Franklin Food Pantry: Wow!

December 2017    Thank you!    Dear Friends, "Wow" is the word that comes to mind when I look back at the last few weeks of our busiest time of year. I am touched by a community that has such tremendous capacity to think of, and do for, others. The spirit of giving throughout the season was embraced by all ages. Davis Thayer students once again embarked on their trek through town to deliver goods to the Pantry. In the month of November alone, community groups held 30 food and fund drives bringing in 10,000 pounds of food! The Franklin Food Elves Campaign was the most successful drive in its 12-year history, giving us the means to purchase fresh food to supplement the product donations. The Franklin Turkey Trot broke all records with nearly 1,000 people coming out to support the Pantry.  On the receiving end of this generosity are 1,000 individuals, including nearly 300 children, who will be less hungry because of your gifts. They will have enough nutritious food to enjoy the holidays without the distraction of hunger. They will have access to food and personal care essentials throughout the winter because of your support in recent weeks. This week, when we finished our ham dinner distribution to more than 200 families, I felt a huge sense of pride in being part of such a giving community. A group of supporters, donors and volunteers, who made it possible for our clients to enjoy the comfort of a holiday meal with their loved ones. A compassionate community that continues to help us fight hunger. I cannot thank all of you enough. May you have an especially wonderful holiday season full of as much joy as you have brought to so many others. Erin  End-of-Year Giving Remember that the need continues long after the holidays are over. There's still time to make a donation before the end of the year. You can make a monetary gift online here; or mail a check payable to the Franklin Food Pantry to P.O. Box 116, Franklin, MA 02038. Mail that is postmarked by December 31 is tax-deductible for 2017. Thank you for your support! Additional leadership gift and corporate sponsor opportunities available, for details please email Erin Lynch erin@franklinfoodpantry.org Franklin Food Pantry       www.franklinfoodpantry.org  Our facility is generously donated by Rockland Trust. We are located at 43 West Central Street, Franklin MA, on Route 140 in the Rockland Trust parking lot,  across the street from the fire station.

Franklin Food Pantry, 43 West Central Street, PO Box 116, Franklin, MA 02038 Sent by erin@franklinfoodpantry.org in collaboration with Try it free today

You're Invited: Senator Spilka's Social-Emotional Learning Forum - Jan 9, 2018

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YOU'RE INVITED: Senator Spilka's MetroWest Kids exSEL Forum     Tuesday, January 9, 2018 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Hayden Lodge  Warren Conference Center 529 Chestnut Street, Ashland CLICK HERE TO RSVP!  Please join Senator Karen Spilka on January 9, 2018 for a conversation with the Rennie Center for Education Research and Policy about exSEL: Excellence through Social-Emotional Learning, a network bringing together school districts across Massachusetts to design and implement policies and practices that promote social-emotional learning (SEL). The project is led by the exSEL Coalition, whose members include the Massachusetts Association of School Committees, Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents, Massachusetts Organization of Educational Collaboratives and Massachusetts School Administrators Association. The exSEL Coalition's non-profit partners, the Rennie Center and Teachers 21, provide expertise, support and training for the network. Click here to RSVP! If you have questions about this event or Senator Spilka's MetroWest Kids Initiative, please contact Puja Mehta. Office of State Senator Karen E. Spilka Room 212, State House Boston, Massachusetts  02133 Phone: (617) 722-1640 - Fax: (617) 722-1077 http://www.karenspilka.com

Senator Karen E. Spilka, Massachusetts State House, Room 212, Boston, MA 02133 Sent by karen.spilka@masenate.gov in collaboration with Try it free today

Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell Delivers Toys for Tots

Press Release ~ Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell Delivers Toys for Tots

Dedham, MA - The Eleventh Annual Marine Corp Reserve Toys for Tots Drive at the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds was a great success, according to Register Bill O'Donnell. "Every year many people come by, and are so generous in their giving. This year we had a great bunch of gifts ranging from sports equipment to puzzle and games to art supplies." Register O'Donnell noted that during the past 11 years, approximately 1,650 toys have been collected by the Registry thanks to the generosity of Registry employees, county advisory board members, title examiners and the general public "I would like to thank everyone for making the event such a wonderful success. Additionally, we are truly honored to partner with the Marine Corps Reserve in their Annual Toys for Tots drive which help makes the holiday brighter for more than 7 million children each year," said Register O'Donnell. On hand to deliver the toys to Master Sergeant Jim Hughes of Norwood were Register Bill O'Donnell and Treasurer Jim Timilty. To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, "like" us on www.facebook.com/norfolkdeeds, follow us on twitter and www.instagram.com/norfolkdeeds. The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High St., Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Department via telephone at (781) 461-6101, or visit us on the web at  www.norfolkdeeds.org.    Register O'Donnell Delivers Toy for Tots Drive From left to right: Norfolk County Treasurer Jim Timilty, Master Sergeant Jim Hughes and Register of Deeds Bill O'Donnell From left to right: Treasurer Jim Timilty and Register Bill O'Donnell loading up the Toys for Tots Van! email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-461-6116 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org STAY CONNECTED:

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

Town of Franklin: Offices Closed Monday December 25

Town Offices Closed Monday December 25

Town of Franklin: Offices Closed Monday December 25

This was shared from http://www.franklinma.gov/home/urgent-alerts/town-offices-closed-monday-december-25th

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 12/22/17 - THU 12/28/17

FRIDAY 12/22/17
10-11am   Bill of Rights Lecture @ Senior Center
7:30pm   Christmas Panto: Alice in a Winter Wonderland @ The Black Box

SATURDAY 12/23/17
10-1pm   Franklin Historical Museum Open
10am-2pm   Produce Christmas Sale @ Grateful Farm
2pm   Franklin Public Library Closing
2:30pm   Christmas Panto: Alice in a Winter Wonderland @ The Black Box
7:30pm   Christmas Panto: Alice in a Winter Wonderland @ The Black Box

SUNDAY 12/24/17
All Day   Franklin Public Library Closed

MONDAY 12/25/17
All Day   Franklin Public Library Closed

TUESDAY 12/26/17
10am   Baby Wearing Dance Party @ Franklin Public Library
1pm   Jamie Barrett Holiday Sing Along @ Franklin Public Library

WEDNESDAY 12/27/17
10am   Animal Tales (for ages 2.5-5) @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
10:30am   Ukulele Storytime @ Franklin Public Library
2pm   Family STEAM Challenge @ Franklin Public Library
6:30pm   Christian Zen Weekly Meditation @ McMahon Guest House (1061 Upper Union Street)

THURSDAY 12/28/17
10:30am   Teen Book Brunch @ Franklin Public Library
10:45am   Franklin Dance Workshop Student Recital @ Franklin Senior Center
1pm   Box City! @ Franklin Public Library
7pm   Healing Hearts Community Support Group @ Franklin YMCA 

Guide to Holiday Lights and Events (includes Franklin, MA) click HERE.

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

"There are two children that stole our hearts and we will not let Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy steal them"

"Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is the most common fatal genetic disorder diagnosed in childhood, affecting approximately 1 in every 3,500 live male births (about 20,000 new cases each year).” Although there are medical treatments that may help slow its progression, there is currently no cure for Duchenne. 

We began this journey with DMD in July 2013 when our 7-year-old son, Caeden, went to Children's hospital for a neurological evaluation and blood tests were conducted. We received a call several days later that his CPK levels were extremely elevated which indicates a muscle disorder. We then went to the Neuromuscular Disease Center at Childrens Hospital the following week where another assessment stated he was showing signs for Duchenne, Becker, or Limb girdle muscular dystrophy. 

We were shocked to say the least and researched all the disorders and hoped for none but if it had to be one not Duchenne. Caeden had genetic testing done to determine the form of muscular dystrophy and told we would get the results in about a month. We received the call about a month later which diagnosed Caeden with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy(DMD). We were beyond devastated and a lot of tears were shed and so much uncertainty. 

Several weeks later we were told that Devin would need to be tested as well since it is a genetic disorder and it mainly effects boys. 

Devin had his testing and another blow Devin was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy as well. We were not even able to process the diagnosis for Caeden and now we had to digest the same diagnosis for Devin. So many emotions especially since our only two children have been diagnosed with such a devastating disease. 

So where we stand right now is we live day to day and we love them. The boys have good days and bad days and we know due to the diagnosis there are a lot more bad days in the future. We had moved to a new home in July before all this happened and now we have a home with stairs to get in the house and for the boys to get to their bedrooms and that is not functional. The boys have a very hard time ascending and descending stairs. We need to add an addition so the boys bedrooms and bathroom are on one level and we have a lift to get them in our home from outside. The cost for this addition is $200,000. 

On top of all the boys medical expenses this is very hard for us to accomplish. We had to purchase a used minivan as it is a little easier for the boys to get in and out of however at some point in the future we will need a fully accessible van and they are very costly. We know there are many other things we will have to consider or think about in the future.

Right now HOPE is all we have. Hope that all these biotechnology companies and medical researchers will come up with a treatment that works to save our sweet boys and all the boys with DMD."

"There are two children that stole our hearts and we will not let Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy steal them"

Please consider making a donation to help:
https://www.youcaring.com/medical-fundraiser/c-d-united/278046

C & D UNITED- For: Caeden and Devin Parisi

Both FHS swim teams post wins vs. Sharon

Via HockomockSports and Twitter we share the results of the FHS sports action on Thursday, Dec 21, 2017


Girls Basketball = Franklin, 44 vs. Coyle Cassidy, 61 – Final

Boys Hockey = Franklin, 1 @ Pope Francis, 6 – Final

Boys Swimming = Franklin, 91 @ Sharon, 49 – Final

Girls Swimming = Franklin, 99 @ Sharon, 70 – Final



For the remainder of the results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-12-21-17/

Via the Twitterverse

Pope Francis 6 Franklin 1 @FHSSports @MassHSHockey @MyHockeyLive @In_The_Slot @BGlobeSports @MetroWestSports @HockomockSports

— Coach Spillane (@FHS_PuckCoach) December 22, 2017

Final. Loss to Coyle Cassidy. pic.twitter.com/bH99JUdQpd

— Sandy Sauer (@FHSCoachSandy) December 22, 2017

Amazing job to all of the girls and @FHSBVSWIM for bringing home the win against Sharon! Let’s keep the momentum going after break! #roadtohocks pic.twitter.com/5ks6TUG5XN

— FHS Girls Swim (@FHSGVSWIM) December 22, 2017

[Boys Winter Varsity Swimming] Franklin HS defeats Sharon HS, 91 to 49.
Highlights: 200 Medley Relay of Cashin '21 Wang '19 Choudhury '18 Cashin '18 qualified to Sectionals & Cashin '18 Qualified for Sectionals in the 100 Breaststroke. #PantherPride

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) December 22, 2017

Franklin LADY swimmers defeat Sharon 99-77.
Double event winners:
Ashley Loomis
Katie Cashin

— CoachP_FHS_Swim (@CoachP_FHSswim) December 22, 2017

End of 1st Panthers down by 3 (11-14) vs. Coyle Cassidy. @FHSSports @fhsgvbasketball pic.twitter.com/CrzCtj1jjl

— Sandy Sauer (@FHSCoachSandy) December 21, 2017

Franklin Boys beat Sharon 91-47! Way to go boys! 2-0 to start the season let’s keep it up. #GoPanthers pic.twitter.com/fjaHeF4BjW

— FHS Boys Swim (@FHSBVSWIM) December 21, 2017

FHS Panthers

Lifelong Community Learning Announces Classes - Winter / Spring Registration Opens - Jan 3

Registration opens for the winter/spring semester at Lifelong Community Learning on January 3 and classes begin in early-February. Again for this session, most classes have been extended to a full semester of 14 weeks rather than the 10 week sessions in previous years.

Lifelong Community Learning
Announces Classes

Participation is open to individuals, organizations and businesses alike in Franklin and the surrounding region towns. Participants can choose from a very interesting variety of options. Classes include everything from Child Care Education, Basics of Internet Safety for Adults, Special Occasion Photography to various food and wine offerings, and a Wine Tasting Reception in early May. 

For kids, participants will find an expanded Kids’ Corner program including cooking, language, robotics and so much more.

This session participants will also find more exercise and sports programs than ever – Yoga, Zumba, Community Walking and a Community Walking Wellness Challenge, beginning in February. Badminton is back along with Men’s Basketball, Intermediate and Advanced Volleyball classes rounding out the field.

If you would like more information, you can go online www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com and click on Community Learning. While you’re there, you can register. You can also call Community Learning at 508-613-1480 for more information.

ABOUT US: Lifelong Community Learning is a program of the Franklin Public School’s Lifelong Learning Institute, dedicated to providing diverse and enriched education and experiences for all area residents and children – a resource for all ages.

Tri-County: The TC Insider

December 20, 2017 To the Tri-County Community, Winter has arrived and the winter sports season is in full swing with boys and girls basketball, ice hockey, wrestling, and cheerleading each beginning their seasons. Ice hockey and wresting both started the season with wins last week. We will really hit our stride after the holidays as the teams prepare for holiday tournaments. Over the past month our MCAS scores have been reported to the School Committee and the School Council. Tri-County has retained its Level 1 ranking with a strong performance from last year's sophomores. Mrs. Beckmann and Mr. Pedersen delivered a very detailed report to both groups and the individual reports have been delivered to students and families. Any student or parent/guardian who haven't received scores should contact the Guidance Office to obtain the information. The admissions process is transitioning from the recruitment/application phase to the interview/processing phase. While students can apply at any time, after the holidays we will begin processing our first batch and scheduling interviews. We look forward to meeting with next year's freshmen over the next couple months. Any student that wants to apply can still do so on our website. Lastly, as we break for the holidays we want to thank you all for your support of the school and wish you a Happy and blessed New Year. Thanks for your support, Mr. Procaccini Upcoming Events Fall Sports Awards Night (Soccer, Volleyball, Cross-County & Golf) December 20 6:30 PM Early Release Day December 22 Winter Holiday Vacation December 25 - January 1 AAA Driver Training December 27 - January 4 Daily Grade 9 Career Program Information Night January 10 Martin Luther King Day - No School January 15 End of 2nd Quarter January 19 40 Year Celebration Dinner April 7 Golf Tourmament June 8 About The TC Insider The TC Insider is a biweekly newsletter for the families of Tri-County students. Follow us on Instagram Follow on Twitter Like us on Facebook Update Subscription Preferences View Email In Browser Tri-County RVTHS 147 Pond Street Franklin, MA 02038 www.tri-county.us 508-528-5400

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