FHS golf, field hockey, girls soccer, and volleyball teams all posted wins on Tuesday

HockomockSports.com posted the results of Hockomock League competition on Tuesday, October 11, 2022. We share the FHS results here and provide the link to the full set below.

Girls Soccer = Franklin, 2 @ Newton South, 0 – Final 

– Franklin scored once in each half to earn a massive road win against a fellow Div. 1 title contender. Olivia Costa opened the scoring in the first half, finishing a feed from Tori Carmignani. Kelly O’Connor scored from a Katie Ewald corner in the second half to secure the points in a hard-fought, physical matchup. Rachel Welch made eight saves for Franklin. Newton South came into Tuesday’s game as the third-ranked team in D1.

Great 2-0 Win against a strong Newton South team‼️G2 goes to Bridget for great control of the game. Not done yet!! Two more games this week against two strong teams. 

https://twitter.com/fhsgvsoccer/status/1579974110847041537

Field Hockey = Franklin, 13 @ Stoughton, 0 – Final 

– Franklin’s Kaitlyn Carney recorded a hat trick and both Shaw Downing and Haley Wernig scored a pair of goals in a big win on the road.

Good TEAM win today vs Stoughton… Scoring: Kaitlyn trick, Haley 2G 1A, Shaw 2G, Sophia 1G 2A, Sydney 1G, Brooke 1G 1A, Kaeley 1G 1A, Emily 1G 1A,Ella A 1G, Lindsay 1A.. Devon, Megan, Chloe combined for the Shut Out! 

https://twitter.com/FHS_FH_02038/status/1580010024302432256

Volleyball = Franklin, 3 @ Stoughton, 0 – Final

Nice job by JV and Varsity getting the W over Stoughton

https://twitter.com/Franklin_VBall/status/1579994573287624704

Boys Cross Country = Franklin @ North Attleboro, 3:45

Girls Cross Country = Franklin, 18 @ North Attleboro, 45 – Final 

– Franklin’s Alex Batla and Fiona Morrison took the top two spots and rounded out its scoring with five of the top six runners to clinch the Kelley-Rex division title. Batla won in 20:45 with Morrison crossing at 20:46. Vivienne Loukota, Katie Sweeney, and Carli Walbert took fourth, fifth, and sixth overall, respectively, to give the Panthers the win.

Congrats to the Girls XC Team who beat NA 18-45. They finished the Season 5-0 and captured the Kelley-Rex Title. A Batla won the race closely followed by F Morrison. Franklin’s other scorers included V Loukota, K Sweeney and C Walbert. J Bond won the JV Race.

https://twitter.com/FranklinHSXC/status/1580135905062682625

Golf = Taunton, 175 @ Franklin, 150 – Final 

– Franklin won its final division match of the season to finish tied in first, clinching a share of the Kelley-Rex division crown along with King Philip. Jack Hagerty had a pair of birdies and finished with a medalist round of 36 to lead the Panthers. Matt Cacciapaglia (two birdies), Brendan Collins (one birdie), and CJ Steel (one birdie) each came in with a 38 for Franklin. Logan Letourneau led the way for Taunton with a 41.

Panthers close regular season with win against Taunton to capture share of the Kelly Rex title. Jack Hagerty shot a 36 while senior Matt Cacciapaglia carded with a 38 along with CJ Steel & Brendan Collins. Franklin finishes 12-3 and now advances to State Sectionals next Monday.

https://twitter.com/FHSGolfTeam/status/1579966940072017920

For other results around the Hockomock League

https://hockomocksports.com/tuesdays-schedule-scoreboard-10-11-22/

FHS Panthers

Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting Oct 11, 2022 video available for replay/review (video)

The Franklin.TV video of the Franklin School Committee meeting Oct 11, 2022 is available for your viewing pleasure. https://youtu.be/Aj7BugMBAQg

Meeting agenda doc 

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_10-11-22.pdf

Meeting packet folder

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/october-11-2022-school-committee-meeting-packet

My notes captured via Twitter and compiled into one PDF doc ->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DF-bRWLpEwNeNeWGFvngIjQYWtSnn8Ov/view?usp=sharing

Senator Rausch with MASC's Legislator of the Year Award

FPAC to present The Sound of Music Starring Broadway’s Sara Jean Ford

The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) will present The Sound of Music at THE BLACK BOX in Franklin, MA October 14-23.

Broadway’s Sara Jean Ford stars as Maria Rainer. Ford is best known for starring as Chris􏰀tine Daaé on Broadway and in the National Tour of the world- wide sensation The Phantom of the Opera. Also on Broadway she’s been seen in CATS (Jellylorum), How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (Smi􏰁tty), A Li􏰁ttle Night Music (Mrs Anderssen, Anne/Petra cover), and Finian's Rainbow (Arlene, Sharon cover). Off-Broadway she starred in The Fantas􏰀ticks (Luisa, Revival Cast Recording) and appeared in Broadway in Chicago’s WICKED (Glinda/Nessa Rose cover). Ford has previously brought her solo show to THE BLACK BOX and has headlined the FPAC Gala and Broadway Weekend. She is on the Broadway Faculty for Voice and Acting at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts. 

Sara Jean Ford

Ford stars opposite FPAC favorite Nick Paone as Captain von Trapp. The cast also features Tyrick Wiltez Jones (Broadway’s Hairspray, Finian’s Rainbow) as Max, NYC’s Jillian Paige as Elsa, and opera singer Shauna Martin as Mother Abbess. 

FPAC’s production is directed by Artistic Director Raye Lynn Mercer and features music direction by Hallie Wetzell and choreography by Christopher Rice-Thomson (Broadway’s Book of Mormon, Pretty Woman, Hamilton on tour). 

The von Trapp family will be played by FPAC Apprentices Tatiana McAlpine (Liesl), Mason Sanford (Friedrich), Finley Doherty (Louisa), Julian DiChiara (Kurt), Aida DiChiara (Brigitta), Colette Lelievre (Marta), and Catherine Cornwell (Gretl) with John Fitzhenry as Rolf Gruber. 

The von Trapp family

The cast also includes Lizzy Stant, Tzintli Cerda, Kellie Stamp, Casey Harkness Andrade, Tim Ayres-Kerr, Mike Baratta, Melissa Baratta, Greg Dutton, Jason Frigon, Kim Frigon, Audrey Miningham, Lindsay Tomas, Michele Webster, Hailey Hulbig, Addie Abstoss, Elena Baker, Katie Bird, Hannah Connors, Helena Cornwell, Amelia Dahlheimer, Ameline Eastman, Baree Frigon, Macie Hoben, Anna Linde, Kate Settle, Angelina Willey, Devin Curley, Devin DeAngelis, Emmett Eastman, Matthew Packard, and Maggie Friedman.

The Sound of Music runs 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 postulant 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 Franklin Performing Arts Company at THE BLACK BOX is a professional Equity theater producing musicals, plays, and more, featuring Broadway stars, professional and regional performers, and emerging artists. 

For tickets and more information, visit THEBLACKBOXonline.com or call the box office at 508-528-3370

Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Wednesday, Oct 12, 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 my conversation with State Senator Becca Rausch on her accomplishments, goals and campaign   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/10/senator-becca-rausch-and-i-had-wide.html

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 with State Representative Jeff Roy. He shares his thoughts on lifelong learning, meaningful challenges, information transparency, and more https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/10/state-representative-jeff-roy-shares.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 Care For Ukraine

10:00 am Franklin Art Association: Dave Kaphammer

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Candy Apples

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: French Toast

12:30 pm Sandya: Crepes

1:00 pm Norfolk County Prevention Coalition: Fire Safety

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Meat-Lovers Pt. 1

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Fall 2019 show 4

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 6

3:30 pm Veterans' Call: PACT Act

4:00 pm Celebrate With Pride: Pt. 1

6:30 pm 4th of July 2022: Michael Rivelis

9:30 pm Concerts on the Common: Ken DoRosario

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

7:00 am Public School Event: Annie Sullivan Winter Music 2021

8:30 am Cultural District: Brent Selby

10:00 am SAFE Coalition: Overdose Awareness

11:00 am Public School Event: FHS Winter Music 2019

1:00 pm FHS Girls Varsity Soccer: v Mansfield 10-03-22

3:00 pm ArtWeek: Games

3:30 pm U. S. Army: Jazz Ambassadors 04-01-19

8:00 pm FHS Varsity Field Hockey: v Concord-Carlisle 10-06-22

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

8:00 am Town Council: 10-05-22

12:30 pm Finance Committee: 09-28-22

2:00 pm Town Council: 10-05-22

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)

Howl-o-ween dog costume contest at Dog Park, Oct 16

The Furry Friends of Franklin has scheduled the second annual dog Halloween costume contest for Sunday, October 16, at the Dacey Filed dog park from 10:00 AM to Noon.

Howl-o-ween dog costume contest at Dog Park, Oct 16

Download a copy of the flyer -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rnKJ2QXKOvmjr-r1vrr1iV4NCVIzesZ-/view?usp=sharing

Town of Franklin: Early Voting Schedule for Nov 8, 2022 Election

Early voting for the Town of Franklin voters will be held in the Municipal Building at 355 East Central St. There Will Be NO Early In Person Voting At Franklin High School

• Saturday, October 22 - Early Voting in person 9:00 am until 3:00 pm

• Monday, October 24 - Early Voting in person between 8:00 am until 4:00 pm

• Tuesday, October 25 - Early Voting in person between 8:00 am until 4:00 pm

• Wednesday, October 26 - Early Voting in person between 8:00 am until 6:00 pm

• Thursday, October 27 - Early Voting in person between 8:00 am until 4:00 pm

• Friday, October 28 - Early Voting in person between 8:00 am until 1:00 pm

• Saturday, October 29 - Last Day to Register to Vote and Early Voting in person 9:00 am until 5:00 pm

• Monday, October 31 - Early Voting in person between 8:00 am until 4:00 pm

• Tuesday, November 1 - Early Voting in person between 8:00 am until 4:00 pm

• Wednesday, November 2 - Early Voting in person between 8:00 am until 6:00 pm

• Thursday, November 3 - Early Voting in person between 8:00 am until 4:00 pm

• Friday, November 4 - Early Voting in person between 8:00 am until 1:00 pm

More information on the election can be found on the Town Clerk's page

https://www.franklinma.gov/town-clerk

Town of Franklin: Early Voting Schedule for Nov 8, 2022 Election

Yard Sale & Jewelry Sale - Oct 15 - 9 AM to 1 PM

Franklin Federated Church will hold a Yard Sale & Jewelry Sale on Saturday, October 15 from 9 AM to 1 PM at the Church on Main St. 

The sale will happen rain or shine.

Yard Sale & Jewelry Sale - Oct 15 - 9 AM to 1 PM

FHS boys soccer tops Xaverian 3-0 on Monday

HockomockSports.com posted the results of Hockomock League competition on Monday, October 10, 2022. We share the FHS results here and provide the link to the full set below.

Boys Soccer = Franklin, 3 vs. Xaverian, 0 – Final 

– After a scoreless 40 minutes, Franklin dominated the second half to the tune of three goals and earned a season sweep of the Hawks. Andrew O’Neill opened the scoring less than three minutes into the second half off of a feed from Trey Lovell, and then just three minutes later Noah Cain doubled the lead on an unassisted strike. With just over 10 minutes to play, sophomore Garrett Scagliarini set up classmate Vignan Kamarthi to make it 3-0.

For other results around the Hockomock League

https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-10-10-22/

FHS Panthers

A Presentation of Norwood’s Notable Land Records

On Thursday evening, October 27, 2022, at Norwood’s Morrill Memorial Library, there will be a presentation by Norfolk Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell entitled “Norwood Notable Land Records: People, Places & Properties”. The program is a follow-up to a celebration held in June at the Norwood Town Hall commemorating Norwood’s 150th anniversary.

The “Norwood Notable Land Records: People, Places and Properties” storyboards will again be on display, highlighting Norwood’s rich history, its illustrious stories and the wonderful people that have made and make Norwood such a vibrant community. Documents recorded at the Norfolk Registry of Deeds connected to Norwood’s rich history and the notable stories and people behind them are the basis of a free booklet that will be available to those attending the event.

Norfolk Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell who is helping to organize the event explained, “The booklet tells a piece of the story of Norwood from its earliest days to the present. What has made Norwood such a great community are its people. The individuals highlighted in those records represent a cross-section of the community. Norwood is a special place and should be celebrated. I’m happy to be a part of it.”

Register O’Donnell and the Norwood 150th Steering Committee hopes you can join them for the presentation on Thursday, October 27 from6:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the Simoni Room at Morrill Memorial Library. This event is free but registration is required. To reserve your seat, go to https://www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/ or call the library reference desk at 781 769-0200 x 2. 

L-R: Norwood Selectman Helen Donahue, Ollie Abdallah first women elected to Norwood office, "John Adams", Norfolk Registrar William O'Donnell

EPA Brownfields Cleanup Grant Application Nu Style Jewelry Factory - Oct 24 - 6 PM (remote only meeting)

The Town of Franklin is applying for an EPA Brownfields Cleanup Grant Application for the Nu Style Jewelry Factory Site, at 21 Grove Street, Assessor Map 276 Lot 22 in Franklin, Massachusetts. 

A public meeting to discuss the Cleanup Grant Application and to receive comments will be held on October 24, 2022 at 6:00PM remotely. 

Access to the zoom meeting is https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8794211 or call on your phone at 312-626-6799, meeting #87942694211. 

The Draft Cleanup Grant Application includes an Analysis of Brownfields Cleanup Alternatives may be reviewed in the Department of Planning & Community Development during regular office hours. 

Please contact the Department of Planning & Community Development at (508) 520-4907 if you require further information or if you need to make arrangements to provide translation services for the hearing impaired, or for persons with language barriers.

Shared from Town of Franklin ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/epa_grant_public_hearing_notice.pdf

Franklin Municipal Building, 355 East Central St

Ribbon Cutting for New United Regional Chamber of Commerce Member Attleboro Dental Group

Friday, Sep 29, 2022, we cut the ribbon at new United Regional Chamber of Commerce member Attleboro Dental Group, 1174 South Washington Street, Suite 400, North Attleboro (across from the Emerald Square Mall in the 7 Mile Shops).

 

Dr. William Herr and Dr. Andrew Luccio welcomed the group and State Representative Adam Scanlon presented a citation from the Massachusetts House of Representatives from himself and Senator Paul Feeney. Feeney’s Chief of Staff Keith Drucker represented the senator at the event.

Attleboro Dental Group is open for all dental care procedures and emergency needs. Protecting the health and safety of their patients, families, and team members is their number one priority. Their office in the 7 Mile Shops is this practice's second location, the first being Capron Park Dental, which is across the street from the park. Patients are able to go to either location which opens up more available hours for treatment.

 

At Attleboro Dental Group, their goal is to provide superior dental care for patients in Attleboro as well as the surrounding towns of Mansfield, Plainville, North Attleboro, Norton, Valley Falls, and Central Falls. Their team has decades of experience in dentistry. Combining that expertise with their state-of-the-art dental offices results in dental care unlike any other.

 

To learn more about Attleboro Dental Group, visit www.attleborodentalgroup.com. To schedule an appointment, call 774-331-0260.

L to R: URCC President/CEO Jack Lank, Senator Paul Feeney’s Chief of Staff Keith Drucker, State Representative Adam Scanlon, Dr. William Herr, Dr. Andrew Luccio, Casey Araujo, Christina Powers, Dr. Aliza Hanif, Carolyn Rogers, Sandra Barbosa, Dr. Alyssa Neelley, Jessica Pfanstiehl

How to save money on utilities this winter and avoid scams

How to save money on utilities this winter and avoid scams By Colleen Tressler When temperatures drop, it often costs more to stay comfortable in your home — and scammers know that. This alert is the first in a series to help you get your home ready for winter, save money, and avoid fraud.  Read more ->  https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2022/09/how-save-money-utilities-winter-and-avoid-scams

How to save money on utilities this winter and avoid scams

Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Tuesday, Oct 11, 2022

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

9:00 AM 12:00 Noon and 6:00 PM  Jazz Journey – with Pamela Hines
2 hours. An insightful tour of Jazz Greats in a golden era

11:00 AM 2 PM and 8:00 PM SAFE Radio– Jim Derick and Dr. Anne Bergen Addressing issues of Drug Abuse Disorder 

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

7:00 am Franklin Art Association: Vincent Crotty

9:00 am It Takes A Village: Philip Hulbig

10:00 am Frank Presents: Shawn Dooley

10:30 am Frank Presents: Charles Bailey

11:00 am Senior Connection: Maggie Gundersen

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: French Toast

12:30 pm Sandya: Crepes

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Meat-Lovers Pt. 1

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Fall 2019 show 4

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 6

3:30 pm Arts Advocacy: Impact

4:00 pm ArtWeek: Games

4:30 pm Extended Play Sessions: Season 10 Show 9 - Coronas

5:30 pm Physician Focus: Prescription Drug Abuse

6:00 pm Care For Ukraine

7:30 pm Once Upon A Town: Franklin 500

8:30 pm Concerts on the Common: Frank Padula Band

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

7:00 am Public School Concert: FHS Spring Jazz '22

9:00 am Public School Event: Annie Sullivan Winter Music 2021

11:00 am FAA: Art From The Heart

12:00 pm Public School Event: FHS Winter Music 2019

2:00 pm It Takes A Village: Philip Hulbig

3:00 pm U. S. Army: Jazz Ambassadors 04-01-19

6:00 pm FHS Boys Varsity Soccer: v Attleboro 10-07-22

8:00 pm FHS Girls Varsity Soccer: v Mansfield 10-03-22

10:00 pm FHS Varsity Volleyball: v Mansfield 10-03-22

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

8:00 am School Committee: 09-27-22

12:00 pm Finance Committee: 09-28-22

2:00 pm School Committee: 09-27-22

7:00 pm School Committee: LIVE, Chambers, 846 2022 4524, Passcode: 032106

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)

Community Preservation Committee recommends CPA funds for purchase of Schmidt's Farm (audio)

FM #860 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 860 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares the Community Preservation Committee meeting held in Council Chambers on Tuesday, October 4, 2022. 

Chair: C Feeley, D McNeill, M Doyle, J Livingstone, P Malcolm, M Giardino, R Power, L Oxford [W Simarian, absent]

Town Administration: J Hellen, A Alleyne, K Bertone   

The meeting approved the minutes of the prior meeting via voice vote (8-0-1; 8 for, 0 against, 1 absent). 

Town Administrator Jamie Hellen walked through the right of first refusal option on the Schmidt Farm property. After discussion and clarification questions, the Committee voted to recommend use of CPA funds for the purchase with an 8-0-1 vote (8 for, 0 against, 1 absent).

Jamie also provided some project updates on work underway (Red Brick School exterior renovation) and work being held (Nason St tot lot, Historical Msueum cupola).

The recording runs about 27 minutes, so let’s listen to the Community Preservation Committee discussion on Oct 4, 2022.

Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-860-community-preservation-cmte-mtg-10-04-22

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Meeting agenda =>   

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/10.04.22_cpc_agenda.pdf  

Schmidt Farm presentation doc -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/schmidt_farm_61a_presentation.pdf 

My notes -> 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aTK3-U4PeOUqI2qn-KDNUn49s72eh5jg/view?usp=sharing 

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Community Preservation Committee recommends CPA funds for purchase of Schmidt's Farm (audio)

St. Mary's Women's Faith Formation group scheduled to start new series Oct 12, 2022

The St. Mary's Women's Faith Formation group is please to announce that we will be viewing the Symbolon series: "The Catholic Faith Explained" by Dr. Edward Sri.  This series from the Augustine Institute consists of ten videos on a variety of topics.  We will view one 1/2 hour video each session and allow time for discussion and sharing.  

Our meetings will be via Zoom and are on a new night - the second Wednesday of the month from 7 - 8 pm.  Please visit our web page (https://www.stmarysfranklin.org/womens-faith-formation)  for further information and to access the Zoom link.  

All women are welcome to attend!

St Mary's Faith Formation Announcement - Oct 12