Among the varied activities to be found this weekend, the annual fund raiser for HMEA has changed location to the King St Memorial field for this year.
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Wednesday, June 8, 2022
The Countdown to incredABLE Day is On! #FranklinCANBeincredABLE Raffle tickets sales close out 6/08/22 at 5 PM
FHS boys lacrosse win to advance; Dumas takes 1st in individual heptathlon, girls team takes 1st
Via HockomockSports.com and Twitter, we share the results of the FHS spring sports playoff action on Tuesday:
Boys Lacrosse - Division 1 = #26 Framingham, 4 @ #7 Franklin, 15 – Final
End of the 1st... Franklin 6, Framingham 0
Davis: 2G, 1A
Consigli: 2G, 2A
Sacchetti: 1G
Hansen: 1G
Good looks from the Panthers in the 1st. https://twitter.com/FranklinHSLax/status/1534284038915121155
Halftime... Franklin 11, Framingham 1
Davis: 2G, 2A
Consigli: 3G, 4A
Sacchetti: 2G, 2A
Hansen: 2G
Stoddard: 1G
Alexander: 1G, 10-12 on faceoffs https://twitter.com/FranklinHSLax/status/1534289556161404930
End of the 3rd... Franklin 15, Framingham 2
Consigli: 6G, 4A
Davis: 3G, 2A
Sacchetti: 2G, 3A
O'brien: 1A
https://twitter.com/FranklinHSLax/status/1534296780350885890
FINAL - Franklin 15, Framingham 4
Next game against TBD, Westwood/North Andover https://twitter.com/FranklinHSLax/status/1534299893044486144
Outdoor Track
Sarah Dumas won the Heptathlon today!!! She scored 3879 points. The Franklin “A” Team won the team competition. On the team were Sarah Dumas, Kyra McSweeney and Cailyn Bruno. CONGRATULATIONS!!!! https://twitter.com/FHSSports/status/1534331841498554370
The full set of results for the heptathlon can be found online
What is a heptathlon? Seven track and fields events (100 metres hurdles, High jump, Shot put, 200 metres, Long jump, Javelin throw, and 800 metres) over two days of competition. For more about heptathlon (and decathlon) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heptathlon
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FHS Class Of 2022 Graduation (video highlights by Varun Desai)
Editor VAR (otherwise know as Varun Deasi) edited the Class of 2022 graduation ceremony to produce these highlights https://youtu.be/trHvelXdvts
Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/editorvar/status/1533804952631517185
Community Preservation Committee approves plan for first authorization of CPA funds
FM #813 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 813 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares the Community Preservation Committee meeting held in hybrid format on Tuesday, June 7, 2022.
- Chair/membership: C Feeley, D McNeill (remote), M Doyle, J Livingstone, P Malcolm, M Giardino, W Simarian, L Oxford [R Power, absent]
- Town Administration: J Hellen, A Alleyne, K Bertone
The meeting approved the minutes of the prior meeting via roll call vote (8-0-1; 8 for, 0 against, 1 absent).
With some discussion on the overall plan, the committee then voted on each of the resolutions which passed with the same 8-0-1 vote via roll call.
a. Resolution 22-36: FY23 CPA Reservations (Budget) $1,887,000
b. Resolution 22-37: FY23 CPC Appropriation of Capital Funds (Project Recommendations) - $905,000
c. Resolution 33-38: CPC Appropriation of Funds - Debt Service Maple Hill Land - $271,489
There may not be a need to meet until September or later. With the new fiscal year, and the rolling project form, someone could propose something at any time. Once they did, it would be scheduled for a meeting.
The recording runs about 26 minutes, so let’s listen to the Community Preservation Committee discussion on June 7, 2022.
Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-813-community-preservation-cmte-mtg-06-07-22
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Meeting agenda => https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/06-07-2022_cpc_packet.pdf
CPC Plan -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/2022_cpa_plan_v.2_3.pdf
My notes ->
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1koc2S9_y8Ksz_Q5M9K0A1zvTi4VGTAfg/view?usp=sharing
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| Community Preservation Committee approves plan for first authorization of CPA funds |
Competition for state legislative positions improves this time around
State election is shaping up to be competitive, more so this year than prior. According to the Commonwealth Magazine:
All 160 House districts and 40 Senate districts are up for grabs every two years. Among the pool of lawmakers seeking reelection, 92 representatives and 16 senators are the only candidates to qualify for the ballot in their respective districts, according to an analysis of preliminary data from Secretary of State William Galvin.Those legislators could still face write-in challenges, but given the sizable advantage incumbency offers, it appears nearly certain that 54 percent of the Legislature will cruise to another two years in office with minimal friction.
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Compared to two years ago, the current cycle is a bit more competitive for legislative elections. A total of 125 incumbent lawmakers were the only major-party candidates on the ballot in 2020, representing nearly two-thirds of the Legislature.
The article continues to highlight some of the key races, among them is one where Franklin is involved.
Republican Rep. Shawn Dooley of Norfolk is challenging Needham Democrat Sen. Becca Rausch for her seat in the upper chamber, which she flipped in 2018 — under the previous district lines — from Republican Sen. Richard Ross with 51 percent of the vote.
Read the full article online at Commonwealth Magazine
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How to Spot Misinformation Online - Self-directed course, free, start anytime
Attention seniors (but anyone who wants to know really!)
"This free short course from MediaWise for Seniors will teach you how to tell what’s true and false on the internet. By looking at examples of political, health, travel and climate misinformation, you will learn techniques for identifying false information and how to seek out trustworthy sources.Christiane Amanpour, Joan Lunden, Lester Holt, Hari Sreenivasan and Dave Jorgenson — MediaWise Ambassadors — will also pop in to share their advice as experienced journalists to help you navigate information on platforms like Google, Facebook and more."
You can register for a Poynter account, then register for the free course.
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| How to Spot Misinformation Online - Self-directed course, free, start anytime |
This is not the only course available via MediaWise for Seniors
Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Wednesday, June 8, 2022
- wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Wednesday
9:00 AM 12:00 Noon and 6:00 PM Franklin Matters Radio/FPS Voice – Steve Sherlock
Franklin and its local government, services and events (repeats Saturday at 9 AM)
- This slot features the combination of the Capital Budget Subcommittee meeting (May 25, 2022 ~20 mins) and the Board of Health Meeting (June 1, 2022 ~30 mins)
10:00 AM 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM The Wonderful World of Wine – Mark Lenzi, Kim Simone All about wine, its culture, lore and finer points
11:00 AM 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock
Franklin and its local government, services and events (repeats Saturday at 3 PM)
This hour features the 9th episode in the Making Sense of Climate series https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/05/making-sense-of-climate-9-with-ted.html
- Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 26) = WEDNESDAY
7:30 am It Takes A Village: Philip Hulbig
8:30 am ArtWeek: Ed Iannuccilli
10:00 am Lessons For Littles
11:30 am Whole Health Visions: Nancy Safran
12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Scones
12:30 pm Sandhya: Eclairs
1:00 pm Norfolk County Prevention Coalition: Healthy Communities
1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Margherita Pizza
2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Show 3
3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 9
3:30 pm Veterans' Call: Robert Pierson
6:00 pm Cooking Thyme: Fish
6:30 pm FHS: Graduation 2022
9:30 pm FHS: Senior Awards Night 2022
- Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 96, Verizon 28) = WEDNESDAY
7:00 am All-Town Showcase: Chorus and Orchestra
8:30 am Public School Concert: FHS Spring Jazz '22
10:00 am SAFE Coalition: Danny Lagarce
11:00 am FHS Boys Varsity Tennis: v Attleboro 06-10-21
1:00 pm FHS Girls Varsity Lacrosse: v Moses Brown 05-24-22
5:00 pm FHS Boys Varsity Lacrosse: v Bishop Feehan 05-20-22
7:30 pm Public School Event: Concert Hour Day 2
9:30 pm FHS Varsity Baseball: v Taunton 05-11-22
- Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 11, Verizon 29) = WEDNESDAY
8:00 am Town Council: 05-25-22
2:00 pm Town Council 05-26-22
5:30 pm Economic Development: LIVE, Chambers, 826 0006 7896
7:00 pm Town Council: LIVE, Chambers, 846 1580 5700
Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf
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| Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) |
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Get your Strawberry shortcake and enjoy your Stroll on Main St this Friday, June 10
The Franklin Downtown Partnership (FDP) is thrilled to be able to bring back its annual Strawberry Stroll this year, after a two-year break due to the pandemic. Enjoy a taste of summer with mouth-watering strawberry shortcakes while enjoying entertainment, fun activities, and more than 90 vendor booths at the annual Strawberry Stroll in downtown Franklin on Friday, June 10 from 4 PM to 8 PM. The rain date is Saturday, June 11 from 4 PM to 8 PM.
"We are excited to hold the first Strawberry Stroll since June of 2019, said Kevin Johnson of Edward Jones and this year’s Strawberry Stroll chair. “This is our opportunity to invite everyone to come together downtown and experience the local businesses. The mix of entertainers, vendors, and activities will make it a special evening for all ages."
Dean Bank’s staff will be serving the signature strawberry shortcakes under the tents in front of the bank. Strawberries donated and cut by Dean College will be piled on top of hundreds of shortcakes and topped with whipped cream. Proceeds from the sale of strawberry shortcakes are allocated to the FDP to help fund the event.
Plenty of entertainment will be available during the Strawberry Stroll. Dean Bank will host Dancing on Dean that will feature the band Scott Brown and the Diplomats from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the corner of Dean Avenue and Main Street. MyFM 101.3 will be broadcasting live from the top of Main Street. On the Birchwood Bakery patio, Dom DeBaggis will perform from 4 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. and from 6:15 p.m. to 8 p.m., Heath Nesbitt will perform.
A variety of activities will be offered that will appeal to young and old. The weekly Farmers’ Market which starts at 2 p.m. will continue until 6 p.m. on the common. Additionally, during the Stroll at 6 p.m., the FDP will unveil the Ladybug Cultural and Historical Trail which uses ladybug sculptures to tie approximately 25 historical and cultural sites together in downtown Franklin. Visitors can receive their Ladybug Cultural and Historical Trail maps at the FDP booth or by visiting the Franklin Historical Museum.
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| Strawberry Stroll on Main St, Franklin June 10 |
The Franklin Art Association (FAA) is having an exhibit during the Strawberry Stroll on June 10 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Rockland Trust Annex. The show is open to all members of the FAA and is being judged with ribbons awarded for first, second, third place and honorable mention recognition in four categories.
There will also be small works for sale in the show. The FAA will also have a booth on Main Street in front of the Rockland Trust Annex and it will feature a fundraising raffle of donated art and photography to raise funds for the support of FAA ongoing expenses. The tent and display panels and booth supplies were purchased with a grant from the Franklin Cultural Council and Franklin Cultural District.
“FDP’s Strawberry Stroll celebrates all that is downtown Franklin, showcasing businesses, restaurants, organizations, institutions, town government, and culture and the arts. Join the fun and ‘Stroll’ Main Street Franklin on June 10,” said Pandora Carlucci of PGC Associates LLC. Carlucci and Roberta Trahan are vendor relations coordinators for this year’s Strawberry Stroll.
The Strawberry Stroll Committee encourages people in attendance to visit the downtown businesses and restaurants, especially the six new shops: Birchwood Bakery and Kitchen, Briller Boutique, Escape Into Fiction, Greco Design Co., I Have Coins and Collectibles, and Zuzu’s Petals & Cafe.
The Strawberry Stroll is made possible by the support of local sponsors. The event’s Platinum Sponsors are Dean Bank and PhysicianOne Urgent Care. Gold sponsors are Dean College, Middlesex Savings Bank, and Mosquito Mary’s. Silver sponsors are Camford Property Group, Inc., and Fenton Financial Group. Bronze sponsors are Beaux Regards Photographic Art, Grove Street Auto Repair, Keefe Insurance, Mint Dental of Franklin and LeafFilter.
Entertainment is supported in part by grants from the Franklin Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
For more information about the Strawberry Stroll, please email fdpevent@gmail.com.
The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a non-profit 501©3 organization made up of more than 350 residents, business owners and community leaders working to revitalize downtown Franklin. The Partnership manages events like the Strawberry Stroll and Harvest Festival, and initiatives such as the Ladybug Cultural and Historical Trail, beautification, streetscape design, greenspace and sculpture projects. For more information go to www.franklindowntownpartnership.org.
Fletcher Field street hockey/basketball courts "officially" opened on Monday (photo essay)
Recreation Director Ryan Jette had waited almost two years to officially recognize the Boston Bruins Foundation for their contribution of $75,000 towards the renovation of the court. COVID-19 prevented the more timely opening when construction on the rink was completed in July 2020. The Town spent $200,000 for the renovation as part of their capital budget.
I live nearby and was able to capture photos on my walks to show the progress during 2020.
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| March 2020 construction begins removing old courts |
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| concrete base poured and ready in May 2020 |
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| basketball backboard/nets added, surface coated |
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| Bruins logo added to Franklin Recreation "center ice" circle |
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| completed look for street hockey & basketball |
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| Boston Bruin's mascot "Blades" made an appearance on Monday |
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| Ryan and Blades 'high-five' |
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| Town and Recreation stakeholders pose with Blades |
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| puck and plaque provided to Boston Bruins Foundation in recognition of their contribution |
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| the puck drops here! |
Additional photos of the construction progress and the event on Monday can be found in one album https://photos.app.goo.gl/oMHU47Pn68z2wiCYA
The posting with the announcement of the recognition event
Change the Mass Flag informational meeting scheduled for Jun 21 - 7 PM
Join us at a Change the Mass Flag informational meeting being led by David Detmold at 7 PM on June 21, 2022 at the Franklin Public Library.
Steve Derdiarian and I, both Franklin residents, will be joining David as we work toward adoption of a Resolution Supporting changes to the commonwealth of Massachusetts Flag, Seal, and Motto, by the Franklin Town Council.
We are currently preparing to present this Resolution in Support of Changing the MA Flag to Franklin Town Council by providing education about the history of the development of the current Flag, Seal, and Motto, and of the efforts to create a flag and seal that stands for peace, justice, equality, and inclusion. We are also acquiring Franklin resident signatures on a petition in support of the changes.
Below are websites that provide more background information:
Thank you,
Kathy Trefethen 781-789-9974
Stephen Derdiarian
Download a copy of the flyer for the event at the Library: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15Yn1C3OK4z-c4zhlVbEgMmKZJJJWvpVm/view?usp=sharing
Note: there is a Special Commission chartered at the state level to do this. they have a virtual hearing June 7th https://malegislature.gov/Commissions/Detail/565/Hearings
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