Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Wednesday, Mar 20, 2024

• wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Wednesday

9:00 AM 12:00 Noon and 6:00 PM Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock
Franklin and its local government, services and events  (repeats Saturday at 9 AM)

• This slot features "Making Sense of Climate" episode #40 with Ted McIntyre ->     https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/03/jalapeno-enhances-flavors-and-starts.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 talk with  Kathy McCabe-PBS Dream of Italy ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/03/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 a recap of the Joint Budget Mtg with Tom Mercer, George Conley and David McNeill -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/03/tom-george-david-recap-joint-budget.html

• Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = WEDNESDAY

7:30 am Mental Health: Amy Frigulietti

8:30 am Martin Luther King: Music and Spoken Word

10:00 am Jim Johnston: Ben Franklin and Martin Luther King, Jr.

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Grillin'

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Brownies

12:30 pm Second Sunday Speaker Series: Valentine Cards

1:00 pm Norfolk County Prevention Coalition: L. E. A. P.

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Meat-Lovers Pt. 1

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 5

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Spring 2019 Show 2

3:30 pm Veterans' Call: Dave Hencke

4:30 pm The Millis Berfield Band

8:30 pm Circle of Friends: Joe Jencks

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel        (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = WEDNESDAY

8:30 am Public School Event: Remington Winter Music 2022

10:00 am SAFE Coalition: The Hamlins

11:00 am Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts

12:30 pm FHS Girls Varsity Hockey v Notre Dame Academy Hingham 02-28-24

2:30 pm Franklin Rec Basketball" 6th - 8th Grade Girls Championship

5:00 pm Hockomock League Swimming Championship 2024 Day 2

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = WEDNESDAY

8:00 am Town Council 03-13-24

12:00 pm Master Plan Committee 03-06-24

2:00 pm Town Council 03-13-24

6:30 pm  Master Plan Committee  LIVE, Chambers  842 9690 3396

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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`Cinema 80’ Feature Films Continue (Free) - " The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari" - March 23

Silent Saturdays start at 6 PM on each Saturday of the month (except the last): Chris Leverone, a videographer and graphics artist from Franklin, has directed promotional and fundraising videos, and is currently a producer at Franklin TV. He developed this program of films in cooperation with the Franklin Senior Center.

• March 23 - "The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari"

Caligari is the first great film in the horror canon, and an excellent specimen of German Expressionism, with warped images and warped characters that hypnotized Weimar Germany.

"The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari" - March 23

 

School Committee to hold FY 2025 budget hearing Tuesday, Mar 19 at 7 PM

Friendly remainder, the School Committee is scheduled to hold their FY 2025 budget hearing at their scheduled meeting Tuesday night.

F. FY25 Budget Open Hearing 

(presentation doc not posted but the full budget book is available ->  https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/fy25_complete_budget_book.pdf)

The full agenda including remote participation info can  be found

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/scagenda_3-19-24.pdf

Meeting packet folder -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/march-19-2024-school-committee-meeting

School Committee to hold FY 2025 budget hearing Tuesday, Mar 19 at 7 PM

Jalapeño enhances flavors and starts our Making Sense of Climate episode this time (audio)

FM #1159 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1159 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Ted McIntyre, Franklin resident and climate activist. We met to record in the Franklin TV & Public Radio studio on Tuesday, March 12, 2024.  

We continued making sense of climate on an almost extemporaneous discussion similar to what we recently had. The topic list:

• Pickled jalapeño, blueberry, strawberry, raisins, & flax seed added to steel cut oats

• State of the Union, Inflation Reduction Act

• Conservation land, rewilding to restore carbon balance

• Gulf Stream, and implications of climate change

• Boston Globe article on smart electrical panels

• Stranded asset, reuse with geothermal possible

• Total eclipse, April 8

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.  

The conversation runs about 47 minutes. Let’s listen to my conversation with Ted.

Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1159-making-sense-of-climate-40-03-12-24

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Boston Globe article on monitoring devices for electricity in the home

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/03/07/nation/want-to-electrify-your-home-it-might-need-this-upgrade-first/ 

“Ministry of the Future” - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Ministry_for_the_Future 

** 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 www.franklin.news/ or  www.Franklinmatters.org/ 

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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Jalapeño enhances flavors and starts our Making Sense of Climate episode this time (audio)

Master Plan Meetings lead this week to the Open House on Saturday, March 23 - 11 AM to 3 PM

Community Services, Facilities & Circulation (CSFC) Subcommittee

Event Date:  Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - 5:15 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/csfc_subcommittee_agenda_-_march_20th_2024.pdf

Master Plan Committee

Event Date:  Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - 6:30 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/master_plan_agenda_-march_20_2024.pdf

Master Plan Open House

Event Date:  Saturday, March 23, 2024 - 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/master_plan_agenda_-march_23_2024.pdf

Open House on Saturday, March 23 - 11 AM to 3 PM

Listen to Glenn Jones talk about the work of the Master Plan Update committee and the importance of the Open House on Saturday ->    https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/03/glenn-jones-talks-about-what-master.html

Jessica Lepe to make a visit to Escape into Fiction on Saturday, March 23, 4 PM

"Coming this Saturday!!!   3/23/24 at 3 PM

Meet and Greet for Jessica Lepe and her Debut book Flirty Little Secret!"

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Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/C4qH24iPnLA/

Check out Jessica's author page ->  https://authorjessicalepe.com/

Jessica Lepe to make a visit to Escape into Fiction on Saturday, March 23, 4 PM

Big things happening at the Children's Museum of Franklin

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Get your tickets now for the Night at the Museum Gala

View this email in your browser Friends, Big things are coming here at Children's Museum of Franklin and we are so grateful to have you along for the journey. We've seen thousands of you at our Mobile Museum events, bringing us joy and energy as we grow this community. Thanks to all those who were able to join us this past Saturday at the Annie Sullivan Middle School. Your support through participation in the below events and generous donations are essential to help us expand our reach and community. Now is the time, especially, to secure your tickets to our upcoming benefit event! More to come soon, but, until then, read on! Attend our benefit event  night out for a great cause! Join emcee Kevin Lemanowicz of Boston 25 for an evening of live world-class jazz music, great food and drinks, exhibit fun and more. Have fun with friends: send this info along to your friends and attend as a group! Learn more and get tickets here!

"Where's the Toast?" Memory Cafe on Wednesday, March 20 at 1 PM

"Where's The Toast" Memory Cafe

Hello All,

We hope you will join us at our "Where's The Toast" Memory Cafe on Wednesday, March 20 at 1 PM.  

PLEASE RSVP so we know how many guests to expect.  

We look forward to seeing you all!

Ariel

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Ariel Doggett

Programming / Volunteer Coordinator

Phone: 508-520-4945

Fax: 508-520-4917

https://www.franklinma.gov/fsc

The Hockomock Area YMCA Held Its Reach Out Annual Campaign At Gillette Stadium

The Hockomock Area YMCA held its annual Campaign Breakfast, a long-standing tradition held at Gillette Stadium’s Putnam Club in Foxborough.  

The Hockomock Area YMCA is more than a place; it is a cause that is committed to strengthening communities. The Y’s annual fundraising campaign, known as Reach Out, ensures this non-profit organization continues to address emerging and critical human needs across the 15 communities they serve.

Farzin Karim, chair of the Board of Directors at the Hockomock Area YMCA provided welcoming remarks and shared her personal story of receiving a scholarship to attend the Y as a young girl, “The Y was there in my time of need and that’s exactly what we’re here to do this morning, be there for someone in their time of need,” said Karim. “None of this would be possible without all of you – our family, our friends, our neighbors, and our community leaders.  There’s collective strength and power in us coming together to serve the needs of those in our community and to make a difference in people’s lives. That need has never been greater.”  

Board of Director Angela Davis shared the Hockomock Y’s community impact noting, “Last year, this YMCA provided $3.3 million in confidential financial assistance, providing opportunities for people in need to participate at our Hockomock Y.  Additionally, 40,000 meals and 25,000 bags of groceries were distributed.  These numbers are incredible, but we must never lose sight of the fact that behind every one of these numbers is a person, a life, a story.” 

 

Congressman Auchincloss during his remarks

The event’s guest speaker was Congressman Jake Auchincloss. Congressman Auchincloss remarked, “The Hockomock Area YMCA serves as a cornerstone of our community, enriching the lives of individuals and families and contributing to the overall well-being and vitality of this area.”  Reflecting on his visit to the Y in 2020 during the pandemic, Auchincloss shared, “The Hockomock Y was providing food, emergency child care for first responders, and a safe place for students to participate in remote learning. The Y was there to meet whatever need arose. Quite simply, the Y provides opportunities in a way that no one else can. They can’t do this work alone and that’s why we are here today. Please help answer the call by making a donation to this incredible cause.”  

YMCA members receiving financial assistance shared their stories of how the Y has impacted their lives. Christina, a grandmother raising her grandchildren, shared, “The YMCA has become a cherished part of our journey. They have demonstrated the profound impact that kindness and support can have. The amazing thing is that my grandchildren had the ability to attend Y programs without anyone knowing we received support.  You all make that happen for hundreds of families.”

The Hockomock Y’s Board of Directors issued a $50,000 challenge to event attendees, matching all leadership gifts of $500 or more at the event.

Congressman Auchincloss (left) pictured with Hockomock Area YMCA Board Chair Farzin Karim and Hockomock Area YMCA CEO Jim Downs

Jim Downs, Hockomock Area YMCA CEO thanked attendees for being at this event, believing in and supporting the Y’s mission saying, “Reach Out is the centerpiece of how we provide for our YMCA mission every day and helps make it possible to deliver so many important, vital programs and services. My commitment to you and our 15 area communities is that our YMCA will continue to be here when the need is greatest to serve our communities and to serve them with compassion."

The Hockomock Y’s goal is to raise $1.5 million for this year’s campaign. The Breakfast event raised $224,000, bringing the total raised to date to $451,000 for this year’s campaign.  To make a gift or learn how you can volunteer, visit www.hockymca.org/give

The Hockomock Y provides a safety net for thousands of individuals and families facing challenges.  The Y encourages members, volunteers, neighbors and friends in the community to join them in making a gift and raising funds to provide confidential financial assistance to those facing challenges.  The Y is guided every day to remain focused on how best to respond to the emerging needs of the community it serves.

About Hockomock Area YMCA:

The Hockomock Area YMCA is an organization of men, women, and children sharing a commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility. 

Our YMCA is committed to partnering and collaborating with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 15 communities we are privileged to serve. The Hockomock Area YMCA is a not-for-profit charitable cause-driven organization with facilities in North Attleboro, Foxboro, Franklin, and Mansfield. For more information visit www.hockymca.org/our-cause/

 

Note: I was one of the more than 600 participants for this wonderful event. 

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Tuesday, Mar 19, 2024

• 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 6, Verizon 26) = TUESDAY

7:30 am Joe Landry: Hurricane of 1938

9:00 am Mental Health: Amy Frigulietti

10:00 am Frank Presents: Brian Cousins

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Brownies

12:30 pm Second Sunday Speaker Series: Valentine Cards

1:00 pm Pizzapalooza: Meat-Lovers Pt. 1

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 5

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Spring 2019 Show 2

3:30 pm Riffin' on Main Street: Katherine Kennedy

4:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts

5:30 pm Physician Focus: Oral Health

6:00 pm Senior Connection: Spaghetti Bolognese

7:00 pm Martin Luther King: Music and Spoken Word

8:30 pm Franklin Fallen Heroes

9:30 pm Franklin Art Association: Dave Kaphammer

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel        (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = TUESDAY

7:00 am Public School Event: Lifelong Music Pt. 1 01-28-19

9:00 am Public School Event: Remington Winter Music 2022

11:30 am Franklin Rec Basketball" 6th - 8th Grade Girls Championship

2:00 pm Mental Health: Amy Frigulietti

3:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts

4:30 pm FHS Girls Varsity Basketball v Andover 02-29-24

6:30 pm FHS Pops Night 2023

8:30 pm FHS Boys Varsity Hockey v Xaverian 03-07-24

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = TUESDAY

8:00 am School Committee 03-05-24

12:00 pm Economic Development 03-13-24

2:00 pm School Committee 03-05-24

7:00 pm School Committee  LIVE, Chambers  846 1400 8113 Code 481745

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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Next Newcomers & Friends meeting features Hellen & Giguere - April 3 - Not just for Newcomers . . .

Join us at our next bi-monthly gathering on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.

Please join us as we host Franklin’s Town Administrator Jamie Helen, and Franklin’s School District Superintendent Lucas Giguere. They’ll be updating us on what’s going on in our town and in our schools. Take advantage of this great opportunity to get answers firsthand … bring your questions!

We’re meeting a week earlier than usual to accommodate our speakers. This is one of our favorite events of the year … join us to learn new things, meet new friends and have fun in our community.

We meet at Escape Into Fiction from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. The bookstore is in downtown Franklin, 12 Main Street. Arrive early to take advantage of their wonderful selection of books, puzzles, games and gifts for all ages. Light refreshments will be served.

Next Newcomers & Friends meeting features Hellen & Giguere - April 3  - Not just for Newcomers . . .

We are a multi-generational, member-driven organization and are always excited to welcome new faces and new ideas. Residents of Franklin, or any surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers Club, are welcome to join us. In addition to our bi-monthly meetings, we hold fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

Look for us on social media for more information: https://www.meetup.com/franklin-newcomers-friends/ https://www.facebook.com/FranklinNewcomersFriendsClub

Sense and Sound Robotics team, based in Franklin, won the MA FIRST Tech Challenge State Championship

Sense and Sound Robotics, a community-based FIRST Tech Challenge robotics team, won the Massachusetts State Championship on March 9 and is advancing to the World Championship in Houston next month to represent the Commonwealth.

The team is made up of 8th through 12th graders from surrounding communities who compete in the FIRST Tech Challenge, a robotics competition where students learn to think like engineers. Teams design, build, and code robots to compete in an alliance format against other teams. Robots are built from a reusable platform, powered by Android technology, and can be coded using Java. 

Sense and Sound Robotics group

A new challenge is presented annually, requiring a new robot build and hours of testing and problem solving. Team members build 2-3 times per week in a lab in Franklin, MA, where they are mentored by local engineers. The students are responsible for all aspects of the robot build and coding, including tracking their efforts in an engineering design notebook. Older students also mentor younger students in physics, math, computer programming, and engineering to create a successful design. 

robot with the 1st place trophy

Each match is three minutes in length and includes a 30 second autonomous period where the robot must be preprogrammed to complete certain tasks, followed by a two and half minute driver-controlled period. 

In this year’s challenge, robots had to pick up and stack different colored multi-sided pixels in various patterns on a backboard. During the last 30 seconds of the match, the robot had to launch a paper airplane into a landing zone and then suspend themselves from rigging on the playing field.

As a community-based team, the Sense and Sound Robotics does not receive any funding from the school or town, and so they have launched a fundraising campaign to raise the $33,000 necessary to compete at Worlds. Expenses include team registration, travel for the team, transport for the robot and supplies, and additional robot parts needed to compete. Both corporate sponsorship and individual donations are welcome. 

Sense and Sound Robotics is a 501c3 organization. You can donate to the team or learn more about sponsorship at www.senseandsoundrobotics.org. You can read more about FIRST Tech Challenge at www.firstinspires.org.