Zoning Board of Appeals: Public Hearing - June 6

Notice is hereby given that the Town of Franklin Board of Appeals will hold a Public hearing on June 6, 2019 in the Franklin Municipal Building, 355 East Central Street, Franklin, MA At: 7:40 PM

Applicant: Madison Place Holdings
Address of Subject Property: 120 Union Street (278-207-000-000)
Petition Type: Variance

To Allow: Applicant is seeking to construct two, single family townhouses that are 14’from the right side yard setback where 20’ is required, 14.6’ from the left side yard setback where 20’ is required, 12.1’ from the rear set back where 20’ is required and 39.7% of maximum impervious coverage where on 35% is allowed. The building permit is denied without a variance from the ZBA.

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/120_union_street_-_legal_ad.pdf

120 Union Street (278-207-000-000)

existing plot lines and setbacks

proposed plot lines and setbacks

owner info

Franklin Downtown Partnership: Strawberry Stroll - June 14, 2019

The Franklin Downtown Partnership’s annual Strawberry Stroll is scheduled in downtown Franklin on Friday, June 14 and is expected to be the largest Stroll in its 17-year history. Come to the family-fun event and enjoy live bands, sidewalk sales and activities from 4 PM to 8 PM Main Street and Dean Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic during the Strawberry Stroll. The rain date is Saturday, June 15.

Franklin Downtown Partnership:
Strawberry Stroll - June 14, 2019

“The Strawberry Stroll is our opportunity to invite people to come together downtown and have fun experiencing the local businesses throughout our community that are unique to this area,” said Scott Martin, president of the Franklin Downtown Partnership and event chairperson. “The mix of activities, crafters and entertainment we have for this year’s festival will make this community event special for all ages, while showcasing what shopping and dining downtown offers.”

For the first time, the FDP is inviting residents to wear straw hats to the Stroll to honor Franklin’s straw hat manufacturing history!

For the second year in a row, Dean Bank has organized Dancing on Dean, a fun dance party featuring two local bands: Matt Zajac and The Northeast Groove.

Read all the details of the Strawberry Stroll here 
https://files.constantcontact.com/ceff47be401/1ca5267a-4ba9-42a6-a728-39b90f317aef.pdf

and view the performance schedule here
https://files.constantcontact.com/ceff47be401/214b2b97-14b6-4358-8f35-1395c2d71e85.pdf

LET'S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin is on Wednesday, June 12

Bring more laughter into your life by attending Let’s Laugh Today on Wednesday, June 12th from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin. 

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! They do not meet in Franklin in July and August, so get your laughs in this month! 

$5 donation to the church, $10 maximum per family. Please bring your water bottle because laughing is dehydrating. Led by Certified Laughter Yoga Master Trainers, Linda and Bill Hamaker. See www.letslaughtoday.com for opportunities to laugh in other towns. 

If you have any questions, just call them at 508-660-2223 or e-mail billandlinda@letslaughtoday.com.

LET'S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin
is on Wednesday, June 12

FHS girls lacrosse rolls 20-1 in opener

Girls Lacrosse = D1 East = #15 North Attleboro, 1 @ #2 Franklin, 20 – Final

Joe Clark, HockomockSports.com Reporter, provides the game recap:

"The first round of the MIAA Division I East Tournament pitted two Hockomock League opponents against each other in #2 Franklin and #15 North Attleboro. Franklin took the first matchup between the two on April 10th, and history repeated itself on Monday afternoon at Pisini Field in Franklin, as the Panthers won by a score of 20-1. 

Franklin got off to a quick start, with Kelsey McCallum netting the Panthers first goal less than a minute into the game. Stella Regan followed that up with a goal of her own a few seconds later, and then Kenzie Baker (five goals) scored three straight goals to put Franklin up 5-0 less than five minutes into the game. Franklin’s quick start could be attributed to their success on the draw, as they won 21 out of the 24 total draws. 

“We always want to come out hard and set the tone early, starting with draws, we’ve been really working on that in practice, just winning draws and the ground ball battle and then taking care of our shots, and we definitely did that today,” said Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino about her team’s start. 

The rest of the first half was all Franklin, as the Panthers scored another five goals within eight minutes to increase the lead to 10-0 with 12:16 to go in the first. It could’ve been a larger lead for Franklin if it weren’t for a great save with 14:39 to go by North Attleboro goalie Faith Graveline."

Continue reading the recap
https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-runs-past-rocketeers-in-playoff-opener/

For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-06-03-19/

For a photo gallery of this game
https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2018-2019/Spring-2019/Franklin-North-Attleboro-Girls-Lacrosse-6-3-19/

Franklin continued its dominance against Hockomock League teams, rolling to a 20-1 victory over
North Attleboro in the first round of the playoffs. (Josh Perry/HockomockSports.com)

In the News: Franklin PMC Kids Ride; “A Berry Fine Art Show”

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

Franklin PMC (Pan Mass Challenge) Kids Ride

"The Franklin PMC (Pan Mass Challenge) Kids Ride will be held from 8 a.m. to noon June 16, one of more than 35 PMC Kids Rides throughout the New England area. 

The Franklin PMC Kids Ride will start and finish at the Jefferson School, 628 Washington St. 

Kids can select from a 3, 6 or 10-mile course. They will also enjoy an after-ride celebration with music, games, food and more. Younger participants, not yet on two wheels, can participate in the Tikes and Trikes course in a contained area at the school. This area has several stations and activities for the little ones, including a car wash, gas station, snack stand, craft table, face painting and more. 

There is a $10 registration fee and a $30 fundraising minimum for all riders. Riders can ride solo, start a team or join a team."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190603/strongfranklin-pmc-kids-ride-plannedstrong

Franklin PMC (Pan Mass Challenge) Kids Ride (courtesy photo)

“A Berry Fine Art Show”

"The Franklin Art Association will hold its Spring/Summer Fine Art Exhibition and Sale, “A Berry Fine Art Show,” from June 14-16 at the Rockland Trust Annex, 44 Main St. 

The show, which is free and open to the public, will kick off on Friday from 4-8 p.m., coinciding with Franklin Downtown Partnership’s Strawberry Stroll. 

The Fine Art Exhibition and Sale includes works in oil, acrylic, water media, photography, pastel, charcoal and mixed media. In addition to the exhibited works, small works and unframed art will be available for purchase."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190603/strongfranklin-art-association-to-hold-springsummer-fine-art-exhibition-strong

SAFE Coalition: Community Meeting - June 4 at 7 PM

Please join us tomorrow evening, Tuesday, June 4, at 7 PM at the Franklin Municipal Building for our monthly community meeting, where we will be discussing issues and solutions in your community. 

All are welcome!

Sincerely,

Steve Spiewakowski
Secretary, SAFE Coalition

SAFE Coalition - local support for substance abuse

Franklin Garden Club Plant Sale at Farmer’s Market - June 7

The Franklin Garden Club will hold a plant sale from 12:00 – 6:00 PM at the first Franklin Farmer’s Market of the year on June 7 at the Town Common. A variety of reasonably priced annual and perennial plants will be available for purchase, along with flower arrangements made by club members. Proceeds will benefit the club’s scholarship fund and other community activities.

Club Co-Presidents Susan Childers and Janice Cederquist stated, “While the recent rainy weather may have delayed many from planting, June is the perfect time to plant annuals in either gardens or pots, as the weather is getting warmer and plants will begin to thrive. Our sale provides a convenient way to purchase plants or a beautiful flower arrangement to enjoy at home or use as a gift that will brighten the day for someone else. “

Franklin Garden Club  Plant Sale at Farmer’s Market - June 7