Franklin Senior Center: Email Blast Jan 22, 2021

Hello Everyone!

 

Staying Connected

Link to the Senior Center - https://www.franklinma.gov/fsc

Link to the Senior Center Calendar -https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/day/2020-07-07

Link to Franklin Matters - https://www.franklinmatters.org/

Link to the Town's webpage - https://www.franklinma.gov/

Link to Mass.Gov COVID - https://www.mass.gov/info-details/covid-19-updates-and-information 

Tips

Brain Games.  Work out your brain

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6O7SL58kfM 

Smiling can trick the body into helping you elevate your mood because the physical act of smiling actually activates neural messaging in your brain. A simple smile can trigger the release of neural communication boosting neuropeptides as well as mood-boosting neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin.  Make sure you SMILE today! 

 

Qigong for beginners - 30 minutes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyINAjEoTIs 

The Alps - A scenic journey of relaxation and beauty set to calming music. 60 minute scenic film

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PZ65s2qLTE 

Music

Beatbox brilliance - Tom Thum - TEDx talk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNZBSZD16cY 

The Robotic Musician

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLdB0WEixjM 

Street Artist Playing Hallelujah on crystal glasses

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lAEXH9DAH98 

Just for Fun

Rolling Stone Readers Picks for the top 10 greatest cover songs. 

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-lists/rolling-stone-readers-pick-the-top-10-greatest-cover-songs-12792/7-the-white-stripes-jolene-130467/ 

Amazing secrets hidden in everyday items - How many of these were you aware of?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yE4bmwQBHQE 

Admiral McRaven's motivational speech.  16 minutes that will change your life.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBuIGBCF9jc 

9 of the most mysterious islands on the planet - WOW!  I just added places to my bucket list

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bntj6OCe2_g 

Humor

Funniest Flight Attendant safety speech

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1AE_hjOLDtU 

Man loses his teeth playing guitar wait until you see what happens next!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h5BD5FyaArc&feature=emb_logo 

Kindness Matters

The Science of Kindness

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9UByLyOjBM 

 

Upcoming Events 

email adoggett@franklinma.gov to attend zoom events unless noted otherwise.

*Monday Jan. 25th at 2pm - Memory Cafe' Sponsored by Benchmark - Join us for an hour of music and socialization.

*Tuesday Jan. 26th at 5pm - Quarantini Time a virtual, social, cocktail hour.

*Tuesday Jan. 26th at 1pm -Audio Book Discussion Group- email mgunderson@franklinma.gov 

*Wed. Jan. 27th at 4pm -Alzheimer's Support Group - email elaine.owens@verizon.net 

*Thursday Jan. 28th at 10am- Discussion Group - call to sign up 508-520-4945

*Thursday Jan. 28th at 1pm - Tele-Bingo call the Senior Center to sign up 508-520-4945

*Thursday Jan. 28th at 1pm - Franklin Historical Museum Tour with Jim Johnston via zoom

*Friday Jan. 29th at 11am - Sunshine Zoom - for members with memory loss - 1 hour of socialization, games and gentle exercise. 

Wednesday Feb. 3rd at 1 pm - Fireside Chat with the staff of the Franklin Senior Center Hear what's on the schedule for February, Ask questions of the staff, provide input as to activities and events you would like to see or just catch up with us all.  Call to sign up for this zoom event or email adoggett@franklinma.gov 

Attached you will find:

1. Donna's Fun filled Activity Pages - Do you remember the Carol Burnett show?!? https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fLzESt-dRAToWsGkTSywLjeoofcE7x3c/view?usp=sharing

Love, virtual hugs and good health to you all!  We are still here for you! 

Ariel and the staff of the Franklin Senior Center

Please feel free to share this email with anyone you think might enjoy it.  If you want me to add someone to the email blast list just send me a message with their email in it.

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Ariel Doggett

Virtual Program Coordinator

Respite Coordinator

"We rise by lifting others" - Robert Ingersoll

There is no act of kindness too small

SchComm: Davis Thayer Facility Analysis subcommittee meeting recap - Jan 20, 2021

Quick Recap:

• In the prior meeting, the SubCommittee heard the financial analysis and education research required to complete Stage 1, Phase 2. A couple of points were left open and the meeting ran out of time. This meeting picks up where that left off. (The link for the prior meeting recap is located below)
  
• There was a clarification on the role of the School Committee (they determine educational use and requirements) and Town (they manage the facility building and would determine a future use) if the School Committee declares it not needed for education. This subcommittee is follow the policy and process to determine if the building is needed or not. Given the excess capacity in the current facilities, it is likely to be determined not needed.
• Solutions (the after school care program) is not constrained in either facility (Davis Thayer or Keller), the program would adjust depending upon where the students were. It is a fee based program and effectively self supported.
• Discussion among the subcommittee reveals no consensus on readiness for decision. Meetings to be scheduled weekly for a period to work through this discussion. Overall concern is to make a decision soon. The planning for transition to the new school will require time and effort to make that transition successful.
  

 

Photos captured during the meeting can be found in one folder

https://photos.app.goo.gl/W13zrexEHYeYALYW7

 

The audio recording of this meeting will be available soon

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As with most meetings in this pandemic period, I took my notes via Twitter during the meeting reporting in real-time via the virtual session.

 

The Twitter hashtag can be found online  #DTFA0120

https://twitter.com/search?q=%23dtfa0120&src=typeahead_click

• Getting ready for live reporting of the SchComm Davis Thayer Facility Analysis subcommittee meeting agenda doc contains link info https://franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/agenda_dt_subcom_1.20.21.pdf #dtfa0120
• #dtfa0120 open at 5:30 with roll call of members, three present (all accounted for) motion to approve minutes of prior meeting, passed 3-0 via roll call (Pfeffer, Scofield, Stokes - chair)
• Davis Thayer facility analysis page https://franklinps.net/district/davis-thayer-facilities-analysis #dtfa0120
• Clarification on buildings as property of the Town and used by SchComm; SchComm determines school use, if not longer desired, the Town has decision process. #dtfa0120
• #dtfa0120 Pfeffer raises question on sentence within report reviewed prior. Re: town budget for support of DT facility. Q - from prior meeting on Solutions, A - no constraints on space at Keller, and re: staffing, minimal requirements, could be handled in transition ...
• Not a financial issue for Solutions operations, they haven't been full at either location, they could be more efficient at one. #dtfa0120 architect report had recommended using Keller as it was already paired with DT feeding Sullivan middle school
• Focus on DT question first, Parmenter is also a consideration for closing but also has other programs that were not considered as part of the architect report and would be more work to figure out. DT 'easier' / 'cleaner' to work numbers for. #dtfa0120
• #dtfa0120 could DT be used for other educational purposes. Was briefly discussed at Central Office; alternative high school, office space, among ideas raised. Space is still excess, will have space elsewhere as the years move along and the population wave moves thru
• Educational adequacy and access still pose issues as it stands today. Addressing those comes at a cost (not cheap) for an aging building. #dtfa0120 clarification on title I, will follow the students (targeted assistance) but can't exceed what's provided for Parmenter
• Will write the Title I grant accordingly. #dtfa0120 difference between positions and people. Some roles might not be needed but folks in those today and be used elsewhere in many cases. BTW approx. 50+ participating via zoom
• #dtfa0120 not an easy decision, some students would be bused across town. We need to think about that. Discussion on meeting frequency, what info is available vs. what is required (diff among subcomm members). Discussion on outline of info for full SchComm
• #dtfa0120 other options for consideration. Page 1 - if option to close for FY 22 is desired, need to make soon to start transition planning; logistics, school culture, etc. Page 2 other options to slow the closure and/or redistrict
• No option on redistrict without closure, issue is with excess space and the ease of closing (without redistricting) is the better financial option. Esp if closing elementary schools and combining middle schools is long term plan, the way to go #dtfa0120
• Redistricting is something you only do once, if at all. #dtfa0120 the full SchComm will likely take up 'master plan' after this Committee does it's work. Map of district shared to highlight the middle school sending areas in the 3 colors
• Discussion on impact of apartments at Waverly and Dean, and they currently do not have an impact on the school population. #dtfa0120 discussion on how to make the decision, not as quantitative as one thought. Subcommittee members to put decision thought process on paper to ...
• Have members review to see what if anything is needed or ready. Discussion on FY 22 vs 23 is key to reduce options, members not ready to commit to that tonight. #dtfa0120 could do VLA students as part of the phased approach. Voting is on recommendation not actual decision
• Opening for Community questions, comments #dtfa0120 apprehension around closing is present and could be worse with decision. Dealing with unprecedented times. We don't know what next year will bring. #s represent real students and people.
• #dtfa0120 4th graders would be there for one year and then to Sullivan for middle school. Taking a logistics approach. Can it be done in the time required? We need this to be a thoughtful process. Make decision and go. We need to do the rest of the work
• Other options to communicate on this issue, https://franklinps.net/district/davis-thayer-facilities-analysis #dtfa0120 motion to adjourn, passes 3-0 via roll call 

 

Jan 14, 2021 recap = https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/01/davis-thayer-facilities-analysis-sub.html  (audio) = https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/01/fm-438-schcomm-davis-thayer-fa-mtg.html

SchComm: Davis Thayer Facility Analysis subcommittee meeting recap - Jan 20, 2021

FHS gymnastics tops Taunton on Friday

From HockomockSports.com we share the FHS sports results: 

Gymnastics = Taunton, 128.2  @ Franklin, 140.45 – Final

For other results around the Hockomock League

https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-01-22-21/

Results confirmed via Twitter

https://twitter.com/fhs_gymnastics/status/1352816214217797632

FHS gymnastics tops Taunton on Friday

Q & A with the FPS Digital Learning Integrationists - Feb 3

Franklin Public Schools, MA (@FranklinPSNews) tweeted on Fri, Jan 22, 2021:

Families: Mark your calendars for the next Q & A with the FPS Digital Learning Integrationists on Wednesday, February 3rd from 7 - 7:45 PM. They are here to help and answer any questions you may have. 

Google Meet link = https://t.co/pvyJV2jDwq

@mertenladybugs @MZogby @Jim_dEntremont

Shared from Twitter: https://t.co/X7NaRGuAgC

Q & A with the FPS Digital Learning Integrationists - Feb 3

Fund raiser for Teddy Gallagher's - Jan 23, 2021

Matt Zajac writes:

"MY FRIENDS....

Another local music venue is in danger... Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub
 is fighting to keep their doors open and could use your help! This Saturday, 1/23, at 3 PM, they will be streaming live from the pub, raising funds to help keep this longstanding Franklin restaurant/bar from having to close.

There will be live music from myself (Matt Zajac), Ricky Robidoux/Dan Sutton  duo, and many more! Please join us from the comfort of your own  living room and support this local business!!!

The event will be streaming live from Teddy Gallagher's  Facebook page where you will be able to donate to the cause!"

Shared from Facebook: 

https://facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=4866723210068716&id=100001932546726

Teddy Gallagher's Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Teddy%20Gallagher's%20Irish%20Pub/1331198033594995

Fund raiser for Teddy Gallagher's - Jan 23, 2021

FHS Gymnastics: Meet Emma, meet Lizzie

FHS Gymnastics (@fhs_gymnastics) tweeted:

Meet Emma! @FHSSports @FranklinHS @FranklinMatters @R_Lanigan @BostonHeraldHS @MetroWestSports @HockomockSports @MyFM1013 @KatCornetta @FHSTrainingRoom https://t.co/KpWHs5jtdK

Meet Lizzie! @FHSSports  @FranklinHS  @FranklinMatters  @R_Lanigan  @BostonHeraldHS  @MetroWestSports  @HockomockSports   @MyFM1013  @KatCornetta  @FHSTrainingRoom
 @lizziebrown36  @Mtgbrigham

Meet Emma! @FHSSports @FranklinHS @FranklinMatters @R_Lanigan @BostonHeraldHS @MetroWestSports @HockomockSports @MyFM1013 @KatCornetta @FHSTrainingRoom pic.twitter.com/KpWHs5jtdK

— FHS Gymnastics (@fhs_gymnastics) January 22, 2021

Meet Lizzie! @FHSSports @FranklinHS @FranklinMatters @R_Lanigan @BostonHeraldHS @MetroWestSports @HockomockSports @MyFM1013 @KatCornetta @FHSTrainingRoom @lizziebrown36 @Mtgbrigham pic.twitter.com/jVgcJJZSVJ

— FHS Gymnastics (@fhs_gymnastics) January 22, 2021

 

CommonWealth Magazine: Student Opportunity Act to be funded in FY 22 budget; sports betting bill filed again

 

"GOV. CHARLIE BAKER will propose fully funding the first year of the recently updated school funding formula when he releases his fiscal 2022 budget proposal next week – a commitment that was delayed by a year due to COVID-19.  

Baker made the announcement on Friday at the Massachusetts Municipal Association’s annual meeting, which was conducted virtually due to COVID-19. 

Baker did not go into details other than to say the administration will “keep our commitment to local school districts by fully funding the first year of the Student Opportunity Act.” 

The governor did not give an exact dollar figure for how much additional money he will put into education aid. But based on past estimates, it will likely be more than $300 million. "

Continue reading the article online

https://commonwealthmagazine.org/education/baker-will-propose-implementing-first-year-of-new-school-funding-formula/

"Sports betting is back.

State Sen. Brendan Crighton, a Lynn Democrat, reintroduced a bill this week to legalize sports betting in Massachusetts, reviving a debate that died without action at the end of the last legislative session.

“Looking at the states around us, folks are going to bet on sports whether or not we legalize this, but right now the money’s going to the black market and to other states,” Crighton said in an interview with CommonWealth. “With the black market, you’re not getting any consumer protections. We think it’s important to bring people out of the shadows into the regulated market.”

Last summer, the Massachusetts House voted on a bill to legalize sports betting. The House then included sports betting in its version of an economic development bill. But the Senate never held a vote on the policy, and it was left out of the final version of the economic development bill."

Continue reading the article online

https://commonwealthmagazine.org/the-download/sports-betting-bill-refiled-seeks-more-revenue-2/

 

MBTA Commuter Rail: Winter schedule now in effect, NO weekend service on Franklin Line

Winter Schedule will take effect on January 23. Weekend service will only operate on the Middleborough, Fairmount, Providence, Worcester & Newburyport/Rockport Lines. Schedules are now available at South Station, North Station, Back Bay & MBTA.com.

On January 23rd, the 2021 Winter Service Schedule will go into effect. This Schedule will introduce:

- Additional trains on the Middleborough, Fairmount and Newburyport Lines.

- A revised weekend service with trains only operating on the Fairmount, Worcester, Providence, Middleborough, and Newburyport/Rockport lines.

Paper Schedules will be available in South Station, North Station and Back Bay starting the week of January 18th.

Last Updated: Jan 22 2021 02:55 PM

For other updates and the online schedule visit https://www.mbta.com/schedules/CR-Franklin/timetable

MBTA Commuter Rail: Winter schedule now in effect, NO weekend service on Franklin Line

COVID Vaccines: Fact Versus Fiction

"Vince Venditto, UK College of Pharmacy, is busting myths about COVID-19 vaccines to help inform your decision to get vaccinated":

"Over the past year, a novel, highly contagious virus has spread across the world. Scientists and researchers have worked quickly to respond with vaccine development, two of which have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for emergency use so far.

As the vaccine rollout continues for frontline health care workers and others in the most vulnerable populations, it is important to separate fact from fiction with regard to the safety and efficacy of the vaccines.

Vince Venditto, PhD, assistant professor in the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy’s Department of Pharmaceutical Science, has extensive expertise in vaccine design. He was trained in organic synthesis and vaccine development. He is currently working on a clinical trial with community pharmacies to understand the prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 in Kentucky.

He is busting myths about the vaccines to help inform your decision to get vaccinated. "

Continue reading the article online:

https://uknow.uky.edu/research/covid-vaccines-fact-versus-fiction?fbclid=IwAR1nZB8LOXGaBScaCC37ouamxhVH15Oc_0NgWEgRFsaQL_J4cfsNc4Pnh8w

One in a series of COVID myth articles, early this week we shared:

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/01/washington-post-8-facts-about.html

Vince Venditto, UK College of Pharmacy, is busting myths about COVID-19 vaccines (University of Kentucky photo)

Franklin's Weekend Outlook: Jan 23 - Jan 25, 2021

Saturday, January 23
11:00am -  Preschool & Kindergarten Open House (Sunrise Montessori)

Sunday, January 24
1:00pm -  Historical Museum (open and free admission)

3:00pm -  Project BOE - Informational Meeting (virtual session)

Monday, January 25
7:30pm -  S.W.A.N Paint Night; Strength, Wellness & Networking (virtual session)

 

Find the full calendar  https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6
 

Community Calendar

 

Franklin's "Watch list" for 2021

The "watch list" for Franklin in 2021. These are the items I see facing Franklin this year. The insights developed in over fourteen years of reporting on Franklin and in particular over 100 meetings during 2020 are behind the summary of items here. This is the short story. 

If you need or want more on these, stay tuned, I'll be following these throughout the year. If you want a better explanation of one or more, send me an email. If there are enough inquires, I can also schedule a Q&A session like held Thursday for the Senior Center.

Pandemic and recovery

• This should not be a surprise, our individual health and the health of the community will begin to determine how much the economy can recover.

Town budget/School budget for FY 2022

• While we averted a real problem last year, the question remains: what will happen this year? We get a peek with the release of the Governor's budget next week (by statue required by Wednesday). Given 22% of our budget is state aid (DLS numbers via DLS Dashboard), that is a key starting point.
• The economy will help via the local receipts (assuming we recover from COVID-19). The School budget is the big unknown (from my point of view). The District is making progress on the Davis Thayer situation (but no timeline or approval yet on closing the building). While that is underway, the other buildings that could also be closed are not yet on the table for discussion.

Affordable housing

• The population of Franklin has seen slower growth recently. What is the proper mix of housing for the population we have and anticipate? Will it be affordable for the folks to live here? All good questions and the discussion will be held in earnest this year.

Franklin election (November 2021)

• Yes, the Town Council, School Committee, and many other positions are up for election in November. Who will run? What issues will they be facing? Will we see more youthful and diverse candidates?

Citizen engagement

• The voter turnout for the Sep and November 2020 elections were the highest numbers seen although by percent, we have turned out more (in 2016). The pandemic likely contributed to both the voter numbers and smaller per cent. Mail ballots were a key contributor. Will they become the 'norm'? What about early voting for a local election?
• The access to public meetings has made more engagement possible. Franklin residents can participate via Zoom, live stream, or cable channel. Less of an excuse to not be able to see and hear what is going on whether Town Council, Planning Board, School Committee or any number of other public boards and committees.

 

What would you add to this list?

What was the "watch list" for 2020?

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/01/franklin-issue-on-2020-watch-list_8.html

The slide deck I used for the Q&A session on Thursday can be found here

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1FWJEGxU7iVSSDnlsPLrpeOK4hYfyLaeoECYGkbJ7RFA/edit?usp=sharing

Franklin's "Watch list" for 2021

American Anthem - Norah Jones

In his inaugural speech, President Biden says:

"Will we rise to the occasion is the question. Will we master this rare and difficult hour? Will we meet our obligations and pass along a new and better world to our children? I believe we must. I’m sure you do as well. I believe we will. And when we do, we’ll write the next great chapter in the history of the United States of America. The American story. A story that might sound something like a song that means a lot to me. It’s called “American Anthem.” There’s one verse that stands out, at least for me, and it goes like this:"

"The work and prayers of a century have brought us to this day.
What shall be our legacy? What will our children say?
Let me know in my heart when my days are through.
America, America, I gave my best to you."

The song was originally performed by Norah Jones for the Ken Burns film "The War"

 

 

Full set of lyrics: = > https://www.elyrics.net/read/n/norah-jones-lyrics/american-anthem-lyrics.html

 

Full text of inauguration speech: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/interactive/2021/01/20/biden-inauguration-speech/ 

 

Video => https://youtu.be/sdjnAFqapg4

 

 

Franklin High School: Important Information and Dates

Important Information and Dates

Winter 2020-2021

• Hybrid Bell Schedule for all students, including new Wednesday schedule
• Hybrid Cohort Schedule  (Semester 2 Schedule will be posted soon)

FHS calendar at a glance:

School Picture Days for 9th, 10th, and 11th graders

Saturday, January 30th, and Saturday, February 6th. Click here for information, to select a time slot and order picture packages.

 

January 25     - FHS PCC Meeting 7:30 PM via Google Meets; click here to join meeting. Guest: Mrs. Heather McVay, FHS Guidance Director; Submit your questions prior to the meeting HERE

January 30th  - School Picture Day for 9th,10th,11th graders. See above

February 2     - Q2 Ends

February 3     - Q3 Begins

February 6     - School Picture Day for 9th,10th,11th graders. See above

February 12   - No School - PD Day

February 15-19  - No School  - Winter Break

 

• Franklin Public Schools School Re-Opening website click HERE to view
• Principal's Page << watch Mr. Hanna's video updates 
• FHS Students having troubles with your Chromebook or need technical help? Go to THIS PAGE for technology support
• The difference between Home Schooling and Remote Learning from the Office of Teaching and Learning

 

FHS basketball teams split with Taunton; girls win to stay unbeaten

From HockomockSports.com we share the FHS sports results:

 

Girls Basketball = Franklin, 66 @ Taunton, 29 – Final 

– Franklin went on the road and scored a big win to stay unbeaten on the season. Olivia Quinn was the top scorer for the Panthers with 12 points, but it was a balanced effort as all 13 players got on the score sheet. Taunton got nine points from Sonya Fernandez and eight points from Jaelyn Fernandez in the season opener for the Tigers. 

 

Boys Basketball = Taunton, 55 @ Franklin, 46 – Final 

 

"Most teams in the Hockomock League are hitting the halfway point of the regular season this week, but the Taunton boys basketball team is just getting started.

While it was a victory for Taunton to just get on the court after weeks of delays, the Tigers were in search of a different kind of win.

Buoyed by a hot start offensively and solid defense throughout, the Tigers won their season opener, 55-46, giving head coach Charlie Dacey his 400th career win — all coming with Taunton."

Continue reading the game recap by Ryan Lanigan, founder and Editor-in-Chief of HockomockSports.com: https://hockomocksports.com/taunton-boys-basketball-hold-franklin-charlie-dacey-400th-win/

 

– For a photo gallery of this game:  https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2020-2021/Winter-2020-2021/Franklin-Taunton-Boys-Basketball-01-21-21/

 

For other results around the Hockomock League

https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-01-21-21/

 

Taunton head coach Charlie Dacey, who earned his 400th win on Thursday, watches the action in the second half. (Ryan Lanigan/HockomockSports.com)

 

Franklin Public Schools: District Newsletter - January 2021

The 1st District Newsletter of 2021 is now available &  includes info about:
 - The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee
 - Class of 2034 Kindergarten Registration
 - ECDC Applications & Lottery
 - Pool Testing
 - Travel
 - SWAC & more!
 Find it here https://conta.cc/2LR2v9T

 

Franklin Public Schools: District Newsletter - January 2021

 

FM #441 Jen Delmore - Conservation Agent - 01/13/21 (audio)

FM #441 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 441 in the series.

This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Conservation Agent Jen Delmore. We had our conversation via conference bridge to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.

Links to the key topics covered here are included in the show notes. The recording runs about 36 minutes, so let’s listen to my conversation with Jen Delmore.

Audio file =  https://player.captivate.fm/episode/fe003ca7-7e2a-456f-baf2-b9facd1bba62

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Conservation Forms  https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/pages/filing-instructions-forms-and-fees

DelCarte Reports and Plan  https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/pages/delcarte-conservation-area

Conservation Home owners 101  https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/pages/homeowners-101

Conservation Regulations and bylaws  https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/pages/regulations-and-bylaws  

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm).

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
 
How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
• If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
 
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ 

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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DelCarte, on a January morning 2020

Reminder: Community Preservation Committee seeks At-Large Candidates - application deadline, Sunday - Jan 24, 2021

The Town of Franklin seeks interested residents who wish to be a member of the inaugural Community Preservation Committee (CPC). The Town voted overwhelmingly to approve the adoption of the Community Preservation Act at the November 2020 election. The Town Council established a Community Preservation Committee(CPC) in December and is seeking applicants for the four At-Large seats. 

We have opened the application period for the four (4) At-Large resident vacancies. If interested, please fill out the form and required information below. Resumes are optional but preferred and helpful. Application period: Monday, January 4, 2021, through Sunday, January 24, 2021.

If you are interested in serving please apply here:
http://franklinmaboards.vt-s.net/newcaf.php

The new Town bylaw can be found here:
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/signed_cpc_bylaw_20-864.pdf

For more information on Community Preservation visit the town website, which will continue to evolve as the program gets active:
https://www.franklinma.gov/community-preservation-committee
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/cpc_vacancy...

Shared from the Town of Franklin page  https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/community-preservation-committee-seeks-large-candidates

 

Community Preservation Committee seeks At-Large Candidates

 

"the early closure business order and the stay at home advisory will be lifted"

 

"GOV. CHARLIE BAKER, citing positive trends in COVID-19 data, said that starting Monday he plans to lift a 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. stay-at-home advisory and a curfew that left many businesses shuttering at 9:30 p.m. over the past 2 ½ months. 

Vaccines are reaching residents. Positive case rates and hospitalizations have stabilized. Those trends are moving in the right direction,” Baker said at a State House press conference on Thursday. “As a result, we believe it’s OK and it’s time to start a gradual easing of some of the restrictions we put in place in the fall.”

Continue reading the article online

https://commonwealthmagazine.org/health/baker-sees-some-promising-covid-signs/

 

Boston Globe coverage (subscription may be required):  https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/01/21/metro/baker-announces-stay-home-advisory-early-closure-orders-will-end-monday/

 

Direct video link to Gov Baker's press conference Thursday:  https://youtu.be/broVNPR3E7I

Sunrise Montessori School: Open House - Preschool & Kindergarten - Jan 23

Sunrise Montessori School is hosting an in-person Open House for our Preschool & Kindergarten programs. 

Families are welcome to tour the school, speak with our teachers and learn more about Montessori education. 

Applications are being accepted for the 2021-2022 school year. No RSVP is necessary, but you may call Andrea Rossick, Head of School, at 508-541-8010 if you have any questions. 

Please wear a mask and practice social distancing.

When: Jan 23, 2021 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Check out Sunrise online: http://www.mysunrisemontessori.com/
or on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/sunrisemontessori 

Sunrise Montessori School: Open House - Preschool & Kindergarten - Jan 23

Milford Daily News: "Man indicted in fatal Franklin shooting pleads not guilty"

"Prosecutors said when one witness yelled for the mother of DeAndre Scott's child to call 911, Marcus Thibodeau, 26, left the living room and said, "What was I supposed to do, he came at me."

Read the full article via @milforddaily  at  https://t.co/prRv3xdEaC 

Franklin Resident Awarded the Carol A. Pizzi Scholarship

Declan Lynch, a recent graduate of Franklin High School, has been awarded the Carol A. Pizzi Scholarship by the Franklin Democratic Town Committee.

An Eagle Scout from Franklin, Declan and members of his troop recently completed a registry for Franklin’s Union Street Cemetery. He logged in more than 170 hours to make this project possible. Declan is also an active member of the Best Buddy program and has competed in many Special Olympic events.  He now proudly serves on the Best Buddy board. 

“To go from being coached in the pool to coaching younger children with disabilities is pretty cool. And to be able to represent kids with learning disabilities on the Best Buddies Board is quite an honor.”- Declan Lynch

Declan also volunteers his time every Friday at the Magnolia Heights Retirement Community where he plays games with the residents and enjoys bringing smiles to their faces. 

Declan Lynch

This fall, Declan began his first year at Dean College as part of the Arch Program and will use the $1,000 scholarship to assist with tuition and school supplies. The Franklin Democratic Town Committee is thrilled to honor this extraordinary young man with this scholarship award and wishes him all the best in his future endeavors. 

“Declan’s character, commitment to success, determination in spite of challenges, and tremendously positive approach to all things will make him a success wherever he may go.”- D. Soulard, Guidance Counselor at Franklin High School

The Carol A. Pizzi scholarship is named after beloved Franklin resident Carol A. (O’Connor) Pizzi who passed away in 2010. Carol was a real estate agent in town and a passionate member of the town’s Democratic committee. If you would like to learn more and/or contribute to this scholarship fund, please visit www.franklindemocrats.com.