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Friday, April 28, 2017
Town Clerk's office will be closed for training on Monday morning, May 1
Town Clerk's office will be closed from 8am-12pm for training on Monday May 1, 2017. We are sorry for any inconvenience.
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| Town Clerk's office will be closed from 8am-12pm for training on Monday May 1 |
http://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/town-clerks-office-will-be-closed-8am-12pm-training-monday-may-1-2017-we-are-sorry-any
Thursday, April 27, 2017
Tri-County senior Zachary Keeler selected as 31st annual Outstanding Vocational Student Award
Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School senior Zachary Keeler, of Bellingham, has been selected as the recipient of the 31st annual Outstanding Vocational Student Award.
The Engineering Technology student received the award during a ceremony and dinner on Thursday, April 13, at the Mechanics Hall in Worcester.
The Outstanding Vocational Student Award is presented each year by the Massachusetts Association of Vocational Administrators (MAVA) and the Massachusetts Vocational Association (MVA) to one student from each vocational technical high school in Massachusetts.
The award recognizes students who have made significant contributions to their local school district and to the statewide vocational education system. Recipients must have excellent attendance, a minimum of a 3.5 GPA and vocational-related work experience. The students must demonstrate leadership qualities, technical competence, involvement in the community and extracurricular activities.
Zachary, son of Kristen and Scott Keeler, is a natural leader. He was accepted into the National Honor Society in his junior year and was awarded the Cougar Culture award for his exemplary achievement in areas of scholarship, leadership, character, and service.
At Tri-County, Zach is a respected athlete leading the way in football, basketball and baseball every year. He was named captain of the varsity baseball team in his sophomore year and the varsity football captain in senior year.
In addition to a lengthy list of athletic activities, Zach began competing in SkillsUSA in the 10th grade, a full grade ahead of most of his peers. Zach competed in Urban Search and Rescue at SkillsUSA and won a Silver Medal at the state competition and competed in the Stratasys Extreme Redesign competition and finished in the top 10 nationally. He is participating in a NASA sponsored project called HUNCH where he has developed a microgravity casting/molding system for astronauts to use in space. Zach was invited to New Jersey to present this project to NASA officials.
Zach’s coursework includes Advanced Placement Physics and Calculus. Engineering is Zach’s chosen career program where he has to work on teams to develop resolutions and design more effective and efficient products. Zach has worked a cooperative education job at Hamilton Storage Technologies. He has contributed to designing new tools, manufacturing bio-refrigeration systems, and resolving design flaws with the automated liquid handling systems.
The Bellingham native plans to continue his Engineering education where he will major in Electromechanical Engineering.
The Engineering Technology student received the award during a ceremony and dinner on Thursday, April 13, at the Mechanics Hall in Worcester.
The Outstanding Vocational Student Award is presented each year by the Massachusetts Association of Vocational Administrators (MAVA) and the Massachusetts Vocational Association (MVA) to one student from each vocational technical high school in Massachusetts.
The award recognizes students who have made significant contributions to their local school district and to the statewide vocational education system. Recipients must have excellent attendance, a minimum of a 3.5 GPA and vocational-related work experience. The students must demonstrate leadership qualities, technical competence, involvement in the community and extracurricular activities.
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| Tri-County senior Zachary Keeler selected as 31st annual Outstanding Vocational Student Award |
Zachary, son of Kristen and Scott Keeler, is a natural leader. He was accepted into the National Honor Society in his junior year and was awarded the Cougar Culture award for his exemplary achievement in areas of scholarship, leadership, character, and service.
At Tri-County, Zach is a respected athlete leading the way in football, basketball and baseball every year. He was named captain of the varsity baseball team in his sophomore year and the varsity football captain in senior year.
In addition to a lengthy list of athletic activities, Zach began competing in SkillsUSA in the 10th grade, a full grade ahead of most of his peers. Zach competed in Urban Search and Rescue at SkillsUSA and won a Silver Medal at the state competition and competed in the Stratasys Extreme Redesign competition and finished in the top 10 nationally. He is participating in a NASA sponsored project called HUNCH where he has developed a microgravity casting/molding system for astronauts to use in space. Zach was invited to New Jersey to present this project to NASA officials.
Zach’s coursework includes Advanced Placement Physics and Calculus. Engineering is Zach’s chosen career program where he has to work on teams to develop resolutions and design more effective and efficient products. Zach has worked a cooperative education job at Hamilton Storage Technologies. He has contributed to designing new tools, manufacturing bio-refrigeration systems, and resolving design flaws with the automated liquid handling systems.
The Bellingham native plans to continue his Engineering education where he will major in Electromechanical Engineering.
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.
Agricultural Commission discussion rescheduled for Thursday, April 27
Economic Development Subcommittee Meeting
April 27, 2017
6:00 PM
Room 205
1. Agricultural Commission Presentation and Discussion
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| Franklin Agriculture Commission looking for your help (Facebook photo) |
Related post on the proposed Agricultural Commission
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/03/franklin-agriculture-commission-is.html
MDN article on Agricultural Commission
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/04/in-news-agricultural-commission.html
Note: notified of meeting date change on 4/25/17 just before noon.
Race for Recovery - May 7 - 8:00 AM
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This was shared from the SAFE Coalition page
Both FHS lacrosse teams top Mansfield on Wednesday
From Hockomock Sports, we share the results of the FHS spring sports action on Wednesday, April 26.
Boys Lacrosse = Franklin, 15 @ Mansfield, 1 – Final
– Franklin sophomore Jacob Alexander dominated at the face off X, Connor O’Rourke and the Panthers defense pitched a shutout in the second half and four different players scored at least twice in the Panthers’ big win. Alexander won 16 of 17 face off attempts while O’Rourke made seven saves. The Panthers defense had a lock down effort in keeping Mansfield to its lowest output of the year. Eric Civetti had five goals and one assist, Packie Watson had two goals and two assists, Chase Tanner scored twice and had one helper and Nitin Chaudhury found the back of the net twice.
Girls Lacrosse = Mansfield, 4 @ Franklin, 15 – Final
– Eight different players found the back of the net as Franklin bounced back from its first loss of the season with a key division win. Jordan Jette had two goals and two assists, Kelsey MacCallum netted a hat trick and Nicole Houlihan scored twice for the Panthers. Head coach Kristin Igoe Guarino praised the defensive work of Grace MacCallum, who forced three turnovers and had five draw controls.
For the other scores around the Hockomock League on Wednesday
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-042617/
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You're invited to ACTION & IMPACT: Community Arts Advocacy Day (May 20, 2017)
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FSPA All Access Pass For Prospective Students To Feature Complimentary Spring Concert Tickets And May Open Houses
Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) is pleased to provide prospective students with complimentary tickets to FSPA Spring Concert performances as part of the school’s All Access Pass program. Families are invited to learn more about FSPA programs in music, dance and drama.
The Spring Concert shows provide a dynamic way to experience what the school has to offer across many dance disciplines, voice, acting, instrumental music, and musical theater programming. Spring Concert performances will be presented on Saturday, May 20 at 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday, May 21 at 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. at the Franklin High School Auditorium, located at 218 Oak Street. Featuring FSPA students of many ages and levels, Spring Concert is presented in an audience-friendly, 90-minute format.
FSPA will also host spring Open Houses on Tuesday, May 9 and Wednesday, May 24 from 4-8 p.m. at 38 Main Street in downtown Franklin. The community is invited to tour the facilities, observe classes and rehearsals, speak with faculty and staff, and learn more about FSPA programs.
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 offers 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. An unparalleled calendar of performing opportunities features musicals, plays, ballets, voice and instrumental recitals, opera scenes, acoustic coffee houses, musical theater and dance company showcases, and more. Many FSPA students are also cast, by audition, in the affiliated Franklin Performing Arts Company’s annual season of shows. FSPA TALENT offers management services for young performers who elect to pursue professional opportunities.
FSPA is also pleased to offer FSPA Academy, an academic alternative for students seeking a challenging curriculum in a supportive, flexible environment that encourages their creative goals. Provided Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in collaboration with the Massachusetts Virtual Academy (MAVA), the program builds upon MAVA’s state-approved online curriculum and features an enhanced emphasis on arts, language, and culture, including Music Theory, foreign language conversation classes, field trips and more.
In addition, a new FSPA AfterSchool enrichment program offers supervised recreational experiences, including games, crafts and other creative arts activities, for students in grades K-5. The program begins at the close of the regular school day, with transportation available from Franklin and Medway schools.
Prospective students and families should call FSPA at 508-528-8668 to reserve their complimentary tickets and schedule a trial class or tour of the facilities. Classes continue at FSPA through June 19 and the summer session begins on June 26. Registration for summer and fall is ongoing. Visit www.FSPAonline.com for more information, including the FSPA catalogue, summer brochure and fall class schedule.
The Spring Concert shows provide a dynamic way to experience what the school has to offer across many dance disciplines, voice, acting, instrumental music, and musical theater programming. Spring Concert performances will be presented on Saturday, May 20 at 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday, May 21 at 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. at the Franklin High School Auditorium, located at 218 Oak Street. Featuring FSPA students of many ages and levels, Spring Concert is presented in an audience-friendly, 90-minute format.
FSPA will also host spring Open Houses on Tuesday, May 9 and Wednesday, May 24 from 4-8 p.m. at 38 Main Street in downtown Franklin. The community is invited to tour the facilities, observe classes and rehearsals, speak with faculty and staff, and learn more about FSPA programs.
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| Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) - annual Spring Concert - May 20 and May 21 |
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 offers 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. An unparalleled calendar of performing opportunities features musicals, plays, ballets, voice and instrumental recitals, opera scenes, acoustic coffee houses, musical theater and dance company showcases, and more. Many FSPA students are also cast, by audition, in the affiliated Franklin Performing Arts Company’s annual season of shows. FSPA TALENT offers management services for young performers who elect to pursue professional opportunities.
FSPA is also pleased to offer FSPA Academy, an academic alternative for students seeking a challenging curriculum in a supportive, flexible environment that encourages their creative goals. Provided Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in collaboration with the Massachusetts Virtual Academy (MAVA), the program builds upon MAVA’s state-approved online curriculum and features an enhanced emphasis on arts, language, and culture, including Music Theory, foreign language conversation classes, field trips and more.
In addition, a new FSPA AfterSchool enrichment program offers supervised recreational experiences, including games, crafts and other creative arts activities, for students in grades K-5. The program begins at the close of the regular school day, with transportation available from Franklin and Medway schools.
Prospective students and families should call FSPA at 508-528-8668 to reserve their complimentary tickets and schedule a trial class or tour of the facilities. Classes continue at FSPA through June 19 and the summer session begins on June 26. Registration for summer and fall is ongoing. Visit www.FSPAonline.com for more information, including the FSPA catalogue, summer brochure and fall class schedule.
In the News: man arraigned on drug charges
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170426/franklin-man-arraigned-on-meth-charges
"A local man was arraigned in Wrentham District Court Wednesday on several drug charges - including one that he made methamphetamine - resulting from a March hazmat response to his house.
Paul Therieau, 52, of 84 Stewart St., pleaded not guilty to manufacture of a class B substance, possession of a class B substance with intent to distribute, possession with intent to manufacture a class B substance, possession of a class B substance and four counts of attempting to commit a crime.
There was much discussion over Therieau’s conditions of release, as prosecutors wished to prohibit him from possessing any chemical that could be used in the manufacture of methamphetamine. When it was pointed out that common household chemicals like alcohol fell under that category, the defense and prosecution were given until May 4 to compile a list. In the meantime, Therieau remains free on personal recognizance."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170426/franklin-man-arraigned-on-meth-charges
Franklin SEPAC: APRIL 2017 Workshop Reminder - Please join us!!
REMINDER!
Franklin SEPAC invites you to join us on
Thursday, April 27th at 7 PM
for the following workshop:
Financial Planning for Special Needs Children
presented by
Michael Weiner
We are pleased to welcome back certified financial planner, Michael Weiner. Michael is an expert in helping special needs parents plan for the future of their children. He uses his own experiences to speak to families, breaking down complex legal and financial terminology in a way that is easy to understand, helping parents to take advantage of the programming that is out there for their loved ones. If you are parent thinking ahead about your child's financial future then this workshop is not to be missed.
It is never too early to start planning!
This workshop will be held in the third-floor training room of the Municipal Building, 355 East Central Street, Franklin.
As always, this workshop is free and open to everyone. Please spread the word! We hope to see you there.
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| Franklin SEPAC: APRIL 2017 Workshop Reminder - Please join us!! |
About Franklin SEPAC:
The mission of the Franklin Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is to promote a network for parents of children with disabilities and provide a forum to share information and discuss matters of relative interest and concern regarding our children. This group provides regular forums for Pupil Personnel Services and parents to share information and discuss pertinent issues; develops, maintains and shares tools and a resource guide; and raises awareness of children with special needs.
We host monthly workshops educating parents on special-needs topics. We also hold support groups, fun meet-ups for the kids (like October's Halloween Party at Tangerini's Farm), and donate educational supplies to the Franklin Public School Special Education programs. We are a volunteer-run organization and need donations to help alleviate the costs of the above-mentioned programs. We receive our primary funding through an annual "Evening of Comedy" fundraiser that we host in April. www.franklinsepac.org
FHS Career Day - April 28
A Career Day will be held at Franklin High School on Friday April 28 between 7:30 and 9:30 AM. Sponsored by the PCC and FHS staff, it will provide an opportunity for all juniors to meet with local professionals.
Guest speakers, the majority FHS parents, will discuss their occupations and career "pathway." Featured will be 37 members of our community who work in Heath, Business, STEM, Arts, and Government/Human services.
Guest speakers, the majority FHS parents, will discuss their occupations and career "pathway." Featured will be 37 members of our community who work in Heath, Business, STEM, Arts, and Government/Human services.
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| FHS Career Day - April 28 |
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
Mandatory Water Conservation Measures Are in Effect Starting Monday April 24
Mandatory Water Conservation Measures Are in Effect Starting Monday April 24, 2017 Automatic Lawn Irrigation is Restricted To One Day Per Week On Trash Day.
Due to the on going dry conditions, the summer Water Conservation Measures have been put in place. The summer Water Conservation Measures are needed to limit the daily demand on the water system in order to ensure that adequate water is available to meet the public health and safety needs of the Town. This measure is necessary to maintain the water levels in the tanks for fire protection and normal consumption.
During the summer months, the Town experiences excessively high demands for water due to lawn watering. There have been 24-hour periods during which water consumption has been more than twice our average daily water usage for the year.
Because of the tremendous increase in the demand for water and State restrictions on the amount of water that can be pumped daily, the Town of Franklin must place mandatory water conservation measures in effect for lawn watering during the summer months.
A total of 1-inch of water once per week from rain and watering promotes the healthiest lawns. Non-compliance with these regulations could adversely affect public health and safety. Violators are subject to fines up to $200.
Private irrigation wells are not required to follow the water conservation measures, however, please remember that irrigation wells are taking water from the same aquifer as Franklin's drinking water wells, so please water wisely! If you receive a violation warning from the DPW, please call 508-520-4910 and let us know you have a private well.
Did you know that the average American uses 100 gallons of water every day? But we can all reduce our water use by as much as 30 percent by taking a few simple steps, such as installing WaterSense labeled plumbing fixtures and using water efficiently in our yards. Did you know that the town of Franklin pumped over 990,000,000 gallons of water last year?
The Town of Franklin DPW is committed to protecting the future of our national and local water supply through water-efficient practices, products, and services. That is why we are partnering with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to bring to you WaterSense, a national program that offers people a simple way to make product choices that use less water—and perform as well or better than your existing products.
The Town is now offering rebates for installation of high efficiency clothes washers and toilets! Please click here for more information!
The Town is now offering rebates for installation of rain barrels! Please click here for more information!
Stay tuned as WaterSense labeled products become available at a store near you! EPA maintains an online directory of labeled products that can be found here.
What is water efficiency? You can learn more about water efficiency and water saving tips for water consumers. Learn about the benefits of water efficiency and find links to related resources and state initiated programs.
This was shared from the Town of Franklin webpage
http://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/water-conservation
- No lawn watering between the hours of 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- No holiday delays for watering.
- No lawn watering is permitted on other days of the week.
- Hand watering of lawn and landscape is permitted anytime.
Due to the on going dry conditions, the summer Water Conservation Measures have been put in place. The summer Water Conservation Measures are needed to limit the daily demand on the water system in order to ensure that adequate water is available to meet the public health and safety needs of the Town. This measure is necessary to maintain the water levels in the tanks for fire protection and normal consumption.
During the summer months, the Town experiences excessively high demands for water due to lawn watering. There have been 24-hour periods during which water consumption has been more than twice our average daily water usage for the year.
Because of the tremendous increase in the demand for water and State restrictions on the amount of water that can be pumped daily, the Town of Franklin must place mandatory water conservation measures in effect for lawn watering during the summer months.
A total of 1-inch of water once per week from rain and watering promotes the healthiest lawns. Non-compliance with these regulations could adversely affect public health and safety. Violators are subject to fines up to $200.
Private irrigation wells are not required to follow the water conservation measures, however, please remember that irrigation wells are taking water from the same aquifer as Franklin's drinking water wells, so please water wisely! If you receive a violation warning from the DPW, please call 508-520-4910 and let us know you have a private well.
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| Mandatory Water Conservation Measures Are in Effect Starting Monday April 24, 2017 |
Every Drop Counts
Did you know that the average American uses 100 gallons of water every day? But we can all reduce our water use by as much as 30 percent by taking a few simple steps, such as installing WaterSense labeled plumbing fixtures and using water efficiently in our yards. Did you know that the town of Franklin pumped over 990,000,000 gallons of water last year?The Town of Franklin DPW is committed to protecting the future of our national and local water supply through water-efficient practices, products, and services. That is why we are partnering with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to bring to you WaterSense, a national program that offers people a simple way to make product choices that use less water—and perform as well or better than your existing products.
The Town is now offering rebates for installation of high efficiency clothes washers and toilets! Please click here for more information!
Why Should You Care?
- Using water efficiently will conserve supplies for future generations
- Protecting and preserving the nation's water supply is critical to our economic future and human health
- WaterSense labeled products and services perform as well as or better than their less efficient counterparts
- Purchasing WaterSense labeled products can help you protect the environment and help you save money on your utility bill
Lawn Watering Tips
According to the University of Massachusetts Cooperative Extension System, lawns require only one inch of water weekly either from rain or irrigation or a combination of both. Watering a lawn lightly on a frequent basis, rather than watering deeply once per week, encourages shallow rooting and crabgrass while making the lawn more susceptible to drought injury.The Town is now offering rebates for installation of rain barrels! Please click here for more information!
Test Your WaterSense
Think you know everything there is to know about water? You can’t be sure until you’ve played EPA’s “Test Your WaterSense” online quiz! Maneuver the water-efficiency hero Hydro through water pipes and answer water-efficiency questions while avoiding water-wasting monsters such as Sogosaurus and Drainiac.
WaterSense Labeled Products
Stay tuned as WaterSense labeled products become available at a store near you! EPA maintains an online directory of labeled products that can be found here.
Learn More
What is water efficiency? You can learn more about water efficiency and water saving tips for water consumers. Learn about the benefits of water efficiency and find links to related resources and state initiated programs.
For Kids! Learn all about Water!
This was shared from the Town of Franklin webpage
http://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/water-conservation
Franklin Art Association features Dianne Parnelli Miller - May 3
The Franklin Art Association will meet on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 from 6:30 to 9:00PM at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street in Franklin.
Refreshments and social time will begin at 6:30 followed by a short business meeting and a demonstration by oil painter, Dianne Parnelli Miller, a Boston based artist.
Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information log on to www.franklinart.org.
For more about Dianne Parnelli Miller, visit her webpage
http://diannepmiller.com/
Refreshments and social time will begin at 6:30 followed by a short business meeting and a demonstration by oil painter, Dianne Parnelli Miller, a Boston based artist.
Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information log on to www.franklinart.org.
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| work image by oil painter, Dianne Parnelli Miller from webpage |
http://diannepmiller.com/
Take a Chance on a Raffle to help the SAFE Coalition
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| Take a chance to help the SAFE Coalition |
$20 per Chance
for a
$1000 Basket of Scratch Tickets*
Only 500 Raffle Tickets to be Sold
Drawing @ 1:30 pm, May 22, 2017
SAFE Coalition 2nd Annual Golf Tournament
Franklin Country Club, 672 E. Central St, Franklin, MA
To Purchase: Contact Rita Graci (bgraci@comcast.net)
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| SAFE Coalition Raffle |
† Winner need not be present
* Massachusetts State Lottery
This was shared from the SAFE Coalition page
http://safecoalitionma.com/2017/03/26/enter-the-safe-coalition-raffle-today/
Plant Night - Hosted by FHS Green Team - May 15
Plant Night
Hosted by FHS Green Team
May 15 in the FHS cafeteria
5:30pm-7:30pm
DIY Terrariums, Food, Drink, and Music
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| Plant Night - Hosted by FHS Green Team - May 15 |
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