Wine tasting to support the All Night Party

You’re invited to a wine tasting supporting the Franklin All Night Party. To reserve your seat, please drop a $35 check in my mailbox made out to FHS All Night Party. 21 Pearl St. Franklin

What’s the All Night Party? Every year after the FHS Senior Class graduates, we throw an awesome party at Horace Mann Middle School! It’s the communities way of keeping our kids safe. It takes about 300 volunteers to pull it together every year.

This is not a town paid event. The community has come together to make this event happen year after year since 1991.

For fun, we are having our second annual wine tasting at Franklin Liquors on Jan. 27, 7 PM.

I’m happy to reserve a seat or table for you and your friends! It’s a great way to get out with friends!



When
Saturday, January 27 at 7 PM - 9 PM

Where
Franklin Liquors
363 E Central St, Franklin, Massachusetts 02038

The Facebook event can be found 
https://www.facebook.com/events/336632846740329/

Wine tasting to support the All Night Party

For more info about the All Night Party, visit their webpage
http://www.fhsallnightparty.com/

If you can't make the wine tasting and want to contribute, there is a donation button on the webpage!

"Congratulations on the Town of Franklin’s designation as a Green Community!"

Here is the official letter from the MA State Department of Energy Resources announcing the "Green Community" award for Franklin:




This announcement had been posted here at the beginning of the month
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/01/franklin-gains-green-community-status.html

You can also find the letter on the Town of Franklin webpage
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/franklin.gc11.ltr_1.pdf

solar panels at Mt St Mary's Abbey provide over 90% of Franklin's electricity

Meeting to review "Council Procedures Manual" - Jan 10

Before the Town Council meeting on Wednesday, Jan 10, the subcommittee looking to possible revisions or updates to the Council Procedures Manual is scheduled to meet at 6:00 PM in room 205.

The procedures manual is what sets out the order (agenda) and conduct of the meeting. The meeting is governed by Robert's Rules of Order per this manual.

Review the current version here



or from the Town of Franklin webpage
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/uploads/councilprocedures2016.pdf

What are Robert's Rules of Order?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert%27s_Rules_of_Order

or  http://www.rulesonline.com/



Side note: when visiting New Bedford this summer, I found out that Captain Henry Martyn Roberts had been assigned there to build Fort Rodman (now called Fort Tabor Park) to protect the entrance to the harbor. It was while stationed there, he conducted a meeting and lost control of it. He went home that night to write down the process so that wouldn't happen the next time. These parliamentary procedures are what we know and use today as Robert's Rules of Order.

Captain Henry Martyn Roberts had been assigned to
build Fort Rodman (now called Fort Tabor Park)

2018 Family Concert Series: Sunday Afternoon Blues - Jan 7

FPAC launches the 2018 Family Concert Series on January 7, at 1 p.m. with a program of Sunday Afternoon Blues, featuring Mark Poniatowski on bass, Sonya Rae Taylor on guitar/vocals, Johnny Juxo on keys, Ed Scheer on drums/vocals and Bobby Gus on guitar. 

Showcasing talented professional musicians in an engaging and entertaining format, Family Concert Series events are presented free to the community and are especially geared to children. 

Sponsored by Berry Insurance, the concerts provide young audiences with a fun introduction to the world of live music.

2018 Family Concert Series: Sunday Afternoon Blues - Jan 7

"advised residents to shovel out fire hydrants"

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

"Franklin Police Sgt. Brian Johnson warned drivers about the icy roads. 

“The biggest fear right now is things freezing,” he said. “Unfortunately when it gets this cold, if the roads are still snow-covered or wet, even throwing down sand and salt doesn’t do too much.” 

Local DPW officials have also been reaching out to residents in locations around town that historically have water pipe problems during the arctic cold."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180105/local-police-fire-dpw-crews-prepare-to-battle-bitter-cold-temperatures-this-weekend

"advised residents to shovel out fire hydrants"

Senator Ross: December 2017 State House Update

Senator Richard J. Ross, State House Update, December 2017 View this email in your browser Facebook Twitter Website LinkedIn State Senator Richard J. Ross (R-Wrentham) proudly serving the Norfolk, Bristol and Middlesex District. State House Room 419 Boston, MA 02133 Ph: 617-722-1555 Fax: 617-722-1054 Email: richard.ross@masenate.gov Dear Friends, It is my hope that you had a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukah and joyous holiday season. In the legislature we have completed much work but there is so much yet to do in this legislative session. As the new year begins, we reflect on what this past year has brought us and for what we are thankful. We addressed healthcare reform where I co-sponsored bills to address rising costs, negligent caretakers and risky insurance practices. I filed bipartisan legislation to improve access and affordability of cancer clinical trials across the state. We took up the issue of graduate student loan debt that is affecting our children and families and debated telecommunication regulations for the coming year. These are just a few of the many important topics taken up this session. Be sure to read more about my legislation in the Legislative Spotlight section. In the past year, I've worked to bring back significant funding to this district for various programs and projects, including infrastructure improvements, environmental protection grants, public school aid and much more. I've also worked to maintain fiscal discipline in our state budget and only spend within our means – and not waste your hard earned tax dollars. The Spring 2018 session will be a busy one and I am looking forward to working with my colleagues to continue improving our great Commonwealth. I have had the pleasure of meeting various constituents from our district at my office hours and at State House visits. I appreciate hearing from you on the things that matter to our district and our Commonwealth. It is an honor to serve as your State Senator. As always, please feel free to reach out to my office directly at 617-722-1555 or email Richard.Ross@masenate.gov. Sincerely,     This newsletter was shortened for publication here, to view the full set of content  View this email in your browser

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Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 1/5/18 - THU 1/11/18

FRIDAY 1/5/18
6:30pm  Electric Youth 2018 @ The Black Box
8:30pm  Electric Youth 2018 @ The Black Box

SATURDAY 1/6/18
10am-1pm   Franklin Historical Museum Open
3:30pm   Franklin Elks Hoop Shoot Free Throw Contest @ Franklin YMCA
8pm   Circle of Friends Coffeehouse: Danielle Miraglia @ FUSF

SUNDAY 1/7/18
7:30-10:30am   Sunday Breakfast @ Franklin Rod and Gun Club
1pm   2018 Family Concert Series - Sunday Afternoon Blues, Free - Sponsored by Berry Insurance @ The Black Box
1-4pm   Franklin Historical Museum Open
2-4pm   Chess Group @ Franklin Public Library
5-6:30pm   Fitness Fundraiser (benefits Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation) @ Dean College

MONDAY 1/8/18
10am   Storytime at the Farm (all ages) @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
10:30am   Move Along @ Franklin Public Library
11am   Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
3pm   Monday Crafternoons @ Franklin Public Library

TUESDAY 1/9/18
9am   School Concert @ Parmenter Elementary
10am   Free Trial Class: Music Together @ Franklin Music, Movement and Mindfulness
10:30am   Get Ready for Kindergarten @ Franklin Public Library
11:15am   Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
4pm   Free Trial Class: Kidding Around Yoga @ Franklin Music, Movement and Mindfulness
7pm   Guided Meditation for Stress Relief with Suzi Purcell @ Franklin Public Library
7:30pm   Franklin and Bellingham Rail Trail Committee Meeting (public welcome) @ Franklin YMCA

WEDNESDAY 1/10/18
9am   School Concert @ Keller Elementary
10am   Animal Tales (for ages 2.5-5) @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
10:30am   Terrific Toddlers @ Franklin Public Library
11am   Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
4pm   Construction Junction @ Franklin Public Library
6:30pm   Christian Zen Weekly Meditation @ McMahon Guest House (1061 Upper Union Street)
6:30pm   Teen Advisory Board @ Franklin Public Library
7:30pm   Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club Meeting @ 3 Restaurant
7:30pm   Let’s Laugh Today (Laughter Yoga) @ FUSF

THURSDAY 1/11/18
9am   School Concert (3rd and 4th grade) @ Parameter Elementary
9:30am   Baby Tummy Time (ages 0-18 months) @ Franklin Public Library
10:30am   Story and Craft @ Franklin Public Library
11:15am   Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
1-6pm   American Red Cross Blood Drive @ Elks Lodge
7pm   Healing Hearts Community Support Group @ Franklin YMCA 
7pm   Wine Aromas Class @ Franklin Liquors

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