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"Hockomock Area YMCA will hold a diabetes prevention class at 12:30 p.m. Mondays beginning Oct. 3, and 6 p.m. Wednesdays beginning Oct. 5 at Hockomock Area YMCA Bernon Family Branch, 45 Forge Hill Road, Franklin.
With millions of Americans at risk for prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes, the Hockomock Area YMCA and Sturdy Memorial Hospital urge residents of their communities to learn their risk and take action to prevent the disease. Currently, diabetes affects nearly 29 million people; another 86 million Americans have prediabetes, yet only about 10 percent are aware of it.
To learn more about the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program: 508-772-1310; phl@hockymca.org.
"The Franklin Performing Arts Company will hold open auditions for several fall and holiday productions featured as part of the company’s 26th season. FPAC will present “Fiddler on the Roof,” Neil Simon’s “The Odd Couple,” Tchaikovsky’s ballet “The Nutcracker,” the musical “Humbug!” and an original American panto with a twist on a fairy tale classic."
"Dean College will welcome in its largest enrollment in the past 25 years — and, possibly, its history — when it resumes classes Tuesday.
The college will likely enroll 1,150 to 1,200 students in this, its 151st year.
College spokesman Gregg Chalk said the college is excited to see so many students, the bulk of whom will be moving in on Monday.
"We do have some students who arrived early, like our football and soccer teams and student government," he said. "Probably 30 percent of the students are on campus, with the remaining 70 percent moving in on Monday."
The Dean 5K held earlier in 2016 |
"Watch the final part of our Facing Addiction Across America docuseries with Ryan Hampton and Garrett Hade. Here, the duo completes their road trip from Los Angeles to Philadelphia for the Democratic National Convention. They reflect on the people they’ve met and stories they’ve heard along their trip.
People in recovery are everywhere. We are your brothers, your fathers, your mothers and sons, your sisters and daughters. We are your CEOs, we are your employees, your neighbors and your delegates to National Politics Conventions. While this road trip may be over, the journey is just beginning.
How can you help? Visit our Rally.org page and donate to support the implementation of Facing Addiction’s Action Agenda for real solutions to the addiction crisis in the US. https://rally.org/addictionxamerica"
S.A.F.E. is a coalition of community partners who have come together to provide support, education, treatment options, and coping mechanisms for those affected by substance abuse disorder. |
Temple Etz Chaim |
"Work on a Franklin Senior Center renovation has progressed in recent months, with local officials hoping to wrap the project in the fall.
Senior Center Director Karen Alves said the effort - aimed at finishing the building's second floor - had been moving along well. Work had, she said, closed off one wing of the building at one point, leading to several programs being moved off-site, but that's eased of late.
"We've gotten a couple of rooms back on the first floor," she said. "Our computer room is now open, as is our multipurpose room, but they've closed down part of our other multipurpose room."
Alves said the end of the project may be as soon as late October but, given the fluidity of the work, no firm date had been set. All the same, the center will be celebrating once it is done."
Senior Center with the parking lot expansion being worked on as well |
"The Stony Brook Camera Club is kicking off another year of weekly meetings on Thursday, Sept. 1. The club recently moved from Wrentham to a larger facility in Franklin and is accepting new members.
The club is in its 47th year and is one of the oldest and largest clubs in New England, drawing members from Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island.
The goal of the club is to promote enjoyment and proficiency in all aspects of photography through education, by mutual exchange of knowledge and experience, and by promoting a broad appreciation of the natural environment. Camera knowledge and ability ranges from beginner to professional, so no one should feel intimidated."
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image from Franklin Liquors Labor Day Sale Newsletter |
"A group of volunteers is looking to raise awareness of and help protect the Charles River Meadowlands, which are several pieces of property owned by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers that border the river in multiple places.
The group is scheduled to hold a workshop on the topic on Sept. 27, at 6 p.m. at Franklin's First Universalist Society on Chestnut Street.
Alan Earles, who is helping to lead the local effort, said the land is used to help manage the Charles River.
"About 40 years ago, the Army Corps of Engineers was trying to solve the problem of flooding along the Charles River," he said. "The traditional way to do that was by using dams but, when the '70s came along, they decided to look at alternatives."
"Berry Insurance in Franklin has earned a 2016 Safeco Insurance Make More Happen Award for its community work with Boston Children’s Hospital.
The award includes a $4,000 donation to Boston Children’s Hospital from Safeco Insurance. Berry Insurance agent Amanda Spittell, and Boston Children’s Hospital also had a story featured on Safeco.com, which awarded the hospital an additional $1,000. For the hospital to win the extra money, at least 50 different individuals had to leave a virtual “cheer” on the Safeco.com story."
"The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School started its 2016-2017 year this week, using several methods — including a visit from dogs — to smooth the back-to-school process.
The school resumed session on Tuesday, said spokeswoman Joanne Basile, with a visit from three "Pawsitive Touch Therapy" dogs — a way to calm those who might feel anxious about the new year.
"We had a few service dogs on hand to help ease the transition," she said, adding that they were well received."
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter School |
"Watch Part 5 of our Facing Addiction Across America docuseries with Ryan Hampton & Garrett Hade. Here, they meet both inmates and key leaders at the Chesterfield Correctional Facility in Chesterfield, VA. Hear their stories and their song.
How can you help? Visit our Rally.org page and donate to support the implementation of Facing Addiction’s Action Agenda for real solutions to the addiction crisis in the US. https://rally.org/addictionxamerica"
"Watch Part 6 of our Facing Addiction Across America docuseries with Ryan Hampton and Garrett Hade. Here, the duo continue their road trip by visiting their friend Greg's resting place in Texas. Greg was one of their four friends that died in the span of 6 months.
It can be easy to hear the statistics and forget that they represent someone’s sibling, best friend or parent. Watch and listen to more stories of friends and family affected by the addiction epidemic.
How can you help? Visit our Rally.org page and donate to support the implementation of Facing Addiction’s Action Agenda for real solutions to the addiction crisis in the US. https://rally.org/addictionxamerica
S.A.F.E. is a coalition of community partners who have come together to provide support, education, treatment options, and coping mechanisms for those affected by substance abuse disorder. |
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