Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Wine and Cheese - Sep 14 at THE BLACK BOX


THE BLACK BOX, the Metro-West region’s premier theater, music, and event venue, will present “Wine and Cheese,” an evening featuring a delicious wine tasting paired with the cheesiest songs ever written on Saturday, Sep 14, 2019.

Wine and Cheese” will star La Cantina Winery, Smith Cheeses, and Franklin Performing Arts Company entertainers led by host Nick Paone.  Admission includes a wine tasting, cheese and charcuterie, sweets, and entertainment. Glasses of wine and other beverages will be available at intermission to enjoy during the second part of the performance.



Wine and Cheese - Sep 14
Wine and Cheese - Sep 14
Since its inception, La Cantina Winery has become the premier location for learning the process of winemaking.  From grapes, to barrel, to bottle, they are committed to the educational and fun process of making wine. Smith’s Cheeses combines old fashioned family traditions and hard work  to produce their Farmstead Cheeses. They also have a commitment to reduce their carbon footprint: their grid-tied photovoltaic solar system offsets over 70% of their hot water and 30% of their electrical usage costs by using the energy of the sun.



Singing the cheesiest songs ever written will be performers from the Franklin Performing Arts Company. Audiences will enjoy being led through these “classic” songs by host Nick Paone.



THE BLACK BOX is located at 15 W. Central St. in downtown Franklin, MA. For tickets and more information visit www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com or call the box office at 508-528-3370. Follow THE BLACK BOX on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more updates. 

“I anticipate the study to be a deliberate and thoughtful one, which will take time, likely to span multiple years”

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
"The superintendent of schools will recommend to the school board that the district hire an outside consultant to analyze whether Davis Thayer Elementary School should be closed.

Superintendent Sara Ahern is scheduled to make the recommendation at a School Committee meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday at the Town Council Chambers in the Municipal Building, 355 East Central St. The district will also hold two meetings on Thursday to hear from parents and guardians on the topic: the first opportunity is at 10 a.m. in the Town Council Chambers and the second is at 6 p.m. at the school’s library.

“I know that the Davis Thayer community is tight-knit and supportive ... I am sad but find that I must exercise a responsibility of my job,” wrote Ahern in an email to parents.

In a memo to committee members, Ahern said that the school warranted a closer look, because of its age and design. The school, which was the original Franklin High School, was first built in 1924."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190909/franklin-superintendent-to-recommend-study-on-closing-davis-thayer-school

The complete action item text for the Davis Thayer study recommendation
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/retirement-of-facilities-recommendation.html

The full agenda for the School Committee meeting Tuesday
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/franklin-ma-school-committee-agenda-sep.html

“I anticipate the study to be a deliberate and thoughtful one, which will take time, likely to span multiple years”
“I anticipate the study to be a deliberate and thoughtful one, which will take time, likely to span multiple years”
 

Monday, September 9, 2019

Lifelong Community Learning: Fall Team Sports Coming Your Way



Lifelong Community Learning
Get Ready for Fall Team Sports
Beginning In September
Intermediate: Build your strong foundation in the basics of volleyball. A fun, competitive time is guaranteed for all! 14 Mondays - $139/person

Advanced: If you have played competitive volleyball in the past and would like to find something closer to home or get back into it after an absence, then this class is for you! 14 Tuesdays - $139/person
Badminton is a racquet sport played by two people or four people. Unlike other racquet sports, badminton involves hitting a shuttlecock – a cone-shaped projectile that moves differently than a ball - the ideal sport for those who like to be kept on their toes.
14 Tuesdays - $139/person
Men's Fall Basketball on Tuesdays
beginning in late September
Looking for a night of fun and exercise? Basketball is great way to de-stress and add variety to your routine.
10 Tuesdays - $99/person
Lifelong Community Learning - Franklin Public Schools | 218 Oak Street, Room 137, Franklin, MA 02038

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Franklin - Volleyball: 2019 Hockomock League Preview

Volleyball: 2019 Hockomock League Preview By HockomockSports.com Staff. We share the Franklin summary here. A link to the full listing is below.

2018 Record: 20-1 (Kelley-Rex Division Champions)
2018 Finish: Reached D1 State Semifinals
Coach: Kelsey Weymouth

It’s going to be a completely new look Franklin squad this fall, but second-year head coach Kelsey Weymouth is still expecting a strong season from the Panthers.

Coming off the best season in program history which featured an undefeated regular season, a D1 Central West sectional title, and a trip to the D1 State Semifinals, the Panthers will look to new faces to try and orchestrate another successful season. Allyson Bonnett-Eymard picked up valuable experience last season, registering 102 kills, and will be one of the go-to options on offense for Franklin this year. Weymouth also expects Bonnett-Eymard to be involved in the setting game as well. 

Other returners include Bridget Jackson and Emma Chase, both of which will play in the middle. Weymouth expects Chase to hit from various spots at the net this year. Sophomore Cailyn Macintosh had a strong offseason and will be in the mix for setting duties, junior Jill Benoit will be a key piece of the back row defense as the libero, and senior Sarah Jackson will see an expanded role at the net this season. The Panthers will be relying on their height to lead the defense at the net.

“We are more of a younger team this season but each player has made huge improvements,” Weymouth said. “Most of the team has not played together before, so our chemistry will be key. I love having a lot of variety on my team because that means I can move a lot of people around playing different positions.”

Read the full listing online at HockomockSports.com
https://hockomocksports.com/2019-hockomock-volleyball-preview/

Franklin - Volleyball: 2019 Hockomock League Preview
Franklin - Volleyball: 2019 Hockomock League Preview

Franklin - Field Hockey: 2019 Hockomock League Preview

Field Hockey: 2019 Hockomock League Preview By HockomockSports.com Staff. We share the Franklin summary here. A link to the full listing is below.

2018 Record: 13-6-2
2018 Result: Reached Div. 1 South Semifinal
Coach: Michelle Hess

After finishing second in the Kelley-Rex division and making a run to the Div. 1 South semifinal, where they led perennial power Walpole by two goals with 10 minutes remaining, Franklin wants to build on that momentum and return to the top of the league standings for the first time in three seasons. The experience of last year’s run, which included finishing on an 11-2-2 run, has confidence brimming through the program.

The loss of do-everything midfielder Cassi Ronan will certainly hurt, as well as defender Emily Valentino and goalie Christina Luccini, but the Panthers still have a solid foundation of returning standouts to rely on. Senior Maeve Ledwith will continue to lead the defensive unit and is one of the league’s top distributors out of the back. Junior Amanda Lewandowski saved her best for the end of the season and playoffs and will be one of the team’s top attackers. Freshman Kaitlyn Carney is expected to contribute right away and possibly ease the loss of Ronan from the midfield. Junior Neilee Hess will take over between the pipes.

“The players worked very hard in the offseason, and I am proud of them for their dedication and determination,” said Franklin coach Michelle Hess. “I look forward to watching this team come together and earn a top spot in the Hockomock League along with another deep run in the tournament.”

Read the full listing online at HockomockSports.com
https://hockomocksports.com/field-hockey-2019-hockomock-league-preview/

Franklin - Field Hockey: 2019 Hockomock League Preview
Franklin - Field Hockey: 2019 Hockomock League Preview


Register O'Donnell Invites Public to Celebrate Rededication and Publication of History Booklet


Norfolk County Registry of Deeds

Register O'Donnell Invites Public to Celebrate Rededication and Publication of History Booklet
Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell cordially invites members of the public to the rededication of the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds building. The open house event will be held on Wednesday, October 2nd from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Additionally, the event will promote the second edition of the Registry's Notable Land Records of famous and influential people who have lived in Norfolk County.

The 116 year old Registry of Deeds building, built in 1903 and located at 649 High Street, Dedham, MA has recently undergone significant renovations and repairs. These improvements have included repairs to the granite outside edifice, a new roof, a new boiler, repaired ceilings and mouldings, new wiring, more research space as well as interior painting.
In addition, attendees at the event will be able to obtain a free copy of the second edition of the Registry's Notable Land Records of prominent and famous people of Norfolk County. These individuals include one of the greatest composers of modern time, another was a six-time Olympic gold medalist and another was the chief-of-staff to a United States President. "Furthermore," noted O'Donnell, "there will be an exhibit of these 28 land records and more throughout the Registry's renovated Great Hall."

Register O'Donnell concluded, "The Registry of Deeds building plays an important role in the life of Norfolk County. The substantive improvements to this historic building will allow members of the general public and real estate professionals alike the ability to better access our records, whether by physical hard copy or via public terminals located throughout the building. The improvements made will also allow Registry of Deeds personnel to further achieve their core mission of recording and maintaining Norfolk County land documents in a secure, accurate and accessible manner."
The open house rededication event, which again, is scheduled for October 2, 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM will be held at the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds building located at 649 High Street, Dedham, MA. Admission is free. Light refreshments will be served. For additional information about the event, please contact ksirois@norfolkdeeds.org or call the Registry at (781) 461-6116.

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The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds is located at 649 High Street in Dedham. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center via telephone at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org.


Register William P. O'Donnell

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds

email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org
phone: 781-234-3336
web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org
Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street, Dedham,, MA 02026-1831

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Register O'Donnell Invites Public to Celebrate Rededication and Publication of History Booklet
Register O'Donnell Invites Public to Celebrate Rededication and Publication of History Booklet