"Explore the stories of Franklin, Massachusetts with local historians Joe Landry and Eamon McCarthy Earls. On this episode: A visit to the Morse Block, Clark Square, the Post Office and Depot Ave."
https://youtu.be/GXLIE_SDASE
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Once Upon a Town - Tour of Downtown Franklin (Video)
https://youtu.be/GXLIE_SDASE
Franklin School for the Performing Arts Introduces VirtualFSPA
On Monday, March 23, the Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) introduced VirtualFSPA, allowing students to continue their performing arts education while social distancing due to COVID-19.
The Music Department instructors are teaching private lessons on the FaceTime, Zoom, or Skype platforms. All Dance and Drama Department classes, as well as Group Voice Classes and Little Music School, will be on BAND. The free app has already been successfully used at FSPA to distribute choreography and class/rehearsal materials.
Students have been invited to join their specific classes on BAND and the classes will be posted at regular class time each day. FSPA Director Raye Lynn Mercer comments, “Although they can access their classes anytime, I think that originally posting the curriculum at regular class times gives students after school activities to look forward to and a bit of normalcy in their schedules.”
Mercer continues, “This is clearly a very difficult time, but this unique situation offers the chance for us to help keep our students busy at home, involved with FSPA, and continuing with preparations for Spring Concert and Music Department studio recitals. “
Additionally, FSPA has been providing at-home challenges, contests, and activities on their social media pages to keep students performing while at home. Projects have included a choreography challenge, a compilation reading of Shakespeare’s Sonnet 18, “FSPA Shower Concerts,” the Time Step Challenge, and more.
Follow FSPA on
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/FSPAonline/
Instagram (@fspaonline) https://www.instagram.com/fspaonline/
Twitter (@fspaonline) https://twitter.com/fspaonline
YouTube (Franklin School for the Performing Arts)
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKkCQfWPhaucwL-WiLECWbA
And of course, their home page https://fspaonline.com/
The Music Department instructors are teaching private lessons on the FaceTime, Zoom, or Skype platforms. All Dance and Drama Department classes, as well as Group Voice Classes and Little Music School, will be on BAND. The free app has already been successfully used at FSPA to distribute choreography and class/rehearsal materials.
Students have been invited to join their specific classes on BAND and the classes will be posted at regular class time each day. FSPA Director Raye Lynn Mercer comments, “Although they can access their classes anytime, I think that originally posting the curriculum at regular class times gives students after school activities to look forward to and a bit of normalcy in their schedules.”
Mercer continues, “This is clearly a very difficult time, but this unique situation offers the chance for us to help keep our students busy at home, involved with FSPA, and continuing with preparations for Spring Concert and Music Department studio recitals. “
Additionally, FSPA has been providing at-home challenges, contests, and activities on their social media pages to keep students performing while at home. Projects have included a choreography challenge, a compilation reading of Shakespeare’s Sonnet 18, “FSPA Shower Concerts,” the Time Step Challenge, and more.
Follow FSPA on
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/FSPAonline/
Instagram (@fspaonline) https://www.instagram.com/fspaonline/
Twitter (@fspaonline) https://twitter.com/fspaonline
YouTube (Franklin School for the Performing Arts)
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKkCQfWPhaucwL-WiLECWbA
And of course, their home page https://fspaonline.com/
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| Franklin School for the Performing Arts Introduces VirtualFSPA |
Simon's Furniture: Coronavirus Emergency Operations - OPEN FOR BUSINESS
"Dear Customers,
The Governor has ordered a shutdown of all non-essential businesses. As an appliance retailer Simon's is allowed to stay open per the governors order.
We are down to critical employees only and are practicing extreme physical and social distancing. We are also no longer allowing anyone into our showrooms or warehouse.
If you have a scheduled delivery our warehouse is open and we are still delivering product. If you need to change your delivery please contact us 48 hours in advance.
Please feel free to contact us with any concerns, below is a list of key contacts. Our main office number is 508-528-0501.
Donna Arpin - Director of Operations - darpin@simonfurniture.com
Jared Simon - Director of Sales and Marketing - jsimon@simonfurniture.com
Kirk Simon - General Manager - ksimon@simonfurniture.com
Sincerely,
The Team At Simons"
Shared from an email. Visit them online
https://www.simonfurniture.com/promotions/miscellaneous/2020/03-our-showroom-is-closed/with-chat/savings.html?
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| Simon's Furniture: Coronavirus Emergency Operations |
Monday, March 23, 2020
Franklin Residents: Coronavirus Information Portal (Updates Here!)
Coronavirus Information Portal (Updates Here!)
The Town of Franklin is keeping up to date with the latest information related to the novel Coronavirus as it becomes available. This site will be updated regularly with information from Local, State and Federal agencies. Please check back frequently.
March 23, 2020 Update 11:00 AM)
Governor Baker issues closure of all non-essential business effective Tuesday, March 24, 2020, at noon (https://www.mass.gov/news/governor-charlie-baker-orders-all-non-essential-businesses-to-cease-in-person-operation)
Based on the escalating global COVID-19 pandemic, effective March 16, 2020, the Franklin Town and School Administration offices, as well as all Franklin public buildings will be closed to the public through April 6th, 2020. Beginning Friday, March 20th, 2020, at 12:00 Noon, all staff will be prohibited from entering any public facilities through April 6th, as well.
- Board of Health confirms the first COVID-19 case in Franklin (March 22, 2020)
- Trash and Recycling pickup will continue to be picked up on their normal schedule.
- All municipal parks and playgrounds will be CLOSED to the public. All Franklin Public School grounds and facilities are also closed to the public. Nature trails are OK to use.
- As of March 18, 2020, drive-through window service will be suspended.
- Beginning Monday, March 23rd, Governor Baker ordered most child care facilities to close.
- Please stay tuned to the Franklin Public Library websites for children's programming and the programs that will be available to residents remotely. Click HERE to find more information on the streaming services and virtual programs provided by the Library.
- GATRA will be suspending regular service on Monday, March 23rd. They will be providing free dial-a-ride options for critical transportation. Find the press release and details HERE
- White dropbox - residents can drop off payments by check and money order only, census forms, etc. in the white dropbox (mailbox) located on the side of the municipal building.
- Permitting and Online Payments (property and real estate, water/sewer/trash, excise taxes) can also be found online:
A Reminder of Best Practices
All employees and residents should read the CDC guidelines for personal hygiene and social distancing. These are the most important things any employee/resident can do to help stop the spread and transmission of the coronavirus (or any virus!).
Coronavirus Customer Service Updates Department by Department (March 23, 2020)
Letter from Town Administrator, Jamie Hellen and the Superintendent of Schools, Sara Ahern regarding facilities closure (March 16, 2020)
Letter from Town Administrator, Jamie Hellen and the Superintendent of Schools, Sara Ahern regarding Coronavirus
A letter from the Superintendent of Schools, Sara Ahern Regarding Coronavirus and School closings
* Residents, please be informed that the over 1.3 million square feet of municipal facilities (ie. Schools, Town Hall Building, etc.) are being sprayed every weekend with commercial-grade disinfectant to help mitigate the spread of germs. This practice will continue for the foreseeable future.
The following links provide up-to-date information regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Center for Disease Control (CDC)
www.Mass211.org provides up-to-date information Massachusetts residents are urged to use 2-1-1 for information, resources, and referrals regarding COVID-19. Operators are staffing this hotline 24/7 and translators are available in multiple languages. Residents with questions can dial 2-1-1 from any landline or cellphone or use the live chat option on the Mass 211 website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Update from the ABCC - No On-Premises Alcohol Consumption
Best Practices for Prevention and Treatment
How to Stop the Spread of Germs (CDC Video)
Workplace, School and Home Best Practices
USDA Guidance regarding food safety
What to do if you are sick (CDC)
How to prevent COVID-19 with social distancing (CDC)
Steps to prevent illness
How to protect yourself
Flattening the Curve Information from Sturdy Memorial Hospital
State of Massachusetts Assemblage Guidance from Governor Baker (March 15th)
Large gathering Information from the CDC (March 15th)
Messages from Superintendent Dr. Sara Ahern (March 8th, Feb 28th)
Franklin Police Response to COVID-19 (March 13, 2020)
Franklin Police Quick Reference Guide to COVID-19 response
State Fire Marshall Update on Licensing & Inspections
Council on Aging COVID1-19 update (March 16, 2020)
How to clean your smartphone (and other computer hardware)
Food Pantry is open for regular business hours
Hockomock YMCA assistance
Town of Franklin Coronavirus Information Portal
https://www.franklinma.gov/home/urgent-alerts/coronavirus-information-portal-updates-here
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| Franklin Residents: Coronavirus Information Portal (Updates Here!) |
Franklin Cultural Council: art competition for high school students
Via Facebook post by the Franklin Cultural Council (FCC):
Post your photos to the Franklin Cultural Council page
https://www.facebook.com/FranklinCulturalCouncil/posts/1112646429089183?
Hiya FCC supporters. We're all needing a little encouragement and support this week! Hope this will help!
The FCC announces a town-wide art competition for all HIGH SCHOOL students in Franklin. We are looking for one high school artist to create an 8x11 poster for all of Franklin. The theme and wording of your poster should contain, "We're All in this Together", "OneFranklin", "One People, One Planet, One Love" or similar message!
Your poster needs to be BOLD and CLEAR and be able to be seen from the street to a house/apartment/storefront. The winner's poster will be duplicated and distributed for any community member in Franklin who would like one for their door or front window. The goal is to fill our our town's windows with art and positive and hopeful messaging.
Deadline = THIS Thursday, March 26th, 5pm. One entry per applicant. Post a photo of your poster in the comment section on the Franklin Cultural Council page when it's completed! Good Luck!
And elementary and middle school students -we're hoping to have something for you too. Stay tuned tomorrow~
Post your photos to the Franklin Cultural Council page
https://www.facebook.com/FranklinCulturalCouncil/posts/1112646429089183?
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| Franklin Cultural Council: art competition for high school students |
Senate President Karen Spilka: Coronavirus Update as of March 21, 2020
Greetings,
Below are the latest updates on federal, state and local efforts on the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Please contact my office if you need assistance in any way during this time. You can always reach out by calling 617-722-1500 or emailing Karen.Spilka@masenate.gov.
I have added a section to my website, MetroWest Resources for COVID-19, for those in my district. https://karenspilka.com/updates/2020/3/13/metrowest-covid-19-resources
If you have resources to share that would be of interest to the general public please email Susan Nicholl in my office at Susan.Nicholl@masenate.gov with the subject line "District Resource."
Please continue to check the Coronavirus Updates page on my website for the latest information (https://karenspilka.com/updates/2020/3/13/covid-19-updates)
Senate President Karen Spilka
Below are the latest updates on federal, state and local efforts on the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Please contact my office if you need assistance in any way during this time. You can always reach out by calling 617-722-1500 or emailing Karen.Spilka@masenate.gov.
I have added a section to my website, MetroWest Resources for COVID-19, for those in my district. https://karenspilka.com/updates/2020/3/13/metrowest-covid-19-resources
If you have resources to share that would be of interest to the general public please email Susan Nicholl in my office at Susan.Nicholl@masenate.gov with the subject line "District Resource."
Please continue to check the Coronavirus Updates page on my website for the latest information (https://karenspilka.com/updates/2020/3/13/covid-19-updates)
Senate President Karen Spilka
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| Senate President Karen Spilka: Coronavirus Update as of March 21, 2020 |
FHS' Brigham, Quinn, Quaile, Edgehill, Sullivan recognized as 2020 Hockomock League Basketball All Stars
The Franklin High School selections for the Hockomock League basketball all stars are shared here.
"Below are the official 2020 Hockomock League Girls Basketball All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
Hockomock League MVP
Ali Brigham, Franklin
Hockomock League All Stars
Ali Brigham, Franklin
Olivia Quinn, Franklin
Honorable Mentions
Erin Quaile, Franklin
Below are the official 20020 Hockomock League Boys Basketball All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
Hockomock League MVP
Bryant Ciccio, Attleboro
Hockomock League All Stars
Chris Edgehill, Franklin
Honorable Mentions
Brayden Sullivan, Franklin"
For the complete girls listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2020-hockomock-league-girls-basketball-all-stars/
For the complete boys listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2020-hockomock-league-boys-basketball-all-stars/
"Below are the official 2020 Hockomock League Girls Basketball All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
Hockomock League MVP
Ali Brigham, Franklin
Hockomock League All Stars
Ali Brigham, Franklin
Olivia Quinn, Franklin
Honorable Mentions
Erin Quaile, Franklin
Below are the official 20020 Hockomock League Boys Basketball All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
Hockomock League MVP
Bryant Ciccio, Attleboro
Hockomock League All Stars
Chris Edgehill, Franklin
Honorable Mentions
Brayden Sullivan, Franklin"
For the complete girls listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2020-hockomock-league-girls-basketball-all-stars/
For the complete boys listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2020-hockomock-league-boys-basketball-all-stars/
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| FHS' Brigham, Quinn, Quaile, Edgehill, Sullivan recognized as 2020 Hockomock League Basketball All Stars |
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