Celebrate Franklin's 240th Birthday Party - Feb 16 - THE BLACK BOX

Franklin's 240th Birthday Party! The very day Franklin seceded from Wrentham in 1778!

Fun Franklin history shared by Joe Landry. Enjoy historic photos, Franklin trivia, and great conversation!

Cash bar, snacks, music! Special appearance by Jamie Barrett.

Tickets:

• TOTAL TOWNIE ~ Lifetime in Franklin = $5.00
• Townie ~ 25 years in town = $10.00
• Townie-In-Training ~ 10 years in town = $15.00
• Newcomers = $20.00

Pass the Townie Test and get your money back!

Proceeds support THE BLACK BOX and the arts in Franklin

Follow the Facebook event https://www.facebook.com/events/1575805432511639/

Celebrate Franklin's 240th Birthday Party - Feb 16 - at THE BLACK BOX

Download the flyer here
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UsUchNoud7O886BQ9s2m2xVVQdHvJFxvaQ/view?usp=sharing

FHS boys hockey, wrestling, and both swim teams top King Philip on Wednesday

Via HockomockSports and Twitter we share the results of the FHS sports action on Wednesday, Jan 31, 2018


Boys Hockey = Franklin, 3 @ King Philip, 1 – Final
– King Philip’s Collin Cooke scored in the first period to give the Warriors the lead after 15 minutes of play, but Franklin tied it in the second and scored two more in the third for the win. Dan Magazu had a pair of goals for the Panthers while Jeremy Miller scored once.

Wrestling = King Philip, 6 @ Franklin, 45 – Final

Boys Swimming = King Philip, 75 @ Franklin, 93 – Final

Girls Swimming = King Philip, 83 @ Franklin, 87 – Final


For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-01-31-18/

Via the Twitterverse

We our seniors!!! Congrats everyone, you will be missed!!!!

Way to go!!! https://t.co/YLryDV8Idt

— FranklinHighSchool (@FranklinHS) February 1, 2018

Now that’s how you finish strong. Still reeling from that meet. So proud of every single swimmer. Truly a team effort. #lovethisteam #ontohocks @FHSBVSWIM @FHSGVSWIM @coachB_fhs @CoachP_FHSswim

— Colleen Gordon (@ms_gordo) February 1, 2018

Swim suit frozen √
Pants frozen √
Last car to leave FHS √
50 happy swimmers and a very proud coach √
Finishing strong with a win over KP and a 3-way tie for Kelley-Rex champs...
Priceless

— Coach_P (@mrsjpridham) February 1, 2018

FHS lady swimmers defeat KP 87-83...a three way tie for Kelley-Rex champs

— CoachP_FHS_Swim (@CoachP_FHSswim) February 1, 2018

3-1 win over KP. Hardhat to Magazu. pic.twitter.com/2xt5xGgOTR

— Franklin Hockey (@FHS_Puck) February 1, 2018

We ❤️ our seniors!!! Congrats everyone, you will be missed!!!! pic.twitter.com/jLFDXTdx9s

— Colleen Gordon (@ms_gordo) February 1, 2018

Franklin 3 KP 1, hard hat to Magazu with 2 goals and Miller with 1. @FHSSports @HockomockSports @In_The_Slot @MassHSHockey @MyHockeyLive @BGlobeSports @MetroWestSports

— Coach Spillane (@FHS_PuckCoach) February 1, 2018

Lenten Soup Supper and Book Study - Tuesdays

Join us for all or some of these evenings of fellowship and discussion. 

We will read Dreamland: The True Tale of America's Opiate Epidemic by Sam Quinones. Available on-line.

Tuesdays 6:00 PM till 8:00 PM, we'll discuss:

Feb 20 - Part I (quite long, so start reading now)
Feb 27 - Part II
Mar 6 - Part III - bring the whole family: a children/youth program will also be offered; both will end at 7:30
Mar 13 - Part IV
Mar 20 - Part V - bring the whole family: a children/youth program will also be offered; both will end at 7:30

Let me know if you have any questions or need more info.

Thanks,

Kathy


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The Rev. Kathy McAdams, Rector

St. John's Episcopal Church

Franklin, MA

www.StJohnsFranklinMA.org

https://www.amazon.com/Dreamland-True-Americas-Opiate-Epidemic/dp/1620402521/

LET'S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin is on Wednesday, February, 14

You can celebrate Valentine's Day with Let's Laugh Today on Wednesday, February 14th from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin! 

Everyone will receive a Valentine and a chocolate along with many belly laughs! (Bring more chocolate to share if you want.) 

Laughter Yoga is a body/mind practice for well-being that involves deep breathing and a few stretches, playful laughter exercises (no jokes or comedy), clapping and deep relaxation. It has many benefits besides the joy of laughter. It can strengthen the immune system, combat the negative effects of stress, and is a powerful antidote to depression and anxiety.

Any age and any level of physical ability can participate in this uplifting experience! There is a $5 donation to the church, $10 maximum per family. 

Please bring your water bottle because laughing can be dehydrating. Led by Certified Laughter Yoga Teachers, Linda and Bill Hamaker. See www.letslaughtoday.com.

LET'S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin is on Wednesday, February, 14

Panther TV: Sitting with the Superintendent, January 2018

"Franklin's Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Sara Ahern, sits down with Panther News Reporter Catherine Middleman to discuss the homework policy, school start times, snow days, and more!"

For more about FHS visit Pantherbook  https://franklinpanthers.us/

Franklin Garden Club: “Attracting Birds - Winter and Summer”

“Attracting Birds - Winter and Summer” will be the focus of the Tuesday, February 6 meeting of the Franklin Garden Club. The meeting will take place at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street, from 7:00 – 9:00 PM. The meeting is open to the public, including those interested in becoming a member of the Garden Club.

Ellen Davis, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Franklin, MA, will be the featured speaker. She will highlight the types of feeders, food and locations that can support a wide variety of birds coming to a yard or garden in every season. Store manager Haley Perry will assist with the presentation.

Davis, an avid birder, opened her store in 1996 in Medway, MA and then moved it to Franklin in 2011. Her interests in birds, as well as more than 28 years experience as a buyer for Jordan Marsh and the New England Aquarium has enabled her to establish a successful retail operation that is a well known resource for those interested in attracting and enjoying birds. 

The Franklin Garden Club, founded in 1987, is a member of the Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts.

Franklin Garden Club: “Attracting Birds - Winter and Summer”

Circle of Friends Coffeehouse: Chelsea Berry Feb 10 with Billy Keane

Chelsea Berry returns to Circle of Friends on February 10th

View this email in your browser Circle of Friends Coffeehouse First Universalist Society 262 Chestnut St, Franklin, MA 02038 (508)528-2541 circlefolk.org CHELSEA BERRY February 10th, $20 with special guest Billy Keane Chelsea Berry returns to the Circle of Friends Coffeehouse on Saturday, February 10th, at 8PM.  Chelsea appeared in Franklin last spring performing with Livingston Taylor and she was so impressive that she was invited back as a featured performer. She is a singer-songwriter with the edge, power, and finesse of legends. Her presence has been described by listeners as "compelling… she draws the entire house into her world like moths to a flame." As a vocalist and performer, she evokes the style of artists such as Cheryl Crow, Eva Cassidy, KD Lang, and Melissa Etheridge. Singer-songwriter Livingston Taylor calls her vocals "world class" and says of Berry, "A voice of remarkable power and control with a joyous soul. Brave and bright, Chelsea Berry is the real thing." Berry's beautiful voice and commanding stage presence has brought her across the U.S. as regular support for Livingston and others as well as headliner of her own shows. Born and raised in Alaska, she now makes her home in NYC. Her music transcends its indie rock roots and touches listeners with its poetic lyric, bold melodies, and pure, clear, powerful vocals. Singer/songwriter Chris Smither says Berry is "..Great, talented, beautiful … her future is so bright you're gonna have to wear shades."  http://www.chelseaberry.com/ Opening the show will be Billy Keane, a folk musician for a new generation.  His music combines compelling story telling and socially relevant lyrical poetry with melodies and accompaniments ranging from the energetic and heart-pumping to the introspective and achingly touching.  http://www.therealbillykeane.com/ The Circle of Friends Coffeehouse is a non-profit organization affiliated with Franklin's First Universalist Society. Concerts are presented in a smoke free and alcohol free environment at the Society's handicapped accessible Meetinghouse, 262 Chestnut St. in Franklin, and begin at 8:00 PM; doors open at 7:30 PM. Beverages and gourmet desserts will be available. Admission is $20. Please call (508)528-2541 or visit http://www.circlefolk.org/ to purchase tickets or for more information. Upcoming Shows March 3    Patty Larkin March 17  An Evening with TOM RUSH    NEW April 7      Gretchen Peters with Carolann Solebello April 28    Pat Donohue

Circle of Friends Coffeehouse · First Universalist Society · 262 Chestnut St · Franklin, MA 02038 · USA