Franklin.tv: Congrats to the Grads of 2021

They have persevered through a year like no other.  
by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director, Franklin●TV and wfpr●fm

Well, they did it. The Senior Class of 2021 has officially graduated and brought an end to a school year that was anything but normal. The year was all about being patient – adapting to unpredictable events. So too, the ceremonies were very much like the year. Facing the possibility of a rainout, the outdoor field ceremonies were held off by two hours to let the threatening clouds pass. Being patient – adapting to unpredictable events.

As in years past, at the end the students would march out in recession to meet families in the parking lot.  Didn’t happen.  Instead, their families immediately ran to meet them on the field. No more patience. They and their families became the unpredictable event – in the very best sense. Just like that – their year was done.

Thanks to our stalwart TV crew 

Thanks to our stalwart TV crew (I don’t get to use the word ‘stalwart’ often)  - Keith Palmieri, Chris Flynn, Scott Tooker, Li Wang, Chris Leverone and Bill Hurley, we adapted and navigated our way through the festivities as an unpredictable event. Clearly, this year’s Franklin Seniors are now well prepared to do the same.

And –  as always –
Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm. 
And, thank you for watching

Get this week's program guide for Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online

http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf  or for archive purposes

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vdxYpcW2bylksWWKoTGhP4AjUZ4xf60j/view?usp=sharing

Watch "The Music Behind "Bright Star"" on YouTube

The Music Behind "Bright Star" = Podcast produced by Abigail Drake
 

Video link => https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i80LLCyiT34

Visit the link to reserve your tickets now ->   https://t.co/rtXoYNv23S 

Shared from Twitter: https://t.co/JZxNSthZO4 

Open house - Grove Street Water Treatment Plant - June 12

"A public open house for the new Grove Street Water Treatment Plant and Wells 3&6 reconstruction will be on Saturday, June 12th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM.  

The site and parking is located at the SNETT Trail Parking lot (235 Grove Street).  

All are welcome to tour the Town's new Water Treatment Plant, ask questions, and learn about the water system in Town."

Shared from Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/931498886934582/posts/4205619649522473/

Open house - Grove Street Water Treatment Plant - June 12

Empty Bowls - modified fund raiser - June 10

Brenna M. Johnson (@johnsonb_ms) tweeted on Thu, Jun 03, 2021:

On Thursday June 10th, EB will host a modified fundraiser at FHS in room 138 (No Food.) 

See the classroom, bid on the Silent Auction, meet club members, make a difference!!! 

@FHS_EmptyBowls @FHSPantherbook @FranklinHS @FranklinMatters #emptybowls
https://t.co/qtfO67qDJj 

Get your ticket or contribute to the cause
https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/empty-bowls-sponsors-2021/

Shared from Twitter: https://twitter.com/johnsonb_ms/status/1400584059722551297

Empty Bowls - modified fund raiser - June 10

50+ Program Special Event - Thursday June 10, 2021 - 10 AM

ReInvention in Possible after 50!

Join us at this Special Panel Event

Thursday, June 10^th: 10-1130am

Do you ever Dream about a Future that is different from your Present?

Do you ever think about doing what you've always wanted to do?

Let's face it - the idea of reinventing yourself after the age of 50 is a frightening prospect. No doubt- it means taking a risk, after a lifetime of experience.

But- staying in a job you don't like is a risk. Retiring and doing nothing is a risk. There are always risks to take, but reinventing yourself and taking on new challenges – achieving a lifetime dream or desire – is a "good" risk to take.

Join our Panelists who have all at some point in their life made the choice to take the chance to make the change and to reinvent themselves. They will be sharing some of the strategic, tactical and practical steps you can take to reinvent yourself.

·        Elaine Crosby, CEO/CO-Founder-Puddingstone Place

·        Lisa Dooley, Owner-Your Organized Life; Author      

·       Mike Savage, Business Coach; Savage Secrets; SCORE

·       Danielle Duplin, Co-Founder-AGENCY@cic and Founders over 55

 

Registration is Required to attend this Special Event

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMrc-ihqzgjG91nPwL0SdN1SFAFeV4oGpwy

If you are interested in joining our 50+ Job Seekers Group, please visit our website: https://50plusjobseekers.org/outreach/registration/

For additional information, contact: 50plusjobseekersadmin@mcoaonline.com

                                                               

50+ Program Special Event - Thursday June 10, 2021 - 10 AM

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda- Jun 8, 2021

Call to Order

Pledge of Allegiance 

Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business

A. Review of Agenda

B. Citizen’s Comments

In the spirit of open communication, “the Committee will hold a public participation segment (also called Citizen’s Comments) about matters not related to an agenda item at the beginning of each regular School Committee meeting. The Committee will listen to, but not respond to any comment made…. A Committee member may add an agenda item to a future meeting as a result of a citizen comment…. The Committee will hear public comments related to an agenda item when the Chair deems appropriate during the Committee meeting. Topics for discussion during the meeting must be limited to those items listed on the Committee meeting agenda for that evening…. ” - from Policy BEDH

C. FHS Student Representative Comments

D. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations

A. Davis Thayer Highlights – Dr. Edward Quigley, Principal

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/dt_slide_show_for_sc_mtg_6-8-21.pdf

B. Communication - Dr. Ahern & Anne Marie Tracey

III. Discussion/Action Items

A. none

IV. Discussion Only Items

A. Reopening Schools Status Update – June 4, 2020-2021

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/reopening_schools_status_update_june_4_2020-2021.pdf

V. Information Matters

A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports (e.g. Ad Hoc Supt. Evaluation, Budget, Community Relations/Public Schools Advocacy, Policy, Transportation)

B. School Committee Liaison Reports (e.g. Joint PCC, Substance Abuse Task Force, School Wellness Advisory Council, Franklin Racial & Social Justice Task Force)

VI. New Business

A. To discuss any future agenda items

VII. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes

I recommend approval of the minutes from your May 25, 2021 School Committee meeting as detailed.

B. American Heart Association - Kid’s Heart Challenge Donation

I recommend acceptance of a check for $3,350.00 from the American Heart Association for the Kid’s Heart Challenge for supplemental supplies to be distributed as follows:

● Parmenter $500

● Davis Thayer $300

● Jefferson $700

● John F Kennedy $850

● Oak Street $300

● Keller $700

 

C. FHS Scholarship

I recommend acceptance of a check for $10,000.00 from Fidelity Charitable Donor Fund (advised) for a scholarship.

VIII. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen

IX. Payroll Atty. Pond-Pfeffer

X. Executive Session

A. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A §21(a)(2) to conduct strategy session in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel.

B. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares.

XI. Adjournment

The agenda doc with connection info can be found

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/scagenda_6-8-21.pdf

The meeting packet folder with docs released for the meeting (will also include those updated after the meeting)  https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee/pages/june-8-2021-school-committee-meeting-packet

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda- Jun 8, 2021

FM #558 - Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Meeting - 06/02/21 (audio)

FM #558 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 558 in the series. 

This session shares the Franklin, MA Municipal Affordable Housing Trust meeting held on Wednesday, June 2, 2021. 

The meeting was conducted in a virtual format: some members were in the Municipal Bldg, other committee members and a small group of public participation were remote via the Zoom conference bridge, all to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.

The meeting was a public hearing on the draft Housing Production Plan. It is open from comment until June 25, 2021. At that time, the comments will begin to be incorporated into an update which will also be subject to public hearings in particular by the Planning Board and Town Council as part of their approval process before being submitted to the State.

The show notes contain links to the meeting agenda and to the presentation document used. Let’s listen to the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust meeting of June 2 Audio file = https://player.captivate.fm/episode/9fdbe6af-3f6b-4f3b-922d-bf85ba9af371

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Agenda document 

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/municipal_affordable_housing_trust_june_2_2021_01.pdf 

Copy of the plan can be found https://franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/franklin_housing_production_plan_-_may_2021_public_draft.pdf

Link to presentation doc

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uNhzpp7CJn-a8iaCaV3_Ym72o9xrNTy4/view?usp=sharing 

My notes from the meeting

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/06/recap-municipal-affordable-housing.html 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. 

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 www.Franklinmatters.org   or www.franklin.news 

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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Planning Director Bryan Taberner

Watch "Franklin High School Special Olympics 2021" on YouTube

Franklin High School Special Olympics 2021 - Produced by Panther TV reporter, Amanda Wylie. Video link => https://youtu.be/A4EMHQAHXXg

"the aggregation rate is often lower than the utility rate"

"AROUND THE WORLD, in the White House, and at our State House, leaders are finally beginning to respond to the climate challenge. Here in Massachusetts, we can take pride in bold new legislation to curb greenhouse gas emissions. And the nation’s first large-scale off-shore wind project, Vineyard Wind, has been given the go ahead by the federal government. Those are exciting developments, but there’s something happening at the local level that deserves our attention as well.

In Massachusetts, cities and towns are increasingly taking advantage of a process known as green municipal aggregation or community choice electricity, which allows municipalities to purchase electricity directly from suppliers (rather than relying on the utilities to do it for us). Through aggregation, communities can offer options that include more wind and solar than required by state law at affordable rates. Today about 50 cities and towns in Massachusetts have done so and dozens more are at various stages of the approval process. Communities that have been doing this for some time keep renewing and usually add more renewable energy as time goes on."

Continue reading the article online

https://commonwealthmagazine.org/opinion/the-municipal-solution-to-climate-change/

Municipal aggregation was approved by Franklin in 2016 and in 2020 they finally implemented a contract with good pricing. Town Administrator Jamie Hellen provides the update and background to the Town Council in this audio segment. The link also contains link to the steps along the process from the archives.

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/02/fm-208-jamie-hellen-on-municipal.html

Municipal aggregation is reported on quarterly and you can find those reports on the Town page  https://www.franklinma.gov/administrator/pages/municipal-aggregation

FM #208 - Jamie Hellen on Municipal Aggregation

Franklin Area Moms: Lessons for Littles - Jun 6 at 3 PM

"Live Stream for Sunday: https://www.facebook.com/events/200734355254645/

Please click on the link above to access the live stream on Sunday, June 6 at 3 PM. The video will also be available on the Franklin Area Moms public Facebook page. You will be able to ask questions through the live stream. Cobi Frongillo, the moderator for the event, will get through as many of the questions as the panel is able to during the event.

*Don't forget, Franklin TV and several other local access TV stations will be airing the event as well!"

Shared from Facebook: https://facebook.com/events/133800355442732?view=permalink&id=153636656792435

Prior posting ->  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/05/lessons-for-littles-june-6-300-pm.html

Lessons for Littles - June 6, 3:00 PM

The SAFE Coalition is hiring

The SAFE Coalition is looking to hire a part-time wellness advocate. For more information send an email to info@safecoaltion.org

Visit SAFE Coalition web page => https://www.safecoalitionma.org/home  

Shared from Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/725586407571568/posts/2253853111411549/

Franklin Public Schools, MA: Class of 2021 Graduation Ceremony is delayed until 7:00 PM (Jun 4, 2021)

Franklin Public Schools, MA (@FranklinPSNews) tweeted on Fri, Jun 04, 2021:

The Class of 2021 Graduation Ceremony is postponed until 7:00 pm tonight (originally scheduled for 5pm). The Car Parade begins Sat, June 5th at 10:40am. We hope to see you cheering on our graduates tomorrow and we are looking forward to honoring their accomplishments tonight! https://t.co/NBOPWUMTfe

Shared from Twitter: https://twitter.com/FranklinPSNews/status/1400865800135790596

Additional details -> https://www.franklinps.net/fhs/urgent-alerts/graduation-start-time-has-been-pushed-700-pm-tonight-friday-june-4th-gates-will

Franklin Public Schools, MA: Class of 2021 Graduation Ceremony is postponed until 7:00 PM

Franklin's Event Outlook: Jun 4 - Jun 10, 2021

"June is bustin' out all over" starting today. The Library book sale returns, the Farmers Market opens, the FHS graduation and car parade happen this weekend. Pride show at THE BLACKBOX and Lessons for Littles on the Town Common. Stay cool...

Friday, June 4
1:00pm -  Library Book Sale
2:00pm - Farmers Market
5:00pm - FHS Class of 2021 Graduation (weather permitting)
6:00pm - Broadway in Franklin (Video on Demand)

Saturday, June 5
11:00am - FHS Class of 2021 - Car Parade (weather permitting)
6:00pm - Broadway in Franklin (Video on Demand)
7:30pm - Pride Concert

Sunday, June 6
1:00pm - Pride Youth Forum
3:00pm - Lessons for Littles
6:00pm - Broadway in Franklin (Video on Demand)

Monday, June 7
6:00pm - Broadway in Franklin (Video on Demand)

Tuesday, June 8
9:00am - wfpr.fm: Pamela Hines – Jazz Journey
12:00pm - wfpr.fm: Pamela Hines – Jazz Journey
6:00pm - wfpr.fm: Pamela Hines – Jazz Journey
6:00pm - Broadway in Franklin (Video on Demand)

Wednesday, June 9
10:00am - wfpr.fm: "The Wonderful World of Wine" – Mark/ Kim
1:00pm - wfpr.fm: "The Wonderful World of Wine" – Mark/Kim
6:00pm - Broadway in Franklin (Video on Demand)
7:00pm - wfpr.fm: "The Wonderful World of Wine" – Mark/Kim
7:30pm - Let’s Laugh Today is Free on ZOOM!

Thursday, June 10
10:00am - wfpr.fm: "Frank’s Music" – Frank Falvey
11:00am - wfpr.fm: "Talkin’ the Blues" – Jim/Todd
1:00pm - wfpr.fm: "Frank’s Music" – Frank Falvey
2:00pm - wfpr.fm: "Talkin’ the Blues" – Jim/Todd
4:30pm - Empty Bowls
6:00pm - Broadway in Franklin (Video on Demand)
7:00pm - wfpr.fm: "Frank’s Music" – Frank Falvey
8:00pm - wfpr.fm: "Talkin' the Blues!" - Jim/Todd 

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

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar

The School district meeting calendar is found   https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26

 

Community Calendar

THE BLACKBOX: Pride Youth Forum - June 6

Join the discussion at THE BLACKBOX for the Pride Youth Forum. Sunday, June 6 from 1 to 2:30 PM.

THE BLACKBOX: Pride Youth Forum - June 6

Town of Franklin: June 2021 Newsletter posted and ready for you to read!

The June 2021 Edition of the Town of Franklin newsletter is now posted! Stay updated and informed about what is happening in town! 

Newsletter link => https://conta.cc/3iabNeY 

June 2021 Newsletter posted and ready for you to read!

Panther TV - Franklin High School 2021 Graduation Preshow (video)

Franklin High School 2021 Graduation Preshow - June 4, 2021

Video link => https://youtu.be/m1g0ZQQwoKc

 

FHS softball, boys tennis, and wrestling teams all post wins on Thursday

From HockomockSports.com we share the FHS spring sports results:

Baseball = Franklin, 0 @ Mansfield, 2 – Final 

– Mansfield scored back-to-back runs in the bottom of the fifth and the duo of Aaron Blinn and James Gilleran combined for a shutout as the Hornets handed Franklin its first loss of the season. Gilleran reached on an error and Liam Anastasia had a bunt single to put two runners on. Junior Colby Geddis followed with a single to bring in courtesy runner Andrew Slaney, and junior Anthony Sacchetti followed with an RBI single of his own to plate Anastasia. Blinn got the start for the Hornets, tossing 3.1 scoreless innings, allowing just two hits and one walk with five strikeouts. Gilleran came on in relief to close it out, giving up just one hit in 3.2 innings of work, striking out four. Franklin starter Jacob Jette had just two unearned runs allowed on four hits and one walk, striking out four in 4.2 innings.

Softball = Mansfield, 1 @ Franklin, 2 – Final 

– Franklin scored twice on three hits in the first inning and was able to hold off the Hornets to earn a split of the season series. Mansfield got its lone run in the top of the second. Molly Kucharski, Ashlyn Conley, and Nicole Kobasa had three straight singles and then a fielder’s choice by Abby DeCoste plated the run. Conley, who was 3-for-3 at the plate, was strong in the circle, despite picking up the loss. She allowed only one hit after the first inning.

"Lauren Cote with the game winning double scoring Gabby Colace and Georgia Harvey. Julia White 7 IP scattering 6 Hits"   https://twitter.com/CoachKatieH/status/1400654088984006659

Boys Tennis = Franklin, 4 @ Mansfield, 1 – Final 

– Behind a pair of wins in both singles and doubles action, Franklin earned a 4-1 victory on the road over Mansfield. Senior Liam Marr had a strong outing at first singles with a 6-1, 6-0 win while junior Vayshnav Malhotra added a 6-1, 6-3 win at second singles. Senior Anish Gundimeda and junior Sameen Shaik battled to a 4-6, 7-6 (5), 10-6 win at first doubles while Thomas Broyles and Jay Gorgas added a 6-1, 6-2 verdict at second doubles.

Girls Tennis = Mansfield @ Franklin, 3:45

Wrestling = Mansfield, 21 @ Franklin, 43 – Final

Fantabulous victory over Mansfield 43-21. Pins from DiFilippo, Owens, Carlucci, Foley, Kuehl, and Walker.  #werollin #PK @FHSSports   @HockomockSports  https://twitter.com/FHSWrestle/status/1400610813166206977

Outdoor Track

Congratulations to FHS Track athletes (and Javelin throwers) Colman Flynn on winning the 2021 FHS Male Hockomock Scholar Athlete Award and Nick Calitri @nick_c_1   for winning the 2021 FHS Paul Davies Sportsmanship Award. @FHSSports   @FranklinHSXC   https://twitter.com/fhs_throwers/status/1400648119109439488

Congratulations Declan Walmsley @declanwalmsley0 ! Multi sport FHS athlete (and FHS Discus Thrower!) on winning the 2021 FHS Career Athlete Award.

@FranklinHSXC @FHSSports @_FHSBasketball  

https://twitter.com/fhs_throwers/status/1400642810035019776

Congratulations Katelynn Taylor @Kate22Taylor ! Multi sport FHS athlete (and FHS Thrower!) on winning the 2021 FHS Hockomock Female Scholar Athlete award, for excellence in academics, athletics, and positive impact on FHS community. @FHSSports  @fhsgvbasketball  @FHS_girlsXC  @Franklin_VBall  https://twitter.com/fhs_throwers/status/1400639707663511556

For the complete results around the Hockomock League

https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-06-03-21/

FHS Panthers

5 FHS students receive Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy

Laura Evans (@LevansFHS) tweeted on Thu, Jun 03, 2021:

🎉Congratulations to the @FranklinHS recipients of the Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy! 🎉
@FranklinPSNews https://t.co/PlzJWg0pGb

Shared from Twitter: https://twitter.com/LevansFHS/status/1400507580175327233

🎉Congratulations to the @FranklinHS recipients of the Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy! 🎉@FranklinPSNews pic.twitter.com/PlzJWg0pGb

— Laura Evans (@LevansFHS) June 3, 2021

Register for the "Paint & Sip Class" Thursday, June 10

Expressions Enrichment is hosting an adult paint night taught by Franklin Artist Ted Cormier-Leger. Ted will teach different techniques using acrylics and we will work on a simple still life.

Enjoy wine from La Cantina Winery and light refreshments (included with your ticket).

Sign up at https://www.expressions-enrichment.com/services/p/paint-sip-class-with-local-franklin-artist-ted-cormier-legerthursday-june-10th-7-830pm

For more about Expressions Enrichment www.expressions-enrichment.com 

Paint & Sip Class Thursday, June 10

Library book sale returns - Jun 4 - 1 to 4 PM

"June is bustin' out all over ..." (No, sorry don't get me singing. See link below.)

The Library Book Sale returns today from 1 to 4 PM

Library book sale returns - Jun 4 - 1 to 4 PM

The video link to the Carousal performance -> https://youtu.be/VCCuhpp3bb0