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Friday, April 28, 2023
That Blooming Chocolate!
Reminder: Franklin Pride 2023 Vendor Sign-Up Form
Thanks to all vendors who have already signed up to participate in Celebrate with Pride 2023 in Franklin!
The Franklin LGBTQ Alliance is still accepting applications from vendors who wish to participate!
Sign up today!
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The Franklin LGBTQ Alliance was created in 2022 to support, raise awareness of, and build connections within the greater Franklin LGBTQIA+ community.
In support of this mission, the Franklin LGBTQ Alliance will host Celebrate with Pride 2023 in Franklin Town Common on Sunday, June 25, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
If you would like to participate as a vendor, please submit the following form by Sunday, May 28, 2023:
More information about Celebrate with Pride 2023 can be found at the top of this form.
If you have any questions, please contact Robin Baidya at <robin.baidya@gmail.com>.
We hope to see you in June!
The Franklin LGBTQ Alliance
Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Friday, Apr 28, 2023
- wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Friday
9:00a/12:00p /6:00p Chapters – Jim Derick Insightful, life-affirming stories and interviews
10:00a/1:00p/7:00p Music to Lift the Spirit - Jim Derick & Frank Falvey
11:00a/2:00p/8:00pm Senior Story Hour – Senior Center Scribblers Group
- Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 26) = FRIDAY
9:00 am Frank Presents: Chris Woolf
11:00 am Senior Connection: Kitchen Gadgets Pt. 1
12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Meatballs
12:30 pm Sandya: Crepes
1:00 pm Sons & Daughters of Italy: Ciambotta
1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Black Bean, Roasted Pepper & Garlic Pizzetta
2:00 pm New England Candlepins Fall 2018 Show 1
3:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage 2
5:30 pm The Black Box: Electric Youth 2023
7:00 pm The Black Box: A Magical Night of Disney Classics
8:30 pm School Committee Legislative Forum 2023
- Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 96, Verizon 28) = FRIDAY
7:00 am Public School Event: Remington Spring Music '22
8:30 am Public School Concert: FHS Spring Jazz '22
10:30 am School Committee Legislative Forum 2023
1:00 pm FHS Chamber Music 2023
3:00 pm FHS Varsity Softball: v Sharon 04-14-23
6:00 pm FHS Varsity Baseball: v Foxboro 04-10-23
9:00 pm ArtWeek: Art + Music
- Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 11, Verizon 29) = FRIDAY
8:00 am Zoning Board of Appeals 04-13-23
2:00 pm Zoning Board of Appeals 04-13-23
Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf
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| Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) |
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Save the Date for June 9, 2023 - Annual Strawberry Stroll
Put it on your calendar! The Franklin Downtown Partnership is planning its annual Strawberry Stroll, set for Friday, June 9, from 4 PM to 8 PM in downtown Franklin. The rain date will be Saturday, June 10 from 4 PM to 8 PM.
The Stroll is a wonderful tradition. This year will continue to feature the very popular strawberry shortcakes supplied by Dean Bank and Dean College. Music will fill the air and more than 95 booths will be lining Main Street.
There are plenty of activities and more shopping opportunities. Visit many of the new stores filling Main Street. They will have their doors open and tables ready to offer food, drinks, books, gifts, games, clothes, and services.
“We are so excited to be hosting the annual Strawberry Stroll. The event always brings high energy from all participants and patrons and proves to be a fantastic day,” said Kevin Johnson of Edward Jones, and Strawberry Stroll Committee Chairman.
The Downtown Partnership appreciates the support of its sponsors. This year our support comes from these organizations: Gold Sponsors: Dean Bank, Dean College, Elizabeth’s Bagels, Middlesex Savings Bank, PhysicianOne Urgent Care. Silver Sponsors: DCU, Elizabeth Grady-Franklin, Fenton Financial Group Bronze Sponsors: Beaux Regards Photographic Art, Encore Music Academy & Recording Studios, LeafFilter Gutter Protection.
The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a non-profit 501©3 organization made up of more than 350 business owners, residents, and community leaders working to revitalize downtown Franklin. Residents can join the Downtown Partnership for only $25. The Partnership manages events like the Strawberry Stroll and the Harvest Festival, and initiatives such as beautification, streetscape design, greenspace, alley murals, and sculpture projects. For more information go to www.franklindowntownpartnership.org.
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| Save the Date for June 9 Strawberry Stroll |
Capital Budget Subcommittee approves the 4 items to complete 2nd round of Capital (audio)
FM #978 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 978 in the series.
This session of the radio show is the audio recording of the Franklin, MA Capital Budget Subcommittee meeting conducted on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. All four members of the subcommittee were present: Chair Debbie Pellegri, Vice Chair Bob Dellorco, Ted Cormier-leger, Brian Chandler.
Town Administrator Jamie Hellen, Comptroller Chris Sandinni, Treasurer/Collector Kerri Bertone, Superintendent Lucas Giguere, Business Manager Miriam Goodman, Town Clerk Nancy Danello, DPW Director Brutus Cantoreggi (a few minutes after start of meeting) were also present in the 3rd Floor Training Room.
This meeting covered the second round of capital budgeting. The first round was handled earlier this year. Now that the winter and snow/ice effects are behind us, what had been put aside initially can now be distributed.
The four items on the agenda were discussed and all approved after discussion by a 4-0 vote to bring forward to the Town Council.
The recording runs about 57 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-978-capital-budget-subcmte-mtg-04-26-23
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Agenda document ->
My notes via Twitter ->
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DSfG9dZBVEJ9XdpwPPlfb4j9DuXHWeI_/view?usp=share_link
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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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| Town Council: Capital Budget Subcommittee Meeting - April 26, 2023 at 5:45 PM |
Critical Conversations: Student Voices - 04/26/23 (video)
The Critical Conversations - Perspectives on Student Wellbeing event was held on Wednesday, April 26 at Franklin high School. The Franklin TV video recording of the event is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/eaqwLofciGY?feature=share
Event details -> https://t.co/9KZMd6mrIL or https://www.franklinps.net/district/events/93856
FHS softball, girls lacrosse, and both girls & boys tennis teams post wins on Wednesday
Via HockomockSports.com and Twitter, we share the results of the spring sports competition for Franklin High School on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. We also provide the link to the full set of Hockomock League results below.
Baseball = Canton @ Franklin – Postponed
Softball = Franklin, 19 @ Canton, 1 – Final (5 Inn.)
– Franklin scored 12 times in the second inning to run away with a big win, ending a four-game losing streak and getting back to .500 in league play. Caroline Bruno had a big game for the Panthers, going 5-for-5 and scoring three runs. She also pitched three innings before Sophia Sacramone took over for the final two. Katy Liberman and Dana Stott had four hits apiece, Reece Allen, Avery Chalk, Hailey Fales, Carly Pellegri-Johnson, Ava Florest, and Sarah Boozang all had three hits. Josie Drucker, Marley Allen, and Kiera Kotwicki each had two hits in the win.
Girls Lacrosse = Franklin, 14 @ King Philip, 4 – Final
Josh Perry, Managing Editor of HockomockSports.com provides the game recap:
"Prior to Franklin becoming the dominant power in the Hockomock League, King Philip was the team to beat. The Warriors won six straight titles from 2003-2008 and, after Franklin won in 2010 and 2011, shared the title with Franklin in 2012.Since that spring 11 years ago, the Panthers have been literally unbeatable. The Panthers have won 12 straight league titles and more than 100 straight league games.On Wednesday afternoon at Macktaz Field, KP got another shot at ending that streak and pulling level with the Panthers atop the division. If the hosts were hoping to pull the upset, then they needed to have a good start to build confidence, but Franklin, which was playing its third game in as many days, took control from the opening draw and never looked back.The Panthers scored the first six goals of the game and allowed just one KP goal in the second half to earn the 14-4 win, building a two-game lead on the Warriors in the standings."
Continue reading the game recap ->
For a photo gallery of this game ->
Boys Tennis = Franklin, 1 @ Canton, 4 – Final
– After dropping the first two matches of the season, Canton has won five straight matches including Wednesday’s 4-1 verdict over visiting Franklin. The Bulldogs swept singles action with Max Kupferman dropping just two total games in a 6-2, 6-0 win, Bharat Ramanathan taking a 6-1, 6-2 decision at second singles, and Justin Ngan earning a 6-3, 6-1 win at third singles. The doubles team of senior Drew Garrett and freshman Matt Wright took a 6-2, 6-3 win at second doubles. Franklin’s Eric Tomaino and Aaron Ramaswamy emerged from first doubles with a 6-3, 6-4 decision.
Girls Tennis = Canton, 2 @ Franklin, 3 – Final
– Franklin’s doubles teams continue their strong play, earning a sweep, and the Panthers got one more win in singles action to upend visiting Canton. Sophomores Brooke Daniels and Sydney Tolonen continued their impressive campaign with a 6-0, 6-3 win at first doubles and the senior pairing of Shriya Rajesh and Lexy Masters secured a hard-fought 6-4, 6-3 win at second doubles. Junior Brooke Taylor only dropped two games on her way to a 6-0, 6-2 third singles victory. Canton’s Camila Cutter emerged with a 6-1, 6-3 win at first singles while Olivia Durham came out on top at second singles (6-3, 7-6 (2)) after a great battle at second singles.
For other results around the League
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| Sophomore Gabi Consigli had two goals and an assist, one of seven goal scorers for Franklin, in a win over second-place King Philip. (Josh Perry/HockomockSports.com) |
SAFE Family Support Center is open now and ready to help
A peer led community for those impacted by a loved one’s Substance Use Disorder or Mental Health challenges. Our doors are open to anyone who would like to meet others who have similar lived experience and learn how to heal from codependency.
Our Family Support Center (FSC) offerings include;
• Resource library
• Peer Support
• Narcan and CPR
• Yoga
• Meditation
• Art / Music
• Group outings
• Speaker series
•. Weekly support group meetings for families, siblings, and grandparents
Please like, share and stay tuned for more information about our programming and exciting upcoming events!
Questions?
Jim Derick, Dir, Family Recovery @ 508-488-8105
Email: jderick@safecoalitionma.org
Location: 31 Hayward St unit 2-c Franklin, Massachusetts 02038
Shared from Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/reel/CrevX6hA8JL/
Dean College Swears In First Campus Police Sergeants In New Campus Police And Safety Department
"To continue prioritizing the safety of our students and community, Dean College is updating the separate departments of Campus Safety and Law Enforcement Services to one entity: the Campus Police and Safety Department, beginning June 1, 2023.“Dean College has always been committed to providing a safe and secure community, where all members may experience academic, professional and personal success,” said Chief Ken Corkran, Assistant Vice President for Law Enforcement Services & Risk Management. “This redesigned departmental model of both sworn police officers as well as non-sworn campus safety officers will allow us to utilize a combination of community building, safety awareness and police presence in order to ensure campus safety and security to the campus community.”This transition is designed to provide even greater service and awareness to the community, as well as further integrate the department into the campus culture."
Continue reading the article at Dean ->
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| Dean College Swears In First Campus Police Sergeants In New Campus Police And Safety Department |
Redistricting Listening Session May 7
A redistricting listening session has been scheduled by two members of the School Committee: Camille Bernstein and Dave Callaghan. The session is scheduled for Sunday, May 7 from 2 to 3 PM.
Note: the School Committee is scheduled to vote on the redistricting proposal at their May 9 meeting.
Shared from Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/p/Cre885Juzxr/
The report to the School Committee with the redistricting proposal can be found -> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/redistricting_analysis_recommendation_report_2022-23.pdf
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| Redistricting Listening Session May 7 |
Franklin Cultural Festival is taking an "intermission" for 2023
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Request for Determination - Grove Street Well 6 - Conservation Commission - May 18
Request for Determination - Grove Street Well 6 - Conservation
Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Ch. 131, s.40 (The Wetlands Protection Act) Franklin Conservation Commission will hold a Hybrid Public Hearing on Thursday, May 18, 2023 at 7:07 PM on a Request for Determination filed by the Franklin Water Department for the cutting of any standing dead trees that pose a threat of falling and damaging the Well 6 well field area, with work taking place within Bordering Vegetated Wetlands (BVW), the 100-foot Buffer Zone to BVW and the 200-foot Riverfront Area.
The Project is located at 340 Grove Street, Map 312 Lot 21, within the Industrial Zone.
The hearing will provide an open forum for the discussion. This meeting will be done remotely via the “ZOOM” platform and “In-person” in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 355 East Central Street. Residents can visit the Town Website (Franklinma.gov) and click on the Town Calendar for up to date information on how to access the meeting.
All records and files for this project can be viewed at the Conservation Office located on the first floor of the Franklin Municipal Building.
Any person or organization so wishing will be afforded an opportunity to be heard. The hearing location is accessible to persons with physical disabilities. If you require a translator or accommodations for a hearing impairment, contact the Conservation Department at the Municipal Building or by calling (508) 520-4929.
Patrick Gallagher
Chairman
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| Request for Determination - Grove Street Well 6 - Conservation Commission - May 18 |
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