Franklin Library: Teddy Bear Picnic - June 22

Teddy Bear Picnic at the Town Common, Thursday, June 22, 12:00 p.m.

Franklin Library: Teddy Bear Picnic - June 22

This was shared from the Franklin Library page
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2017/06/teddy-bear-picnic-at-town-common.html

"Participating students also gained an advantage"

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

"While students get a break from school over the summer, that doesn’t mean they should take a break from learning, many educators and advocates say. 

When kids experience the so-called “summer slide,” they lose some of the knowledge and skills they acquired during the school year. The result is that some – particularly those who may have already been struggling academically – can fall behind when they return to school in the fall. 

“For the first months when they come back to school, it’s like the teachers are retraining the kids,” said Jennifer Francioso, president of the Massachusetts Parent Teacher Association."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170618/combating-summer-learning-loss


This summer, the library is rolling out a whole bunch of fun new items to encourage literacy and creative play! Be sure to stop in and explore the fun new items we'll be unveiling each week! Check out the Summer Program flyer:
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/summer_2017_trifold_update.pdf

Lifelong Learning offers rising 9th graders the "High School Experience"
http://franklinlifelonglearning.com/high_school_experience/index.php

The summer enrichment programs will be held in three locations: Franklin High School, Horace Mann Middle School, and Oak Street Elementary School. There will be a nurse at the Oak Street/Horace Mann complex and a nurse at Franklin High School.
http://www.franklinlifelonglearning.com/summer_program/index.php

http://www.franklinlifelonglearning.com/summer_program/index.php

“For a lot of kids it’s a fresh start”

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

"Facing steadily rising costs to educate students each year, several MetroWest and Milford-area school systems are using school choice money to make upgrades and prevent cuts to programs and staff. 

Public school districts can vote to accept students from outside their district under the state’s school choice program. A student’s home district pays the receiving district a tuition – typically about $5,000 – each year a student is enrolled in the receiving system. Districts that enroll in school choice can limit the number of students they want to accept each year and into which grades, but cannot remove a student once he or she joins. 

Holliston has been a staple in the program since it was created in 1991 and has drawn several out-of-district students the past several years due, in part, to the district’s French immersion classes, Montessori education and small class sizes, said Superintendent Brad Jackson. 

“Some students and families are looking for a more intimate and small school district,” he said. “Others are just seeking a change in venue.”

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170618/school-choice-helps-some-districts-make-improvements-avoid-cuts

While not covered by the article, Franklin used to use school choice but the School Committee has voted not to use school choice. The decision was based upon the class size. When school choice is opened, students can come into any grade and then the district is committed to serve them until their leave or graduate. While the funds provided would be nice, there wasn't sufficient capacity to provide for the option. If I recall correctly, the district peaked at about 70 students and the school choice enrollment has declined over the years to less than a dozen or so.

Milford Daily News article from 2013
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/05/we-strategically-add-seats.html

The article from 2013 includes a table on the school choice enrollment from the 2003-2004 school year through 2013
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/04/franklin-public-schools-school-choice.html

School Committee decision in 2016
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/04/real-time-reporting-school-committee.html

School Committee agenda for March 2017
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/03/franklin-ma-school-committee-agenda_28.html

Parmenter school sign

Register O'Donnell Promotes Homestead Act

	Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
	Register O'Donnell Promotes Homestead Act Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell today reminded homeowners about the importance of filing for Homestead protection. Under Massachusetts law, a Homestead recording provides for limited protection against the forced sale of an individual's primary residence to satisfy unsecured debt up to $500,000. "For most people, their home is the most important financial asset they have," noted Register O'Donnell. "If you own a home, and it is your primary residence, one way to protect it is to file a Homestead. The Homestead law also allows for the filing of an Elderly Homestead application, which defines an elder as a person who is 62 years of age or older. This protection can be increased if the elderly couple files jointly." O'Donnell further stated, "The Homestead Law was significantly enhanced by an act of the Massachusetts Legislature back in 2011. Language in the new law states a valid Homestead cannot be terminated when refinancing a mortgage. Other changes include wording which states that a Homestead can provide protections for a primary home even if it is kept in trust. The definition of a primary residence has been further expanded to include a manufactured or mobile home." While a Homestead provides important protections for consumers, it is important to note there are certain debts that are exempted from protection under the Homestead Act. These include federal, state and local tax liens, as well as mortgages contracted for the purchase of a primary home and nursing home liens. Most other mortgages, debts, and encumbrances existing prior to the filing of the Declaration of Homestead, along with probate court executions for spousal and child support, are also not covered under the Homestead protection statute. Homestead recordings can be filed at the Registry of Deeds for a state imposed fee of $36.00. To find out more about the Homestead law, or to get a free application, please go online to the Registry's website at www.norfolkdeeds.org or contact the Registry's Customer Service Center at 781-461-6101. Register O'Donnell concluded, "It is important to reiterate that a Homestead protects consumers against the forced sale of their primary owned residence to satisfy unsecured debt up to $500,000. While the debt is still owed, homeowners will at least have the comfort of knowing that with a Homestead filed at the Registry of Deeds, their primary residence cannot be forcibly sold to satisfy most debts." To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, like us at 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

"you talk to kids about caring for themselves”

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

"At age 15, when he was spending his mother’s money on drugs and getting drunk to hang out with friends he’d known his entire life, Chris Herren wishes someone had asked him one simple question. 

Why? 

“Like, with all you have going for you, why?” said Herren, the former Boston Celtics player and one-time drug user who now dedicates his life to the cause of preventing others from making the same bad choices he made. 

Decades later, Herren is imploring schools to begin asking that same question of their students, promoting dialogue around the factors that lead young people to use drugs and alcohol."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170617/chris-herren-on-substance-abuse-we-need-to-serve-kids-better

Chris spoke at FHS in February 2016. My notes from his talk sponsored by the SAFE Coalition can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/03/chris-herren-tells-it-like-it-is.html

#safe-ch0229 "I did not know that one pill was going to change my life"

Rail Good Coffee expands the brewing

On the #shopFranklin front, the recent announcement by Rail Good Coffee reminds me that they are now operating in three locations. Folks who use the Franklin/Dean station can stop for coffee in the station shop. Rail Good Coffee also operates the coffee shop at the Walpole Station and recently reached an agreement to operate the Franklin/Forge Park Station coffeeshop. 

Three opportunities to get Rail Good Coffee.

And now this week, Rail Good Coffee is also offered in pound packs to brew at home or the office.

Way to go Randy!

Inside the Rail Good Coffee shop at Franklin Dean (Facebook image)

If you can visit Rail Good Coffee in person, you can visit them on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/RailGoodCoffee/

Franklin Library: Summer Reading Kickoff Carnival - June 21

Summer Reading Kick-off Carnival, Wednesday, June 21, 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Franklin Library: Summer Reading Kickoff Carnival - June 21

This summer, the library is rolling out a whole bunch of fun new items to encourage literacy and creative play! Be sure to stop in and explore the fun new items we'll be unveiling each week!

Check out the Summer Program flyer:
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/summer_2017_trifold_update.pdf

4th of July Schedule of Events

The schedule of events for the Franklin 4th of July has been posted to the webpage  http://july4thfranklinma.com/

Thursday, June 29

6pm - 10pm Rides and food booths open
7pm - 10pm Swimmer (Band)

Friday, June 30

6pm - 10pm Rides and food booths open
7pm - 10pm ZOD (Band)

Saturday, July 1

11am - 11pm Rides and food booths open
1pm - 2pm Vics and Sticks
2pm - 3pm Flippo the Clown
3pm - 4pm Jamie Barrett
4pm - 6pm Tyler Zajac (acoustic)
7pm - 10pm Groove Doctors (Band)

Sunday, July 2

1pm - 11pm Rides and food booths open
4pm - 7pm Matt Zajac (acoustic)
7pm - 10pm Phantom (Band)

Monday, July 3

6pm - 10pm Rides and food booths open
7pm - 10pm Victory Shot (Band)
10pm Laser Light Show (Town Common)

Tuesday, July 4

12pm - 5pm Rides and food booths open

Haunted House on the Town Common 2016

You can catch a video segment with Polikseni Manxhari in Episode 7 of the Franklin Almanac as she meets with Joseph Carmignani to review the plans.






You can certainly watch the entire 29 minute video or skip to about 15:30 ti catch the 4th of July segment

Opening- 00:00- 00:43
Healthy Kids Day- 00:44-05:47
Franklin Beautification Day- 05:48-10:17
HMEA 5K- 10:18-15:17
Franklin Fourth of July Celebration- 15:28-22:40
In Memory of Michael Doherty- 22:42-25:15
Final Thoughts- 25:16- 27:18


Updated: As I did my "reporting by walking around" Franklin on Saturday morning I happened upon Paul Kortick and Joseph Carmignani doing some planning at the King St Dunkin Donuts.

FHS girls track 4x800 relay ran 9:18.5 for a new school record

Via the Twitterverse

Girls 4x800 just ran 9:18.5!!! 2nd in their heat and just set a new FHS record! Awesome job!

— Coach Bailey (@FranklinHSXC) June 16, 2017

FHS NEW school record in the 4x800 and 2nd place in the Emerging Elite Division of the New Balance National Championship! #PantherPride pic.twitter.com/SzEsBDp4IB

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) June 16, 2017

Just sayin...this is kind of a big deal. Way to go girls!!!!!! https://t.co/4JOYVb0zDv

— FranklinHighSchool (@FranklinHS) June 16, 2017

https://twitter.com/FHSSports/status/875738346357706753

Affordable Housing Lottery: 32 Brandywine Road - Application Due Jun 19

Friendly reminder that the application for this lottery is due Monday, June 19

Brandywine Village Lottery: 32 Brandywine Road, $247,000. 3 Bedroom, 2.5 bathrooms Central Air, Gas Heat, 2 Car Garage. 

Information Session to be held on Wednesday, May 31 at 6:00 pm in the Council Chambers. 

Application deadline is Monday, June 19, Late or incomplete applications will not be entered into Lottery. 

Lottery will be held on Saturday, June 24 at 10:00 AM.

Information page and lottery application
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/32_brandywine_information_package_and_application_1.pdf

Affordable Housing Lottery: 32 Brandywine Road

The reminder was shared from the Town of Franklin page

http://www.franklinma.gov/home/events/125173

Community Concert with the Massachusetts Walking Tour - June 23

Join songwriting duo Mark Mandeville and Raianne Richards and their band for a community concert at the Franklin Public Library, part of an 11 part concert series! 

The concert performers are hiking to each concert venue throughout the 11 day series, using the Blackstone Valley’s many recreational trails to get to each concert! 

What better way to celebrate the beginning of summer than with music, nature, and libraries! 

For more information, please visit masswalkingtour.org .

Earlier this week, the Walking Tour was on a section of the SNETT Trail in Douglas, MA

Follow the Facebook page for updates as the tour makes it way to Franklin next Friday, June 23  https://www.facebook.com/MAWalkingTour/

Related post with the full schedule of the walking tour
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/05/eighth-annual-massachusetts-walking.html

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 6/16/17 - THU 6/22/17

FRIDAY 6/16/17
12-6pm   Franklin Farmers Market @ Town Common
3:30pm   Summer Reading Book Tote Decorating @ Franklin Public Library
4:30pm   Yoga on the Town Common
6pm-8am(next day)   Relay for Life of Franklin, Bellingham, Wrentham @ Tri-County RVTHS

SATURDAY 6/17/17
9am-3pm   Book Sale ($1 a book) @ Franklin Public Library
8am   American Legion Post 75: 5mile and 5K Road Races @ Remington MS
10-1pm   Franklin Historical Museum Open
1pm   Flag Ceremony by Franklin Elks @ Franklin Town Common
7:30pm   Black Box Cabaret Series: Galen Hancock and Catherine Weiss

SUNDAY 6/18/17
9am-12pm   Bag Sale ($5 for bag of books) @ Franklin Public Library
1-4pm   Franklin Historical Museum Open
1:15-3:15pm   Franklin Historical Museum: Maureen Taylor - Photo Detective

MONDAY 6/19/17
7pm   Learn to Cope Franklin Chapter Meeting @ FUSF

WEDNESDAY 6/21/17
Last Day of School for Franklin Public Schools - half day
3-5pm   Summer Reading Kickoff Carnival @ Franklin Public Library
5-8pm   Open House @ Russian School of Mathematics

THURSDAY 6/22/17
12pm   Teddy Bear Picnic @ Franklin Town Common
1-6pm   American Red Cross Blood Drive @ Elks Lodge (Pond Street)
5-8pm   Franklin Historical Museum Open
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.

*To submit an event for the Community Calendar, please use this FORM.

Franklin Library: Book Sale, Saturday, June 17; Bag Sale, Sunday, June 18

Franklin Public Library Book Sale, Saturday, June 17, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The bag sale is Sunday from 9:00 to noon.

This was shared from the Franklin Library page
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2017/06/book-sale-saturday-june-17-900-am-to.html

FHS representatives for baseball and softball Hockomock League all stars

Below are the official 2017 Hockomock League Baseball and Softball All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league and published by Hockomock Sports .Com.


Baseball = HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Will Weir, King Philip

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Jake Noviello, Franklin
Ryan Hodgkins, Franklin
Alex Haba, Franklin
Jason Ulrickson, Franklin

HONORABLE MENTIONS
Jake Lyons, Franklin


Softball = HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Emily Piergustavo, Milford

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Ally Shea, Franklin

HONORABLE MENTIONS
Jackie Cherry, Franklin

https://hockomocksports.com/2017-hockomock-league-baseball-all-stars/
https://hockomocksports.com/2017-hockomock-league-softball-all-stars/

https://hockomocksports.com/

American Legion 5M and 5K Scholarship Fund Road Race - June 17

American Legion

5M and 5K Scholarship Fund Road Race

Saturday June 17th, 2017 at 8 AM

• Post race refreshments
• Prizes awarded by category
• T-Shirts for entrants
• Raffle Prizes-All Entrants Included!

Help support our effort to give scholarships to high school students looking at the high cost of secondary education. All profits from this event will go to the Scholarship Funds for Medway Post 367 and Franklin Post 75.

• Registration: 7:00 – 7:45 AM
• Start Time: 8:00 AM
• Start / Finish: Remington Middle School, 628 Washington St. Franklin,MA
• Run – 5 mile or 5k loop on paved roads
• Entry Fee: $25, $15 for High School Students

Register online via the Franklin Post Site: http://www.mapost75.com/

Race registration info and form:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczTzJ5U2Q0QXIxNlk/view?usp=sharing

screen grab of American Legion Post 75 webpage