Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Monday, Aug 8, 2022

• wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Monday

9 AM 12 PM and 6 PM Talkin’ the Blues – Jim Derick & Todd Monjur
2 hours of awesome blues music, info, interviews

11 AM 2 PM and 8 PM A More Perfect Union – with Dr. Michael Walker-Jones,
Representative Jeff Roy and Dr. Natalia Linos

• Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 26) = MONDAY

8:00 am SAFE Coalition: Task Force

9:00 am 4th of July 2022: Mo Bounce

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Meatballs

12:30 pm Sandhya: Eclairs

1:00 pm Cooking Thyme: Apple Crisp

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Healthy Pizza Crusts

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Fall 2019 Show 7

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 1

3:30 pm Physician Focus: Alzheimer's

4:00 pm Metrowest Symposium: Festivals & Community Celebrations

5:30 pm Senior Connection: Danielle Hopkins

6:00 pm Veterans' Call: Monuments

7:00 pm Battleship Cove: 3D Print Lab

7:30 pm Frank Presents: Cathleen Liberty

8:30 pm Concerts on the Common: Matt Zajac

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 96, Verizon 28) = MONDAY

7:00 am Public School Concert: Lifelong Music Pt. 2 05-14-19

10:00 am Public School Concert: FHS Spring Jazz '22

12:00 pm Public School Concert: MICCA Showcase Pt. 1 03-14-18

2:00 pm SAFE Coalition: Task Force

3:00 pm Battleship Cove: 3D Print Lab

4:00 pm FHS Varsity Field Hockey: v Winchester 11-11-21

6:30 pm FHS Girls Varsity Soccer: v Reading High 11-06-21

8:30 pm Cultural District: Brent Selby

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 11, Verizon 29) = MONDAY

8:00 am Planning Board: 07-25-22

12:00 pm Economic Development: 07-20-22

2:00 pm Planning Board: 07-25-22

7:00 pm Planning Board: LIVE, Chambers, 886 0301 2765

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf  

Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm)

Economic Development Subcommittee Steering Committee - Agenda - Aug 10, 2022

Economic Development Subcommittee Steering Committee 

Meeting Agenda & Meeting Packet

August 10, 2022 - 6:00 PM

Meeting will be held at the Municipal Building

2nd floor, Council Chambers 355 East Central Street 

Agenda:

1. Discussion: “Franklin For All” MAPC Study Conclusion & Committee Recommendations

a. Staff Memo 

b. Franklin For All Executive Summary and Final Report  (96 pages - https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/franklin_for_all_executive_summary_summary_memos.pdf)

c. Franklin - DHCD Approved Housing Production Plan  (92 pages - https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/franklin_housing_production_plan_-_final_with_approval_ltr.pdf)

Agenda doc contains remote participation info ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/_2022-08-10_edc_agenda_.pdf

Economic Development Subcommittee Steering Committee - Agenda - Aug 10, 2022

Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) Announces 2022-23 Season

The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) is excited to announce its 2022-23 season of musicals and plays in their home venue THE BLACK BOX. The exciting lineup will include The Sound of Music, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime, The Wolves, Something Rotten, and Violet. Additionally, FPAC Holiday Productions will present holiday favorites The Nutcracker and ‘Tis the Season! at the Franklin High School Auditorium. Casts and creative teams will be announced soon.

FPAC will open its season with The Sound of Music October 14-23 at THE BLACK BOX. The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world's most beloved musical. Featuring a trove of cherished songs, including "Climb Ev'ry Mountain," "My Favorite Things," "Do Re Mi," "Sixteen Going on Seventeen," and the title number, The Sound of Music won the hearts of audiences worldwide, earning five Tony Awards and five Oscars. The inspirational story, based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trapp, follows an ebullient postulate who serves as governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain von Trapp, bringing music and joy to the household. But as the forces of Nazism take hold of Austria, Maria and the entire von Trapp family must make a moral decision. 

The season continues with the stage adaptation of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime running November 18-20 at THE BLACK BOX. 15-year-old Christopher has an extraordinary brain: He is exceptional at mathematics but ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched, and he distrusts strangers. Now, it is 7 minutes after midnight, and Christopher stands beside his neighbor’s dead dog, Wellington, who has been speared with a garden fork. Finding himself under suspicion, Christopher is determined to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington, and he carefully records each fact of the crime. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a thrilling journey that upturns his world.

FPAC Holiday Productions will mount their annual production of The Nutcracker December 3 and 4 featuring live orchestra, special guest artists, and more than 100 area dancers. The holiday magic will continue on December 17 and 18 with ‘Tis the Season!- an upbeat, jazzy extravaganza featuring members of the Kenny Hadley Big Band, with contemporary arrangements of holiday classics in musical styles ranging from R&B, gospel, and Motown, to rock, pop, and Broadway. FPAC Holiday Productions are presented at the Franklin High School Auditorium.

After the holidays, FPAC will present Sarah DeLappe’s wildly popular play The Wolves January 6-8 at THE BLACK BOX. A girls indoor soccer team warms up. From the safety of their suburban stretch circle, the team navigates big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors. A portrait of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for nine American girls who just want to score some goals.

The 2022-23 season will continue with the hilarious musical comedy Something Rotten! running March 11-19 at THE BLACK BOX.  Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play, but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as "The Bard." When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing, and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz. 

FPAC’s season will conclude June 9-11 with the musical Violet. As a girl, Violet was struck by a wayward axe blade when her father was chopping wood, leaving her with a visible scar across her face. With enough money finally saved, she's traveling across the Deep South in 1964 towards a miracle – the healing touch of a TV evangelist who will make her beautiful. Although she may not succeed in having the scar on her face healed, Violet is able to repair those scars that are lying deeper than her skin. On the way, she meets a young soldier whose love for her reaches far past her physical "imperfections."

FPAC is an Actors’ Equity Small Professional Theater company based at THE BLACK BOX in downtown Franklin. Each season, FPAC produces musicals, plays, ballets, and more featuring Broadway stars, professional actors, local artists, and students of the arts. Tickets for the 2022-23 season will be on sale soon. Follow Franklin Performing Arts Company and THE BLACK BOX on Facebook and Instagram for updates on programming. 

Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) Announces 2022-23 Season

Nan’s Back! Senior Connections

by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 08/07/2022

Nan’s back! (Yess!) And we’re thrilled. If there was ever anyone who is a natural, it’s Nan. Every program she produced and hosted from 2017 on was a most enjoyable, always informative, and perfectly natural conversation. Then – COVID. (Noooo…!)

Upper left: Nan Rafter and Senior Center Director Danielle Hopkins in our studio. and other area Senior Ctr Directors via Zoom

After that hated hiatus – she’s back. Nan’s first ‘Connections’ conversation was with historian Joe Landry 5 years ago.

Nan & Joe Landry 5 years ago

Now we (and she) intend to make up for lost time. Now, as then, she’s already hit the ground running – and Zooming. When we discussed possible program ideas, I noted that our studio was now Zoom capable. Perhaps we could arrange some interviews with neighboring Senior Center Directors?

I don’t remember if I got to finish my thought when, “Yess! That’s an excellent idea.” That’s Nan. Watching Nan on Franklin●TV?

That too is an excellent idea. (Yess!) 

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 

Free school meals extended through the 2022-2023 school year!

@MassGov

has extended free school meals through the 22-23 school year! This means that meals will continue to be served at NO COST to ALL STUDENTS. Household applications for free/reduced meals are still important to fill out & will be available in the coming weeks.

Free school meals extended through the 2022-2023 school year!

Shared from FPS Twitter ->   https://twitter.com/FranklinPSNews/status/1554836497123065858

Reminder: 2022 Wiffleball Tournament - Random Smile Project - Aug 13

 Join us for a fun day of wiffleball! All proceeds go to The Random Smile Project.

Register at  https://www.randomsmile.org/wiffle/

When: SATURDAY, AUGUST 13, 2022 AT 8 AM – 2 PM

Where: Fletcher Field

2022 Wiffleball Tournament - Random Smile Project - Aug 13

"Our Registration site is currently down. We are hoping to have it back up and running today. Questions regarding sponsorship can be sent to: rspwiffle@gmail.com Please stay tune! We’ll update shortly. We apologize for the inconvenience."

Updated 8/06/22  via Twitter -> https://twitter.com/RandomSmileProj/status/1555886471671910400

Reminder: 2022 Wiffleball Tournament - Random Smile Project - Aug 13

Democratic Candidate for State Auditor Chris Dempsey announces endorsement from State Representative Jeffrey N. Roy

Democratic Candidate for State Auditor Chris Dempsey announces endorsement from key Beacon Hill leader, Representative Jeffrey N. Roy, representing Franklin and Medway.

“I couldn't be more grateful to be endorsed by Representative Roy. He is an incredible leader on Beacon Hill and someone I consider a true friend. It was under his leadership of the Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy that the State Legislature passed the Roadmap 2050 legislation, which is one of the most important pieces of climate change legislation the state has ever enacted. Rep.

Roy is a true climate champion and I am honored to have earned his support,” said Chris Dempsey, Candidate for State Auditor.

"I am honored to endorse Chris Dempsey to be our next State Auditor. His work leading No Boston Olympics shows he has what it takes to stand up for taxpayers and keep our government honest. Chris knows that the Auditors office is about transparency and accuracy and he has demonstrated throughout his campaign that he holds those values in high regard. I am also delighted that he will be a State auditor who cares about climate change and is going to make a difference. Chris has the background, experience, and vision to be a great State Auditor, and I am proud to support him," said Representative Jeffrey N. Roy

Chris Dempsey has spent his career working to reform Massachusetts state government and to protect the public interest. He served as Assistant Secretary of Transportation for Governor Deval Patrick. He has worked outside of state government as Co-Founder of the grassroots No Boston Olympics and as Director of the non-profit Transportation for Massachusetts. Chris will be an Auditor who can ensure an efficient, effective, and equitable state government for all residents of the Commonwealth. 

Dempsey secured the Massachusetts Democratic Party endorsement on the back of a grassroots campaign. With more than 2,000 individual donors, Chris has clearly demonstrated that he is focused on the people of Massachusetts, not corporations or special interest groups. Along with the Massachusetts Democratic Party endorsement, Chris Dempsey has secured endorsements from Auditor Suzanne Bump, Progressive Massachuestts, the Environmental League of Massachusetts, JP Progressives, Our Revolution Massachusetts, and Progressive Democrats of Massachusetts.

Democratic Candidate for State Auditor Chris Dempsey announces endorsement from State Representative Jeffrey N. Roy

Reminder: Would you like to paint a Town of Franklin fire hydrant? Registration due Aug 12, 2022

Fire Hydrant Painting Event Rules

The design should be appropriate for a public space and should not be political in nature, or be offensive in any way.

Potential design themes include:

• Designs inspired by the Historic Places, People and Events in Franklin
• Designs with a whimsical or humorous twist that will make viewers smile
• Context-sensitive designs that would uniquely connect a particular fire hydrant with its immediate surroundings
• Colorful, abstract designs

The public and private space immediately around the fire hydrant should be kept clean and neat when not directly working on the fire hydrant. Please respect the property.

Registration is open until Aug. 12, 2022. Proposed designs must be submitted for approval during this period, along with a completed application. Applicants will be notified by Aug. 19, 2022.

Painting of fire hydrants can begin upon notification of your assigned hydrant and must be completed by Sept. 30, 2022.

Paint only on the assigned fire hydrant. The caps must be able to open after the paint dries. You must provide your own exterior paint or sealant. Nothing can be attached to the fire hydrant.

If words are included in your design, all words must be approved as a part of the design.

You may use stencils, air brush with masking tape, or freehand your design.

You must apply the design submitted in this application. If you desire to make changes, you must seek approval from the Town of Franklin prior to changing your design.

If rules are not followed your hydrant will be painted over.

Judging will take place between Oct. 3 and Oct. 7, 2022. Winners will be announced at the DPW Touch a Truck event on Oct. 15, 2022 for most whimsical, most patriotic, most creative, and judges’ choice.

Any questions should be addressed to: Doug Martin, Town of Franklin Water & Sewer Superintendent at 508-553-5500 or domartin@franklinma.gov.

Town of Franklin will be basing their decision to approve applications for painting based on creativity, originality, imagination, and appropriateness. All decisions on applications are final. 

By participating in the Fire Hydrant Design Event you acknowledge that the Town of Franklin and its affiliates are not responsible in any way for any injury or property damage directly or indirectly associated with this event.

By signing you acknowledge that participants are aware of all rules, guidelines and criteria associated with this event

For more information including event rules, application and frequently asked questions, please visit:   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/pages/town_of_franklin_2022_fire_hydrant_painting_event_0.pdf

Would you like to paint a Town of Franklin fire hydrant? 

sign up for the Environment MA release of "Renewable Communities 2022" webinar on Aug 10

Via Environment MA (https://twitter.com/EnvironmentMA) 

"Across Massachusetts, cities and towns are leading the way to a future powered by clean energy. Our new report shows how.

Join us for the release of Renewable Communities 2022 next Wednesday at 11 AM:"

Register for this event -> https://environmentmassachusetts.webaction.org/p/salsa/event/common/public/?event_KEY=1353

sign up for the Environment MA release of "Renewable Communities 2022" webinar on Aug 10

Order your Rain Barrel before September 5, pick it up September 14

Reduce your water bill by utilizing a rain barrel to collect rainwater. When it rains you SAVE!

The Fall Residential Rain Barrel Program is currently open to residents - residents can order directly from The Great American Rain Barrel Company. 

The deadline to order is September 5 and pick up will be at the DPW on September 14 from 4-6 PM.

Order your rain barrel today!

Learn more about rain barrels here => https://www.franklinma.gov/stormwater-division/pages/rain-barrels

Note: while it has not yet determined how much of a credit, a rain barrel is an example of a credit against the future storm water fee. The storm water fee is expected to be implemented for July 2023.

Order your Rain Barrel before September 5, pick it up September 14

Franklin, MA: School Committee Meeting - Aug 9, 2022

Franklin School Committee 

Municipal Building – Council Chambers 

August 9, 2022 - 7:00 PM

Call to Order Ms. Spencer

Pledge of Allegiance 

Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business

A. Review of Agenda

B. Payment of Bills Ms. Spencer

C. Payroll Ms. Stokes

D. FHS Student Representative Comments

E. Superintendent’s Report

 

II. Guests/Presentations

A. Summer Curriculum Projects and Summer Learning Review – Dr. Rogers, Ms. Marano, & Ms. Gay

III. Discussion/Action Items

A. None

IV. Discussion Only Items

A. 2020-21 Annual Report

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/fy22_annual_report.pdf

V. Information Matters

A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports

B. School Committee Liaison Reports

VI. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes

I recommend approval of the minutes from the July 19, 2022 School Committee Meeting as detailed.

B. Transfers

I recommend approval of the budget transfers as detailed.

C. Keller Gift

I recommend acceptance of a check for $10,000.00 from the Keller PCC for in-house enrichment and supplemental supplies as detailed.

VII. Citizen’s Comments

VIII. New Business

To discuss any future agenda items

IX. Adjournment

Agenda doc with remote connection info ->

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_8-9-22.pdf

Meeting packet folder with doc released/reviewed in meeting (some posted after meeting)

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/august-9-2022-school-committee-meeting-packet

Franklin, MA: School Committee Meeting - Aug 9, 2022

Why you need to call Governor Baker! Making Sense of Climate with State Rep Jeff Roy (audio)

FM #835 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 835 in the series.

This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Ted McIntyre, Franklin resident and climate activist. We recorded this via the Zoom conference bridge Thursday, August 4, 2022.  

We talked with our special guest, MA State Representative Jeff Roy. Jeff represents Franklin and Medway and chairs the Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy which marshaled the recent climate legislation through the MA House & Senate, the Conference Committee, back through both the MA House & Senate and sits on Governor Baker’s desk.

This discussion continues our journey understanding the MA roadmap toward net zero and while it helps me “make sense of climate”, we hope it helps with your understanding as well. 

If you have climate questions or Franklin specific climate questions, send them in and we’ll try to answer them in a future session.  

The conversation runs about 50 minutes. Let’s listen to my conversation with Ted and State Rep Jeff Roy. Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-835-making-sense-of-climate-14-08-04-22

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The climate legislation discussed as amended and returned to the Governor for action https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/07/massachusetts-legislature-passes-major.html

State Rep Jeff Roy’s remarks on the MA House of Representatives floor in favor of the legislation and quoting Governor Baker on compromise (from the Governor’s recent book).

https://youtu.be/PB-CRp7ooCg

Governor Baker’s book -> https://www.amazon.com/Results-Getting-Beyond-Politics-Important/dp/1647821800

See the page that collects the “Making Sense of Climate” episodes -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/02/making-sense-of-climate-collection.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!

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MA State Representative Jeff Roy

Local Town Pages - Franklin: "FHS Nine Learned Valuable Life Lessons in Tourney"

"Losing in a state tourney final game is never easy and to lose in a baseball playoff final by a 2-1 score can be emotional and painful. 

The late Vince Lombardi, who coached the Green Bay Packers to triumphs in the first two Super Bowls, not only put a high priority on winning, but he went so far to say: “Winning isn’t everything, it’s the only thing.’’ At the professional level, that’s a very acceptable quote. 

Zach Brown, Franklin High’s baseball coach for the last eight years, regards winning as important, but he puts his team’s 2-1 loss to Taunton in the state final last month in perspective — a real life perspective.

“It’s not always about winning trophies that collect dust,’’ Brown emphasized. “It’s about building relationships, enjoying the camaraderie of the locker room and embracing the journey that, win or lose, ends with emotions.’’

Continue reading the article in the monthly paper delivered to households (page 23) or online  https://www.franklintownnews.com/2022/07/28/407055/fhs-nine-learned-valuable-life-lessons-in-tourney

Local Town Pages - Franklin: "FHS Nine Learned Valuable Life Lessons in Tourney"

"roughly 100 U.S. colleges and universities have installed geothermal systems on their campuses"

"Often described as a giant tower of Jenga blocks, Boston University’s Center for Computing and Data Sciences shows no outward signs of leading the race to sustainable energy design. No rooftop wind turbines grace its heights; no solar panels are mounted on the multiple roof decks jutting out from the building’s core.

What makes this building unique lies deep underground, where water circulating through 31 geothermal boreholes will supply 90 percent of its heating and cooling needs when the building opens, as scheduled for later this year. Through a process called geothermal heat exchange, water pumped from 1,500 feet underground will draw upon the near-constant temperature that prevails beneath the earth’s surface – 50 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit year-round. 

Even on the coldest New England days, water prewarmed by the earth will be circulated through heat pumps that will further raise its temperature to deliver heat where needed. On warmer days or in heavily occupied spaces where heat builds up even in winter, the heat exchangers will draw on the earth’s cooler temperature to provide air conditioning."

Continue reading about geothermal systems online

https://yaleclimateconnections.org/2022/08/geothermal-heating-and-cooling-renewable-energys-hidden-gem/ 

In the summer, heat is extracted from the home, and is discharged into the earth. In the winter, the process is reversed. (Source: Solar Review)

MBTA: Upcoming service changes that might affect your travel

This weekend and next week, the following lines will have service changes:

View this email in your browser  Riders are no longer required to wear a mask while on the T, except for on The RIDE. The MBTA continues to follow CDC guidelines in encouraging people to wear face masks on public transit.  For the latest information about COVID-19 safety precautions, riders should check mbta.com/coronavirus. This weekend and next week, the following lines will have service changes: Red Line — Weekdays Orange Line — Weekdays, and weekends Green Line — all day, every day Commuter Rail — Weekends, weekdays, and ongoing Subway Red Line JFK/UMASS – Braintree August 8 – 11 8:45 PM until end of service  Shuttles will run between JFK/UMASS – Braintree from 8:45 PM to end of service for trackwork. Learn more about Red Line transformation projects See all Red Line service changes Green Line Heath St – Copley August 6 – 21, all day every day E Branch service will be suspended between Copley and Heath St from August 6 – 21 for track and infrastructure upgrades. Customers can use Route 39 bus service as an alternate.    Learn more about Green Line infrastructure upgrades See all Green Line service changes Government Center – Union Square August 22 – September 18, all day every day Green Line service will be suspended from Monday, August 22 through Sunday, September 18. This suspension will help facilitate the opening of the Medford Branch and to allow crews to perform final-phase construction work. Shuttles will replace Green Line service between Government Center and Union Square.  Learn more about Green Line transformation projects Orange Line Oak Grove – Forest Hills August 19 – September 18, all day every day Orange Line service will be suspended from Friday, August 19 at 9 PM through Sunday, September 18. This suspension will allow for upgrades and improvements of track and signal systems along the line.   Commuter Rail service alternative: Riders commuting to downtown are encouraged to use the Commuter Rail. Zone 1A, 1, and 2 fares can be paid simply by showing a CharlieCard or CharlieTicket on ALL Commuter Rail lines. During these 30 days, most passing south-side Needham and Providence Line Commuter Rail trains will stop at Forest Hills, Ruggles, Back Bay, and South Station. On the north-side, Haverhill Line Commuter Rail trains will stop at Oak Grove, Malden Center, and North Station. Riders can use other existing MBTA bus and subway services to complete their trips, along with free accessible shuttle buses servicing the Orange Line. MBTA travel alternatives: Green Line E Branch Silver Line 4 Free shuttle buses between Oak Grove and Haymarket, and then to Government Center Free shuttle buses between Forest Hills and Back Bay, and then to Copley Route 39 bus, servicing Forest Hills – Back Bay Station CT2 bus, servicing Sullivan Square – Ruggles Station  Orange Line travel alternatives Learn more about Building a Better T in 2022   Commuter Rail Fitchburg Line August 6 – 7, all weekend On the weekend of August 6 – 7, Fitchburg Line Train 1411/2411 (originally 5:50 PM from North Station) will depart North Station at 6:35 PM and operate 45 minutes behind the advertised spring/summer schedule. This service change will allow for work on the North Station Signal Improvement Project. Learn more about the North Station Signal Improvement Project See all Commuter Rail service changes Newburyport/Rockport August 5 – 7, Friday, and all weekend On weekends July 30 – August 28 as well as weekdays August 4 – 5 and August 15 – 19, buses will replace service between Beverly and North Station to allow for work on the signal improvement project. Buses will operate to/from North Station. Learn more about the North Station Signal Improvement Project See all Commuter Rail service changes