In the News: social security gets COLA increase; register to vote by Oct 17

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

"Tens of millions of Social Security recipients and other retirees will get a 2.8 percent boost in benefits next year as inflation edges higher. It’s the biggest increase most retired baby boomers have gotten. 

Following a stretch of low inflation, the cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, for 2019 is the highest in seven years. It amounts to $39 a month raise for the average retired worker, according to estimates released Thursday by the Social Security Administration. 

The COLA affects household budgets for about one in five Americans, including Social Security beneficiaries, disabled veterans and federal retirees. That’s about 70 million people, enough to send ripples through the economy. 

Unlike most private pensions, Social Security has featured inflation protection since 1975. Beneficiaries also gain from compounding since COLAs become part of their underlying benefit, the base for future cost-of-living increases."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required) 
https://www.milforddailynews.com/zz/news/20181011/social-security-checks-will-grow-in-2019-as-inflation-rises

"The deadline for registering to vote in the Nov. 6 state election is 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17. 

Any citizen who will turn 18 by election day is eligible. City and town clerks will stay open until 8 p.m. on Oct. 17. 

Voters can also register online, in person at Registry of Motor Vehicles offices or by mail by downloading a form available on the secretary of state’s website and sending it to or dropping it off at a local city or town hall. 

Absentee ballots are available for voters who will be out of town on election day or who have medical conditions or religious beliefs that will prevent them from going to the polls in person. Application are available on the secretary of state’s website and at city and town halls. The deadline to apply is noon Nov. 5, and the ballot must be postmarked by 8 p.m. on election day."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required) 
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181011/six-days-left-to-register-for-state-election

Election Information for Nov 2018

Franklin Starbucks - Hiring Event - Nov 5

Hiring Event
at the

Franklin Starbucks

648 Old West Central Street

Monday, November 5

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

download the flyer as a reminder

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczWlhfcWptNFY2emxnaXBkTmxKRWR4WkVjU1I0/view?usp=sharing

Franklin Starbucks - Hiring Event - Nov 5

FHS performs "A Cabaret" - Oct 17-18

Via Pantherbook, we share the news on the upcoming performance of "A Cabaret".

"When the lights go up and the curtain rises on the evenings of October 17 and 18, you will not want to miss the Franklin High School performance of, “A Cabaret,” under the direction of Marushka Waters. 

A long time Franklin High school tradition, “A Cabaret” is loosely based on the 1996 Tony Award Winning Best Musical “Cabaret”-the story of a dynamic variety show in Berlin during World War II. 

“A Cabaret” features an array of songs, dances, and scenes performed (and created) by students. Those interested in lighting and the technical side of theater have the opportunity to participate, running the lights or sound for the show; it may not seem it, but behind-the-scenes work are some of the most critical parts of the show. Additionally, the performance features live musicians as a segue to each act. Talk about student involvement!"

Continue reading about the upcoming performance
https://franklinpanthers.us/ae/2018/10/08/fhs-theatre-to-present-a-cabaret/

This years Cabaret features 30 students from the class of 2019,
many of whom have taken theater with Ms. Waters
for 3+ years and will be performing in their final show.

Pumpkins in the Park - Oct 28

The Franklin Police Department and Franklin Recreation Department are offering a free Halloween celebration on October 28, 5:00 - 8:00 PM at 911 Panther Way. 

The Police Department will turn the station into the Hall of Justice with superheroes and villains. They will have a spooky trail, bounce house, obstacle course, face painting and games. 

The Franklin Recreation Department will also be hosting a carved pumpkin contest. Please drop off finished, already carved pumpkins to the Sculpture Park on Panther Way between 5:00-7:00 PM. 

We will provide tea light candles. Contest starts right at 7:00 PM. 

Light refreshments will be provided.

Ages: Pre-school- 5th grade.

Pumpkins in the Park - Oct 28

Shared from the Facebook event
https://www.facebook.com/events/281559379347664/

FHS boys and girls soccer top Sharon on Wednesday

Via HockomockSports we share the results of the FHS fall sports action on Wednesday, Oct 10, 2018


Boys Soccer = Franklin, 1 @ Sharon, 0 – Final
– Franklin senior Tim Duval scored just over two minutes into the game and the Panthers held on to that score for the rest of the way to earn two points.

Girls Soccer = Sharon, 0 @ Franklin, 3 – Final
– Anna Balkus scored a brace to lift the Panthers to the victory and keep Franklin within just two points of league-leading Mansfield. Freshman Riley Fitzpatrick marked her varsity debut with her first career goal. Calen Frongillo, Sydney St. Marie and Hailey Toolin each recorded assists for the Panthers. Breanna Atwood made three saves for the clean sheet and Lydia Chase made 19 saves for the Eagles.

Golf = Franklin, 158 @ North Attleboro, 147 – Final
– The Rocketeers earned their 10th win of the season on the middle course as Heather Hill. Jillian Barend shot a 2-under par 33, Marcus Costa shot 36, Matt Wanless carded a 38, and Pat Roberts finished with a 40. Matt D’Errico and Jack Paterson paced Franklin with 38

For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-10-10-18/

FHS Panthers

Circle of Friends Coffeehouse: Bettman & Halpin duo - Oct 20

Dynamic, exciting duo from Colorado

Bettman & Halpin Oct 20                           View this email in your browser Bettman & Halpin duo Oct 20 - 8 PM - $20 We are asking you to trust us on this one.  We know that you have probably never heard of this husband-wife duo from Colorado, but here at the Circle of Friends Coffeehouse we only present excellent musicians. Bettman and Halpin are a high energy, crowd pleasing pair who were voted one of the favorite acts at the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival.  Please join us. Jake Multi-award winners Bettman and Halpin have a well-earned reputation for hypnotizing performances filled with irresistible lyrics, transcendent harmonies and roof-raising instrumentals. Their concerts combine high-energy upbeat bluegrass/roots inspired compositions, beautiful ballads with soaring vocals and heartfelt lyrics, and groovy feel-good songs that audiences will be singing in their heads for weeks thereafter. Bettman and Halpin create an authentic connection with their audience. And they have become as known for their storytelling and playful banter as for their engaging whole-hearted songs and instrumental wizardry.  They have been touring as a duo since 2008. https://bettmanandhalpin.com/ "Emotive Joan Baez inspired vocals...head-spinning mandolin and guitar picking...velvety close harmonies." - Music News Nashville 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. Tickets for this shows are $20.  Please call (508)528-2541 or visit http://www.circlefolk.org/ to purchase tickets or for more information. Upcoming Shows Nov 3       Susan Werner with                      Jim Henry and Ruby Nov 17     Eliza Gilkyson Dec 8       The Nields Holiday Show                        and Singalong Jan 5        Joe Crookston Jan 26      Dar Williams

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

Reminder: New Hampshire Fall Foliage Day Trip - Oct 20

Lifelong Community Learning is offering a day-long fall foliage trip to New Hampshire on Saturday, October 20. The motor coach will leave Franklin High School parking lot at 9:30 AM and return at 6:00 PM. The trip will include commentary and a buffet lunch. The cost is $105 for adults and $65 for a child.

Travel the country roads of New Hampshire for Mother Nature’s annual autumn show! Experience the gently rolling New England countryside, awash with the colors of Indian summer. Travel past quiet ponds, historic farms, weathered roadside taverns, and sturdy colonial churches overlooking quaint village greens.

Woodbound Inn - Fall Foliage Day Trip - Oct 20

You’ll also stretch your legs for a picture stop at an old fashioned covered bridge before making your way to the Woodbound Inn for a buffet lunch. Continuing on through some of the loveliest displays of foliage in the world, the last stop of the day will be at a local farm stand for baked treats, apples, and complimentary cider. So come along and don’t forget your camera!

Visit www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com to register. You may also call Lifelong Community Learning at 508-613-1480 for more information.

Lifelong Community Learning is a program of the Franklin Public Schools Lifelong Learning Institute, dedicated to providing quality learning experiences for residents in the Town of Franklin and surrounding communities.


The direct link to register is
https://reg.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0079-0003-d8f7699db3644c2fa4e26a728f5e415b

Reminder: New Hampshire Fall Foliage Day Trip - Oct 20