Saturday, March 16, 2024

Beaver Street Interceptor Construction Alert: night work starting Sunday, March 17 at 9 PM

Beaver Street Interceptor

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE:

Starting Sunday March 17 through Wednesday March 20 night work on Rt. 140 will be occurring between the hours of 9 PM and 5 AM. Work will be between 541 & 520 West Central (Rt. 140).
Limited lane closures will be present during this time.

It is anticipated that the week of March 25 the construction crew will be back
on Old West Central near Tri-County Drive. This will mean that the Tri-County detour will be back in place during this time. More information on this work
will be provided by the end of next week.

We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate as work progresses.

Please see our interactive map below for more details.

BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov

night work starting Sunday, March 17 at 9 PM

Beaver Street Interceptor Rehabilitation/Replacement Project

This project consists of the replacement and repair of Franklin's largest piece of sewer infrastructure, originally constructed in 1914.

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/beaver-street-interceptor

Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities updated 03/15/24

To apply for a vacant position, please submit a resume and cover letter to apply@franklinma.gov. Please put the job title in the subject line of your email.

Chief Financial Officer - Finance Department

Budget and Fiscal Analyst - Finance Department

Mechanic/Motor Equipment Repair Person - Department of Public Works

Summer Employment - Department of Public Works

Junior Building Custodian - Facilities Department

Part Time and Substitute Custodians - Facilities Department

Updated 03/15/2024

If you do not have a resume, you may send a completed Application for Employment instead.

To receive notifications of all job opportunities in the Town of Franklin, subscribe here .

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/human-resources/pages/job-opportunities

Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities updated 03/15/24

Next guest speaker at Metrowest Networkers Group - March 29

Today(3/15/20) David Bayuk spoke about working with recruiters.

In two weeks, Dana Hall - FranNet of Boston - will present on "Franchising - Is it right for you?"

Our list server (the email distribution ) currently has 65 members and the LinkedIn group has 102 members! Not bad for a group that just formed in January.

It's a start, but with your help we can grow the group much larger and accomplish more.

If you have not yet joined, We invite you to join us,

* Our group is free.

* We meet in a convenient location that has plenty of parking.

* We bring in guest speakers.

* We provide societal networking---the most effective type of networking according to Sociologist Ofer Sharone.

* Our website welcomes guest articles. Help others and promote your own skill set.

Thanks and have a terrific weekend!

Website: http://mwnetworkers.wix.com/home

Ed Lawrence

www.getstart-ed.com

CPRW; NCOPE

Certified Interview Coach

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee

Next guest speaker at Metrowest Networkers Group - March 29

Friday, March 15, 2024

Franklin's Event Outlook: March 15, 2023 to March 21, 2024

Friday, March 15

1:00pm Book Sale (Franklin Public Library)

7:30pm Tarzan (ticketed event) (THE BLACK BOX)

Saturday, March 16

9:00am Book Sale (Franklin Public Library)

10:00am mobile Children's Museum of Franklin (ticketed event) (Annie Sullivan Middle School)

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

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

Rise Up (Franklin United Methodist)

11:00am Beyond the Palmer Method – Learn about calligraphy (Franklin Historical Museum)

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

2:00pm Tarzan (ticketed event) (THE BLACK BOX)

3:00pm Irish in America Concert (Franklin Public Library)

6:00pm `Cinema 80’ Feature Films "The Lodger" (Franklin Historical Museum)

7:30pm Tarzan (ticketed event) (THE BLACK BOX)

Sunday, March 17 - St. Patrick's Day

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

2:00pm Tarzan (ticketed event) (THE BLACK BOX)

Monday, March 18

9:00am Fallen Hero: Elton E Ekstrom (Franklin Veterans Walkway, Town Common)

Tuesday, March 19

7:00pm Trivia Night (Raillery Public House)

7:30pm Voice of Franklin, part of Toastmasters International (Franklin TV Studio)

Wednesday, March 20

5:30pm Femita Ayanbeku (Dean College)

Thursday, March 21

8:30am Town Council Office Hours (Franklin Senior Center)

6:30pm Bringing the stars Indoors (Franklin Public Library)

7:00pm Community Coffee Conversations: One Franklin (Birchwood Bakery)

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Why have multiple calendars?

There is a Cultural events calendar upon which other community events are layered to create the Community calendar.

Respectfully, the Library and Senior Center calendars are too full of events to include all their events so we tend to focus on the major events. Town and School meetings are also kept separate. Links for all the calendars are shared here:

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

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 Library calendar of events -> calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events -> https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/month/39/2023-12

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: March 15, 2023 to March 21, 2024

Stand-Up Comedy Show with Laugh Boston! at Glen Pharmer on March 27 (7 PM)

Glen Pharmer proudly presents a stand-up comedy show on Wednesday, March 27, featuring three hilarious comedians from Laugh Boston!

Stand-Up Comedy Show with Laugh Boston! at Glen Pharma

Say goodbye to winter blues and hello to longer days! The arrival of daylight savings means a new season of laughter with our Spring Comedy Show. This hilarious event promises to swing you into the cheerful spirit of spring, faster than the clocks spring forward!

Your ticket includes your first cocktail, beer, or glass of wine.

Hungry? Join us before the show in our main Tasting Room.

(Appy Hour from 4-6 PM with 1/2 priced appetizers!)

If dining with us, separate reservations are strongly recommended.

(Note: Food is not included with the comedy show.)

Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Doors open at 7:00 PM
Show starts at 7:30 PM
$49.95 per person (plus tax)

Tickets can be purchased online -> https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=1076491&restref=1076491&experienceId=277214

Talking about "Create Art Around the World" with the NAHS student leadership team (audio)

FM #1158 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1158 in the series.

This session of the radio show shares my conversation with the leadership team of the National Art Honor Society (NAHS). Amy Edson, FHS Art teacher, and club advisor. The leadership team students introduce themselves as we go around:

Raena, the President of NAHS and leading the Singapore room
Allie, the Vice-President, and leading the Spain room
Gia, the Data Manager, and leading the Columbia room
Christine, the Social Media Director and leading the Sudan room

We had our conversation in one of the art rooms where the Create Art Around the World will be taking place.

Thanks to the Franklin Cultural Council for the grant to enable this event for free.

Let’s listen to this conversation about the kid friendly (and did we say, “Free”) Create Art Around the World scheduled for Wednesday, April 24, 2024 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1158-fhs-nahs-create-art-round-the-world-03-07-24

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FHS Clay Studio Instagram account -> https://www.instagram.com/fhs_claystudio/

More about the Franklin Cultural Council -> https://www.franklinma.gov/cultural-council

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

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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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

National Art Honor Society: Create Art Around the World - Apr 24, 2024

Create Art Around the World scheduled for Apr 24, 2024 - free & kid Friendly at FHS

Request for Expressions of Interest for the Purchase/Lease and Redevelopment of the Former Davis Thayer Elementary School

Request for Expressions of Interest for the Purchase/Lease and Redevelopment of the Former Davis Thayer Elementary School Located at 137 West Central St. in Franklin

The Town of Franklin is pleased to present this Request for Expressions of Interest (REI) in an effort to generate ideas for reuse of the former Davis Thayer Elementary School building and land, located at 137 West Central St.

Deadline: Expressions of Interest must be submitted to the Purchasing Office by May 31, 2024 at 1:00 PM.

Information Sessions and Site Tours: The Town offers you the opportunity to learn more about the site through participation in an Information Session and Site Tour scheduled for April 17, 2024 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM and May 1, 2024 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

Those interested in submitting a proposal can access the full REI here: https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/2024-02-26_rei_davis_thayer_1.pdf

Davis Thayer corridor mural

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/request-expressions-interest-purchaselease-and-redevelopment-former-davis-thayer

Photos from the Open House in October 2021 can be found in one album -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/tXnMSzjQCuRwcUvu6

Beyond the Palmer Method – Learn about calligraphy March 16 & March 23

Learn about this useful artform and get an introduction to creating calligraphy.

Meet our resident expert in penmanship, cursive writing methods, and calligraphy, Krishna Swain!

"Words written in calligraphy have defined thousands of years of our history. In this program, we will dive into the history of the art form, particularly in America, and learn how to create beautiful calligraphy."

The Franklin Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central Street, Franklin. The museum is open Saturday mornings from 10 AM - 1 PM and Sunday afternoons from 1 PM - 4 PM.

When visiting the museum, please consider donating a non-perishable item for the Franklin Food Pantry. Check their current needs listing here -> https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/get-involved/pantry-needs/

Visit the Museum online at https://www.franklinmuseum1778.com

Beyond the Palmer Method – Learn about calligraphy March 16 & March 23

Limited time opportunity to get your Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Merchandise!!

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Limited time opportunity to get your Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Merchandise!!

Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Apparel

For a limited time only!!!

What better way to show your support for the Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail than by sporting our new apparel line on the trail or around town!

Help us support and create awareness for this valuable resource. Place your order for FBRTC custom branded apparel at Custom Ink. Select your item, fill in your purchasing information and choose a shipping option.

Orders will be shipped to our group organizer, Bob Amrich, for distribution or can be picked up at a monthly FBRTC meeting. Apparel can also be shipped directly to your address for an additional cost. Apparel orders will be shipped approximately 2 weeks after the online sale ends on March 22.

Thanks for your support.

Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Merchandise

Copyright © 2024 Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee, All rights reserved.

Our mailing address is:

Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee

PO Box 68

Franklin, Ma 02038

Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities in Finance, Facilities, and Public Works