FM# 130 - Audio Recording of Horace Mann Statue - May 7, 2017 (audio)

If you missed the unveiling of the Horace Mann Statue on Sunday, May 7, you can listen to the audio recording of the ceremony here.

the Horace Mann statue stands to welcome folks to downtown Franklin

FM #130

This internet radio show or podcast is number 130 in the series for Franklin Matters. This captured the audio recording of the Horace Mann Statue Unveiling held May 7, 2017.

The unveiling ceremony was hosted by the Statue Committee.

The program for the ceremony can be found here:

May 7, 2017 Program

Welcome

Deborah L. Pellegri, Co-Chairman

Introduction of Committee Members:

Charles F. Oteri, Co Chairman

Robert Dellorco, Thomas Mercer

Lisa Piana, Representative Jeffrey Roy

Introduction of Town Councilors:

Matt Kelly, Chairman; Robert Vallee, Vice Chairman;

Judith Pfeffer, Clerk; Andrew Bissanti, Robert Dellorco, Glenn Jones, Thomas Mercer, Peter Padula, Deborah L. Pellegri

Background on Horace Mann:

Jordan Oteri, grade 7

Megan Levesque, grade 7

FSPA

Song:  Horace, Now There was a Mann

Introduction of Robert Shure:

Sculptor/presentation of statue

(statue unveiled)

Remarks by Honored Guests:

Senator Karen Spilka (absent due to injury)

Senator Richard Ross

Representative Jeffrey Roy

Dr. F. Javier Cevallos, Framingham State University

Dr. Paula Rooney, Dean College

Dr. Kevin O’Malley, Franklin School Committee

Introduction of Jamie Barrett

“The City Known as the Town of Franklin”

Closing

Without further ado, here is the recording

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This brings the recording of the Horace Mann Statue Unveiling to a close.

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The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission

I hope you enjoy!

The photo slideshow of the ceremony can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/05/horace-mann-stature-unveiling-photo.html

The Program booklet can be found here

Police Alert: missing 20 year old, male, last seen in the Phyllis Lane area of Franklin

The Franklin Police is attempting to locate a missing 20 year old, male. His name is Michael Doherty. He was last seen in the Phyllis LN area at approximately 1:30 AM this (Sunday) morning. 

He was last seen wearing a blue t-shirt with a Nike symbol, black pants and sneakers. 

He is a white male 5 feet 10 inches tall with brown hair and brown eyes. 

We urge you to check the area outside your residence including any sheds or detached buildings and call the Franklin Police at 508 528 1212 if you have any information. 

Please be advised during this time you may see increased public safety presence in the area.

Police Alert: missing 20 year old, male,  last seen in the Phyllis Lane area of Franklin

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Reporting by Walking Around - Saturday, May 13

After spending most of the week out of Franklin on business, my Saturday morning walk got me caught up on some of what was happening or had happened while I was away. 

Join me as I walk downtown and then out Pleasant St to DelCarte. Starting with some close up photos of the new Horace Mann statue. 

Horace Mann 1

Horace Mann 2

Horace Mann 3

Horace Mann 4

I am impressed by the level of detail shown in the statue. The coat has texture and folds just like a real coat. Amazing work!

the exterior stonework is being applied to the Library addition

mystery dinner theater event coming to Franklin Federated June 10

volunteers from the Franklin Garden Club were hard at work on the grounds
at the Town Common with help from some of the Newcomers Club

new pavement on a section of Pleasant St was completed during the week

the reinstalled playground at DelCarte is open as of Saturday,
so when the rain decides to end it can be used again

while we have been getting a lot of rain, the water level at DelCarte is still way below normal

Register O'Donnell Promotes Protection Against Real Estate Fraud

	Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
	Register O'Donnell Promotes Protection Against Real Estate Fraud Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell today reminded residents that approximately 600 homeowners have signed up for the free on-line Consumer Notification Service offered by the Registry to protect Norfolk County property owners against fraud. "The F.B.I. continues to assign resources to combat property and mortgage fraud. Multiple jurisdictions across the country have reported individuals recording fraudulent documents and making it appear like they own another person's home or property. While we have been fortunate that this problem has not revealed itself here in Norfolk County, I want to make sure my office is proactively and vigorously protecting consumers," noted Register O'Donnell. Any owner of real property in the twenty-eight communities comprising Norfolk County can sign-up for the Consumer Notification Service free of charge by doing the following: Go to the Registry's website, www.norfolkdeeds.org, and click on the Consumer Notification Service Get Consumer "Alerts" button to complete the initial registration. From there, follow the remaining sign-up instructions. Once you have signed up for the service, each subscriber will be able to input two names, individual or business, and the corresponding city or town in Norfolk County for monitoring. They can monitor their real estate for such activities as changes in deeds, mortgages, mortgage discharge, non-mortgage liens, Homesteads or other land documents that might be recorded against the property. If a document is recorded against one of the names inputted for monitoring, the subscriber will be alerted via email, usually within 24 hours. The person can check the Registry's on-line land research records at www.norfolkresearch.org as an option. If a subscriber believes a fraudulent land record has been recorded against their property, they should then immediately contact the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101. After talking with a Registry employee, the subscriber will be given a list of public safety referrals by the Registry. Register O'Donnell concluded, "The core mission of the Registry of Deeds is to record land documents in a secure, accurate and accessible manner. As your Norfolk County Register of Deeds, I also want to be proactive in minimizing the potential for fraudulent activity related to land document recordings. The Consumer Notification Service provides a level of protection to the program's subscribers against unscrupulous individuals who would attempt to commit real estate fraud." To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, "like" us on facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds and instagram.com/NorfolkDeeds. The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds is located at 649 High Street in Dedham. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center via telephone at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org. Register William P. O'Donnell Norfolk County Registry of Deeds email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-234-3336 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street, Dedham,, MA 02026-1831 Sent by registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org in collaboration with Try it free today http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

CANCELED - Immigration Discussion with Jessica Vaughan - May 18

Jessica M. Vaughan a Franklin resident, is the Director of Policy Studies for the Center for Immigration Studies and is frequently seen on Fox News, CNN, MSNBC and NBC Boston

When: Thursday, May 18 @7:00 PM
Where: Franklin VFW, Pond St

Hosted by Franklin Republican Town Committee


Updated 4:00 PM 5/18/17  The event has been canceled by the hosts (the Franklin Republican Town Committee) with a statement to be available later 

Immigration Discussion with Jessica Vaughan - May 18

Additional info can be found in the flyer embedded below

Town Council - May 10 - Actions Taken

I missed reporting on the Town Council meeting this week as I was away from Franklin on a business trip. The Actions Taken summary provides the high level overview on what was approved. 

• Jeffrey Milne was approved as a member of the Conservation Commission
• Phyllis Smith was approved as a member of the Cultural Council
• The Franklin Food Pantry made a presentation.
• The financial transfers discussed in the Finance Committee April 25 were approved. 
• The water and sewer map extension to allow the new school proposed for relocation to the Mount St/Union St area was denied.
• The bylaw to allow "Brewery, Distillery, or Winery with a Tasting Room" was referred to the Planning Board. After the Planning Board reviews the bylaw, it will come back to the Town Council for two readings before a final decision.

You can review the full listing of Actions Taken in the embedded document

the playground at DelCarte was redone and opened on Saturday

FHS girls lacrosse top Natick 7-4

Girls Lacrosse = Franklin, 7 vs. Natick, 4 – Final 

– Franklin freshman goalie Gianna Cameron turned aside seven shots in net and Dana Lewandowski caused five turnovers and played well on defense.

For the other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-051317/

FHS Panthers

Charles River Meadowlands Update

Don't Forget to Send Your Comments to Army Corps of Engineers!

* We had a great turnout at the recent US Army Corps of Engineers meeting in Millis on the 19th of April -- about 35 people in total. Among attendees were local legislators from Franklin (Judy Pfeffer) and Bellingham, as well as the Medfield Town Manager and Franklin's Assistant Town Manager Jamie Hellen.

The Corps expressed a clear willingness to work with the towns and the Initiative on access and signage issues. As always, there are many details to be worked out but we had access to several Corps officials and they clearly heard our concerns...

NOTE: The final deadline for receipt of written comments on the US Army Corps Draft Master Plan for the Meadowlands must be received by June 15. Please go to our home page to download copies of both the master plan and the USACE comment form. (www.charlesrivermeadowlands.org).

* We will not be meeting in June and when we resume meeting in July. It will be on a Wednesday night schedule to accommodate those of you unable to make Tuesday evening events. For details, check the website.

Sincerely,

Alan Earls
Charles River Meadowlands

Charles River Meadowlands

Franklin Public LIbrary: Home Essential Oils Class - May 16

Learn how to take care of your health naturally with essential oils. You will receive basic knowledge on how to use essential oils safely and effectively. Experience the purity and potency of pure therapeutic grade oils. 

Presented by Josiah Precourt

Tuesday, May 16, 6:60 PM 

at the Franklin Public Library 

25 Kenwood Circle

Franklin Public LIbrary: Home Essential Oils Class - May 16

This was shared from 

http://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/bulletins/essential-oils-class

and

http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2017/05/home-essential-oils-class-tuesday-may.html

"they can be successfully managed through multi-year efforts"

With treatment of the invasive species at DelCarte scheduled for June 7 (assuming good weather), this article from the Milford Daily News on the work of other communities battling invasive species is timely.

"Keith Gazaille makes a living putting chemicals exactly where it seems most unnerving for them to be: water. 

On Wednesday, Gazaille and his team from Shrewsbury-based SOLitude Lake Management loaded up an airboat with a couple dozen containers each filled with 20 pounds of the aquatic herbicide SonarOne. 

The chemical pellets SOLitude dropped in the Norton Reservoir that morning will be absorbed by two non-native plants that are invading the 580-acre ecosystem, eventually leaving them bleached and dead at the roots. 

“I don’t think anybody goes in and takes any of the approaches lightly,” said Gazaille, SOLitude’s regional director and senior biologist. “All of the techniques have some level of non-target impact.”

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170514/with-invasive-species-metrowest-milford-area-towns-use-whole-toolbox


In case you missed the earlier posting (May 11) with the schedule for the herbicide treatments for DelCarte, I have provided it here:


The tentative date for the first treatment of the invasive plants in the DelCarte Ponds will be 6/7/17, subject to the weather. (It can't be a rainy day.) 

The pond will be closed for fishing, canoeing etc. for 24 hours, but the rest of the area for hiking etc. will be open.


This was shared from the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/first-treatment-invasive-plants-delcarte-ponds-tentatively-set-june-7-2017

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During 2017 and 2018, herbicide treatments will be applied to the DelCarte Ponds as part of the restoration and preservation of this important recreation area. The treatments are designed to eliminate the invasive plant species which are proliferating rapidly and threaten to completely “take over” the waterbodies unless action is taken to stop their spread.

The time frame for this work is as follows:

• Prepare and File MA DEP License to Apply Chemicals Permit - APRIL
• Pre-Treatment Survey – MAY
• Variable Milfoil Treatment – EARLY JUNE
• Initial Water Chestnut Treatment – EARLY JUNE
• Interim Survey – LATE JUNE
• Follow-Up Water Chestnut Treatment – EARLY JULY
• Final Post-Treatment Survey – AUGUST/SEPTEMBER
• Year-End Report – NOVEMBER/DECEMBER

Signs will be posted at the ponds concerning this work it is important to bear in mind that ON THE DAY OF THE TREATMENTS, USE OF THE PONDS WILL BE RESTRICTED.

Any questions on this project should be directed to the Conservation office at 508-520-4929.

invasive species in the water at DelCarte

The ecological study performed to show the need for these herbicide treatments can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/02/ecological-and-management-study-of.html


The reminder on the treatments was shared from the Town of Franklin page
http://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/get-rid-those-invasive-weeds-delcarte-pond-herbicide-treatment-begins-2017-stay-tuned-more

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/05/delcarte-invasive-plant-treatment.html

The TC Insider

May 12, 2017 To the Tri-County Community, We would like to thank all of you that contributed to our program advisory process this year. The Program Advisory Chairs contributed four evenings to the process and board members two meetings with the teachers, parents, and students representing each of our programs. As always our Culinary Arts Program put on some tremendous evenings. Anyone interested in serving on our Advisory Boards next year should contact either the Main Office or the Vocational Office. The Tri-County SkillsUSA team competed in the State Competition at the end of April at Blackstone Regional. Seventy five students brought home 36 medals including gold medalists Kaylee Dunn (Early Childhood) of North Attleboro, Armen Eghian (Career Pathways: Arts and Communications) of Seekonk, Eric Bernard (Career Pathways: Arts and Communications) of Plainville, Tyler Mello (Career Pathways: Arts and Communications) of Seekonk, Ashley O'Handley (Nontraditional Portfolio) of Plainville, and Mackenzie Michaud (Nontraditional Portfolio) of North Attleboro. The 5th Annual Tee Off for Tri-County Golf Tournament will take place on June 9th at Wentworth Hills Country Club in Plainville. We still have some openings for golf teams and especially for sponsors to support the Tri-County Education Foundation. It is a great event!  We'll be raffling off a Rob Gronkowski autographed game jersey at the tournament. You can purchase tickets at the school or the tournament.  Students and teachers can purchase tickets at lunch in the cafeteria. Tri-County juniors and seniors celebrated at Raphael's in Walpole Friday the 5th at the Junior/Senior Prom. The students were great, many members of the faculty were present and a good time was had by all. We are currently in full preparation mode for Senior Week and Graduation. Parents of seniors should keep an eye on their email and regular mail for notification and tickets. Unfortunately last year we were forced inside the gym, but we are hoping this year we will be back outside on the baseball field once again. Each senior will receive three tickets in the event that we are inside again, but all are welcome to the outdoor ceremony. Thanks for your support, Mr. Procaccini Upcoming Events Senior Project Fair May 15 Senior Class Trip May 30 Honors Night May 31 Senior Spirit of Boston Cruise June 1 Last Day for Seniors June 2 Graduation June 4 Tri-County Golf Tournament June 9 About The TC Insider The TC Insider is a biweekly newsletter for the families of Tri-County students. Forward to a Friend Follow on Twitter Like us on Facebook View Email In Browser Tri-County RVTHS 147 Pond Street Franklin, MA 02038 www.tri-county.us 508-528-5400

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Friends of the Franklin Library Memorial Brick Sale for New Library Patio

Dear fellow Franklin resident,

It is an exciting time for the Franklin Public Library, and The Friends of Franklin Library invites you to be a part of it.

In 1904, Franklin’s library was housed in a permanent building for the first time when the Ray Memorial Building—a gift to the citizens of Franklin from the Ray family—was dedicated. From 1987 to 1989, the library underwent extensive restoration to maintain the original beauty and splendor of this classical Greek structure.

Thousands of patrons borrow printed books, audiobooks, magazines, and music CDs, and benefit from computer access, educational programs, and much more. To accommodate the increased use of the facility and its resources, the library is being upgraded and expanded. 

The ongoing library building project includes a special case to display the books personally donated by Benjamin Franklin at the time of the town’s founding. (The availability of these books is the basis for our town’s claim as home to the nation’s first public lending library.)

YOUR BRICK HELPS BUILDS OUR FUTURE

In conjunction with the construction of the new wing and major renovations to the building, a new brick patio will be constructed at the School Street entrance. This area is sure to become a favorite spot for patrons to gather, attend a program, or sit and read in leisure. Wi-Fi will be available on the patio.

How can you participate in the library building project? Order an engraved brick, which will be used to pave this new patio area. Your engraved brick will instill this space with a sense of community pride, and be a lasting contribution to this community treasure. Proceeds from the brick sales will be used to pay for new furniture and to fund other library projects.

Bricks may be purchased for yourself, as a gift in honor of someone, or in memory of a loved one. A brick can be inscribed with the names of individuals or groups of your choice on two or three lines. There is a 15-character limit per line. A brick engraved with two lines costs $50; one with three lines costs $75.

Order forms are available at the library’s Kenwood Circle temporary location. Payments should be mailed to Friends of Franklin Library, P.O. Box 147, Franklin, MA 02038. Our members are available to assist at any time, so feel free to email us at fofl02038@gmail.com.

Thank you for your participation in this special project."


The patio Engraved Brick Fund is sponsored by The Friends of Franklin Library, a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are tax-deductible. All proceeds from brick sales will be used for library projects.

Franklin Library under construction

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http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/friendsbricks_0.pdf

Wins for the FHS baseball, softball and boys lacrosse teams on Friday

From Hockomock Sports, we share the results of the FHS spring sports action on Friday, May 12.

Baseball = King Philip, 0 @ Franklin, 6 – Final

– Franklin’s offense got off to a strong start, plating five runs in the first inning and tacking on one more in the second to beat King Philip and qualify for the state tournament. Junior Bryan Woelfel tossed a complete game shutout with just three hits allowed, one walk and a pair of strikeouts. The Panthers loaded the bases with Jake Lyons (double), Ryan Hodgkins (hit by pitch) and Jason Ulrickson (bunt single) reaching base. Josh Macchi followed with an RBI single, Tyler Gomes knocked in a run with a sac fly and sophomore Alex Haba drove in two with a double. James Leofanti doubled to move Haba to third and Jake Macchi’s sacrifice fly brought Haba home. In the second inning, Ulrickson doubled to score Lyons. King Philip’s Dan Antunes tossed 4.2 scoreless innings of relief for the Warriors.

Softball = Franklin, 8 @ Bridgewater-Raynham, 2 – Final

– Franklin’s offense exploded for 14 hits as a team to complete a season sweep of the Trojans. Ally Shea had a three hits to lead the way while Tara Hartnett (RBI), Olivia DiGiacomo (two RBI, two runs), Anna Balkus (run) and Clara DeCarvalho (RBI double) each had a pair of hits. Alexx Niss also had a hit and brought in a run with a sacrifice fly.

Boys Lacrosse = Franklin, 14 vs. Algonquin, 6 – Final

– Franklin goalie Connor O’Rourke made eight saves the FHS head coach Lou Verrochi praised the defensive effort of his team’s defense as the Panthers picked up a key non-league win. Based on North Attleboro’s win over King Philip, the Panthers clinched at least a share of the Kelley-Rex division title. Eric Civetti had his way on the offensive end, netting eight goals with one assist and Sam Arsenault and Nitin Chaudhury each scored once and had two assists. Packie Watson found the back of the net twice and Kyle McEniry had two helpers; Johnny O’Glishen and Pat Morrison each tallied a goal as well.

For the other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-051217/

FHS Panthers

Eighth Annual Massachusetts Walking Tour arrives in Franklin - June 23

The Eighth Annual Massachusetts Walking Tour, founded by songwriting duo Mark Mandeville and Raianne Richards, will be coming this year to the Blackstone Valley – performing 11 free community concerts while traversing the state on foot. Since 2010, Mandeville and Richards have organized now over 100 coffeehouse style concerts which showcase local musicians and artists across the state – creating a quality evening program for all ages and an opportunity for talent young and old to be enjoyed by a listening audience. Venues chosen for these community concerts include public libraries, town parks, and historical properties – and this year all events have been funded through grants from the Massachusetts Cultural Council program.

Carrying approximately 40-50 lbs of gear and instruments, the Massachusetts Walking Troupe, including veteran members Mark Kilianski (guitar, banjo) and Amy Alvey (fiddle), will be hiking from concert to concert using the Blackstone Valley’s many recreational trails – Southern New England Trunkline Trail (SNETT), Charles River Bikeway, and trails within DCR’s Riverbend Farm to name a few.

Eighth Annual Massachusetts Walking
Tour arrives in Franklin - June 23

In addition to evening concerts, the troupe will also be organizing a series of short group hikes wherein the community will be invited to meet up with the Massachusetts Walking Tour as they travel between towns. These public hikes will highlight some of the Blackstone Valley’s recreational hiking trails, routes which appear in local author Marjorie Turner Hollman’s book Easy Walks In Massachusetts. All routes will be displayed and downloadable at www.masswalkingtour.org.

The Eighth Annual Massachusetts Walking Tour will take place between June 15 and June 24, starting in Webster and ending in Blackstone. All concerts will be from 6-8pm and here is a complete listing of events:


June 15 – Memorial Beach – Webster MA
June 16 – EN Jenckes General Store – Douglas MA
June 17 – River Bend Farm – Uxbridge MA
June 18 – Kiwanis Beach – Upton MA
June 19 – Hopedale Unitarian Parish – Hopedale MA
June 20 – Milford Senior Center – Milford MA
June 21 – Medway Public Library – Medway MA
June 22 – Bellingham Public Library – Bellingham MA
June 23 – Franklin Public Library – Franklin MA
June 24 – Blackstone Boys and Girls Club – Blackstone MA

For more information on these events or for videos of previous year’s Massachusetts Walking Tours, please visit www.masswalkingtour.org. If you are an artist or musician from the towns above, and you would like to be involved in an event, send an email to masswalkingtour@gmail.com or find the Massachusetts Walking Tour on Facebook.