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Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Franklin Public Library: News & Events for August 2024 for Adults
Calling all Swifties! Party at Raillery scheduled for Aug 13
"Come join us for a Swiftie Party! Buffet will be $20 per person!
Call to reserve your spot!"
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Calling all Swifties! Party at Raillery scheduled for Aug 13 |
Sign up now for the Blood Drive at Teddy Gallagher's - Aug 17
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Sign up now for the Blood Drive |
Via Teddy Gallagher's Pub
"Plenty of slots left! Sign up today and make a difference in a child’s life"
The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds Commemorates Women’s Equality Day
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Women’s Equality Day |
Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Wednesday, July 31, 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 my conversation with disability advocate Ali Rheaume -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/07/talking-accessibility-enhancements-with.html
- In this episode hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi talk about good and bad updates on wine -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/07/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode_0603531989.html
- This slot features the latest Chalkboard Chat session with School Committee Chair Dave Callaghan as we catch up to the school budget status and redistricting -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/07/this-chalkboard-chat-catches-us-up-on.html
- Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = WEDNESDAY
- Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = WEDNESDAY
- Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = WEDNESDAY
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Tuesday, July 30, 2024
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Tuesday, July 30, 2024?
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars
Fallen Hero Recognition: Anthony J. Mucciarone, Jr., World War II - July 30, 2024 at 9 AM
Staff Sergeant Anthony J. Mucciarone, Jr., U.S. Army, was born on July 28, 1924 son of Anthony, Sr. and Vera Mucciarone. Anthony lived at 31 Cleveland Avenue with his parents, two brothers and one sister. Anthony attended the Franklin Public Schools ,was a member of the Franklin High School class of 1942 but left high school at the end of his junior year. Anthony entered the army on April 23, 1943.
Staff Sgt Anthony J. Mucciarone, Jr. rose in rank from buck private to staff sergeant in two months and was awarded a citation for personal and group heroism for his combat participation with the invasion forces in Normandy, commencing on June 6, 1944. He was a member of the 29th Infantry Division which captured St. Lo after almost continuous combat since its landing in Normandy on D-Day. Staff Sgt Anthony J. Mucciarone, Jr. was also a member of the 116th regiment of the 29th which successfully attacked a heavily fortified and strongly defended beach in the vicinity of Vievill-sur-Mer. The Corps Commander cited the 29th’s repeated “personal and group heroism and its unflagging devotion to duty which overcame discomfiture, fatigue and determined resistance of a resourceful enemy.”
Staff Sgt Anthony J. Mucciarone, Jr. died in combat in France on July 30, 1944 at age 20 years. Anthony rests eternally in the Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, France.
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/08/franklin-fallen-heroes-series.html
First Universalist Society in Franklin – August Summer Services
First Universalist Society in Franklin (FUSF) is pleased to announce our Summer Sunday Worship Series for August 4, 2024 through August 25, 2024. Please join us each Sunday as we explore the Unitarian Universalist (UU) values of Equity, Transformation, Generosity, Interdependence, Justice, Pluralism and Love. All services start at 10:00 AM. Afterwards, we invite you to stay for cookies and conversation.
The First Universalist Society in Franklin is a Unitarian Universalist Welcoming Congregation located at 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin MA. For further information about FUSF please explore our website at fusf.org or contact our Interim Minister, the Reverend Beverly Waring at 508- 528- 5348 or minister@fusf.org.
August 4, 2024: Embracing Differences and Commonalities
The Unitarian Universalist Value of Pluralism encourages us to “embrace our differences and commonalities with Love, curiosity, and respect.” Bobbi Gerlits, one of FUSF’s lay leaders, has been reflecting on this value for the past few months. Her journey toward a better understanding of pluralism has been shaped by the Sunday before Thanksgiving, three libraries, Henry David Thoreau, rules, Norman Rockwell, and a housewarming gift. Come and hear how each of these played a role in Bobbi’s journey these past few months.
August 11, 2024: Winds of Change
Change can be a whirlwind. Some see transformation as an exciting new chapter in life and accept it freely like a breath of fresh air. Others may find change frightening and difficult to embrace. In considering the range of emotions we all experience on this topic, where would you place yourself when you reflect on transformations you’ve made throughout life? How many times have you freely chosen change and how many times has personal change been driven by life’s circumstances? Please join FUSF Lay Leader, Deb Prudhomme in the exploration, reflection, and embrace of the winds of change.
August 18, 2024: An Expression of Love
FUSF Lay leaders, Stirling and Brian Cousins, believe our shared UU Value of Transformation calls on each of us to collectively transform ourselves and to grow spiritually and ethically. In this sermon they will explore how the personal choices we all make enable us to undergo ethical transformation related to our relationship with the interdependent web of life (Value of Interdependence). They will further discuss how transformation applied to the ethics of our personal choices is a full expression of Love.
August 25, 2024: Minister Rev. Bev
FUSF Interim Minister, the Rev. Beverly Waring (Rev. Bev.) is back in the pulpit and looks forward to seeing you.
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First Universalist Society in Franklin – August Summer Services |
Talking accessibility enhancements with Ali Rheaume - 07/25/24 (audio)
FM #1253 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1253 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares my recorded conversation with Franklin resident, artist, and disability advocate Ali Rheaume. We had our conversation via the Zoom conference bridge on Thursday, July 25, 2023.
Our conversation covers the accessibility enhancements
to the MBTA Franklin/Dean Station
other Franklin Projects (parks, trails, etc.)
American Disability Act signing anniversary, July 26
We also talk about the Rise Up group meeting monthly on the 3rd Saturday for those navigating life with disability. The group is also open to advocates and community members.
The recording runs about 30 minutes so let’s listen to my conversation with Ali Rheaume. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1253-ali-rheaume-disability-enhancements-07-25-24/
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MBTA press release on Franklin/Dean raised platform
Rise Up group page -> https://alirheaume.com/rise-up
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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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Ali awaiting a train at the MBTA Franklin/Dean Station |
Franklin Public Library: News & Special Events for August 2024 for Teens
Town Administrator's Office Update - Renovations Underway
Town Administrator's Office Update - Renovations
In-person access to the Town Administration office is temporarily unavailable due to renovations
We will resume in-person access on Monday, August 12th
Staff are working remotely during regular office hours and are available by phone, email or appointment (at another location). Town Administrator's Office Update - Renovations
MAIN OFFICE PHONE: (508) 520-4949
- JAMIE HELLEN: (508) 553-4887 / jhellen@franklinma.gov
- AMY FRIGULIETTI: (508) 553-4886 / afrigulietti@franklinma.gov
- CORY SHEA: (508) 553-5501 / cshea@franklinma.gov
- JULIE MCCANN: (508) 553-4885 / jmccann@franklinma.gov
- JARED MILLER: (508) 553-4888 / jmiller@franklinma.gov
- MARK CEREL: (508) 520-4949
HOURS OF OPERATION:
- MONDAY 8AM - 4PM
- TUESDAY 8AM - 4PM
- WEDNESDAY 8AM - 6PM
- THURSDAY 8AM - 4PM
- FRIDAY 8AM - 1PM
WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/town-administrators-office-update-renovations
Save the date: Friends of the Poor Walk scheduled for Sep 28
Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities at the Senior Center, DPW, Treasurer/Collector, & Facilities
Job Opportunities
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.
Part-Time Van Driver (2 positions) - Franklin Senior Center
Deputy Director - Franklin Senior Center
Treasurer/Collector - Office of the Treasurer/Collector
Mechanic - Department of Public Works
Heavy Motor Equipment Operator - Department of Public Works
Junior Building Custodian - Facilities Department
Part Time and Substitute Custodians - Facilities Department
Updated 07/22/2024
If you do not have a resume, you may send a completed Application for Employment instead.
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/human-resources/pages/job-opportunities
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Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities at the Senior Center, DPW, Treasurer/Collector, & Facilities |
2024 Franklin High School Boys' & Girls' Basketball Golf Tournament - Sep 23, 2024
- SHOTGUN start at 8:30 am, REGISTRATION starts at 8:00 AM
- GREAT FUN AND GREAT FRIENDS
- WIN PRIZES!- WINNING TEAM, LONGEST DRIVE, CLOSEST TO THE PIN, RAFFLES, & AUCTION.
- Hole in One prizes sponsored by AUDI NORWELL. Play for a chance to win a 2yr lease of an Audi Q4 Etron from AUDI NORWELL with a Hole in One.
- LUNCH INCLUDED ON THE COURSE
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2024 Franklin High School Boys' & Girls' Basketball Golf Tournament - Sep 23, 2024 |
Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Tuesday, July 30, 2024
- wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Tuesday
2 hours. An insightful tour of Jazz Greats in a golden era
- Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = TUESDAY
- Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = TUESDAY
- Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = TUESDAY
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