The Topic: 005 - Caring for Dementia & Alzheimer’s (audio)

episode 005 - Caring for Dementia & Alzheimer’s 

A conversation with Tammy Pozerycki and Franklin (MA) Health Director Cathleen Liberty

Audio file ->

https://anchor.fm/franklin21/episodes/005---Caring-for-Dementia-amp-Alzheimers-e1qrs0a

Tammy’s consulting business -> https://alternativesinalzheimerscare.com/ 

She is also Outpatient Community Liaison for Westborough Behavioral Healthcare Hospital 

https://www.westboroughbehavioral.com/programs/outpatient-services 

Alzheimer's Association page - https://www.alz.org/ 

Franklin Senior Center Supportive Day Program - 

https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-senior-center/pages/sunshine-club 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm). 

For additional information, please visit  the Health Dept page at www.Franklinma.gov   

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at  cliberty@franklinma.gov 

Prior episodes of The Topic can be found on the Heath Dept page ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/health-department/pages/topic-podcast-links

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The music for the intro and exit is called “Positive and Fun” by Scott Holmes Music and is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License  

Scott Holmes Music => https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes

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The Topic: 005 - Caring for Dementia & Alzheimer’s (audio)

FPAC to present "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" - 3 performances, Nov 18-20

The Franklin Performing Arts Company presents 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.

Winner of the 2015 Tony Award for Best Play, this adaptation by Simon Stephens of Mark Haddon’s popular novel will be directed for the FPAC stage by Nick Paone. A former Equity actor, Paone has performed with and directed for FPAC extensively, including starring roles in Sweeney Todd, The Sound of Music, The Music Man, Mary Poppins, and so many more. He is the creative mind behind and star of FPAC Holiday Productions favorite Humbug!. Paone has been on the drama faculty at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts and an actor and director at FPAC since 2001.

Noah Silverman

The production stars Noah Silverman as Christopher Boone. Silverman, a recent graduate of Penn State’s prestigious musical theatre program, is returning to the role of Christopher for the third time, most recently at West Virginia Public Theatre. The cast also includes Kim Frigon, Charley Eastman, Mireille Eastman, Kellie Stamp, Bob Matson, Greg Leach, Colie Vancura, and Erin Lynch. 

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 

Frank Presents: 048 - Ed Augustus (audio or video)

In this episode, Frank Falvey sits down with the first Chancellor of Dean College Ed Augustus, to talk about his background, the new Chancellor position, his work leading the college and what he hopes to accomplish at Dean College.

Audio file -> https://frank-falvey.captivate.fm/episode/048-frank-presents-ed-augustus

Video link -> https://youtu.be/L1rtA3ROzQo

Frank Falvey - WFPR & Franklin TV

Frank Falvey dives into current events, hot button topics and invites guests give their insights

Frank Falvey examines everything from Franklin to U.S. politics; from current events to the local community, giving his personal thoughts and considerations. Frank is also joined by local guests to talk the Franklin community and dissect current events

Frank Presents:  048 - Ed Augustus (audio or video)

State Election - Nov 8, 2022 - Franklin's "official" vote results

The final and official results for Franklin for the State Election held on and before Nov 8, 2022 can be found in the PDF file attached here. They were released by Town Clerk Nancy Danello.

The final total is 14,657 and increase of 196 votes over the "unofficial" tally released on Nov 8. 

The turnout percentage is 59% which is comparable to the general rule Franklin Matters has developed reviewing the election results since 2003. The general rule is

• about 20% for local elections (odd numbered years for Town Council, etc.)
• about 40% for money elections (school building and/or an override vote)
• about 60% for State elections (like this one, the 'off cycle' to some)
• about 80% for the Presidential elections (every 4 years)

Review the official results on the Town Clerk page ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/news/official_state_election_results_11-8-2022.pdf

State Election - Nov 8, 2022 - Franklin's "official" vote results

Town Council recognizes Carloni, appoints Wallace, approves license for La Cantina, hears from the Recreation Dept, and more at their Wednesday meeting (video)

The Town Council held their session Wednesday in Council Chambers beginning at 7 PM. One member (Frongillo was remote) so all votes were via roll call. One member absent (Dellorco).

• The meeting opened with recognition of Becki Carloni of the Franklin Fire Department for her off duty life saving effort at a sporting event.
• The appointment of Alison Wallace to the Library Board of Directors was approved.
• The Special License to allow sale of wine at 2022-2023 Franklin Winter Farmers’ Market by La Cantina Winery Company was approved. The first market is this Saturday from 10 AM to 2 PM.
• Ryan Jette, Director of Recreation provided an update on the operation of the Recreation Department including near term plans and future plans.
• There was also a discussion on the approach to determine the reuse of Davis Thayer. Consensus was to set up a Reuse Committee of town folks interested in this building and location to make a proposal to the Council for approval. Details on the volunteer application process will be forthcoming and the process will kick off sometime in 2023.
• Legislation to approve of an increase to the minimum wage for both the senior citizen and veterans tax work off programs was approved.
• Legislation to adjust the budget with some transfers and final numbers of state aid, etc. was approved. This had been previewed by the Finance Committee in their meeting last week and unanimously recommended. This adjustment step was needed before the tax rate is set. The hearing for the tax rate is scheduled for the Nov 30 Town Council meeting.
• The Franklin Open Space and Recreation Plan Kickoff Process has begun. The Conservation Commission will lead this effort to update the plan.

The agenda and documents released for this session can be found

 https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/november_16_town_council_agenda.pdf

The Franklin TV video replay of the meeting is available on YouTube

https://youtu.be/v_88xT1K7mU

My notes captured via Twitter during the meeting can be found in one PDF document ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Kcsiah2iONeLXjpPRlc9dOSEKNKpx8AQ/view?usp=share_link

firefighter/paramedic Becki Carloni Listens to Councilor Pellegri read the proclamation

Economic Development Cmte recommends next lot line changes; the "Plus" cmte gets into housing density proposal, will pick up again at Nov 30 meeting (video)

The Economic Development Committee "Plus" met on Wednesday, Nov 16, 2022 before the Town Council meeting to cover two agenda items. 

First - purely an economic development item - the next set of lot line zoning map adjustments. A continuing project and this is the next set of changes. The item after discussion was recommended to the Council for review and consideration.

Second - for the Plus side of the committee as it attempted to cover two zooning bylaw proposals that are an outcome of the Franklin For All study as well as part of the MBTA Community planning required. The committee got into a good discussion on one of the two changes proposed, did not get into the second and will pick up the discussion at their Nov 30 meeting.

Participants:

Chair, Melanie Hamblen; councilors Jones, Sheridan and Frongillo (remote participant)

"Plus" members are Hunchard, Rondeau and Wierling

The EDC Agenda and released documents ->
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/11-16-22_edc_agenda.pdf

My notes captured via Twitter during the meeting are found in one threaded PDF file

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Bi19ZIVetLhT2xN0aeJcbltU72XRlZe0/view?usp=share_link

Franklin TV's video replay of this session is available ->

https://youtu.be/ZntsmoNK7ss

Town Administrator Jamie Hellen makes a point during the housing density discussion

Curious as to where hunting/ trapping is or is not allowed in Franklin?

Curious as to where hunting/ trapping is or is not allowed in town? 

Here's a quick breakdown ...

• Question about where to hunt in Franklin? Call @FranklinPolice (508-528-1212) 
• Question regarding hunting/ trapping regulations in Massachusetts? Call @MAEnviroPolice (800-632-8075)

 

Curious as to where hunting/ trapping is or is not allowed in Franklin?

Shared from Twitter -> https://t.co/Minc0a9phT

Franklin Health Department: November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. 

Reduce your risk of lung cancer. 

Visit becomeanex.org, smokefree.gov, or call 800-784-8669 to get help to quit smoking

Other tobacco users and ex-smokers on their own quit journey share their smarts and lessons learned

Advent Series - Book Discussion And Daily Practice at St John's Episcopal

Join us on Zoom to discuss Fully Human, Fully Divine: an Advent Devotional for the whole self by Whitney R Simpson, which will introduce us to various forms of prayer and devotion. 

Please order soon and read thru page 43 during Thanksgiving week, then try the daily practices beginning November 27. 

Dates for the series are Nov 30, Dec 7, 15, 21 at 7pm. Contact Rev Kathy (Rector@StJohnsFranklinMA.org) for Zoom information.

Added bonus: During Advent, Rev Kathy will use these prayer practices during her Facebook Morning Prayer (Wednesdays - Saturdays 8:30am) on the St John’s Facebook page.

For more information:

Call 508-528-2387 Email Rector@StJohnsFranklinMA.org

Like us on Facebook  and Twitter

See our website at www.stjohnsfranklinma.org    

 

St John's Episcopal Church

Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, Nov 17, 2022

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

9:00a/12:00p/6:00p   A Priest, A Minister and a Rabbi

10:00a/1:00p/7:00p   Frank’s Music – Frank Falvey and Jim Derick

11:00a/2:00p/8:00pm   Frank Presents – Frank Falvey Presents 

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

7:30 am FAA: Art Fr THURSDAY

7:30 am The Only Cure Is Education

8:00 am Veterans' Call: PACT Act

9:00 am Franklin Interfaith Thanksgiving 2021

10:30 am SAFE Coalition: The Hamlins

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Apple Crisp

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Brownies

12:30 pm Sandhya: Macaroons

1:00 pm Physician Focus: Electronic Medical Records

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Deep Dish

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Fall 2019 Show 6

3:00 pm Let's Talk Sports: Episode 7

3:30 pm Once Upon A Town: Schools

4:30 pm Frank Presents: Ed Augustus

7:00 pm Extended Play Sessions: Roberto Morbioli

8:00 pm Metrowest Symposium: Festivals & Community Celebrations

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

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

9:00 am Sons and Daughters of Italy: Carlo Geromini

11:30 am Metrowest Arts & Culture Symposium

2:00 pm All-Town Showcase: Band

3:30 pm Let's Talk Sports: Episode 7

4:00 pm Universe of Adolescent Sleep

8:30 pm FHS Varsity Football: v Methuen 11-11-22

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

8:00 am Conservation Commission: 11-10-22

2:00 pm Conservation Commission: 11-10-22

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)

Franklin Cultural District: theater, theater, and more theater this weekend, but that's not all ....

Theater, theater, theater - Dean College gets it started with All Shook Up, then FHS takes the stage with Cinderella, followed by FPAC with The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.

And if theater is not your thing, check out the book sale, the Winter Farmers Market, the assortment of performances at our brewery & winery and close out the weekend with the Interfaith Thanksgiving Service at Franklin Federated Church. Something for everyone as #artshappenhere in Franklin.

Wednesday, November 16

7:30pm - All Shook Up (Dean College)

Thursday, November 17

6:00pm - Kendo (live music) (La Cantina Winery)

7:30pm - All Shook Up (sold out) (Dean College)

Friday, November 18

12:00pm - Library Book Sale (Franklin Public Library)

5:00pm - FHS Red Cross Club: Movie Night -> Monster's Inc (Franklin High School)

5:30pm - Patrick Durkin (67 Degrees Brewery)

6:00pm - Jess Ward (live music) (La Cantina Winery)

7:00pm - Cinderella (Broadway Version)  (Franklin High School)

7:30pm - The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time  (FPAC - THE BLACK BOX)

7:30pm - All Shook Up (sold out)   (Dean College)

Saturday, November 19

9:00am - Library Book Sale  (Franklin Public Library)

10:00am - Winter Farmers Market (Fairmount Fruit Farm)

10:00am - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Deep Dive

11:00am - Yoga in the Taproom (67 Degrees Brewery)

1:00pm - Library Bag Sale (books by the bag)  (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm - All Shook Up (sold out)   (Dean College)

3:00pm - Trolley Dogs Food Truck  (La Cantina Winery)

4:00pm - AK Cody (live music) (La Cantina Winery)

5:30pm - Jennifer Teft (67 Degrees Brewery)

7:00pm - Cinderella (Broadway Version)  (Franklin High School)

7:30pm - The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (FPAC - THE BLACK BOX)

7:30pm - All Shook Up (sold out)   (Dean College)

Sunday, November 20

1:00pm - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

2:00pm - The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (FPAC - THE BLACK BOX)

2:00pm - All Shook Up (sold out)   (Dean College)

7:00pm - Interfaith Thanksgiving Service (Franklin Federated Church)

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The Franklin Art Association Art Gallery remains open during business hours at Escape into Fiction (Main St, Franklin)

Visit the Cultural District page ->  https://www.franklinculture.org/

Find the full Community event calendar  https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26 

Franklin Cultural District: Arts are happening here!

350 Mass Greater Franklin Node, Virtual Meeting, Thursday, November 17 at 7:00 PM

Our next 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node meeting will be on Zoom, this Thursday, November 17, 7:00-9:00 pm. 

Zoom link for the meeting, Thursday, November 17, 7:00-9:00 pm.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88924607755?pwd=bHl1empTRVFxYzdZUmVBSGl1Q0p3Zz09

Meeting ID: 889 2460 7755
Passcode: 350ma
Dial-in +1 646 876 9923

 

We welcome you to the meeting, whether you have participated in the past or not. Join our discussion of climate and energy developments locally, across the state, and nationally. Learn about planned advocacy and protest actions organized by 350 Mass and other groups. Help to plan for events in our Greater Franklin region. If you have items you would like to announce or add to the agenda, please reply to our Node Co-coordinators, Carolyn Barthel (carolyncbarthel@gmail.com) and Ralph Halpern (ralph.halpern@comcast.net). 

We are also looking forward to this year's 350 Mass Summit, this Saturday, November 19th from 10-5pm. This will be a day of workshops, community building, and strategizing. We will also reflect on our previous campaign and plan for our future campaign direction. The Summit will be held at Brandeis, with some sessions also shown over Zoom. More information and registration are here.  As noted, this event is for EVERYONE! That means old friends and new, long time leaders and first time activists. If you are planning to attend, bring a friend.

 

We hope you receive 350 Mass' Climate Weekly email. It's a good way to keep up with key issues and actions on their behalf. You can sign up here.

 

We will send a reminder about the Node's meeting on Thursday. 

Thank you.

 

Node Co-coordinators,
Carolyn Barthel
Ralph Halpern

Ralph Halpern
ralph.halpern@comcast.net
781-784-3839 (h)

339-203-5017 (c) 

Redistricting Advisory Committee holds their Kickoff session Tuesday - 11/15/22 (audio)

FM #879 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 879 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares the Franklin Public Schools Redistricting Advisory Committee Kickoff Meeting held in the FHS Media Center on Tuesday, November 15, 2022. Some members participated remotely.   

Given this was a working session, the major whole group sections of the meeting audio is what is shared here. There are breaks in the audio when 

• The members at each table introduced themselves

• Time to read the handout before the breakout discussion was provided

• The breakout discussion was held at each table

The breaks are indicated by a few seconds of music then the group discussion resumes

The edit meeting audio recording runs about 55 minutes. Let’s listen to Redistricting Advisory Committee Kick off Meeting

Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-879-fps-redistricting-advisory-cmte-kickoff-11-15-22

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Kickoff meeting agenda -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/11/reminder-franklin-school-committee.html 

Redistricting Advisory Committee page ->

https://www.franklinps.net/school-committee/2023-redistricting-advisory-committee 

Davis Thayer Facility Analysis page -> (includes links to McKibben demographics and Kaestle Boos Facility Assessment report) https://www.franklinps.net/district/davis-thayer-facilities-analysis

My notes in one Twitter threader document   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jE0y-NVlHADF3I4LYRUvaAwEfSZIRJG8/view?usp=share_link 

The photo album shared via Twitter of the pix taken of the meeting and presentation slides   https://photos.app.goo.gl/qnVcuezxBXi2T4Hb8 

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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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Redistricting Advisory Committee holds their Kickoff session Tuesday