In the News: How to display the US Flag

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

"On Same Staff: U.S. flag at peak, above any other flag. 

Grouped: U.S. flag goes to its own right. Flags of other nations are flown at same height. 

Marching: U.S. flag to marchers right (observer’s left). 

On Speaker’s Platform: When displayed with a speaker’s platform, it must be above and behind the speaker. If mounted on a staff it is on the speaker’s right. 

Decoration: Never use the flag for decoration. Use bunting with the blue on top, then white, then red.'

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180528/rules-for-displaying-united-states-flag

the US Flag on the downtown triangle at night

Franklin Memorial Day Parade - May 28, 2018

Parade Route:

The 2018 Parade route will begin at the Depot Street and Dean Bank and proceed up Main St (towards Church St.), take a left onto School, to a Right on W Central Street, then a Right on Beaver St until we reach the Town Common / Church Square. 

The parade will once again stop at the Dean Memorial, Union St and St Mary's Cemetery's. 


Parade Information:

Date: Monday, May 28, 2018

10:00 am: Muster: Group leaders must check in at the Dean Bank Parking Lot
10:30 am: Parade Starts
12:00 pm: Ceremony at the Franklin Town Common

The Franklin Garden Club maintains the flowers beds

around the war memorials on the Town Common

Download the Parade route map
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczTnY5R3loc3djVlhncEE2dGJ5LUU1azc4dmhn/view?usp=sharing

or view this Parade route map

School Committee - Recap - May 22, 2018

The School Committee meeting featured recognition of some of the teachers retiring this year, the superintendent's evaluation, and a presentation on yet another unfunded mandate from the State.

Teacher retirements

Five teachers were present to be recognized for their years of service for the school district. The total number retiring from the district was not revealed. The listing of teachers that had been provided in prior years was not available before the meeting nor post meeting (as least as of Sunday, May 27).

FHS guidance Ms Dolan flanked by School Committee Chair Ann Bergen
and Superintendent Sara Ahern

Oak St kindergarten teacher Dolores Sherlock flanked by School Committee Chair Ann Bergen
and Superintendent Sara Ahern

HMMS Math teachers Bob O'Brian flanked by School Committee Chair Ann Bergen
and Superintendent Sara Ahern

Parmenter math specialist Mrs Dauley flanked by School Committee Chair Ann Bergen
and Superintendent Sara Ahern

FHS Terese Danizio-To flanked by School Committee Chair Ann Bergen 

and Superintendent Sara Ahern 

group photo

Superintendent Evaluation

Superintendent Ahern evaluation was reported out an voted on with one dissenting vote. Dr Monica Linden's statement outlining her rational was posted after the meeting here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/05/statement-by-dr-monica-linden-franklin.html

The evaluation document itself has not yet been posted to the School Committee meeting document page.
http://franklinschool.vt-s.net/Pages/FranklinCom_Packets/m5-22-18%20SC%20Packet/

Unfunded Mandate

Yet another unfunded mandate required for implementation by the State of MA was outlined by Asst Superintendent Peter Light. The presentation document is usually released after the meeting but as of Sunday had not been available on the school webpage. I did capture photos of each page to share
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/05/live-reporting-discussion-action-items.html


Note: Dolores Sherlock is my better half

My notes reported live during the meeting;

• Live Reporting: Consent Agenda to Closing
• Live Reporting: Discussion - Action Items
• Live Reporting: Screening Brief Intervention Refer...
• Live Reporting: School Committee - May 22, 2018

Flag garden on Boston Common for Memorial Day

I worked in Boston on Wednesday and stopped by the Boston Common on the way to the MBTA at South Station to catch this view of the annual flag garden put up that day. 

It will remain through Memorial Day to honor the 37,000+ Massachusetts residents who gave it all for our country.

"Our signature community building event!  We and hundreds of volunteers create a majestic garden of flags on Boston Common for Memorial Day weekend.  Each of the 37,000+ flags we plant at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument will represent every brave Massachusetts service member who gave his or her life defending our country since the Revolutionary War. The completed garden is a breathtaking tribute to the true meaning of Memorial Day and a powerful message of community support to the families of these fallen heroes that their sacrifices will never be forgotten. 

We rely on donors and volunteers to create this display and to stand watch over them throughout Memorial Day weekend.  More information about these opportunities can be found here: Volunteer flyer 2018."

http://www.massmilitaryheroes.org/our-work/community-building-events/public-program-events/memorial-day-flag-garden-planting/

And by way of disclosure, I do work for John Hancock, one of the sponsors of this event.

Flag garden on Boston Common for Memorial Day

MBTA: Memorial Day - Commuter Rail runs on a Sunday schedule

On Monday, May 28, the commuter rail will operate on a Sunday schedule.

All lines will operate normal Sunday train service, not shuttle buses. Please refer to the train schedule for departure and arrival times.


Click here for more information: http://www.mbta.com/schedules
or go directly to
https://cdn.mbta.com/sites/default/files/route_pdfs/2018-spring/2018-05-21-franklin.pdf

MBTA: Memorial Day - Commuter Rail runs on a Sunday schedule

Franklin Downtown Partnership: Thank You for the Beautification of Franklin

Hats Off to Volunteers & Sponsors

THANK YOU FOR A SUCCESSFUL BEAUTIFICATION EVENT! Thank you to all the volunteers and sponsors that made this year's Beautification Day a success. A special thank you to Eileen Mason who is our fearless leader and makes it all happen each and every year. Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors! GOLD: D.G. Ranieri Real Estate Eileen Mason of RE/MAX Executive Realty SILVER: Atria - Franklin Auerr, Zajac and Associates Middlesex Savings Bank Nerds to Go - Franklin Oteri Funeral Home, Inc. Roche and Roche, P.C. Tom Fricker Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc Vet Med Pet Supplies BRONZE: Draper and Kramer Mortgage Corp. Fenton Financial Group Flynn|Wirkus|Young Glen Meadow Apartments Teen Revolution Franklin Downtown Partnership • 774-571-3109 • FranklinDowntownPartnership.org  ‌  ‌

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American Legion 5M/5K Road Race - June 23

American Legion 5 M and 5K 

Scholarship Fund Road Race 

Saturday June 23, 2018 at 8 AM

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, Franklin, MA
• Run – 5 mile and 5K loop on paved roads
• Entry Fee: $30, $20 for H.S. Students and members of the military

Visit our Franklin Post Web Site: http://www.mapost75.com/

American Legion 5M/5K
Entry Fee: $30.00, $20.00 Students and members of the military

Register online
https://www.active.com/franklin-ma/running/distance-running-races/american-legion-5-miler-scholarship-fun-road-race-2018?int=RL

Or via the mail with this form
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczWEVtYTJybmZtaDBBVEFuTENBNm05aFZVMmFZ/view?usp=sharing

American Legion 5M/5K Road Race - June 23

American Legion 5M/5K Road Race - June 23

“This is a step in the right direction for our unified sports programming"

A real nice and long article on the development of unified sports in the Hockomock League is well worth the time to read it. Josh Perry, the Managing Editor of HockomockSports.com, writes:

"On May 17, more than 200 student-athletes gathered from nine of the 12 Hockomock League schools to celebrate inclusion, friendship, and the importance of giving the entire student body the opportunity to participate in athletics. 

The inaugural Hockomock League Unified Track and Field Meet was a showcase of the growth of unified sports programs across the league and the emphasis that Hockomock schools have placed on opening sports up to the entire school population. 

That Thursday started ominously with clouds and showers leftover from the day before, but as the afternoon crept closer the temperatures went up and the sun even peeked out a few times. Not that the weather really mattered because nothing was going to diminish the enthusiasm of the athletes and the partners participating in the meet or the coaches, classmates, administrators, friends, and family members that crowded around the track to show their support. 

“For the athletes and the partners, it’s one thing to say you’re going to compete against another team but when you get to say this is a Hockomock thing it raises the bar and adds just that much more relevance to the event and the program,” said Franklin athletic director Tom Angelo, who started a unified sports program at Somerset-Berkeley and Plymouth North before he arrived at Franklin."

Continue reading the article online
https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-league-unified-in-promoting-inclusion/

A photo gallery from the inaugural Hockomock League Unified Track and Field Meet   https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/20172018/Spring-2018/2018-Hockomock-League-Unified-Track-Meet

Partners and athletes enjoy a break on the infield in between events. (Peter Raider/HockomockSports.com)

FHS baseball loses to Hopkinton in Pedroli Final

Via HockomockSports we share the results of the FHS spring sports action on Saturday, May 26, 2018

Baseball = Franklin, 3 vs. Hopkinton, 5 – Final
– Franklin scored one run in the seventh inning and threatened for more with runners on base but Hopkinton escaped without any further damage to win the Pedroli tournament. Colby Fitzgibbons scored two runs for the Panthers while Scott Elliott (run), Alex Haba (two RBI) and Jake Macchi each had two hits. Sophomore Brennan Rivera tossed a scoreless inning in relief, striking out two.

For the other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-05-26-18/

FHS Panthers

Franklin Garden Club Donates May Baskets to Nursing Home

Franklin Garden Club members created 40 silk flower May baskets for residents of the Franklin Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. 

Janice Cederquist, Co-President of the Franklin Garden Club, presented one of the arrangements to Maria Dascenzo, a resident at the nursing home.

Franklin Garden Club Donates May Baskets to Nursing Home

“The Garden Club, founded in 1987, offers members a wonderful opportunity to learn new information and tips from experts and fellow members related to many different aspects of gardening. Other Club activities include planting and maintenance of the Franklin Town Common gardens, sponsorship of an annual scholarship awarded to a high school graduate, and distribution of pine tree seedlings in the elementary schools,” noted Janice Cederquist and Mary Anne Dean, co-presidents. “We welcome anyone who is interested to attend the first meeting to learn more about the Club and planned activities.”

The Franklin Garden Club is a member of the Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts.  http://gcfm.org/franklingc/Home.aspx

Town Office Closed on Memorial Day; trash/recycling scheduled delayed one day

Memorial Day is celebrated on Monday, May 28. Town offices (and the Library) will be closed. This is one of the Monday holidays that delays the trash and recycling schedule. 

With no pickup on Monday, those scheduled for Monday will be picked up Tuesday. Those on Tuesday will be picked up on Wednesday, and so forth. Just imagine DPW Director leaving the voice message about the delayed schedule. I can write it but he reads it so much better!

Town Office Closed on Memorial Day; trash/recycling scheduled delayed one day

Franklin Residents: Trash and Recycling pick up schedule - delayed one day this week

Additional info on the trash and recycling schedule can be found on the Town of Franklin webpage  http://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste

Save the Date - Women's Expo at Plainridge Park Casino

Save the Date! Women's Expo at Plainridge Park Casino September 25, 2018 We hope you will be able to join us Luncheon Welcome, Plainridge Park Casino Keynote Speaker Gayle Cameron, Massachusetts Gaming Commissioner Breakout Sessions Social Media Health and Wellness Small Business Success Mentoring  Vendor Tables United Regional Chamber of Commerce  Alive after Five after the Expo Contact rebecca@unitedregionalchamber.org with questions, suggestions for speakers or information about vendor tables. Sponsored by Plainridge Park Casino.  ‌  ‌  ‌

The United Regional Chamber of Commerce | 310 South Street, Plainville, MA 02762 Sent by jack@unitedregionalchamber.org in collaboration with Try it free today

Circle of Friends tickets now on sale for shows this Fall

Chris Smither, John Gorka, Joe Jencks, Bettman & Halpin, Susan Werner, Eliza Gilkyson

Chris Smither, John Gorka, Joe Jencks, Bettman and Halpin, Susan Werner, Eliza Gilkyson View this email in your browser An Evening with CHRIS SMITHER Sep 8th 8PM $35 The Circle of Friends Coffeehouse is starting season #29 with amazing bluesman Chris Smither.  Tickets for our first six shows are now available. http://circlefolk.org/sched.html 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.   Please call (508)528-2541 or visit http://www.circlefolk.org/ to purchase tickets or for more information. Upcoming Shows Sep 22     John Gorka                   with Amelia K Spicer Oct 6        Joe Jencks                   with Katherine Rondeau Oct 20      Bettman and Halpin Nov 3       Susan Werner Nov 17     Eliza Gilkyson

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