Franklin resident Jacob Youmell will run in the 121st Boston Marathon on April 17st in support of MassGeneral Hospital for Children’s pediatric cancer team, Fighting Kids’ Cancer ... One Step at a Time. Youmell will join an estimated 30,000 runners along the 26.2 mile course that spans from Hopkinton to Boylston Street in Boston. The funds raised by Youmell will support cutting-edge research and quality of life programming - such as child life services and art and music therapy - which help pediatric cancer patients and their families cope emotionally and developmentally with their illnesses.
Youmell, the director of digital strategy at Emerson College, is running in honor of his parents who succumbed to cancer in 2005 and 2008 and his brother along with all survivors who overcame the disease. The team, made up of 102 runners - including former patients and parents, MGH employees and hospital supporters - has set a fundraising goal of $1 million.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of John Hancock’s partnership with the Mass General Marathon Program. Since it was formed in 1998, Mass General’s Fighting Kids’ Cancer...One Step at a Time has raised more than $12 million that directly support the pediatric hematology-oncology program.
“I have a unique perspective into the lives of children undergoing live saving therapy at MGHfC,” says Howard Weinstein, MD, chief of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology at MGHfC and 17-year captain of the pediatric team. “Since the team’s inception, I’ve seen our runners get physically and emotionally involved in our mission to conquer childhood cancer. They go the extra mile and their support is vital to our continued holistic approach to cancer care.’
To learn more about the Fighting Kids’ Cancer...One Step at a Time team or help support Youmell, visit https://www.crowdrise.com/MGHPediatricCancerBoston2017.
Saturday, March 18, 2017
Chili and Chowder Challenge - April 22
Chili and Chowder Challenge on April 22nd at the Medway VFW from Noon-4pm to benefit the Relay For Life.
Local restaurants are being asked to submit their versions of Chili or Chowder for judging by the public.
Tickets are $20 per person. There will be raffles, music, silent auctions and more.
Local restaurants are being asked to submit their versions of Chili or Chowder for judging by the public.
Tickets are $20 per person. There will be raffles, music, silent auctions and more.
 |
| Chili and Chowder Challenge - April 22 |
Friday, March 17, 2017
Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 3/17/17 - THU 3/23/17
All Day Last day for Franklin Lions clothing and Shoe Drive. Email franklinlionsma@gmail.com to arrange pick up.
10:30am Knitting Circle for Adults @ Franklin Public Library
5pm 3rd Annual Cultural Festival Applications Due
7pm Alice @ Wonderland (HMMS Drama Club Production) @ HMMS
7:30pm SOLD OUT: Disney’s Beauty and the Beast @ The Black Box
SATURDAY 3/18/17
9am-3pm Book Sale @ Franklin Public Library
9-11am Youth Baseball Clinic @ FHS
10am-1pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
10:30am Elephant and Piggie Party @ Franklin Public Library
12pm Franklin Lions: Paint for a Cause @ Muse Bar, Patriot Place
12-2:30pm Youth Baseball Clinic @ FHS
6:30pm He Said, She Said @ New England Chapel
7:30pm SOLD OUT - Disney’s Beauty and the Beast @ The Black Box
7:30pm Circle of Friends Coffeehouse: Boxcar Lilies @ FUSF
SUNDAY 3/19/17
7:30-10:30am Sunday Morning Breakfast @ Franklin Rod and Gun Club
9am-12pm Bag Sale @ Franklin Public Library
10am Franklin Police and Fire 5K @ 50 Constitution Blvd.
12pm Backyard Gardening: Planning and seed planting @ Franklin Agway
1-4pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
2pm SOLD OUT - Disney’s Beauty and the Beast @ The Black Box
2pm Keep on the Grass Bluegrass Concert @ Franklin Public Library
MONDAY 3/20/17
6:30pm Superintendent Search: Meet the Candidates @ Municipal Building
7-8:30pm Learn To Cope Franklin Chapter Meeting @ FUSF
TUESDAY 3/21/16
7pm Yankee Quilters Guild Meeting and Silent Auction (everyone welcome) @ St. John Episcopal Church
WEDNESDAY 3/22/17
3:30-6pm Teen Lounge! @ Franklin Public Library
4-7pm HMEA Franklin Career Fair @ 8 Forge Parkway
THURSDAY 3/23/17
4pm Family Coloring Book Club @ Franklin Public Library
6:30pm Wine Tasting Fundraiser for Franklin Arts Academy Boosters @ Pour Richard’s
7-8pm Healing Hearts Community Support Group @ Franklin YMCA
7:30pm Stony Brook Camera Club @ Anglican Church of the Redeemer (31 Hayward St)
For the Town of Franklin Public Calendar click HERE.
For all other events and Franklin happenings click HERE.
*If you have any suggestions or events for the calendar, please email FranklinMAHappenigs@gmail.com and/or shersteve@gmail.com
You can be the judge - Volunteers needed
The Science Department at Remington Middle School officially invites you to the annual Family STEAM night Tuesday, April 11th from 5 – 8pm.
We are seeking volunteers to be judges for the 8th grade science projects. You do not need to be an expert in science, as a rubric with guiding questions is provided. Duties would include judging 2-4 projects per session. Snacks are provided.
The night is divided into 4 sessions, with a 5 minute break between sessions:
Any time you can commit would be helpful and extremely appreciated. Please email Jay Edmonds (Science Department) directly if interested. You can reach him at edmondsj@franklin.k12.ma.us
We are seeking volunteers to be judges for the 8th grade science projects. You do not need to be an expert in science, as a rubric with guiding questions is provided. Duties would include judging 2-4 projects per session. Snacks are provided.
The night is divided into 4 sessions, with a 5 minute break between sessions:
- 5:00 – 5:45
- 5:45 – 6:30
- 6:30 – 7:15
- 7:15 – 8:00
Any time you can commit would be helpful and extremely appreciated. Please email Jay Edmonds (Science Department) directly if interested. You can reach him at edmondsj@franklin.k12.ma.us
 |
| annual Family STEAM night Tuesday, April 11 |
Tri-County Showcases Senior Projects at Legislative Day at the State House
Tri-County RVTHS Seniors, Katherine Pensak of Walpole and Allyson Bettencourt of North Attleboro, recently exhibited their senior projects at the Library Showcase on Legislative Day at the State House in Boston, MA.
One of the highlights of the event was when Kate and Ally got to present their projects to various state legislators including Senator James Timilty (D-Walpole). "It was great to meet Kate Pensak and Ally Bettencourt at the State House. I was very impressed with the quality of the craftsmanship in each of their senior projects, said Senator Timilty. “Tri-County Regional High School consistently provides students access to an exceptional, well-rounded education."
“The cornerstone of learning at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School rests on students’ ability to successfully integrate their academic and vocational-technical skills into real world applications”, said Superintendent Stephen Dockray. “The Tri-County Senior Project does just that. It is a cap stone project which is a requirement for graduation.”
It all begins with an “idea”, formulated within the trade program area, but outside of the State Frameworks Curriculum. That idea is shaped by exhaustive research via school and community libraries. Web info, periodicals, technical papers, trade journals and code handbooks all contribute the fodder for product development.
The Senior Projects are the result of this extensive collaboration between the student, the Library Media Center, the English department and the various program trade areas. Our students benefit greatly from state funded resources such as online access and a wealth of resources and support services provided by Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, Mass Library Systems and Massachusetts School Library Association.
The Tri-County Senior Project is a vehicle which integrates learning between academic and vocational areas thereby promoting literacy, critical-thinking, intellectual curiosity and life-long learning.
One of the highlights of the event was when Kate and Ally got to present their projects to various state legislators including Senator James Timilty (D-Walpole). "It was great to meet Kate Pensak and Ally Bettencourt at the State House. I was very impressed with the quality of the craftsmanship in each of their senior projects, said Senator Timilty. “Tri-County Regional High School consistently provides students access to an exceptional, well-rounded education."
“The cornerstone of learning at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School rests on students’ ability to successfully integrate their academic and vocational-technical skills into real world applications”, said Superintendent Stephen Dockray. “The Tri-County Senior Project does just that. It is a cap stone project which is a requirement for graduation.”
 |
| Senator Jim Timilty (D-Walpole) (middle) pictured with Allyson Bettencourt of North Attleboro (left) and Katherine Pensak of Walpole (right). (Photo courtesy of Tri-County) |
It all begins with an “idea”, formulated within the trade program area, but outside of the State Frameworks Curriculum. That idea is shaped by exhaustive research via school and community libraries. Web info, periodicals, technical papers, trade journals and code handbooks all contribute the fodder for product development.
The Senior Projects are the result of this extensive collaboration between the student, the Library Media Center, the English department and the various program trade areas. Our students benefit greatly from state funded resources such as online access and a wealth of resources and support services provided by Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, Mass Library Systems and Massachusetts School Library Association.
The Tri-County Senior Project is a vehicle which integrates learning between academic and vocational areas thereby promoting literacy, critical-thinking, intellectual curiosity and life-long learning.
Franklin Public Library: Elephant and Piggie Party! - March 18, 10:30 AM
Elephant and Piggie Party! Saturday, March 18th, 10:30 a.m.
Did you know that March marks the 10th anniversary of Elephant and Piggie’s hilarious books?
We’re going to celebrate, with a party in their honor! Come for snacks, crafts, activities, and a special reading of a few favorites!
There are 25 books in the series for early readers written by Mo Willems
The Amazon link for Mo Willems is here
Did you know that March marks the 10th anniversary of Elephant and Piggie’s hilarious books?
We’re going to celebrate, with a party in their honor! Come for snacks, crafts, activities, and a special reading of a few favorites!
 |
| Waiting Is Not Easy! (An Elephant and Piggie Book) |
There are 25 books in the series for early readers written by Mo Willems
The Amazon link for Mo Willems is here
In the News: Family science night; police await lab results
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170316/franklin-science-night-features-bottles-lemons
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170316/police-investigating-chemicals-removed-from-franklin-house
"High school students and teachers worked to kindle scientific curiosity in young minds during Thursday's "Family Science Night" at the school.
Visitors watched a liquid nitrogen demonstration, controlled robots, took part in forensics demonstrations and learned how a lemon could be a battery - among other things - through the course of the night.
Science teacher Ann Ritchie said the event, put on by the school's Science National Honor Society, works to give younger children a firsthand look at the scientific concepts that underpin the world as we know it, and hopefully encourages them to explore further.
"It's really all about the power of experience," she said. "We can talk all day in front of the class about theory and concepts, but to put it in front of the children encourages them to make connections."Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170316/franklin-science-night-features-bottles-lemons
"A day after emergency personnel responded to a Stewart Street residence for a chemical incident, police are awaiting the analysis of items removed from the house.
Deputy Police Chief James Mill said Thursday afternoon that experts were in the process of determining what substances were recovered from the 84 Stewart St. residence.
Mill said there had not been an arrest related to the matter at this point. He emphasized that the scene is safe at this point.
According to a Franklin Police Department release, the town fire department responded to a medical emergency at the house at about 8 a.m. Wednesday and personnel noted several chemical items that raised concerns."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170316/police-investigating-chemicals-removed-from-franklin-house
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)