Franklin Cub Scout Recruitment Day! This SUNDAY - Oct 23

Franklin Cub Scout Recruitment Day! This SUNDAY!

• When: Sunday, October 23rd 12 Noon to 2:00 PM
• Where: Beaver Pond - Beaver Street
• Who: All Boys in Kindergarten - Fifth Grade

Are you interested in Cub Scouts for your son? It's never too late to sign up! Join us at Beaver Pond on Sunday October 23rd from 12pm-2pm to learn more about scouting. There will be fun scouting activities (pinewood derby test track, rubber band target practice) and local pack leaders will be available to answer questions.

Hope to see you there!

Franklin Cub Scout Recruitment Day! This SUNDAY - Oct 23

The Daigles play a "Peter, Paul and Mary Tribute" - Oct 22

The Daigles play a "Peter, Paul and Mary Tribute"

​​Andy and Judy Daigle have performed in New England since 2009, and with their son Greg have been well-received with their tribute to Peter, Paul and Mary.

 The Daigles play a "Peter, Paul and Mary Tribute" - Oct 22

Where
This is a non-profit, volunteer-run series of music events at the Original Congregational Church, Wrentham, Massachusetts

When
Staturday, Oct 22
Doors: 7:00 pm / Show: 7:30 pm

More info on the OCC webpage  
http://www.musicatocc.org/upcoming-shows.html

In the News: drought continues, craft brewing in Hopkinton

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

"Occasional showers with above normal temperatures in the past week did not help drought conditions in Massachusetts, according to the weekly report by the U.S. Drought Monitor released Thursday. 

The report shows 37.83 percent of the state is still in extreme drought, the second highest category of drought. That figure is unchanged from last week. More than 87 percent of the state is in at least severe drought, a slight rise from last week's figure of 83.7 percent. 

There may be some relief in the next several days. Rain is forecast Thursday night through Saturday morning. More than two inches of rain could fall in some areas, especially with the risk of thunderstorms Friday night."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20161020/extreme-drought-persists-in-mass

http://droughtmonitor.unl.edu/mapsanddata/maparchive.aspx

A small craft brewery, hoping to open at Water Fresh Farm, is seeking permission to serve its products to customers on the premises. 

Start Line Brewery is set to open mid-November, said Edwin Twinney, owner and operating manager. 

"We are just doing final testing and hope to be brewing soon," he said. 

In the meantime, the company, CraftLife Brewing Co., will go before selectmen Tuesday night to seek the farmer-brewing pouring permit. Twinney said he already has a license to sell products for off-premise consumption.

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20161020/hopkinton-start-line-brewing-seeks-pouring-license

Previews of the new Town of Franklin webpage

What will the new Town of Franklin website look like? Deputy Town Administrator Jamie Hellen provided several screenshots (shown below) and a list of the features as a result of the upgrade:

• There will be email subscription pages for Town Council agendas and roll calls, all legal notices and public hearings, and job postings. Anyone can subscribe to email lists to get notices on those topics and more
• A new GIS and Maps page focusing on the wealth of GIS services the town has, and some fun maps to browse
• A new Franklin Development site filled with information and available sites for commercial development, as well as a wealth of town demographic information
• A new 'one stop shop' for all social media accounts for the town and school departments and organizations
• Revamped calendar with auto downloads to smartphone calendars and RSS feeds
• A new Town Council page, with member profiles and subcommittee information
• A "Meet Me in Franklin" page that highlights some of the unique places of interest for residents and visitors of Franklin
• Town Blog for the most up to date news
• An ever changing rotation of pictures of Franklin throughout the site
• Enhanced search capabilities
• Customer service request forms
• And much more ...

Instead of using Franklin.MA.US you can now go to FranklinMA.GOV

new Town of Franklin home page

new Town of Franklin - Town Administrator page

new Town of Franklin - calendar page

new Town of Franklin - Town Clerk page

new Town of Franklin - online payments page

new Town of Franklin - social media accounts page. Want to follow the Twitter account or Facebook page?

To repeat what was mentioned in the post earlier this week
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/10/overhauled-in-effort-to-make-it-more.html

One of the drawbacks of the new site will be the links from here to the Franklin website will break. There is supposed to be a landing page for those who find a broken link with advice for what to do next. As most of the content did get copied over to the new site, a search of the new site should find it.

If what you look for you find here and don't successfully link to there, let me know. There are thousands of possible links to fix and I will do them upon request.

I had a habit of making my own copy of most documents to always provide a good link for readers. This was especially the case for something posted to the 'Franklin News" page which was cleaned out periodically (and broke all the links as soon as the cleaning took place).

While there are thousands of links that could break, I hope that you won't find too many. If you do, please comment on that posting or send me an email (shersteve @ gmail. dot com), and I'll find the doc and fix the link.

Lori Diamond and Fred Abatelli at 2016 Franklin Cultural Festival (video)

Turning back time (or #TBT) to that Saturday in July when THE BLACK BOX had two stages going for a full day of musical performances.

Here is a sample of the performance by Lori Diamond and Fred Abatelli at THE BLACK BOX under the tent on the outdoor stage presented by the Circle of Friends Coffeehouse.




For more about Lori Diamond and Fred Abatelli visit http://loridiamond.net/

 

Lori Diamond - Fred Abatelli performing (photo by Jake Jacobson)

FHS has a good day against Taunton with 4 wins and a tie

From Hockomock Sports we share the FHS fall sports results from Wednesday, Oct 19

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

– Farley Asmath opened the scoring in the 39th minute off a feed from freshman Sam Stowell to put Franklin up 1-0 but Taunton’s Daeshawn Duffie answered a minute later to level the match just before half.

A full recap of the game by student reporter Joe Clark can be found here
https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-taunton-trade-first-half-goals-draw/

*** Girls Soccer = Franklin, 2 @ Taunton, 0 – Final

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

– Erin Skidmore led the Panthers with 10 kills, eight digs and two aces while Maddie Kuzio added 19 digs, two aces and a kill and Meaghan Maguire finished with four kills and three blocks.

*** Field Hockey = Taunton, 0 @ Franklin, 5 

FHS Panthers

– Final – Franklin senior Nicole Denommee scored her first varsity goal on the while Annie Walsh, Alex Sullivan, Cassi Ronan and Caroline Lounsbury each scored once. Senior Samantha Hertzberg got the shutout in goal making three saves.

*** Golf = Taunton, 166 @ Franklin, 164 – Final 

– Matt D’Errico led Franklin with a 38 while Bryan Woelfel carded a 39 for the Panthers. Taunton’s Mike Volkmann and Justin Proto shared match medalist honors, shooting 36 on the day.



For all the results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-101916/

A new edition of The Franklin Connection is available

A new edition of The Franklin Connection has been published on the Town of Franklin web site.

Click the link below to read the latest edition.

http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_Senior/nov16connection.pdf

Franklin Senior Center - Memory Cafe Thursday, Oct 20

Patriots Night at Remington Middle School - Oct 21

If you're excited that Brady's back on the field, you'll be even more excited to try on the 4 Patriots Super Bowl Rings! 

Featuring Pat Patriot and 2 Patriots Cheerleaders! An awesome night of photos, food, activities, silent auction items (featuring an autographed Bill Belichick football) and raffles items. 

Friday, October 21st from 5:30pm - 8:30pm at Remington Middle School in Franklin MA.

Patriots Night at Remington Middle School - Oct 21

LET'S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin is on Wednesday, November, 2nd!

Trade all your Election Day stress and upcoming holiday stress for laughter on Wednesday, November 2nd from 7:30pm to 8:30pm (and every first Wednesday of the month) at the Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin. 

Come and enjoy this unique exercise of guided laughter exercises combined with gentle breathing that brings more oxygen to the body's cells. This oxygen boost gives enhanced vitality, energy and a feeling of real well-being. Any age and any level of physical ability can participate in this uplifting experience! 

New laughers are always welcomed! $5 donation to the church, $10 maximum per family. Please bring your water bottle because laughing is dehydrating. 

Led by Certified Laughter Yoga Teachers, Linda and Bill Hamaker. www.letslaughtoday.com. If you have any questions, just call them at 508-660-2223 or e-mail billandlinda@letslaughtoday.com.

In the News: candidate visits AP class

"Republican congressional candidate David Rosa touched on several topics - including the Syrian refugee crisis, presidential nominee Donald Trump and Joseph Kennedy III, his opponent - during a question-and-answer session with Franklin High School students Wednesday. 

Rosa, running to represent the state's Fourth District, spoke to a gathering of students from the U.S. National Government and Politics AP course in the school's lecture hall."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20161019/us-rep-candidate-rosa-speaks-in-franklin

Last day to register to vote on November 8 -= Today!!!

The deadline to register to vote in the Presidential election is:

Wednesday, October 19, 2016

The Town Clerk's Office will be open on this date from 8AM - 8PM.

Or register to vote at: www.registertovotema.com

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The election collection can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/10/election-collection-2016.html

the mailing with information on the Nov 8 election and ballot questions

Local Eighth Graders Invited to Attend Career Days At Tri-County

Local eighth grade students are invited to attend one of two Career Days at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School.

• The first Career Day will be held on Thursday, October 27, from 8 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., for students from Norfolk, Plainville, Walpole, and Wrentham. 
• A second Career Day will be held on Friday, October 28, also from 8 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., for students from Millis, North Attleborough, and Seekonk. Permission slips will be distributed by the middle schools. All those who attend will have their absences excused.
• Parents and students who aren't visiting Tri-County as part of a field trip, including students from Franklin Public Schools, are welcome to attend Career Day on Thursday, October 27. A parent or guardian must join any student who is not with a school group. Please RSVP to Dawn McNamara at 508-528-5400, extension 125.

During Career Day, students and faculty will highlight Tri-County’s 16 Career Programs, as well as the school’s rigorous, comprehensive academic program. Extracurricular activities and athletics will also be discussed.

Parents will have an opportunity to learn more about the school during the Grade 8 Open House on Thursday, November 10, beginning at 6:45 p.m.
Tri-County offers tours every Tuesday morning for those who cannot attend a Career Day. Please visit www.tri-county.us to learn more.

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.

image from Tri-County webpage

FHS cross country teams top KP

From Hockomock Sports we share the FHS fall sports results from Tuesday, Oct 18



*** Golf = Franklin, 174 @ King Philip, 158 – Final 

– King Philip’s Sebastian Ladoulis was the medalist, carding a low-round of 37 to lead the Warriors.

FHS Panthers

*** Cross Country - Boys = King Philip, 41 @ Franklin, 20 – Final

*** Cross Country - Girls = King Philip, 38 @ Franklin, 21 – Final 

– For the second straight season, Franklin claimed the Kelley-Rex division title. Nicole Clermont finished first over all to pace Franklin, winning in 19:46. Katherine Hartnett was second overall in 20:02, Ella Gutkowski was fifth in 21:48, Katrina Walbert was sixth in 21:51 and Brianna Cummings finished seventh to round off Franklin’s top five.

For the complete set of Hockomock results
https://hockomocksports.com/tuesdays-schedule-scoreboard-101816/

FPAC’S Fiddler On The Roof to Feature Violinist Irina Fainkichen

Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) opens its 26th season with the musical theater masterpiece Fiddler on the Roof. The production plays at THE BLACK BOX in downtown Franklin this coming weekend, with performances on October 21 and 22 at 7:30, and October 23 at 2:00. 

Actor/director Nick Paone leads FPAC’s cast as Tevye; however, the show’s title role belongs to classical musician Irina Fainkichen, who performs the iconic violin solos. Concert violinists have traditionally performed the Fiddler music, including the 1971 film, which featured the renowned Isaac Stern.

“I put my heart and soul in each and every note the Fiddler is playing, telling his story,” Fainkichen says.

Born in St. Petersburg, Russia, Irina Fainkichen received degrees from Rachmaninoff Music College (Novgorod, Russia), St. Petersburg State Conservatory, and Rubin Academy of Music and Dance (Jerusalem, Israel). She was concertmaster of San Francisco’s Russian Chamber Orchestra for many years, appearing as soloist numerous times. Currently, she is a member of Cape Cod Symphony Orchestra, assistant concertmaster of Brockton Symphony Orchestra, and co-founder of “Flying Hearts” duo, which performs in a number of musical genres including jazz, Klezmer, and classic American tunes. Fainkichen is a busy freelance violinist in the Greater Boston area.

classical musician Irina Fainkichen

“Fiddler on the Roof is particularly dear to me,” she says. “Living part of my life in Russia and in Israel brings so much connection with the story itself and culture, Jewish traditions, history and music. I hope audiences will fall in love with the beauty of every song that is so familiar to all of us.”

Winner of nine Tony Awards when it debuted in 1964, the classic musical is the brainchild of Broadway legends Jerome Robbins and Harold Prince, songwriters Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick, and book writer Joseph Stein. Set in the small village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor milkman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and hold onto traditional values in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Tzarist Russia. 

Fiddler on the Roof’s universal theme of tradition has won the hearts of audiences with its celebration of life and family. Full of humor, warmth, and honesty, Fiddler on the Roof features the cherished songs “Sunrise, Sunset,” “Miracle of Miracles,” “If I Were a Rich Man,” “Tradition,” and “Matchmaker.”

Tickets are $34. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com or call (508) 528-3370. THE BLACK BOX, FPAC’s home and performance venue, is located at 15 West Central Street. Fiddler on the Roof is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

Taste of the Region is coming on October 25!

Bring your appetite!

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THE UNITED REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE JOIN US FOR TASTE OF THE REGION 2016! 27th Annual Taste of the Region on October 25!  The 27th Annual  Taste of the Region Event is coming soon! Save the Date! Want to attend? Make Plans to Attend the Tastiest Event of the Year!   Taste of the Region will be held Tuesday, Oct. 25 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School, 147 Pond St., Franklin.  This fun-filled food festival features an eclectic mix of restaurants and food establishments serving samples of a variety of dishes! There's also an exciting silent auction. Tickets cost $10 in advance or $15 at the door.  Call 508-222-0801 for your tickets today! _________________________________________________________ Want to be a participating food establishment? We still have openings for restaurants and food establishments to share samples of their food with potential customers. There is no cost for member restaurants and food establishments to participate.  We will award prizes for Best Sweet, Best Savory and Best Presentation! Click HERE for the Vendor Participation form, and call us (508-222-0801) today!   Last year's event drew a record crowd of well over 700 attendees.  Guests are primarily employees of the many companies and residents around our 16-town region.  This magnificent evening features creative and abundant samples from the wonderful restaurants around the area, enhanced by a beautiful setting, music and a great crowd.  Load-in and set-up will be between 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. on the day of the event.  Participants are encouraged to promote the event at their establishments! Participants will be expected to provide:  Approximately 300 hot or cold samplings of dishes that best reflect their restaurant or hotel. Sternos to keep food warmed as there will be limited electricity to the individual tables. One or two volunteers to assist with serving food and answering questions from guests.  This is a great opportunity to talk about the participant's business! Marketing material, menus, etc. to decorate your table. Be creative! White linens for a 6-foot table (tables will be provided). There are approximately 20 FREE participant opportunities available at this time!  Don't miss out on this GREAT opportunity to showcase your business! ________________________________________________________ Want to highlight your non-food or food related business in the Silent Auction portion of the event? If you'd like to highlight your non-food/food related business at this very popular event, consider donating a silent auction item!  If you are interested in participating, please call the Chamber Office at 508-222-0801.                                  www.unitedregionalchamber.org

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