Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Franklin library: July 2021 Library News & Events

July 2021 Library News & Events

Library News

The Franklin Public Library will be closed Monday, July 5th in observance of Independence Day. The Library's hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Items on the hold shelves will not be checked out, so please check them out using the self-check stations or through the Minuteman Library app.

Book Sale

The Franklin Public Library is now having a Book Sale every Friday 1:00-4:00 p.m. All books are one dollar each. The Bag Sale will be Fridays July 9 & 23, 5:00-6:00 p.m. Fill a brown paper bag with books for five dollars!

New Free Online Resource for Franklin Residents

The Franklin Public Library is now offering O'Reilly for Public Libraries. O'Reilly for Public Libraries includes more than 43,000 books and 30,000 hours of video in areas such as information technology and software; business; digital media; professional and personal development; and desktop and web applications. Serving the needs of patrons who are working to advance their careers, tune into business and technology trends, or explore new software, this collection—created and curated by O'Reilly—serves the business and technology needs of a wide range of users. Included are hundreds of books and videos for makers, gamers and tinkerers; more than 100 hobbyist titles including STEAM Lab for Kids and The Lego Build-It Book, Volumes 1 & 2; more than 900 books from the "For Dummies" series; and more than 150 titles on job-seeking and career development. To access this database, please visit the Free Online Databases page on the Library's website https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/pages/free-online-databases .

 

Programs for Children and Teens

Weekly Events for Families!

PLEASE NOTE: Weekly and Special events are currently scheduled to be in-person, outdoor programs at the library unless otherwise noted!

Animal Guess Who! Monday-Friday

Join us all summer long for a fun guessing game of name that animal! Clues will be posted daily Monday-Friday, and at the end of each week all the correct guesses will be entered into a raffle!

Move Along! Mondays @ 10:30AM

This thirty minute program features music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy!

Dungeons & Dragons! Mondays @ 3:30PM on Discord/Roll20

Kids ages 7-15! Join us each week for virtual D&D on Roll20.net! Then join a community of gamers for fun on FPL's own Discord Server! "Chairs" are open for New Players and Dungeon Masters are always in demand! Email mgousie@minlib.net to get involved!

Toe-Tapping Tuesdays! Tuesdays @ 4:00PM

Let's play some music and get those little toes moving! We will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence.

Tummy Time! Thursdays @ 9:15AM *starting July 1st*

Babies and caregivers: join us each Thursday morning for Tummy Time! Nurture your baby's development with gentle music, movement, and sensory play at the library! Please bring a small blanket or towel for your baby's comfort!

Bookworm Bounce! Thursdays @ 4:00PM

Join us for an afternoon story time full of music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy!

Happy Feet! *SOME* Fridays @ 10:30AM

Let's play some music and get those little toes moving! We will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence.

Summer Secret Coders *SOME* Fridays @11:00AM

Make projects, cool crafts, and play games based on The Secret Coders by Gene Luen Yang

Farmers Market Fun! Fridays @ 3:30PM

Join us in a special collaboration with the Franklin Farmer's market! Enjoy special themed events each week, from story times, to scavenger hunts, to craft projects and beyond!

Special Events for Kids & Families in July!

DIY Pet Toys! Thursday, July 1st @ 1:00PM

Join us as we make our own toys for all our beloved furry friends! Don't have a pet at home? No problem! We'll be donating any additional toys to local animal shelters!

Toe Jam Puppet Band! Friday July 2nd @ 1:00PM

Join the Toe Jam Puppet Band for a rockin' concert at the Franklin Public Library! This hilarious show is sure to have the whole family laughing along!

July StoryWalk at DelCarte Park!

Starting Saturday, July 3rd, the Franklin Recreation Department and the Franklin Public Library are teaming up again for a summer series of StoryWalks on the trail! The StoryWalk will be up until August, so you have plenty of time to enjoy the story, while social distancing!

Take & Make: Terracotta Wind Chimes!

Starting Monday, July 5th stop by the library to pick up your very own terracotta wind chime kit! Kits include supplies and instructions for making your very own wind chimes! SUPPLIES ARE LIMITED! Kits will be distributed on a first come first serve basis!

Habitat Helpers! STEAM Challenge! Wednesday, July 7th @ 10:30AM

An Arctic themed STEAM activity to learn about this special habitat and the animals that live there! Ideal for grades K+.

FPL Host The Tech Tigers Python Challenge! Saturday, July 10th @ 1:00PM

Join the Tech Tigers First LEGO League Team for a fun introduction to Python! Learn the basics and participate in fun challenges! Ideal for kids Grade 4 & up. For more information and to register for this Zoom event email Mitzi at mgousie@minlib.net.

Henry the Juggler! Wednesday, July 14th @ 10:30AM

Join us for a show that is known to cause spontaneous outbursts of laughter! You will be left completely amazed as you watch henry the juggler juggle his CLUBS, RINGS, TORCHES and MORE!

Mr. Vinny's Bubbles! Saturday, July 17th @ 10:30AM

Mr. Vinny, using giant bubble wands designed and constructed by the Bubble Guy himself, will gather kids for an hour long game of watch, chase, and pop the bubbles!

Dino Adventures! Wednesday, July 21st @ 1:30PM

Join us as we welcome Animal Adventures: Family Zoo & Rescue Center to the library! Featuring fossils, dinosaur skulls, velociraptor claws, dinosaur skin and more, this show is sure to impress the entire family! Plus...there may be a visit or two from some REAL, living dinosaur descendants!!

Dino Seek-N-Find! Saturday, July 24th @ 10:00AM

Where in Franklin is Miss Caleigh and her Prehistoric friend? Join the fun for a Social Distancing Seek-N-Find! Follow the clues posted in the Facebook event and come say hello!

Make with Miss Mitzi: Paper Clay Pencil Tops! Saturday, July 24th @ 1:00PM

Calling all Makers! Miss Mitzi is on a mission to make a new crazy craft project every month! Sign up & Tune in as we MAKE our way through the year! To register email Mitzi at mgousie@minlib.net

Jungle Jim! Wednesday, July 28th @ 1:00PM

Jungle Jim brings his fabulous engaging entertainment style to the Franklin Public Library! Join us for what is sure to be an awesome time!

Ed Popielarczyk Magic Show! Saturday, July 31st @ 10:30AM

Join us as we welcome Ed Popielarczyk for a one-of-a-kind magic show that is guaranteed to leave the whole family impressed!

Weekly / monthly Events for Teens

PLEASE NOTE: Weekly and Special events are currently scheduled to be in-person, outdoor programs at the library unless otherwise noted!

Dungeons & Dragons! Mondays @ 3:30PM on Discord/Roll20

Kids ages 7-15! Join us each week for virtual D&D on Roll20.net! Then join a community of gamers for fun on FPL's own Discord Server! "Chairs" are open for New Players and Dungeon Masters are always in demand! Email mgousie@minlib.net to get involved!

Teen Al Fresco Book Bites! Wednesdays @ 4:30PM

Teens! Bring along a picnic meal and a blanket, and join us outside on the grass outside the library for a casual chat about what we're all reading!

Teen Advisory Board! 2nd Wednesday of the Month @ 6:30PM

Join us each month for Teen Advisory Board! The Teen Advisory Board is a GREAT opportunity to get involved here at the library! You'll help plan events and programs, create displays and decorate the teen space, and help drive decisions around the kinds of materials we bring to the YA collection, from books and beyond, all while eating snacks and getting volunteer hours! It's a win-win-win!

VolunTeens! 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month @6:30PM

Calling all Tweens and Teens! Are you looking to build your resume? Have you ever been interested in volunteering at the library? Well now's your chance. Join us Thursday nights twice a month for volunteer projects! This program is intended for students looking to volunteer on a long-term, regular basis. Attendance to at least one meeting a month is required. For more information please contact Bree at bcomeau@minlib.net.

Summer Secret Coders *SOME* Fridays @11:00 AM

As Senior Agents, make projects, cool crafts, and play games based on The Secret Coders by Gene Luen Yang. For more information email mgousie@minlib.net

Special Events for Teens in July!

Teen Book Swap Brunch! Friday, July 2nd @ 11:00AM

The perfect (free) way to freshen up your bookshelf! Bring along a book (or two!) to swap in an outdoors book swap for teens, complete with brunch food! *Please bring your own food. Per COVID guidelines, we are not able to provide/share food. Thank you!*

Take & Make: Rock Photo Holders!

Starting Monday, July 5th stop by the library to pick up your very own rock photo holder kit! Kits include supplies and instructions for making your very own photo keepsake! SUPPLIES ARE LIMITED! Kits will be distributed on a first come first serve basis!

FPL Host The Tech Tigers Python Challenge! Saturday, July 10th @ 1:00PM

Join the Tech Tigers First LEGO League Team for a fun introduction to Python! Learn the basics and participate in fun challenges! Ideal for kids Grade 4 & up. For more information and to register for this Zoom event email Mitzi at mgousie@minlib.net.

Take & Make: Color-Me Mugs!

Starting Monday, July 19th stop by the library to pick up your very own color-me mug kit! Kits include supplies and instructions for making your very own self-decorated mug! SUPPLIES ARE LIMITED! Kits will be distributed on a first come first serve basis!

Teen Regency Garden Party! Wednesday, July 21st @ 5:30PM

Teens! Dress in your finest regency era clothes and join us for a night of dancing and revelry that Jane Austen herself would approve of!

Make with Miss Mitzi: Paper Clay Pencil Tops! Saturday, July 24th @ 1:00PM

Calling all Makers! Miss Mitzi is on a mission to make a new crazy craft project every month! Sign up & Tune in as we MAKE our way through the year! To register email Mitzi at mgousie@minlib.net

Events for Adults

Take and Make Craft for Adults: Miniature House

In a collaboration with the Franklin Mill Store, the Franklin Public Library is now offering Take-And-Make craft kits for adults! This month, explore the art of miniature homes! Each kit comes with all the materials and instructions needed to create a magical miniature structure. Kits are available to the first 20 Franklin residents to sign up. To register, please contact Assistant Library Director Kim Shipala at 508-520-4941, or email kshipala@minlib.net . Kits will be available  for pickup at the Circulation Desk starting July 1st.

"Dyeing to Wear It" Scarf Dyeing, Monday, July 19, 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Be an artist for a day and create your own wearable art! Experience the design process with the art of pure color. All dyes are natural and extracted without the use of harmful chemicals. Pure, vivid color you can feel and wear anytime of the year. The workshop will be led by Artist Rhonda Fazio. The class is filled with fun, laughter and interesting history. C'mon, you know you're "Dyeing to Wear It"! The class is limited to fifteen Franklin residents. Please contact Assistant Library Director Kim Shipala at kshipala@minlib.net or 508-520-4941 to register. This program is funded by a grant from the Franklin Cultural Council. For more information, please visit https://www.dyermakerstudio.com/ .

Franklin Public Library Book Club, Tuesday, July 27, 7:00 p.m.

The book for discussion is A Family of Strangers, by Emilie Richards.

All her life, Ryan Gracey watched her perfect older sister from afar. Knowing she could never top Wendy's achievements, she didn't even try. Instead Ryan forged her own path while her family barely seemed to notice. Now Wendy shares two little girls with her perfect husband, while Ryan mourns the man she lost after a nearly fatal mistake in judgment. The sisters' choices have taken them in different directions, which is why Ryan is stunned when Wendy calls, begging for her help. There's been a murder--and Wendy believes she'll be wrongfully accused. While Wendy lies low, Ryan moves back to their hometown to care for the nieces she hardly knows. The sleuthing skills she's refined as a true-crime podcaster quickly rise to the surface as she digs for answers with the help of an unexpected ally. Yet the trail of clues Wendy's left behind leads to nothing but questions. Blood may be thicker than water, but what does Ryan owe a sister who becomes more and more a stranger with every revelation? Is Wendy, who always seemed so perfect, just a perfect liar--or worse?"--Publisher's description.

To reserve a copy of the book or for more information, please contact Assistant Library Director Kim Shipala at kshipala@minlib.net . To register, please visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcsf-yrrDIuGNZUG2MU5BiraLtGa3d... .

Knitting Group, Fridays, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Love to knit or crochet? Join our group of local fiber artists who will be meeting in the Friends of the Franklin Library Community Room on Fridays 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Shared from the Franklin Library page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/july-2021-library-news-events

Franklin library: July 2021 Library News & Events
Franklin library: July 2021 Library News & Events


FM #576 - Erin Rogers, Senior Center Special Events Outlook for Jul/Aug - 06/23/21 (audio)

FM #576 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 576 in the series. 


This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Erin Rogers. Erin is currently the Executive Director for the Franklin Senior Center.  She replaced Karen Alves when Karen retired last year.


We talk about her transition to Executive Director in the middle of COVID-19. We talk about the variety of special events and activities scheduled for July and August. The regular event calendar with specific dates and time details can be found on the Senior Center page..


The recording runs about 21 minutes, so let’s listen to my conversation with Erin.


*** Audio file ->  https://player.captivate.fm/episode/1cadc538-2a63-4c09-bdca-5f1fa091979f


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Franklin Senior Center https://www.franklinma.gov/fsc


Senior Center Connections newsletter  https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-senior-center/pages/connection-newsletter


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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 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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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

 

Erin Rogers, Senior Center Special Events Outlook for Jul/Aug
Erin Rogers, Senior Center Special Events Outlook for Jul/Aug

FHS girls lacrosse tops Chelmsford 11-9 to head for State Final on Thursday

"As the clock ran down under six minutes to play, Franklin held a three-goal lead in Tuesday night’s Div. 1 state semifinal at Pisini Stadium and the Panthers held possession. Before they could advance up the field, the officials stopped the game. Lightning in the distance caused a delay that stretched to nearly an hour.

When play resumed, 5:25 was all that stood between Franklin and a spot in its first ever state title game. After the Panthers ran a minute off the clock, Chelmsford forced a turnover and converted it into a goal on the other end. Now it was only a two-goal game. Another chance a minute later went inches wide of the post and Stella Regan chased it down behind the cage to win possession.

Franklin had the ball and 3:33 on the clock. The Panthers showed great patience and vision to keep the ball moving in the attacking half of the field, running down the clock despite Chelmsford pressuring every pass. Franklin held on for the 11-9 win, handing Chelmsford its only loss of the season and ending a long wait to play for a state title.

“It’s awesome,” said Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino. “I think it’s been a long time coming. I think this group has worked extremely hard and they deserve it. They’re all in, so we’re really excited for Thursday.”

Continue read the game recap by Josh Perry, Managing Editor of HockomockSports.com 

For a photo gallery from this game

Franklin’s Kate O’Rourke scores a goal on a low shot in the final minute of the third quarter to restore a two-goal lead. (Ryan Lanigan/HockomockSports.com)
Franklin’s Kate O’Rourke scores a goal on a low shot in the final minute of the third quarter to restore a two-goal lead. (Ryan Lanigan/HockomockSports.com)



MA map showing distribution of COVID Relief Funds

Charlie Baker (@MassGovernor) tweeted on Tue, Jun 29, 2021:
#ICYMI ➡️ We launched an online, interactive tool that displays the breakdown by municipality of the $3.4 billion in direct federal aid awarded to local governments throughout the Commonwealth to support #COVID19MA relief and recovery.

Search the map 🔎 https://t.co/OexAt1jh6M 

Shared from Twitter:  https://t.co/GmNcc6lfNV

MA map showing distribution of COVID Relief Funds
MA map showing distribution of COVID Relief Funds


SNETT tunnel closed July 1-July 2

"Trail Closure Alert!

The trail between Spring St (Franklin) and Lake St (Bellingham) will be closed on Thursday (and possibly Friday) for drainage repair at the tunnel. No thru traffic. 

Please plan accordingly. Thank you!

#SNETT #railtrail #FBRTC #FranklinMA #BellinghamMA"
Shared from Facebook: 

350 Mass Greater Franklin Node Meeting, Thursday, July 1, 7:00 PM

Hello to all from the 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node. Please mark your calendars for this week's Node meetingThursday, July 1, 7:00 pm.  (As a reminder, we meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month.)
 
Here are the the Zoom details, and a preview of the meeting.
 
Zoom link for the meeting, July 1, 7:00 PM
Meeting ID: 889 2460 7755
Password: 350ma 
Audio by phone: +1 646 876 9923  
 
Meeting Agenda: 
  • We will discuss developments nationally, statewide, and locally; and update one another about 350 Mass' campaigns, "Bringing the Green New Deal Home."  
  • We will continue our conversation about engaging our region in climate activism: working with residents and like-minded organizations, and advocating for actions and programs by our municipalities. We will consider challenges and opportunities, and ways we can communicate with officials and neighbors in our towns.
  • 350 Mass members are adding our voices to calls to Stop the Money Pipeline and Defund Line 3.  Read this account of our Node's action in Franklin this past Saturday, June 26th. We intend to join the national campaign during the week of July 12th, when activists around the country will organize art actions & protests at the branches, offices and headquarters of the banks funding Line 3. 
We want to collaborate with groups and individuals from the region who share the same concerns, so all our cities and towns can benefit. Please join us to learn and contribute.   
 
If you cannot participate in the Node meeting on Thursday but have some information to share, e.g., notice about a community meeting or a recommended webinar, you can send it to ralph.halpern@comcast.net.
 
We'll send a reminder on Thursday. 
 
Please take a few moments and visit the new and improved 350 Mass website
 
Thanks for your participation and support.
 
Node Co-coordinators,
Carolyn Barthel
Ralph Halpern
 
 
Ralph Halpern
781-784-3839 (h)
339-203-5017 (c)

350 Mass Greater Franklin Node,  meeting - Thursday, July 1
350 Mass Greater Franklin Node,  meeting - Thursday, July 1

Sad news from TC Scoops

Via TC Scoops 

"It is with a broken heart that I need to inform you that tomorrow, June 30th, will be our last day in operation at the Medway Shopping Plaza.  After nearly 10 years, the owner has decided suddenly, unexpectedly and, in my opinion, unnecessarily not to renew my lease after a month of attempting to come to an agreement.  Even as of last Friday it seemed like we were going to be able to come to some sort of arrangement, to no avail.

Thank you for all of your support over the years, you have all made me happy and proud to be part of the Medway community.

We will be operating out of the ice cream bus as much as possible, and will regularly post here as to where you can find it.

If you would like to tell ownership how you feel about this decision, feel free to call the home office at 617 227-0893 or email the plaza manager at jgriffin@dfi.cc.

We will end up on our feet, sometime, somewhere so until then adios!"


Shared from their Facebook post ->   https://www.facebook.com/tcscoops/posts/4460399980650218

Facebook page for TC Scoops  https://www.facebook.com/tcscoops/

Sad news from TC Scoops
Sad news from TC Scoops


Tuesday, June 29, 2021

St Mary's Parish: "What to Expect this Year in Religious Education"

What to Expect this Year in Religious Education

After reading all of the survey entries (thank you to all of you who submitted the survey) and taking into consideration the amount of teachers that we need to run the program, we have decided to follow a “hybrid” model for the year 2021/2022.  This model is based on the Religious Education model called “Domestic Church”. 

We help and support you as parents as you directly help your child(ren) grow in our faith.  Hopefully, by your teaching, daily actions and example, and by your participation at Sunday Mass, your child(ren) learns “The Ways of Our Faith” which you promised as parents at your children's Baptism so many years ago.

The plan is actually straight forward and easy to follow. Students will complete the book assignments at home and submit them periodically as they did this past year. In addition, we will rotate each grade level into the building for enrichment and review classes and the ability for the kids to all be together with us. Please see below for specific information regarding classes and scheduling.


Religious Education Program
2021/2022
Grade 1 (Fall Semester):  Students will complete a binder supplied by the Religious Education Office at home with their parents. This will be done between October—December at your child’s own pace. 
                                       
Grade 1 (Spring Semester):  Students will come to class every other week and complete their book work together, along with short assignments to be done at home.  
Classes will be offered on Mondays and Tuesdays only.  You will choose which day works best for your child.


Grade 2 (Fall Semester):  Students will come to class every week and complete their book work together, along with short assignments to be done at home. 

Grade 2 (Spring Semester):  Students will come to class every other week and complete their book work together, along with short assignments to be done at home.
Classes will be offered on Mondays and Tuesdays only.  You will choose which day works best for your child.


Grades 3-8 (Fall Semester + Spring Semester):  Students will complete their book work at home as they did this year and submit the work.  Approximately every six weeks there will be an “in person” class for enrichment and review.  

Classes will be offered on Wednesdays and Thursdays--only one grade per week.  You will choose which day works best for your child.

ALL CLASSES FOR GRADES 1-8 MEET 
FROM 4:00 PM — 5:00 PM

Grades 9 + 10 (Fall Semester + Spring Semester):  Students will complete six chapters (three in the fall semester and three in spring semester) per year of the Decision Point book.  These chapters will be submitted at the end of the Fall Semester and the end of the Spring Semester. 

There will be a large group gathering at the beginning of Confirmation 1 and Confirmation 2.  These lessons will be taught by a guest speaker.

In addition the students will be responsible for community service each semester.  They will be required to do three things (each semester) for someone other than themselves and their family.  Be creative and think outside of the box.  A summary of these activities will be turned in with each semester’s work.  More information will follow.

At the beginning and end of the year, the students will all come together for a class. We will have a guest speaker at each of these classes.

For additional information visit St Mary's

 
St Mary's Parish: "What to Expect this Year in Religious Education"
St Mary's Parish: "What to Expect this Year in Religious Education"

FM #575 - Talk Franklin - 06/25/21 (audio)

FM #575 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 575 in the series. 


This session of the radio show shares my "Talk Franklin" conversation with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen. We had our conversation via conference bridge to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.


We talk about: 

Maple Hill status

Staffing changes; committee/board re-appointments

Re-opening continues, more meetings in person allowed

Farmers Market, 4th of July; concerts on the common – Cultural Festival

 

Links to the key topics covered here are included in the show notes. The recording runs about 26 minutes, so let’s listen to my conversation with Jamie.


Audio file => https://player.captivate.fm/5f5bfaa1-b85f-46ea-ba17-8c72c732f308


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Franklin Community Profile  =>   https://mecc.memberclicks.net/assets/2021CommunityProfiles/FRANKLIN.pdf

 

Pop Shop Franklin -> https://www.franklinma.gov/economic-development/pages/pop-shop-franklin 

 

Town Council 06/23/21 Agenda folder -> https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/june-23-town-council-agenda

 

Town Council 06/23/21 Agenda doc (including connection info) ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/6-23-21_town_council_agenda.pdf


My notes from the Town Council 06/23/21 meeting

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/06/recap-town-council-meeting-deserved.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 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!

------------------


You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

 

FM #575 - Talk Franklin - 06/25/21 (audio)
FM #575 - Talk Franklin - 06/25/21 (audio)

FHS baseball falls short In D1 South final To Xaverian - 5-4

 
"The Franklin baseball team came up just short in the D1 South Sectional Final against Xaverian, but it sure wasn’t for a lack of effort.

The Panthers rallied to get within one run twice and had the tying run in scoring position in the bottom of the seventh but couldn’t get over the hump, falling 5-4 to the visiting Hawks.

Franklin had a hit in five of the seven innings, putting a runner in scoring position in four of those frames. The Panthers pushed across three runs in the bottom of the fourth and made it a one-run game again with a run in the sixth, but Franklin also left the bases loaded in two innings and left a runner in scoring position in two other frames.

“It was a great game, both teams competed hard and both teams had opportunities…they just made a few more plays than we did today,” said Franklin head coach Zach Brown. “We certainly applied pressure and had our chances, even right there to the end. But unfortunately, some walks, some miscues…and they had two big blows. I’m just really proud of this team, especially the seniors."
Continue reading the game recap by Ryan Lanigan, founder and Editor-in-Chief of HockomockSports.com

For a photo gallery from this game

Franklin junior reliever James Kuczmiec threw two perfect innings of relief for the Panthers. (Ryan Lanigan/HockomockSports.com)
Franklin junior reliever James Kuczmiec threw two perfect innings of relief for the Panthers. (Ryan Lanigan/HockomockSports.com)


Flower Alley has its first mural

"One mural done, and more to come! The FDP continues to coordinate the installations of murals on Flower Alley off East Central St. Stop by to see this amazing mural by artist Peg Munson."
Shared from Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/243620642485745/posts/1787627298085064/

For more about the Franklin Downtown Partnership, visit their page

Flower Alley has its first mural
Flower Alley has its first mural




"human behavior is far more important in shaping the course of the pandemic than any variant"

"News headlines and health experts on social media are sounding the alarm over another variant of the coronavirus, this time Delta, claiming it is much more contagious and perhaps more lethal than any other variant seen so far. It’s easy to understand why: New variants of the virus continue to emerge, and cases are rising in many countries. But whether new variants pose a unique or substantial risk is still unknown, and as virologists, we are concerned that misunderstanding variants and the risk they pose can cause confusion and panic.

As the coronavirus spread globally, its genome changed — mutated — as expected for any virus. These mutations may affect the virus’s “fitness,” its ability to reproduce and spread. Some mutations weaken a virus, some have no measurable effect, and some make it stronger.

As a virus becomes more fit, it will outcompete less fit viruses — and Delta is not the first variant that has beat its predecessors and competitors in certain areas. There’s the Alpha variant that first became dominant in Britain, and the Gamma variant that first became dominant in Brazil. Such changes are not unique to the coronavirus. Increased viral fitness happens during every flu season and is why some flu variants may circulate more widely than others.

Just because a variant displaces another does not necessarily mean it is more infectious or more deadly to the people who become infected with it. As has been true for the past year and a half, human behavior is far more important in shaping the course of the pandemic than any variant."
Continue reading the article online (subscription maybe required)
Peter van Agtmael/Magnum Photos
Peter van Agtmael/Magnum Photos


Get your "Lions Club Donut" at the Franklin Honey Dew locations

For the month of July as we kick off the new "Lion Year",  you can buy a "Lions Club Donut" at the Franklin Honey Dew locations. All proceeds will benefit the local charities of the Franklin Lions Club.

PURPLE: stands for loyalty to friends and to one's self, and for integrity of mind and heart. GOLD: symbolizes sincerity of purpose, liberality in judgement, purity in life and generosity in mind, heart and purpose toward humanity.
Visit the Franklin Lions on the internet at https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/franklinma/

Get your "Lions Club Donut" at the Franklin Honey Dew locations
Get your "Lions Club Donut" at the Franklin Honey Dew locations



"members simply could not reach a consensus on an issue that became incredibly controversial"

"AFTER 16 MONTHS of work, members of a commission tasked with updating the state’s laws for reporting child abuse have failed to reach an agreement and will not make any recommendations to the Legislature.  
The report of the mandated reporter commission is scheduled to be released Wednesday. At a meeting Monday, commission members decided to include in that report a summary of their deliberations and of feedback obtained in a public comment period – but not to vote on any legislative recommendations.  
“There’s no recommendations,” confirmed the state’s child advocate, Maria Mossaides, who chairs the commission, after the meeting.  
Asked why the commission decided not to make any recommendations, Mossaides said she was “unwilling to speak for the commission on that matter,” and she would let the document speak for itself when it is released. "