Snow Plow Contractors Wanted for Franklin, MA

The Franklin DPW is seeking contractors with vehicles and equipment to perform snow removal operations during the 2019-2020 winter season.

Equipment needed: 10-wheelers, 6-wheelers, backhoes, loaders, 1-tons and skidsteers. All equipment must have plows.

Competitive rates

Snow removal packets are available at the DPW Administration Building, 257 Fisher St, Franklin, MA or online at https://www.franklinma.gov/snow-ice-removal

Snow Plow Contractors Wanted for Franklin, MA

GARNET ROGERS at the OCC Coffeehouse - Oct 4

Garnet Rogers is a great performer. Don't miss this concert in Fellowship Hall at the back of the church. Tickets are available in the church office or on the concert website. And take note of the other great concerts later in October and in November.

Since then, Garnet Rogers has been called ‘One of the major talents of our time”. Hailed by the Boston Globe as a “charismatic performer and singer”, Garnet is a man with a powerful physical presence – close to six and a half feet tall – with a voice to match. With his “smooth, dark baritone” (Washington Post) his incredible range, and thoughtful, dramatic phrasing, Garnet is widely considered by fans and critics alike to be one of the finest singers anywhere. His music, like the man himself, is literate, passionate, highly sensitive, and deeply purposeful. 

Cinematic in detail, his songs “give expression to the unspoken vocabulary of the heart” (Kitchener Waterloo Record). An optimist at heart, Garnet sings extraordinary songs about people who are not obvious heroes and of the small victories of the everyday. As memorable as his songs, his over-the-top humor and lightning-quick wit moves his audience from tears to laughter and back again.

Tickets for the concert are $20 in advance and $25 at the door, available at the church office, 508-384-3110, or at www.musicatocc.org. The event will be in Fellowship Hall at the back of the church with entry from the parking lot behind the church. Parking is available behind the church and in the lot across the street. For more information and to be added to the mailing list, visit the website or contact Ken Graves, 508-384-8084, occmusic99@gmail.com.

GARNET ROGERS at the OCC Coffeehouse - Oct 4

FHS girls soccer tie with Oliver Ames on Wednesday

Via HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the FHS fall sports action on Wednesday, Oct 2, 2019


Boys Soccer = Oliver Ames, 2 @ Franklin, 1 – Final
– Oliver Ames scored inside the final five minutes of each half to grab two points on the road at Franklin. The Panthers took a 1-0 lead in the 19th minute when Jacob Cummings nodded in a cross from Donny Tappin. OA got on the board just before halftime when Colin Milliken buried his chance in the 37th minute, scoring after Anthony DaCosta headed on a cross from Brady deVos free kick. Milliken set up the game winner, feeding Jimmy Keane in the 75th minute to make it 2-1.

Girls Soccer = Franklin, 0 @ Oliver Ames, 0 – Final 
– Seniors Leah Johnson and Abby Hodges played well for the Tigers while Emily Meyers had a strong showing in net to grab the shutout for OA.

Boys Cross Country = Franklin @ Taunton – Postponed to Thursday, October 3rd at 3:45

Girls Cross Country = Franklin @ Taunton – Postponed to Thursday, October 3rd at 3:45

For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-10-02-19/

FHS girls soccer tie with Oliver Ames on Wednesday

 

Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee: October 2019 Events

The newsletter was shortened for publication here. To review the full set of contents use this link https://mailchi.mp/7ea94c76e963/2-3687829?e=a29a9f98b7

View this email in your browser Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee                      October Events October looks to be very busy for the FBRTC. Check out our latest post to see all the things going on this month. We hope to see you at an upcoming event! https://www.franklinbellinghamrailtrail.org/2019/09/30/october-happenings/ Copyright © 2019 Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you have opted in to stay informed about the Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee Our mailing address is: Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee PO Box 68 Franklin, Ma 02038

St. Mary's Women's Faith Formation Group - Oct 5

"The St. Mary's Women's Faith Formation Group invites all interested women to attend a monthly program based on Bishop Robert Barron's critically acclaimed Catholicism series.

Our Fall focus will be on saints who are women. Our first meeting will take place on October 5th from 9:30-10:30 AM in the Sacred Heart Hall in the lower church, located at One Church Square, Franklin, MA.

We will meet on the first Saturday of each month. Come with an open mind, a willingness to share in informal discussion and a desire to learn more about our Catholic faith. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome."

St. Mary's Women's Faith Formation Group - Oct 5

Franklin Public Schools: No School on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 - Yom Kippur

No School on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 - Yom Kippur

 

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No School on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 - Yom Kippur

 

FSPA Celebrates 35th Anniversary

In 1985, lifetime Franklin resident Raye Lynn Mercer, director, pianist, and educator, departed from her private studio of 35 piano students with a vision, and opened the doors of the Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) at 38 Main Street in Franklin. Offering the region a one-of-a-kind performing arts education program that includes music, dance, and drama under one roof, FSPA Celebrates its 35th Anniversary Season this year.

The anniversary celebrations began with a back-to-school toast at 38 Main Street for faculty and FSPA families past and present. The year’s festivities will include an anniversary alumni concert and celebration at THE BLACK BOX over Thanksgiving weekend, a special February cabaret featuring current students, faculty, alumni, and Broadway friends of FSPA at one of NYC’s most prestigious cabaret venues, the 35th Spring Concert in May, and more.

Through the years, FSPA has cultivated relationships with performers and guest teachers who are currently dominating their artistic fields. These artists are able to mentor FSPA students through the school’s annual NYC master class weekend as well as special workshops held at the school. "I wish I had a Franklin School for the Performing Arts in my life when I was growing up,” says Tony Award winner Beth Leavel. “It's invaluable."

Raye Lynn Mercer

FSPA’s alumni have a long track record of success. Students have gone on to appear on Broadway, in national tours, regional theater, professional ballet companies, TV, feature film, opera, cruise ships, concert dance, and more. Alum Dan Gleason, currently in Wicked on Broadway, says of his FSPA beginnings, “ I owe a lot of my consistent vocal health and technique to my years at FSPA. Healthy singing habits were ingrained in my body and now are second nature. FSPA set me up for success in life and I am so thankful for my years of training in my hometown.”

FSPA founder Raye Lynn Mercer believes that an education in the performing arts, whether or not pursued for a professional career, provides young people with lasting life skills. Students of the arts develop personal attributes including focus, discipline, self-esteem, and an understanding of teamwork. Superior communication and social skills become attributes of students who pursue music, dance, and drama. Conservatory and career bound students, as well as those who attend classes for fun, gain a sense of accomplishment and the confidence they need to succeed in all endeavors. 

FSPA violin instructor Irina Fainkichen says of the school’s environment, "I see FSPA as a second home for many students. Besides all the opportunities this school provides, and believe me, there are so many, I love that everybody has so much fun together. We are like a big and loud family. Whether in the hallways or classrooms, you can hear music, dancing, singing, and laughter everywhere."

For more information on the Franklin School for the Performing Arts and its programs visit www.FSPAonline.com or call 508-528-8668. FSPA will hold open houses for prospective students and families at 38 Main Street on October 10 from 4:00-8:00 pm and October 30 from 4:00-8:00 pm. The community is invited to tour the facilities, observe classes, speak with faculty and staff, and learn more about FSPA programs in music, dance, and drama, whether for recreational enjoyment or serious study.

Pour Richard's: Meet the Candidates - Oct 10

"We are hosting a Meet the Candidates night at the store on Thursday October 10th from 6:30-7:30. 

It is a casual conversation with the candidates for town office. We will be providing a wine tasting and light snacks. 

No formal presentations just a chance to mix and mingle. Event is free."

 

Pour Richard's: Meet the Candidates - Oct 10

For more about Pour Richard's Wine and Spirits visit them online
https://www.pourrichardswine.com/

or in real life at 14 Grove St, Franklin, MA 02038

FHS volleyball rallies to top Feehan

Via HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the FHS fall sports action on Tuesday, Oct 1, 2019

** Volleyball = Franklin, 3 vs. Bishop Feehan, 2 – Final
– Franklin rallied from a 2-1 deficit to win the final two sets and earn a 3-2 (21-25, 25-22, 23-25, 25-23, 15-12) win over the Shamrocks. Sophie Lyons had a great game for Franklin with 15 kills while Allyson Bonnet-Eymard also had a strong showing at the net with 16 kills. Cailyn Mackintosh dished out 41 assists and had three aces while Jill Benoit finished with 16 digs.


** Golf = Franklin, 163 @ King Philip, 153 – Final

For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/tuesdays-schedule-scoreboard-10-01-19/

FHS volleyball rallies to top Feehan

Board of Assessors: Agenda - Oct 3, 2019

Franklin Board Of Assessors 

meeting at 

Franklin Municipal Building, Room 106, 

355 East Central Street, Franklin, Massachusetts 

Thursday, October 3, 2019 at 9:00 AM

A. Approval Of Minutes: 
Regular & Executive Session Minutes of September 19, 2019

B. Administration, Old Business and New Business 
1. Report on FY 2020 tax file preparation, FY 2021 Chapterlands filings

C. Motor Vehicle Excise 
1. MV Abatement Denials
2. September 2019 MV List of Abatements for Comptroller

D. Personal Property 
1. Utility Valuation vs. Net Book Value

E. Boat Excise 

F. Real Estate 
1. Abatements and Appeals
2. Exemptions

G. Executive Session 

1.The Board may vote to go into Executive Session under Purpose 7 to discuss and vote on matters that are confidential in accordance with law, such as, but not limited to abatements and exemptions (MGL Ch. 59, Sec. 60), or property income & expense disclosures (MGL Ch. 59, Sec 52B). Will the Board return to Open Session?

This was shared from the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/agenda_10-03-2019.pdf

Board of Assessors: Agenda - Oct 3, 2019

Millennials and fraud: What’s the story?

Millennials and fraud: What's the story? by Lisa Weintraub Schifferle, Attorney, FTC, Division of Consumer and Business Education Lots of people fall for scams. Is it any different for Millennials? That's what the FTC explores in its new Data Spotlight, Not what you think: Millennials and fraud. Read more https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/2019/10/millennials-and-fraud-whats-story?utm_source=govdelivery  This is a free service provided by the Federal Trade Commission.

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MBTA Commuter Rail: Through Thursday - Franklin Line notice - Shuttle between Franklin/Dean and Forge Park

Weekdays, Monday - Thursday, September 16 - through October, from 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM, shuttle buses will replace Franklin Line service between Forge Park/495 and Franklin due to track maintenance. Passengers may experience delays due to shuttle bus connections.

This necessary tie job replacement project will improve service and reliability on the Commuter Rail. Additional weekdays may be added as work progresses on the Franklin Line. Please visit https://www.mbta.com/FRKwork for more details about bus shuttle schedules.

Please note the pickup/drop off locations for shuttle buses:

Franklin: Please board in the main station parking lot near the shelter.
Forge Park/495: Please board at the end of the driveway to the parking lot.


Affected trips:

703 (8:04 am from South Station)
710 (9:22 am from Forge Park/495)
705 (9:40 am from South Station)
712 (10:55 am from Forge Park/495)
707 (11:00 am from South Station)
714 (12:20 pm from Forge Park/495)
709 (12:20 pm from South Station)
716 (1:35 pm from Forge Park/495)
711 (1:35 pm from South Station)
718 (2:57 pm from Forge Park/495)

For more information: https://www.mbta.com/FRKwork

Last Updated: Oct 01 2019 01:47 PM

crews at work on Tuesday at the Union St crossing

Franklin in Focus: Candidate Query - Oct 22

Franklin in Focus, a nonpartisan organization focused on bringing information about town issues and town government to the public, is sponsoring an evening with the candidates running for office in the upcoming November 5 town election. 

The Franklin in Focus Candidate Query will be held October 22, 2019, from 6 PM to 8:30 PM at the Franklin Senior Center. The public is invited but seating is limited, so please reserve. 

Due to time constraints, only candidates in competitive races will attend: Constable, School Committee, and Town Council. 

The program will be recorded and broadcast by FranklinTV.


RESERVE YOUR TICKET (to be added)
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/franklin-in-focus-candidate-query-tickets-74766800513


WHEN: Tuesday, Oct 22, 2019 - 6 to 8:30 PM

WHERE: Franklin Senior Center

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Franklin in Focus: Candidate Query - Oct 22

Town Council Recap -Sep 18, 2019

Due to a work commitment for a 9 PM meeting, I did 'real time' reporting for the Town Council meeting of Wednesday, Sep 18, 2019. From the comfort of my home office, I reported on the meeting capturing notes and photos from the broadcast on my laptop. Fortunately, the meeting ended just before 9 and I was able to swivel my seat to my 'work from home desk' and dial into the conference call on schedule.

• Franklin Police Department had two new hires sworn in: John Godino and David Ricci. Nick Palmieri was recognized with a promotion to Detective. Daniel McGlynn was recognized for his 27 years of service on the force. 
• Franklin Fire Department EMS Lieutenant William Blanchard was sworn in.

John Godino and David Ricci being sworn in

Nick Palmieri congratulated by Capt Lynch on promotion

 

Daniel McGlynn presented with a plaque in recognition of his 27 years of service

William Blanchard being sworn in as a new Lieutenant

The often rescheduled public hearing for the Zoning Bylaw Amendment 19-837: Zoning Map Changes From General Residential V to Single Family Residential IV an Area on or Near West Central Street was closed at this meeting.It appeared that the Council simply wanted to close the public hearing without doing anything. A couple of people did speak on the record. Including the individual with the proposal currently involved in a law suit over his proposal for this location with the Planning Board. 

One of the draw backs of being remote for the meeting was that I could not talk with anyone to really find out what was going on. So there will likely be more to come on this item.

A set of presentations on the Historical Museum (document shared) and on the DPW 'tree warden' as well as the new textile recycling program beginning in November were shared. The presentation documents are included in the links below. 

I'll create an audio file of the tree warden presentation to share soon. In the meantime, the Franklin TV recording is available for replay.
https://view.earthchannel.com/PlayerController.aspx?&PGD=franknma&eID=683


The Town of Franklin "Actions Taken" document
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/town_council_actions_taken_for_september_18_2019.pdf

Additional details can be found in my notes captured during the 'real time reporting' session for this meeting

• Real-time Reporting: Legislation for action through Closing

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-legislation-for-action.html

• Real-time Reporting: DPW Presentation

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-dpw-presentation.html

• Real-time reporting: Historical Museum presentation .

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-historical-museum.html

• Real-time Reporting: Public Hearing - Zoning Bylaw...

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-public-hearing-zoning.html

• Real-time Reporting: Town Council - Sep 18, 2019

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-town-council-sep-18-2019.html

"The Gift of Music": Don't Forget to Save the Date - Nov 10

Give the gift of music at our gala event coming up...

Mark your calendars and join us once more for an unforgettable evening! The Encore Music Education Foundation presents "The Gift of Music", a fundraising gala this Fall on Sunday, November 10th at the Milford DoubleTree Hotel from 5:00-10:00 PM. Tickets will be on sale soon so watch your email for the purchase link! Copyright © *2019* *Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios*, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios 3 Bent St Franklin, MA 02038