Shades IN Place: Boy...Oh boy!

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The Blind Spot 'Shady' stories in the life of a Brazilian (small) biz owner August - 2015 Roger Magalhaes Shades IN Place Inc. Owner & Blind Installer I think that August should have 60 days in its month. At least we could enjoy Summer a little longer.... I know I would. Too many things to do before the longer days are gone... Enjoy the short newsletter while at the beach and pay special attention to my newest section at the end called But Before I Go... Hope you'll enjoy!   Boy...Oh Boy! Last month I wrote about my new working van and how happy I was. Can you believe that, in a little over six weeks, I have driven almost 5,500 miles already? Yeah, between jobs all over the place like Boston, Cape Cod and the Islands, Motorization Courses, Plantation Shutter courses, and a tax-free weekend, our monthly newsletter took a backseat (no pun intended). I know that you didn't really miss me, as window shades aren't required at the beach. But next month, things are getting back to normal. Sorry for breaking the news that Summer is almost over! (in case you didn't know it). Before you know it, it will be time for home decorating again and new window treatments. Why not avoid the rush and start thinking about what to do (see photos to inspire) with those large windows in the living and dining room? Perhaps you've been putting off getting those new blackout shades for a better night's sleep in your bedroom? No problem, just call or text my cell phone at 508-904-2108, or shoot me an email to schedule a visit. But Before I Go....Last Tuesday on August 25th, it was our wedding anniversary. And what better way to celebrate than to bring Ana with me to Nantucket? Now, don't let me fool you...I went there to work, but the install was completed by noon and we enjoyed the rest of the afternoon at the beach appreciating the breeze and the ocean, and took a moment to look forward to many more anniversaries to come! What I do... People don't shop for window coverings often. In fact many haven't  bought new shades in 15 - 20 years! My job is to introduce you to the many wonderful features & benefits  that automated shades have to offer. As a result you will be able to control privacy, home security (protection) and prevent sun fading via smartphones and tablets whether you are home or away. Stay IN Touch postal services:  Shades IN Place Inc. 76 Grove St. Franklin MA 02038 email - roger@shadesinplace.com call / text - 508-904-2108 office - 508-520-6700 fax - 508-445-8800 shake hands - 76 Grove St Franklin MA 02038 web - www,shadesinplace.com read - download brochure schedule - Book An Appointment resources - My Power Team Consumer $aving$ For the month of August there are some rebates available on selected products plus volume discount as follow:  Buy 5+ units - extra 5% discount Buy 10+ units - extra 10% discount   Buy 15+ units - extra 15% discount Call 508-520-6700 Copyright © 2015. All Rights Reserved.

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Reporting by walking around - Saturday, Aug 29 (photo essay)

Reporting by walking around on Saturday morning, Aug 29.

The DPW is replacing the sewer line on Dale St.

sidewalk work along West Central in front of the Historical Museum

sidewalk work in front of Dean on West Central

sidewalk work on the other side of West Central at Dean

sidewalk in front of Davis Thayer

new sidewalk on Davis Thayer where the modulars were located

the FHS boys cross country team out for their workout

the FHS girls cross country team out for their workout

Sculpture Park, Franklin Art Center ladybug

fish painted during the Cultural Festival now hung along the railing

fish painted during the Cultural Festival now hung along the railing

"It's a three-fold disease: mental, physical, and spiritual"

"John Silverman is a person in long-term recovery since 1984 and an Executive Producer for The Anonymous People film. He is a former member of the New York City Police Department, and has been performing private investigative and related security consulting for over 20 years."

For more information on The Anonymous People film  http://manyfaces1voice.org/

for more visit Facing Addition

 

Chad Larivee Fundraiser - Oct 18

Announcement! The date of the 2nd annual Firefighter Chad "Choggy" Larivee fundraiser will be Sunday, October 18th at The Jockey Club in Raynham. More info to follow in the coming weeks.

Chad Larivee Fundraiser - Oct 18

Follow the event on Facebook for additional updates
https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Chad-Larivee-Fund/764285140296032?fref=nf

Franklin Newcomers and Friends: Meeting, Weds Sep 9th 7:30 PM

Franklin Newcomers and Friends

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends welcome you to join us at our first monthly meeting of the 2015-2016 season. We'll be meeting upstairs at "3" Restaurant on Wednesday, September 9th at 7:30pm.

We'll be providing light refreshments and non-alcoholic beverages. A cash bar will be available. This meet-up is open to Current members and Prospective members! 

This month's meeting will be largely social - providing an opportunity to learn more about each other and have some fun! We'll also give you a sneak peak at some of our upcoming meetings and events.

The archives come in handy

A question on a Facebook forum on "why the 'general government' line item in the budget for FY 2009 grew about $6M over the prior year?" was one I thought I could answer. I recalled the discussion about moving the Facilities budget from the School side of the ledger to the Town side.

Why the Schools were managing all the Town's facilities (buildings) did not make much sense either then or now.  It had been the way. It got changed in FY 2009. Management of the school custodians moved from the School to the DPW. The line item in the budget moved from the Schools to the Town and has been there relatively unchanged since.

One oddity remains in that while the Town in their budget has all the facilities, the personnel, and the expenses for the maintenance; the one piece that the School budget retains is the Facility Director position and associated salary. It is not good or bad. It is. As long as it is properly accounted for (and it is), then it is okay.

Anyway, part of the answer to the question was found in the budget workshop held in January 2010 which I had recorded. Each recorded segment has links for the associated documents that are referenced. Spend a couple of hours and walk through an explanation of the entire Franklin budget both Town and School including the debt management, stabilization funds, water and sewer operating accounts... The story is all there.

How relevant is it? Well, some of the numbers may have changed since 2010 but the funding model is still the same. The cost drivers are generally still the same. 

So step back in time to learn a whole lot that still matters today.

You can find the 2010 posting here but I have re-copied it here to make it easier for you.

Enjoy!


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Franklin held conducted a budget workshop on Monday, Jan 25, 2010.  This is the collection of live reporting and audio recordings from the workshop.


Live reporting from the workshop can be found here
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/01/live-reporting-special-meeting-budget.html

and here
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/01/live-reporting-budget-workshop.html


Parts 1 through 4 cover the Town portion of the budget with Jeff Nutting, Susan Gagner and Jim Dacey leading the discussion.

Part 1 of the workshop recording can be found here
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/01/fm-budget-workshop-12510-part-1.html

Part 2 of the workshop recording can be found here
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/02/fm-budget-workshop-part-2-12510.html

Part 3 of the workshop recording can be found here
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/02/fm-budget-workshop-part-3-12510.html 

Part 4 of the workshop recording can be found here
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/02/fm-budget-workshop-part-4-1252010.html


Parts 5 through 8 cover the Schools portion of the budget with Maureen Sabolinski, Miriam Goodman, Sally Winslow, and Beth Fitzmaurice leading the discussion.

Part 5 of the workshop recording can be found here
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/02/fm-budget-workshop-part-5-12510.html

Part 6 of the workshop recording can be found here
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/02/fm-budget-workshop-part-6-12510.html

Part 7 of the workshop recording can be found here

http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/02/fm-budget-workshop-part-7-12510.html

Part 8 of the workshop recording can be found here

http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/02/fm-budget-workshop-part-8-12510.html

In Part 9, Jeff Nutting provides some closing remarks and Bob Richer (citizen at large) provides some good feedback on the session.

The final segment, Part 9 of the workshop recording, can be found here

http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/02/fm-budget-workshop-part-9-final-12510.html

Also from Jan 2010 - The Davis Thayer scoreboard was redone by Glenn Jones

Ice Bucket Challenge comes to Franklin

"It's not typical for us, in that it's for a younger group - most of our events focus on adults," he said. "It's a unique idea - it's the end of summer, kids are going back to school, and we thought it would be a good way to get kids involved." 

Greg Sullivan, an assistant baseball coach at Boston College and a friend of Pete Frates, said his older brother, Chris, is a Franklin resident. 

"He thought it would be cool - a different dynamic and demographic to spread awareness," he said. "The Ice Bucket Challenge last August was awesome. My niece goes to the Kennedy (Elementary) School, though, and while a lot of friends thought it was hilarious (that) adults were dumping ice water on themselves, they may not have gotten the idea behind it." 

Sullivan said, in addition to the typical field day activities, there will be a station where people can take the Ice Bucket Challenge.

Continue reading the article (subscription may be required) 
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20150828/NEWS/150826232/1994/NEWS

Team Frate Train logo

Additional information on this family field day can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/08/youre-invited-to-family-field-day-with.html

"There's a lot of us. Everyone knows somebody"

"Danielle Tarino is a person in long-term recovery from alcohol and other drugs since age 19. 

Danielle graduated from Rutgers University as a member of the Rutgers Recovery House on campus with a degree in political science and psychology. Resulting from her own personal experience graduating from a supportive collegiate recovery program, 

Danielle has harnessed the opportunity to bring the lived youth recovery voice to Washington, D.C. serving as a Public Health Advisor for the federal government's Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Her opinions are her own and not endorsed by SAMHSA."

For more information about the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration visit  http://www.samhsa.gov/

Their recent newsletter featured an article on Managing Chronic Pain and Medication Misuse

S.A.F.E. Community Coalition Update

"The Board of Incorporators is actively working on a schedule for our next coalition meeting, speaking programs, our web and social media campaigns, and additional support services. This newsletter is to provide you with some updates and information to keep the conversation going."

Missin Matt walk in Milford Sept 12 The S.A.F.E. Board of Incorporators is actively working on a schedule for our next coalition meeting, upcoming speaking programs, our web and social media campaigns, and additional support services. This newsletter is to provide you with some updates and information to keep the conversation going. In the meantime, a great event coming up is the Missin Matt Walk in Milford which will take place on Saturday, September 12 at 11 am. I have registered along with my colleague Rep. John Fernandes (D - Milford) and was hoping you would join us for this important event to raise awareness. Consistent with the mission of our S.A.F.E. coalition, we will walk for a couple of miles, listen, learn and be a part of the solution to the opioid crisis plaguing our communities. It is in remembrance of Matthew A. Bertulli, who died on November 3rd, 2012 at the age of 27. His young life was abruptly ended by a heroin overdose. As Kattie Truit (Matt's mom) put it: "We walk for Matt, we walk to bring education, we walk to help stop the judgment, we walk to give hope and we walk to help. Our goal is to make a difference in our community." You can join us and register by clicking here or on the image above. Help us get a large crowd at the event and spread the word. SUPPORT SERVICES Community of HOPE (Healing ourselves, preserving each other) has begun meeting on Monday evenings at the Unitarian Universalist Church at 262 Chestnut Street in Franklin at 7 p.m. The group offers support for families struggling with addiction and recovery. Its preserves anonymity and creates a safe place for people and families in crisis.  Starting in September, the Missin Matt Foundation will host a family support group meeting every Wednesday night in the Milford Hospital. The program will feature a 12 step Big Book workshop for those suffering from addiction. Healing Hearts has begun meeting on Thursday evenings on the second floor of the Franklin YMCA at 45 Forge Hill Road in Franklin at 7 p.m. The group offers support for families struggling with addiction and recovery. Its preserves anonymity and creates a safe place" for people and families in crisis.  The newsletter was shortened to publish here. You can read the full newsletter by following this link --> View this email in your browser

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 8/28/15 - THU 9/3/15

FRIDAY 8/28/15
10:30am   Pony Rides at Franklin Public Library
12-6pm   Franklin Farmers Market at The Town Common
7pm   Movie Night at Beaver Pond (Toy Story) with games and Small Shop Co-Op Market Place
8-9:50pm   Frozen Friday DJ Public Skate at Pirelli Arena
9pm   Comedy Night at “3”

SATURDAY 8/29/15
10am-2pm   FSPA Back to School Open House

SUNDAY 8/30/15
11am-1pm   Family Field Day for Team Frate Train (grades K-5) at King Street Memorial Park

TUESDAY 9/1/15
7pm   Franklin Garden Club Meeting at Franklin Senior Center - new members welcome

WEDNESDAY 9/2/15
6:30pm   Franklin Art Association Meeting at Franklin Senior Center - new members welcome

THURSDAY 9/3/15
8:30am   Franklin Downtown Partnership Meeting at Dean College - public welcome
10am-8pm   FSPA Back to School Open House

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

"Why do you feel the need to change who you are on a Friday and Saturday night?"

"Chris Herren is man in long-term recovery from alcohol and other drugs since August of 2008. 

Chris was a high school basketball legend from Fall River, Massachusetts, who realized his lifelong dream of playing in the NBA when he was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 1999 and then was traded to his hometown team, the Boston Celtics in 2000. 

Chris struggled with substance use for much of his basketball career, but now in recovery has courageously chosen to share his harrowing story of addiction and recovery."

for more visit Facing Addition

Franklin Family Movie Night - Woody and Buzz arrive at 7:00 - movie starts after sunset

After being rescheduled last week due to the bad weather, the good weather seems to be coming around for a good family movie night at Beaver Pond.


Via Tracie's Facebook posting:

Woody and Buzz in the original Toy Story

Bring your whole family and enjoy watching Toy Story on the big screen in a classic Franklin setting - Beaver Pond! 

The movie itself will start at dusk, but WOODY AND BUZZ ARRIVE AT 7:00!

Kids will get an opportunity to meet and play games with both characters. 

In addition to the characters arriving early, a whole host of local small businesses will be represented at booths offering treats, fun toys, and other retail offerings! The marketplace opens at 6:30. 

 the marketplace opens at 6:30, Woody and Buzz arrive at 7:00 PM

Franklin Family Movie Night

August 28

Beaver Pond in Franklin, Massachusetts

Back to school special - kids eat free next week!

Note - the dates shown below were update to be Monday, Aug 31 through Friday, Sep 4th

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Facing Addiction: "When there is hope in the mix, anything is possible!"

Steven Tyler will not only be joining us on stage to perform at the historic rally on October 4th, but he has graciously allowed UNITE to Face Addiction to use the iconic song "Dream On" in a new event trailer released today.   We are just over a month away from the rally and it is time for all of us to begin to "Dream On" about what it will feel like to stand shoulder to shoulder with tens of thousands of people on the National Mall in Washington, DC to finally address the most pressing health crisis of our time.

Updated: Who are the candidates for Nov 3?

Franklin will have some choices to make for key positions. One more candidate has taken out papers since the last posting.

The updated listing of candidates as of Wednesday, August 26 is shown below. 

11 of these have returned their papers and 8 of the 11 have had their papers certified at this time. There is still time to take out papers, the ballot won't get finalized until the end of September. The full election calendar is linked to below.

POSITION	NAME	Total
Assessor	Donna Greenwood
	W.Kenneth  Norman
Assessor Total		2
Bd. Of Health	Donald G. Ranieri, Jr.
	Gail P. Chirdon
	Philip M. Brunelli
	Tara E. Gurge
Bd. Of Health Total		4
Constable	Daniel J. McCahill
	John S. Power
	Philip M. Brunelli
Constable Total		3
Planning Bd	Gregory Giardino
	Gregory T. Rondeau
	John F. Carroll
	Mikel G. DeFrancesco
	William D. David
Planning Bd Total		5
School Com.	Anne K. Bergen
	Cynthia J. Douglas
	Denise L. Schultz
	John S. Jewell, PHD
	Kenneth B. Hiscoe, III
	Kevin P. O'Malley
	Mary Jane Scofield
	Rita M. Graci
	Trevor A. Clement
	Vanessa A. Bilello
School Com. Total		10
Town Clerk	Diane M. Padula-O'Neill
	Elizabeth F. Simon
	Paul J. Cheli
	Teresa M. Burr
Town Clerk Total		4
Town Council	Andrew M. Bissanti
	Brett S. Feldman
	Deborah L. Pellegri
	Glenn F. Jones
	James D. Schultz, Jr.
	James V. Gianotti, Jr.
	Judith Pond Pfeffer
	Matthew T. Kelly
	Peter E. Padula
	Richard W. Power, Sr.
	Robert D. Dellorco
	Robert R. Vallee
	Sean P. Slater
	Thomas D. Mercer
Town Council Total		14
Grand Total		42

Franklin Town Common

What does the calendar for the run up to Nov 3 look like?
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/07/calendar-for-biennial-town-election.html

Franklin Library: Pony Rides, Aug 28 - 10:30 AM

Time for a pony ride. At 10:30 AM on Friday, Aug 28, the experienced staff at Ridge Valley Stables will be offering pony rides at the Franklin Library.

This is another in the series of summer events sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin Library

Pony rides at Franklin Library, Aug 28th 10:30 AM

This was shared from the Franklin Library page
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2015/08/pony-rides-at-library.html