Saturday, March 18, 2023

Franklin Rod & Gun Club: Big Breakfast Buffet - Sunday, March 19 7:30 to 11 AM

- The Franklin Rod & Gun Club monthly Big Breakfast Buffet is back! - This Sunday, March 19, 7:30 - 11:00 AM. - Eggs. Home Fries. Sausage. Chocolate Chip Pancakes. Baked Beans. Coffee. Juice. - ALL YOU CAN EAT: only $8 (adults) and $4 (kids). - Bring the whole family!

53 Florence St.
Franklin MA 02038


Franklin Rod & Gun Club:  Big Breakfast Buffet - Sunday, March 19 7:30 to 11 AM
Franklin Rod & Gun Club:  Big Breakfast Buffet - Sunday, March 19 7:30 to 11 AM

12th Annual FBRTC 5K: Saturday, May 13, 2023


Please join us for the 12th Annual FBRTC 5K Road Race

Hosted by TVFR & FBRTC

Location: Grove Street SNETT Trailhead – Parking at Waters Corporation, 210 Grove

St., Franklin, MA. 02038


Entry Info

  • 18 yrs & Under: $25.00 pre-registration / $30.00 day-of
  • 19 yrs - 69 yrs: $30.00 pre-registration / $35.00 day-of
  • 70 yrs and Above: Free


Awards

  • 5K Awards will be First Place Overall M/F.
  • Age Group Awards: Top 3 M/F: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+


Event Details:

Race start time: 9:00 AM. Registration opens at 7:30 AM.


Course Details: Out-and-back 5k on hard-packed dirt trail. Course map available soon!


Amenities

1. Plenty of water and refreshments.

2. Walkers welcome.

3. Post-race refreshments

4. Awards to top 3 in each age group

5. Post-race gathering at 67 degrees (with indoor changing facilities) with raffle door prizes

6. Commemorative Race Gift to registered participants prior to Midnight April 30, 2023. Additional gifts available until they run out!


Additional Info Available at http://www.tri-valleyfrontrunners.com/fbrtc/FBRTC5K.php


This race benefits the continuing efforts to develop the Southern New England Trunkline Trail (SNETT) into a multiuse path for Franklin & Bellingham. The SNETT is an abandoned rail bed running from Franklin through Douglas to the CT boarder, sections of which have become fully developed multi-use paths linking communities across southern Central Massachusetts. For more info & to learn how else you can help

visit: https://www.franklinbellinghamrailtrail.org/

Register Here

Tri-Valley Front Runners
PO Box 125, Milford, MA, 01757 United States


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Franklin Senior Center: Senior Center back to "normal" as of March 20 (audio)

Hello Everyone

It's been wonderful talking with you all weekly on Fridays - but alas- the time must come to an end. As of this upcoming Monday March 20th the Franklin Senior Center will be back to "normal" and fully open. 

The Ben's Bounty Gift Shop is planning to open Wednesday, March 22nd. The Senior Center library and area around the fireplace are still going to be temporarily blocked off, but we have set up a faux library down in the computer lab for your reading pleasure.

Again, as of this upcoming Monday, we are back open and back to following the March Senior Connection Newsletter schedule! Thank you all for your patience and understanding during this time, and looking forward to seeing everyone!

Happy St. Patrick's Day and have a great weekend

- Danielle, 
Franklin Senior Center Director

Franklin Senior Center: Senior Center back to "normal" as of March 20 (audio)
Franklin Senior Center: Senior Center back to "normal" as of March 20 (audio) 




Hockomock Area YMCA: Impact Report shares stories of Y's response to the community needs (video)

via the Hockomock Area YMCA:
"Our Impact Report publication shares stories of our Y's response to the needs of our community. 
To read this year's publication:  https://t.co/qs2ME05exf  #BeCauseY #YForAll #ReachOut https://t.co/ta9MlYXoFJ
Hockomock Area YMCA: Impact Report shares stories of Y's response to the community needs (video)
Hockomock Area YMCA: Impact Report shares stories of Y's response to the community needs (video)

VIDEOhttps://t.co/0EhP3wwUgH shown at this morning's Reach Out Campaign Breakfast. 
Watch the impactful story of Caitlin and her family. We are proud to be here for individuals and families when they need us most.  
#BeCauseY #YForAll #ReachOut https://t.co/0EhP3wwUgH


Winning Ways with the MIAA: Basketball State Finals - Episode 2 (video)

A video series produced by Franklin TV with MIAA


Winning Ways: Basketball State Finals - Episode 1 (video)

A video series produced by Franklin TV with MIAA



Friday, March 17, 2023

Franklin's Event Outlook: Mar 17, 2023 to Mar 23, 2023

Happy St Patrick's day to one and all, please enjoy the day safely!

Friday, March 17 - St. Patrick's Day

8:00am - FDP Networking Breakfast (Dean College Campus Dining Center)

1:00pm - Book Sale (Franklin Public Library)

5:00pm - Nick & Emily (live music) (La Cantina Winery)

7:00pm - FHSTC performs "Lord of the Flies" (ticketed event) (Franklin High School) 

7:30pm - Something Rotten! (sold out) (THE BLACK BOX)


Saturday, March 18

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

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

10:15am - “Let’s paint together!!" (Franklin Art Assoc.) (Escape Into Fiction)

1:00pm - Bag sale (Franklin Public Library)

5:30pm - Untapped Potential (67 Degrees Brewery)

7:30pm - Something Rotten! (sold out) (THE BLACK BOX)

7:30pm - The Collaboration Show (ticketed event) (Dean College)


Sunday, March 19

7:30am - All you can eat Breakfast (Franklin Rod & Gun Club)

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

2:00pm - Something Rotten! (sold out) (THE BLACK BOX)


Tuesday, March 21

12:00pm - THE BLACK BOX Blood Drive (THE BLACK BOX)

6:00pm - Dean Neighborhood Alliance (Dean College)

6:00pm - March Book Club The Mystery of Mrs. Christie! (Escape Into Fiction)


Wednesday, March 22

11:00am - Franklin Q&A (Franklin Senior Center & virtual)

1:00pm - Senior Scribblers (writing group) (Franklin TV Studio recording session)

5:00pm - Franklin Downtown Partnership Members Networking Party (Escape Into Fiction)

7:30pm - Pippin (ticketed event) (Dean College)


Thursday, March 23

10:00am - Writer's Quiet Space (Escape Into Fiction)

3:00pm - Open House - SAFE Coalition (SAFE location on Hayward St)

6:00pm - Open Mic Night (67 Degrees Brewery)

7:30pm - Pippin (ticketed event) (Dean College)


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

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

The Cultural calendar displays only the cultural events      https://www.franklinculture.org/things-do/pages/calendar

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's Event Outlook: Mar 17, 2023 to Mar 23, 2023
Franklin's Event Outlook: Mar 17, 2023 to Mar 23, 2023

We talk about asking "Why?" along the health care supply chain in this Making Sense of Climate episode (audio)

FM #957 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 957 in the series. 


This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Ted McIntyre, Franklin resident and climate activist via the Zoom conference bridge Tuesday, February 21, 2023.  We were joined by Avery Palardy, the Sustainability Program Manager at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.  

You’ll also hear that there is a family connection that I need to disclose as a procedural matter. Avery and her team were recognized for their accomplishments and as you’ll hear, we had a great discussion.

In this episode we covered the following topics: 

  • Steve & Ted exchange greetings

  • Steve sets the stage, we are joined today by a family connection, his niece Avery Palardy 

  • Avery shares her ‘short story’ on how she got to this position at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

  • spotlight on the cover for Avery Palardy
    spotlight on the cover for Avery Palardy
    We get into some of the insights on the work she is doing inside a ‘corporate / heath environment’ to bring about sustainability

    • Supply chain (Scope 1, 2, & 3)

    • Single use equipment, tools

    • The Cool food pledge 

    • anesthetic gases, and reducing loss through leaks

  • We reveal an ongoing learning opportunity in the course of the discussion

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.  

Our recording runs about 45 minutes. Let’s listen to my conversation with Ted and Avery 


Audio file ->  
https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-957-making-sense-of-climate-25-03-14-23


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Links to articles referenced


Avery’s LinkedIn profile page -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/averypalardy/


Article that caught my attention to start this discussion -> https://healthtrustpg.com/thesource/workplace-trends/sustainability-workplace-trends/avery-palardy-receives-the-healthtrust-2022-social-stewardship-award/ 


Cool Food Pledge site ->  https://coolfood.org/pledge/


Article related to Cool Food Pledge discussion - food greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and factors  https://ourworldindata.org/greenhouse-gas-emissions-food


Background on Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions for healthcare 

https://www.healthaffairs.org/doi/10.1377/hlthaff.2020.01247


See the page that collects all 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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Brewhound: "67 Degrees Brewing Expands to Wrentham Village Premium Outlets"

Microbrewery 67 Degrees Brewing today proudly announced it will open and host The Cellar by 67 Degrees at the Wrentham Village Premium Outlets next month. The beer garden and service area will provide Wrentham and the surrounding community with a rotating line of the brewery’s popular craft beers from April 8 through the end of November.

The Cellar by 67 Degrees is the first beer garden of its kind to be opened at the popular Wrentham Outlets, and marks the latest expansion by Franklin-based and minority-owned 67 Degrees. The Cellar will cater to the shoppers, residents, and visitors who enjoy Wrentham and the surrounding communities in the Spring, Summer, and Fall. Located in the center of the shopping complex, and with ample parking, accessible facilities, and dining options for all, the beer garden is the latest addition to the rejuvenated Premium Outlets.

“As a leading small business in Franklin and member of my Small Business Advisory Council, 67 Degrees Brewing brings vibrancy and innovation to our community. To have a growing and minority owned business take root and expand to such an important location in our Commonwealth is long overdue and refreshing to see,” said Senator Becca Rausch (D-Needham). “I look forward to visiting The Cellar at the Wrentham Village Premium Outlets and driving support for shopping and dining locally at an additional location within our district.”

“Small business is the heart of our region, and among the most critical pieces of our community,” said Massachusetts State Representative Jeffrey Roy. “The growth of 67 Degrees Brewing reflects its leadership, products, and service. It’s a company that’s easy to support, and I look forward to its opening at the Wrentham Village Premium Outlets.”
Continue reading the article online -> 
https://www.brewbound.com/news/67-degrees-brewing-expands-to-wrentham-village-premium-outlets/


Brewhound: "67 Degrees Brewing Expands to Wrentham Village Premium Outlets"
Brewhound: "67 Degrees Brewing Expands to Wrentham Village Premium Outlets"

Franklin LGBTQ Alliance Newsletter - March 16, 2023

This newsletter was shortened for publication here. To view the full set of contents, please visit   https://clt1481579.benchmarkurl.com/c/v?e=15E1659&c=169B6B&t=0&l=8D3B5715
Join us for GAYme night on 3/21 from 6-8!
Franklin LGBTQ Alliance Newsletter
Franklin LGBTQ Alliance
In this newsletter we include an invitation to our next meeting and community events, including our first book club discussion, and include opportunities to get more involved.
You're Invited to our Upcoming Meeting
 
When: Thursday, April 6 at 6:30 PM
Where: In-person and Virtual
 
After our business meeting we will be painting Easter eggs!
 
franklinlgbtqalliance@gmail.com
We want to hear from you! Please take this very short survey to tell us about what events you would like to see and how you want to get more involved with the Alliance. 

Our second annual Pride Month event! Stay tuned for volunteer opportunities
You are receiving this email because of your relationship with the Franklin LGBTQ Alliance. 
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Slam the Scam: Keep Your Personal Information


Slam the Scam: Keep Your Personal Information
   
 

03/16/2023 02:50 PM EDT

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Do you know how to spot a government imposter scam? Knowing how to identify potential scammers will help safeguard your personal information. 

There are common elements to many of these scams.

Scammers often exploit fears and threaten you with arrest or legal action. Scammers also pose as Social Security or other government employees and claim ... 

Franklin Health Department: Wellness Update - March is Brain Injury Awareness Month

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month! 5.3 million Americans today are living with a disability related to a brain injury. 

Learn more about prevention, signs, and symptoms of a brain injury: https://www.cdc.gov/traumaticbraininjury/index.html