PMC Kids Ride - Jun 14

The PMC Kids Ride gives us the opportunity to work together with the Franklin community and make a significant impact in the fight against cancer. We have all been touched in some way with someone who has had cancer. This ride gives children an opportunity to feel that they can make a difference. 

It empowers kids to become part of the Pan Mass Challenge (PMC) mission of raising money for cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute through its Jimmy Fund. This ride also teaches children the value of riding for the benefit of others.

PMC Kids Ride Franklin - June 14th

• Jefferson Elementary School, Franklin, MA

• Sunday, June 14, 2015 8:00am-12:00pm

• Ages 3-14

• Registration fee: $10 - Required fundraising minimum: $25, suggested: $40

balloon arch for starting line 2014

Additional photos from 2014 can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/06/fund-raising-weekend-for-cancer-photo.html

To register or donate visit the website here  http://www.kids.pmc.org/franklin.aspx

FHS girls lacrosse top KP 12-6

From Hockomock Sports we find and share the result of the playoff action on Monday.

Girls Lacrosse

FHS Panthers

D1 East
#14 King Philip, 6 @ #3 Franklin, 12 - Final 

- Emily Jeffries led Franklin with four goals while Kenzie Pleshaw added a hat trick and goalie Dani Lonati made six saves. Head coach Kristin Igoe said Grace McDermott and Olivia Truenow each played well defensively.

For the other Hockomock results on Monday
http://www.hockomocksports.com/blog/hockomock-schedule-scoreboard-060115

"the nurturing environment ... found at Tri-County"

Two Franklin students end up #1 and #2 at Tri-County

Valedictorian Laura Auerbach and Salutatorian Christopher Lenzi are preparing for their graduation ceremony at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School on Sunday, June 7.  

Tri-County Regional Voc Tech HS

Auerbach, of Franklin, said she was "excited" knowing she finished at the top of her class. 

"It meant all the hard work paid off," Lenzi added. 

Auerbach was a member of the math team, National Honor Society, as well as the captain of the soccer team. 

Lenzi, also of Franklin, was a member of National Honor Society, the student council and worked on the school yearbook.

Continue reading the article in the Sun Chronicle
http://www.thesunchronicle.com/wrentham/schools/hard-work-adds-up-for-tri-county-s-top-duo/article_5e818439-8da8-5798-9b93-714abf915ffe.html

Sen. Spilka District Office Hours - 6/19 & 6/26

Senator Spilka Announces District Office Hours

Senator Karen Spilka (D-Ashland) or representatives from her staff will be available for district office hours in Franklin and Medway on Friday, June 19^th and in Natick and Holliston on Friday, June 26^th. Constituents are invited to share their concerns, questions and policy priorities and hear updates on the latest news and events from the State House and in the district.

Friday, June 19^th

Franklin Office Hours

2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Cake Bar

17 E Central St., Franklin

Medway Office Hours

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Muffin House Café

116 Main St., Medway

Friday June 26^th

Natick Office Hours

2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Zaftigs

1298 Worcester St., Natick

Holliston Office Hours

3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Coffee Haven

76 Railroad St., Holliston

Residents who are unable to attend or are interested in scheduling an appointment should contact Senator Spilka's office at (617) 722-1640 at any time.

In the News: Cookies for a cause, clothing theft repeats

On Saturday, Cathleen Bryan of Franklin and her best friend Jena Johnson of Blackstone held their 6th Annual Cookies 4 A Cause sale at the Famous House of Pizza, 40 N Main St., Bellingham, pulling in more than $1,000 for cystic fibrosis and Jena’s fight against the disease. 

Cathleen, 11, has been organizing the sale for the past six years in honor of her friend, also 11. The money is raised to help with Jena’s medical expenses and to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. 

“Cathleen and Jena worked their magic and the cookie sale went great. We did not sell out of cookies but were still able to raise over $1,800 and Famous House Of Pizza will continue to sell them and collect donations,” noted Laureen Bryan, Cathleen’s mom. “The girls stayed until 10 p.m. and it was a wonderful day. I am so grateful for friends, family, strangers and, most of all, Famous House of Pizza, for letting us hold the sale there year after year.”

Continue reading the article
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20150601/NEWS/150609558/1994/NEWS

A Rhode Island man was held on $5,000 bail Monday after he allegedly took bags of clothing from the same Society of St. Vincent de Paul collection bin that police caught him stealing from last month. 

Valdir Barros, 27, of Central Falls, Rhode Island, was arrested Saturday on charges of breaking into a depository and larceny over $250. He and another man are accused of loading several bags of clothes into a U-Haul van before fleeing the area, Franklin police said. 

On May 4, Barros was charged with stealing from the bin after police found him hiding inside of it. 

Police Saturday also arrested Bruce Ribeiro, 29, of Brockton, and charged him with breaking into a depository, giving a false name and disturbing the peace, as well as larceny over $250 and witness intimidation.

Continue reading the article
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20150602/NEWS/150609513/1994/NEWS

Tri-County students continue with interior carpentry work at Beaver Court

A recent walk took me by Beaver Court to grab a photo of the house that the Tri-County students have built for Franklin. The students were recognized by the Town Council for their work on this affordable housing project.

affordable house being built by Tri-County students

Students began installing kitchen cabinets this past week. 

Tri-County Facebook photo of cabinets being installed at Beaver Court house

For additional photos of the work being done, check out the Tri-County Facebook page here
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.773075882813839.1073741875.620249754763120&type=1

Annual Franklin Post 75 and Medway Post 367 Scholarship Run - June 20

The Annual Franklin Post 75 and Medway Post 367 Scholarship Run will be held at Medway High School on Saturday, June 20, 2015. 

We are currently seeking sponsors and donations. Please mark your calendar and stay tuned for more details including instructions on how to register.

If you have any questions or would like to be a sponsor or make a donation, please contact Kim Leone at Franklin Post 75 or Doug Wahl at Medway Post 367.

screen grab of American Legion Post 75 webpage

To register for the 5 mile race, click on the link below.

Link to Registration page

or download the form from here

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczM2M3cnZmRUZTTkd0X012X1VOUUwwMkphdTVv/view?usp=sharing

Dirty Frank comes to the Uptowne Pub - Jun 6

Found this on the utility pole while walking recently. Coming up Saturday night, June 6, beginning at 9:00 PM Dirty Frank, a cover band playing music from the 70's - 00's will appear at the Uptowne Pub.

Dirty Frank - Jun 6th

Franklin Library: Duct tape beach bags

Rainy day activity for the older kids? The Library will be making duct tape beach bags Monday, Jun 1 at 7:00 PM for kids 11 and older.

Duct Tape Beach Bags

This was shared from the Library website here
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2015/05/duct-tape-beach-bags.html

The Franklin Solar Challenge can help you!

Dear Franklin Residents,

Now is the time to go solar!

The Franklin Solar Challenge is in Tier 4 pricing, and only needs a couple more signed contracts to hit the lowest pricing tier, Tier 5!

Franklin Solar Challenge

SolarFlair Energy, the selected installer for the Franklin Solar Challenge, will be holding open houses over the next couple of months, food and soft drinks will be provided, as well as SolarFlair representatives on hand to answer your questions. The Open House dates and times are listed below.

• Feldman Residence 
• June 7th 10AM-2PM 
• 37 Meadowbrook Rd. 
• Franklin, MA 

• Patel Residence 
• June 20th 11AM-3PM 
• 476 Maple St. 
• Franklin, MA 

• D'Attilio Residence 
• July 12th 11AM-3PM 
• 55 Gallison St. 
• Franklin, MA 

• Prewitt Residence 
• July 18th 11AM-3PM 
• 17 Sunset Rd. 
• Franklin, MA

Although it has been a tough winter, SolarFlair has been installing systems on the homes of the first customers that signed up in the Franklin Solar Challenge. Four residents of Franklin have been so kind and agreed to let other residents come by and check out their solar installation!

This is a great importunity for those of you who have a proposal, to witness first hand the high quality workmanship that SolarFlair provides, and speak to the homeowners about their experience with SolarFlair.

For those who have a signed contract under the Franklin Solar Challenge, you are welcome to come and see what your new system will look like!

The Return of Jamie Barrett and Nick Paone!

The Children's Series at THE BLACK BOX presents:  Jamie Barrett and Nick Paone

Jamie Barrett and Nick Paone

Franklin's Jamie Barrett, beloved singer-songwriter, guitarist and music teacher, and Nick Paone, brilliant actor, writer and director, join forces for another popular FPAC Children's Series concert at THE BLACK BOX! Don't miss this engaging mix of family-favorite songs and animated storytelling. A fun and interactive program for audiences of all ages!

Scheduled for Saturday, June 6th at 2:00 PM

Tickets available at THE BLACK BOX

FHS Lacrosse Tournament Brackets

The FHS lacrosse teams will begin playoffs this week. The MIAA brackets are shown below

Boys Lacrosse

MIAA Boys Lacrosse D1 South 2015

The interactive bracket can be found on the MIAA site here
http://miaa.statebrackets.com/tmenu.cfm?tid=3612

Pantherbook photo

Girls Lacrosse

MIAA Girls Lacrosse D1 East 2015

The interactive bracket can be found on the MIAA site here
http://miaa.statebrackets.com/tmenu.cfm?tid=3595

Register O'Donnell Testifies Before Joint Committee on the Judiciary

	Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
	Register O'Donnell Testifies Before Joint Committee on the Judiciary Continuing his efforts to streamline the ever increasing amount of paperwork that must be stored by registries and reduce the financial burden on taxpayers, Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell recently testified before the Joint Committee on the Judiciary in support of House Bill 1493, an act to modernize the Registries of Deeds. Testifying before the committee, O'Donnell stated, "The storage of original registered land documents has become problematic. This legal requirement has resulted in significant space issues facing many registries of deeds. To give you the idea of the volume of paperwork held today, the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds stores over 1.3 million registered land documents. Such documents include deeds, homesteads, mortgages, mortgage discharges and Declaration of Trusts. "Under the proposed legislation, the requirement to house original registered land transaction documents would be removed resulting in registries not having to look for additional building space. Once verified and recorded, these documents will continue to be scanned into the Registry's computer system for the public's viewing and on-line printing needs. The document will also be microfilmed for security purposes and stored in an off-site retrieval facility in the event of a catastrophe. These are standard practices that are utilized today by registries and will continue to be in operation. However, if this bill becomes law, registries will no longer be required to store original registered land transaction documents; they may forward it back to the homeowner or their designee." "This scenario would be a win-win situation for many parties," noted Register O'Donnell. "The burden on taxpayers will be reduced because registries will not be making additional rental/leasing payments to store these documents. Existing space at registries will be better used to serve the public; more computer workstations for land document research, more space for customer service centers and more space for real estate closings." House Bill 1493 has the unanimous endorsement of the Massachusetts Registers and Assistant Registers of Deeds Association which represents all 21 of the Registry of Deeds recording districts. In addition, the legislation has been co-sponsored by 51 state legislators across the Commonwealth. "We have some very strong support for the proposal and there also appears to be no visible opposition to the bill. I also want to thank lead sponsor Representative Paul McMurtry (D-Dedham) for his leadership and support of this initiative," O'Donnell noted. Concluding his remarks, O'Donnell stated, "I urge the Judiciary Committee to report this bill out favorably to the full House of Representatives for their consideration. This legislation will reduce significant space constraints being experienced by Registries of Deeds and at the same time, reduce future tax monies being spent on housing these registered land documents. To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, "like" us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com @NorfolkDeeds. The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High Street, Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101, or on the web at www.norfolkdeeds.org. Register William P. O'Donnell Norfolk County Registry of Deeds email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-234-3336 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

Forward email Norfolk County Registry of Deeds | 649 High Street | Dedham, | MA | 02026-1831 screen grab - Norfolk County Deeds web page

You can make a difference

A week ago, I stood on the Boston Common and took a picture of the 37,000 flags put out to commemorate Memorial Day.

Boston Common flag garden on May 22

This Friday (May 29th), the flags are gone but not forgotten.

Boston Common on May 29

The feet of the many who came by to take photos (as I did) trampled the grass and it is now brown and crushed. It will come back.

Boston Common on May 29

One person's actions may not seem like much. The small step may not seem significant. But one person needs to start and then big things can happen.

One person objected to the proposed Atlantic Bridge pipeline, others joined and the project got stopped.
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/05/im-delighted-to-hear-project-has-been.html

There are plenty of other opportunities around Franklin where one person can do something to make a difference. 

Consider helping at the Senior Center, the Food Pantry, in the schools or in your church. 

Consider helping the Random Smile Project, the Neighbor Brigade, or the Friends of the Franklin Library. 

Consider volunteering to help run the Town of Franklin. While there are salaried positions, there are many non-paid positions including most of the elected positions on the Town Council, School Committe, and the many other boards and committees that help to operate Franklin. 

Our government does its best when it is truly "of the people, by the people, for the people"

Pick your cause, pick your interest, and help. Together we can accomplish great things!  

FHS baseball and softball top Attleboro

From Hockomock Sports we find and share the results of the spring sports action on Friday, May 29.

FHS Panthers

Baseball
Attleboro, 4 @ Franklin, 5 - Final 

- On Senior Day, it was a group of seniors who shined for the Panthers. Zane Byrne got the win, tossing five innings with four strikeouts, giving up just on earned run. Marc Elliot (1 IP, 1 K) and Kyle Wardrop (1 IP, SV, 1K) closed out the came in relief. Offensively, Nick Burgos went 2-3 with a double and a triple, two runs scored and an RBI, Ant Chaiton knocked in a pair of runs in the fourth inning, Kyle Skidmore went 1-3 with a double and a run scored, TJ Paulsen had a base hit, walked and scored a run and KJ Powers came around to score a run.

Softball
Franklin, 7 @ Attleboro, 1 - Final 

- Maddie Connelly had two hits on the day, one being a two-run triple and Alicia Donovan and Olivia Haba each knocked in two runs. Caroline d'Aprile got the win in the circle, getting four strikeouts allowing four hits.

For the other results around the Hockomock League on Friday
http://www.hockomocksports.com/blog/hockomock-schedule-scoreboard-052915

Charity Yard Sale to Aid Franklin Family

Oak Street Cub Scout Pack 29, along with many area friends and neighbors, have put together an AMAZING yard sale today, Saturday, May 30th at 14 Flintlocke Road in Franklin. The outpouring of support for his family has been so heartwarming with donations coming in from over 30 families. 

We have such a wide range of items in great condition from children's indoor and outdoor toys and games, household decor and books, to many kitchen gadgets, small appliances, a poker table, dishes, CDs/DVDs and More. 

Definitely something for everyone! And 100% of the proceeds will go to helping the Parisi family with some of their expenses.

The yard sale will be from 8am - 3pm today (originally scheduled for 5/31) and we hope many of you will come out, shop and enjoy some lemonade!!!!

Caeden and Devin Parisi

The online fund raiser for the Parisi Family can be found here
http://www.youcaring.com/medical-fundraiser/c-d-united/278046

Franklin Art Center - Summer Updates

Franklin Art Center

• For the month of June pre-k art classes are weekly

• We have ocean week next week, animal week, & art exploration. 

• Check out the summer page on our website

• K-12 classes are posted as well 

• Clay handbuilding will be Wednesday's 6:30-8 new this summer for ages 10- adult

• Fun Friday's will be added for one day workshops, kids paint and family paint -these will be posted on our facebook page weekly

You can find them on the web here  http://www.franklinartcenter.com/
or on Facebook here  https://www.facebook.com/pages/Franklin-Art-Center/193366394039561?fref=photo

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 5/29/15 - THU 6/4/15

FRI 5/29   8pm   The Black Box Cabaret - FPAC Alumni
FRI 5/29   8-9:50pm   Frozen Friday DJ Public Skate at Pirelli Arena

SAT 5/30   1pm   Movie “Strange Magic” at Franklin Public Library
SAT 5/30   4pm   FPAC students present “The Magic Flute” at The Black Box

SUN 5/31   9:30am-12pm   Join Cub Scouts Event at Franklin Town Common. Meet the leaders and sign up.
SUN 5/31   2-5pm   Drink Pink for Cure! at Pour Richard’s in Franklin
SUN 5/31   2pm   Movie “Into The Woods” at Franklin Public Library

THU 6/4   8:30am   Franklin Downtown Partnership Meeting at Dean College

For all the Town of Franklin Public Meetings click HERE.

For event details click HERE.

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

FHS Top 10 senior students recognized by United Regional Chamber

The United Regional Chamber of Commerce sent along this notification on the Franklin High School students that were recognized at the Chamber's Spotlight on Education breakfast at Lake Pearl Luciano’s on May 27. 

The Top 10 students from the senior class were honored as well as the Unsung Hero (a student who excels in other areas, has outstanding leadership qualities, or is outstanding in some other way.)

Heller Photography provided the photo of the Top 10 FHS Students

FRANKLIN

• Pooja Agarwal
• Gabriela Blood
• Thomas Cerier
• Kathleen Doherty
• Haley Frank
• Jessica Garrigan
• Marcus Giese
• Amy Reynolds
• Caleigh Smith
• Madison Wendell
• UNSUNG HERO: Philip Henault

Franklin Police share resources on preventing overdoses

During the Town Council meeting last week, Chief Stephan Semerjian mentioned that the Police Department was posting resources on their webpage to help share the information. 

Here is the info shared:





14 Rules Never to Break with Dealing with Addiction
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_Police/Narconon14Rules.pdf

signs of heroin abuse - shared from the Franklin Police page

Opioid

The term opioid designates a class of drugs derived naturally from the opium poppy (opium, morphine, codeine), synthesized or derived from a natural opiate (heroin, oxycodone, hydrocodone), or manufactured synthetically with a chemical structure similar to opium (fentanyl, methadone). Among their many effects, opioids depress breathing by changing neurochemical activity in the brainstem where automatic bodily functions are controlled. 

Overdose

An overdose occurs when opioid concentrations are so high in the body that they begin to cause respiratory depression. Overdoses can be further characterized as being either non-fatal (loss of consciousness and depressed breathing) or fatal (respiration ceases and/or cardiac arrest ensues) (Warner-Smith, et al, 2001). 

Overdose is a common experience among opioid users. In a review of the literature on overdoses, Darke and Hall (2003) found that at least half of opioid users in cross-sectional studies report a history of non-fatal overdose, many of whom report overdosing multiple times. Additionally, Darke and Zador (1996) report that opioid users have mortality rates that are between six and twenty times those of their peers. These authors go on to report that deaths attributable to overdose are the most common cause of death among opioid users. 

In a report released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in December 2011, drug overdose was identified as the cause of death for over 41,000 people in 2008 (Warner, et al, 2011). With the rate nearly tripling in the past three decades, drug overdose is now the leading cause of accidental death nationally, exceeding motor vehicle accidents; in 2008, there were 38,000 motor vehicle deaths. 

While the CDC report identifies overdose as a national issue, the northeast region is disproportionately affected. In its 2011 New England High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (NE HIDTA) Drug Market Analysis, the National Drug Intelligence Center (NDIC) noted, “opioid abuse remains the most significant drug threat to the NE HIDTA – (NDIC, 2011). The authors identify pharmaceutical opioid abuse as the driving factor behind this increase. Evidence suggests that pharmaceutical opioid abusers often switch from prescription medications to heroin due to its lower cost and greater purity.

Continue reading more from the Mass Dept of Health brochure (PDF) here
http://www.mass.gov/eohhs/docs/dph/substance-abuse/opioid/overdoseresponsestrategies.pdf