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When It Rains ‌ Paint a Mural! BY J.D. O’GARA
Feeding Franklin, Thanksgiving + Franklin Food Pantry Prepares for Holiday, Colder Months
The weather didn’t cooperate for this year’s Franklin Downtown Partnership’s Harvest Festival. For those tenacious Franklin residents, businesses and volunteers who came out for the day, the rain just became heavier and heavier. Hopefully next year, Mother Nature will be in a better mood.
BY J.D. O’GARA Erin Lynch, of the Franklin Food Pantry, recently found out that SNAP benefits will be reduced for those who use them starting this month. No doubt, then, that the 200 Thanksgiving meals that the Franklin Food Pantry provides will be put to good use.
Where there’s rain, there’s a rainbow, however. Jane’s Frames stood as a nice, dry indoor venue, and local kids continued to add to a canvas community mural begun at the Strawberry Stroll.
“We order all the turkeys from the Greater Boston Food Bank, then all of the side items are collected by various groups in the community,� says Lynch. Many of these include the churches, and the Food Pantry also works with the Franklin Interfaith Council, among other charitable groups in town.
“I’ve always wanted to do a mural,� says Jane Curran, owner of Jane’s Frames. “My goal is to frame the finished piece and raffle it, proceeds for the Food Pantry.� For more pictures of the event, see page 3.
Overall, says Lynch, about 600 households are registered for the food pantry. About 200 or so come to use the pantry each month, however.
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“The 200 comes from the average number,� says Lynch. “Although we have 600 households registered, many of the families are on that line of being able to make ends meet and not. Some don’t need to come every single month, because they’re doing the best they can to make it. They come when they have an unexpected medical bill, or when they have to pay for heating that month.� Other groups help to care for that vulnerable population as well, says Lynch. “We also know that there are other organizations in town that help them meet their needs, for example, at Thanksgiving, the Friends of Franklin do a lot to help. Every Thanksgiving and Christmas, they work through the school nurses to reach out
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“In three days, 65 lbs. of stuff people brought,” the photographer says. “It was amazing. It was awesome. So many people wanted to give me things, including cash donations. I was floored by how many people were contributing.” The trip became more for Simas than just taking pictures, she says. “So many people wanted to help,” she says, “We live in this world where we can communicate n a nanosecond on the Internet, and I was really overwhelmed.” When she got there, Simas said, she couldn’t believe how welcoming the people were. “It’s crazy that you can give so little and it makes such a difference,” she says. “This trip that I made with this bag full of toothbrushes, it really made a difference to these kids, to be able to brush their teeth. It doesn’t have to be
money.” At 40, Simas has a biology background, but five years ago, she took a class in digital photography at the Rhode Island School of Art & Design (RISD). “I’d been photographing for 20 years,” says Simas, who at the time needed to fully make the switch from film to digital. She’d always photographed different places she’d visit. For her, she says, photography and travel go hand in hand. Simas, who lives in Franklin with her husband and
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four-year-old daughter, went to Africa on her own. “I love traveling with people when I’m on a photo journey, but sometimes it hinders my creativity, so I kind of like to be on my own. Even having my husband around changes the dynamic between me and my camera, especially when everything is so brand new and so different from what it’s like at home.”
Although this was Simas’ first journey to Namibia, it was the fourth time she’d visited Africa. She’d like to go back, to Ethiopia next. “I feel like I need to capture iconic images for people who don’t travel, to see what it’s like on the other side of the world, so people can see how good they have it,” says Simas. There’s a touch of humanitarianism at heart, she says, “so people an see how good they have it, You can describe it, but
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World War I and Franklin’s First “Veteran’s Day” BY EAMON MCCARTHY EARLS When the United States entered World War I in April, 1917, the decision quickly changed life for people in Franklin. For example, suspicions were soon directed to German-Americans living in Franklin. Even friends and neighbors became suspicious, suspecting them of enemy sympathies.The superintendent of schools went so far as to investigate the school’s German language program for possibly spreading pro-German propaganda. German teachers objected but kept quiet, fearing that they would lose their jobs. Franklin women were told to vigilantly conserve food scraps. They were told not to feed scraps to hogs, but to turn them over to be processed into glycerin for munitions. Even peach pits were saved to use in gas masks.To fill the gap in food supplies people signed up to take classes on poultry care at the Norfolk County Agricultural School. Franklinites banded together, forming a community kitchen to can fruits and
vegetables. Even high school students, when spring and summer finally rolled around, pitched in to raise crops. Dean contributed to the war effort, as well, slashing their athletic programs, and offering military training instead. During the war, reformers circulated through town trying to convince people to give up another part of daily life, in this case, alcohol, as the temperance movement was gearing up for nationwide prohibition. Meanwhile, President Woodrow Wilson had enacted a draft and growing groups of Franklin men were called up every few weeks during 1918. In a show of public spiritedness, one group of conscripts was given wristwatches by the town public safety committee. Most soldiers were sent to Fort Devens in Ayer, Massachusetts for training. Franklin conscripts and volunteers training at Fort Devens had limited opportunities to see friends and family face to face. To cheer up the young soldiers from Franklin, local families bought
‘Smileage’ books that contained tickets to vaudeville variety shows held frequently in Ayer. Once in a while, though, the soldiers got away from Fort Devens for short visits to Franklin. In the 1918 governor’s election, the hundreds of voters who turned up at the polls in Franklin included plenty of local men stationed in Ayer. Each day, the town newspaper, the Sentinel, printed poems and songs that ranged from patriotic to silly. Supposedly, Franklin soldiers at Fort Devens were familiar with a poem known as the New Deven’s Dirge: Sherman said that war was hell, ‘Twas fifty years ago. But Sherman never was at Ayer, So Sherman did not know. Hell is hot, but Ayer is not, It’s twenty-eight below; That’s why we’re going over there. The Sentinel typically avoided printing news about war casualties—considering such stories to be defeatist. In a few cases, the
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newspaper included accounts of Dean students for their acts of heroism. The war finally ended with an armistice on the 11th hour of the 11th day of November, 1918 – the 11th month of the year. The next day the town held an impromptu celebration. Bonfires were lit all over the Dean campus, and all the fraternal organizations paraded through the downtown. Coal rationing was lifted, and life looked like it was heading back to normal…But continued shortages and the great Spanish Flu Epidemic, put a damper on further celebrations.
In subsequent years, Franklinites and other Americans continued to celebrate Armistice Day on November 11 until after World War II, when the name of the holiday was changed to Veteran’s Day. Eamon McCarthy Earls is the author of Franklin: From Precinct to 21st Century Edge City, available online a www.viaappiapress.com, through Amazon, and locally at the Franklin Historical Museum, Jane’s Frames, the Franklin Senior Center, and Terrazza.
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to those families who are on the free lunch program.” As for Thanksgiving at the food pantry, many churches, says Lynch, have signed up to provide specific items. “The message we’re trying to spread,” she says, “is that during Thanksgiving and Christmas, people are really in the spirit. Other times of the year, our shelves might be really low. One of the things you really might want to do is sign on to sponsor a shelf at one of our low times of the year. You can pick a particular shelf, for ex-
ample, in March, either paying for or supplying the particular product that’s on that shelf.” The Sponsor-a-shelf program, says Lynch, is really geared the Franklin Food Pantry to be able to plan its inventory throughout the year, which items will be covered and which it will need to purchase. Lynch says one of the things the food pantry is excited about is its new truck. “That’s sort of step one, bringing a mobile pantry service. We’re looking to utilize the new truck to service different distribution sites,” says Lynch. She says the pantry will be able to take the food to
those locations where perhaps there are more senior citizens, something that will be great in the upcoming colder months. “During the winter, the transportation to the food pantry does become more of a barrier,” she says. It’s hard enough for people to walk to the pantry the rest of the year. If you have a cane or you have a stroller, it’s difficult to walk with the groceries. If you throw an icy walk in there, it makes it even more difficult.” The Franklin Food Pantry hopes that corporations or smaller local businesses will sponsor the truck and the mobile pantry program. She hopes the holiday spirit will stick around all year long. “ If we can start to use that enthusiasm we have during the holidays and look at how we can capture that and spread it throughout the year, that will really help us.”
Shown is the Franklin Food Pantry’s new truck, which will help the food pantry service different areas of town, great in icy and snow weather in which food pantry clients must walk with their groceries. In Photo from left to right: Linda Sottile, Director of Operations at the Franklin Food Pantry; Jodi Morgan, Kitchen Manager, Jessica Studley, Culinary Professional, and Jason McHenry, Managing Partner from LongHorn Steakhouse in Franklin; Tony Kucich, Volunteer at the Franklin Food Pantry, and Jon Morse of The Big Apple in Wrentham.
The Franklin Food Pantry is located at 43 West Central Street, Route 140 and can accept donations during business hours, Tuesday - Friday, 9am -1pm. Non-perishables may also be dropped off after hours in the bin by the front door, or monetary donations may be mailed to Franklin Food Pantry, PO Box 116, Franklin, MA 02038. For more information, visit us at franklinfoodpantry.org, like our page on Facebook, or call us at (508) 5283115.
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Franklin Food Pantry Receives Grant from Darden Restaurants Funds Earmarked to Support the Healthy Futures Initiative The Franklin Food Pantry was selected as a recipient of a $1,000 grant as part of the Restaurant Community Grants program from the Darden Foundation, the charitable arm of Darden Restaurants Inc. The grants program, now in its second year, empowers each restaurant in the Darden family of brands to help award a $1,000 grant to support local community programs.
tion for many families. We try to supply these items to our clients whenever affordable and available. We are very grateful to Darden Restaurants for their contribution to this community effort.” The Pantry has also received support from MetroWest Health Foundation, Stop & Shop, and the community to enhance the variety and quality of healthy items and nutrition resources that they can offer.
Chosen by the LongHorn Steakhouse restaurant in Franklin, The Franklin Food Pantry has earmarked Darden’s funds to supply fresh fruit to its clients through its recently launched Healthy Futures Shelf.
Darden’s Red Lobster, Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Bahama Breeze, Seasons 52, The Capital Grille and Eddie V’s brands participated in the grant program. Many restaurants and brands worked together to award one nonprofit organization with a larger grant and make a greater impact in their community. The restaurants will award more than $1.9 million to more than 850 exceptional nonprofit organizations in the U.S. and Canada. Nonprofits receiving grants support one of Darden’s three key focus areas: access to postsecondary education, preservation of natural resources and hunger.
“With this grant from Darden and support from The Big Apple in Wrentham, The Pantry can supply approximately 240 apples each week for 4 months, a welcome item on the shelves at The Pantry this Fall,” stated Linda Sottile, Director of Operations for The Pantry. Healthy Futures Franklin is part of Mass in Motion (MIM), a statewide movement that promotes opportunities for healthy eating and active living. MIM programs work with communities, schools, childcare centers, and businesses to create changes that make it easy for people to eat better and move more. “Together, we can create healthier communities, and a healthier Commonwealth. We have received funding through the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to continue the work in Franklin, and the Franklin Food Pantry has been an instrumental partner in these efforts”, said Marissa Garofano, Director of Community Wellness for the Hockomock Area YMCA. According to Erin Lynch, Director of Development at the Franklin Food Pantry, “Providing nutritional advocacy and access to fresh fruits and produce is a priority for The Pantry in its role as a Healthy Futures partner. The high cost of perishable items is a barrier to wholesome nutri-
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Holiday Box Office Opens for FPAC’S The Nutcracker and Carol’s Christmas The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) holiday box office opens to the general public
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The Nutcracker will be performed on Saturday, December 14, at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, December 15, at 2:00 p.m. at the Thomas D. Mercer Auditorium, 224 Oak Street in Franklin. FPAC’s production of this timeless classic features more than 100 area dancers and a professional orchestra under the direction of Peter Cokkinias. Special guest artists Dalay Parrondo and Bradley Schlagheck, Boston Ballet soloists, will dance the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier.
A distinctive suburban nonprofit arts organization founded in 1991, FPAC brings together professional artists, community performers and students of the arts in a collaborative and creative environment. With a focus on youth development and a commitment to live music, productions draw performers and audiences from more than 50 communities throughout the region. Company performers and alumni 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, reflecting the performance quality and entertainment value found in FPAC shows.
Carol’s Christmas will debut on Saturday, December 21, at 2:00 and 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, December 22, at 2:00 p.m., at the Thomas D. Mercer Auditorium. Ring in the holidays with a professional band and talented cast of area performers as they sing and dance their way through this joyous and uplifting story. Carol’s Christmas follows one family’s triumphs and travails as they wrestle with the question: What do they really want for Christmas? But they must decide if they have chosen their goals wisely. Rather than
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Tickets cost $30, $28, and $26 for each show and may be purchased at The Spotlight Shop (34 Main Street, Franklin), through online ticketing at www.fpaconline.com, or by phone at 508-528-8668. Group sales are available for civic groups and organizations.
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Find Fresh Cut Trees at Deerfield Tree Farm For many local families, the choice is clear: Only a real and fresh tree will do for the holidays. Deerfield Tree Farm has the freshest trees anywhere. Set on 10 acres of land, you will find a true New England Tree Farm experience. When you come out to the farm you will find a wide variety of fir trees, Fraser, Balsam, Korean, and Concolor, along with several varieties of Spruce, all are available and cut from our field. Choose and Cut trees are first come first serve and there is no pre tagging. Choose and Cut trees sell out in about the first two weeks after Thanksgiving, so come early for best selection
What makes Deerfield Tree farm different from the rest? Besides having choose and cut trees, We also have a wide selection of fresh cut trees with sizes up to 12'. Not all fresh cut trees come from Canada or North Carolina. Deerfield Tree Farm gets all there fresh cut trees from a local tree farm. These trees are cut only a day or two before before Thanksgiving, (not months in advance, as most parking lot stands do). The difference is, Deerfield Tree Farms trees will last well past the holidays, into March if you let them. We even gets trees delivered after Thanksgiving, and again these trees are cut just a day or two be-
forehand. So even if you are a little late picking out your tree your sure to find a real, and especially fresh Christmas tree. Cash or check only, and prices range from $30 $80 for 6-8' trees. For those with a green thumb, We also sell live trees, balled and burlap, with price range from $60 - $100. Live trees can be inside and decorated for about 5 days, then brought outside and planted in the yard. With enough space, and a little time, you will end up with a live, growing record of all your Christmases past. We hope to see you this Christmas Season.
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Franklin Newcomers & Friends to Hold Craft Fair November 9th BY J.D. O’GARA The holidays are coming, and the Franklin Newcomers & Friends are about to present the perfect opportunity to get a head start on purchasing one-of-akind gifts. The Annual Franklin Newcomers & Friends Craft Fair will take place on November 9th, from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Tri-County Regional Technical Vocational High School, 147 Pond Street in Franklin. The admission fee is $3 for anyone age 13 and older with a cap of $10 per family. “We want to encourage more people to come and shop,” says Terri Attinello, co-chair of the
craft fair this year. “We have about 70-75 crafters, offering all handmade crafts: home and holiday decor, woodworking, jewelry, clothing and accessories, pottery and glass, food and body care items. It’s amazing some of the things people are making.” The craft fair, says Attinello, who says the group offers a social outlet to people who don’t really know a lot of others in the area, “is our big fundraiser for the year. It funds our programs as well as our annual charitable donations to local organizations.” The Franklin Newcomers & Friends usually meet on the sec-
ond Wednesday of every month from September to May at 7:30 p.m. at 3 Restaurant (but Attinello notes the location of December’s meeting is to be determined, and there will be no January meeting in 2014). Meetings begin with a little bit of socializing, with the business portion starting at 8 p.m., followed by a program, she says. “We have a different program depending on what the interests of the club are and depending on the what the person running the program comes up with,” adds Attinello.
The Franklin Newcomers & Friends braved the rainy weather at the Franklin Downtown Partnership’s Harvest Festival. They are planning their upcoming Craft Fair at Tricounty on November 9th, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. In the photograph, left to right is Terri Attinello, Diane Vigliotta, and Bonnie McGaffigan.
At the end of the year, the club donates any excess funds to
local charities. In fact, the Newcomers will be accepting donations for the Franklin Food Pantry on the day of the Craft Fair.
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“We will be collecting non-perishable items,” says Attinello. The group, she says, also tries to volunteer for local causes. “Last year, we volunteered for the library sale setup,” she adds. “We like to give back in more than just the monetary way.” The Franklin Newcomers & Friends began in 1971. Member-
ship is $25 per year and is open to Franklin residents, as well as to those living in adjacent towns that don’t have a similar club. For more information about the club, visit www.franklinnewcomers.com, although Attinello says the group’s Facebook page, Franklin Newcomers & Friends, tends to me more updated with regular photographs. The craft fair also has its own Facebook page, at Craft FairFranklin Newcomers & Friends, which will show photos of items to be sold at the event.
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The Franklin Education Foundation Franklin Garden Club Offers Fall Programs Announces 2013-2014 Grants Awardees The Franklin Garden Club welcomed guest speaker, Seth Rousseau of Akin Bak Farm to their first meeting of the season. Seth, grandson of Howard Crawford, and his mom returned to Franklin to farm the land surrounding his grandfather’s home on West Central St. Seth talked about the farm work this past summer and his plans to start a CSA (community sponsored agriculture) next summer with their fruits, veggies and eggs. All are welcome to the November 5th meeting to hear Betty Sanders speak about “Gardening for a Lifetime.” Betty is a certified Master Gardener, a judge at the Boston Flower Show and a popular speaker from Medfield. Her talk will include
tips on refiguring your garden for new uses as your family grows and your life and interests change. This meeting will begin at 7 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church on Pleasant St. On December 3rd the Garden Club members will hold their annual holiday Auction and Dinner at 6 p.m. Guests are welcome to enjoy delicious appetizers and desserts while participating in the silent and live auction of interesting items from the kitchen and the garden. Holiday centerpieces made by FGC members will also be part of the auction. For more information about joining the Garden Club call Eileen Mason, (508) 3304234.
The Franklin Education Foundation (FEF) has awarded 13 grants totaling $24,874 for the 2013-2014 school year to teachers who represent all educational levels in the Franklin public school system. These teachers were recognized on October 22, 2013 during the Franklin School Committee meeting held at 7 p.m. at the Franklin Town Hall.
Since its inception in 1997, the FEF has awarded approximately $300,000 in grants. A committee composed of FEF representatives and teachers read all proposals through a blind review process and selected the recipients. “Consideration was given to need, innovation, impact, and integration with other school programs” stated Kit Brady, President of the Franklin Education Foundation and Chair of the Grant Review Committee. This year’s recipients are: Franklin High School – Ann
Butler, FHS Science Café; Jane Hogan and Brenna Johnson, Artistic cultural installation in the new FHS; Mike Peacock, John Leighton, and Mark Brady (Horace Mann Middle School), USB turntables for conversion of historic records; and Maria Weber, Binoculars for homebased astronomy.
At the middle school level, recipients are: Horace Mann Middle School – Mark Brady, Rocketry club & educational program; Mark Brady, Rob Vacca, and Trishia Metrick, Settlers of Catan - Middle School History; Erin O'Leary, Schoolbased audio book library; Nicole Wright and Nancy Schoen, Composition commission for middle school combined symphonic band; Shawn Fortin, Expansion of middle school “virtual” online courses; Remington Middle School – Janet Chitty, Nonfiction reading library for English language arts,
social studies, and science.
At the elementary school level, FEF awards went to Jefferson School – Kris Carter, Enhancing the Grade K-5 Health Curriculum with Interactive Activities; and Parmenter School – Jean Wolf, K-5 Exemplar Texts; Tricia Capaldi, Educational Materials for Before/After School Academic Support Clubs. Two yearly events, Casino Night and a Trivia bee, as well as an annual fund campaign, provide much appreciated support from businesses, families and organizations for the FEF grants. To see a list of programs the FEF has funded over the years, visit www.franklined.org. The Franklin Education Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit organization. All gifts are fully tax deductible. Dedicated to Innovation and Excellence in Education
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Tri-County Helps Students Keep Pace with Industry It seems the students at TriCounty Regional Vocational Technical High School can do anything. No feat is too large, no venture too frightening, no goal unattainable. They win national awards, go to the best colleges, have greater job opportunities, and perform charitable work in their communities. Where does that confidence and capability come from?
Here’s one source: Tri-County’s Graphics Communications program instructors realized that providing students with an education that prepares them for the current market and exposes them to the same equipment and methods used by pro-
fessional printers means using the latest technology. The Konica Minolta bizhub PRESS C7000 is a top-of-the line digital printing press, yet its price tag would be alienating for most organizations, costing as much as an average American home. But Tri-County’s faculty found a way to acquire the press. They secured a highly competitive education grant, making certain that Tri-County students are receiving instruction that is most relevant for today’s industry. This is a clear example of the contagious “culture of possibility” that permeates Tri-County, from faculty to students. The Equipment and Supplies
for High Schools Grant Program run by the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center is tasked with realizing Governor Deval Patrick’s Life Sciences Initiative, which intends to make Massachusetts a global leader in life sciences research and industry. These grants are highly competitive, as many schools are vying for the funding. This year, Tri-County was awarded the grant due to a combination of work by the Graphics Communication program instructors and the school’s grant writer. The grant, which enabled the purchase of the digital printing press, was worth approximately $72,000 and was matched by the press manufacturer, Konica Minolta. Konica Minolta is also providing training to the Graphics Communications instructors in the proper and best uses of the bizhub Press C7000. When ready, TriCounty students will be offering printing jobs to non-profit organizations at cost and with a maintenance fee to sustain the press’ use. “This is the technology
Tri-County Graphics Communications Instructor, Frances Williams, demonstrates to her students Radhika Bhatt, 17, of North Attleborough, and Alex Fair, 15, of Seekonk, the intricate interior system of Tri-County’s new Konica Minolta bizhub PRESS C7000.
they’ll encounter in the printing industry, so they need to be exposed to it and be comfortable using it. The orders, the deadlines, the high standards we have for work we do for our clients, it all teaches them about business and responsible work practices.
They’ll have a leg up when they go to college and they’ll be employable,” explained Frances Williams, a Tri-County Graphics Communications instructor and member of the grant writing team for the successful proposal.
Frank Foodlin Pantr y 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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Introducing Electric Youth 2014 Electric Youth (EY), the international touring ensemble of young singer-dancers trained at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts, announces EY members for the upcoming year. Selected by audition, the group is chosen for superior musicianship, stage presence, and triple threat accomplishments in voice, dance, and acting. This season’s ensemble of ten performers, ages 13-17, studies multiple dance disciplines, voice, and acting at FSPA. Some are preparing to pursue a career in the performing arts, while all are gaining valuable life skills through their participation, extensive training,
and travel experiences with the ensemble. Electric Youth 2014 includes Madison Asgeirsson, 15, Kendra Dombroski, 15, Ali Funkhouser, 17, Graham Hancock, 17, Jocelyn Jones, 14, and Shaina McGillis, 15, of Franklin; Michael Fajardo, 15, of Hopkinton; Sam Evans, 13, of Medfield; Maddy Williams, 15, of Medway; and Jenna McDermott, 14, of Wrentham. Backed by the eight-piece Boston Show Band, Electric Youth offers high-powered family entertainment with exciting choreography and impressive vocals. The ensemble per-
forms a wide range of contemporary pop, classic rock, and Broadway hits. Electric Youth 2014 will make their season debut on January 12 at Showcase Live, Patriot Place. The group will tour Austria, Germany, and Italy next summer. Electric Youth has released five professional CDs and toured Europe ten times, including a 2013 summer concert tour of England and France. EY has headlined Fourth of July shows for U.S. troops and their families at military installations in Italy, including Camp Ederle, Camp Darby, and Aviano Air Force Base. The ensemble has performed on Royal
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Senator Ross to Hold Breakfast Meetings On November 8 and January 10 Senator Richard Ross will be at Bob's Restaurant in Millis, located at 1115 Main St. from 7:30-8:30 a.m. On December 4 he will be at the King St. Cafe in Franklin, located at 390 King St. from 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas, on Fox-TV, and at Fenway Park, Gillette Stadium, Mechanics Hall, Walt Disney World, and the United Nations. EY’s show band features FSPA
Director Raye Lynn Mercer on piano, Kenny Hadley on drums, Arnie Krakowsky on tenor saxophone, Artie Montanaro on trombone, Walter Platt on trumpet, Mark Poniatowski on bass, Ken Reid on baritone saxophone, and Mark White on guitar. Under the direction of Mark Poniatowski, musical arrangers for Electric Youth are Rick Hammett, Jeff Perry, Walter Platt, Poniatowski, Mark White, and Ben Whiting. Choreographers include Mercer, Cheryl Madeux Abbott, Nick Paone, and Kellie Stamp. For more information, call (508) 528-8668 or visit www.electricyouth.com.
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Dean College Hosts Early Childhood Education Training on Nutrition The Dean College School of Continuing Studies will be hosting a free training for early childhood educators on the topic of nutrition. The event will be held on Wednesday November 20, 2013 from 6:30 – 8:30 PM and participants will earn two hours of nutrition training from the Department of Early Education and Care. Seating is limited. Highlighting the schedule is a presentation from Pam Mele titled
“Growing up Healthy: A nutrition seminar for early childhood education providers.” Pam is an adjunct faculty member and expert in the field of Early Education with over 30 years experience working with young children and educators. “On behalf of Dean College’s School of Continuing Studies, I am pleased we are able to support the professional development of early childhood educators in our
Holiday Stroll Set for Thursday December 5, 2013 The Franklin Downtown Partnership will once again be hosting the Holiday Stroll, set for Thursday December 5, 2013 from 3:30 – 7:00 PM. The event will kick-off with a tree lighting
ceremony at Dean College, followed by a stroll of downtown Franklin with holiday themed activities and refreshments provided by local businesses. More details to follow!
community on such a critical topic as childhood nutrition,” says Veatrice Carabine, Dean of the School of Continuing Studies at Dean College. The training will take place in the Golder Room, located in the Dean College Campus Center. To register for the event, please call (508) 541-1629 or email vcarabine@dean.edu. For more information, please visit www.dean.edu .
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Dean College Presents Cabaret the Musical Show dates scheduled for November 20-24th, 2013. Dean College is pleased to announce its second student production of the 2013-2014 academic season will be Cabaret – The Musical, the winner of the 2013 Laurence Olivier Award. With affordably priced tickets, a range of show dates and times, and backed by the renowned reputation of Dean’s theatre program, the College invites the public to make plans to enjoy an evening of song and dance.
Blue Man Group, Cabaret is a musical based on a book written by Christopher Isherwood, music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb. Set in 1931 Berlin as the Nazis are rising to power, it is based in nightlife at the seedy Kit Kat Klub, and revolves around the 19year-old English cabaret performer Sally Bowles and her relationship with the young American writer Cliff Bradshaw.
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Roy Takes His Office Home After Nearly Three Decades in Boston, Jeff Roy Brings Practice to Franklin BY J.D. O’GARA It took Jeffrey Roy 29 years to move his practice closer to home, but in September of 2013, Roy Law moved from Boston to Franklin. “I wish I’d done it 20 years ago,” says Rep. Jeffrey Roy, who specializes in personal injury law, specifically in product liability cases, automobile accidents, construction accidents, and other work-related injuries. “One of the things is being the State Representative and seeing how that job was panning out, I felt
I was spending too much time in Boston,” says Rep. Roy. “I’d been talking to my partner about different opportunities, and when we decided to dissolve the partnership, I decided to take the opportunity to bring my practice closer to home. There really wasn’t a need to have my practice in the city anymore, with computers and technology.” Jeff Roy has lived in Franklin since 1986. He and his wife have raised three children here. “Having an office in Franklin, along with my office at the statehouse, just made for a much better transition,” says Roy. Going back and forth to Boston adds two to three extra hours to his day, time he uses wisely.
“It allows me to participate in activities out here in Franklin,” says Roy. “Today, I was able to meet with folks at TriCounty to talk about their manufacturing programs. I also met with the superintendent of schools and the Chair of the School Committee in Franklin. I have much more flexibility with my days, being out here. The quality of life is tremendous.” With his duties as a state representative, Roy says he cannot practice law full time, but “I’m probably at my law practice two to three days a week, and that now includes weekends. I can come in here on a Saturday or for a couple of hours on a Sunday, and I don’t have to worry about the train schedule.”
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Rep. Roy not only is able to fill his time meeting with constituents and more, but he also rides each year in the Pan Mass Challenge for the Jimmy Fund, and he plays in an acoustic band, Ben Gardner’s Boat. “I have a band. That’s my balance,” says Rep., who plays guitar. “It helps calm a very crazy week. We usually practice on Thursday nights, and it’s a great way to unwind. Roy’s band plays out just five or six times a year, says Roy, and usually that’s for charity. “One of my fundraisers during the campaign was called Rock the House, and we did it at the Medway V.F.W. Another one I did in March took place at the Adirondack as a thank you to everyone
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Zentangle at Jane’s Frames BY J.D. O’GARA
before she became a picture framer.
What better way to clear your mind than to produce a piece of art? Jane Curran, owner of Jane’s Frames, is bringing Zentangle ® to Franklin. Curran recently became a Certified Zentangle Teacher, CZT, and she’ll be holding regular classes at her shop, the next one scheduled for November 12th, at 6:15 p.m.
“When I saw Zentangle, it just reawoke my artist side that had been dormant a bit,” says Curran, who says she was also inspired to find out that Maria Thomas, one of the creators of Zentangle was also a calligrapher.
“After 14 months of enjoying the relaxing and inspiring process of creating Zen-style tangles, in June I was fortunate enough to attend a 3-day class, along with over 100 attendees from all over the world. The class was taught by Marie Thomas and Rick Roberts, founders of Zentangle,” says Curran, who says her friend, Cathy Corcoran, introduced her to it. “She’s in Wrentham, and she taught classes here for awhile. She’s been very supportive,” says Curran. Curran, who was a calligrapher
“Zentangle is actually a meditative art form, and its focus and purpose is to create a relaxed mind,” says Curran, “and the happy outcome is you also have a beautiful piece of art, that anybody can do with no artistic background, ability or training.” Curran explains that Zentangle incorporates particular patterns, each with a name and repetition. Zentangle creators, she says, “started with 102 tangles, naming them for structure and reference. “It takes doodling and raises it to an art form,” she says. Beginners learn the first eight patterns, some more geometric or architectural, and some more organic.
Participants in the large class that Curran took were able to reach a collective meditative state, she says. “There was an energy. Everybody would be stimulated by the energy that would be going on in the room, the creative process would be enhanced,” she says, “Everybody started getting very excited and sharing ideas with each other and it kind of snowballed. We of had this collective brainstorm of art happening,”
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Jane says one day she dreams of holding a large Zentangle class taught by three or four teachers with 200 participants, to recreate the feeling she experienced that first time around. Then, she says, she would hold ongoing classes to incorporate color.
She points to a quote from the Zentangle web page itself: “As your eye follows your pen strokes, your attention shifts to a state that allows fresh thoughts, new perspectives and creative insights to flow unhindered by anxiety or effort.”
More than anything, Curran says Zentangle is a tool for achieving a relaxed state of mind.
Curran explains that while doing Zentangle, participants have no real outcome in mind.
“The mind is given something to do,” she says, using a deliberate
“You do not know what the outcome will be. You just let it happen
Jane Curran, has recently became a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT). She will bring this meditative art form to classes at her shop, Jane’s Frames.
– and there’s just so much joy in that. You just let go and let it happen and look at it, it’s beautiful.” The Tuesday, November 12th class will take place from 6:15 – 8:30 p.m. The cost of $35 includes a take-home kit so that participants can create Zentangles at home. For more information, contact Jane’s Frames at 11 E. Central Street, Franklin, (508) 528-3256 or visit www.janesframes.com. Jane’s Frames is also found on Facebook.
Add to the Bounty Help St. Vincent de Paul's Thanksgiving Basket Effort Each year, the St. Vincent de Paul headquarters in Stoughton offers Thanksgiving food baskets for distribution throughout the community, for which we are most grateful. If you are in need of assistance for Thanksgiving, please give the St. Mary’s Parish rectory in Franklin a call (508) 528-0020. Our SVdP Society will be conducting its 5th annual “Add to the Bounty” Thanksgiving food collection on the weekend of November 23 and 24, to enhance the baskets from HQ. Suggested items to donate include applesauce, cranberry juice, popcorn, peanut butter, jelly, jams, cookies, crackers, bread mix, pudding, candy corn, cranberry sauce, stuffing, cereal, fruit cocktail, coffee/tea/cocoa, boxes of chocolate, canned vegetables, and a Thanksgiving tablecloth or decoration. Donations may be dropped off any time until November 24 and may be placed in the boxes at the doors of the church. Please know that these donations will give many families in the community a memorable Thanksgiving dinner. God bless.
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Reiki Comes to Franklin BY J.D. O’GARA Hema Chockalingam didn’t start out as a Reiki master. In fact, the native of India was an engineer, and for 12 years, she held a nononsense, high-level, well-paid position– but she didn’t feel well. “Work with CEO’s, it’s a high level job, but it has its own effects. It has a lot of stress,” says Chockalingam who has opened Dhaya Embrace in Franklin’s Depot Plaza downtown. “In my team, I was the only woman, and after awhile, I started to get all sorts of physical ailments.” Hema says that her response to Boston’s cold climate, for example, was to break out in hives when exposed to it. “Nobody could identify the reason for that or diagnose what was going on,” she says, having had consulted a number of specialists who prescribed steroids and antihistamines, Chockalingam felt these were simply managing the symptoms, not curing them. Frustrated, she decided to gain a better understanding of her own body. “I started learning about alternative modalities, from international schools, all while working,” she says. Others, she said, benefited from the things she was learning, but nothing was working for her. Her massage therapist alerted her to Reiki. “I just signed up to learn it,” says Chockalingam, who says she was simply learning the techniques, skeptical of Reiki’s actual benefits. “I did it for friends … and people started feeling better, and I thought, ‘OK, there is something here.’” Hema began to practice Reiki on herself, at a time when her health and her life was at a difficult turning point – a job loss. “They let me go,” says Hema, re-
calling that her employer told her “You don’t have what we want, and we don’t have what you want. I reflected, at that point. I think I felt free. I knew I didn’t want to continue the job, but I didn’t know what else to do.” After meditating, Hema was struck one day by the feeling that the hands and feet decorations at the baby shower she was attending meant Reiki for her. After noticing this sign, Chockalingam says she was able to pick up on a number of other signs, all affirming the direction she should take. “I was so free, finally to do something that would make a difference for me and others,” says Chockalingam. “That’s when I started taking Reiki more seriously. I did teacher training after that.” Hema’s health has improved, and she says she is now completely free of allergies. It’s been a learning and healing process, she says. “The whole healing happened not only with Reiki, but the whole perception changed, from what we think we should be doing to knowing I have a choice. In India, you do what is expected of you if you’re a good girl.” Hema says she had a shift in perspective. Reiki, she says, “found me, rather than I found it.” Chockalingam was able to further study Reiki from a Japanese master. After that, she says, she finally understood the practice beyond technique. “Rei means universe, Ki is energy. Universal energy is everywhere, and it’s in you and me. We place our hands on the body (although no undressing is necessary), and the practitioner is like a straw, drawing in the energy.” Chockalingam says no real effort is needed to pass this energy, and it can happen regardless of belief in it or spirituality.
“The client’s body is the actual healer,” she says. “We are all connected to the source, but the thing is, we don’t have that awareness, so our body has its own intelligence to let go, detox and cleanse itself periodically, sometimes through a fever, vomiting. But if we don’t give it the proper time and space, food, rest, everything screws up and we accumulate a lot of stress. It’s overloaded and it’s not able to detox.” Emotional suffering, she says, shows up in the body. Reiki, she says, gives the body an additional boost of energy – a supplement that restores the body’s ability to heal itself. “Emotionally, we are all connected in the universe. If one of the organs in your body is disconnected from the rest, then your body becomes not at ease, and that is disease. If you’re in a family and you don’t feel connected with the rest of the family, you feel depressed, if a country is not connected with the rest of the world, it is in war. The actual problem underlying is the disconnection, and when we clear up the passage, well-being is restored, emotional health is restored, you feel at peace, you have a sense of belonging and you get better.” Chockalingam welcome skeptics. In fact, for two-and-a-half years now, she’s been offering free samples of Reiki, in 5-7 minute sessions, at the Whole Foods in Bellingham on Monday nights, from 6-9 p.m. She encourages all to come on down and try it. For those interested in trying a longer session, Chockalingham offers 30-, 60- and 90minute sessions at Dhaya Embrace, 13 Main Street, 1B, Depot Plaza, Franklin. She can be reached at (508) 440-5747, embrace.dhaya@gmail.com or www.dhayaembrace.com.
Franklin Art Association 2013 Member Show Nov. 16 &17 The Franklin Art Association will have its Member’s 2013 Fall Art Exhibit & Sale the weekend of Saturday, November 16, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, November 17 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Bellingham Public Library located at 100 Blackstone Street, Bellingham, and Mass. This juried show will feature many local artists, including Marjorie Sardella (see Beaux Regards Photographic Art on Facebook).
Reiki, says Hema Chockalingam, “found me, rather than I found it.” She has opened Dhaya Embrace, at 13 Main St., 1B, in Franklin.
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Living Healthy Preventing Eye Injuries at Home By: RogeR M. KaLdawy, M.d., MiLfoRd fRanKLin eye CenteR Protecting your eyes from injury is one of the most basic things you can do to keep your vision healthy throughout your life. You may be somewhat aware of the possible risks of eye injuries, but are you taking the easiest step of all to prevent 90 percent of those injuries: wearing the proper protective eyewear? If you are not taking this step, you are not alone. According to a national survey by the American Academy of Ophthalmology, only 35 percent of respondents said they always wear protective eyewear
when performing home repairs or maintenance; even fewer do so while playing sports.
Eye Injury Facts and Myths Men are more likely to sustain an eye injury than women. Most people believe that eye injuries are most common on the job — especially in the course of work at factories and construction sites. But, in fact, nearly half (44.7 percent) of all eye injuries occurred in the home. More than 40 percent of eye injuries are caused by projects and activities such as home repairs, yard work, cleaning and cooking. More than a third (34.2 percent) of injuries in the home oc-
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Wearing protective eyewear will prevent 90 percent of eye injuries, so make sure that your home has at least one approved pair and that you and your family members wear the eyewear when risks come into play.
• Drilling or hammering screws or nails into walls or hard surfaces like brick or cement; the screws or nails can become projectiles, or fragments can come off the surface. • Using hot objects such as curling irons around the face; inadvertent contact with the user’s eyes can cause serious injury. • Loose rugs and railings or other hazards that could cause falls or slips.
There will still be occasions when accidents and injuries happen. Consider taking some of these safety steps around the home to diminish the risks even more: • Read the labels of chemicals and cleaners carefully, and don’t mix products. • Secure rugs and railings.
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Living Healthy Yoga tip for Being at Ease Addie Alex, Light of the Heart Yoga™ What supports your ability to be at ease? Notice how at ease you feel right now . . . Is your breathing feeling smooth and full or tight and constricted or somewhere in between? Do you notice how just becoming aware of your breathing can cause it to change, relax and be more easeful?
Awareness Your gentle, yet powerful awareness is a great source of support. Without it you don’t even notice the outstanding fall colors that nature offers us each autumn. Or without that pause for awareness, you don’t notice that ache in your back that turns into a serious pain. Yoga cultivates your ability to be
aware at deeper levels within and around yourself. Your ability to be aware of the fall colors all around you can lead to an experience of joy and delight. Being aware of that ache empowers you to take care of it. Your awareness allows you to make a choice of how you want to live and how you want to feel on the inside.
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Local Church Offers Healing Spirit BY MARJORIE TURNER HOLLMAN These days, we are bombarded with advice about how to live more healthfully, and much of this advice feels contradictory. But there is a different conversation going on in Franklin about health and healing. No, it’s not a clinic, nor a yoga studio or a spa. It’s a healing service each week at a church on Hayward Street, the Anglican Church of the Redeemer. Father Jack Potter, its rector, said recently, “Our healing ministry exists during our worship service every Sunday, but we wanted to make it more available. We offer a noon healing service each Wednesday. This is an opportunity for peo-
ple who might not come to a church service on a Sunday morning.” Potter commissioned some lay members of the congregation to take the lead in this mid-week service. Dick and Donna Tomassini of Cumberland, RI were trained to conduct healing services within the order of St. Luke. The Tomassinis have had thirty years of experience in leading services offering healing prayer. Dick Tomassini noted, “You may have been to a doctor and need more help. But no one here encourages people to discontinue seeing their doctors.” Donna Tomassini continued,
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“We teach that it is not a human which includes the laying on of hands. Shown, from left to right, are Father activity,” Potter explained. “God Jack Potter, Paul potter, Barbara Tillinghast, Dick Tomassini, Donna through Christ is the healer. Dick Tomassini. Photo by Marjorie Turner Hollman. and Donna Tomassini are gifted prayer within the Christian tradi- prayed over. For of course, somewith this ministry, but it’s not tion. Healing work has never times simply asking for help is the them (or me) who heals.” He con- stopped.” first and biggest step in any path tinued, “We have seen people who to healing. Recently some people arrived have experienced changes in their Healing services take place at the health such as improvements in for the mid-week healing service mobility, conditions they have suf- supported by canes, others in Anglican Church of the Redeemer, wheel chairs, and others appar- 31 Hayward Street, Franklin every fered with for years. “ ently healthy. The service began, Wednesday from noon to 1:30 Dick Tomassini said, “We think but it was clear that it was unlike p.m. For more information, (508) people are hungry for healing. most formal Sunday services. The 346-3423 or www.redeemerangliThere are so many alternative atmosphere was more that of a canchurch.org The church is a modes of healing. But there is a gathering of friends, people will- parish of the Anglican Church in lack of knowledge about healing ing to pray for others and to be North America.
Franklin Adopts Master Plan BY J.D. O’GARA After years in the making, Franklin’s 2013 Master Plan was endorsed by Town Council on September 25, 2013, and formally adopted by the Planning Board on October 7, 2013. “The last time it was done in Franklin was 1997,” says Rep. Jeff Roy, who notes that “one of the things I was committed to doing before I finished my term on the Town Council was have the Master Plan fully completed, drafted, and approved, and hopefully, get an implementation team in place.” “Getting it done was something I’m very proud of,” says Roy, “and I think the fact that we included the implementation plan and measurable benchmarks will make it a much more usable document. I don’t think it’s going to sit on a desk and gather dust.” The implementation team, he says, is “a vital component to making the Master Plan work, to have a team out there to monitor progress and make recommendations for town to focus on. “ Roy explains that early on in the process, the council reworked the mission and vision statement for the town, bringing it up to date. Everything in
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the plan refers back to the mission and vision statement. The entire 217-page document is available for viewing at the town website, but Roy explains that, for those who might not have time to take on the heavy reading, the 24-25-page implementation plan gives a good overview of what the larger document contains. Some of the items it touches upon include encouraging work force housing and small business, and encouraging skilled workers to come to the town. In addition, the plan discusses conserving cultural and historic resources, revitalizing the core and maintaining the integrity of this New England town, and preserving open space, as well as becoming a green community. The plan also discusses providing affordable housing, and improved roadways and public transportation. “The implementation plan has all of the goals and objectives that we came up with and has action items,” says Roy. “As we unfolded and looked at each item in the Master Plan, we really referred to mission statement, and the document reflects that. It all provides a good blueprint for how we can continue to improve Franklin and make it a great place to live, work and raise a family.”
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“My Veterans Agent job has really become busy,” says Bob Fahey. “Veterans cases have increased in number and complexity.” Fahey explains that a lot of Vietnam veterans in Franklin have developed health problems due to their exposure to Agent Orange. Certain health conditions, he explains, are compensated by the Veterans Administration as presumed to be caused by the toxic defoliant. Some of these include lung cancer, diabetes and a number of other cancers.
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A Journey to Yoga, A Journey to Self Franklin Yoga & Wellness By J.D. O’Gara When people try yoga, says Betsy Barry, owner of Franklin Yoga & Wellness, one of the biggest surprises is how good they feel, even though the experience is different for everyone. “Regardless of what class you’re taking, we each have a different experience,” says Barry. Yoga gives the individual a few moments to center, and actually be present, says Barry. “It allows us to sit still for a moment, and listen. Do I need a restorative class? Do I need to sit and listen and relax? Do I need to just sit in my body and breathe? Yoga gives permission, I feel, to just slow down and be.” Barry points out that many times, when people “slow down long enough and quiet themselves,” they come to a new awareness.
Barry says that she believes one of the strengths of her particular Yoga studio is that “we allow people to have a place they can heal in their own time, at their own rate, and at a level they feel in charge.”
“As you’re holding your yoga poses, you’re allowing your body to be still. (You might be thinking) ‘Boy, I thought this shoulder injury would limit me. Maybe the shoulder injury isn’t what is holding me back, maybe there’s an energetic component,’ or if they slow down long enough, ‘I just don’t feel like I’m supported at home.’ That lands physically and energetically in the lower back.”
The newly painted sunny yellow and terracotta-colored space is almost a surprisingly warm, inviting nook in the brick office building that is Colebrook Suites, near Rte. 495. Stepping into the studio truly is taking a step off the busy highway and into another world.
Physically, says Barry, yoga will give a person a tremendous workout.
Barry has been a Yoga instructor for eight years now and an owner of the studio since July.
However, she adds, “You can do all sorts of things to loosen muscles, but if you’re not understanding the connection of what the real problem is, perhaps the burdens of life are just becoming too overwhelming, until you make that connection, you won’t be able to make the real changes that need to happen in order to heal.”
“I like to tell people I came into Yoga kicking and screaming,” says Barry. Then, a young mother of three children under age four, Barry had felt like here time for exercise was limited and needed to be focused.
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Betsy Barry, owner of Franklin Yoga & Wellness, says she came to Yoga “kicking and screaming.” What she found when she tried it, was herself.
Yoga is your journey back to yourself,” says Barry. “And we don’t realize how far we’ve come away from that until we’ve started the process of coming home.” Franklin Yoga & Wellness offers a variety of Yoga classes designed to meet all needs. The price for one single class or drop-in is $17, an 8class pass (to use within 8 weeks) is $96, or a 10-class pass (to use within 4 months) is $130. The studio also offers one- and two-month prices as well as specials. On Saturday, November 16th,
Franklin Yoga and Wellness will offer “Healing Movements with Yoga for Children,” taught by Sat Nam Kaur, from 1-4 p.m. This class is geared to parents and professionals working with children, teaching kid approved movements to help children with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, dyspraxia and anxiety. The suggested donation is $22, and you can pre-register at www.FranklinYoga.com. Franklin Yoga and Wellness is located at 1256 West Central Street, Franklin, and they can also be reached at (508) 520-4515.
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Franciscan Order Conducts Blessing of Animals in Franklin On October 4, 2013 the local community joined the Order Franciscans of Divine Mercy and Love of God (OFD) at Akin-Bak Farm 360 West Central St. Franklin, MA for the traditional Blessing of the Animals, and of the farm itself, in celebration of the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi. The feast commemorates the life of St Francis, who was born in the 12th century and is the Catholic Church’s patron saint of animals and the environment. The community brought their family pets, who were individually blessed. St. Francis is remembered for his generosity to the poor and his willingness to minister to the lepers. He is remembered for his love for animals and nature. St Francis died at Portiuncula, Italy on October 4, 1226. The Order Franciscans of Divine Mercy and Love of God is a religious order and nonprofit church ministry of the Independent Catholic Church of the Americas (ICCA), New England Diocese founded in Franklin, Ma by its current Father Guardian, Most Rev. Fr. Bob Johnnene OFD. Father Bob founded the OFD as an all inclusive welcoming and affirming Catholic ministry to ALL God's children especially
Mondays Move Along for ages 0 – 5 years old at 10:30 a.m. This thirty 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.
Give “Kiwi” a Reason to Be Thankful those who have felt unwanted, rejected or alienated from the church for any reason; letting them know that God loves them exactly as He created them. More information on the OFD and the ICCA can be found on the website http://franciscansdivinemercy.org/ or by contacting Fr. Bob Johnnene OFD at (508) 520-0992. The OFD is now accepting candidates to the order.
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Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog! Bring your favorite book or pick out one of ours to read. The dogs and their handlers are from Pawsitive Touch and are trained for one-on-one sessions. Young readers in grades 2 and up may sign up for a 15 minute time slot at the Library Circulation Desk or may contact Allison Medeiros at (508) 520-4940 x4516.
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Krafty Mondays for ages 6 to 12 at 4 p.m. The month of November is all about giving thanks. A different craft will be offered each week. No registration is required. Weekly programs are as follows: “Thank You, Vets!”
Monday, November 18th
Tuesdays Story and Craft for ages 3 to 6 at 4 p.m. Stories, activities, and a craft for children ages 3 to 6 who are able to attend "on their own." This program lasts around 45 minutes. No registration is required.
Wednesdays Terrific Toddlers for ages 0 – 3 years old at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy thirty minutes of interactive stories, songs, and activities for families and children from birth to age 3. No registration is required.
Thursdays Story and Craft for ages 3 to 6 at 10:30 a.m. Stories, activities, and a craft for children ages 3 to
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Saturday, November 23rd from 9 a.m.– 5 p.m. Stop by the library to find something the whole family will enjoy! There will be a large book sale going on all day in our meeting room with great deals on titles. The Franklin YMCA will generously provide free face painting and crafts for children from 9 –5 p.m. From 2-3 p.m, join us for a live string trio featuring classical music by Drew Ricciardi.
Meet "Kiwi" a new resident at The Purr-fect Cat Shelter looking for her furr-ever home. "Kiwi" and her 3 adorable kittens came to us through a local Animal Control Officer. She is a young adult, beautifully marked, domestic shorthair Tortoiseshell with a laid back disposition. "Kiwi" is very playful and active and would enjoy a young family that she can amuse and have lots of fun with. "Kiwi" and several other cats and kittens are available for adoption at The Purr-fect Cat Shelter. Visit www.purrfectcatshelter.org for an adoption application or call the message center at
(508) 533-5855. All cats and kittens have been examined by a veterinarian, spayed or neutered, tested for feline leukemia and FIV, vaccinated, dewormed and microchipped. The Purr-fect Cat Shelter is a non-profit, nokill, all volunteer organization providing care and shelter to homeless cats and kittens with the ultimate goal of finding permanent loving homes.
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The Chic Boutique Opens in Medway! The Chic Boutique today announced that it has opened the doors of its new shop in Medway as it enters its 10th year. Owner Amy Darst took the summer off while her new shop, which is visible now along Route 109 next to Restaurant 45, was built for her. The Chic Boutique is not a “young boutique� says Darst. She tries to showcase items and outfits that befit the typical Metrowest woman. She typically is dressing customers who are busy local ladies who dress nice and sincerely adore the unique, stylish offerings at The Chic Boutique.
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Saturday, November 30th at 7:30 pm Ornament is an 11 piece rock orchestra specializing as a tribute to the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. While smaller in scale than TSO’s display, Ornament’s musical production is completed by a rock and roll sound system and a marvelous light show of over 60 lights, strobes, fog, and snow machines. With traditional carols and holiday music set to rock, gospel, and blues, Ornament’s performance tells an inspiring tale of Christmas wishes and miracles.
She has successfully operated her business with a unique flavor, call it Service before the Sale. This means that Amy is often called upon by her customers to “dress them,� and she seems to always be able to put together a stunning ensemble for her customers, or direct them to the single item to complete their look. Service before the Sale and her customers love her fashion sense. “I am so excited to be back. The other day, one of my long time customers wrote to me that she needed to come in so I could get her dressed and ready for a speaking engagement at the Wal-
dorf Astoria in New York City. I have done this many times for my customers, dressing them for a company party, weddings, special dinner and dancing dates and a whole host of other events.� “It is so fun,� says Darst, who thinks of her Chic Boutique as “a place to play adult dress up.� While located at 45 Milford Road (Route 109), the Chic Boutique now also offers online shopping on their website. For more information, call (508) 5334225, check out her website at amyschicboutique.com or her very active Facebook page.
Enter the Santa Foundation Calendar Raffle in November! The Santa Foundation has come out with its 2013 Santa Foundation Calendar. Each year, the Santa Foundation, which helped 783 families last year, a big increase, sells this raffle calendar as a fundraiser. For $20, purchasers will be entered into a daily raffle for the month of November. Winning entries will be re-entered into the drawing each day, so purchasers have the chance to win up to 30 times. Prizes for the calendar raffle range from $50 cash prizes to gift certificates to local establishments, baseball gear signed by Bill Lee and a Fenway Park brick in a case. Calendars are available for sale at Franklin establishments, or find them to purchase online at thesantafoundationinc.org/ calendar_raffle.html. The Santa Foundation can also be reached at (508) 528-1767 or www.thesantafoundationinc.org.
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Calendar November 2 All You Can Eat Breakfast, 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. Federated Church of Norfolk, 1 Union Street in Norfolk center. The menu includes made to order omelets, made from scratch pancakes, ham, sausage, hash brown potatoes, caramel French toast, and mini cinnamon rolls. Adults $7, seniors & children $5, & children under 10 eat for free. The meal is served in a handicapped accessible room. For more information, please call the church office 508-528-0262. 2013 Second Annual New England Laughter Yoga Conference, 9 a.m. –5 p.m., VFW Post 7272, 940 South Main Street, Bellingham. Workshops with NE laughter professionals will include Gratitude, the Psychology of Laughter, Improving Your Gibberish, and adding Joyful Tai Chi movements to your laughter. Open to all! $45 includes all the workshops and laughter sessions, morning coffee, snacks, and other beverages. Bring your own bag lunch or we can order you a lunch. There will also be laughter merchandise for sale. See www.letslaughtoday.com, e-mail billandlinda@letslaughtoday.com for a registration form, or call (508) 660-2223. November 2 Franklin Education Foundation Casino Night, 7-11 p.m., Tickets are $25 individually, or 2 for $40, and includes complimentary hot and cold hors d’oeuvres served in a festive “Monte Carlo� setting along with live music and a cash bar. Tickets can be purchased at the door, or contact Kit Brady (cbbrady1@comcast.net) to purchase individual or group tickets in advance. Proceeds support innovation in Franklin Public Schools. World Martial Arts Federation Hall of Famer Rocky DiRico and Stanley Cup winner Ed Ronan to speak at Anglican Church of the Redeemer, 31 Hayward St., Franklin, 10:30-12 p.m., Parents are encouraged to attend with their families. Free. For more information, please call (508) 3463423. Admissions Open House, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Woodside Montessori Academy, 350 Village St., Millis
November 3 FranklinLions Candy Give Back, Donate Your Candy to the Troops!, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., VFW Hall, 1034 Pond St., Franklin, Every child who donates is entered into a drawing for various prizes. November 4 In-Session Open House, 9:30-11 a.m., Woodside Montessori Academy, 350 Village St., Millis Rep. Linsky Office Hours, in Millis at 11 a.m., Millis Senior Center, 900 Main St., Millis Community VNA Drop-In Grieving Support Group, 7-8:30 p.m., Community VNA, 10 Emory Street, Attleboro, MA, For more information, please call the Bereavement Coordinator at (508) 222-0118 ext.1373. November 5 Franklin Garden Club Meeting, 7 p.m., St. John’s Episcopal Church, Pleasant Street, Franklin, featuring Certified Master Gardener Betty Sanders speaking about “Gardening for a Lifetime.� All welcome. November 8 Franklin Senior Center Annual Veterans Day Breakfast, 9 a.m. Please call the center to sign up. November 9 Franklin Newcomers & Friends Annual Craft Fair, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., TriCounty Regional Technical Vocational High School, $3 admission (although discounts for families), over 75 crafters featured, visit franklinnewcomers.com or visit Craft Fair – Franklin Newcomers & Friends on Facebook. Seth Glier & Liz Longley, 8 p.m., Circle of Friends Coffeehouse, 262 Chestnut St., Franklin, w w w. c i r c l e f o l k . o rg , (http://sethglier.com/tour), $20 “Being Wild in Namibia,� art opening, 7-9 p.m. presenting Mattie Simas’ iconic photography showcasing the landscape, culture and wildlife of Namibia. Franklin Art Center, 5 Main St., Franklin. Show to run through November. November 10 Community VNA Hospice and Palliative Care Service of Remembrance & Thanksgiving, 3 p.m., for those who’ve experienced loss, Saint Mary’s Roman
Catholic Church, 14 Park Street, North Attleboro, November 12 Zentangle Class, Jane’s Frames, 6:15-8:30 p.m., $35 includes materials and take-home kit. Experience this meditative art form. November 13 Franklin Newcomers & Friends meeting, 7:30 p.m., 3 Restaurant, www.franklinnewcomers.com The United Regional Chamber of Commerce 97th Annual Meeting & Luncheon, 12 p.m. Celebrates the recipients of the Person of the Year and Business of the Year awards, Lake View Pavilion, 45 Lakeview Road, Foxborough. $45 per person pre-paid. Registration required (508) 222-0801. November 16 Franklin Art Association Member’s 2013 Fall Art Exhibit & Sale, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m., Bellingham Public Library, 100 Blackstone St., Bellingham. Juried show Kids’ Club bereavement group for children 5 through 13, 9:30 a.m. –12 p.m., quarterly program where children are invited to express their feeling related to a loss. Activities include crafts, memory books, sharing and discussion. Pre-registration is required. Call Bereavement Coordinator (508) 222-0118 ext.1373, Community VNA, 10 Emory Street, Attleboro, MA Holly Fair, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Federated Church of Norfolk, Corner of Rte. 115 and Main St., call (508) 528-0262 or visit www.fcon.org for more information.
November 22 Cabaret, Dean College, 7:30 p.m., For tickets and information, email boxoffice@dean.edu , call (508) 541-1605 or visit www.dean.edu.
Shopping Center, 475 Village Dr., Franklin, Please RSVP (508) 5286200 or email dance@fredastairefranklin.com. The studio is online at www.fredastairefranklin.com, and on Facebook as well.
November 23 5th Annual “Add to the Bounty� Thanksgiving food collection to enhance thanksgiving baskets. Suggested items include applesauce, cranberry juice, popcorn, peanut butter, jelly, jams, cookies, crackers, bread mix, pudding, candy corn, cranberry sauce, stuffing, cereal, fruit cocktail, coffee/tea/cocoa, boxes of chocolate, canned vegetables, and a Thanksgiving tablecloth or decoration. Donations may be dropped off any time until November 24 and may be placed in the boxes at the doors of the church. Please know that these donations will give many families in the community a memorable Thanksgiving dinner. God bless.
Cabaret, Dean College, 2 & 7:30 p.m., For tickets and information, email boxoffice@dean.edu, call (508) 541-1605 or visit www.dean.edu.
Family Fun Day at the Library! 9 a.m.– 5 p.m., large book sale, Franklin YMCA will provide free face painting and crafts for children from 9 –5 p.m. From 2-3 p.m, live string trio featuring classical music by Drew Ricciardi. St. Joseph’s Annual Christmas Bazaar and Bake Shoppe, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., St. Joseph’s Parish Center, 145 Holliston St., Medway Fred Astaire Dance Studio Grand Opening, 5-9 p.m., refreshments, performances & guest raffle for free dance lessons. Franklin
November 21 Cabaret, Dean College, 7:30 p.m., For tickets and information, email boxoffice@dean.edu , call (508) 541-1605 or visit www.dean.edu.
November 25 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.com for more information. November 28 LaSalette Christmas Festival of Lights opens (through January 5th), 5-9 p.m., National Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette, 947 Park St., Rte. 118, Attleboro (508) 2225410, www.lasalette-shrine.org
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November 24 Cabaret, Dean College, 2 p.m., For tickets and information, email boxoffice@dean.edu , call (508) 541-1605 or visit www.dean.edu.
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Franklin Sports There’s An Angel Watching Over Dean College Grid Team BY KEN HAMWEY Brett Angel has the perfect background to be coaching football at Dean College. The 6-foot-1, 290-pounder starred at guard and tackle for four
years at Millis High, where he was a two-time Tri Valley League allstar. After graduating in 2007, Angel enrolled at Dean and didn’t waste any time piling up accolades. He was an all-star choice twice in the Northeast Football
Conference, and he also was named an all-American by the National Junior College Athletic Association. Angel then earned a scholarship to Northern Michigan and he often started for the Wildcats both years,
playing guard, center and fullback. “I’ve got no regrets with the way my football career has unfolded,’’ the 24-year-old Angel said. “Last year, I coached the defensive line at Dean, and this year I’m working as offensive line coach and also the strength and conditioning coach. I played for (head coach) Todd Vasey at Dean, and now it’s a pleasure to work on his staff. He’s a great motivator, and he demands discipline.’’ Angel was a success at all levels on the gridiron, but winning seasons didn’t come easy. At Millis, he labored through four losing campaigns. Dean was a winning venue and at Northern Michigan, he played on a pair of 6-4 squads. “My best effort in high school came in my first game as a senior, playing for new coach Dale Olmsted,’’ Angel recalled. “We beat Archbishop Williams, 2-0, and I blocked a field goal attempt as time was running out. I also had a good game in the line on offense and defense.’’ Olmsted still remembers that game vividly.
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After dominating at Dean, Angel transitioned quickly to roles at guard, center and fullback at Northern Michigan, a Division 2 university that plays in the Great Lakes Athletic Conference against the likes of Michigan Tech, Findlay (Ohio), Saginaw, Grand Valley and Wayne State. “I had a good outing against Findlay in my junior year at Northern,’’ Angel said. “I was the lead blocker in the backfield from my fullback slot. I had a decent day blocking their linebackers.’’
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“Thinking about getting a shot at the NFL always was in the back of my mind,’’ Angel noted. “But, I had back issues that limited me. I decided to focus more on academics.’’ Angel plans to continue working diligently at Dean, imparting all kinds of knowledge to young and upcoming offensive linemen. “Brett was part of two bowl teams at Dean,’’ Vasey said. “He’s a great role model for the current players. He coordinates film video and also works on the players’ strength and conditioning. He’s in his third year with us, and he’s doing a great job.’’ So far, Dean players have learned their lessons well, compiling a 5-2 record after seven games. Angel hopes to someday become a position coach and a strength and conditioning coach at the Division 1 level. “That’s my goal, and we’ll see what happens,’’ Angel said. For the present, however, Angel will teach the attributes that he relied on for success. Things like mental toughness, passion for the game, sound technique and playing in pain. He’ll also emulate coaches like Olmsted, Chuck Grant (Millis A.D.) and Vasey. “Coach Olmsted helped me a lot, especially with my college decisions, and Chuck enabled me to learn about being mentally tough,’’ Angel emphasized. “Todd tries to help his former players by adding them to his staff. He also is respected by so many people.’’ Now living in Franklin and coaching in familiar territory, Angel is taking advantage of his degree in physical education, and his future no doubt will involve some big challenges that likely will unfold at big-time college venues.
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Franklin Sports Tri-County Golf Heads Back to the State Tourney BY CHRISTOPHER TREMBLAY
The Tri-County golf team ventured into the state tournament last fall after finishing the year with a 9-3 overall record and was third in the Mayflower League. Unfortunately, the Cougars were not able to do much once they got to the tournament. With their disappointing showing, the Cougar golfers almost immediately began to practice following their season to improve their game. Thus far, Tri-County has compiled a 9-2 record and has
already qualified to return to the state tournament following the regular season. “With the work that the kids put in during the off-season I believe that we’ll have a good chance this year in the states,” TC golf coach Walter Lourenco said. “The scores the kids have been putting up as of late will make it interesting to see what they can do this year.” Although it has taken all the golfers playing at a high rate to get the Cougars to where they are today, it has been the ‘Dynamic
Duo’ of Drew Zaiter and Jake Ducharme that has provided the 12 punch to get things rolling each and every match. Thus far, each golfer is 9-0 on the season. Zaiter is a senior captain who leads by example and is always looking to get better individually as well as improving the entire team. With Zaiter playing number one, Ducharme, a junior, plays right behind him in the number two spot. Both golfers are consistent athletes according to the coach.
Jake Ducharme is part of the "Dynamic Duo" that has provided Tri-County's golf team with the edge they need to head to the states.
Sophomore Chris Boyd has been improving as the year goes along and has been playing in the number three spot for the Cougars for the most part, while freshman Kyle Hobbs, who has been shooting in the low 40’s is right behind him. With these two making such great strides, things bode well for the future of Tri-County golf.
Tricounty Gold coach Walter Lourenco says this year's team has a good chance in the states this year. The team has worked hard to come back from their loss in the tourney last year.
Connor Harrington and Quinton White, both committed athletes, will switch off and on, while senior Ray Jarvis, who is entering his third year on the team (he took last season off to work on his baseball
swing) will usually play in either the five or six spot, depending on how he’s shooting at practice. The alternates are scoring a lot lower this year and seem to be feeding off how the team is doing as a whole. Other Tri-County golfers on the team are Ray Wilschek, Kevin Khols, Sam Lacasse, Connor Flanigan and Caleb Joyce-Vorce. The Cougars are looking to finish up their season in the Mayflower League and ride into the state tournament in a much better place than they were a year ago.
Karate and Hockey Pros Speak at Anglican Church of Redeemer Nov. 2 Come meet in person Rocky DiRico of Franklin, who was inducted into the World Martial Arts Federation Halls of Fame, and Stanley Cup winner Ed Ronan, also of Franklin, at the Anglican Church of the Redeemer, 31 Hayward Street Franklin, Saturday, November 2 from 10:30-noon.
Ronan will talk about what it takes to stay motivated and disciplined as a professional athlete, and how discipline and motivation carries into life outside professional sports. Ronan played professional hockey for seven years, and was right wing for the Montreal Canadiens when they won the Stanley Cup in 1993.
DiRico and other Karate masters and students will offer martial arts demonstrations, including fighting forms and board breaking. DiRico will talk about the importance of developing self-confidence, building character and more.
Parents are encouraged to attend with their families. Admission is free. For more information, please call (508) 346-3423.
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Hockomock YMCA 4th Golf Classic a Perfect Day The Hockomock Area YMCA enjoyed a beautiful fall day of exclusive golf on the world class TPC Boston for its fourth annual Legends Golf Classic. Under the leadership of New England Patriot legend and the Y’s Legends Chair Pete Brock, Boston area sports legends were paired with golfers to create a truly unique experience. Event proceeds will provide opportunities for youth and teens with special needs to participate alongside their typically developing peers in Hockomock Area YMCA programs and services through the Y’s innovative Integration Initiative.
This year, our Integration Initiative youth and teens had the unique opportunity to putt and interact with golfers and legends on the first hole putting green at TPC Boston. Integration Initiative participants enjoy meeting Boston Red Sox pitcher and legend Luis Tiant. Pictured L-R:Integration Initiative Coordinator Barbara Manuelpillai, Kelsey Money, Legend Luis Tiant, John McGonagle III, Shawn Bouchard, Dennis Gilreath and Mike McCarthy.
Boston area sports legends teamed up with the Hockomock Area YMCA Tuesday for the 4th annual Legends Golf Classic at TPC Boston. The day’s winning line up included athletes from the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots: (L-R) Ronnie Lippett, Roland James, Matt Chatham, Steve Grogan, Joe Morgan, Jim Bowman, Steve Gregory, Joe Andruzzi, Luis Tiant, Troy Brown, Jerry Moses, Mark LeVoir, Tim Fox, Randy Vataha, Gino Cappelletti, Legends Chairman Pete Brock and Steve King.
YPO Appoints Executive Board
Ron Groves
Jenny Wilson
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Sean Chrobak
Victoria Faunce
The United Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Young Professionals Organization (YPO) has elected a new board of directors. Serving on the YPO Executive Committee are: President Sean Chrobak, Vice President Ronald Groves, Immediate Past President Victoria Faunce, Secretary R. Thomas Dunn, Mar-
keting Communication Jennifer Wilson, and The United Regional Chamber of Commerce representative Jack Lank For more information, visit YPO’s website unitedregionalypo.org or call (508) 488-YPO1 (9761).
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home M A R K E T P L A C E RE/MAX Executive Realty’s Robert Badzmierowski donates to Cory’s Crusaders, Inc. On September 25, 2013 at the RE/MAX Executive REalty office in Franklin, MA, Robert J. Badzmierowski surprised former high school classmates Teresa and Jim Gaudet, with a donation of $500 to their nonprofit organization Cory’s Crusaders, Inc. Teresa and Jim started Cory’s Crusaders, Inc. to provide financial assistance to parents of children battling brain cancer. Their son, Cory was diagnosed with brain cancer in January 2011 and lost his courageous battle on Auguts 19, 2012.
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It’s A Sign of the Times… New homes continue to sell well, and the trend now is to build a custom designed home. High end subdivisions are the latest sign of the times. Architects are meeting with potential new home buyers and discussing the details of their “wants and needs.” The days of the “cookie cutter” boxes with a lump and a bump on the front are long gone. Now the new home buyer wants to design every detail of the home. The new home buyer is one who is taking advantage of today’s affordable prices and building that special design that will be exclusive to his/her home. Most custom designed plans have copyright infringements that follow that plan. A true custom plan is not one that is seen in any other subdivision. There is a new breed of buyer, architect and builder. They want to create a subdivision that is high end with a homogenous flavor but uniquely designed and presented. The small cookie cutter homes in large subdivisions are rarely found in new com-
munities because of the initial cost of the land. Custom homes in high end subdivisions are providing a new atmosphere in our new home communities, and it’s just another sign of the times. About the Author: Barbara Todaro is an award winning real estate agent with 35 years of experience and is the marketing agent for The Kuney-Todaro Team. Barbara is a blogger on ActiveRain, Google+ and several other real estate platforms. Visit her website at www.todarosellsfranklinma.com. For commenting and further discussion, Barbara Todaro can be reached at 508-520-9881.
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