Wednesday, April 19, 2017

Franklin Public Library: Alchemy Laboratory and Lifesize Board Game

Alchemy Laboratory! Thursday, April 20th, 10:00 a.m.

In this exciting performance that blends science and magic, kids will help perform vanishes, transfigurations, and other amazing feats using everyday objects!


Lifesize Board Game! Thursday, April 20th, 3:30 p.m.

We’re turning the program room into a GIANT board game for the afternoon! Bring the whole family to play our board game, and get comfortable with the Dewey decimal system at the same time!


Temporary location of Franklin Public Library - 25 Kenwood Circle
Temporary location of Franklin Public Library - 25 Kenwood Circle

EBC 5K Race for Hope - May 13

What: EBC 5K Race for Hope is a great 3.1-mile route through the quaint town of Norfolk, MA. 

When: Saturday May 13, 2017.  Registration opens at 8:00am.  Race start time is 9:00am.

Where: Race start and finish is at Emmanuel Baptist Church - 63 Rockwood Road, Norfolk, MA.  Overflow parking is available at the Freeman-Kennedy School - 70 Boardman Street, Norfolk,MA.

Who: The race is for people of all ages.  You can run, walk or push a stroller!

Why:   This year, we have selected, Bloom – A Place for Girls, as our proceeds recipient. Bloom, a branch of Teen Challenge, is a new faith-based residential program helping teen girls overcome addiction, abuse, wounds of sex trafficking, neglect and more. 

“For I know the plans I have for you”, declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future”. Jeremiah 29:11

Cost: The registration fee is $25 per person if registered before May 1.  After May 1, the cost will be $30 per person.  We will have T-shirts for the first 100 entrants as well as awards and prizes for the top finishers.

Additional Information:  After the initial $25 registration fee, we are asking that each participant raise funds for Bloom. Please visit our crowdrise site to set up a fundraising page or to support another participant.

The purpose is for this race is less about competition and more about coming together for a common cause. 

At the race site, there will be informational booths, food, music and a few kid friendly activities.

Click HERE to sign up for the race! 

Click HERE to create a fundraising page or donate to a runner.

Click HERE for additional information about our proceeds recipient, Bloom.

Click HERE to Volunteer for the Race.

EBC 5K Race for Hope - May 13
EBC 5K Race for Hope - May 13

Tuesday, April 18, 2017

Dean College: "Five Women Wearing the Same Dress"

The School of the Arts at Dean College will perform Five Women Wearing the Same Dress, beginning Thursday, April 20 through Sunday, April 23, 2017.

During an “over-the-top” wedding reception at a Knoxville, Tennessee estate, five reluctant, identically clad bridesmaids hide out in an upstairs bedroom, each with her own reason to avoid the proceedings below. As the afternoon wears on, these five very different women joyously discover a common bond in this wickedly funny, irreverent and touching celebration of the women’s spirit.

You won’t want to miss our talented students perform!

The Dean College production of Five Women Wearing the Same Dress will take place in the PAS Stage located on School Street in Franklin at 7:30 p.m. Thursday – Saturday and 2:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. General admission is $22, Seniors $12 and Children $7.

To learn more and purchase tickets, visit www.dean.edu/boxoffice.




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Charles River Meadowlands Army Corps meeting reminder - Weds - Apr 19

​The public meeting scheduled by the Army Corps of Engineers to discuss their Master Plan for the Charles River Natural Valley Storage Area (a.k.a. the Charles River Meadowlands) will be held on Wednesday, April 19 from 5-8 pm at the Millis Town Library, 961 Main St, Millis…This is a unique opportunity to share concerns and views with decision makers at the Army. Please try to be there!

In OTHER NEWS, things are not aligning this year for an EarthDay Walk. SO, we are not doing a walk, cleanup, or paddle on either the 22nd or the29th. Maybe we can pull together something later in the year.​


For more info on the Charles River Meadowlands
https://www.charlesrivermeadowlands.org/


https://www.charlesrivermeadowlands.org/
For more info on the Charles River Meadowlands

Related posts
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/04/important-news-from-charles-river.html

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/03/news-and-upcoming-charles-river.html


Highlights of Hope Celebration - RSVP now!



Join us for a celebration of volunteers, friends and supporters.

New Hope presents...

Highlights of Hope

Celebration




Highlights of Hope Annual Celebration 

New Hope's Board of Directors invites you to join us for a celebration of our work, our community partnerships and our call to men to engage in creating communities free from violence.

Phallacies, a men's performance group from UMass Amherst will kick off our breakfast with a spirited live performance.  Our agenda also includes a brief address from key note speaker Rilwan Feyisitan - Deputy Director at Community Action Partnership, followed by a survivor story and awards presentation.

Highlights of Hope is a fundraiser, and all donations directly support our work in the community. 

Event Details 





Thursday May 18, 2017 
 7:30 -9:30 a.m.









Dean College - Guidry Center
 99 Main Street
Franklin, MA

Tickets are complimentary, the link below will bring you to our events page to RSVP. 

Tables may be reserved by emailing development@new-hope.org



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Franklin Public Library: Vacation Activities - Wednesday, April 19


Wally the Green Monster Visit! Wednesday, April 19th, 9:30 a.m. 

We’re pleased to welcome back our friend Wally the Green Monster for a storytime and meet and greet! Wear your favorite Red Sox gear and bring your camera and your biggest smile!


Slime Time! Wednesday, April 19th, 3:30 p.m.

Make your very own slime to take home!


Pageturners” Tween Book Club, Third Wednesday of the Month, April 19th, 5:00 p.m.

Calling all readers! If you’re reading at a 4th-6th grade level and love talking about books, this book club is for you! Join us on the third Wednesday of the month at 5:00pm for a discussion, craft, and snacks all centered around an age- appropriate book!


Doggie Tales. Third Wednesday of the Month. Wednesday, April 19th, 6:30 p.m.

Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog! Bring your favorite book or pick out one of ours to read. The dogs and their handlers are from Pawsitive Touch and are trained for one-on-one sessions. For students in grades 2 and up. Call to Register!

Temporary location of Franklin Public Library - 25 Kenwood Circle
Temporary location of Franklin Public Library - 25 Kenwood Circle

In the News: state budget issues; water ban updated

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

"The town’s legislative delegation last week warned local officials that state tax revenue is falling short of expectations. 
Local legislators - state senators Richard Ross, R-Wrentham, and Karen Spilka, D-Ashland, and state Rep. Jeffrey Roy, D-Franklin - gave an update on the budget process at a Town Council meeting. 
Spilka, chairwoman of the Senate Ways and Means Committee, said revenue projections had called for a 4.3 percent increase. She said, though, that weaker-than-expected returns began in February, a trend that continued into March and has resulted in collections $220 million below the benchmark. 
According to Spilka, a similar downturn last year began in April and eventually required $750 million in budget cuts. She said she hoped such cuts will not be needed this year."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170417/franklin-lawmakers-give-bleak-financial-forecast



"Town councilors have adopted a new bylaw on water restrictions but chose not to craft the measure to include private well owners. 
The Town Council, at its most recent meeting, passed a new ban bylaw that town officials said would more effectively describe current practices. While the previous bylaw defined the terms of the ban and the punishments for violation, the amendment includes different levels of conservation, more thoroughly talks about the terms used and delineates the precise activities prohibited during a ban. 
The measure passed by unanimous vote. 
Among the changes in the new bylaw is a requirement that those who use private wells to water their lawns display a sign to that effect. Falsely posting such a sign is prohibited and homeowners may be subject to a penalty."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170417/franklin-town-enacts-new-water-restriction-bylaw