Franklin Author: Susan K. Hamilton fantasy genre novelist

Dark fantasy readers will find themselves spellbound by Susan K. Hamilton’s Shadow King (Oct. 2, 2018, InkShares). In the midst of a tumultuous Boston, a Fae Seer, Seireadan, begins to fall for Aohdan, the Fae Patriarch of the city’s criminal underworld. Despite her best intentions to stay away from him, the fierce passion begins to consume them both. While Aohdan to expand his power base, Seireadan searches for the Fae who killed her family, straining their still-new relationship. Soon, they’ll both have to make choices that will drastically change the course of their lives.

SUSAN K. HAMILTON: Susan K. Hamilton is the author of three novels in the fantasy genre: Shadow King, Darkstar Rising, and The Devil Inside (forthcoming in 2019). Shadow King landed on the Top Ten finalist list of the 2016 Launchpad Manuscript Competition out of over 1,000 entrants from 24 countries, and was published by Inkshares in October 2018. 

SUSAN K. HAMILTON

The Devil You Don’t reached the Top 25 finalists list the following year and will be published under the name The Devil Inside. Susan lives near Boston, Massachusetts with her husband and cat. An avid equestrian, you can often find her at the barn when she’s not writing. She rediscovered her love for writing at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst when her writing teacher freshman year told the class that their last assignment was “to write something creative.”

You can find Shadow King on Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Shadow-King-Susan-K-Hamilton-ebook/dp/B07H84LK7Z

and Goodreads  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40250160-shadow-king

Recommended Reading: Climate Change Report

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

"A massive new federal report warns that extreme weather disasters, like California’s wildfires and this year’s hurricanes, are worsening in the United States. 

The White House report quietly issued Friday also frequently contradicts President Donald Trump. 

The National Climate Assessment was written long before the California fires and the hurricanes. It warns of more, stronger and longer disasters triggered at least in part by global warming. 

Report co-author Katharine Hayhoe says it shows the dangerous weather that scientists said will happen in the United States is already happening."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/zz/news/20181123/government-climate-report-warns-of-worsening-us-disasters

For the full report  https://nca2014.globalchange.gov/report

"Heat waves, heavy downpours, and sea level rise pose growing challenges to many aspects of life in the Northeast. Infrastructure, agriculture, fisheries, and ecosystems will be increasingly compromised. Many states and cities are beginning to incorporate climate change into their planning. 

Explore how climate change is affecting the Northeast.

Key Message 1: Climate Risks to People
Heat waves, coastal flooding, and river flooding will pose a growing challenge to the region’s environmental, social, and economic systems. This will increase the vulnerability of the region’s residents, especially its most disadvantaged populations. 

Key Message 2: Stressed Infrastructure
Infrastructure will be increasingly compromised by climate-related hazards, including sea level rise, coastal flooding, and intense precipitation events. 

Key Message 3: Agricultural and Ecosystem Impacts
Agriculture, fisheries, and ecosystems will be increasingly compromised over the next century by climate change impacts. Farmers can explore new crop options, but these adaptations are not cost- or risk-free. Moreover, adaptive capacity, which varies throughout the region, could be overwhelmed by a changing climate. 

Key Message 4: Planning and Adaptation
While a majority of states and a rapidly growing number of municipalities have begun to incorporate the risk of climate change into their planning activities, implementation of adaptation measures is still at early stages."

Read the Northeast section here
https://nca2014.globalchange.gov/report/regions/northeast

Recommended Reading: Climate Change Report

Lyon Landscape and Nursery: pick and cut your Christmas tree

"I would like to say thank you to all the folks who came to the first annual Xmas tree sale at our farm. The sale exceeded my expectations. I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday. Unfortunately, we have sold out of all our trees for this year.
Next year we will have a larger selection of taller and fuller trees. Best of luck in the New Year."
-Alex Lyon, Lyon Landscape Nursery Inc.

updated Dec 2, 2018

"After 7 years of planting, watering, fertilizing, and mowing, our first crop of Frasier Fir Christmas trees are ready for harvest. I invite all friends, family, and valued customers who have supported my Landscape Contracting business over the years to stop by for a locally grown organic Christmas tree. 

We will be open the next (3) weekends 10 AM - 4 PM starting today. We are located at 250 Bent Street, Franklin MA. 

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and all the best in 2019!"

Lyon Landscape and Nursery: pick and cut your Christmas tree (courtesy photo)

Visit Lyon Landscape and Nursery on the internet
https://www.lyonlandscapenursery.com/

Shared via Facebook
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Sign up for Franklin's Reverse 911 system

I had signed up previously but it appears that the system may have been updated and you need to reestablish your profile and account settings.

It was accomplished quickly and easily. I do recommend signing up for these alerts. They are not overdone and while it is good to have you find out from Franklin Matters, there will be times you need to hear directly.

Sign up online  franklintown.regroup.com

Sign up online  franklintown.regroup.com

Shared from the DPW Facebook posting
https://www.facebook.com/FranklinDPW/photos/a.938433076241163/2069290956488697/?type=3&theater

Franklin Historical Museum - Franklin Ornaments for sale

Gazebo ornaments available at the museum gift shop $15.00. 
Brick School ornaments $10.00 while they last. 

Museum open Saturday mornings 10-1 and Sunday afternoons 1-4

Franklin Historical Museum - Franklin Ornaments for sale

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA: FRI Nov 23 - THU Nov 29

Friday, November 23

 Black Friday

10:00am

 Knitting Group

7:30pm

 An Alumni Cabaret

Saturday, November 24

6:30am

 Franklin Turkey Trot 5K Family Run

10:00am

 Franklin Historical Museum (Always free)

10:30am

 BYO (Baby)

Sunday, November 25

1:00pm

 Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

4:00pm

 Christmas on the Common

Monday, November 26

10:30am

 Move Along

11:00am

 Toddler Playgroup

3:00pm

 Monday Crafternoons

3:30pm

 Dungeons & Dragons for Kids

7:00pm

 Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, November 27

9:30am

 Cool Cruisers

10:30am

 Get Ready for Kindergarten

7:00pm

 School Committee - meeting

7:00pm

 Franklin Public Library Book Club

Wednesday, November 28

10:30am

 Terrific Toddlers

11:00am

 Toddler Playgroup

4:00pm

 Chanukah Story Hour

4:00pm

 Construction Junction

7:00pm

 Town Council meeting

Thursday, November 29

9:30am

 Baby Tummy Time

10:30am

 Story & Craft

4:00pm

 Fandom Thursdays

6:30pm

 Genealogy Club Meeting

For the interactive version, please visit

http://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

For the Town of Franklin Public Meeting Calendar

http://www.franklinma.gov/calendar

Submit an event for the Community Calendar, please use this link

https://goo.gl/forms/7Pr1iBuAiIna7cUo2

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA: FRI Nov 23 - THU Nov 29

Hockomock Area YMCA Announces LIVESTRONG at the YMCA classes starting in January

Since 2010, The Hockomock Area YMCA has been facilitating the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program and they are pleased to announce new classes for 2019.

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a free 12-week program designed for cancer survivors and their families seeking to regain health, build strength, and connect with other cancer survivors. Our goal is to help participants build muscle mass and muscle strength, increase flexibility and endurance, and improve functional ability. Certified YMCA fitness instructors give personal individualized instruction and are trained in the elements of cancer, post rehab exercise, nutrition, and supportive cancer care.

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA alumna and program mentor
Judy Ammindown with LIVESTRONG at the YMCA
Program Coordinator and Trainer Jackie Robison

New Classes Announced for LIVESTRONG at the YMCA at the Hockomock Y in January:

Bernon Family (Franklin) Branch
45 Forge Hill Road
Franklin, MA
Day and Time: Monday and Wednesdays, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm beginning January 7th
Day and Time: Monday and Wednesday, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, beginning on January 7th

Invensys Foxboro Branch
67 Mechanic Street
Foxboro, MA
Day and Time: Tuesday and Thursday, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm beginning January 8th
Day and Time: Tuesday and Thursday, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm beginning January 8th

North Attleboro Branch
300 Elmwood Street
North Attleboro, MA
Day and Time: Monday and Wednesday, 12:00 pm -1:30 pm beginning January 7th

A survivor is defined from the point of cancer diagnosis through the balance of his/her life. Are you a cancer survivor or know someone who is?
Cancer survivors are encouraged to visit www.hockymca.org/new-livestrong-classes or contact Jackie Robison, Program Coordinator at 508-772-1310 or JackieR@hockymca.org for more information and to enroll.

In 2010, the Hockomock Area YMCA was one of the first ten YMCAs in the country to launch this life changing initiative, partnering with the LIVESTRONG Foundation to help cancer survivors begin the journey toward recovery with the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program. On average, 120 participants graduate from the program annually at the Hockomock Area YMCA. A recent survey at the Hockomock Area YMCA found that ninety-nine percent of LIVESTRONG at the YMCA participants said that the atmosphere of the Y supports them in their pursuit of health and well-being.

Part of the Hockomock Y’s commitment to strengthening community through healthy living, the program offers adults affected by cancer a safe, supportive environment to participate in physical and social activities focused on strengthening the whole person. The Hockomock Area YMCA is enrolling now for upcoming LIVESTRONG at the YMCA sessions at their branches in Foxboro, Franklin, and North Attleboro.


About the Hockomock Area YMCA:

Where Cause Meets Community. At the Hockomock Area YMCA, strengthening community is our cause. The Hockomock Area YMCA is an organization of men, women, and children sharing a commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility.

The Hockomock Area YMCA is committed to partnering and collaborating with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 15 communities they are privileged to serve. The Hockomock Area YMCA is a not-for-profit charitable cause-driven organization with facilities in North Attleboro, Foxboro, Franklin, and Mansfield. For more information visit hockymca.org