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Tuesday, September 7, 2021
The Franklin Food Pantry would like you to become a GEM!
Reminder: Trash/Recycling Pickup delayed one day this week
Trash Delay September 6-10
one day off from the normal pickup schedule due to the Labor Day holiday on Monday
- If you need another copy of the Curbside pickup flyer for 2021-2022 https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/franklin_program_guide_2021-2022_2.pdf
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| Franklin Residents: Trash Delayed by one day during week of September 6-10, 2021 |
"Hockomock Girls Soccer: Players to Watch in 2021"
From HockomockSports.com we share the "Hockomock Girls Soccer: Players to Watch in 2021"
Norah
Anderson, Junior – Franklin
"Defense has been Franklin’s hallmark for a while now. The Panthers finished 2019 with clean sheets in 11 of their final 12 games, allowing only an extra time goal to Oliver Ames in the playoffs, and opened last season with a string of shutouts. Goals are hard to come by against Franklin and Anderson has been a major reason why.
The junior has been a mainstay at the heart of the defense for the past two seasons, coupling her physical presence with a good reading of the game. Tall and strong, Anderson is willing to mix it up with opposing forwards but she’s also just as capable of making a key interception or cut out an attack without the need of stepping into a challenge.
A strong aerial threat at both ends of the pitch, Anderson is important on set pieces and has grown into a leadership role in the defensive corps. She has also shown increasing calm in possession, which will help the Panthers build from the back. Franklin is looking to defend its league title and Anderson will help keep things strong at the back to give the Panthers a solid foundation."
Continue to read the girls soccer players to watch from around the Hockomock League https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-girls-soccer-players-to-watch-in-2021/
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| "Hockomock Girls Soccer: Players to Watch in 2021" |
Franklin Newcomers and Friends are back!!!
We're pleased to announce that the Franklin Newcomers and Friends are back!! We're excited to be able to hold our monthly meetings again. One change that we've made is that we now meet on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at "3" Restaurant in Franklin. We previously met on the 2nd Wednesday . . . "3 at 3" is much easier to remember!
This month, in addition to reconnecting with members and welcoming new friends, we'll be highlighting a few local charities and how to get involved. We'll also share more about Newcomers and the kind of activities and events that we offer.
Come join your Franklin friends and neighbors at our next monthly gathering on Wednesday, September 15th. We meet upstairs at "3" Restaurant at 7:30 PM on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. We welcome any resident of Franklin, or a surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers Club, to join us. "3" Restaurant is located at 461 West Central Street, Franklin. Complimentary appetizers and beverages are provided and a cash bar is available. We hold our meetings September through May. Additionally, we host many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year. We hope you'll join us!!
Come join your Franklin friends and neighbors at our next monthly gathering on Wednesday, September 15th. We meet upstairs at "3" Restaurant at 7:30 PM on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. We welcome any resident of Franklin, or a surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers Club, to join us. "3" Restaurant is located at 461 West Central Street, Franklin. Complimentary appetizers and beverages are provided and a cash bar is available. We hold our meetings September through May. Additionally, we host many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year. We hope you'll join us!!
For more information or to join visit our Meetup Page.
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| Franklin Newcomers & Friends |
Town Council Meeting - 09/01/21 - Audio in 2 parts
FM #598 & 599 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, numbers 598 & 599 in the series.
This session shares part of the Franklin, MA Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, September 1, 2021.
The meeting was conducted in a hybrid format: members of the Town Council and Town Administration personnel, many of the Police promotion and new hires, along with their guest and family members were in the Council Chambers, some members of the public participated via the Zoom conference bridge, all to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.
I’ve split the just over 3.5 hour session (total elapsed time) into 2 logical segments:
First - covers the opening, Police promotions, new hires and the Public hearing on the downtown zoning item. The break after the police ceremonies was excluded from this audio. (~59 mins)
Second - covers the balance of the meeting, entry to Executive Session, and then the return to open meeting 40 minutes later (~1 hour and 8 minutes)
The show notes contain links to the meeting agenda. Let’s listen to the Town Council meeting of Sep 1, 2021
Part 1 = https://player.captivate.fm/episode/69af8744-8945-4f07-9192-beec01e71403
Part 2 = https://player.captivate.fm/episode/da222513-19e9-462b-a3d0-794a3699828f
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Agenda document
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/9-1-21_town_council_agenda.pdf
My notes from the meeting -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/09/recap-town-council-meeting-090121.html
Photos of the Police promotions and swearing in can be found in one album
https://photos.app.goo.gl/VJ494vDqhnX1SEDbA
Town Council Quarterbacking session (a short recap with Council Chair Tom Mercer) ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/09/fm-597-town-council-quarterbacking.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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| Victoria McVicar, New Hire Introduction & Ceremonial Swearing in |
Franklin Matters Radio shows scheduled for Wednesday, Sep 8 and Saturday, Sep 11
The Franklin Matters Radio shows scheduled for Wednesday, September 8 and Saturday, September 11 are the following:
Wednesday
- 9:00 AM / Noon / 6:00 PM = FM_#596_BoardofHealth-mtg_
20210901 (~ 37 mins) - 11:00 AM / 2:00 PM / 8:00 PM = FM_#596_FSC-Erin Rogers and #597-
Town Council Quarterbacking combination (~ 53 mins)
Saturday
The Board of Health meeting repeats on Saturday at 9:00 AM and the Senior Center/Town Council Quarterbacking combination repeats at 3:00 PM.
You can also find each segment separately in your favorite podcast app or in the Franklin Matters Radio archive -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/fm-podcasts.html
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| Franklin Matters Radio shows scheduled for Wednesday, Sep 8 and Saturday, Sep 11 |
Monday, September 6, 2021
Veterans Memorial Walkway Update - get your brick order in by Sep 17, 2021
Veterans Memorial Walkway Update
Purchase engraved bricks by September 17, 2021
The next brick installation on the Veterans Memorial Walkway is scheduled for November 2021 to coincide with Veterans' Day.
The deadline for ordering an engraved brick is September 17.
Brick order forms are available at the Senior Center reception desk, the Veterans'
Services Office, Town Hall lobby and on the Veterans page on the Town website.
AN ENGRAVED BRICK MAKES A GREAT GIFT FOR YOUR SPECIAL VETERAN!
Shared from https://www.franklinma.gov/veterans-services/news/veterans-memorial-walkway-update-3
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| Veterans Memorial Walkway Update |
The Freedom Trail: Imaging the Age of Phyllis
On September 1, 1773, Phillis Wheatley's "Poem's on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral" was published in London. Wheatley's collection was the first volume of poetry by an author of African descent to be published. https://t.co/vzW8rtgG7x https://t.co/PwEZPZkt4F
"For many, Phillis Wheatley Peters is well known as a poet, but not as a woman. She is mainly remembered as a literary prodigy and enslaved girl in 18th century Boston who became the first African American woman to publish a book of poetry.Poet Honorée Fanonne Jeffers sought to revive and expand our collective memory of Phillis through her award-winning book The Age of Phillis. Jeffers’s evocative work calls on us to imagine Phillis through her other identities: a daughter of Africa, a friend, a wife, a mother, and an author who spoke to the historical moment of the American Revolution."
Imaging the Age of Phyllis -> https://www.revolutionaryspaces.org/exhibits/imagining-the-age-of-phillis/
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| The Freedom Trail: Imaging the Age of Phyllis |
Inside the job market on Labor Day 2021
"A mystery sits at the heart of the economic recovery: There are 10 million job openings, yet more than 8.4 million unemployed are still actively looking for work.The job market looks, in some ways, like a boom-time situation. Business owners complain they can’t find enough workers, pay is rising rapidly, and customers are greeted with “please be patient, we’re short-staffed” signs at many stores and restaurants.But the nation remains in the midst of a deadly pandemic with covid-19 hospitalizations back at their highest rates since January. The surge is weighing on the labor market again, with a mere 235,000 jobs added in August. There are still 5 million fewer jobs compared to before the pandemic, reflecting ongoing problems, including child care as some schools and day cares shut down again from outbreaks.
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At heart, there is a massive reallocation underway in the economy that’s triggering a “Great Reassessment” of work in America from both the employer and employee perspectives. Workers are shifting where they want to work — and how. For some, this is a personal choice. The pandemic and all of the anxieties, lockdowns and time at home have changed people. Some want to work remotely forever. Others want to spend more time with family. And others want a more flexible or more meaningful career path. It’s the “you only live once” mentality on steroids. Meanwhile, companies are beefing up automation and redoing entire supply chains and office setups."
Continue reading the article online. (Subscription maybe required)
Good Deeds: Technology Drives Change
Good Deeds: Technology Drives Change
By: William P. O'Donnell
Register of Deeds
Register of Deeds
Growing up my beloved Uncle Ray would say, "There is nothing as constant in life as change." We all have a beloved relative or parent or friend whose words of wisdom we often think of, act upon and repeat. Well for this article I found out the sentiments expressed by my uncle were that of an ancient Greek philosopher Heraclitus who has been quoted as saying, "The only constant in life is change."
There have been a number of modernization initiatives implemented at the Norfolk Registry of Deeds. What has driven those modernization initiatives? It has been technology and the advances in technology which has been the foundation for change at the Norfolk Registry of Deeds.
My grandparents were immigrants that came from Ireland. I think of my grandmother who came to this country at 17 years of age in 1923 and lived to be 106 years old and all the changes she witnessed in her lifetime. Some of that change was driven by technology- radio, television, color television and the space program that landed an astronaut on the moon in 1969. It got me to think of changes driven by technology that we take for granted in our day to day lives.
Did you know on September 21, 1983 Motorola made history when the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) approved the world's first commercial portable cell phone? Although the cell phone was approved in 1983 it took years of technology and technological improvements to get where we are today with cell phones and cell phone use. For you young readers you may not be aware of the "facsimile machine" which scanned printed textual and graphic material and then transmitted the information through the telephone network to similar machines where facsimiles were produced close to the form of the original document. The technology for "fax machines" was invented a long time ago. However, it was not until advances in technology and technological improvements took place that fax machines became popular with consumers and businesses in the 1980's.
Did you know on December 3, 1992 Neil Papworth a 22-year-old software programmer sent the first ever text message by typing, "Merry Christmas" on a computer and sending it to a cellphone of Vodafone director Richard Jarvis? Again it took technology and advances in technology to get to where we are today in using and relying upon text messages for communication.
The Norfolk Registry of Deeds is an arm of government that deals with the biggest asset most of us have- our homes. As the eleventh (11th) Norfolk Register of Deeds I take great pride in preserving these land records that were first recorded for the communities of Norfolk County dating back to 1793. The mission of recording land documents may be similar to the days of scriveners and quill pens at the Norfolk Registry of Deeds. However, the delivery of services in this technology centric world we live in today is so vastly different than the days when land records were delivered by horseback to Dedham where the Norfolk Registry of Deeds is located.
As I reflect on my tenure as Norfolk Register of Deeds the delivery of quality recording services to the Registry stakeholders and citizens of Norfolk County has vastly changed. The quality services provided by and through the Norfolk Registry of Deeds like so many other sectors in our society is driven by technology and advances in technology. There was no internet land record research at the Norfolk Registry of Deeds when I became Register of Deeds in 2002. Speaking of the internet, did you know January 1, 1983 is considered the official birthday of the internet which allowed various computer networks to communicate with each other? Now because of technology you can go to the Norfolk Registry of Deeds website at http://www.norfolkdeeds.org and search the county's land records. A lot of businesses and government entities like the Registry of Deeds did not have websites, something that is commonplace now. What happened? It was the technology. The advances in technology and improvements in technology continue at the Norfolk Registry of Deeds. The Registry's records in its internet library of over 15 million scanned images have been brought into homes and businesses because of technology. You can search and view land records from your computer including those records related to four Presidents of the United States born in Norfolk County.
The Norfolk Registry of Deeds undertook a transcription project which transcribed over 450,000 recorded land documents hand written between 1793 to 1900. David McCullough an American historian and author wrote, "I was fascinated and delighted to learn about the way the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds and the Xerox Corporation are transcribing the historical deeds into easy-to-read computer text, and I say this as one who has spent a great deal of my working life struggling to read original letters, and diaries, and other old documents… you are making an important contribution and I send my warmest congratulations." It was technology and advances in technology that made this historical and impactful undertaking come about.
I could go on and on about other modernization initiatives that have been implemented at the Norfolk Registry of Deeds. These initiatives were driven by technology. There is electronic recording which was how most of the 205,000 land documents recorded last fiscal year at the Norfolk Registry of Deeds were recorded. A closing can take place in a lawyer's office and the land documents to be recorded are transmitted for recording to the Norfolk Registry of Deeds. Technology and abuses of technology in the form of cybersecurity risks drives developing plans to deal with disaster recovery, business continuity and the protection of Registry data and operations. Because of cybersecurity intrusions and technological scams, the Norfolk Registry of Deeds makes available to consumers a "Consumer Notification Service." This Registry of Deeds service allows residents of Norfolk County to be notified if there is some type of document recorded at the Norfolk Registry of Deeds in that consumer's name. The "Consumer Notification Service" is a tool made available through technology to fight and be notified of fraudulent scams that could affect one's title to property. It is technology and advances in technology that allows these services and programs to be made available to the stakeholders of the Registry of Deeds and residents of Norfolk County.
Technology and advances in technology in our society and world will continue. Technology and the need to deal with technology as a way to deliver quality service by the Norfolk Registry of Deeds needs to continue. To those who may think otherwise I will harken back to my Uncle Ray's words, "There is nothing as constant in life as change."
To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, like us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds and Instagram.com/NorfolkDeeds.
The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds is located at 649 High Street in Dedham. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center via telephone at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org.
Good Deeds: Technology Drives Change
Trunks are needed for the Franklin Public Library Trunk or Treat - October 30
Trunks are needed for the Franklin Public Library Trunk or Treat on October 30 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
What is a Trunk or Treat? It's when families/organizations decorate their car trunks in creative ways, and then gather together for a safe, little-kid friendly afternoon of trick-or-treating in the daylight! We will close off the library parking lot for the event (don't worry, across the street will be open!) and we would love to have up to 15 parking spots available for trick-or-treating!
SIGN YOUR TRUNK UP TODAY! Families, businesses, and local community groups can sign up with Miss Caleigh to enter their decorated trunk as part of the event by emailing: ckeating@minlib.net.
To see other events happening at the library in September, please click here -> https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/september-2021-library-news-events
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| Trunks are needed for the Franklin Public Library Trunk or Treat - October 30 |
Boston Globe: "Depression is no joke. So why are comedians so good at talking about it?"
"There are certain types of weather that are better for depressives,” the comedian Aparna Nancherla says in a 2016 stand-up special. “I love it when it rains. It reminds me of why I got into the whole sad game, you know? . . . Whenever it’s pouring outside, as a sad person you can turn to any random optimist on the street and just be like ‘Hey! You’re in my world now.’”In January 2019, the comedian and TV writer Jaboukie Young-White tweeted, “How are people out here with no therapy not taking any prescribed or illicit drugs just raw dogging reality[?]” A few months later, he followed up with: “Yall ever drink an iced coffee so strong that for like 4 minutes you have hope[?]”
Continue reading the article online. (Subscription maybe required)
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| Marc Maron writes: "I am always walking around preparing for and reacting to the horrors of what my brain is making up."VALERIE MACON/AFP VIA GETTY IMAGES |
Sunday, September 5, 2021
Notable People from Franklin, MA: Bobby Santos III
"Bobby Santos III is a racer at heart.
Long before the third-generation driver out of Franklin, Mass., became the 2010 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour champion, Santos quite literally had motorsports in his blood thanks to his grandfather, Bob Santos, as well as his dad, Bob Santos Jr., who both were wheelmen in their own rights.
His grandfather, Bob Santos, was a modified racer across New England, while Santos Jr. raced in other classes at local tracks like Thompson Speedway, Seekonk Speedway and Stafford Motor Speedway.
By the time Santos III came into the picture, there was no doubt his future was likely going to be behind a steering wheel."
Continue reading the article online at NASCAR -> https://www.nascar.com/news-media/2021/09/03/santos-preps-for-whelen-modified-tour-trophy-hunting-starting-at-oswego/
Bobby Santos III has his own wikipedia page -> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bobby_Santos_III
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| Bobby Santos III will return to NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour action this weekend at Oswego Speedway driving for Tinio Motorsports. (Adam Glanzman/NASCAR) |
Indian Sari Showcase and a Bollywood dance group - Sep 12
Curious about Indian Saris? Did you know we're having an Indian Sari Showcase and a Bollywood dance group at the upcoming Franklin Cultural Festival?!30 of our lovely Indian community members have put together something fantastic for our Mainstage. Please be sure not to miss this one-of-a-kind performance at 1:30 on our Town Common!
Shared from the Cultural Council Facebook page ->
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| Indian Sari Showcase and a Bollywood dance group - Sep 12 |
Dale Kurtz - Serving Those Who Served
by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 09/05/2021
Since 2015 Dale Kurtz has been Franklin’s Veterans’ Service Officer. We at Franklin●TV worked with Dale to cover key veterans’ events and gatherings on Memorial Day, Veteran’s day and other occasions. Dale also interviewed veterans and discussed veteran related services on his program, “Veterans’ Call”.. As Dale faces retirement he sat with our Chris Flynn to discuss his role – and veterans.
Dale grew up in a coal town – Newcastle, PA. Through good grades and good football he was offered opportunities at several good schools, some ivy as well. He opted for military service and found his way to West Point in the late sixties to early seventies. He returned to service at Fort Hood, Texas, then moved on to White Sands, eventually retiring from service as captain.
We at Franklin●TV wish Dale all the best, and a special Thank You for your Service.
And – as always –
Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm.
And, thank you for watching
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| Dale Kurtz - Serving Those Who Served |
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/1NL8xVgg3fCOm_z5fGopeSxgheXF7Gm8I/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NL8xVgg3fCOm_z5fGopeSxgheXF7Gm8I/view?usp=sharing
Time running out for this order time for rain barrels
Order before midnight on Monday (Sept. 6th)!
The Great American Rain Barrel Company is offering Franklin residents discounted barrels for just $69. Residents may then apply for a $50 water conservation rebate from the DPW for a total cost of only $19 (rebates are limited to two per household)!
Order before midnight on Monday, September 6, 2021 and pick up at the DPW Admin Office (257 Fisher St, Franklin) on Wednesday, September 15 from 4-6 PM.
Click here for more information or to order: https://www.greatamericanrainbarrel.com/community/ (select MA, then Franklin for the specifics)
How to apply for a water conservation rebate:https://www.franklinma.gov/public-works/news/water-conservation-rebates-now-available
Shared from DPW's Facebook page -> https://www.facebook.com/931498886934582/posts/4471252746292494/
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| Help Save The Environment, Use A Rain Barrel. |
"united in their commitment to preserve and protect the natural water resources"
The MassDEP’s proposed changes to the Water Resources Management Program regulations (310 CMR 36.00) are promulgated under the Water Management Act (M.G.L. Ch. 21G), which regulates water withdrawals through registrations and permits to ensure an appropriate balance among competing water needs and the preservation of natural resources.
The proposed regulatory changes would add a new condition to registrations that would restrict nonessential outdoor water use during times of drought declared by the secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs. Nonessential outdoor water use includes lawn watering, filling swimming pools, washing cars by means of a hose, and washing down buildings, parking lots, driveways and sidewalks.
Continue reading the article online
Direct link to the MassDEP proposed changes
The permit process was part of the three part podcast series with the Franklin Water Dept. You can find and listen to all three episodes here:
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| three part podcast series with the Franklin Water Dept |
"UMass Global will undoubtedly be a national powerhouse in online education”
"THE UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS system will expand its online education footprint in an attempt to reach more adult learners after formally affiliating with a California-based university known for work on the digital front, officials announced Thursday.
School officials finalized a decision to transfer control of Brandman University, which currently serves 22,000 students as an independent part of the Chapman University System, from Chapman to UMass. Effective immediately, Brandman University is now known as “UMass Global,” which officials described as an independent, non-profit UMass affiliate.
The deal broadens online learning available under the UMass banner, and UMass Global will focus in particular on expanding talent pipelines and helping adult learners access new educational opportunities."
Continue reading the article online
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| "UMass Global will undoubtedly be a national powerhouse in online education” |
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