Franklin Food Pantry announces contest looking for names for their purple donation bin

CONTEST TIME!!!!

Kids!  

We are looking for a name for our donation bin and need your help! Our purple bin collects all of the food donations and we'd love to hear your ideas for its name!

Grownups! 

-Like & follow The Franklin Food Pantry

-Comment below with your child's choice for the name

-The winner will receive a $25 Target gift card!!

-One entry per child please

-Enter by August 18th and the winner will be announced on the 1st day of school!

*Staff will vote on the winning name and the winner will be notified via DM on Facebook. We cannot wait to see what you come up with!

Click here to learn more about donating to The Pantry, https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/get-involved/donate-food/

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Franklin Food Pantry announces contest looking for names for their purple donation bin

Scammers impersonate well-known companies, recruit for fake jobs on LinkedIn and other job platforms

Scammers impersonate well-known companies, recruit for fake jobs on LinkedIn and other job platforms By Larissa Bungo Scammers are lurking on LinkedIn and other job sites, posing as "recruiters" for well-known companies.  But instead of looking to hire you, they're really looking to take your money and personal information. Read more ->  https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2023/08/scammers-impersonate-well-known-companies-recruit-fake-jobs-linkedin-and-other-job-platforms

Scammers impersonate well-known companies, recruit for fake jobs on LinkedIn and other job platforms

Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Wednesday, Aug 9, 2023

• 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 the 3rd of a 3 part series All About the Town of Franklin Sewer Services  -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/07/all-about-town-of-franklin-sewer_0306615856.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 point.

• In this episode hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi  interview interview Jeff Gillis the founder and CEO of the Wine Likes app ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/08/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode.html

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 slot features back to back interviews (1) with Tina Powderly, Executive Director of the Franklin Food Pantry in a conversation about the new building and how it will allow the Pantry to do more for our neighbors ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/08/franklin-food-pantry-launches-building.html   and (2) with Amy Saltamacchia about expanding her programs at the Creative Corner Art Studios to meet community needs ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/08/amy-saltamacchia-talks-about-adding.html

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

7:30 am     It Takes A Village: Danny Lagarce

8:30 am     The Black Box: Electric Youth 2023

10:00 am ArtWeek: Ed Iannuccilli

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Lobstah

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Peppers

12:30 pm Drink Responsibly: Flat Breads

1:00 pm     Norfolk County Prevention Coalition: Safety on the Roads

1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Deep Dish

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 6

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 1

4:00 pm Veterans' Call: PACT Act

5:00 pm Concerts on the Common: Ken DoRosario

7:30 pm     4th of July 2023: Padula Trio + One

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

7:00 am     Public School Concert: MICCA Showcase Pt. 2 03-14-18

8:30 am     Public School Event: Lifelong Music Pt. 2 05-13-19

10:00 am SAFE Coalition: Youth Sports

11:00 am Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage Pt1

12:30 pm FHS Girls Varsity Lacrosse: v Bishop Guertin 05-23-23

2:30 pm     FHS Varsity Softball: v Oliver Ames 04-04-23

5:30 pm     FHS Varsity Baseball: v Foxboro 04-10-23

9:00 pm Metrowest Symposium: Sharing Identity on Social Media

10:00 pm FHS Graduation 2023

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

8:00 am Town Council: 07-19-23

12:00 pm Master Plan Committee: 07-26-23

2:00 pm Town Council: 07-19-23

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, MA: Town Council Agenda for August 16, 2023 Meeting

Franklin Town Council

Agenda & Meeting Packet

August 16, 2023 - 7 PM

Meeting will be held at the Municipal Building

2nd floor, Council Chambers 355 East Central Street 

1. ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE CHAIR

a. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 11 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others.

b. Chair to identify members participating remotely.

2. CITIZEN COMMENTS

a. Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to three minutes on a matter that is not on the agenda. The Council will not engage in a dialogue or comment on a matter raised during Citizen Comments. The Town Council will give remarks appropriate consideration and may ask the Town Administrator to review the matter.

3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - None Scheduled.

4. PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONS - None Scheduled.

5. APPOINTMENTS

a. Agricultural Commission

i. Daniel Morse  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/5a._appointment_-_dan_morse.pdf

6. PUBLIC HEARINGS - 7:00 PM

a. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 23-898: A Zoning Bylaw to Amend the Franklin Town Code at Chapter 185, Attachment 9, Schedule of Lot, Area, Frontage, Yard and Height Requirements  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/6a._23-898_-_grv.pdf

i. Legislation for Action Item #9a

b. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 23-899: Marijuana Use Overlay District, A Zoning Bylaw Amendment to the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 185, Section 5, Zoning Map  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/6b._23-899_-_marijuana_overlay_district.pdf

i. Legislation for Action #9b

7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS - None Scheduled.

8. PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION

a. Presentation: DPW Project Updates - Brutus Cantoreggi, DPW Director

i. Current Project Updates

ii. Pavement Management Program & Sidewalk Plan   

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8aii._franklin_ma_-_pavement_management_report_-_final_draft_8.3.2023.pdf

iii. Water Tank Master Plan

b. Discussion: Proposition 2 ½ Operating Override

i. Process - Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8b._i_-_override_discussion.pdf

ii. Campaign & Political Finance and Ethics Laws - Mark Cerel, Town Attorney  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8bii._1_-_discussion_memo_-_ethics_-_mark_1.pdf

9. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION

a. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 23-898: A Zoning Bylaw to Amend the Franklin Town Code at Chapter 185, Attachment 9, Schedule of Lot, Area, Frontage, Yard and Height Requirements - First Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 23-898 to a Second Reading - Majority Vote)  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9a._bylaw_amendment_23-898_-_grv.pdf

b. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 23-899: Marijuana Use Overlay District, A Zoning Bylaw Amendment to the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 185, Section 5, Zoning Map - First Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 23-899 to a Second Reading - Majority Vote)  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9b._-_bylaw_amendment_23-899_-_marijuana_overlay_district.pdf

c. Resolution 23-48: Appropriation of $35,000 from Statewide Opioid Settlement Fund (Motion to approve Resolution 23-48 - ⅔ Majority Vote)  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9c._23-48_-_opioid_funding_35k.pdf

10. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

11. SUBCOMMITTEE & AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORTS

a. Capital Budget Subcommittee

b. Economic Development Subcommittee

c. Budget Subcommittee

d. Master Plan Committee

e. Davis-Thayer Reuse Advisory Committee

f. Police Station Building Committee

g. GATRA Advisory Board

12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

13. COUNCIL COMMENTS

14. EXECUTIVE SESSION - None Scheduled.

15. ADJOURN

Note: Two-Thirds Vote: requires 6 votes

Majority Vote: requires majority of members present and voting

The agenda doc also contains remote participation info -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/town_council_agenda_-_aug_16_2023.pdf

Franklin, MA: Town Council Agenda for August 16, 2023 Meeting

Reminder: Franklin, MA: School Committee Meeting - August 8, 2023 - 7 PM

Among the items on the School Committee agenda for Tuesday, August 8 are the following:

II. Guests/Presentations

A. 2022-23 Annual Report Draft

B. Summer Curriculum Review

C. Summer Learning Program Review

You can find the full agenda doc (including remote participation info) 

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/scagenda_8-8-23.pdf

Franklin, MA: School Committee Meeting - August 8, 2023 - 7 PM

"Riffin' on Main St" with Amy Adams (video)

Kenneth "Ken" Elmore, the President of Dean College, has a series of video interviews underway with Franklin TV called "Riffin' on Main St."

In this episode, he has a wonderful conversation with Franklin artist and Cultural District member Amy Adams.

video link -> https://youtu.be/Ph1S1JTHqRw

"Riffing on Main St" with Amy Adams (video)

Franklin Downtown Partnership announces new murals downtown

The Franklin Downtown Partnership is proud to present our latest outdoor mural install, featuring @franklin_art_association artists @paintingvenus_ @tesno.studio and @sueprattsheridan These interactive murals add color, vibrancy, and artistic vision to our downtown Main Street area. 

The new murals are located across @birchwoodbakeryandkitchen. We encourage all our Franklin residents to stop by and take a selfie with the murals and tag us! Use hashtag #franklinart 

Special thanks to @signs_by_cam for his intricate work in installing these works of art, The Franklin Cultural District Committee for providing funding, and The Ferrara Family for funding the install and to these talented artists for their craft and time.

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Asked to wire money? Cut the cord

Asked to wire money? Cut the cord By Terri Miller If someone asked you to mail them $200 in cash, would you do it? Probably not. Wiring money is just like sending cash in the mail.  Once it's gone, you probably won't get it back — which explains why scammers tell you to pay that way. You'd think twice before mailing your hard-earned money — do the same thing before you wire money.  Here's what to know.  Read more ->  https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2023/08/asked-wire-money-cut-cord

Video link -> https://youtube.com/shorts/gsTrV41neJU?feature=share

Asked to wire money? Cut the cord

Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Tuesday, Aug 8, 2023

• 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     FPAC: Broadway in Franklin 2022

8:30 am     Physician Focus: Alzheimer's

9:00 am     It Takes A Village: Danny Lagarce

10:00 am Frank Presents: Caron Grupposo

11:00 am Senior Connection: Council on Aging

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Peppers

1:00 pm     Pizzapalooza: Deep Dish

1:30 pm     Winning Ways with the MIAA: Shaun Hart Pt 2

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 6

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 1

3:30 pm     Riffing on Main Street: Amy Adams

5:00 pm Second Sunday Speaker Series: Ingrid Grenon

8:00 pm 4th of July 2023: Padula Trio + One

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

7:00 am     Public School Event: FHS Pops Night 05-09-18

9:00 am     Public School Concert: MICCA Showcase Pt. 2 03-14-18

11:00 am FHS Varsity Softball: v Oliver Ames 04-04-23

1:30 pm     Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage Pt1

2:00 pm It Takes A Village: D'Angela Alberty

3:00 pm Tri County Community Meeting 06-15-23

5:30 pm     Public School Event: Lifelong Music Pt. 2 05-13-19

7:00 pm     Critical Conversations: Student Wellbeing

9:30 pm     FHS Boys Varsity Lacrosse v St. John's 05-11-23

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

8:00 am School Committee 07-25-23: 07-25-23

11:00 am Joint Budget Subcommittee 08-02-23

2:00 pm School Committee 07-25-23: 07-25-23

7:00 pm      School Committee:  LIVE, Chambers  837 8586 3265

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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Amy Saltamacchia talks about adding Middle School Performing Arts to Creative Corner Art Studio programs - 08/02/23 (audio)

FM #1033 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1033 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares my conversation at the Creative Corner Art Studio with owner Amy Saltamacchia. We talk about the new classes starting this fall, one to help with middle school performing arts, one to help with elementary art, both are after school programs.

We also heard a tease for some additional programming coordinating with Dean College as well as a possible street art project for students. Both of these we’ll keep an ear out for.

The audio recording runs 20 minutes, so let’s listen to my conversation with Amy

Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1033-creative-corner-adds-middle-school-performing-arts-08-02-23

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Creative Corner Art Studio web page -> https://www.creativecornerartstudiofranklin.com/ 

Registration page -> https://www.creativecornerartstudiofranklin.com/elementaryclasses 

Find Create Corner on Facebook -> https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087442720678 

Follow them on Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/creativecornerartstudio/ 

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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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Amy Saltamacchia talks about adding Middle School Performing Arts to Creative Corner Art Studio programs

Recognition for Franklin's Purple Heart Recipients held at Senior Center Aug 2, 2023

The text for the recent Purple Heart Recognition Ceremony held at the Franklin Senior Center, Wednesday, Aug 2, 2023. Three of Franklin's Purple Heart recipients were present.

"The first Purple Heart was awarded by General George Washington, commander­ in-chief of the Continental Army, on August 7, 1782 to recognize meritorious service in combat, but it quickly fell into disuse. Revived in 1932, the criteria for receiving the Purple Heart award was changed to recognize those who sustained combat injuries or passed away while serving in the U.S. Military. It is believed that the award is purple because the color represents courage and bravery.

National Purple Heart Day, which is celebrated on August 7 each year, offers Americans a special opportunity to say "Thank You" to the nearly two million brave men and women who fought for our nation's freedom and bear the scars of war.

There are currently 64 Franklin Purple Heart recipients in our database. We recently added Franklin's 45 fallen heroes to our list - those who made the ultimate sacrifice and died while serving our country from WWI to present day. If you know a Franklin resident who is a Purple Heart recipient, please let our office know and we will reach out to them to add them to our database.

The following Franklin Purple Heart recipients are joining us today or are represented by a family member. Please stand, if you are able, when your name is called:

Bob Gardner, Richard Douglas, Roger Gilbert

Larry Bederian, Richard Douglas, Gerald Dauley, Bob Gardner, Roger Gilbert and Philip Messere.

Thank you all for your service and sacrifices and thank you those who are here on behalf-of their family members who were awarded-the Purple Heart.  

Thank you to all Veterans, here with us today, for your service and sacrifices. Let us always remember ... America is the land of the free because of the brave.

This concludes our Purple Heart recognition. Please enjoy the coffee and refreshments provided by our wonderful friends at Starbucks East Central Street, Franklin. Special thanks to Starbucks' associates Jeff and Ashley for being with us today and thank you again to Rayna Nesbitt for her lovely performance."

The 45 Fallen Heroes marked with the pedestals along the Veterans Walkway on the Town Common:

Lawrence J. Clark 

Elijah H. Coldwell 

Emilio Daddario 

Jay Stone Davis 

Edward L. Grant 

Albert E. Johnson

W. Franklin Lynch 

Alfred L. Mucciarone 

James P. Murray 

Alesandro Patete 

Levi Pieri

Patrick Ristaino 

Frank J. Smith 

David Bullukian 

Charles Christakes 

Robert L. Cummings 

Edward C. Dailey 

Elton E. Ekstrom

Lloyd Ellis

Howard T. Feeley 

Frank Grzyboski

Timothy J. Hayes

William G. Hosford

John J. Kell

Edward A. Kelly 

David Laughlan III 

Baldo S. Lazzerini 

William 0. Martello 

Charles E. Mason 

Daniel E. McCahill

Anthony J. Mucciarone, Jr. 

Gerald M. Parmenter

Jules E. Perret 

Marshall E. Rollins J

ohn A. Schur

John W. Wyllie, Jr. 

Harry R. Bean 

Richard L. Desper

Lawrence E. Garron, Jr. 

John E. Pasquantonio 

Joseph R. Paulette 

Russell W. Shaw

Alan W. Willard 

Shayne M. Cabino 

Robert R. Pirelli

Books to Go at Horace Mann Middle School - Aug 8 from 11 AM to 1 PM

Next Books to Go is August 8th. Hope your summer is filled with good people and good books!

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Books to Go at Horace Mann Middle School - Aug 8 from 11 AM to 1 PM