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Local Woman Thinks Outside the Box It took Donna Purnell over 30 years to tell her parents about her special talent, one she and her husband had kept secret for years.

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At age 47, Donna, a hockey Mom, teacher and CCD instructor told her parents and brother that she was escape artist “Alexanderia the Great,” and she’d be performing an escape in her home town of Dedham to raise money for Dedham Athletics.

By J.D. O’Gara Ask Peter Brunelli if anything’s different in this year’s St. Rocco’s Feast from the last, and the first thing he mentions is the food. He knows everything that will be served, down to the last ingredient. Take the calzones, for example.

“They really didn’t know what to say,” she laughs. “The only other person on this planet who knew besides me and Bill had been my sister-in-law.” Nowadays, “Alexanderia the Great,” of Medway, Mass., has gained national acclaim for her performances in the 2013 NBC show “America’s Got Talent,” making it all the way to the live final competition at Radio City Music Hall. “She was my junior prom date,” says Bill Purnell. “I was 16, and

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Medway woman Donna Purnell, or “Alexanderia the Great,” recently received national acclaim as an escape artist on America’s Got Talent. Purnell escapes have rivaled Houdini’s, and she’s a pioneer in the field of escape artistry for women.

Food is what the annual Feast of St. Rocco is all about. That, and family. This year marks the 35th anniversary of the feast, which takes place across from the Franklin Town Common behind the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter School. Brunelli, who takes care of all of the food ordering, is one of the original organizers of the event. This year, he’s working with Michael DeGrazia, Thomas Olsen, and Frank Fiorillo. One

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Cub Scouts Visit Battleship Cove Cub Scout Pack 126, of Franklin, Mass. recently made a trip to Battleship Cove, in Fall River, Massachusetts, to explore the world’s largest collection of historic naval ships. After touring the battleship Massachusetts, destroyer Joseph P. Kennedy Jr., submarine Lionfish, PT Boats 617 & 796 and the Russian missile corvette Hiddensee, the scouts, their parents and adult leaders spent the night of June 22nd on board the famous USS Massachusetts.

Battleship Cove’s Nautical Nights program included a knot-tying class, storyteller, living history presenter, major motion pictures and Morse Code class. The trip has enabled the scouts to better understand and appreciate the sacrifices made by veterans of all military branches in all wars. “The staff at Battleship Cove was terrific in all aspects of our trip. They are a courteous, accommodating group of people that helped make our trip so successful,” says John Houlihan, an adult leader with Pack 126.

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she had pool in backyard, and to impress her, I did a rope tie and jumped in. She said, ‘Oh, I can do that.’ I said, ‘No, you can’t. I’ve read all these books.’ So she tried it. I expected to save her, but she got out in half the time I did.” Since then, it became a passion for the couple. Although Bill wanted Donna to take it to a more public level, Donna was hesitant. “ I said ‘No, I want to go to school. I want to go to college. Teachers are conservative.’ Plus, there were no women doing it. The women who were involved in magic were box jumpers. I didn’t want to do that.” Teach she did, and later, she ran a family day care, while raising her three children. As Alex puts it, like

Local Town Pages www.franklintownnews.com most family women, she put her hobby on a back burner, especially when times got tougher. Her daycare business slowed, and then, Bill, after 26 years in higher education, was laid off. “She got really down. She needed something for her confidence,” says Bill, who had felt for years she should do something with her talent. Now, reinvention, as it is nowadays for many mid-lifers, says Bill, seemed necessary. “I knew how blue she was, and I said, ‘You could really do this. You could knock it out of the park,’” says Bill. After encouraging consultations with professional escape artists, Bill says Donna “was still really on fence. Being outstanding meant standing out. It was not something she wanted to do.” In addition, he says, “She looks like a soccer mom.

She isn’t a size 2. She isn’t 23.” Alex agreed to let Bill post one of her escapes on YouTube, with the stipulation that if she were to get negative comments, he would take it down. He agreed, but told her that if it took off, she had to do agree to do WEAR, the World Escape Artist Relay created in 2005 to commemorate Houdini’s death. At WEAR, escape artists worldwide perform escapes within a 24-hour period. She agreed, and he posted the video. “It blew up,” says Bill. “There were just really positive comments. People weren’t looking at her. They were looking at what she was doing.” Bill says he thinks Alex’s initial reluctance had to do with women’s inability to see themselves in a positive light. “I really haven’t had anything negative said about what I do at all,” says Alex. “All my friends have supported me. My family has supported me. My kids have supported me, and Bill’s my biggest champion, so it’s really fun.” Alexanderia points out that she and Bill work as a team. “Since day one, we train worst case scenario,” says the escape artist, who has trained in free diving and to become scuba certified, all the while with Bill’s support.

“We have a ball doing this,” says Bill Purnell, who works as a team with his wife “Alexanderia the Great,” escape artist from Medway.

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“It’s taken me a real long time to try to show people this,” says Alexanderia, who hopes to use her experience to teach and plans to do some work with Girls, Inc. She’s had some experience.

the struggle. It’s a metaphor for life. You equip yourself the best you can, and if you fail, you find another way.”

As a CCD teacher, her Monsignor asked her to perform for a boys’ youth group.

Alexanderia likes to remind her audience that the real keys to escaping the box they’re in – the head and the heart – are in everyone’s possession.

“I did a presentation on Houdini,” she says,” about being able to step out and be who you are and to reinvent yourself and go back and do it again. You go out and give it your best attempt, and if you fail, you go up and try again. It’s really about

“You arm yourself with knowledge, and the heart is the passion, and the courage to do it. I had the age box. I had the gender box. I had the size box. My hope is to maybe inspire others to help them to get out of their boxes.”

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Military Historian Visits Franklin Area, Says Thank You By MarJOrie Turner HOLLMan Military Historian John Wukovitz’s visit to the Franklin area was a “thank you” to Franklin resident Linda Hardin, whose uncle, Charles Natter, features prominently in his recently published book, For Crew and Country. He spoke to a standing room only crowd recently at Bellingham’s Barnes & Noble bookstore. “When I write, I like to focus on characters, rather than events,” Wukovitz explained. “Charles

died saving his shipmates, so I wasn’t able to interview him. But I tracked Linda down and asked for her help. When she called back a few weeks later to tell me she had found boxes of Charles’s letters, and other items connected to her uncle, it was the best call I’d received in my life. Even though Charles was wounded twice during the battle of Leyte Gulf in 1944, he swam fifty yards through heavy seas six to eight times to bring others back to his life raft before the sharks got him. This

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Star Players of Bristol County to Present Cats! The Star Players of Bristol County are proud to present Andrew Lloyd Webber’s mega hit musical, CATS, which will be presented for seven performances, August 9 – 18 at the air conditioned and handicap accessible Gerald A. Croteau Theater at the Friedman Middle School in Taunton. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling the Box Office at (508) 821-2524 or online at www.StarPlayersBC.com. Based on T.S. Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, with music by the world famous composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, CATS has won acclaim the world over, including seven Tony Awards in 1983, including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical, Best Lighting, and Best Costumes. CATS first opened on May 11, 1981 at the New London Theatre in London’s West End. 3,358 performances later, the show celebrated its first milestone as the longest running musical in the history of London Theatre. The show closed twenty-one years after its opening on May 11, 2002 and remains the fourth longest running show in London’s theater history. In October of 1991 CATS became the longest touring show in American theatre history, and thirty-one years the later, the show has been seen on five continents, in 26 countries, and by over eight and half million audience members, as well as by countless numbers of viewers of the 1998 film version of the show produced by Andrew Lloyd Webber; thus making CATS both one of America and the world’s most beloved musicals, that even in 2013 remains as revolutionary and awe inspiring as ever. The Star Player’s production of CATS is produced by Joel O. Thayer and Brian Simons. The cast is beautifully directed by

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The festival boasts everything from eggplant Parmesan to Belgian waffles and everything inbetween. Seafood lovers will enjoy fresh quahogs, clam chowder, clam cakes and fried seafood, and landlubbers can opt for the famous “Rocco Dinner” of chicken, corn and fries or onion rings, perhaps with a side of Phyllis’ homemade Italian tomato salad. Variety ensues with toasted ravioli, freshsqueezed lemonade, fried dough, mozzarella sticks, and of course, an array of Italian pastries, including lobster tails.

former volunteer, Vinny DeBaggis, passed away this year, says Brunelli, but his favorite pastry, Baba-rum, will be featured at the Italian pastry booth. “We haven’t’ had that in years, but it was his favorite,” says Brunelli. “Where he’s no longer with us, his grandkids and his wife, Alma, wanted to bring that one back.” A number of other classic Italian pastries will be on hand, as well as such foods as fried dough, Italian sausages, Italian meatballs, manicotti and calzones, eggplant parmesan, fried clams, clam chowder and clam cakes, stuffed quahogs, toasted ravioli, buffalo wings and corn, just to name a few and not mentioning the festival standbys of

The North-End style Feast celebrates Saint Rocco, the patron saint of the sick and impoverished, who was born (with a red cross birthmark) in Montpelier, France toward the end of the 13th century. Saint Rocco is said

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35th Annual Feast of St. Rocco August 8 - 11 Schedule of Events

Maggie the Clown 3-5 p.m. Entertainment on the bandstand: DJ Bobby Costello, 1:30-4:30- p.m.

Sunday, August 4 Opening Mass – 10:30am Thursday, August 8 6-10 p.m. All rides open, limited food available (hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, soda) Friday, August 9 6-11 p.m., All rides and food booths open

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to have inherited great wealth, but gave up his material possessions. A man of great faith, he is said to have devoted his time and effort to the infirm, healing the sick. A statue of St. Rocco, donated by Nick Verna in 1959, stands on the grounds where the annual Feast is held. As a child, Nick had been very ill. His mother took him to a shrine of St. Rocco, and when he recovered, she believed that Verna had the patron saint to thank for his life. The St. Rocco statue, in fact, is featured as part of the festival on the final day, when, after a 10:30 a.m. mass, a procession will carry the statue back to the festival grounds. Opening Mass for the celebration will be held at 10:30 a.m. on August 4th, the Sunday prior to the feast, followed a Mass for

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Franklin Public Library August 2013 regularly scheduled summer reading children’s Programs All ages are welcome and no registration is required. every tuesday Family Storytime for all ages at 10:30 a.m. Join us for thirty minutes of stories, fingerplays, and music the whole family will enjoy. every thursday Drop-In Craft at 10:30 a.m. Our summer theme is “Dig Into Reading” so drop-in and see what crafts we have dug up for you! thursday, august 1st Get ready for the beach by coloring your own “Surf’s Up” poster, making a paper lantern, and doing a scratch art fish ornament. thursday, august 8th Dig into your imagination by making a paper bag puppet and see what critters you can make when you “create with a plate”. thursday, august 15th Summer Reading logs are due

in the library by August 19th! Decorate a book bag to carry home the free book you get when you finish the program and design a bookmark to put inside. thursday, august 22nd Make a creepy, crawly caterpillar out of a clothespin and build an oozy, gooey mosaic cookie out of candy. Special Summer Reading Children’s Programs All ages are welcome and no registration is required. Pumpernickel Puppets Wednesday, august 7th at 1 p.m. John McDonough brings his cast of colorful puppets to retell the beloved tale of “Peter Rabbit.” Franklin School for the Performing Arts monday, august 12th at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy a puppet show followed by a special musical performance by the Franklin School for Performing Arts.

Hands on Nature Wednesday, august 14h at 1 p.m. Hands on Nature is a non-profit organization that educates children about nature. They will present their “Underground Mammals” program and teach us how to make our own burrow.

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Bring the raffle tickets you earned reading all summer to the big bash! We will have great prizes to win with your tickets, a pizza buffet, music, henna tattoos, and more!

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Franklin High Graduates Receive Middlesex Savings Scholarships Dana M. Neshe, President of the Middlesex Savings Charitable Foundation, has announced that Victoria Bernardini of Franklin is recipient of the seventh annual A. James Lavoie Scholarship. The $5,000 award is named in honor of Mr. Lavoie, former president of Middlesex Savings Bank, who was deeply committed to the support of education. Bernardini, a graduate of Franklin High, will attend UMass-Dartmouth. She plans to concentrate on the history and cultures of the Middle East, and she hopes to spend a year of study abroad. Neshe also announced that Katherine Nazzaro, also a Franklin High grad, is one of 30 students to receive a $1,000 scholarship grant from the foundation. Nazzaro will attend Bridgewater State University. An independent committee se-

lected Bernardini for the Lavoie Scholarship for her essay in response to “If you could do one thing to improve the quality of life in your community, what would it be and how would you do it?” Bernardini proposed a peer-topeer counseling program she named “High School Journey… Seriously.” As a learning-disabled student whose dyslexia came to light in grade school, Bernardini followed an Individualized Education Program (IEP) through Franklin High and overcame her difficulties in reading and math. But in freshman and sophomore years she did not take her studies seriously. She explained that she would have benefited greatly from a program in which upperclassmen advised younger students on how to realize their academic potential and improve their prospects for admission to college.

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both a mature understanding of high school education’s importance and a clear, realistic path to helping young people reach their full potential. We also salute her for perseverance in her own studies, and we wish her the very best at UMass-Dartmouth and in her future endeavors.” The Foundation also announced the names of 29 other students from public, charter, and vocational high schools in the area who received $1,000 scholarship

grants. Selection criteria included academic merit, financial need, community service, and personal improvement. The Middlesex Savings Charitable Foundation was established in 2000 through an endowment provided by Middlesex Savings Bank to ensure funding of scholarships and worthy non-profits in any economic climate. Over $325,000 has been distributed to date through the scholarship program.

Bernardini’s plan envisioned a series of seminars by a cadre of senior-class volunteers who would explain the school’s academic expectations and stress the importance of setting high standards – including consistent class participation, homework, cumulative grade point average, and SAT scores – beginning in freshman year. “We’re pleased to award this year’s A. James Lavoie Scholarship to Victoria Bernardini,” said Neshe. “Her essay demonstrated

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Franklin School for the Performing Arts FSPA project dance celebrates success inaugural year FRANKLIN – Project Dance, the interdisciplinary dance program launched at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) last fall, celebrates a successful inaugural year. With a host of innovative features, Project Dance is the brainchild of FSPA faculty members, Casey Harkness Andrade and Jenny Oliver, who serve as program coordinators. Offered to students in grades 3 and up, Project Dance enables students to build their own individualized programs by drawing upon the many complimentary dance disciplines, classes and performance opportunities offered at FSPA. FSPA Project Dancers made their performance debut with an energetic flash mob on the streets of downtown Franklin during the annual Harvest Festival celebration last September and later reprised the flash mob in Hudson during the Downtown Trick or Treat at Halloween. Special field trips included

the Dance Olympus convention in Randolph. Students also participated in master classes with guest artists at FSPA. In January several Project Dancers traveled to New York City for a special weekend of workshops led by Broadway performers, choreographers and dance captains through FSPA’s collaboration with Broadway Artists Alliance of NYC. FSPA students also may audition for the school’s two dance companies. The senior ensemble, CenterStage, makes an annual performance trip to Walt Disney World. The year culminated in a Project Dance Showcase at FSPA Hudson, featuring original jazz, lyrical, modern and contemporary choreography. Project Dancers select core classes in ballet, jazz and/or modern and choose from an array of electives in tap, hip-hop, lyrical, dance for musical theater, Horton Technique or Andrade’s own Casey’s Class, focusing on strengthening, stretching

and conditioning, with an emphasis on jumps and turns. Oliver teaches Horton Technique, which also builds strength and flexibility and supports the more strenuous demands of a classical ballet dancer. Whether across dance disciplines or within a genre-specific repertoire, class preparation builds a strong technical foundation and fosters artistic growth and development.

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St.Vincent DePaul Franklin Resident Promoted to Monthly Food Senior VP at Belmont Savings Collection August 3 & 4 The Society of St. Vincent dePaul of St. Mary’s Church in Franklin will hold its monthly food collection at all Masses the weekend of August 3 and 4, 2013. Items may be may be left in the Conference Room located downstairs in the rear of the church itself any time on these dates. If it’s more convenient, donations may be left in the marked boxes at the main doors. This month, our pantry needs crackers, cereal, pasta sauce,

toothpaste, ketchup, mustard and relish. SVdP’s pantry cannot accept candy, soda, dented cans, anything perishable or beyond its expiration date and all donations must be in the original packaging. Items in these categories must be discarded. St. Vincent dePaul helps anyone who asks for assistance by doing what it can to make life easier for those in need. Thank you for your concern and compassion.

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The Harvest Festival will be held rain or shine, and booth space is limited. The booth fee for nonPartnership members is $125, and the food vendor fee is $185. A late charge of $35 will be added for all registrations received after September 1 if booth space is still available. Interested vendors are encouraged to sign up early since booth spaces usually sell out.

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Franklin School for the Performing Arts Slates Open Houses The Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) will hold a series of Open Houses for prospective students and families during the month of August. The community is invited to tour the downtown facility, speak with faculty and staff and learn about FSPA programs in music, dance and drama. Students are also encouraged to try a complimentary class. Open Houses will be held at 38 Main Street in Franklin on Tuesday, August 6 from 12-3 p.m., on Wednesday, August 14 from 4-7 p.m. and on Wednesday, August 28 from 4-8 p.m. The August 6th Open House also will feature hands-on demonstrations by FSPA’s Little Music School that are geared to children of specific ages. Children ages 18-24 months are encouraged to visit at noon, children ages 2 and 3 years at 12:30 p.m., and children ages 4 and 5 years at 1 p.m.

specialized classes for boys, adults and beginner teens. Expanded dance offerings include Character Dance, Horton Technique and Dance for Musical Theater. Performance opportunities for dancers include two dance companies, the interdisciplinary Project Dance program and the Ballet Conservatory Repertoire Series. Student dancers also may elect to audition for The Nutcracker, an annual holiday tradition presented by the Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC), with live, professional orchestra. formance opportunities. FSPA programs serve students pursuing music, dance or drama for college and career, as well as those who enjoy the arts for recreation. FSPA’s Music Department provides private voice and instrumental instruction (in all brass, string percussion and wind instruments), along with group voice classes, theory, ear training and composition classes, as well as chamber music, jazz and percussion en-

sembles. Performing opportunities for singers include the FSPA Glee Club, studio voice recitals, opera scenes, acoustic coffee houses and musical theater showcases. FSPA’s innovative Little Music School teaches children as young as 18 months to play the piano and offers fun and engaging general music classes for children ages 1-5.

Fall classes begin on September 9 and registration for all programs is ongoing. For more information or to request a course catalogue, call (508) 528-8668 or visit www.fspaonline.com.

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Golf Clinic for Children with Special Needs to Be Hosted by TPC Boston On Monday, August 5th, the Hockomock Area YMCA will hold golf clinics at the championship golf course, TPC Boston in Norton for its Integration Initiative participants and their siblings. These youth will enjoy a unique experience of receiving golf lessons from the professional staff at TPC Boston and an opportunity for the kids to play this world class course. Area sports legends will also attend to show support of this program and be a part of the day. In October, the generosity of TPC Boston, the Hockomock Area YMCA will host its 3rd Legends Golf Classic to raise funds for the Y’s Integration Initiative. The Hockomock Area YMCA’s Integration Initiative was established in 2004 providing children with special needs an opportunity to participate

with their typically developing peers in all the programs, services, and activities offered at the Y. The program is designed to improve social skills build selfesteem, increase physical activity, and independence and to enhance mutual respect among people of all abilities. To date, over 600 families have participated in the YMCA’s innovative integration program. Through the generosity of TPC Boston, this day will introduce or enhance interest in the game of golf to young people, those with and without disabilities. This event will allow the Hockomock Area YMCA to raise awareness in the community regarding the YMCA’s Integration Initiative and the importance of integrated opportunities for those with special needs. All who attend this event will be

able to celebrate the real life impact the Integration Initiative has each day in the fifteen communities the Hockomock Area YMCA serves. about the hockomock area ymca The Hockomock Area YMCA is a not-for-profit charitable community service organization with facilities in North Attleboro, Foxboro, Franklin, and the Mansfield Arts & Education Center, serving more than 33,000 members from 15 local communities. about tPc boston Originally designed by the legendary Arnold Palmer, TPC Boston’s award-winning layout was re-designed in 2007 by celebrated golf course architect Gil Hanse, with PGA Tour player

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Franklin Farmers’ Market Open through August The Franklin Farmers' Market on the Town Common continues to provide fresh produce and other products from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. each Friday through November 1st . The number of vendors has almost doubled to 20 since last year, and the market now offers meat and cheese. The event also

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Congratulations Encore Students It is with great pride that Encore Music Academy would like to offer congratulations to the following students for their outstanding achievement in the May Assessment Session for the Royal Conservatory of Music: High Honors with Distinction: Danielle D'Errico of Franklin, MA, age 11 High Honors: Isabella Piso of Franklin, MA, age 10 Kevin Gallant of Foxborough, MA, age 15 Molly Fischer of Franklin, MA, age 11 Honors: Angela Piso of Franklin, MA, age 11

A new standard of excellence in music education and performance has arrived in Franklin, MA, and surrounding towns in the form of a new national, standardized music education program. Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios, located at 3 Bent Street, in Franklin, MA, was recently designated as a Royal Conservatory Music Development Program Founding School and represents the Royal Conservatory Music Development Program in Metro West Boston. The Royal Conservatory Music Development Program provides a recognized national standard of success in music study from beginner to advanced levels. It inspires excellence through individual student assessments that are central to The Program, while also supporting teachers

with high-quality and innovative resources. The RCMDP allows students to measure and celebrate accomplishment and track their progress throughout the country. All students and teachers across the United States are invited to participate, and Encore Music Academy is proud to offer these opportunities at our school and through outreach to the surrounding communities. Students are graded on proficiency in the following areas: Performance; technical requirements; aural skills; rhythm; and, sightreading ability. To learn more about Encore Music Academy and the Royal Conservatory of Music, please visit our website, www.EncoreMusicAcademy.net.

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United Regional Chamber Day at Gillette Stadium Oct. 12 Enjoy a football game at Gillette Stadium at a family friendly price. Join members of The United Regional Chamber of Commerce on Oct. 12 to see the University of Massachusetts Minutemen face the Miami of Ohio Redhawks. This Band Day game will also feature entertainment from high school bands. Kick-off is at 3 p.m. and tickets through UMass cost $10 per person (plus $5 handling charge per order). Parking is free. Visit The United Regional Chamber website at www.unitedregionalchamber.org for more information, or call (508) 222-0801.

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Living Healthy Eyelid Margin Disease By: rOGer M. KaLDawy, M.D. MiLfOrD franKLin eye CenTer Eyelid margin disease including blepharitis occurs when the eyelids become coated with oily particles and bacteria near the base of the eyelashes. This condition is very common and unfortunately, is often misdiagnosed by many eye professionals as allergy, which it is not. With eyelid margin disease the eyelids are inflamed. Symptoms include: Eye and eyelid irritation, itchiness of the eye, redness of the

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Many athletes have been told to stretch before starting a workout, as such a routine prepares the body for physical exertion. But new evidence suggests that stretching before a workout may do more harm than good.

study examined men who did basic squats while lifting barbells. Men who stretched and those who didn't were examined. Those who stretched lifted 8.3 percent less weight than those who skipped stretching.

Several studies now indicate that static stretching, or slowly moving muscles until they start to hurt and then holding the position, may impair strength and speed. One study published in the April 2013 Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research concluded that those who stretch before lifting weights could find themselves feeling wobblier and weaker than expected. Another study at the University of Zagreb in Croatia reviewed 104 studies of people who practiced static stretching as a warm-up. Muscle strength was reduced by more than 5 percent in those who stretched. Another

Many personal trainers now discourage extensive stretching before a workout, feeling that stretching post-workout provides the most benefit. A number of people have long confused stretching with warming up muscles, but static stretching is a different activity from actual muscle warmup, which generally involves low-impact movement of the body. There is no evidence that stretching before a workout makes muscles more limber or reduces the risk of injury during a workout. Some experts liken stretching muscles prior to working out to overstretching a rubber band. The

The town’s needle/syringe disposal kiosk is relocated in the lobby of the DPW office at 257 Fisher Street. The kiosk will be available to residents during normal DPW business hours. To protect the health of personnel servicing the kiosk, absolutely no needles/syringes or muscles may get limp and overworked prematurely and then not be able to perform to peak when power intensity is needed. Others argue that when people engage in stretching, the muscles are actually tightening, rather than relaxing, which may make athletes more prone to injury. Stretching improves flexibility and range of movement. But some fitness experts suggest stretching be reserved for times when exercise will not immediately follow, such as after a workout has been completed.

lancets will be accepted unless they are inside an approved sharps container. Laundry detergent containers, cardboard boxes and plastic bags are not acceptable. Also the needle kiosk is not for the disposal of medications. The Franklin Police Department has a collection bin for res-

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Living Healthy Benefits of Yoga BY ADELINE ALEX So many people do yoga, know of yoga or know someone who practices yoga. A 2012 Yoga Journal study indicated that “8.7 percent of U.S. adults, or 20.4 million people, practice yoga. Of current non-practitioners, 44.4 percent of Americans call themselves ‘aspirational yogis’—people who are interested in trying yoga.” The previous study (2008) showed that 15.8 million people practiced yoga. That’s an increase of 29%. The many benefits of yoga can help explain the interest and the 29% increase in the number of people practicing yoga. We live in a pressure-cooker environment that contributes to high

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• Sense of inner ease and wellbeing • Increased calmness and peace • Greater joy

There are many paths or yogas to discover the infinite or your essential nature. Some of these other yogas include: • Jnana yoga – wisdom • Karma yoga – service

The many benefits of yoga, including the above list, are the side effects of yoga. The main purpose of yoga is found in its meaning. The word “yoga” comes from the ancient Sanskrit language meaning to “join or yoke together.” Yoga is a practice and discipline in joining your individual sense of self with your higher, fully conscious, infinite Self. Practitioners of yoga apply themselves to consciously unify body, mind, emotions and spirit. This leads to the discovery of one’s fullest potential.

• Raja yoga – meditation • Bhakti yoga – devotion • Hatha yoga – harmonizing body and breath In the West we are most familiar with Hatha yoga where the practice revolves around yoga poses and the awareness of breathing. There are many styles of Hatha yoga. Some are vigorous like a workout; some are hot; some focus more on the breath; some on the flow of poses; some are meditative; some are fast or slow. What’s important is to find a style that fits you.

With all the media coverage of yoga it’s easy to think that having a perfectly strong, healthy, beautiful body that can twist into a pretzel is the point. But actually, the body and breath are tools to connect with your higher self through being aware. It’s not about how perfectly you can do a yoga pose. It’s about your inner state of awareness while in the pose. The purpose of all yoga is to turn inward to discover you inner essence, which is the source of all joy, love, healing, and wisdom. Stress relief through yoga is wonderful, and yoga offers more. You can reach Adeline Alex at Light of the Heart Yoga® (www.lightoftheheartyoga.com) or (508) 380-6903.

Keep Foods Safe from Insects Outdoor entertaining is a great way to spend time with family and friends. Outdoor parties run the gamut from informal barbecues to fancy catered events. Party hosts and hostesses realize they will have to take certain precautions to make food safe and palatable when serving guests outdoors. In addition to weather that can threaten food, insects are an obstacle when entertaining outdoors. Insects may not only be a nuisance, but also can be a danger when food is involved.

housefly can carry more than 100 diseases and transport pathogens. Flies feed and lay eggs on waste, including feces. Pathogens can collect on their legs and mouth. These microbial invaders can then be transfered to foods. Flies also need to regurgitate on solid food to turn it into a liquid for consumption. A fly that lands on food could be leaving behind a lot more than before he landed, and that may be unsafe and unsavory. Move food outdoors only at the last minute and use covers to keep flies out.

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Flies Flies that land on food may seem more of a nuisance than anything, but those same bugs can be carriers of any number of diseases. According to Orkin, the common

Wasps can sometimes be attracted to food. At certain points in the year, typically spring and early summer, wasps are attracted to meats and other protein-laden foods. As the season shifts, wasps

are more attracted to sugary, sweetsmelling items, and they can be very persistent when pursuing such foods and beverages. It is best to keep sweet-smelling foods and beverages covered. Some people also advise keeping a really sweetsmelling beverage, such as fruit punch, in a far corner of the yard to deter wasps from coming near entertaining areas like decks or patios. A person who is allergic to bee stings can become quite sick if they are stung by a wasp.

Ants Ants are attracted to sweet foods as well. Adult ants can only consume liquid foods and, as a result, are most attracted to sweet beverages or melted foods. Wipe up spills and promptly remove sweet items at the end of the party.

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Biennial Town Election Coming Up in November

Franklin Concerts Continue for August

Nomination Papers Available this Month

Weekly Wednesday night Concerts on the Common will continue thoughout mid-August at the Franklin Town Common Bandstand.

Nomination papers for Franklin’s upcoming Biennial Town Election on November 5, 2013 will be available on August 5th from the Town Clerk’s office. The last day to obtain the papers will be Monday, September 16th, and those papers must be submitted by 4 p.m. on Wednesday, September 18th. (The last day for registrars to submit certified nomination papers is 5 p.m. October 1st.) The last day to object or withdraw is 5 p.m. on October 3rd. To participate in this election, voters must register by October 16th.

The following positions have openings: • Board of Assessors, one 4-year position and one 2-year position • Board of Health, one 4-year position • Constable, one 2-year position • Planning Board, two 4-year positions • Planning Board (Associate), one 4-year position • Town Council, nine 2-year positions • School Committee, seven 2-year positions

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All of the free entertainment is done through the generously of the local businesses, such as Dean Bank, individuals and the Franklin Cultural Council, which is supported by a grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council. The event is supported by a volunteer crew. Following are upcoming 2013 Concerts on the Common. On nights that have a children’s entertainer, the program begins at 6 p.m. Otherwise, the entertainment starts at 6:30 p.m.

July 31 The Frank Padula Band, 6:30 p.m. Children’s program, 6 p.m. august 7 Ayla Brown, 6 p.m. august 14 4EverFab-Beatles, 6 p.m. In case of rain, the concerts will be held at the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter School, across from the town common. To make a suggestion or donation for Concerts on the Common, mail your inquiries to Concerts on the Common, P.O. Box 92, Franklin, MA 02038

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Easing Back to School What Parents Might Consider for Their Kids with 504’s or IEP’s By J.D. O’Gara Summer wraps up surprisingly fast once August arrives, with some students, including those in Millis, even heading back to the classroom before the month’s end. Children need to make sure they get any summer assignments completed; parents need to shop for supplies, but parents of children with special needs may want to take a few steps further in getting ready for the school year. The first thing a parent might want to think about is trying to get any evaluations that need to be done completed, says Beth Murphy, Attorney and Educational Advocate (bmurphylaw@gmail.com). “If you need any evaluations, hopefully you have already made the appointment, but it’s much easier to get the child to the doctor in August than it is when school is started, so you’re not pulling your child out of school,” says Murphy, who, as an advocate, helps parents determine what types of evaluations they need. Sometimes different evaluations overlap, and she helps them navigate the process. “Evaluations can be very expensive,” say Murphy, “If your child’s suspected disability is purely a speech issue, it may not

make sense to do a full neuropsych,” she adds, as example. Murphy also suggests contacting the school if your child will be in the new building. “Don’t wait until the last week, because that’s when administrators are really busy, but most administrators are typically there throughout the summer.” Asking to meet the teacher may also help, or if the student will have more than one teacher, the team leader. “Meeting a teacher can lessen a child’s anxiety … and on a teacher’s end, they’re reading a report about your kid. (In a visit) it’s not just evaluation results, they’re seeing a cute little kid that has strengths and abilities.” Murphy notes that it helps to find out who else is in the class, and if any students could be potential “buddies” if needed. Attorney Mary Sheridan (www.msheridanlaw.com) also acts as a family advocate. She agrees this communication is very important. “Introduce yourself early to staff that’s going to be interacting with your child if you have an IEP or a 504 plan. Ask them if they have any questions. I like to give everyone a heads up about triggers,” says Sheridan.

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Parents could let the teacher know that “here are three things you should know about my kid,” she says. Even though two children might have similar diagnoses, such as autism, approaches that work best with them may differ. Like Murphy, Sheridan agrees that the face-to-face meeting tops written assessments. “I always like to put it directly in the ear of the staff,” says Sheridan. “They have a lot of paperwork to wade through, and even with the best of intentions, things get missed.” Murphy adds that reaching out helps teachers as well. “Become an ally with the teacher,” she says, by offering to be available or to help with classroom needs, if possible. “During that first meeting, be sure to set yourself up as a resource for your child’s teacher,” says Sheridan “Relate what works at home for your child. Teachers may not always be able to duplicate your solutions at school, but the information could help them figure out a workable solution for school. In addition to teachers, says Murphy, parents should take into

account extracurricular activities. “Does there need to be a special plan for cafeteria or playasks Murphy. ground?” “Whatever it is they have an interest in. Under Mass. law children need to be able to access all areas of school life so, there may be some need for flexibility in those areas. Talk to club advisors and coaches.” Murphy adds that parents might think about transportation to and from school, as well. Susan Donelan, Director of Pupil Personnel Services at Millis Public Schools, agrees coming in can be useful for kids, especially if there’s been a change for their child. “If there’s a change, certainly contact the special education office,” she says. Donelan, however, recommends giving teachers a week of school before touching base with them, so that they can get “the lay of the land” with their new students. Donelan feels parents want to be cautious not to alarm children about school. “I think in some cases parental anxiety can increase the kids’ anxiety. Parents have to tread

August 1, 2013 lightly.” Donelan also recommends reconnecting friends before the start of school, as kids might not have had the chance to spend time with their friends. Franklin parents may want to take the time to become involved with the Franklin Special Education Parents Advisory Council (SEPAC), http://franklinsepac.org. This parent network provides regular forums for Pupil Personnel Services and parents to share information and discuss pertinent issues; develops, maintains and shares tools and a resource guide; and raises awareness of children with special needs. Sheridan points out that parents shouldn’t shy away from becoming involved with the school. “Some people would say maybe you’re being a pushy parent, but there’s a way to do it that’s nonthreatening,” she says, explaining that parents can use polite persistence. “You know your child better than anybody. When it comes to experts, you’re the expert. Never feel like you have to apologize for advocating for your child.”

Dinner Planned for Blue & Gold Star Families Event to Take Place at Medway V.F.W. September 11th For the seventh consecutive year, a special tribute dinner is being planned to recognize all military families, paying tribute to Blue Star and Gold Star families, veterans and to honor the

heroes and victims of 9/11/01. This non-political event is to simply say “Thank You.” The dinner will be held at the Medway V.F.W., Medway Mass., on Wednesday, September 11,

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Artist Spotlight: Rich Hennemann

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Artist Rich Hennemann moved to Franklin in 2004, along with his wife, Erin. Then, they moved away, to Millville, but he says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We liked Franklin so much that we wanted to come back.â&#x20AC;? Now, with two little children, the couple have settled in their ideal town. Hennemann is an artist, and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been selling his work since 2005. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I do a lot of different things. I work in several different mediums â&#x20AC;&#x201C; primarily watercolor, some copic colors. A lot of the copic markers are popular for comic related stuff,â&#x20AC;? says the 37year-old comic and Star Wars buff. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been drawing since I was born, drawing since I was a kid,â&#x20AC;? says the artist, who took a break from it during high school and college. Later, when he met his wife, he drew a picture for her. She really liked it, and he started getting back into the work. Hennemann says he is selftaught.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I self study artists that I enjoy and just sort of picked things up when I was a kid,â&#x20AC;? he says. What is evident in his work is his love of superheroes. Hennemann says he likes to create all sorts of different things, and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worked on commission to create everything from portraits to a depiction of a kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s science project.

space, where I cropped him off the page. I like to do something interesting with space, and the size of hand really comes up, kind of wet with watercolor, sort of loose and free.â&#x20AC;? Hennemann adds he also likes when he can use stream of consciousness and transfer his emotions into his work.

Hennemannâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest inspiration, he says, was comic artist Todd McFarlane.

Hennemannâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s does a lot of commission work centering on comic book superheroes, but most people who commission the work, he says, have their own ideas of what they want, so heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not as free to experiment with the style.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I was a kid, I just picked one (of his comics) up one day. I opened it up â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it was amazing. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d never seen anything like it. It was just dynamic and fun, and Spiderman looked more interesting, his fingers were gangly and cool and his legs up, instead of being just sort of static. As soon as I opened it, I said I want to figure out how to do that. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great.â&#x20AC;? Hennemann takes this style to heart when he sketches figures. One of his favorites, he notes, is a depiction of the Hulk. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I like this Hulk painting. I like the fact that I like to play with

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I was a kid, I wanted to do comic book work. I have a lot of friends in the industry. As I get older Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m drawn more toward illustration. I have fun with childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book stuff,â&#x20AC;? he says. Comic books were where Hennemann first got noticed, however. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would do something, and somebody would see it and would (ask). That community is a pretty tight community, and it can happen pretty quickly. A lot of people would see your work,â&#x20AC;? he says. Rather than a comic book, that uses several boxes to tell a story, Hennemann explains he actually prefers do single panels that tell a story with a single image.

Shown here is Artist Rich Hennemann, who was inspired at an early age by Todd McFarlane. Hennemann likes to infuse his emotion into his work, playing with the space.

They assemble send it back to the stores.â&#x20AC;?

To that effect, Hennemann does a lot of sketch cards. Some of the original sketches he does are put in comic book packs randomly.

Some of the cards, however, Hennemann is allowed to keep. He uses these for specifically commissioned pieces.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;(The publishers) send me blank cards and guidelines. You draw the characters, finish them and send it back to the company.

"Collectors pay handsomely for some of them,â&#x20AC;? says the artist. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have a lot of sketch card collectors.

Although Hennemann was asked to put some of his work up at the Franklin Art Center, he says he does not actually love selling his work. What he would like, he says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;is some time to create.â&#x20AC;?

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I’ve been lucky enough to stay busy, and really I’ve been drawing as much as I possibly can,” says Hennemann. “I don’t really take any breaks, and I’m thankful that people like my stuff.” The artist has actually worked with his wife, Erin, in illustrating a couple of children’s books, centered on their two sons. The first book, for their oldest, was called Luke and the Magic Umbrella. The two published the book through Createspace two years ago. The second will focus on their son, Maximus, and a plaguing case of the hiccups. “Now, I’m working with author Anna Jolley on a children’s book right now,” says Hennemann, about a bear named Bob who lives at the zoo.” To see more of Rich Hennemann’s illustrations and learn more, visit " www.richhennemann.com.

Although he has done a lot of comic book-style pieces, Hennemann has recently illustrated some children’s works.

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Calendar of Events August 1 Drop-In Craft: Surf’s Up poster, paper lantern, art fish ornament, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library

dren ages 4 and 5 years at 1 p.m., For more information or to request a course catalogue, call (508) 528-8668 or visit www.fspaonline.com.

August 2 Franklin Farmer’s Market Opens, 12-6 p.m. every Friday through November 1st

August 7 Pumpernickel Puppets retell tale of “Peter Rabbit,” 1 p.m., Franklin Public Library

August 3 Society of St. Vincent De Paul Food Collection, items collected at all masses, crackers, cereal, pasta sauce, toothpaste, ketchup, mustard and relish needed, leave items in conference room downstairs in rear of church, or if it’s more convenient, in marked boxes at doors at main part of church.

Concerts on the Common: Ayla Brown, 6 p.m., Franklin Town Common Bandstand, In case of rain, the concerts will be held at the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter School, across from the town common.

“How to Draw Stuff” Art Workshop, ages 11+, 1 p.m., Franklin Public Library August 4 Society of St. Vincent De Paul Food Collection, items collected at all masses, crackers, cereal, pasta sauce, toothpaste, ketchup, mustard and relish needed, leave items in conference room downstairs in rear of church, or if it’s more convenient, in marked boxes at doors at main part of church. August 6 Family Storytime, Franklin Public Library, 10:30 a.m. Franklin School for the Performing Arts Open House, 38 Main St., Franklin, 12-3 p.m., will feature hands-on demonstration for the Little Music School. Children ages 18-24 months are encouraged to visit at noon, children ages 2 and 3 years at 12:30 p.m., and chil-

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August 8 Drop in Craft: Paper Bag Puppet, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library August 9 Franklin Farmer’s Market Opens, 12-6 p.m. every Friday through November 1s August 10 Deadline to register for Harvest Festival store-front space, visit www.franklindowntownpartnership.org August 12 Puppet show followed by Franklin School for Performing Arts performance, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library August 13 Family Storytime, Franklin Public Library, 10:30 a.m. August 14 Hands on Nature presents “Underground Mammals,” 1 p.m., Franklin Public Library Concerts on the Common: 4Ever Fab-Beatles, 6 p.m., Franklin Town Common

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August 15 Drop-In Craft: Book Bag and Book Mark, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library “Underground Picassos,” learn to make graffiti art, for ages 11+, 4 p.m., Franklin Public Library August 16 Franklin Farmer’s Market Opens, 12-6 p.m. every Friday through November 1st August 20 Family Storytime, Franklin Public Library, 10:30 a.m. August 21 End of Summer Party with Barn Babies Traveling Petting Zoo, 1-2:30 p.m., Franklin Public Library

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Franklin Sports Emily Spillane Jumps Records from the Get Go By CHrisTOPHer TreMBLay After being somewhat disappointed with her track and field performance during her freshman year, Tri-County’s Emily Spillane came into the season looking to make a name for herself in a different event. In her first season under Coach Seth Curran, the freshman ran the high hurdles, but it was this past season where she rose to new heights in her new event. “I wasn’t satisfied with what I did in the high hurdles my freshman year, and the high jump always seemed cool to me. Then, at the end of last season Coach Curran had us participate in a heptathlon, where I cleared 4’4” in my first high jump attempt,” Spillane said. “Coming into this season I knew that I wanted to do the high jump, so during our first practice I lined up by the high jump and jumped 4’ 6”. I immediately walked over to the coach and told him this was my event.”

In the very first meet of the season Spillane and her new found love went into the Tri-County record books. The sophomore cleared the bar with a jump of 4’ 10”, a full six inches higher than her first ever jump, tying the school record and scribing her name into the record books. Spillane also qualified for the State Tournament with the jump. She would later break that record with a jump of 5’ 0”. “It was wicked exciting to tie the school record,” she said. “Coming into the season my goal was to jump 4’ 8” as no one at the school had jumped over 4’ 6” in some time. Although Coach Curran had seen the potential in his young star, he didn’t see it coming this fast. “You could see the talent. She’s a gymnast with a lot of spring, but what she did between her freshman and sophomore years is absolutely phenomenal,” the coach said. “The coaching staff and I are

very interested to see what she does as a junior, especially since she plans on focusing more on track and field and going to a high jump camp this summer.” As a gymnast, her flexibility has without a doubt helped her achieve perfection soaring over the high jump bar without knocking the bar off its holders. “Gymnastics has definitely helped. I have powerful legs that help me to jump, but it’s my flexibility that allows me to arch my back over the bar,” Spillane said. “I know that I can jump higher, but I need to focus on my ankles. You think that once you get your body over the bar that you’re all set, but you can disrupt the bar with a slight touch of your ankles.” Despite etching her name into the Tri-County record books the very first meet of the season, the sophomore had a little difficulty leaving her name as the school’s all-time record holder in the high jump. The next handful of meets she was having trouble clearing the height she tied the school record in, but then after watching a couple of her competitors go over 5’ 0” something clicked in her brain and she too went over the bar at 5’, grabbing the school’s record all to herself. Spillane’s season got even better at both the Mayflower and State Vocational Championship Meets where she was crowned the best in

Emily Spillane tied Tri-County's high jump record and made the State Tournament the first time she attempted the event. She soon broke that record and became the biggest scorer in the post season under Coach Seth Curran.

her event. She captured the Mayflower title with a jump of 4’ 10” and soared 5’ to earn the State Vocational Championship.

State Vocationals, I was confident walking in, but you never know, as two of the girls had jumped 5’ during the season.”

“Going into the Mayflower Championship I was nervous, but confident as I had already beaten everyone I was going up against during the regular season,” Spillane said. “Once again at the

Spillane was hoping to jump 5’2” in the State Vocationals to qualify for the Nationals, but that didn’t happen, nor did it at the State Meet, where she finished fifth, just missing the cut to advance to the All State Meet. So in preparation to do so next season she will be taking part in a high jump camp at Harvard University this summer, where she will learn the form of jumping and acceleration. “Emily was our biggest point scorer in the post season with 82 points, where she finished eighth in the high hurdles at the Mayflower and tenth at the Vocationals,” the coach said. “She’ll return to the sport next year as both the Mayflower and State Vocational Champion – that’s an accomplishment to be proud.” As a sophomore that’s rather impressive, now all of Cougar Nation waits to see what she can do over the next two years.

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Franklin Sports Three-sport Star At Franklin High Mason New Baseball Coach At Virginia Tech By Ken HaMwey

also developed character.’’

The new head baseball coach at Virginia Tech is Pat Mason and the 1993 graduate of Franklin High is quick to credit his hometown for his success in the world of Division 1 athletics.

In Mason’s last year as the Hokies’ assistant, Virginia Tech finished third in the Coastal Division of the Atlantic Coast Conference, lost in the title game of the ACC Tournament and hosted an NCAA Regional Tournament. The team finished its season with a 40-22 record, facing powerful squads like North Carolina, Florida State, Miami, and Virginia.

The 37-year-old Mason, who was Virginia Tech’s top assistant for the last three years, succeeds Peter Hughes, who has moved on to be the varsity coach at Oklahoma. During Mason’s last three years at VPI, he was the program’s associate head coach, pitching coach and recruiting coordinator.

“My goal is for us to compete and play hard every game, be successful in the classroom and give back to the community,’’ Mason emphasized. “I want recruits to come here and consider it a privilege to be part of the program.’’

Before arriving at the Blacksburg, Va., campus, Mason was an assistant coach at Boston College, Northeastern University (where he excelled as a catcher), Framingham State and in the Cape Cod League.

Mason does not expect his transition from assistant to head coach to be difficult.

“There’s no doubt that Franklin played a major role in my development,’’ Mason said from his office in Blacksburg. “We had terrific youth sports programs there and I played for great coaches at Franklin High. You not only got a good grounding in sports, but you

“As the school’s recruiting coordinator, I’m fully aware of the new players coming in,’’ he said. “The comfort level with all the returning players is good, since they all know me. And, I know how the university is run and am familiar with the academic demands.’’

Appointed on June 27, Mason’s first order of business will be to prepare for the fall season, which will be devoted primarily to practices and inter-squad scrimmages. “The fall is a great time to evaluate your talent, and it also allows the staff to re-emphasize basics,’’ Mason said. “We’ve been very competitive, and I like the talent we have. We hope our chances for success in the ACC will continue to be good.’’ Mason was a three-sport star at Franklin, playing baseball, football and basketball. A Hockomock League all-star in baseball and basketball, he excelled as a catcher for coaches Nello Luccini and Peter Pasquarosa, hitting .300 for three seasons. He averaged 15 points a game during two seasons as Franklin’s point guard in basketball. Mason was a captain in baseball and basketball. “Playing for coaches like Nello Luccini and Peter Pasquarosa was simply great,’’ Mason said. After graduation, Mason enrolled at Northeastern where he started for four years as the Huskies catcher. He was an America East

1993 Franklin High School three-sport star Pat Mason will now be head coach at Virginia Tech.

all-star and finished his senior year with a .370 batting average and 10 home runs. A two-time captain, he helped the Huskies win two league crowns and advance to a pair of regional tourneys. After graduating from Northeastern, Mason became an assistant coach at Boston College, joining Hughes, who was an assistant at Northeastern during Mason’s playing days. Mason left BC in 2003 after four years there, then worked at Framingham State and in the Cape Cod League. He later returned to Northeastern as an assistant coach from 2005 to 2010 before joining Hughes at VPI.

Mason and his wife Leigh live in Christiansburg, a six-mile commute from Blacksburg. Acutely aware of the demands of coaching in a high profile Division 1 program. Mason will have two full-time assistants and one parttime aide. “Coaching at a university like Virginia Tech involves a lot of time,’’ Mason noted. It’s a very time-consuming job. But, the players will discover early that I’m a teacher first. I want to develop a solid relationship with the players and emphasize a good bond and lots of trust.’’

Franklin Girls Win Softball Tournament The Franklin Tornadoes 10U A girls softball team won first place in the “Power in a Ponytail” Soft-

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Stony Brook Announces Its August Programming! Cool down this summer at Stony Brook! A Midsummer’s Nite’s Scheme: Friday, August 2nd, from 6 - 9 p.m. A “Midsummer Nite’s Scheme.” This is prime time for twilight wildlife observation. We will start at Stony Brook, looking for birds coming to roost while scanning the skies for bats, evening nighthawks and other creatures of the evening. Afterwards, we will head to Medfield State Reservation, where owls and whip-poorwills can often be heard after sun down. Wear boots and bring bug spray. Fee: $19m/$22nm Turtle Trekkers: Saturdays, August 3rd and 17th, from 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Start your weekend off right with a fun and knowledgeable Stony Brook teacher on the trails learning about nature. Each day will have a special topic created to excite your child about the natural world. There will be crafts, ac-

tivities and lots of laughter. So come and join the fun. This month’s themes: Bees, Bugs & Butterflies/Scaly, Slithering Snakes. Ages 2.9 to 6 with a parent. Fee: $10m/$12nm per adult/child pair Totally Terrific Turtles: Sunday, August 4th,, from 1:30 – 3 p.m. Turtles are one of the main attractions at Stony Brook during the summer. Join us as we explore the sanctuary in search of turtles that may be basking on logs or swimming in the ponds and marsh. We’ll look for the four species of turtles and learn about their lifestyles including the “grand daddy” snapping turtles. Learn everything you want to know about turtles and more in this “exshellent” program. Minimum age: 5, Fee: $9m/$11nm per person. Summer Star Search: Friday,

August 16th,, from 8 – 10 p.m. Join us for an evening of star gazing. We will use telescopes and binoculars to search out and view the planets, stars, and galaxies of the summer sky. We might even find a late arriving meteor or two from the Perseids (peak on Tuesday, Aug. 13th). Learn techniques for navigating from point to point in the night sky from our guides for this evening, members of the Cloudy Nights Astronomy Group. Do you know the summer constellations? This is your opportunity to get a guided tour. We will have lots of things to look at. Minimum age: 7, Fee: $8m/$10nm per person. Sundays at Stony Brook: Sunday, August 18th, from 1 - 3 p.m. Take a Stony Brook Sunday stroll in search of birds, turtles, frogs, plants, and other natural wonders in the company of a Volunteer Naturalist. Or, join the Naturalist on the obser-

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and fields in the area come alive as the birds and other animals that live here prepare for the coming night. Many of the creatures that have remained inactive during the daylight are beginning to stir. We will start with a discussion and light snack at the Nature Center before heading out in search of the night life! Each month we will explore the interesting natural history of one of the groups of wildlife that visit local ponds, fields and forests as the sun is setting and afterwards. Minimum age: 6. Fee: $9m/$11nm per person. Pre-registration is required for all programs (except as noted). For more details, visit the Mass Audubon webpage at www.massaudubon.org or contact us at (508) 528-3140. Register by phone, email (stonybrook@massaudubon.org), fax (508-5533864) or in person. Stony Brook is located at 108 North Street in Norfolk.

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home M A R K E T P L A C E How Does the Permit Process Work in Franklin? According to the Building and Inspections Department in Franklin, many homeowners have questions regarding permits. Permits are typically required for the following, but remember to check with the department as some towns require permits for other construction activity. What is the permit process? The process is generally the same for building, wiring and plumbing. In addition, fire prevention and sprinkler permits will also require the Input and approval of the local fire department. Look into a permit for Additions, New Construction, Alarm Systems, Parking Areas, Decks/sheds, Plumbing/Electrical Systems, Demolitions, Prefabricated Structures Fireplace/Wood Stoves, Roofing/Siding, Insulation, Swimming Pools, Mechanical Systems, Temporary Structures step one: A preliminary meeting to encourage discussion and review of what you propose to do.

step two: Submit the application and documentation to the department. You may need to consult with other town departments and boards and committees for their approval. step three: Consideration and review of all applications, documents, and plans against all applicable codes, rules and regulations. step Four: Decision from the inspector. Your application may be approved or denied. There are appeal processes that will be explained to you if denied. step Five: Inspection of the work in progress. Each phase must be inspected for completeness and for compliance with the construction documents and State Building Code. step six: Final acceptance and/or the issuance of occupancy permit, if required. Construction is now complete!

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