Town of Franklin - DelCarte Conservation Area and Beaver Pond - 2023 OSRP Update

2023 OSRP Update

This email is a reminder that the OSRP focus group meeting for the DelCarte Conservation Area and Beaver Pond is tomorrow, Thursday, April 6 at 6 PM in Council Chambers at Town Hall, on Zoom, and FranklinTV. Can't make it tomorrow? No worries! We will also be hosting OSRP office hours on Friday, April 7 at 10a in Room 326A to recap what was discussed at tomorrow's meeting. 

Looking toward the horizon, the next focus group meeting is on Forests, Trees, Greenspace, and Other Conservation Lands. 

DelCarte Conservation Area and Beaver Pond - 2023 OSRP Update

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow and, as always, don't forget to take and share this OSRP survey - now available until April 30!

Until next time,

Breeka LÍ Goodlander, CWS, PWS, CERPIT

Conservation Agent/Natural Resource Protection Manager

Town of Franklin

Office: 508.520.4929

bgoodlander@franklinma.gov

HockomockSports.com 2023 Hockomock League Girls Lacrosse Preview - Franklin

HockomockSports.com has published the "2023 Hockomock League Girls Lacrosse Preview". The Franklin section is shared here. The link to the complete listing is provided below.

FRANKLIN

2022 Record: 18-3

2022 Finish: Reached Div. 1 Quarterfinal (Kelley-Rex champion)

Coach: Kristin Igoe Guarino

Franklin has been untouchable in the Hockomock League for a decade. Last spring, the Panthers extended their league winning streak to more than 90 games and they come into this season as the heavy favorites to bring home another Kelley-Rex title. Expectations remain sky-high for a program that only seems to reload, not rebuild, and the Panthers will continue to have aspirations to challenge the best programs in the state and compete for a first state title.

The experience in the midfield will be key to Franklin’s season. Senior Kaitlyn Carney led the team with 50 goals in the regular season in 2022 and classmate Katie Peterson was right behind her with 65 points. Seniors Jamie Tanner and Lindsay Atkinson will also return in what should be a dynamic attacking unit. What makes Franklin so difficult to play against is that all of those midfielders also contribute on the other end as well. Senior Payten Crandall will be back in the heart of the defense, giving the team needed leadership in front of its own goal.

As always, when players graduate, Franklin has new players ready to step into the lineup. Junior Katie Ryan will add to the attacking firepower up front, while sophomore Sophia Sacchetti will add to the midfield. Both were on varsity last season but will have bigger roles to play this spring. Freshman midfielder Vera Hansen, the lone rookie on the roster, will also get the chance to show off her speed. Junior Keira Kucich will join Crandall in defense in front of sophomore goalie Ella Mahoney, who’s had a strong start to the season.

“I am really looking forward to the 2023 season,” said Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino. “We have a good mix of upperclassmen leaders and new players who are ready to step up. Every player has an important role on this team, and if we play together we can go far!”

For the complete girls lacrosse preview

https://hockomocksports.com/2023-hockomock-league-girls-lacrosse-preview/

FHS Panthers

HockomockSports.com 2023 Hockomock League Boys Lacrosse Preview - Franklin

HockomockSports.com has published the "2023 Hockomock League Boys Lacrosse Preview". The Franklin section is shared here. The link to the complete listing is provided below.

FRANKLIN

2022 Record: 15-6

2022 Finish: Reached Div. 1 Quarterfinal (Kelley-Rex champion)

Coach: Lou Verrochi

Every spring, Hockomock teams start the new season hoping this will be the year that Franklin loosens its grip on the Kelley-Rex division and each time the Panthers return with the talent to not only win state titles but to compete with the best programs in the state. In fact, longtime coach Lou Verrochi believes this might be as good a team as he has ever had.

Franklin’s attack will be among the best in the state. Senior Luke Davis is already a two-time All-American, senior Jayden Consigli was an All-American last year, and senior Tyler Sacchetti joined his attacking partners by recording more than 100 points in 2022. All three are Div. I commits. The Panthers have loads of depth in the midfield with senior Ravin Chaudhury providing box-to-box work and classmate John Walshe a standout defensive midfielder. Juniors Eddie O’Brien, Ryan Grasso, and Drew Hansen can all jump into the attack and produce, while seniors Chris Drake and Brian Leonard will provide cover in the defensive half.

The defense has more experience this season. Senior Ben Harvey will be the anchor of a strong group of poles. Senior Braeden Leonard has battled injuries but is finally healthy and ready to step into a big role and sophomore Drew McCarthy will be the third starter. Senior Connor Sullivan and sophomore Flynn Baker will split time between LSM and close defense. Junior Matt Corvi and senior Mike Galvin give Franklin two strong shot-stoppers in goal and senior Justin Alexander is one of the best FOGOs in the state.

“We also have many players waiting in the wings that can really play,” Verrochi said. “I’m very excited for this season.”

for the complete boys lacrosse preview

https://hockomocksports.com/2023-hockomock-league-boys-lacrosse-preview/

FHS Panthers

HockomockSports.com 2023 Hockomock League Softball Preview - Franklin

HockomockSports.com has published the "2023 Hockomock League Softball Preview". The Franklin section is shared here. The link to the complete listing is provided below.

FRANKLIN

2022 Record: 11-10

2022 Finish: Reached Div. 1 Round of 32

Coach: Breanna Shaffer

Last season, Franklin won nine games in the league, but was only able to take fourth in the Kelley-Rex division. This year, the addition of North Attleboro makes the division even deeper, but the Panthers will turn to King Philip alum, and two-time state champion, Breanna Shaffer and lean on an experienced lineup to try and make a push up the standings.

The Panthers will have plenty of pitching depth this year. Senior Kiera Kotwicki returns in the circle and has the experience of battling the top teams in the league. Senior Caroline Bruso and freshman Sophia Scaramone will also get their chances to toe the rubber. Senior catcher Hailey Fales will guide the pitching staff as well as being a big bat in the heart of the Franklin lineup.

Junior Carly Johnson-Pellegri is coming off a breakout sophomore campaign and returns at short. Senior Katy Liberman is back at third base, while sophomore Sarah Boozang takes over at first base and junior Katie Dowley will be at second. Seniors Reece Allen and Dana Stott are back as starting outfielders and classmate Avery Chalk will step into the outfield as well.

“This group of seniors work hard and lead by example every day,” said Shaffer, who previously coached JV at Canton and Sharon. “The leadership and experience that they bring to this team will leave such a positive impact on this program. I am excited to see what this team will accomplish this season!”

For the complete softball preview

https://hockomocksports.com/2023-hockomock-league-softball-preview/

FHS Panthers

Wright Old School Chocolate: Significance of the Label

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School Committee schedules Contractual Negotiations with ESP/LPN - April 13

Franklin Public Schools

Franklin School Committee

Contractual Negotiations ESP/LPN 

April 13, 2023 - 3:30 - 5:30PM

Agenda document ->   https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/esp_negotiations_agenda_-_4_13_23.pdf

School Committee contract negotiation sessions scheduled for Executive session

More Perfect Union - WFPR: 077 - The Trump Indictment (audio)

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the recent trial around Trump's Indictment; going over the details that have happened so far, what we know about a possible Trump arrest, what this would mean for the Republican party, how this is similar to Ronald Reagan and much more.

Audio file -> https://more-perfect-union.captivate.fm/episode/077-the-trump-indictment

wfpr.fm: A More Perfect Union (audio)

More Perfect Union - WFPR

Discussing American Politics and Current Events

Peter Fasciano, Dr. Michael Walker Jones, Dr. Natalia Linos, Jeff Roy, Chris Woolf and Nick Remissong host a round table discussion on current events and American politics, bringing about thoughtful conversation, compelling discourse, and a look at what the future might hold for the United States.

Find all the episodes online -> https://more-perfect-union.captivate.fm/episodes  or subscribe with your favorite podcast app

Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, Apr 6, 2023

• 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

8:30 am     Veterans' Call: John Milot

9:00 am     Matt York: Highway Men

10:30 am SAFE Coalition: Kyle Brodeur

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Fish

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Taquitos

12:30 pm Sandhya: Macaroons

1:00 pm     Drink Responsibly: La Cantina Winery

1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Healthy Pizza Crusts

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

3:00 pm Joe Landry: Service Stations & Car Dealerships

4:30 pm     Frank Presents: Nick Remissong

6:30 pm     Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage Pt1

7:00 pm     Extended Play Sessions: Season 10 Show 9 - Coronas

8:00 pm ArtWeek: Ed Iannuccilli

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

7:00 am     Public School Event: Horace Mann Winter Music 2021

8:30 am     All-Town Showcase 2023: Band

10:00 am School Committee Redistricting Analysis

12:00 pm FHS Theater Company: FHS Theater Company: Lord of the Flies

1:00 pm     All-Town Showcase 2022: Chorus & Orchestra

3:00 pm FHS Track and Field v Milford 05-10-22

6:00 pm FHS Varsity Baseball: v Chelmsford 06-08-22

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

8:00 am Conservation Commission 03-22-23

2:00 pm Conservation Commission 03-22-23

7:00 pm     Conservation Commission:  LIVE, Chambers  889 7218 5720

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: #artshappenhere poetry, Newcomers, Partnership, LGBTQ Alliance & more

Wednesday, April 5

1:00pm - Senior Scribblers (writing group) (Franklin Senior Center)

7:00pm - Franklin Art Association (Franklin Senior Center)

7:00pm - Franklin Newcomers & Friends (Escape Into Fiction)

7:00pm - Franklin SEPAC Board and Community Meeting (virtual)

Thursday, April 6

8:30am - Franklin Downtown Partnership (Dean College)

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

6:30pm - Franklin LGBTQ Alliance - monthly meeting (Franklin Public Library)

Friday, April 7

10:00am - Peter Cootontails Eggcellent Adventure (King St Memorial Field)

6:00pm - Paul Avidson & Jim McCue (live music) (67 Degrees Brewery)

7:00pm - Culinary Cabaret (ticketed event) (THE BLACK BOX)

Saturday, April 8

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

12:00pm - Poetry creative writing workshops (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm - Sons of Sam Pizza (Food truck) (67 Degrees Brewery)

5:00pm - The McCrites (live music) (67 Degrees Brewery)

Sunday, April 9 - Easter Sunday

1:00pm - Franklin Historical Museum - CLOSED Today

Monday, April 10 

6:00pm - 5th Annual Legislative Forum (Hybrid) (Franklin High School, Lecture Hall) 

Tuesday, April 11

7:00pm - FBRTC Meeting (67 Degrees Brewery)

7:00pm - Yankee Quilters (Emma’s Quilt Cupboard)

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The Franklin Art Association Art Gallery remains open for viewing (and purchasing the art displayed) during business hours at Escape into Fiction (Main St, Franklin)

Franklin Art Association Art Gallery

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: Meeting, Thursday, April 6 - hybrid meeting

Please join us for the next meeting of the 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node, Thursday, April 6, 7:00-9:00 pm. 

We are excited to announce that this will be a HYBRID meeting. We will meet in-person for the FIRST TIME IN THREE YEARS! If you cannot attend in person, you can join on Zoom.

350 Mass Greater Franklin Node: Meeting, Thursday, April 6

• Location of the in-person meeting: First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin. 

• OPTION: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88924607755?pwd=bHl1empTRVFxYzdZUmVBSGl1Q0p3Zz09

Meeting ID: 889 2460 7755

Passcode: 350ma

Dial-in +1 646 876 9923

As always, we will discuss 350 Mass' campaigns for 2023-24, and review local and statewide developments and opportunities in climate and energy advocacy. 

Earlier this month, 350 Mass selected our campaign priorities for the next two years: Make Polluters Pay, and Emissions Free Buildings. To help all 350 Mass nodes in their efforts, the organization is holding a Campaign Planning Workshop via Zoom, April 12, 6-8 PM. View information and register here.  

Thanks to everyone who participated in last week's special session, Drop the Dirty Banks! We learned how banks are financing and enabling the climate crisis, and discussed how to identify which banks are "dirty" and which are not, and what we can do as individual consumers and as organized groups of citizens. A recording will be available soon.

To learn about actions and events like these, subscribe to the 350 Mass email newsletter. Also, see the Calendar of Upcoming Events on our website.

 

If you have items for this week's agenda or other comments and questions, contact carolyncbarthel@gmail.com and/or ralph.halpern@comcast.net.

 

Thank you. We hope to see you on Thursday, in-person or on Zoom.

Node Co-coordinators,
Carolyn Barthel
Ralph Halpern

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

339-203-5017   

Franklin LGBTQ Alliance Newsletter announces meeting April 6 & more events

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this link 

 

Join us for our monthly meeting AND book club discussion!

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 6th at 6:30 PM Where: In-person and Virtual In-person: Franklin Public Library 118 Main St, Franklin  Virtual: Please email FranklinLGBTQAlliance@gmail.com if you would like to attend via Zoom.    After our business meeting we will be painting Easter eggs!   CALL FOR CELEBRATE WITH PRIDE VOLUNTEERS!  Let us know if you are interested in volunteering on 6/25 or helping us plan the event SURVEY FLA Updates Join us *now at 6:00!* at the Franklin Public Library for their monthly game night. All are welcome to come and play cards/dice/board games!   We want to make this a safe, fun, inviting event monthly and the more people that join the more games we can play. Tuesday, April 18th, 6-8 PM Let's play some GAYmes y'all :) LGBTQ+ Book Club! We are meeting April 6th at 8 PM after our monthly meeting!   Following our meeting join us out for dinner at a local restaurant to discuss LEAVES OF GRASS by Walt Whitman. We will decide the location together at the end of our meeting.   Join us in reading the 1855 edition of LEAVES OF GRASS by Walt Whitman, with introduction by Harold Bloom! We are easing into the book club with this 160 page book of poetry.    You can get your copy at Escape into Fiction (website) or the Franklin Library.   Blurb about the book from Robin our Event Coordinator: This is the most inclusive option with regard to romance and sexuality (it is not so much about love or sex between two individuals as love for oneself, which everyone can appreciate or grow to appreciate, even aromantic and asexual people). It might be ironic that a diversity group like ours is starting with a work by a dead white man, but I think that the otherwise-inclusive nature of the work, along with its beauty and its joyfulness, compensate for the race and gender of the author.   We hope you will read with us!   Want to help us pick out our next book? Please fill out the survey below.  SURVEY If you are not on our email list, sign up to receive future emails with this form.  View this email in your browser