_medium=email April 18  -  Blackstone River Theatre                   The Mairtin O'Connor Trio The Máirtín O'Connor band has been steadily evolving into a cohesive musical entity. Individually recognized figureheads of the tradition, they have built solid reputations as master musicians with astounding skill, diversity and virtuosity. Together they produce a vibrant and musically charged experience that redefines one's concept of brilliance, verging on perfection. Location:  Blackstone River Theatre, 549 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI For more information, visit the web page: http://riverfolk.org/schedule.html April 18 - Blackstone River Watershed Council/Friends of the Blackstone                       (BRWC/FOB)                 Earth Day for the BRWC/FOB General clean-up along the Blackstone River Bikeway and the nearby riverbanks. This will also be the first stage of this year's knotweed control effort at Sycamore Landing.  Clean-up begins at 9 a.m. and continues until 12 p.m. or later. Location: Friends of the Blackstone Environmental Center,                 100 New River Road, Manville, RI For more information, visit www.blackstoneriver.org or contact Keith at keithhainley@blackstoneriver.org. April 18-19  - Twin River Casino Events Center                  Annual Southern New England Women's Expo           "Love is Life" Tour Seminars, fashion shows, beauty pavilion, cooking demos, wine tastings, book signings, live entertainment, shopping.  For more information and to pre-register, visit the web page:  www.snewomensexpo.com April 19 - Blackstone River Watershed Association (BRWA)                                               Earth Day Cleanup Support the BRWA's efforts to clean up the Blackstone River Watershed. Join their annual Earth Day event!  Once again, the BRWA will be asking scouts, church groups, families, and local businesses to support the BRWA's efforts to clean up the Blackstone River Watershed. Last year there were more than 200 people assisting in seven towns throughout the watershed!  For a location near you, contact Susan Thomas at events@thebrwa.org  For more information, visit the web page: http://www.thebrwa.org/ April 20 - Leicester Historical Society                  Wayne Tuskulis on Antiques & Appraisals Join the Leicester Historical Society in welcoming Mr. Wayne Tuskulis.  He will be discussing antiques and will appraise an item for you.  From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.  Location: 40 Winslow Avenue, Leicester, MA.  Handicap accessible and free parking are available. For more information contact Diane at diane_calvano@yahoo.com April 24 - Slater Mill                 Mills & Mysteries - A Ghostly Experience Now in its fifth season, Slater Mill's Ghost Hunts are paranormal investigations of what is considered to be one of the most haunted places in New England.  Renowned paranormal investigators Carl L. Johnson, his twin bother Keith E. Johnson, and their associates, present a unique investigation of Slater Mill's historic structures after dark.  Slater Mill's haunted past attracted the attention of the T.A.P.S. crew, which featured the mill on an episode of the Sci-Fi Channel show "Ghost Hunters" in 2008. For more information, visit the web page: http://www.slatermill.org/calendar/mills-mysteries-paranormal-investigation-3/ April 25 - Bay State Trail Riders Association    MA DCR Park Serve Day    Southern New England Trunkline Trail (SNETT)         Bay State Trail Riders Association and Mass. Dept. of Conservation & Recreation will be partnering up again this year to celebrate Park Serve Day by cleaning up the SNETT. Work will consist of cutting and brushing back along the trail. Every person's work that day will go towards the match of a grant that BSTRA received.  Please wear appropriate clothing for working in the woods, including sturdy shoes and wear gloves. Check-in is at 8:30 a.m., trail work begins at 9:00 a.m. and continues until 1:00 p.m. Lunch will be served upon completion. Rain date is April 26.  Location: Southern New England Trunkline Trail crossing on Monroe Street.                  Use street address 122 Monroe Street, Douglas, MA on GPS.  For more information, please contact Becky at bstra@charter.net April 25  - Wintertime Farmers Market  Visit Hope Artiste Village every Saturday from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. through May 9 for local products. Don't forget to bring your recycling, and drop off your clean egg cartons for farmers to reuse. For more information, visit the web page: http://www.farmfresh.org/food/farmersmarkets_details.php?market=29&utm_source=Experience+Pawtucket%3A+Happenings+1-29-15&utm_campaign=Happenings1-29-15&utm_medium=email April 25 - Mass Audubon                 Statewide Volunteer Day Enjoy getting outdoors, re-connecting with nature, and helping one of our wildlife sanctuaries tackle their spring "to do" list. We'll have a variety of volunteer projects at 16 sites across Massachusetts.  Join our corps of volunteers and find out where you can volunteer and how you can make a difference in just one morning. For more information, visit the web page: http://www.massaudubon.org/news-events/special-events/general-special-events/statewide-volunteer-day April 25 - Rhode Island Historic Preservation Conference                  "Sticks & Stones" The Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission (RIHPHC)  presents the Annual Rhode Island Statewide Historic Preservation Conference in different communities around the state. This year's statewide preservation conference, "Sticks and Stones", examines historic rural landscapes and the long-term impact of changes on the land. The event gets underway at St. Eugene's Church in historic Chepachet Village with a keynote speech on the geology and cultural history of New England's stone walls. The speech is followed by 10 workshops, 6 films, and 11 bus and walking tours of historic places around Rhode Island's northwest corner, including farms and forests, mid-century modern residences, and village centers from Harrisville to North Scituate. Starts at 8:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. $40 includes all activities, plus morning coffee, lunch, closing reception.  For more information and to register, visit the web page:http://www.preservation.ri.gov/conference/15overview.php April 25 - Slater Mill's Stone Soup Coffeehouse                  Featuring Ronnie Cox For more information, visit the web page: http://www.slatermill.org/calendar/stone-soup-coffeehouse-slater-mill-8/ April 25 - Friends of Upton State Forest (FUSF)                  MA Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR)                  Park Serve Day Many hands make light work so please join us for the annual MA DCR spring work party.  Youth over 12 are welcome with a parent's signature. Youth groups are required to pre-register. Contact us for registration forms. Bring tools such as rakes, shovels and loppers. No power tools. Dress for work and the weather. Don't forget gloves, insect repellent and sunscreen. Water will be provided.  Location:  Meet at the Headquarters Building at Upton State Forest near the intersection of Westborough and Southborough Roads in Upton, MA.  (GPS 205 Westboro Rd, Upton, MA).  For more information, contact DCR at 508-278-6486 or FUSF at news@friendsofuptonstateforest.org.  For more information about Park Serve Day visit the web page: http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr April 25 - Blackstone River Theatre                 Burning Bridget Cleary Known for their captivating sound and engaging stage presence, Burning Bridget Cleary is currently one of the hottest young acts on the Celtic and folk music circuits with a reputation for presenting high-spirited Celtic music.   Location:  Blackstone River Theatre 549 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI For more information, visit the web page: http://riverfolk.org/schedule.html April 25 - Neighborhood Alliance of Pawtucket           Pawtucket/Central Falls Earth Day Clean-up:            Pride in Our Three Rivers Help show neighborhood pride with clean-ups in both Central Falls and Pawtucket and along the rivers for a spring start after a rugged winter.  Clean-up starts at 9 a.m. and will continue until 12 p.m.  Location: Galego Court, 483 Weeden Avenue and Calcutt High School, Central Falls, RI For more information visit http://www.neighborhoodlink.com/NAP-_Neighborhood_Alliance_of_Pawtucket or contact Arthur at kingarthurarthur@gmail.com April 29 - Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce                  Lunch & Learn - The Year of the Fiduciary As the government continues to focus more and more on the retirement plan market place, what does this mean for you as an employer running a benefits package?  We will discuss the increased regulations, how it affects your day to day  responsibilities and how to protect yourself and your business. For more information, visit the web page: http://members.blackstonevalley.org/events/details/lunch-n-learn-the-year-of-the-fiduciary-144 April 29 - Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary                 Dance of the Woodcock Love is in the air as the sun sets in early spring and the male American woodcock performs his aerial mating display. We will visit breeding grounds at the sanctuary to view the performance of this spring ritual. As sunset nears, you can hear the male woodcock's peent before he spirals 300 feet up into the night sky. Open to ages 8 and up.  Location: Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary, 414 Massasoit Road, Worcester, MA.  Adults: $5 members, $7 non-members Children: $3 members, $5 non-members For more information, e-mail bmbrook@massaudubon.org April 30 - Captain Planet Foundation                  Grant Application Deadline The Captain Planet Foundation is accepting applications from schools and nonprofit organizations for its Ecotech Grant program, a new initiative to support projects that motivate children through the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) fields while challenging them to reimagine the way their world can be.  Sixteen grants of $2,500 each will be awarded to schools and nonprofit organizations in support of projects that use innovation, nature-based design, or technology to address local environmental problems. Ideal projects will integrate environmental education with opportunities for children to solve real-world problems by using science practices and technology to help care for the environment. Preference will be given to applicants who have secured $2,500 in matching funds or in-kind contributions. In addition, priority will be given to student-directed projects that provide materials that make the project easy to replicate, including lesson plans, protocols, videos, adaptations, and examples of student work.  For more information, visit the web page: http://captainplanetfoundation.org/ecotech-grants/ May 1   - The Massachusetts Service Alliance (MSA)                  Service and Volunteerism Awards The MSA is currently seeking nominations for the 2015 Massachusetts Service and Volunteerism Awards.  The MSA invites you to nominate an outstanding Blackstone Heritage Corridor individual in either of two categories: Getting Things Done, and Lifetime Achievement.  Alternatively, you may nominate a nonprofit organization or business for the Higher Ed/Community Service Partnership, Service-Learning Partnership, Corporate Partnership, or Nonprofit Volunteer Program Award.  MSA will pay tribute to the winners during a special Awards Luncheon Ceremony at the 2015 Massachusetts Conference on Service and Volunteering on Monday, June 1st at the Sheraton Framingham Hotel.  For more information, visit the web page: http://www.mass-service.org/ Your event could be featured here! Include a description of the event, the event date/time, and other information shown on our event listing form.   Would you like to include a picture?  Be sure to send it along with the form! Call for Event Listings! Is your organization hosting fun, informative, adventurous, or educational activities?  We would love to help you get the word out! Click below for a copy of our submission form We will try to include all events and activities.  Simply start by providing some basic information about your event, and we will take it from there! The Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor is a unique cultural landscape of industrial history and immigration in the interconnected system of the Blackstone River watershed. An energetic nonprofit, the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor, Inc. partners with organizations, local communities and businesses, and residents to insure the long term vitality of the Corridor.   Water Powered!

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Neighbor Brigade: News flash from our neighborhood

Franklin has a chapter in the Neighbor Brigade

View this email in your browser. Newsletter  April 2015 Director's Letter As marathoners cross the finish line this Patriots' Day, I won't be able to help my thoughts from turning to the tragic events of the Boston Marathon bombing two years ago ....  With the horror of the event, watching spectators, fellow runners and the Boston police rush in to help the injured was uplifting. As community members we all tune into the marathon each year to celebrate the tenacity of the runners as they embrace a 26-mile (often uphill) challenge. On that day, we also revered the strength and generosity of those who rushed in to help. I feel the same mixture of inspiration and pride as I see our Neighbor Brigade volunteers stepping in every day to help when local neighbors are experiencing a crisis. As hard as it may be to ask for help, in the face of crisis or tragedy we all need a helping hand. Out of tragedy comes help, and out of help comes hope. Rushing in to give help in times of crisis is what Neighbor Brigade is all about. In this newsletter you will learn just some of the reasons our recent recipients have asked for help.  We will also invite you to join us at a new run/walk event called Cause+Event Boston on May 17th where we will show our Neighbor Brigade pride. We hope you will sign up and help us spread the word about Neighbor Brigade at this event that is less fundraiser, more pep rally for area non-profits.  Come help the Neighbor Brigade team make a big impact. Thank you again for your continued support and efforts on behalf of our mission.  If you have any thoughts to share please contact me at stephanie@neighborbrigade.org. Stephanie Lawrence Executive Director SBANE Award Nomination Neighbor Brigade receives Innovation Award Nomination By SBANE  Neighbor Brigade was recently honored to be named a semi-finalist for the Small Business Association of New England's (SBANE's) New England Innovation Award, which "recognizes those companies [and organizations] that have transformed their innovative ideas into a product or service that delivers proven value to customers."   Neighbor Brigade was one of just 16 New England nonprofits selected as semi-finalists. Although we did not make it to the final round we are thrilled that Neighbor Brigade is being recognized as an "innovator" for our unique mission and valued services. Outreach Initiative Neighbor Brigade Launches Major Outreach Initiative Neighbor Brigade is launching a new visibility and outreach campaign this spring! Deb Osber, Neighbor Brigade's Community Partnership and Outreach Coordinator, is working together with our chapter leaders to invite providers and affinity organizations across Massachusetts to join us as referral partners.  We will mail out over 20,000 rack cards and flyers during this campaign.  We look forward to substantially growing our referral network as a result.  Thank you to our corporate and individual sponsors for the generous financial support that has made this campaign possible, and thank you to our chapter leaders and volunteers for your commitment to this project! Recipients Send Thanks Neighbor Brigade Recipients Send Thanks Neighbor Brigade's 29 chapters receive requests on a daily basis from individuals and families across Massachusetts who need a helping hand to get them through a difficult period.  We love when recipients send comments our way to thank the volunteers and explain why Neighbor Brigade made a difference: "Thank you all VERY much for your support during Jim's continued recovery.  During this difficult time, it was extremely helpful for me to spend time with Jim, at the hospital and the rehab facility, knowing the kids were having a good meal.  We are truly fortunate to be a member of such a supportive community!" - The Carmody Family, Northborough/Southborough Neighbor Brigade.  Jim Carmody sustained injuries in a work-related accident and our volunteers delivered meals to the Carmodys' house 4 days a week for 2 and 1/2 months. "The Ashland Neighbor Brigade is such a great resource for our community.  I contacted them prior to an upcoming surgery to find out what services they could provide and was pleasantly surprised to know how much they could offer.  I ended up utilizing the service for rides to and from work during the period when I couldn't drive -- it was a life-saver. All of the drivers were so kind and compassionate and it was great to know I had help when I needed it most.  Like most people I was reluctant to ask for help but I wouldn't hesitate to ask again and I am eager to be able to pay it forward."    - Tracey Lydon, Ashland, MA Neighbor Brigade.  Tracey recently joined the Ashland Neighbor Brigade as a member and is currently offering rides to a local neighbor in need. New Board Members Neighbor Brigade Welcomes David Brisson! David Brisson joins the board of Neighbor Brigade as a way to "pay it forward" following his family's own experience as both volunteer and recipient.  David's wife Jacquie was an original volunteer for the Wayland Neighbor Brigade before she became seriously ill, sadly passing in March, 2014.   Volunteers from the Wayland chapter prepared nearly 200 home-cooked meals for Jacqui, David and their three sons Derek, Jared, and Evan, offering the Brisson family a much needed life-line of support during this difficult loss.  As a board member, David hopes to leverage his marketing communications expertise to support the organization's fundraising and public awareness efforts.  David is an accomplished writer and author. As president of Brisson Group, Inc., David has provided corporate communications and marketing programs for more than 100 companies.   Neighbor Brigade Welcomes Jennifer Rosenberg! Jennifer Rosenberg first became involved with Neighbor Brigade when she joined the Lexington chapter as a volunteer in 2012, offering acts of kindness to local neighbors in need.  As a board member, Jennifer hopes to utilize her marketing experience to further the organization's mission.  Currently an independent marketing consultant, Jennifer has more than 20 years experience in the life sciences, healthcare and consumer products industries.  Most recently she was Director of Marketing for Insulet Corporation, a medical device company.  Prior to Insulet, Jennifer held senior marketing and brand management positions with companies such as Johnson & Johnson, Abbott Laboratories and Lederle Laboratories. She received a BA from Brandeis University, an MPA from New York University, and an MBA from the Wharton School.  She has served on the Board of Directors of a number of non-profit organizations including Facing Cancer Together and Thrive Together. Upcoming Events Cause+Event Boston - May 17, 2015 Neighbor Brigade invites you to begin your spring training with us at this unique 5K Run/Walk that lets you pick your favorite charity.  If you are already part of our Pam's Run family you know the good work Neighbor Brigade does to help our neighbors in crisis here in Massachusetts - help us spread the word at Cause+Event on May 17th!   Cause+Event will be held at Arlington High School. Registration is $30 - with a minimum of $15 going to the non-profit of your choice!  No additional fundraising involved.  Upon registration pick "Join a Team" and select Neighbor Brigade as your team.  Wear your Pam's Run T-shirt or visit our booth at the event's Non-Profit Expo to receive a free 2014 Pam's Run shirt! Registration closes on May 13, 2015.   Pam's Run - October 18, 2015 Mark Your Calendars! Sunday, October 18, 2015 Wayland High School Neighbor Brigade's largest annual fundraiser!  Pam's Run will feature a 5k walk/run, a 10k run and other surprises.  There will also be fun for the entire family with live music, kids' activities, raffle prizes, food trucks, photo booth and age group awards and cash prizes for top finishers!   Stay tuned for registration information! If you are interested in a corporate sponsorship, please contact Stephanie Lawrence at stephanie@neighborbrigade.org. Contact Us: Neighbor Brigade P.O. Box 248 Lexington, MA 02420 781.325.8580 Stephanie Lawrence, Executive Director:  stephanie@neighborbrigade.org Claire Sheth, Director of Programs: claire@neighborbrigade.org Kristie Oberlies, Director of Operations: kristie@neighborbrigade.org Media Inquiries: press@neighborbrigade.org General Questions: info@neighborbrigade.org Neighbor Brigade  |  P.O. Box 248  |  Lexington, MA 02420  |  781.325.8580 www.neighborbrigade.org  |  info@neighborbrigade.org

April 19th FUNraiser - Mission: Bowling

Hi Steve,   Sydney Robinson's next big FUNraiser is being held at Ficco's Bowladrome this Sunday, April 19th and would love your assistance once again with sharing this information with Franklin Matters readers.  Sydney is a freshman at FHS and is a member of St. John's Episcopal Church in Franklin while also taking part in the Youth Leadership Academy (YLA) program run through the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts. More information about YLA is available at www.diomassyouth.org/diocesanyouthprograms Thank you, Tina Robinson FUNraiser - Mission: Bowling If you're planning a staycation and/or happen to be looking for a fun way to kick off school vacation week, please join us at Sydney's next FUNraiser to help support her mission trip to El Salvador this Sunday, April  19 from 3:15 – 5:15 at Ficco's Bowladrome.  Ticket prices are $ 15 Adults and $ 10 Kids which include shoes, an hour of bowling and pizza. There will also be a raffle! Please RSVP to R.Family5@hotmail.com to let us know how many adults/kids would like to attend so we can plan food and number of lanes accordingly. Thank you!

Concord-Carlisle tops FHS girls lacrosse 13-10

From Hockomock Sports we find the result sof the girls lacrosse game. Franklin lost a close game to Concord-Carlisle

FHS Panthers

Girls Lacrosse
Franklin, 10 @ Concord-Carlisle, 13 - Final 

- Senior Emily Jeffries scored six goals in the game, including her 100th career goal. Julianne Pisani added a pair of goals, one assist and two draw controls.

For all the results of Friday's actions
http://www.hockomocksports.com/blog/hockomock-schedule-scoreboard-041715

Try a New Networking Format on April 22

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS   AT PATRIOT SUBARU WHEN: Wednesday, April 22  WHERE: Patriot Subaru in North Attleborough CHECK OUT: A New Networking Format & Cool Cars Patriot Subaru, 551 S. Washington St., North Attleborough, is hosting a Business After Hours on Wednesday, April 22 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and we are unveiling a different type of networking at this event.   Please come with your best 60-second elevator pitch to give to the whole group. Instead of getting the customary 15 seconds you will get 1 full minute to talk about your business, your products, your role in the company, your value added proposition, or the Red Sox. For those 60 seconds, the floor is yours! Concerned it will be overwhelming and boring? Fear not! We will do 3 to 4 of them at a time followed by 3 to 4 minutes of networking. Everyone will get a chance to go and there will still be plenty of time to mix, mingle, and check out the cars. We want to give special thanks to Chamber Member Denise Noble for bringing this idea to us. Register here for this unique event. Remember that Business After Hours are free for ALL Chamber Members and any individuals that work for a Chamber member ($25 for non-members). If you don't want to come alone, bring friends to introduce them to the Chamber. See you on the 22nd!

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Voices Against Violence, the Marathon and YOU!

We are so excited for the 2015 Boston Marathon Team Framingham Participants who will be running to raise money for Voices Against Violence!  

Take a moment to click on the links below to see why supporting Voices is important to them, and then please consider making a donation today. 

And please - share this with your friends and family too – every dollar raised will go to support victims and survivors of sexual and domestic violence in our community and every dollar counts!  

          Phil Mooney                Lauren O'Connell                        Eric Johnson

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 4/17/15 - THU 4/23/15

FRI 4/17   6:30pm   Art Night Uncorked at Franklin Art Center
FRI 4/17   8-9:50pm   Frozen Friday DJ Public Skate at Pirelli Arena

SAT 4/18   8-10am   FGSA Field Clean Up Day, volunteers to meet at Pisani Field at 8am
SAT 4/18   9am-4pm   Book Sale at Franklin Public Library, music by Betty Kushner from 9-10am
SAT 4/18   12-8pm   Art Show - Franklin Art Association at The Black Box

SUN 4/19   9am-12pm  Bag Sale at Franklin Public Library
SUN 4/19   12-3pm   Art Show - Franklin Art Association at The Black Box
SUN 4/19   6pm   Movie "The Miracle Worker" at the Franklin Historical Museum, free popcorn and water. Admission: one canned good.

TUE 4/21   10:30am   Family Storytime (all ages) at Franklin Public Library
TUE 4/21   2pm   Pumpernickel Puppets (ages 3 and up) at Franklin Public Library
TUE 4/21   6:30-8pm  Drawing Super Heroes, Manga and Other Heroes (grades 6-12) at Franklin Public Library

WED 4/22   10:30am   Wally the Green Monster (all ages) at Franklin Public Library. Don't forget your camera.
WED 4/22   12-2pm   Adult Painting at Franklin Art Center
WED 4/22   2pm   Smorgasbord of Crafts (all ages) at Franklin Public Library

THU 4/23   10:30am   Mike the Hatman (all ages) at Franklin Public Library
THU 4/23   2-4:30pm   Wii Gaming (grades 6-12) at Franklin Public Library
THU 4/23   6:30pm   Art Night Uncorked at Franklin Art Center

For all the Town of Franklin Public Meetings click HERE.

For event details click HERE.

For April Break camps, events, activities click HERE.

*If you have any suggestions or events for the calendar, please email Renata@BetterLivingRE.com