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Franklin Resident Stays Strong in National Senior Games BY J.D. O’GARA “What about you, Dad?” That was the question posed by one of Weslie Boyea’s two daughters, after the civil engineer had encouraged her last summer to enter competitions to keep in shape.
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“She had graduated from college and had used up her NCAA eligibility,” says Boyea, now 65. He took her question seriously. “I looked into it and entered the Massachusetts Senior Games last fall,” he says. According to their website, www.maseniorgames.org, more than 1,100 active adults over 40 participate each year in 23 summer events and seven winter events in the Massachusetts Senior Games as well as an Olympic Fitness Walk, up from 150 when they began with just a “Fun Walk” in 1991. Boyea, a Vietnam veteran who has lived with his wife, Debra, in Franklin for 20 years, worked out
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Shown here outside the Franklin Methodist Church, of which he is co-chair, Franklin resident Weslie Boyea holds his medals from the Massachusetts Senior Games, which qualified him to compete in the National Senior Games, held this year in Cleveland, OH in July. Boyea placed sixth nationally in both the shotput and discus for his age group.
for about three weeks before the senior games. He chose events in which he’d competed in high school – shotput and discus. “I grew up in upstate New York
and went to the New York state finals in Syracuse in both those events. I felt like that was something I’d done in the past, and if was going to try anything almost
50 years later, I was going to try an event I’d done in high school,” muses Boyea.
With people leading such busy lives, The Franklin Downtown Partnership’s Annual Franklin Harvest Festival gives them a chance to slow down and catch up with friends, local businesses and what’s going on in town, says Lisa Piana, Executive Director of the Downtown Partnership. The 11th annual Franklin Harvest Festival will be held on Sunday, October 6, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine. One of the largest fall festivals in the region, organizers expect more than 6,000 visitors to attend. “I would say the Harvest Festival has doubled in size since the first
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Boyea competed that fall, and he took home two silvers and a bronze, an achievement that qualified him for the July 2013 National Senior Games in Cleveland, Ohio, presented by Humana. (Boyea explains that athletes can also qualify for the national games through the U.S. Track and Field Association.) Later, in the spring state games, he would take home gold in discus and silver in shotput. Boyea participated in the National Senior Games on July 26th. With his sister and nephew with his wife and child cheering him on, Boyea made good on his own advice to his daughter. Among the total of more than 10,000 competitors in all the events, with hundreds from Massachusetts alone, Boyea took home 6th place in both discus and shotput for his age group of 65-69-year-old men. The National Senior Games, according to its website, nsga.com, is 19-sport, biennial national championship for men and women 50 and over. It is the largest multi-sport event in the world for senior athletes. It began
in 1985 in St. Louis, MO with just seven men and women who formed the National Senior Olympics Organization (NSOO). Their goal was to promote healthy lifestyles for adults through education, fitness and sport. For Weslie Boyea, who also volunteers as co-chair of the Franklin Methodist Church, trained as an early responder to natural disasters, the experience was a positive one. He says he will “definitely do it again,” provided he is in good health in 2015, when the games will be held in Minneapolis.
“It was something I’d really wanted to try, and get out of the comfort zone, I play golf in the summer and volleyball in the winter. For the people that go to that gym – they run and run, or lift weights – to have a goal, getting out there and competing,” makes it worth the effort, says Boyea. He points out how varied the events are, with almost something for everyone. “This has horseshoes and badminton and bocce ball, disc golf, racquetball,” he says. One extra bonus Boyea found
that he hadn’t counted on was the camaraderie he felt from competitors from as far away as Hawaii and Texas. “When you’re competing at the high school level, the guy from the other school is the enemy,” says Boyea. “At this, if you make a nice throw, it’s ‘Nice throw! Good job!’ from the competitors. There’s more mentoring going on. It’s very competitive, but it’s not to the point that they’re rooting against you. They’re rooting for you. They just hope they do better.”
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Franklin to Participate in Mass in Motion Healthy Dining Program Local Restaurants Encouraged to Offer Healthful Options Healthy Futures Franklin is proud to announce its participation in the Mass in Motion Healthy Dining Program, an initiative of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. Restaurant foods tend to be higher in calories, fat and sodium, and portions are bigger than food prepared at home. But more and more customers are looking for healthier options while dining out. The Mass in Motion Healthy Dining Program works with local restaurants to make healthy food and drink options available to customers. By offering healthy entrees and side dishes, local restaurants are making it easier for Franklin’s customers to make healthy choices. Healthy Futures Franklin will work with local restaurant owners to help them promote smaller portions, fruit and vegetable substitutions, and healthier drink options. Restaurants simply fea-
ture healthy menu items they may already offer or make small changes to make existing items healthier. By making these small changes Healthy Dining restaurants can receive free publicity in the community and across the state, increase sales, and attract new customers. If you are interested in becoming part of the Healthy Dining Program in Franklin, contact Marissa Garofano, Director of Community Wellness at the Hockomock Area YMCA at (774) 235-2737 or marissag@hockymca.org
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Franklin is among 52 cities and towns throughout the Commonwealth that are part of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s Mass in Motion Municipal Wellness and Leadership Program. Healthy Futures Franklin is working to support the implementation of Complete Street Policies, Safe Routes to School, Community Gardens, Safe Areas to Play and Be Active, and improving school nutrition initiatives that will make the healthy choice the easy choice for residents of Franklin.
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Artist Spotlight: Shelly Eager BY J.D. O’GARA Visiting the home of artist and Franklin resident Shelly Eager is an experience. Her house is the one with the burst of colorful flowers interrupting the continuous grey of the neighborhood. Her front door opens to a world of depth and dimension, where lighting, color, and handmade pieces of art and culture from Eager’s travels around the world combine to immerse the visitor in comfort, and, in a way, Eager’s personality. The pastel artist is not only a teacher, skilled in teaching in many languages, but she is also a native New Yorker who has a background in none other than interior design.
“Nobody knows who you are until you tell them,” says Eager. “I’m not afraid to put myself out there, and I believe that if you put yourself out there, people will find out about you, and that’s what I do.” “I built a very good, solid business with a very good reputation, but when the industry fell apart, I went back to teaching,” says Eager. Although she enjoyed teaching, Eager says she “really missed being involved in the creativity.” Having always wanted to study painting, she went out and bought a book, some paint and a canvas. Once she took the canvas and paints outside, she says, a neighbor who was an artist remarked on how nice it was to see a fellow artist. “So I joined the Franklin Art Association and went to one of their demonstrations – a pastel artist,” says Eager. There, she fell in love, with color.
In “Two of a Kind,” Eager’s favorite of her pieces, she and her friend are shown reflected in the antiques.
“The colors knocked me out, from pastels,” says the artist, who’s now been painting for 11 years. “The yellow (of forsythia
being painted) was so intense, I said, ‘Oh, my God, I have to try these.’” Eager wasted no time ordering another book and pastel supplies. Recovering from knee surgery, she taught herself, page by page. Later, when the Franklin Art Association was to hold their first art show, Eager entered one of her oil paintings and one of her pastels. She won first in both. The artist figured she was onto something. “I dive into things if I like something,” says Eager. “I just don’t stop. I would read every book I could, go to every demonstration I could and would take workshops. Then, I started to compete in other art associations’ shows.” At the North Shore Art Association, says Eager, she got into a juried show. “Then, my art career just started flying,” says the artist, who now teaches a workshop up there every summer. Again, she marketed herself and gained students at the Concord Art Association as well. Eager also applied for 8 Visions, a program through
Pastel artist and Franklin resident Shelly Eager has had success putting herself “out there.” The artist loves to paint themes of the city, in vibrant colors.
the Attleboro Arts Museum that selects eight artists per year and displays about 12 paintings. “I put in for that, and I got juried in,” she says. That event, she
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“I had had the application on my desk for two years,” laughs Eager. “I didn’t think I was ready. He said, ‘Not ready? They’re not ready for you!’” In a similar fashion, Eager got her work shown in the Pastel Journal and became a member of the Pastel Society of America. Eager’s paintings combine vibrant color with the use of light and reflections, all of which give her paintings a multi-dimensional feel. An image of a store window shows more than the popping red
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of a dress display. Looking closely, the viewer will see that the reflection of the city is shown, a hint at the bustling life moving about the city outside the window. “I truly believe you paint your personality,” says an enthusiastic Eager. “I have a tremendous amount of energy. You can’t be an exuberant person and paint calm paintings.” As for her medium, Eager says, excitedly, “Color is everything to me. Once I discovered the colors of pastel there was no bringing me back to any other medium. It’s made up of pure pigment, not diluted, and the pigment is made up of crystals, so luminescent and alive, they reflect the light.” The artist likens painting with a pastel stick to “painting from your finger. It’s like magic.”
And although you can take the girl out of the city, you can’t take the city out of the girl. “The city,” says Eager, “inspires me. To me, when you look at a landscape, it’s beautiful already. I want to try to show people the beauty that they don’t necessarily see.” Shelly Eager’s work can currently be seen at the Copley Society Small Works Show, through October 31st, Paint New England at the Duxbury Art Complex through January 19th, at Preservation Framer in North Attleboro through January 1st, at the Slater Memorial Museum in Norwich, CT from 10/10-11/17. Her work will also be shown at the Franklin Art Association Members Exhibition on November 16th and 17th at the Bellingham Library, as well as at the Attleboro Arts Museum-Members Exhibition December 14-31. To learn more, visit shellyeager.com.
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Area 8th Graders (and Parents) Invited to BFCCS High School Fair 13th Annual Event Open to All Students, Features Many High Schools BY
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These days, shopping for a secondary school can be a little bit like looking at colleges. Choices can be overwhelming. That’s why, for local 8th graders and their parents, the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School (BFCCPS), located in the St. Mary’s school building at 201 Main Street in Franklin, will host its 13th annual High School Fair night on Thursday, October 3rd, from 7-8:30 p.m. in the BFCCPS Dr. Kevin O’Malley auditorium. “We started doing the high school fair to be able to answer the sort of questions about what
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Island. As of October 3rd, the following schools were registered to attend: BC High Bishop Feehan Boston Trinity Academy Catholic Memorial School Commonwealth School Fontbonne Academy Marion High School Middlesex School Milton Academy Montrose School Moses Brown School Noble and Greenough School Providence Country Day Stoneleigh-Burnham School St. John’s High School St. Mark’s School
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All local eighth graders (with their parents) are invited to attend the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter School’s High School Fair, on October 3rd, at 7 p.m. Students will have the opportunity to check out area high schools. Photo courtesy of BFCCS.
St. Sebastian’s School The Lincoln School Walnut Hill School The Wheeler School Worcester Academy Xaverian Brothers High School Students are invited to browse, pick up brochures and applications, ask about fall open house dates and speak directly with representatives and current students of the schools in attendance. “I think the high school fair is an amazing opportunity for our students,” says BFCCPS School Counselor Hannah Hinds. “It allows them to develop skills that they’ll need later in life – how to talk to prospective schools just like they would have to talk to prospective colleges or prospective employers. They have to think ahead and plan questions and critically decide what’s best for themselves and separate that from what they’re friends are doing.” “A lot of (students) end up going to traditional public high schools, but they feel like it’s a good experience for them to go through. They feel like it’s a good practice,” says Zolnowski, who says that usually 75% of students who attend are from her school, which also offers an SSAT prep course. The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter School, she says, is one of the oldest charter schools, beginning in 1995. Parents who designed the school based it on four pillars of learning: character education, community service,
parents as the prime educator and classical education.” At the fair, she says, students can compare what kinds of schools are similar or different from what they’ve experienced. “I think they come away with an opportunity for seeing what other types of schools are out there. To move to a school where there’s 250 to 500 in their class can be overwhelming,” says Zolnowski. Not only does the fair feature representatives who work at the prospective high schools, says the principal, but also “one of really neat things about high school fair is that admission people who come from the high schools usually bring alumnae,” says Zolnowski. Eighth graders, she says, like the opportunity to interview the former students. Most of the schools, says Zolnowski, are looking for wellrounded students with high academic standards. “Kids have a lot to balance these days,” says Zolnowski. “They are so involved in sports, extra academic classes, in dance, voice (and more). They really have to learn how to do all those things and academics at the same time.” For an updated list of the schools attending, please go to: http://bfccps.org/faculty/hannahhinde/. Parking for the fair is available in the school parking lot off Pleasant Street, just north of Main Street in Franklin.
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St. Mary's Health Ministry to host Hospice Palliative Care Program BY
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What is Palliative Care and what is Hospice Care? Nancy Rafter, the Pastoral Associate Parish Nurse for St. Mary's Health Ministry, found that a lot of people have questions about the two, and so she decided to reach out to the Community VNA to create a program for Franklin residents. The Journey: Palliative and Hospice Options will be presented on Monday, November 4, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. in the lower church presented by Community VNA Attleboro MA. Anne Bivins RN, MSN, NC-BC, Manager of Community VNA’s Hospice and Palliative Care program and Kathryn Henderson, M Div., ThM, Spiritual Care Coordinator will define palliative care and identify the similarities and differences between hospice and palliative care. They will also discuss ways to initiate the conversation related to palliative and
hospice care patients and families and how to assist caregivers in honoring and maintaining a personal connection with their loved ones at the end of life. "This was something that people had been asking for," says Rafter, who coordinates the outreach that the St. Mary's Health Ministry does, incorporating body, mind and spirit. "Palliative care has become more and more important to people, because people are getting cancer treatment right up until it's no longer working. They need people to help them, and hospice is for people who are no longer getting treatment." Anne Bivins, RN, MSN, MBA, NC-BC, who is the Manager of Community VNA’s Hospice and Palliative Care Program, has been certified as a Nurse Coach by the American Holistic Nurses Association. Recognized as an official nursing specialty by the American Nursing Association,
holistic nursing is a practice that focuses on promoting health, preventing illness, alleviating suffering, and supporting people to find peace, comfort, harmony, and balance. The practice of holistic nursing also encourages nurses to integrate self-care, selfresponsibility, spirituality, and reflection in their own lives. This awareness further enhances nurses’ increased understanding of their patients and caregivers. A Norwood resident, she joined the Community VNA staff in 2012. Kathryn Henderson, M.Div.,Th.M., who is the Spiritual Care Coordinator for Community VNA’s Hospice and Palliative Care Program, has recently earned a Masters of Theology Degree from Boston College School of Theology and Ministry. A North Attleboro resident, she joined the Community VNA staff in 2012. Henderson has studied meditation practices from many traditions for more than 30 years and brings a commitment to
finding gentle and holistic means of supporting the spiritual needs of patients and their caregivers. Rafter describes St. Mary's Health Ministry Mission as a connection between health and faith, a way to support and educate in a non-invasive way that is Gospel centered and inclusive of all peoples. "We visit people, and then we advocate," she says. In one instance, she explains, the ministry found a cat for a woman who was lonely. The
ministry reaches out to the community in other ways, too. "We do an insert in the bulletin that has all different ways for people to be healthy," says Rafter. "For example, we promoted walking and the farmers' market, and where to get organic vegetables, and then we talk about health issues. We're trying to help people of the church to be healthy in mind, body and spirit."
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Franklin Biennial Town Submit Nominations for Person & Election November 5th Business of the Year The Biennial Town Election for Franklin is coming up early next month, on November 5th. Candidates who have submitted nomination papers have until Thursday, October 3rd to object or withdraw, and the last day to register to vote in the election (by 8 p.m.) is October 16t, 2013. In addition, those wishing to post a warrant must do so by October 28th. According to the Office of the Town Clerk, the following candidates are running for various posts:
Town council (2 year position) Andrew M. Bissanti Glenn F. Jones Matthew T. Kelly Thomas D. mercer Judith pond Pfeffer Robert R. Vallee Charles F. Delfino, Jr. Brett S. Feldman Peter E. Padula Stephen T. Williams
Constable Rancourt LaRosa Daniel J. McCahill
Board of Assessors (4 year position) Christopher K. Feeley Daniel B. Ballinger
Planning Board (4 year position) Joseph F. Halligan Anthony D. Padula Navdeep S. Arora The following are running unopposed in the upcoming election: John H. Neas, Board of Assessors (2 year position) Bruce J. Hunchard, Board of Health (4 year position) Gregory T. Rondeau, Planning Board/Associate (4 year position), and the following seven candidates are running for seven seats on school committee: Cynthia J. Douglas John S. Jewell, PhD Paula T. Mullen Susan T. Rohrbach Roberta D. Trahan Trevor A. Clement Kevin P. O’Malley
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Fall Kickoff at Franklin’s Church of the Redeemer While there’s lots of focus on returning to school in the fall, the Anglican Church of the Redeemer, 31 Hayward Street in Franklin, began its fall events with a focus on family. Redeemer aims to encourage families to grow in the Christian faith together, supporting parents’ efforts as parents share their faith with their children. All members of our church seek to live their faith as one large family, the youngest in the parish to the oldest.
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Beads for a Cause® Announces New Partnership for Ovarian Cancer Launches "Teal Warrior" Bead Last month, Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Beads for a Cause® of Boston, Mass., has launched the new "Teal Warrior" bead in partnership with the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance (OCNA) based in Washington, DC. OCNA advocates at a national level for increases in research funding for the development of an early detection test for ovarian cancer, improved health care practices and life-saving treatment protocols. The Ovarian
Cancer National Alliance educates health care professionals, advocates, and raises public awareness of the risks and symptoms of ovarian cancer. Franklin resident Linda Waters, Founder of Beads for a Cause® states "Less than 20% of all cases of ovarian cancer are diagnosed at the most treatable stages, meaning early. And the symptoms make it nearly impossible to detect early. They include bloating, low back pain, abdominal pain, and bladder
trouble, among others. For every woman I know, these are not unusual aches and pains to have, so ovarian cancer can easily be overlooked in the early stages" said Waters, "Understanding genetic predisposition and most importantly, development of an early detection test will be the pivotal turning point to catching this disease in time to really make a difference and eventually, to find a cure." For more information on the “Teal Warrior” bead, visit the Beads for a Cause ® website, http://www.beadsforacause.com.
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FRANKLIN – It was a memorable week for the Franklin Performing Arts Company. Fresh off news that FPAC had received the rights to present the musical theater phenomenon, Les Misérables, came word that FPAC alumna Nadine Malouf had been selected to sing alongside Anne Hathaway, Hugh Jackman and Russell Crowe, stars of the blockbuster film adaptation of Les Misérables, at the 2013 Academy Awards. Nadine had just understudied the role of Eponine and performed in the ensemble in Cameron Mackintosh’s 25th Anniversary National Tour of Les Mis. Her Oscars nod was followed days later by the exciting announcement that Jack Mullen, 11, a young veteran of several FPAC productions and student at the Franklin School for the Perform-
The resumes and theater credits of Company alumni are testament to the performance quality and entertainment value found in FPAC productions. Company performers are making their mark in top college and conservatory arts programs, national Broadway tours, European concert tours, the American Idol finals, cruise line casts, film, television and regional theater. Annual FPAC main stage musicals, Nutcracker ballet, plays, concerts and free community presentations draw talented performers and local audiences from more than 50 communities throughout the region. Founded in 1991, the nonprofit FPAC brings together professional artists, community performers, families and students of the arts in a collaborative environment, with a special focus on youth development and a com-
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Les Misérables is entirely sungthrough and the breathtaking harmonies and emotionally charged melodies are in turn haunting, humorous, devastating and uplifting. FPAC’s creative team cast a large ensemble of area talent – 85 voices strong – to add considerable depth and drama to the delivery of the musical’s unforgettable score. Audiences will be moved by such beloved classics as “Bring Him Home,” “On My Own,” “I Dreamed a Dream,” “Do You Hear the People Sing?” and “One Day More.” Following Les Misérables, FPAC’s 23rd season continues with a festive double bill of holiday entertainment, featuring the Company’s annual presentation of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker on December 14 and 15 and a new original musical, Carol’s Christmas, on December 21 and 22. A popular holiday tradition for more than 20 years, FPAC’s production of the timeless classic The Nutcracker features more than 100 area dancers, professional orchestra and special guest artists (historically from such prestigious companies as American Ballet Theatre, Boston Ballet and New York City Ballet), bringing the magic up close for suburban audiences. The joyous and uplifting Carol’s Christmas debuts this holiday season, following one family’s travails and triumphs as
Local Town Pages www.franklintownnews.com they wrestle with the question: What do we really want (need!) for Christmas this year? FPAC also presents the popular comedy rock musical, Little Shop of Horrors, in March. FPAC’s annual season also features the popular Family Concert Series and Whatever Theater Festival, with all events offered free to the public. A trio of Family Concert Series performances, presented in the winter months, provides audiences of all ages with a fun and interactive introduction to the world of live music and theater. The summertime Whatever Theater Festival showcases an exciting range of dramatic and comedic works, including a series of one-act plays and a production of Shakespeare staged on Franklin Town Common. FPAC also supports Electric Youth, an international touring ensemble of talented young singer-dancers backed by an eight-piece show band of Boston musicians, and the Friend in Me Theater Company, pairing teens from the Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) with students with special needs to provide weekly musical theater experiences. Les Misérables will be performed on Friday, October 18 and Saturday, October 19 at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, October 20 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $28 and $30. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.fpaconline.com or call (508) 528-8668.
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Big Y Shoppers Can Still Gain Points for Their Schools Now that the new school year has begun, Big Y World Class Market wants to remind all participants that there are still a few more months to earn more free merchandise for the 2,028 participating local schools. The program began in October of 2012 and runs until Jan. 1, 2014. Many new customers are signing up every day. Since the program began in 1993, Education Express has awarded more than $13 million
worth of free teaching materials and classroom equipment to more than 2,000 schools in Big Y’s market area. With both Massachusetts and Connecticut schools facing budget cuts, Big Y’s Education Express Program provides schools with a way to earn some much-needed educational supplies. When Big Y shoppers purchase participating products, marked with a school bus logo on the shelf sign and present
Franklin Students Win Big Y Scholarships Congratulations to Franklin residents Kiara Chan and Shannon Takahata, local recipients of the Gerald & Paul D’Amour Founder Fellowships for Academic Excellence. These two scholarships are among many granted by Big Y.
their Big Y Express Savings Club® or Silver Savings Club® card, they earn valuable points for the school of their choice. Schools can then redeem these points for FREE educational supplies. The program is completely automatic – the points accumulate for the school of choice and there is no need to collect or save cash register receipts. Customers can track individual contributions online and schools receive point updates weekly and can redeem points at any time during the program. Shoppers can sign up to support the school of their choice and points will accumulate through January 1, 2014. Sign up’s available online at bigy.com/educationexpress, through Facebook at facebook.com/bigyworldclassmarket, by filling out a simple form at the Customer Service Desk at any Big Y store or at the cash register. Visit Big Y online at bigy.com.
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Upcoming Day Trips at the Franklin Senior Center Wednesdays are full of fun at the Franklin Senior Center, with trips available for those over 50 years of age and disabled residents. Payment for trips is due upon sign up at the Senior Center, with 72-hour notice for any refunds. For more information, please call (508) 520-4945.
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NE Patriots to Host HERO Walk at Gillette to Promote Designated Driving A campaign to prevent drunk driving will hold its inaugural HERO 5K Walk on Sunday, Oct. 20, 11 a.m. at Gillette Stadium, in Foxborough, Mass. The event, hosted by the New England Patriots and Norfolk District Attorney Michael W. Morrissey, is expected to attract hundreds of walkers from throughout the Boston area in support of the John R. Elliott HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers. Registration begins at 9 a.m. at the stadium’s NRG Plaza. To register online, log on to www.theherowalk.org, or call toll free at 1-866-700-HERO.
The non-profit HERO Campaign was established in 2000 in memory of Navy Ensign John R. Elliott, who was killed by a drunken driver two months after graduating from the United States Naval Academy, where he was named the Outstanding HERO officer of his class. Over the past four years the Patriots have set an NFL record by registering more than 80,000 designated drivers at HERO booths throughout Gillette Stadium in partnership with the HERO Campaign and the NFL’s TEAM Coalition alcohol responsibility program. Each participating des-
ignated driver for friends or family receives a complimentary soft drink at stadium concession stands and Patriot Place. Designated drivers also receive the chance to be selected for the coin toss at the following Patriots home game, or if selected HERO of the Year, win tickets to join the Patriots if they are in the Super Bowl. The partnership of Norfolk D.A. Morrissey with area schools and colleges, law enforcement, veterans groups, bar and tavern owners and area businesses to promote the campaign is especially meaningful as drunk driv-
Franklin Music Boosters Mattress Fundraiser Oct. 19th The Franklin Music Boosters will be sponsoring a Mattress Fundraiser on October 19th, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Franklin High School Field House, 218 Oak Street. All proceeds will go toward offsetting the cost of the Orchestra, Band and Chorus trip to com-
pete this spring at Festival Disney. Name brand mattress sets (Symbol, Restonic, and Therapedic) will be sold at 30 percent to 60 percent below retail prices. One manufacturer has won the Consumer Digest Best Buy Award and Women’s
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ing is one of Norfolk County’s biggest problems. A county of commuters, with Gillette Stadium as the area’s premiere destination, drunk drivers are the second leading cause of unnatural death in Norfolk County. Last year, 40 lives were lost in Norfolk County at the hand of drunk drivers. “Time to step up and be a HERO," Morrissey said. "The more we involve people, particularly young people, in activities encouraging safe driving and good decisions, the more lives we will save and injuries we will prevent. This walk raises money for the project and enlarges the circle of people who are involved. It gives students an opportunity to earn community service credit in a way that is as fun as it is con-
structive – a chance to walk among HEROES.” All student participants, from Norfolk County and beyond, will receive community service credit for participating in the HERO 5K Walk. Presenting sponsor Tedeschi Food Shops will be joined by businesses from Patriot Place, who will sponsor and enter teams for the HERO 5K Walk, to begin at Gillette Stadium’s NRG Plaza and proceed around the stadium, past the practice field, around Patriot Place Plaza, and finish in front of CBS Scene for awards and musical entertainment. For more information on the HERO Campaign log on to www.herocampaign.org.
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Escape the Cold! Free Community Indoor Walking Program For the fourth year, Franklin High School will open its doors to adult walkers in the community who wish to escape the impending cold and slippery sidewalks and walk in a well-lit space. The Community Walking Partners program is offered through Lifelong Learning and begins on Monday, October 7, 2013. The
program is free. Walking will be available on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. There is no walking when school is closed for holidays or snow events. For safety reasons, no bikes, skates or skateboards are allowed in the school. Interested walkers should enter
the Franklin High School through the H-wing door and stop at the Lifelong Learning/Adult Education office, sign in, and receive a lanyard, which will identify the walker to school personnel. For more information, please contact the Franklin Adult Education office at (508) 541-2100 x 3178 or email adulted@franklin.k12.ma.us.
Fred Astaire Dance Studio Opens in Franklin Village Shopping Center For dance enthusiasts of all ages looking for a chance to escape reality into a world of elegance, Fred Astaire Franchised Dance Studios (FADS) is now open and accepting ballroom dance students at their new location in the Franklin Village Shopping Center (475 Franklin Village Drive Franklin). The studio offers a friendly, no-pressure environment where students can learn the basics of ballroom dance either with or without a partner under the tutelage of worldclass champion dancers, Olaf Pries, Owner/Director and Mona Hofmann, both esteemed international dancers who have trained celebrities.
With two ballrooms, a lounge area and dance store, and state-of-the art flooring, sound and lighting, the 2,000 sq. ft. studio welcomes dancers of all ages and skills. Classes are available in all Ballroom Dance styles, including Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, Rumba, Cha Cha and Swing. Every Friday night, the studio hosts a practice party event where students can hone their skills and meet other students. Every Thursday nightt, students may bring a friend. Visit www.fredastairefranklin.com) to view new classes, or, for or more information, gift certificates, or to book lessons, please call (508) 528-6200 or email dance@fredastairefranklin.com. The studio is also online on Facebook.
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Berry Insurance Kicks off the 7th Annual Halloween Costume Drive It’s that time of year again! Berry Insurance is participating in the 7th Annual Halloween Costume Drive along with Four Points by Sheraton located in Norwood, MA. All donations are to benefit patients at Children’s Hospital Boston and their annual Halloween parade. Last year we had a great turn out of donations from the local community, and we are hoping to top that this year! The company is accepting NEW Halloween costumes, accessories, and other Halloween “treats,” as well as cash donations for the cause. The possibilities are endless, from make-up, to props, coloring books, stickers, puzzles, or games. Please, nothing scary or violent and no food/candy items. The do-
nated items are collected for all age groups, from infant to teen sizes. Costumes for both girls and boys are welcome! The donations collected allow the kids at Children’s Hospital Boston to celebrate the joy of Halloween during their hospital stay. If you would like to make a contribution to this great cause, please visit the Berry Insurance office before October 25th, 2013 to donate your gifts or mail them to Berry Insurance, 31 Hayward Street Suite J, Franklin, MA 02038. For more information, please contact Kaitlyn Pintarich at (508) 440-2290. Thank you in advance for helping to make this Halloween exceptional at Children’s Hospital Boston.
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Franklin Food Pantry Takes Stock, Gives Thanks and Reflects on Its Role
Pantry will continue to be to provide immediate hunger relief but it will also play a pivotal role in bringing the community together as one.
Each year the Franklin Food Pantry assesses its accomplishments and how it can better serve the needs of the community. The Pantry has been taking steps toward a three-year plan of action that encompasses clarifying its mission and role, and establishing short and long-term priorities. Over the next three years, Franklin Food Pantry hopes to achieve a solid infrastructure including expanded Board and Committee membership; enhanced client services and outreach; a first annual community dinner, and development for future facility improvements.
has also seen a 43% increase in clients returning weekly for bread and produce. To help meet the steadily rising need for services, the Board of Directors brought on Erin Lynch to serve as Director of Development. Ms. Lynch has a strong background in nonprofit leadership and community building, which aligns with the Pantry’s goal to create a broad network of resources collaborating on sustainable solutions.
The Franklin Food Pantry currently provides service to approximately 600 households; which translate to 1,590 neighbors, 35% of whom are children. Many of these households have at least one working adult but are still unable to make ends meet. Linda Sottile, Director of Operations, stated that in Fiscal Year 2012, the Pantry distributed 186,000 pounds of food, which is an increase of 35,000 pounds over last year. The Pantry
To g e t h e r the staff and board have used the last six months to evaluate the Pantry’s image, message and goals for the future. First on the list was to design a logo symbolizing its philosophy and role in the community. With the expertise of Ian Kabat, Director at the Franklin Art Center, the Pantry found their new
Building the infrastructure necessary to do the work is essential. “We depend on the support of our community: the dedicated volunteers, donors, corporate partners, schools, churches and all of our neighbors to reach our goals. Food, non-food and financial donations are greatly appreciated at all times throughout the year. We are thankful for the continued support and efforts of every individual and group that has paved the way to nutrition and steady meals for our community,” said Lynch. Fundraising events are planned to stock the shelves, drive awareness and engage the community in fun ways.
Thank you for helping your neighbors! Last year we distributed 186,000 pounds of food to 1,590 people. The need in our community continues to rise steadily. We are committed to providing immediate relief from hunger while working towards healthy sustainable solutions. At this time we are in serious need of shampoo, hand soap/sanitizer, toothpaste, deodorant, cereal, shaped pasta, granola bars, and white tuna. Donations of food and health care products can be dropped off at 43 West Central Street, Tuesday - Friday 9am-1pm. We also have a bin by the front door to accept non-perishables after business hours. Monetary donations can be mailed to Franklin Food Pantry, PO Box 116, Franklin MA 02038. We are a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization FEIN#04-3272663.
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logo in the image of a circular shaped puzzle made up of four pieces: people connected and unified in a common purpose. Speaking on behalf of the Board of Directors, Ms. Lynch said “The decision
to break away from traditional images associated with food pantries, such as corn husks or loaves of bread, was intentional to relay the larger message that the Pantry is a collaboration of all residents to nourish each other in body, mind and spirit. While we are here to fill a significant need, we are only a piece of the total puzzle.” “We are all in this together,” states Steve Sherlock, Franklin Food Pantry’s Board President. “There are many factors and circumstances that create food-insecurity. We feel well suited to take the lead with other Franklin agencies and organizations to make available the necessary resources for those who can benefit from them.” The primary role of the
Here are ways to easily raise awareness and support for the Franklin Food Pantry and local food banks everywhere:
Volunteer: Become a volunteer of The Franklin Food Pantry during September and all year long. Complete a volunteer sign-up form indicating your interests online at www.franklinfoodpantry.org/volunteer. Then tell your family and friends that you made a difference on Facebook or Twitter. Lend your profile picture to Hunger Action Month. For everything orange, visit: http://feedingamerica.org.
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October 1, 2013 your meals with the daily average per person benefit provided by the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (formerly known as Food Stamps) to get a sense of some of the challenges faced by those struggling to put food on the table. Budget $4.50 for the day and share your experience with family and friends to raise awareness of the importance of this critical nutrition program. The Franklin Food Pantry looks forward to working with its neighbors and friends toward a healthier, stronger community for all. For more information on how you can be a piece of the puzzle, please contact: Erin Lynch, Director of Development at erin@franklinfoodpantry.org or at (508) 528-3115; or visit us at www.franklinfoodpantry.org.
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one,” says Piana. “Now, you’d be hard pressed to find somebody that doesn’t know about it.” Piana says families call months in advance to plan their own activities around the Harvest Festival, so they will be in town for the event. “They go apple picking in fall, and they come to the festival.” The festival will offer more entertainment than ever before, and over 100 crafters, community groups and businesses will set up booths along Main and East Central streets. “The Harvest Festival has become one big block party where people can come downtown. It’s that chance to see a lot of people you’ve been meaning to call, and to enjoy some really good food, and see what’s new in
town,” Piana adds. “There is a growing sense of community here and we look forward to showing even more people all that Franklin has to offer.”
DJ Domenic Cotoia of Music Odyssey Productions will entertain festival goers with his mix of Top 40, country and rock and roll hits throughout the day from his
Main Street location in front of Rockland Trust Bank, a platinum sponsor of the event. Just down the block, the Franklin School for the Performing Arts will present three costumed performances with live musical accompaniment on their stage in front of the school. Show times are 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Following each performance, families are invited to meet costumed performers. Jamie Barrett will entertain the crowds on the patio outside The Cake Bar. Barrett, a festival favorite, is sponsored by Jane’s Frames. Other local bands will perform throughout the day on the center island at the corner of Main and East Central streets. Also at that end of town, a fun activities area at the corner of East Central and Summer streets will feature an artist creating balloon animals.
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dogs, waters, popcorn and other snacks. The food truck at the Century 21 parking lot will grill up sweet Italian sausages, BBQ chicken and cheeseburgers, and tempt with chicken fingers,
Minuteman Health will hand out “Bare Fruit” healthy apple snacks, and several downtown restaurants will serve food outside their establishments, many offering free samples.
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On top of great food and entertainment, says Piana,is a chance to get a head start on holiday shopping. “One of the things that I like is a lot of the businesses that participate are just local businesses, and a lot of things that they’re selling are made in America, like the Franklin Honey Company. They’re right from here, not imported. We have some local people that make jewelry, a new vendor Jam Jar Farms and we have artists, and pottery. We even have a lace man, who’s been involved for a number of years, who sells beautiful lace. It’s exciting. You’re going to buy local things, things made very locally or at least, for the most part, made in America. People are going to find something here, and you’re not going to be able to go to a big box store and get it.” Sponsors once again will have booths set up along “Sponsorship Row” on Main Street. Platinum Sponsors for the festival are Big Y World Class Market and Rockland Trust Charitable Foundation. The Gold Sponsor is Snow Hill Dental. Silver Sponsors this year are Digital Credit Union and Middlesex Savings Bank. Bronze Sponsors are Chestnut Dental Associates, Dean Bank, Franklin Ford, Green Mountain Chocolate Company, Keefe Insurance and Minuteman Health. Friends of the Festival Sponsors are CVS Pharmacy, D.G. Ranieri Real Estate, Franklin Yoga & Wellness, The Cake
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Bar and the YMCA. The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization made up of more than 200 businesses, community leaders and residents working to revitalize downtown Franklin. The Partnership relies on donations and sponsorship to fund events like the Harvest Festival, the Strawberry Stroll and the Holiday Stroll. The FDP works year round on down-
town beautification and greenspace projects, and is actively involved in streetscape design and planning issues involving the downtown. For more information please contact Executive Director Lisa Piana at (774) 571-3109 or downtown.franklin@yahoo.com, or visit the FDP website, www.franklindowntownpartnership.org/.
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Jane’s Frames Sponsors Jamie Barrett a Talented Musician For this year’s Harvest Festival, Jane’s Frames is sponsoring Jamie Barrett a talented musician, guitar player, song writer and vocalist, as well as a Music teacher in the Franklin schools. He has received notoriety in Wikipedia’s description of the town of Franklin. From Wikipedia: “Franklin has its very own theme song composed by town resident and music teacher James H. Barrett. Entitled ‘The City Known as the Town of Franklin,’ the song reflects the many unique characteristics of Franklin.” As a popular teacher in the schools, Jamie has a quite a following of young people, and because of his wonderful renditions of the Beatles, along with other recording artists, all ages enjoy his performances.
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FSPA to Perform at Harvest Festival The Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) will present three costumed, half-hour performances, with live musical accompaniment, during the Franklin Harvest Festival on Sunday, October 6. Show times are 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. and will take place on the Festival Stage, in front of the school’s 38 Main Street location. Following each performance, families are invited to “walk the red carpet” and step inside FSPA’s Character Club, to meet favorite characters and get autographs as a take-away souvenir. All activities are offered free to the community in celebration of Harvest Festival. Tours of the facility will be offered throughout the day. For more information about FSPA programs in music, dance and drama or the Harvest Festival presentations, call (508) 528-8668.
An oversized mural is waiting for kids of all ages to share their creativity and help create a piece of art for the community. This piece was begun at the Strawberry Festival, and we expect to finish it during the Harvest Festival. Children of all ages are welcomed to join in and create a group mural on a ceiling to floor canvas that will be stretched, mounted and framed. The finished piece will be auctioned off, with proceeds going to the Franklin Food Pantry.
Last year, the Franklin School for the Performing Arts presented the debut of its Project Dance at the Franklin Harvest Festival. This year, the school has three performances planned, all free of charge for festival attendees, as well as tours of their facility throughout the day.
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Noelle Day Spa Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary
Full service day spa will be celebrating 10 years the entire month of October Noelle Day Spa will be celebrating their award winning 10th year anniversary the entire
month of October. To get the month long celebration started, they will be taking part for the third year in the Franklin Harvest Festival on the October 6th. You can expect to see free gifts and prizes, discounted services,
braids, colored extensions, feathers, discounted retail and much more. The salon will also be doing a $10 service promotion. For the entire month of October, there will be one service available each day for $10 each, including but not limited to massage, facials, manicures, pedicures, makeup, color, waxing, even Keratin along with $10 retail items. They will also be hosting their annual open house on October 16th from 5-9 p.m. You can expect to see many great vendors, food, beverages
along with prizes, sales on retail items and special service offerings. Noelle Day Spa opened its doors on October 6, 2003 with 23 year old Noelle Carpenter and her team of 15 including 3 managers who are still with her today... Joan Chapin, Bridget Todd and Cara Carvalho. The day spa now boasts over 200 services with 33 staff members and is continuing to expand. The salon has won several reader choice awards over the years in-
cluding this year, #1 Day Spa for Franklin, Silver in the 15 town region and Honorable mention for Nails & Hair, along with taking first place in the makeover competition at this year’s S.W.A.P show. Education for the staff is always a priority but the number one thing the salon focuses on is Customer Service. Our motto is “never say no.� We would like to say thank you to all our staff and our clients. We are looking forward to many more years!
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Calendar of Events October 1 Story & Craft for ages 3-6, 4 p.m., Franklin Public Library
October 7 Move Along, ages 0-5, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library
October 15 Story & Craft for ages 3-6, 4 p.m., Franklin Public Library
October 2 Terrific Toddlers for ages 0-3, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library
Krafty Mondays: Fall Wreaths, ages 6-12, 4 p.m., Franklin Public Library
October 16 Terrific Toddlers for ages 0-3, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library
Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B.) meeting, 6:30 p.m., Franklin Public Library October 3 Story and Craft ages 3-6, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library October 4 Blessing of Animals, led by Father Guardian Rev. Bob Johnene OFD and Bishop Scott Kershaw at 3:30 p.m., AkinBak Farm, 360 West Central St., Franklin, all local residents invited to bring pets to be blessed. October 5 & 6 Society of St. Vincent DePaul of St. Mary’s food collection, Items may be may be left in the donation boxes at both entrances to the church before the 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m. Masses on Sunday. This month, our pantry needs pasta sauce, crackers, peanut butter, jelly, bottled juice, and cereal. October 6 Franklin Downtown Partnership Harvest Festival, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., food, entertainment, businesses all day. FSPA free performances at 38 Main Street, 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., & 2:30 p.m., includes autographs and tours of facility
October 8 Story & Craft for ages 3-6, 4 p.m., Franklin Public Library October 9 Terrific Toddlers for ages 0-3, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library Free Community Education Program, “Making Retirement Plans with Your Heart and Soul,” 7-8 p.m., Community VNA, 10 Emory St., Attleboro, pre-register at (774) 203-1311 o r register@communityvna.com. October 10 Story and Craft ages 3-6, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library Business to Business Expo, presented by United Regional Chamber of Commerce, 2-6 p.m., Taunton Holiday Inn, 700 Myles Standish Dr., Taunton, Chamber members $299 for an 8’x6’ booth and $199 for a table top either 3’x6’ or 6’. Non-members $549 for a booth and $449 for a tabletop. Exhibitor networking event from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Admission free, and visitors can also participate in a Business During Hours event from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. for free. (508) 2220801 or visit the Chamber’s website at www.unitedregionalchamber.org.
Doggy Tales Meet & Greet, 4 p.m., Franklin Public Library, come meet the dogs from Pawsitive Touch, who will work in November with the library on Read to Dogs program United Regional Young Professionals Organization (YPO), Twenty8 Food and Spirits located in the Renaissance Boston Patriot Place Hotel & Spa in Patriot Place, Foxboro; $5 with pre-registration on the YPO website or $10 at the door. Visit website unitedregionalypo.org or call (508) 488-YPO1 (9761). October 17 Story and Craft ages 3-6, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library October 18 Les Misérables, 7:30 p.m., Franklin Performing Arts Company, New England Chapel, Franklin, Visit fpaconline.com or call (508) 528-8668. October 19 Franklin Music Boosters Mattress Fundraiser, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Franklin High School Field House, 218 Oak Street. Name brand mattress sets will be sold 30%-60%below retail. Proceeds offset cost of the Orchestra, Band and Chorus trip to compete this spring at Festival Disney.
Giant Yard Sale, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Franklin Federated Church, 171 Main St., Franklin, rain or shine, 1/2 price sale at 1 p.m., no early birds Les Misérables, 7:30 p.m., Franklin Performing Arts Company, New England Chapel, Franklin, tickets $28 & $30, Visit fpaconline.com or call (508) 528-8668. October 20 Les Misérables, 3 p.m., Franklin Performing Arts Company, New England Chapel, Franklin, Visit fpaconline.com or call (508) 528-8668. HERO Walk to Promote Designated Driving, Gillette Stadium, registration 9 a.m. at NRG plaza at the stadium, To register online, log on to www.theherowalk.org, or call toll free at 1-866-700-HERO. October 21 Move Along, ages 0-5, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library Krafty Mondays: B.Y.O.P (you bring pumpkin, we’ll bring decorations!), ages 6-12, 4 p.m., Franklin Public Library October 22 Story & Craft for ages 3-6, 4 p.m., Franklin Public Library October 23 Terrific Toddlers for ages 0-3, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library October 24 Story and Craft ages 3-6, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library Lego Mania, 4 p.m., Franklin Public Library
October 28 Move Along, ages 0-5, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library Krafty Mondays: Halloween Hospitality, ages 6-12, 4 p.m., Franklin Public Library Let’s Laugh Today, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin. Laughter Yoga is a body/mind practice for well being that involves deep breathing and a few stretches, playful laughter exercises (no jokes or comedy), clapping and deep relaxation. For all ages and physical abilities. $5 donation to the church, $10 maximum per family. Please bring your water bottle. Visit www.letslaughtoday.com, call (508) 660-2223 or e-mail billandlinda@letslaughtoday.co m for more information. October 29 Story & Craft for ages 3-6, 4 p.m., Franklin Public Library October 30 Terrific Toddlers for ages 0-3, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library Teen Book Club, 6:30 p.m., Franklin Public Library, book is Graceling, by Kristin Cashore, copies are available at circulation desk October 31 Story and Craft ages 3-6, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library
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Living Healthy Flashes and Floaters BY ROGER M. KALDAWY, M.D. Milford Franklin Eye Center Many patients will be aware of small flying “black spots” in the field of vision in one or both eyes. These are called floaters and may be associated with flashes of light. Flashes and floaters may have serious implications on the vision. What are floaters? Floaters are small black shadows in the vision of one or both eyes, especially when looking at a pale surface like a white page, a bright sky or perhaps when walking on the beach. These black spots are impurities in the fluid that fills the back cavity of the eye. This jelly fluid is called the “vitreous” and is a thick fluid which has a consistency similar to “egg white.” This vitreous fluid is present in the eye from birth, and is not replaced or exchanged during life. It is initially attached to the surface of the retina, which is the light sensitive nerve tissue layer that lines the back surface of the wall of the
eye. It is important to note that it is not necessarily abnormal to see black spots in the vision. The size and number of floaters seen is variable; some patients (especially short sighted people) will be aware of numerous floaters, while others may never be aware of the symptom at all. Some floaters can interfere severely with vision, while others are barely noticeable. Although annoying, floaters are usually harmless, and come and go over the years. What are flashes? Flashes are usually caused by the vitreous body tugging on the retina. This tugging occurs when the vitreous body shrinks as a normal part of the aging process. Flashes may last for a few seconds or several minutes, and can occur on and off for weeks or months. They are usually seen at night or in poor lighting. Eye migraine can cause the perception of similar light flashes although often these flashes of light may have numerous colors. The abnormal light
flashes seen with migraines are usually very different, appearing as jagged lines blocking an area of vision or moving slowly across the field of vision in one or both eyes. People who suffer from migraine headaches will often know the familiar pattern of these visual experiences, often occurring just before the headaches begin. These migraine flashes are unrelated to the vitreous body and its attachment to the retina.
vitreous body is sometimes more firmly attached to the surface of the retina and may pull away a piece of the retina or tear the retina as it separates. This can cause fluid to escape, pushing the retina off the inside of the eye. This is known as retinal detachment, which is a serious threat to sight. Surgery is needed to reattach the retina if a retinal detachment occurs.
What causes flashes and floaters? The vitreous is composed of collagen, and this undergoes structural changes with age, and will become more liquid like and watery in later life. At some point, the chemical bonds that link the vitreous fluid to the surface of the retina will become weaker and the vitreous jelly will separate from the retina. This process is called posterior vitreous detachment or PVD and is a normal consequence of aging. Approximately half of us will have a PVD in one or both eyes by the age of 60. PVD will often cause us to notice the sudden onset of new floaters, often associated with flashes of light. Unfortunately, the
When should I seek help? See your ophthalmologist if new floaters appear, with or without sudden light flashes. Any loss of peripheral (side) vision should be investigated without a delay. Your ophthalmologist will give you a complete eye examination. Drops are put in the eyes to enlarge the pupils and determine whether PVD, retinal tear, retinal detachment or bleeding is present. If you have occasional floaters and flashes, you should have an annual eye examination. Symptoms of a PVD most often occur in one eye at a time. Even though your ophthalmologist will check both eyes at the first visit, it is
important to realize that if similar symptoms are experienced in the other eye, you should see your ophthalmologist again with the onset of new flashes or floaters as you could be having a PVD in this eye. Is there any treatment for flashes and floaters? Flashes and floaters are usually just annoying, not harmful. However, they can be signs of serious problems (like a tear on the retina) and, for this reason, must not be ignored. For most people, treatment is not necessary. Floaters and flashes usually subside over time, causing no permanent deterioration to vision. At Milford Franklin Eye Center, we use state-of-the-art laser technology to treat a variety of eye problems, including retinal tears with full evaluation of flashes and floaters. We are proud to have a dedicated retina specialist in our practice, specializing in the treatment of retinal eye disease. With the addition of the new specialist, we bring to our practice world class eye care closer to home.
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FSPA Expands Musical Theatre Program Offers New Performing Opportunities FRANKLIN – The Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) introduces new performing opportunities across all musical theater programs this school year. These include performances each trimester for all of the musical theater classes. A Holiday Tribute will be presented in December, School Rocks! in March
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Norfolk Cultural Council Seeks Funding Proposals Proposals for community – arts, humanities, and science projects due October 15, 2013. The Norfolk Cultural Council has set Tuesday, October 15, 2013 as the postmark deadline for organizations, schools and individuals to apply for Local Cultural Council grants that support cultural activities in the community. According to Council spokesperson, Deanna Grimm, these state grants can support a variety of artistic projects and activities in Norfolk – including exhibits, festivals, short-term artists-in residences or performances in schools, workshops and lectures. The Norfolk Cultural Council will also entertain funding proposals from schools and youth groups through the PASS Program, which provides subsidies for Norfolk school age children to attend cultural field trips. The Norfolk Cultural Council is part of 329 Local Cultural Councils serving all 351 cities and towns in the Commonwealth. The LCC Program is the largest grassroots cultural funding network in the nation, supporting thousands of community-based projects in the arts, sciences and humanities every year. The state legislature provides an annual appropriation to the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency, which then allocates funds to each community. For year 2012-13, the Norfolk Cultural Council will have distributed $3,770.00 in grants. Some of the 2013 grants supported by the council included the Norfolk Public Library, Girl Scouts, Stony Brook Wildlife, The Un-Common Theatre, Franklin Performing Arts and the Norfolk Coop Preschool.
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October Programs for Youth at Franklin Public Library Regularly Scheduled Programs Mondays Move Along for ages 0 – 5 years old at 10:30 a.m. 30-minute program features music, movement, stories, instruments, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy. Parents and caregivers are welcome and encouraged to participate. No registration is required. Krafty Mondays for ages 6 to 12 at 4 p.m.
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Get into the spirit of October with crafts that capture the beauty of fall and haunting Halloween fun! A different craft will be offered each week. No registration is required. Weekly programs are as follows: “Fall Wreaths,” Monday, October 7th , “B.Y.O.P, (Bring your own pumpkin to decorate)” Monday, October 21st, “Halloween Hospitality,” Monday, October 28th
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“Doggy Tales” Meet & Greet, Wednesday, October 16th at 4 p.m.
Wednesday, October 2nd, 6:30 p.m., Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B.) Teens, this is your chance to tell us what to do! On the first Wednesday of the month, come help us plan teen programs, choose materials, and promote the library…we will provide the snacks. Membership looks great on job and college applications. Open to all!
Wednesday, October 30th at 6:30 PM, Teen Book Club Join us on the last Wednesday of every month for discussion, food, & fun! This month we will be reading Graceling by Kristin Cashore. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk for you to check out.
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Business to Business Expo October 10 The United Regional Chamber of Commerce is one of three chambers participating in the Business to Business Expo at the Taunton Holiday Inn, 700 Myles Standish Dr., Taunton, on Oct. 10 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. The Expo will feature businesses from The United Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Taunton Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Cranberry Country Chamber of Commerce. Exhibitors will have two choices of display space: a 8' x 6' booth which includes a 6' skirted table, or a 3' x 6' skirted table. The price for Chamber members is $299 for a booth and $199 for a table top. The cost for non-members is $549 for a booth and $449 for a table top. An exhibitor networking event is scheduled from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Admission to the Business to Business Expo is free and visitors can also participate in a Business During Hours event from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. for free. The Expo will also feature a free seminar at 3:30 p.m.: Getting Started with Email Marketing. For more information, call The United Regional Chamber of Commerce office at (508) 222-0801 or visit the Chamber’s website at www.unitedregionalchamber.org. The United Regional Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit, business support organization serving the communities of Attleboro, Bellingham, Blackstone, Foxborough, Franklin, Mansfield, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleborough, Norton, Plainville, Rehoboth, Seekonk, and Wrentham.
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Displaced Mother & Son Need Forever Home "Princess" and "Patches," who are mother and son, were surrendered to the shelter by a woman helping out a friend. She was asked to hold her cats while the friend moved into her new place. Sadly, the friend never came back to get the cats! The woman who surrendered the cats couldn't keep them, because she found her children were allergic, and each cat is now looking for their forever home. Princess is a very affectionate, domestic shorthair, sleek black beauty. Patches is a black and white handsome, young adult who is also friendly, playful and very social. Princess and Patches would love to meet their new families soon. If you are looking for kittens to adopt, PCS currently has a variety of adorable kittens available.Visit our website www.purrfectcatshelter.org or call the message center at (508) 533-5855 for more information an adoption applications. All cats and kittens are examined by a Veterinarian, spayed or neutered, tested for feline leukemia and FIV, vaccinated, dewormed and microchipped prior to adoption. The Purr-fect Cat Shelter is a non-profit, no-kill, all volunteer organization providing care and shelter to homeless cats with the ultimate goal of finding permanent loving homes for each cat.
Blessing of Animals at Akin-Bak October 4th The Franciscans of Divine Mercy, led by their Father Guardian the Rev. Bob Johnnene OFD and the presiding Bishop Scott Kershaw of the New England Diocese of the Independent Catholic Church of the Americas along with local members of the Franciscan Order will be presiding over the traditional Blessing of the Animals on Friday October 4th 2013 @ 3:30 p.m. at the Akin-Bak Farm 360 West Central St. Franklin, MA located a quarter mile from Exit 17 on Rt. 495. All local residents are invited to bring their pets to be blessed. The blessing of the animals has a long history dating back to the time of St. Francis of Assisi and is conducted by most Franciscan Communities in remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures on the Feast of His Transitas from earth to heaven on October 4th. For more information contact Rev. Fr. Bob Johnnene OFD @ (508) 520-0992 or by email @ Divinemercyparish@msn.com
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United Regional Young Professionals to Hold Networking Event in Foxboro The United Regional Young Professionals Organization (YPO) is hosting a night of networking at Twenty8 Food and Spirits located in the Renaissance Boston Patriot Place Hotel & Spa in Patriot Place, Foxboro on Wednesday, October 16, 2013. Networking will be from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. and light appetizers will be provided. The YPO will also be raffling Door Prizes. The cover charge is $5 with pre-registration on the YPO website or $10 at the door. The YPO consists of a diverse group of young professionals who have an interest in social and business networking, community involvement and professional development. You may register for this event on the YPO’s website unitedregionalypo.org or by contacting (508) 488-YPO1 (9761).
St. Vincent DePaul Monthly Food Collection Oct. 5 & 6 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 October 5 and 6, 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 doors of the main part of the church. This month, our pantry needs pasta sauce, crackers, peanut butter, jelly, bottled juice, and cereal to help those in need. The pantry is also asking for donations of canned cat food, canned dog food, bird seed and rabbit food in bags. These items will be donated to a local animal shelter in honor of the feast of St. Francis of Assisi on October 4. 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. Over the past few months, we’ve received many items that had expired. Please examine, carefully, the items that are to be donated as we appreciate your help in feeding needy families but we cannot distribute items that are past their expiration date. 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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• Start saving for the holidays. It may sound excessive to start thinking about the holidays in October, but Christmas is a less than 90 days away. Now is a great time to create a holiday spending plan. For instance, if you plan to spend $300 on gifts, you should start saving $3-4 per day to get there. Stashing away cash in advance allows you to buy gifts for everyone on your list without taking on debt. Resolve to start a “Christmas Club” savings account in the New Year to jump-start your savings habit. • Teach children to save. When kids return to school, they often have a renewed sense of focus and determination. Schools across the country are incorporating financial literacy into the classroom. Take this opportunity to talk to your children about money and the importance of saving. Your efforts will be rewarded as your child develops an understanding of financial principles and positive financial habits. HarborOneU in Mansfield has a great free class called “Piggy Bankers” that can help. • De-clutter and donate. As summer winds down and you start spending more time inside, take a hard look at all the stuff you’ve been stockpiling. Sorting through clothes you no longer wear along with electronics and unused household items can free-up space and even make you a little cash. Sell items at a local consignment shop or donate them (by making a tax-deductible contribution).
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• Conquering the Clutter in your Financial Closet. You need only to keep credit card receipts, ATM transactions, and deposit and debit card receipts until you verify the transaction on your monthly statements and then you can shred them. Always remember that any financial transaction, receipt or account statement should be shredded. NEVER throw them in the trash. PERMANENT items you may want to keep: • Educational records • Employment records • Health records • Retirement and Pension Plan information • Contents of your safe deposit box CURRENT items, which need to be reviewed every 3-6 years, before deciding whether to continue keeping or shredding them include:
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Franklin Sports Giardino Broadcasting Games For Yankees’ N.J. Farm Team BY KEN HAMWEY Adam Giardino’s broadcasting career is continuing to blossom. The young Franklin High graduate, who started as a cable TV announcer for two of the Panthers’ sports teams, is currently calling games for the Trenton Thunder, the double-A affiliate of the New York Yankees. A year ago, Giardino was in the booth for the Lakewood (New Jersey) BlueClaws, the single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Before connecting with the two minor league squads, Giardino spent four years at the University of Connecticut, majoring in journalism and communications. And, during those days, he immersed himself in sports, calling games for 10 of the Huskies teams for WHUS, the campus radio station. When he was a senior, Giardino was the station’s sports director.
“I broadcast my first game within my first two weeks on campus,’’ Giardino said. “I had emailed the sports director of the station and told him I was interested in broadcasting. My first game was men’s soccer. I handled the color for the UConn-South Carolina game.’’
Giardino, who finished with a 3.74 GPA at UConn, rates working at the Final Four in Houston as his top thrill. The Huskies had won five straight to capture the Big East Tourney title, then rolled to six more triumphs for the NCAA crown. Giardino was behind the microphone for all 11 contests.
As a freshman, Giardino already had made a giant leap as an announcer, going from Franklin girls basketball and girls lacrosse to UConn soccer. That soccer game led to Giardino eventually handling the broadcasts of UConn’s Final Four basketball appearances in Detroit and Houston in 2009 and 2011.
“The title came against Butler,’’ Giardino noted. “That was a great thrill, something I think about often. I grew as a person and in my field during that experience. And, I realized what a good opportunity John Leighton and Chris Schmidt had given me when they asked me to call games for their teams at Franklin. I knew then I wanted to be a broadcaster.’’
“I felt like I had a good delivery for the soccer game,’’ Giardino said. “I never had done soccer before but it went well. I exhaled bigtime when I was heading back to my dorm.’’
Working as an intern for the Pawtucket Red Sox after graduating from UConn, Giardino was hired as the No. 2 announcer for the BlueClaws last year. He was
Twenty-four-year-old Franklin High graduate Adam Giardino, who started as a cable TV announcer for two of the Panthers’ sports teams, is currently calling games for the Trenton Thunder, the double-A affiliate of the New York Yankees.
selected from a pool of 100 candidates. Now at Trenton, Giardino is enjoying his role with an organization, which is a stone’s throw from the Yankees in New York. “As the color man, I interviewed Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson in the booth one game,’’ Giardino noted. “He’s a Yanks advisor and knows a lot about their prospects. We also talked on air with Gene Michael, a former manager of the Yankees. My top thrill so far was calling a home run by Alex Rodriguez, who was on a rehab assignment with the Thunder.’’ Although the 6-foot-2 Giardino is relishing his work in professional baseball, his primary goal, however, is to return to college athletics. “Right now, I’m in a good place at age 24,’’ he emphasized. “I’m getting great experience that can lead to future opportunities. I really hope to land a job at a Division 1 university calling football and basketball games.’’ Giardino’s only varsity sports venture at Franklin was in golf
where he was usually No. 3 or 4 in the lineup. He was only 5-foot-7 then and hardly thinking of basketball. His father, Michael, was a dynamic pitcher for the Panthers and later excelled at Brandeis. “My parents have been my role models,’’ Giardino said. “They’ve been very supportive. And, I’m grateful to coaches Leighton and Schmidt for their help. Because of the chance I got at Franklin, I became pro-active at UConn. Broadcasting is so rewarding because it’s the next best thing to competing. You feel like you’re part of the game.’’ Giardino’s older brother, Sean, also got a feel for being part of the game when he provided organ music at 10 of the Thunder’s games. Sean is a musician who studied at the University of New Hampshire. Giardino has worked 142 games for the Thunder. He knows there are other career stops but he’s also acutely aware that he must keep learning and improving on his previous broadcasts. At 24, Adam Giardino is indeed in a good spot.
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Franklin Sports Franklin Volleyball Squad Hopes to Make Last Year in Field House Memorable BY CHRISTOPHER TREMBLAY For the past eight years Kate Horsmann’s Franklin volleyball squad has never failed to make the state tournament under her watch. More impressive is where the Panthers finish in those tournaments. Franklin finished 15-4 last Fall, at second place in the Hockomock League and earning a four seed in the Central-West Division 1 State Volleyball Tournament. “We’ve never finished worse than the Quarter Finals in the tournament,” the Franklin coach said. “Unfortunately, we always seem to hit Lincoln Sudbury along the lines.” Franklin once again made it to the Quarter-Finals of the State Tournament last season and once again hooked up with LincolnSudbury, the eventual CentralWest Champions, and was knocked out of the tournament. Although the Panthers have successfully made it into the State Tournament on a regular basis, this year is special to the
team and they are hoping to go out in style. “We’ll be competitive and have a shot at winning the Hock once again,” Horsmann said. “That would be a big accomplishment being that this is the last year of the (Woodrow Wilson) Field House. The girls would like the building to go out with a bang.” Horsmann will be relying heavily on a core of five seniors to make that dream come true this fall. Lauren Irvine, whom is the teams and possibly one of the best in the league, will play middle hitter for Franklin. The three year varsity athlete is not only quick on her feet, but a great blocker as well. Beginning the season with a 62 offense Franklin will employ two setters. Jaimie Marenella will hold down the number one spot. Another three-year varsity athlete, she has played a lot of volleyball and is very good defensive minded player, which, according to the coach, is unusual for a setter.
“Not being a big team, to be successful were going to have to go with a lot of quick sets and rely heavily on Jaimie’s ability,” the coach said. The other three seniors Horsmann will look to help carry the team are Amanda Farnan, a defensive specialist who is a very vocal leader on the court; Rachel Balon, another defensive specialist and Ashley Kennef, an outside hitter that has improved her athletic ability over the off-season. Other athletes that important to Horsmann's mix are Maggie McDonald, Katelyn Marr, Lauren Markland, Jillian Spolidoro, Danya McCue, Shannon Morrison, Megan Rogers and Holly Shumway. Alyssa Shea and Audrie Kutil have been injured and haven’t been able to show what they can contribute as of yet.
Under the guidance of Coach Kate Horsmann, the Franklin Panthers volleyball squad has never failed to make the state tournament, but winning has been just out of reach. This year, the last at the Woodrow Wilson Field House with the advent of the new Franklin High School, the girls hope to go out with a bang.
Although playing in the Hockomock League is never easy Horsmann likes her chances this year, due to the depth the squad has.
going to depend on who’s playing good at any given time. Some of the young players will get a lot of minutes if they continue playing well,” Horsmann said. “Chemistry and rhythm will also be a big factor, but I think a big difference this year will be our depth at hitter. If someone is having an off game, we can make an adjustment, unlike last year.”
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It’s A Sign of the Times… one level living is ideal, and if there is a second floor, it’s for a guest room with a full bathroom. All the necessary rooms for everyday living are on the first floor including the laundry room and the attached garage. Another reason for moving to an adult community condo is the maintenance free factor. Leave the shovels, rakes and lawn mowers with the resale property. Those are the chores that will be addressed by the management company.
Baby boomers are down-sizing and searching for the right active adult community. The town of Franklin MA has several new adult communities under construction, and open house Sundays are usually a very busy day for real estate agents and baby boomers.
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FRANKLIN
$1,265,000
Chris Perchard
$315,000
$449,900
Dick Thurston
Kristen Spillane
FRANKLIN
FRANKLIN $469,900
The Villages at Oak Hill Active Adult Community
4 Lily Way, Franklin
Starting at $359,900
NEW LISTING
MENDON $539,900
18 Blueberry Drive, Mendon
PRICE REDUCED
MILFORD $269,900
20 Whip O Will Lane, Milford
UNDER AGREEMENT
Anthony Crugnale
Catherine Carrara
NATICK $329,900
10 Walcott St, Natick
Barbara Scardino
Lisa Perrin
NORFOLK $449,900
20 Wellfleet Drive, Norfolk
NORFOLK $464,900
10 Wellfleet Drive, Norfolk
Bringing The American Dream Home
Real Living Realty Group
Kathy Dunne
Jaime Hogan
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