"Hosts Joe Landry and Eamon McCarthy Earls explore the history of the Morse Block in downtown Franklin, which once housed a police station, opera house and more"
https://youtu.be/5T4eQxAdTuk
Thursday, March 26, 2020
Once Upon A Town: Morse Opera House Block (video)
https://youtu.be/5T4eQxAdTuk
In the News: Mr Barrett provides live music; Gov Baker extends schools closure until May 4
From the Milford Daily News, an article of interest for Franklin:
Mr Barrett provides live music
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200325/music-therapy-franklin-musician-goes-live-on-youtube-during-coronavirus-crisis
Gov Baker extends schools closure until May 4
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200325/updated-gov-baker-orders-school-and-non-emergency-child-care-centers-to-remain-closed-until-at-least-may-4
Mr Barrett provides live music
"When things seem bleak, there’s nothing like music to inject levity, lighten moods and make connections with others.
That’s just what Jefferson Elementary School music teacher and local musician Jamie Barrett aims to do with his newly introduced “Wake Up With Mr. Barrett” live YouTube concerts.
The concerts are his response to the reality of life in a time of social distancing resulting from the coronavirus.
“I was primarily thinking of ways to stay connected to my students during this time, but also to my family and friends, as well as to anyone else who might enjoy a live concert,” he said. “It’s all about connections.”
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200325/music-therapy-franklin-musician-goes-live-on-youtube-during-coronavirus-crisis
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| there’s nothing like music to inject levity |
Gov Baker extends schools closure until May 4
"Schools and non-emergency child care centers in Massachusetts will now be closed until at least May 4 under a new order Gov. Charlie Baker signed Wednesday afternoon.
In the meantime, Baker said, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education will work to produce in-home programming for students. Previously, schools had been ordered closed until at least April 6.
“This will allow school districts to provide the best possible opportunities for remote learning to all students,” Baker said. He added, “This is not an extended school vacation. During this long-term closure, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education will work with school districts to further develop educational programming students can use at home. This way, schools can prepare for their students’ return in May.”
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200325/updated-gov-baker-orders-school-and-non-emergency-child-care-centers-to-remain-closed-until-at-least-may-4
Franklin Residents: Road work scheduled on Rt 140 - overnight on 3/30 and 3/31
Road work scheduled on Rt 140
Mass DOT will be milling and paving a section of Rt 140 in Franklin between Lewis Street and the Wrentham line. This is scheduled to occur on Monday, March 30 and Tuesday, March 31 at night.
Shared from Twitter:
https://twitter.com/TOFranklinMA/status/1242876106379857921
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| The section would run from about CVS on one end to the Franklin Country Club on the other end |
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
Help Jamie Barrett write a new Song ...
Hello! Here's my latest idea... Help Mr. Jamie Barrett write a new song Listen to this short video to find out how:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdt7BXETAiY
It's very simple, very easy and, hopefully, very fun for all who decide to participate! Details, again, are in the short video above!
Please share with EVERYONE you know!!! The more, the merrier!
This is time sensitive and your (very simple) end of the project will close by 5:00 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday)! The new song (that you can be a part of!!!) will be featured in my next LIVE event! Maybe even the first song? Thanks so much for your consideration! Thought this might be fun for all!
Trust me... this IS simple... and might be very entertaining for all... Looking forward to your involvement!!!
PLEASE SHARE!!!!!!!
Jamie
James H. Barrett
General Music K - 5
Jefferson/Davis Thayer
email: barrettj@franklinps.net
Please consider following me at:
Twitter: @MusicWithMrJHB and at: https://musicwithmrbarrett.blogspot.com
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| Help Jamie Barrett write a new Song ... |
Real time reporting: Town Council meeting 3/25/20
Present: Chandler, Dellorco, Hamblen, Earls, Kelly, Jones, Bissanti, Mercer Pellegri (7:04)
Absent: none
FRANKLIN TOWN COUNCIL
Agenda & Meeting Packet
March 25, 2020
Remote Meeting - Held on “ZOOM” platform 7:00 PM
A NOTE TO RESIDENTS: Due to the growing concerns regarding the COVID-19 virus, we will be conducting a remote/virtual Town Council Meeting. In an effort to ensure citizen engagement and comply with open meeting law regulations, citizens will be able to dial into the meeting using the provided phone number (Cell phone or Landline Required) OR citizens can participate by clicking on the attached link (Phone, Computer, or Tablet required). The attached link and phone number will be active for the duration of the meeting for citizens to ask questions/voice concerns.
Call-In Phone Number: Call 1-929-205-6099 and enter Meeting ID # 622 448 244
Link to access meeting:
1. ANNOUNCEMENTS
a. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 11 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others.
2. CITIZEN COMMENTS
a. Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to five minutes on a matter that is not on the agenda. The Council will not engage in a dialogue or comment on a matter raised during Citizen Comments. The Town Council will give remarks appropriate consideration and may ask the Town Administrator to review the matter.I did speak up to confirm that it was at least technically possible to do so and thank them for taking this new technology on under the circumstances.
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3. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
a. Resolution 20-18: Update to the 2020 Town Council Meeting Schedule (Motion to approve Resolution 20-18, Majority Vote)
Motion to approve, seconded, passed 8-0-1 (Pellegri was assumed 'absent' at this point)
4. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
a. Coronavirus Update & Discussion
quick updates on the changes from the Governor's announcement
Head's up on the paving work to be done on RT 140 at night next week on the March 30 and March 31
5. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
none in the round of all councilors (except Pellegri)
6. COUNCIL COMMENTS
most comments were around thanking the community for patience, reminders on maintaining social distance, hopefully this will be over sooner than later
At this point Pellegri was acknowledged, she said she had joined but could not unmute herself to answer the roll call.
7. ADJOURN
motion to adjourn, seconded, passed 9-0 via roll call
The full agenda doc and associated memo on council meeting schedule can be found online:
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/_2020-03-25_town_council_agenda.pdf
Gov Baker's Executive Order on Remote Participation:
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/gov._charlie_bakers_executive_order_on_remote_participation.pdf
When the video of the meeting is available for replay look for it here
https://www.franklinma.gov/home/pages/live-meetings-stream
FPAC Presents “Great Performances...At Home” on Facebook
The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) launched “Great Performances...At Home,” a nightly Facebook Live performance series on Facebook last week. Every night at 7:30 PM EST, a special guest goes live on the Franklin Performing Arts Company Facebook page for a mini-performance (https://www.facebook.com/pg/FPAConline/).
Guests so far have included Broadway’s Emily Koch (WICKED, Waitress), Christopher Rice (currently on the tour of Hamilton), Clay Thomson (Newsies, Matilda, KING KONG), Jim Hogan (tours of Waitress, Spring Awakening, Phantom of the Opera), and Liz Byrne (Baby It’s You!) as well as resident FPAC favorites Nick Paone, Hallie Wetzell, Irina Fainkichen, Shauna Martin, and Katie Gray.
FPAC Director Raye Lynn Mercer comments, “The arts community, locally and globally, has been significantly impacted, yet artists have been the first to share their talents with the world in any way possible. It is the hope of the FPAC Board of Directors that the Metro-West community will reciprocate when venues open and performers are able to go back to work. Unlike large venues that are supported by endowments and major donors, smaller organizations like FPAC and smaller venues like THE BLACK BOX, will face an enormous financial challenge on the other side of this crisis.”
When the theater is open once again, patrons can look forward to a busy calendar of shows, concerts, and fundraising events. Currently, all are invited to join an FPAC Annual Circle in support of the company and THE BLACK BOX. For more information, visit www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com.
To tune in to these special live performances and view past videos, “like” Franklin Performing Arts Company on Facebook. Audiences can also follow FPAC on Instagram (@franklin.performing.arts.co) and Twitter (@fpac_online).
Guests so far have included Broadway’s Emily Koch (WICKED, Waitress), Christopher Rice (currently on the tour of Hamilton), Clay Thomson (Newsies, Matilda, KING KONG), Jim Hogan (tours of Waitress, Spring Awakening, Phantom of the Opera), and Liz Byrne (Baby It’s You!) as well as resident FPAC favorites Nick Paone, Hallie Wetzell, Irina Fainkichen, Shauna Martin, and Katie Gray.
FPAC Director Raye Lynn Mercer comments, “The arts community, locally and globally, has been significantly impacted, yet artists have been the first to share their talents with the world in any way possible. It is the hope of the FPAC Board of Directors that the Metro-West community will reciprocate when venues open and performers are able to go back to work. Unlike large venues that are supported by endowments and major donors, smaller organizations like FPAC and smaller venues like THE BLACK BOX, will face an enormous financial challenge on the other side of this crisis.”
When the theater is open once again, patrons can look forward to a busy calendar of shows, concerts, and fundraising events. Currently, all are invited to join an FPAC Annual Circle in support of the company and THE BLACK BOX. For more information, visit www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com.
To tune in to these special live performances and view past videos, “like” Franklin Performing Arts Company on Facebook. Audiences can also follow FPAC on Instagram (@franklin.performing.arts.co) and Twitter (@fpac_online).
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| FPAC Presents “Great Performances...At Home” on Facebook |
FPS Voice: COVID-19 Closure Update with Superintendent Dr. Sara Ahern
"Steve Sherlock speaks with Sara Ahern regarding the COVID-19 District closure. Topics covered include the rationale for school closure, support available to our families and students, how our teachers are Keeping the Learning Alive, and other resources. This episode was recorded remotely with the support of Franklin TV & Radio via conference bridge."
https://anchor.fm/fpsvoice/episodes/COVID-19-Closure-Update-with-Superintendent-Dr--Sara-Ahern-ebs92u
The Official Podcast of the Franklin Public Schools, Franklin, MA. Learn more about what is happening in our school district, ask questions, hear from members of the FPS Community and special guests! Connect with us!
Submit questions and topics to fpsvoice@franklinps.net
Link to the Superintendents’ messages in multiple languages
https://www.franklinps.net/district/superintendent/pages/messages-superintendent-regarding-coronavirus
The link to the main Franklin Public schools (FPS) page https://www.franklinps.net/
FPS Learning Resources page https://sites.google.com/franklinps.net/fpscommunitylearningresource/home (be sure to explore the links available in the top right corner of this page!)
FPS Coronavirus information portal
https://www.franklinps.net/district/urgent-alerts/updates-fps-covid-19-closure-information-portal
Important Quick Contacts Guide
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/uploads/quick_contact_list_1.pdf
The Town of Franklin Coronavirus Information Portal https://www.franklinma.gov/home/urgent-alerts/coronavirus-information-portal-updates-here
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| FPS Voice: COVID-19 Closure Update with Superintendent Dr. Sara Ahern |
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