Reminder: Miniature Metal Artwork Exhibit opens Oct 2

A very special exhibit will open October 2nd at the Franklin Historical Museum. A personal collection of miniature metal artwork, hand crafted by Franklin born Abraham Megerdichian will be on display for the month of October. Megerdichian’s son Robert will open the exhibit with a presentation and talk about the history of his father’s work.

A selection of about 20 tiny recreations of everyday objects, made from brass, aluminum, stainless-steel and copper will be on display. A sampling of items for this exhibit include: a brass Asphalt Roller, a copper and steel Cannon with Cannonballs, an aluminum Inkwell with Feather Pen, a Flexible Flyer Sled and tiny brass Roller Skates.

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In his life time, the elder Megerdichian, a machinist by trade, made over 300 miniatures for family and friends as gifts for holidays and special occasions. Just a hobby to him at the time, his work is now being recognized as the intricate creative artwork that it is. It’s a labor of love by his son Robert to bring his father’s work out of storage and into the public eye.

Various pieces are currently being exhibited at The Attleboro Area Museum of Industry, The Science Museum in Boston, The Lynn Museum, the Providence Children’s Museum, and soon at Connecticut’s New Britain Industrial Museum. Robert approached the Franklin Historical Museum because of his father’s connection to Franklin.

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Abraham was born in Franklin in 1923 to Armenian Immigrants, but the family later moved to Cambridge where he was raised. The family kept close ties to Franklin and Abraham helped build Camp Haiastan, the Armenian Youth Federation (AYF) Camp on Summer Street.

Robert Megerdichian’s presentation will cover his father’s craft, his artwork, his love of family, as well as an interesting history and anecdotal stories of Franklin’s Armenian Community.

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Join us for this very special event, 1:30PM, Sunday afternoon, October 2nd, 80 West Central Street, Franklin. 

Visit us on our Facebook page and our webpage franklinhistoricalmuseum.com. Admission is always free and the museum is wheelchair accessible.

FHS girls soccer post win, boys soccer and field hockey tie

From Hockomock Sports we share the results from the FHS fall sports action on Wednesday, Sep 28

*** Boys Soccer = Attleboro, 1 @ Franklin, 1 – Final 

– Ahijah Joseph gave Attleboro the lead with an 18th minute goal, an advantage the Bombardiers took into the halftime break. Franklin senior Hatim Brahimi found the equalizer in the 69th minute to level the scoring.

*** Girls Soccer = Franklin, 3 @ Attleboro, 0 – Final 

– Miranda Smith scored twice and assisted on the third goal for the Panthers. Jess Kroushl added a goal and an assist and Emily Mastaj had an assist for Franklin.

*** Field hockey = King Philip, 1 @ Franklin, 1 – Final 

– Recap from the game linked to below.

For all the results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/wednedays-schedule-scoreboard-092816/

(Jaron May/HockomockSports.com)

"On a cold, rainy afternoon at the Beaver Street turf, Franklin and King Phillip battled hard for 60 minutes and finished level with a 1-1 tie. 

The two teams, who were both ranked in HockomockSports.com’s latest Hock 5 rankings, with Franklin at #1 and KP at #3, came into the game unbeaten in Hockomock League play. 

Early on, Franklin took control with two shots in the first three minutes, but sound defense from KP prevented the Panthers from scoring."

Continue reading the full article online:
https://hockomocksports.com/king-philip-franklin-settle-tie-kelley-rex-showdown/

In the News: elementary school improvement plans, silhouette artist scheduled for Oct 10

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"The town's elementary schools put forward their school improvement plans this week. 

The principals, speaking before the School Committee Tuesday night, noted that while the plans largely hewed to the overall district plan, each was tailored to apply to the individual school. 

They told the committee that there were numerous common themes between the plans, including a focus on social-emotional learning; the development of a school culture; the use of best practices for homework and instructional strategies; and an emphasis on two-way communication with the community. Each school, though, pursues those elements in different ways."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160928/franklin-elementary-schools-present-improvement-plans

Links to the individual school improvement plans are posted here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/09/franklin-ma-school-committee-agenda-sep.html

Parmenter School has their curriculum night scheduled for 9/29 

"Keith Donaldson, a silhouette artist at Walt Disney World, will make silhouettes from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 15 at the Franklin Art Center, 391 E. Central St. 

The silhouettes take two to three minutes to complete. Participants will receive a copy from the right and left, and frames will be available to purchase. 

To make a reservation: 508-887-2797; FranklinArtCenter@gmail.com. 

For more information: ICutYouOut.com.

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160928/franklin-art-center-to-host-silhouette-artist

http://www.silhouettesinasnap.com/

Tri-County to host Showcase Spectacular on Saturday, October 1

Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School will host its 2016 Showcase Spectacular on Saturday, October 1, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. All members of the community are invited to attend this free event.

Each of the school’s 16 Career Programs will provide unique activities and games for the whole family. Attendees will have the opportunity to operate robots and view a 3D printing demonstration in Engineering Technology. The Graphic Communications program will demonstrate the screen printing process on the same machines used by industry professionals.

After working up an appetite, visitors can stop into the cafeteria to enjoy a delicious meal made by Culinary Arts. Students will be serving hot dogs, hamburgers, chicken, cookies, brownies, and more.

The goal of the Showcase Spectacular is to offer the community an opportunity to learn more about their local vocational technical school in a fun and interactive setting.

“Our second annual Showcase Spectacular gives the community an opportunity to view firsthand what makes Career Vocational Technical Education so popular with students, employers and political leaders,” explained Superintendent-Director Stephen F. Dockray.

Campus maps and tour booklets will be provided to those who would like to learn more about the school.

Culinary Arts students have prepared a barbecue menu for their 2016 Showcase Spectacular

Tri-County RVTHS, located at 147 Pond Street in Franklin, is a recipient of the High Schools That Work Gold Achievement Award and serves the communities of Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleborough, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham.

FHS volleyball and golf teams post wins on Tuesday

From Hockomock Sports we share the results from the FHS fall sports action on Tuesday, Sep 27

*** Volleyball = Franklin, 3 @ Brockton, 0 – Final 

FHS Panthers

– The Panthers used dominant net performances from Maggie Doyle and Meaghan Maguire to sweep the Boxers. Lauren Lockhart chipped in with 10 kills for the Panthers while Erin Skidmore had 14 digs, nine kills and an ace and Riley Marino had 10 digs and two aces.

*** Golf = Franklin, 159 @ Taunton, 189 – Final 

– Bryan Woelfel’s low-round of 35 earned match medalist to lead the Panthers to a win on the road. Matt D’Errico added a 40 and Eric Civetti shot a 41 for the Panthers. Justin Proto led Taunton with a 39 and Mike Volkmann carded a round of 41.

*** Boys cross country = Franklin, 39 @ Mansfield, 18 – Final 

– Mansfield grabbed the top four finishes and six of the top 10 to get the win. Kalin Petrov won the race in 17:29, with teammates Nick Rispoli (17:44), Collin Rice (17:50) and Patrick Heavey (17:56) finished second, third and fourth respectively. Franklin’s Everett Henderson (18:00), Mike Hagen (18:05) and Mitchell Regan (18:05) finished fifth, sixth and seventh respectively.

*** Girls cross country = Franklin, 18 @ Mansfield, 45 – Final 

– Franklin junior Nicole Clermont won her third straight league meet, clocking in at 20:29. Katherine Hartnett finished second at 21:08 and Ella Gutkowski was third for the Panthers, fourth overall, in 22:14.

For all the results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/tuesdays-schedule-scoreboard-092716/

Fall Open Houses at FSPA - Oct 4 and Oct 12

Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) will hold Fall Open Houses for prospective students and families on Tuesday, October 4 from 4-8 p.m. and Wednesday, October 12 from 10-4 at 38 Main Street in downtown Franklin. The community is invited to tour the facilities, speak with faculty and staff, and learn more about FSPA programs in music, dance, and drama. Prospective students are also encouraged to try a complimentary class.

Founded in 1985 by Director Raye Lynn Mercer, FSPA has been dedicated to the enjoyment of the arts for all ages and to the artistic growth and development of young people. The school provides an extraordinary faculty of artist-teachers and a nurturing environment where students grow skills for the stage and for life. FSPA offers extensive classes in all dance disciplines, acting, musical theater, voice, and instrumental instruction, whether for recreational enjoyment or serious study. FSPA is also home to the Little Music School, an innovative program that teaches children as young as 18 months to play the piano.

A year-round calendar of performing opportunities features musicals, plays, voice and instrumental recitals, opera scenes, chamber ensembles, acoustic coffee houses, musical theater showcases, summer theater productions, ballet and dance company performances, and the school’s signature Spring Concert. THE BLACK BOX, the home of the Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC), is located just behind the school and provides a professional venue for FSPA student productions. Many FSPA students also participate, by audition, in FPAC’s annual season of shows.

THE BLACK BOX, the home of the Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC)

Registration is ongoing. Beginners are welcome and encouraged. For more information, including fall class schedule and catalogue, call (508) 528-8668 or visit online at www.FSPAonline.com.

In the News: workshop on superintendent search scheduled, Pour for Paws wine tasting, audition for Rising Stars

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"The School Committee heard an update Tuesday night on efforts to hire a new superintendent. 

The school district has officially entered into a contract with ECRA - part of the executive search firm Hazard, Young, Attea and Associates. The committee had chosen the firm at a meeting earlier in September. 

Committee Chairman Kevin O'Malley said it appeared the firm had made the district a priority. 

"They consider us a significant district," he said, noting that the firm believes doing well in Franklin will encourage other districts to consider it for their searches. "I think we have a good thing going with them."

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160927/franklin-district-hires-superintendent-search-firm

screen grab of the presentation on Lifelong Learning and the high school experience to the School Committee on Tuesday

"The Purr-fect Cat Shelter will hold the Pour for Paws Wine Tasting Fundraiser from 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 23 at Pour Richard’s Wine & Spirits, 14 Grove St., Franklin. 

Wine sampling provided by Pour Richard’s will be available, as well as raffle items. Pour Richard’s Wine & Spirits will donate 20 percent of the sales during the event to the Purr-fect Cat Shelter. Tickets cost $10 per person. 

Pour for Paws is also the last chance to enter into its Massachusetts State Lottery scratch ticket raffle. Participants can enter to win 50 of the $5 lottery scratch tickets. 

To purchase tickets for the event, or to enter the lottery raffle: 508-533-5855; purrfectcatshelter@yahoo.com. Tickets are also available at the door."

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160927/purr-fect-cat-shelter-to-hold-pour-for-paws-wine-tasting

"Franklin Performing Arts Company will hold open auditions for the second Rising Stars Cabaret on Oct. 8 at The Black Box, 15 W. Central St., Franklin.  Auditions will begin at 1 p.m. for ages 6-8; 1:30 p.m. for ages 9-10; 2 p.m. for ages 11-12; and 2:30 p.m. for teens.

Students must be 6 or older on the audition date to participate. 

Rising Stars will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 11 as part of the venue’s Black Box Cabaret series."

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160927/franklin-performing-arts-company-to-hold-auditions-for-cabaret