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Monday, September 11, 2017
Norfolk County Registry of Deeds: Register O'Donnell Announces August '17 Real Estate Results
VA Home Loan Home Buyer Seminar - Sep 19
Sadly, 5% of Massachusetts Veteran's use their VA home loan benefits, the lowest in the country. Most Veteran's are unaware they have these well deserved benefits.
Please come and learn the significant financial rewards of the Veteran's Home Loan Guarantee Program and how you can become a homeowner today.
http://www.burbsofboston.com/va-home-loan-home-buyer-seminar/
When: Tuesday, Sep 19, 2017 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Where: VFW, 1034 Pond St., Franklin, MA
Please come and learn the significant financial rewards of the Veteran's Home Loan Guarantee Program and how you can become a homeowner today.
http://www.burbsofboston.com/va-home-loan-home-buyer-seminar/
When: Tuesday, Sep 19, 2017 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Where: VFW, 1034 Pond St., Franklin, MA
VA Home Loan Home Buyer Seminar - Sep 19 |
"all very positive things about the district”
Devyn Forcina, Editor of Pantherbook, interviews Dr Sara Ahern, the Superintendent of Franklin Public Schools.
https://franklinpanthers.us/top-stories/2017/09/08/dr-ahern-putting-the-super-in-superintendent/
“I want everyone to know that I want to know about their experience at, and about, Franklin public schools”, says Dr. Sara Ahern, the new superintendent of Franklin Public Schools. Dr. Ahern is a passionate, caring, and enthusiastic educator who I had the pleasure of interviewing last week. In this article, you can learn more about our new superintendent.Continue reading the article online
https://franklinpanthers.us/top-stories/2017/09/08/dr-ahern-putting-the-super-in-superintendent/
Dr Ahern answers questions during the community forum earlier this year |
Sunday, September 10, 2017
Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Sep 13, 2017
The published agenda and documents for the Franklin Town Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 13, 2017
(Note: where there are active links in the agenda item, it will take you to the associated document)
You can also download and review the 166 pages of documents released for this agenda
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/september_13_2017_town_council_agenda.pdf
(Note: where there are active links in the agenda item, it will take you to the associated document)
You can also download and review the 166 pages of documents released for this agenda
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/september_13_2017_town_council_agenda.pdf
Agenda Item | Summary |
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A. Approval of Minutes |
A. Approval of Minutes - August 9, 2017 - (Motion to Approve August 9, 2017 Meeting Minutes - Majority vote - (5))
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B. Announcements |
B. Announcements -
1. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 11 and Verizon channel 29. This meeting may also be recorded by others.
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C. Proclamations/Recognitions |
C. Proclamations/Recognitions - Swearing in of Firefighters
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D. Citizen Comments |
D. Citizen Comments - Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to five minutes on a matter that is not on the Agenda. The Council will not engage in a dialogue or comment on a matter raised during Citizen Comments. The Town Council will give remarks appropriate consideration and may ask the Town Administrator to reivew the matter.
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E. Appointments |
E. Appointments
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F. Hearings |
F. Hearings - Zoning Bylaw Amendment 17-795R: Zoning Map Changes from Business and Commercial II to Single Family Residential IV and Commercial I, in an Area on or Near Union, Cottage, and Saxon Streets - 7:10 pm
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G. License Transactions |
G. License Transactions:
1. Ashadeep, Inc. d/b/a Union Street Wine & Liquors - Change in Officer/Director, Transfer of Stock - 7:10 pm
2. 99 Restaurant - Change in Officer/Director - 7:10 pm
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H. Presentations/Discussions |
H. Presentations/Discussions - Franklin 4th of July Committee
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I. Subcommittee Reports |
I. Subcommittee Reports
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J. Legislation for Action |
J. Legislation for Action:
1. Resolution 17-52: Transfer of Two Town-Owned Parcels of Vacant Land to Care, Etc of the Conservation Commision (Motion to Move Resolution 17-52 - 2/3 Majority vote (6)
2. Resolution 17-53: Disolution of Horace Mann Statue Committee (Motion to Move Resolution 17-53 - Majority vote (5))
3. Resolution 17-54: Franklin Green Community Designation (Motion to Move Resolution 17-54 - Majority vote (5))
4. Bylaw Amendment 17-796: Chapter 63, Buildings, Numbering of - 1st Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 17-796 to a 2nd Reading - Majority vote (5))
5. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 17-795R: Zoning Map Changes from Business and Commercial II to Single Family Residential IV and Commercial I, In an Area on or Near Union, Cottage, and Saxon Streets - 1st Reading (Motion to Move Zoning Bylaw Amendment 17-795R to a 2nd Reading - Majority vote (5))
6. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 17-797: Setbacks for Accessory Building and Structures - Referral to Planning Board (Motion to refer Zoning Bylaw Amendment 17-797 to the Planning Board - Majority vote (5))
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K. Town Administrator's Report |
K. Town Administrator's Report - Update on Town Council Goals
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L. Future Agenda Items |
L. Future Agenda Items
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M. Council Comments |
M. Council Comments
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N. Executive Session |
N. Executive Session
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O. Adjourn |
O. Adjourn
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the Library renovation is nearing completion. The temporary location will close on Sep 16 to begin the move back to 118 Main St |
The Updated Franklin Candidate listing for Election Nov 7, 2017
From Teresa Burr, Franklin Town Clerk:
As of Friday, September 8, 2017 the following list of residents had taken out nomination papers for the upcoming Biennial Town Election this November 7, 2017
Town Council – 9 Seats
- Deborah L. Pellegri - Candidate for Re-Election
- Judith Pond Pfeffer - Candidate for Re-Election
- Glenn Jones - Candidate for Re-Election
- Andrew Bissanti - Candidate for Re-Election
- Thomas D. Mercer - Candidate for Re-Election
- Robert Dellorco - Candidate for Re-Election
- Peter E. Padula – Candidate for Re-Election
- Matthew Kelly – Candidate for Re-Election
- Eamon McCarthy-Earls
- Melanie Hamblen
- Patrick Casey
- Anthony D. Padula
- Benjamin M. Terry
- Mickey Lee Whitmore
School Committee – 7 Seats
- Anne K. Bergen – Candidate for Re-Election
- Cynthia Douglas - Candidate for Re-Election
- Denise L. Schultz - Candidate for Re-Election
- Mary Jane Scofield – Candidate for Re-Election
- Dr. Monica Linden
- Alexandra Porter-Marques
- Virginia (Gigi) Zub
- Dianne C. Feeley
Planning Board – 2 Seats
- Joseph Halligan - Candidate for Re-Election
- Anthony D. Padula – Candidate for Re-Election
Planning Board –Associate – 1 Seat
- Richard W. Power, Sr.
Board of Health – 1 Seat
- Bruce J. Hunchard - Candidate for Re-Election
- Bridget Sweet
Board of Assessors – 1 Seat
- Christopher K. Feeley – Candidate for Re-Election
You can also find this listing on the Town of Franklin webpage
Franklin Election Collection - 2017
FHS girls soccer tie Algonquin 1-1
From Hockomock Sports and Twitter, we share the results of the FHS girls soccer game against Algonquin on Saturday. The only scheduled match for FHS this weekend.
Girls Soccer
Franklin, 1 vs. Algonquin, 1 – Final
For other results around the Hockomock League on Saturday
https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-090917/
Girls Soccer
Franklin, 1 vs. Algonquin, 1 – Final
– Freshman Erin Quaile scored the goal for the Panther off an assist by sophomore Carly Alston.
For other results around the Hockomock League on Saturday
https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-090917/
1-1 tie against Algonquin. Goal by Erin quaile. Assist by Carly Alston.— FHSG Varsity Soccer (@fhsgvsoccer) September 9, 2017
FHS Panthers |
Franklin Library closing Sep 16 to begin move back to 118 Main St
The Franklin Public Library is closing the Temporary Location (25 Kenwood Circle) on Saturday, September 16.
The Library will be closed for approximately four weeks. If you have holds, check their status to see if the pickup location has been changed. If placing a hold, please change the pickup location to a nearby library.
The Library will be closed for approximately four weeks. If you have holds, check their status to see if the pickup location has been changed. If placing a hold, please change the pickup location to a nearby library.
Franklin Library closing Sep 16 to begin move back to 118 Main St |
Acme Jazz Quartet Kicks Off New Season of Live Music at THE BLACK BOX
The Acme Jazz Quartet kicks off an exciting new season of live music at THE BLACK BOX, downtown Franklin’s theater, music and event venue, on Friday, September 15 at 8 p.m. The Quartet features Kenny Hadley (drums), Mark White (guitar), Mark Poniatowski (bass) and Arnie Krakowsky (saxophone), four world-class musicians whose performance resumes include a long list of music royalty.
A suburban hub for great music, THE BLACK BOX presents wide-ranging music entertainment, slated to include a Big Band Brunch, classical concert, cabaret performances, New England Artist Series events and more this fall. The home of the Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC), THE BLACK BOX is located at 15 West Central Street.
Drummer Kenny Hadley has performed with Van Morrison, Dizzy Gillespie, Peter Wolf, The Drifters and Rebecca Parris. His acclaimed Kenny Hadley Big Band has shared the stage with the Count Basie Orchestra and the Duke Ellington Orchestra and has hosted guest soloists including Clark Terry and Louie Bellson.
Bassist Mark Poniatowski is an Associate Professor at Berklee College of Music. His extensive performing experience includes the Manchester Jazz and Blues Festival with the Toni Lynn Washington Band and the Boston Blues Festival with Joe Bargar and the Soul Providers, as well as with Sid Caesar, Floyd Dixon, Janiva Magness, Rita Moreno and Junior Watson.
Poniatowski’s recordings include “Mississippi Moan” with the Bruce Katz Band and “The George Carlin Show” soundtrack. Guitarist Mark White has performed with the Boston Pops under Keith Lockhart, Boston Musica Viva under Richard Pitman, and the New England Ragtime Ensemble under Gunther Schuller, as well as with the Empire Brass Quintet, George Russell, Gil Evans and Anthony Braxton, and numerous theatre engagements with touring Broadway companies.
A Professor of Guitar at Berklee College of Music, Mark White has taught over 25 clinics for Berklee in Ecuador, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Columbia, Germany, Italy, Japan and Korea. Saxophonist Arnie Krakowsky has performed with Dick Johnson and the Artie Shaw Orchestra, the Lionel Hampton Band, Phil Woods, Dave McKenna, Ray Charles, Frank Sinatra, Jr., and Tony Bennett. His recordings include “Where the Tenor Meets the Bone” and “Is It Minor Yours.”
Tickets for the September 15th evening with the Acme Jazz Quartet are $20 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. A cash bar is available. For tickets and more information, visit www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com or call (508) 528-3370.
A suburban hub for great music, THE BLACK BOX presents wide-ranging music entertainment, slated to include a Big Band Brunch, classical concert, cabaret performances, New England Artist Series events and more this fall. The home of the Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC), THE BLACK BOX is located at 15 West Central Street.
Drummer Kenny Hadley has performed with Van Morrison, Dizzy Gillespie, Peter Wolf, The Drifters and Rebecca Parris. His acclaimed Kenny Hadley Big Band has shared the stage with the Count Basie Orchestra and the Duke Ellington Orchestra and has hosted guest soloists including Clark Terry and Louie Bellson.
Acme Jazz Quartet Kicks Off New Season of Live Music at THE BLACK BOX |
Bassist Mark Poniatowski is an Associate Professor at Berklee College of Music. His extensive performing experience includes the Manchester Jazz and Blues Festival with the Toni Lynn Washington Band and the Boston Blues Festival with Joe Bargar and the Soul Providers, as well as with Sid Caesar, Floyd Dixon, Janiva Magness, Rita Moreno and Junior Watson.
Poniatowski’s recordings include “Mississippi Moan” with the Bruce Katz Band and “The George Carlin Show” soundtrack. Guitarist Mark White has performed with the Boston Pops under Keith Lockhart, Boston Musica Viva under Richard Pitman, and the New England Ragtime Ensemble under Gunther Schuller, as well as with the Empire Brass Quintet, George Russell, Gil Evans and Anthony Braxton, and numerous theatre engagements with touring Broadway companies.
A Professor of Guitar at Berklee College of Music, Mark White has taught over 25 clinics for Berklee in Ecuador, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Columbia, Germany, Italy, Japan and Korea. Saxophonist Arnie Krakowsky has performed with Dick Johnson and the Artie Shaw Orchestra, the Lionel Hampton Band, Phil Woods, Dave McKenna, Ray Charles, Frank Sinatra, Jr., and Tony Bennett. His recordings include “Where the Tenor Meets the Bone” and “Is It Minor Yours.”
Tickets for the September 15th evening with the Acme Jazz Quartet are $20 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. A cash bar is available. For tickets and more information, visit www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com or call (508) 528-3370.
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United Regional Chamber of Commerce: Legislative Update Sponsor Opportunity
Legislative Update with Featured Speaker, Congressman Joseph Kennedy III
Sponsor the Legislative Update lunch at the following levels:
Platinum Sponsor
$2,000.00 - 1 available - Name and logo on all materials and signage for the event - Bio and company information to be put on website - 4 tickets to the event - Ad on Chamber website for 6 months
Diamond Sponsor
$1,000.00 - 2 available - All of the above excluding the story and bio on website, smaller logo and typeface, positioned below the platinum - 2 tickets to event - Ad on the Chamber website for 3 months
Gold Sponsor
$500.00 - 4 available - Above excluding the tickets - Ad on the Chamber website for 1 month
Silver Sponsor
$250.00 - Event signage only
Table Sponsor
$100.00 - Sign on table acknowledging the sponsorship
For more information, please call the chamber office at 508-316-0861.
- September 20th
- 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
- Dean College
Platinum Sponsor
$2,000.00 - 1 available - Name and logo on all materials and signage for the event - Bio and company information to be put on website - 4 tickets to the event - Ad on Chamber website for 6 months
Diamond Sponsor
$1,000.00 - 2 available - All of the above excluding the story and bio on website, smaller logo and typeface, positioned below the platinum - 2 tickets to event - Ad on the Chamber website for 3 months
Gold Sponsor
$500.00 - 4 available - Above excluding the tickets - Ad on the Chamber website for 1 month
Silver Sponsor
$250.00 - Event signage only
Table Sponsor
$100.00 - Sign on table acknowledging the sponsorship
For more information, please call the chamber office at 508-316-0861.
United Regional Chamber of Commerce: Legislative Update Sponsor Opportunity |
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