Thursday, August 18, 2016

Mr Vinny's Shadow Puppet - Puppet Show comes to the Library

Mr Vinny's Shadow Puppet Puppet Show comes to the Franklin Public Library on Friday, August 19 at 1:00 PM.

The puppet show is best for kids from 3 - 9 years old.


Note: the Library is operating from its temporary location at 25 Kenwood Circle while construction and renovation work is done on the main building downtown.
Mr Vinny's Shadow Puppet - Puppet Show comes to the Library
Mr Vinny's Shadow Puppet - Puppet Show comes to the Library

This was shared from the official Town of Franklin webpage
http://franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_News/I02471121

Mr Vinny was also scheduled to appear here in June.
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/06/mr-vinnys-shadow-puppet-puppet-show.html

In the News: site plan process changed, appraisal day scheduled

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
"The town has approved new rules that allow for less paperwork for certain building renovations and alterations. 
The Town Council recently gave its final, unanimous approval to a zoning bylaw amendment that would allow for limited - instead of full - site plans for some of those projects, should they meet certain criteria. 
Since full site plans are costly - owing to engineering work and the need to notify neighbors - town officials said they may dissuade building owners from improving their properties. It's hoped the change will improve that situation."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160817/franklin-approves-limited-site-plan-process

Additional information from the most recent Town Council meeting (8/10/16) can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/08/town-council-actions-taken-august-10.html

word on the street says the development of the Ficco's and Keagan space was waiting on this change
word on the street says the development of the Ficco's and Keagan space was waiting on this change

"The Franklin Historical Museum, 80 W. Central St., will hold Appraisal Day from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 16. 
Antiques will be appraised by certified appraiser Nancy Wyman, of Coyles Auction Gallery of Bellingham. Guests are allowed a maximum of three items to be appraised at a rate of $5 each."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160817/franklin-historical-museum-to-hold-appraisal-day


Wednesday, August 17, 2016

What Has The Franklin Downtown Partnership Been Doing For 15 Years?

You've visited, walked by or driven past these places and things for years, yet have you ever stopped to think how they came to be? 

Here are some of the projects and events the Franklin Downtown Partnership has created or been involved with since 2001:



1 - The multi-year $7.25 million Streetscape Improvement Project 
2 - The Franklin Commons Development



3 - The Cake Bar patio on East Central Street
4 - The Summer Street patio area and green space
5 - The green space sitting area on West Central Street


6 - The design of the green space in front of the Historical Museum
7 - The bronze statue of the straw hat boy in front of the Historical Museum


8 - The park benches in downtown
9 - The downtown changeable gateway signs


10 - The new trash and recycling barrels
11 - The downtown holiday decorations and lights 
12 - Beautification and flowers throughout the downtown


13 - The launch and early management of the Farmers’ Market
14 - The Food Elves “12 Days of Donating” campaign
15 - The Franklin downtown map and brochure
16 - Emmons Street development property
17 - The 150 Emmons Street green space and Horace Mann Statue 
18 - Franklin High School scholarships
19 - On-going Economic Development 
20 - The Annual Strawberry Stroll



21 - The Annual October Stroll


22 - The Annual Holiday Stroll and Tree Lighting
23 - Progressive Dinner and Third Thursday Events
24 - On-going community outreach and business support

25 - Won’t you join us this year for our next exciting downtown project?



  • This was shared from the Franklin Downtown Partnership webpage

http://www.franklindowntownpartnership.org/2016/08/what-has-fdp-been-doing-for-15-years.html

Note the last day to register to vote has CHANGED

Last day to register to vote or change party affiliation, for the State Primary is now Friday August 19. The Town Clerk's office will be open until 5:00pm. 

Last day to register to vote or change party affiliation, State Election is Wednesday, October 19 till 8:00pm in The Town Clerk’s Office

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State Primary = Thursday, September 8, 2016

State Election = Tuesday, November 8, 2016

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All Franklin precincts vote in one place

  • Franklin High School, Oak Street, 6:00am – 8:00pm

election booths at FHS will be ready for the State Primary on Thursday, Sep 8, 2016
election booths at FHS will be ready for the State Primary on Thursday, Sep 8, 2016


The updated notice from the Secretary of the Commonwealth can be found here
http://franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_News/02499CB5-000F8513

This was shared from the official Town of Franklin webpage
http://franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_News/02499CF2-000F8513

Updated Absentee Ballot info
http://franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_News/02499CE0-000F8513

Last "Concert on the Common" for this summer

6:00 pm – 6::30pm -> Children's Program


  • Elaine Kessler - Story Teller



6:30pm – 8:30pm


  • Matt Zajak and Partner



last concert on the common for this summer, Aug 17
last concert on the common for this summer, Aug 17

LET'S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin returns on Wednesday, September 7th!

Experience the health benefits of joyful laughter on Wednesday, September 7th (and every first Wednesday of the month) from 7:30pm to 8:30pm at the Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin. 


Life is better when you're laughing
Life is better when you're laughing
Laughter Yoga is a unique and playful practice that does not rely on humor, jokes or comedy. Laughter Yoga will have you smiling frequently and laughing heartily. Learn simple exercises to help you lighten up about life and bring more laughter into it! 

Laughing strengthens the immune system and helps with stress, depression and anxiety. There are no fancy postures and is appropriate for all ages and all physical levels. You can sit or stand. New laughers are always welcomed! 

$5 donation to the church, $10 maximum per family. Please bring your water bottle because laughing can be dehydrating. Led by Certified Laughter Yoga Teachers, Linda and Bill Hamaker. 

If you have any questions, just call them at 508-660-2223 or e-mail billandlinda@letslaughtoday.com

See more information and other opportunities to laugh at www.letslaughtoday.com.


Blackstone Heritage Corridor - Strategic Plan Now Available for Public Comment




BHC's Strategic Plan Now Available for Public Comment

Blackstone Heritage Corridor, Inc. (BHC) has developed a ten-year strategic plan and is inviting the public to review and comment on it. To develop the Plan, subcommittees of the BHC Board of Directors were formed to lead the work in specific areas of the BHC mission:  Environment, Historical & Cultural Resources, and Economic Development & Community Revitalization.  Nearly 50 people participated on those subcommittees, representing Board of Director members, partners, residents, businesses, corporations, municipalities, nonprofits, state agencies and federal agencies.  Participants applied their extensive knowledge base to contemplate challenges and opportunities that BHC and the National Heritage Corridor are likely to face during the ten-year period of the plan.  Each subcommittee gave birth to an overall vision for the resource category and developed a list of strategies that would achieve their vision. Those visions and strategies were then compiled into this strategic plan.

To review the strategic plan, click here. Comments should be directed to Charlene Perkins Cutler by email at CCutler@BlackstoneHeritageCorridor.org and should be sent by September 1, 2016. 
Volunteer Show & Tell










Are you interested in volunteering in your community? Have you been looking for an opportunity to get connected to the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor? We would love to show you how through the Volunteers-in-Parks program. Join us  for a Volunteer Open House. RSVP to Suzanne Buchanan at volunteer@BlackstoneHeritageCorridor.org or call (508 ) 234-4242.

When: Monday, September 10, 2016 from 6:30-8 p.m.
Where: 670 Linwood Avenue, Whitinsville, MA 01588

Get ready to GO! Explore in September

Enjoy the rest of summer but know that the best is yet to come! BHC is proud to bring GO! back for another exciting September, featuring 75 different experiences throughout the National Heritage Corridor. This year's program features new events, offering at least one adventure in each of the 25 National Heritage Corridor communities.

The program begins on  Thursday, September 1st at 1:30 p.m. with a kickoff celebration at BHC headquarters at 670 Linwood Avenue, Whitinsville, MA, and includes a tour of the historic Linwood Mill. Immediately after the building tour, enjoy a Ranger Walking Tour of the historic village of Whitinsville, beginning at 3:00 p.m.

For a full copy of the GO! program, click HERE, or pick up a brochure at any of the BHC's Visitor Centers, at one of the brochure kiosks throughout the National Heritage Corridor or at the BHC office at 670 Linwood Avenue, Whitinsville, MA. Follow Blackstone Heritage Corridor, Inc. on Facebook for news and updates on GO! and more.

NOTE: A reminder to GO! experience leaders: there is a volunteer training meeting on Wednesday, August 17 at 6:30 p.m. at BHC headquarters at 670 Linwood Avenue, Whitinsville, MA. Please come to pick up your 2016 t-shirt and signs.

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