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Franklin’s Shea What Grit Looks Like By Ken Hamwey Alyssa Shea’s story is must reading for anyone in need of inspiration. The 17-year-old is a senior at Franklin High, plays varsity volleyball and is a member of the National Honor Society. She’s also a peer mentor for underclassmen and a Best Buddy mentor for those with special needs. The 5-foot-10 native of Franklin wears a refreshing smile, and she’s always upbeat and optimistic. A capable right-side hitter, her athletic ability on a volleyball court has been labeled as “intense and highly skilled’’ by her coach. All of Shea’s plusses and her activities are indeed truly amazing, because she copes with pain –lots of pain that flares up randomly.
Franklin Volleyball player Alyssa Shea not only excels in sport, studies and altruism, but she also does it while battling a variety of physical hurdles.
She suffers from Crohn’s disease and has had stomach surgery for ACNES Syndrome. Shea also has had three bouts of Lyme disease and is allergic to foods containing gluten. Crohn’s is an inflammatory bowel disease that causes pain in the intestines and ACNES Syndrome is a nerve entrapment disorder that causes pain, usually in the abdomen. To combat Crohn’s, which has no cure, Shea takes medication and also must undergo four hours of IV treatment every 5-6 weeks. She missed 41 days of school last year that involved six hospital stays. She also missed the volleyball playoffs because of
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Horace Mann Statue Funds Approved, Project Moves Forward By J.D. O’Gara The town of Franklin will be getting its Horace Mann statue, with the Franklin Town Council voting to appropriate the remainder of the $96,000 for the construction of the statue. Funds to the tune of $50,000 had been earmarked for the project from the State, from the Office of Travel and Tourism. Although Governor Baker’s office had vetoed that amount, the state legislature overrode the veto and funds were again allocated. Therefore, Franklin will be providing the re m a i n d e r of $46,000, Organ ic Beer & Win e
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her ACNES Snyndrome surgery, which made Shea only the 13th person in the history of Children’s Hospital to be operated on for that condition. When Shea competes, her play is greatly affected. “There are times when I have to sit out a portion of practice or come out of a game,’’ she said. “I’ve tried to convince myself that I can overcome it and play through it. But, I’ve had to learn when to stop and when to keep going. Mental toughness helps.’’ Franklin coach Kate Horsmann admires Shea’s strength and marvels at her ability to cope with her medical issues. “Alyssa is always smiling, just a super kid who’s bright and articulate,’’ Horsmann emphasized. “At times she’ll tell me she’s fine and able to play, but that’s not always the case. She’s a battler whose main priority is to help her team.’’ Shea was second last year in kills, got her share of blocks and worked diligently on her passing. “Alyssa is an instinctive player who can hit, pass and block,’’ said Horsmann. “She’s got a knack for volleyball.’’
Shea is adept at the sport because she possesses key attributes and works hard to sharpen her skills. “I’ve got quickness and my court awareness is good,’’ Shea noted. “To be effective in volleyball you have to communicate. I’m vocal and I’m also aggressive. Good placement on hits and staying low to help with mobility are also things I work on.’’ Shea, who started playing volleyball as a freshman, is attracted to the sport because of its fast pace. She also likes the way it demands being alert and vocal. “I just love the game,’’ she says. “I played jayvee volleyball as a freshman and got minutes
on the varsity,’’ she recalled. “My goal this year is for Franklin to be Kelly-Rex Division champs. As for the tourney, we’ve got the talent to go far, but we’ve got to believe in ourselves and stay healthy. I’d love to finish as a state champ. That would be cool.’’ Shea, who says individual statistics aren’t as important as team success, admires her teammates, who are sensitive to her illnesses. “When I have to sit out because of pain, my teammates understand,’’ she said. “That’s never been an issue. Our captains — Dayna McCue and Aubrie Kutil — joined the varsity when I did and they’re both good friends
October 2015 and excellent players. Dayna is a good passer and Aubrie is skilled and very vocal.’’ Shea also is a fan of her coach. “I’d rate coach Horsmann as very caring and very motivating,’’ Shea said. “She’s always pushing us to reach our potential, and she’s intense in a positive way.’’ Shea, who’s helped Franklin post a 2-0 record so far and had 11 kills against Foxboro, is considering attending a Division 1 college, like UConn or Boston College. She’s leaning towards a major in the medical profession. “Because of my condition, I’ve learned a lot about medicine and doctors, so I may pursue a career in medicine,’’ Shea said. “And, if I go to a Division 1 school, chances are that I’d play club volleyball.’’ Shea has dealt with two primary illnesses in a courageous way. Her faith has been a factor in how she copes. “I know that something good will come after the incidents I’ve had with these conditions,’’ she emphasized. Alyssa Shea is an inspiration. In spite of pain, she competes, she’s academically outstanding and she volunteers to help others. She is the total package.
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and private sculptures, monuments, memorials, portraits, reliefs, and architectural sculpture and ornament. The artist not only designs and produces new works, but he has years of involvement in restoration of antique sculpture and monuments, including work for The Old State House in Boston and the Washington Monument. “He’d done a preliminary design, and he’s actually going to build a two-foot clay replica, probably by the end of the year,” say Rep. Roy. Pellegri adds that the sketch of the design is near complete, but some of the wording may be modified on the final rendering. The statue will be located on a 4,500 square foot parcel of land where the old town hall was located, at 150 Emmons St. Although the land housing that building is being sold to developer Roger Calarese, the town kept an easement there. The town will have to wait until the
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owner of the new property completes his construction before physically moving on the project, says Pellegri. The Horace Mann statue committee includes Deb Pellegri (Chair), Rep. Roy, Charles Oteri, Tom Mercer, Robert Dellorco, Lisa Piana and Mary Olsen, all of whom were appointed in April for the project. The committee, says Roy, will work with Mr. Shure to make any changes they see fit to the preliminary design. “The fact that Horace Mann was born in Franklin and went on to become the Father of Public Education for the entire United States of America is probably one of the most significant things for our country. Not many people know that this important person was born in our town,” says Roy “I know how important education is to this community, and I think highlighting the fact that the Father of Public Education was born here fits in with the phi-
Horace Mann Park will be located on a 4,500 easement at the 150 Emmons Street location.
“He’s from Woburn,” says Deb Pellegri, who is chairing the Horace Mann Statue committee. “We had an RFP out there and we got four different people that sent in requests, and his stood out among all else. He also did our statue of Benjamin Franklin outside our library, and he did a
wonderful job. He’s well-known, renowned in his profession, and we’re just pleased that his name came to the top.” Robert Shure runs Skylight Studios, Inc.( http://www.skylightstudiosinc.com/) an historic sculpture design studio that specializes in commissioned public
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Church of the Redeemer in Franklin to Host Charity Missions Event! October 24 and 25, Moseley Mills, Franklin Franklin, MA -Church of the Redeemer along with Moseley Mills will be hosting two events to raise money and awareness for multiple local charities in and around Franklin. In an effort to reach out and make an impact on the community there will be two events open to the public: Saturday, October 24th, 7 p.m., at Church of the Redeemer (31 Hayward St., Franklin) - local artist and humanitarian photographer Mattie Simas (www.mattiesstudio. com) who has travelled the globe to capture amazing photos will be exhibiting her work and sharing stories behind her photos. Along with Mattie Simas, Pianist Christian Heubner of Vermont will be sharing stories and
performing various piano pieces. Local artists will also be showing their work in and around the businesses of Moseley Mills (Pre-event@6 p.m.). Dessert will be served. Limited seating, tickets required. All proceeds will go directly to local charities in the Franklin area ($25 per ticket, redeemerfranklin.com, (508) 3463423). Sunday, October 25th from 1-4 p.m. at Moseley Mills, Redeemer and Moseley Mills will be hosting a Free “Block Party” with booths and specialty food trucks where all can take part in supporting local charities sponsored by the businesses of Moseley Mills. High school percussion ensemble King Phillip Steel Drum Band will be play-
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Thomas J. Lynch New Franklin Deputy Police Chief Chief Stephan Semerjian and Town Administrator Jeffrey Nutting are pleased to announce that Lt. Thomas J. Lynch began as Deputy Police Chief of the Franklin Police Department on Sept. 6. Lt. Lynch has been a member of the department since 1996, where he began as a Patrol Officer. He was promoted to Sergeant in 2000 and became a Lieutenant in 2002. Throughout his career, Lt. Lynch has participated in all aspects of the department’s operations, from selecting and training employees, to budget management and strategic planning. He has demonstrated his commitment to public safety in the community whether he is on or off duty.
“We know this high level of involvement in town will continue as Lt. Lynch transitions into his new role,” Chief Semerjian said. “His dedication to law enforcement and years of experience in the field will serve our residents well.” Lt. Lynch is an active member of the Municipal Police Training Committee and the Metropolitan Law Enforcement Council (Metro-LEC). He also serves as a Commanding Officer in Metro-LEC’s Special Tactics and Response unit, known as Metro-STAR. Lt. Lynch holds a master’s degree in Public Administration from Framingham State College.
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Harlem Wizards Vs. Franklin Public Schools “Team FPS” A Community Basketball Event & Fundraiser for Franklin Educational Foundation, November 13 WHEN: Friday, November 13, 2015 @ 7 p.m. WHERE: Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School Gymnasium, Franklin, MA WHAT: The Harlem Wizards will bring their team to Franklin to compete against “Team FPS” for a 2-hour tournament. The
Harlem Wizards brand of “Trick Hoops & Alley Oops” entertainment basketball has been packing gyms across the globe for over 50 years! Their show includes amazing slams, world-class tricks, precision teamwork and humor. WHO: “Team FPS” will include teachers and staff from Franklin Public Schools. We anticipate a crowd of 1,200 students, parents and children! WHY: Since 1997, FEF fundraisers have raised over $300,000
which has been distributed to Franklin Public Schools in the form of special grants. All Franklin Public School staff members are eligible to submit creative, innovative ideas for programs or activities that would not traditionally be funded by tax dollars. To see a list of programs FEF has funded over the years, visit www.franklined.org. OPPORTUNITY FOR SPONSORSHIPS: This will be FEF’s largest
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Franklin Art Association Monthly Meeting October 7 The Franklin Art Association will meet Wednesday, October 7th, from 6:30 – 9 p.m. at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street, Franklin.
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Finding Fantastic Foliage around the Corner from Where You Live By Marjorie Turner Hollman For many of us, our goal in the fall is to find that picture-perfect view just like we saw in our favorite magazine. You know what I’m talking about: glowing, fiery orange sugar maples on a town common, white church strategically placed amidst the trees, the hillside backdrop aglow. The reality that most of us see? A whole lot of color interspersed amongst trees that aren’t quite with the program yet. Pine trees disrupting the show, while other deciduous trees steadfastly remain on their own time schedule. Trees that have partly “turned” while the rest of the tree stubbornly remains green. And just when we think we’ve found a perfect spot, the rains of autumn arrive, washing all the color away overnight. To find those great spots, it takes a little practice—perhaps even a small amount of “detecting.” In the process of creating two walking guides to very local trails in south central Massachusetts,
I’ve taken photos along each of these trails, sharing with others the stunning beauty found on these local paths. Last fall I made a special effort to capture some of fall’s colors. And that’s when I realized how very fleeting indeed is this season that New England is so well-known for. Lasting just a few weeks, the season can be dramatically shortened with one heavy rainstorm. And yet…even when all the other trees have dropped their leaves in one fell whommp! the oaks hold on. “Eh, it’s just oaks,” you might say. Yes, oak trees will cling to their leaves, some all the way till the following spring when new growth finally succeeds in pushing the old leaves out of the way. But sometimes, when the light is right, the oaks will glow with a bronze glory that nearly outshines their sugar maple cousins, the prima donnas of the foliage season. Some basic things to keep in mind to find fantastic foliage
around the corner from where you live: Learn where the walking trails are near your local rivers, streams and ponds. Many of these bodies of water have walking trails that are great spots to visit year round; along the Blackstone River in Uxbridge, Northbridge, Millville and Blackstone; next to the Upper Charles River in Milford, Bellingham, Medway, Millis and Medfield and Sherborn; the Neponset River in Walpole: the Sudbury River in Framingham. Mill Pond in Westborough offers a great walk; or try walking along the north shore of Lake Whitehall in Hopkinton. Many towns have small ponds that are great spots to look for foliage. By visiting prior to foliage season, you’ll familiarize yourself with those picture-perfect spots. Visit these trails first, since often trees along waterways will drop their leaves first. Start learning to recognize
These beautiful colors accented Franklin’s Sculpture Park last fall.
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common trees, shrubs and plants. Many plants besides the iconic maples and beeches provide colorful displays. Bringing samples home for identification can help in this learning process, but be forewarned—poison ivy joins the autumnal party. You’ll be very sorry if you bring these colorful leaves back home with you! Search out beech groves, (those trees with smooth, gray bark that people seem to revel in writing their initials on) like the ones at Hopedale Parklands, or Moosehill Audubon in Sharon, and remember where these groves are so you can revisit at Look to sources of water to find early Autumn color on walking trails, the height of the season. As you but hurry! These trees generally are the first to drop their leaves. stroll among the beech trees, be Photo by Marjorie Turner Hollman sure to look up—in the sunlight, the yellow leaves positively glow. Lookout Rock in Northbridge; England countryside. Get acquainted with your Visit spots with views. South Noanet Peak at Noanet Woods Central Massachusetts has in Dover; Rocky Narrows in local cemeteries. Every New many easy walking trails, but Sherborn; and the overlook England community has cemnot as many overlooks as you’ll on the Bluff trail at Moosehill eteries, old and new. Many of find in New Hampshire or Audubon, Sharon, just to name these places, set aside for reVermont. Plan to visit places a few. These all offer easy walks membrance, are ideal for foliage like Joe’s Rock in Wrentham, to sweeping vistas of the New viewing. No power lines get in
the way of the view, the “neighbors” are quiet, and many graveyards have mature sugar maples that offer a glorious autumn display in the fall. Many cemeteries have paved walkways that make for easy walking. Check with your local cemeteries, or historical committees to see if they have restrictions, limit parking, or have any rules that would limit your ability to park nearby and explore. Practice using your camera prior to autumn. Foliage looks different at different times of the day. Visit your favorite spots at various times; early morning, mid day, and late afternoon. Many overlooks face only one direction. Depending on the time of day, you may see very little if the sun is in your eyes, and too much light will wash out any color. And if you can’t get out on the trail? Simply enjoy driving along back roads, which often have sugar maples, ash trees, birch, and other species along the way just waiting for you to
Page 7 come by to appreciate the show. Autumn is a wonderful time in New England. People travel from around the globe to take part in this yearly event. For those of us lucky enough to live right nearby, be sure to enjoy it while you can, and remember to look nearby. With a little practice, you can become a foliage detective, discovering foliage in all the right places. Happy detecting! Marjorie Turner Hollman is a personal historian recently featured at the Holliston and Franklin Public Libraries, who loves the outdoors, and has completed two guides to Easy Walking trails in Massachusetts, Easy Walks in Massachusetts http:// bit.ly/1JQmiMm; and More Easy Walks in Massachusetts http://bit. ly/1VzyVzw . Chapter Coordinator for the Association of Personal Historians New England Chapter, she is a Certified Legacy Planner with LegacyStories.org, and is the producer of numerous veterans interviews for the Bellingham/Mendon Veteran’s History Project. www.marjorieturner.com
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All New October Stroll Thursday, Oct. 15, Downtown Franklin: Pumpkin Decorating, Entertainment, Crafts, Activities Planned It has been said that fall is the best time of year in New England, and the Franklin Downtown Partnership plans to celebrate autumn in downtown Franklin with the October Stroll on Thursday, October 15, from 4 to 8 p.m. The October Stroll was created after organizers postponed the Harvest Festival this year because of downtown streetscape construction. Festival organizers embraced the opportunity to bring the community together to enjoy a pumpkin decorating contest, crafts, entertainers, seasonal treats and other activities on a smaller, more intimate scale. “Our shops are open, groups and businesses want to connect with residents in Franklin and surrounding communities, and we are excited to offer some fun activities in many locations around our downtown,” says Nicole Fortier, Franklin Downtown Partnership president. Many activities are planned for the kids. Dean Bank will be giving out pumpkins along with
decorating kits to children at its 21 Main Street location. The Hockomock Area YMCA Bernon Family Branch will create a kids’ sports center in the parking area behind Rockland Trust. It will be the ideal place for children to burn off extra energy while trying out games and learning new sports skills. Music and entertainment are planned for seven different venues, including Dean Bank, Rockland Trust, the Main Street parking lot, Jane’s Frames, The Cake Bar, Simon’s Furniture and The Black Box. Jamie Barrett is scheduled to perform at Jane’s Frames, and Kevin Wolfe will entertain visitors on Main Street. Franklin High School student musicians will perform at The Cake Bar and Dean Bank. Go to www. franklindowntownpartnership. org for details about performance times as they are finalized. The Franklin Performing Arts Company will present a preview of “The Addams Family” at 6
p.m. and 7 p.m. at THE BLACK BOX, 15 West Central Street. Stop in between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. and take a photo with a costumed cast member from this production, based loosely on the 1960s TV show. DJ Domenic Cotoia of Music Odyssey Productions will entertain crowds browsing booths in the parking lot on Main Street, and WMRC 1490-AM will broadcast live from the event. Downtown stores and restaurants will offer specials and fallthemed treats at their locations. Make time for cider and cookies at the Franklin Historical Museum and take a tour of the latest displays. Local businesses, crafters and groups will have booths at Simon’s Furniture on Summer Street and the patio on East Central Street. More vendor booths will be found along Sponsorship Row in the Main Street parking lot. Gold Sponsors for the October Stroll are Middlesex Savings Bank and Rockland Trust. Silver Sponsors are Dean Bank, DCU, Franklin Ford and The Estate at Franklin. The Bronze Sponsors are
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Dean College Presents Hot L Baltimore October 21-25 The School of the Arts at Dean College will perform Hot L Baltimore beginning Wednesday, October 21, 2015 through Sunday, October 25, 2015. Hot L Baltimore is a drama of passing events in the lives of characters ranging from young to old, the defiant to the resigned, and their everyday encounters, with conversations often overlapping into a contrapuntal musical flow. As the action unfolds, the residents of this rundown hotel interact with each other during the course of one day. In the resulting mosaic each character emerges clearly and perceptively defined, and the sum total of what they are —
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or wish they were — becomes a poignant, powerful call to America to recover lost values and to restore itself in its own and the world’s eyes. You won’t want to miss this Dean College performance! Parental advisory is suggested. The Dean College production of Hot L Baltimore will take place in the Main Stage within the Campus Center at Dean College, 109 West Central Street, Franklin at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday – Saturday and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Tickets range from $5-$22 and can be purchased online. To learn more and purchase tickets, visit www.dean.edu/ hotlbaltimore.
taurant, Beaux Regards Photographic Art by Marjorie Sardella, Crossway Church, D.G. Ranieri Real Estate, Jane’s Frames, Nexamp, Next Step Living, The Franklin Historical Museum and WMRC. The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a non-profit, 501©3 organization made up of businesses, residents and community leaders working to revitalize downtown Franklin. The Partnership runs events such as the Strawberry Stroll and the Holiday Stroll, and is involved in streetscape and design efforts, greenspace and sculpture projects. Go to the www.franklindowntownpartnership.org to learn more.
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Learn More About the Catholic Faith RCIA Beginning October 1st, St. Mary Catholic Church will present “A Journey in Faith” for anyone interested in learning more about or joining the Catholic faith. The sessions are based on the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (commonly known as RCIA). The RCIA’s main purpose is to assist prospective Catholics in their journey to become active members of the church community and for Catholics who have not received First Communion and Confirmation. RCIA will be held weekly on Thursday evenings at St. Mary Church, 1 Church Square, Franklin, from 7:30 pm to 9 p.m. beginning October 1. Father
Jack Sullivan and several other active adult parishioners will be serving as host team for the sessions. Each week session will generally include opening and closing prayer, a lesson in the teaching of the Catholic Church, scripture reading, opportunity for questions, discussion and sharing. One who feels prepared receives the Sacraments of Initiation at the Easter Vigil Mass, March 26, 2016. Interested persons are encouraged to register before the first evening. For further information and to register, please contact Eileen Groncki at (508) 528-7891 or begroncki@comcast.net
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LIVESTRONG for Cancer Survivors at the YMCA Since 2010, The Hockomock Area YMCA has been facilitating the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program. LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a free 12-week program designed for cancer survivors and their families seeking to regain health, build strength, and connect with other cancer survivors. Our goal is to help participants build muscle mass and muscle strength, increase flexibility and endurance, and improve functional ability. Certified YMCA fitness instructors give personal individualized instruction and are trained in the elements of cancer, post rehab exercise, nutri-
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Franklin Newcomers Craft Fair Nov. 14 at Tri-County The 42nd Annual Franklin Newcomers & Friends Craft Fair will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2015 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., at the TriCounty Regional Vocational High School in Franklin, Mass. This craft fair is a tradition for the Town of Franklin and local charities benefit from the funds raised by this annual event. The Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club is a non-profit
social and charitable organization for all residents of Franklin, Massachusetts that began in 1971. Members, who don’t have to be newcomers, have fun, learn new things, spend time together, and give back to the community through volunteer activities and fundraisers. Members organize events such as Couples Socials, Monthly Dinner Groups, Ladies Night Out, Children’s Activities,
Movie Nights, Craft Nights and more. The club annually donates thousands of dollars to local Franklin organizations such as the Franklin Food Pantry, Santa Foundation, YMCA, Franklin Education Foundation, Friends of the Franklin Library, Random Smile Project, and the annual 4th of July Celebration. For further information, please visit www.franklinnewcomers.com.
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St. Vincent DePaul Monthly Food Collection Oct. 3&4 The St. Vincent DePaul Society of St. Mary’s Parish in Franklin will hold their monthly food collection on October 3 and 4, 2015. The Society is requesting personal items for men and women, such as shampoo, tooth brushes, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, and laundry detergent. In conjunction with the feast of St. Francis of Assisi on October 4, the Society also requests
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Musical Theater Takes Center Stage at FSPA With extensive programs in singing, dancing and acting, the Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) is well positioned to offer a hands-on, interdisciplinary musical theater experience. Whether for fun or serious study, students can choose just one class or design a full program to meet individual interests. “Musical theater is such a wonderful outlet for recreational involvement in the arts,” says FSPA Founder and Director Raye Lynn Mercer. “And for the career bound, the school offers everything from a pre-college Musical Theater Conservatory to professional management for young performers seeking that level of opportunity.” Celebrating 30 years of quality arts education, FSPA boasts an impressive record of placing graduates in the most prestigious college and conservatory musical theater programs. Alumni are also making their mark on Broadway, in national Broadway tours, cruise line casts, American Idol, film, television and regional theater. But many students choose a path at FSPA that is purely recreational, finding an outlet for creativity and fun. For these students, the benefits of an FSPA experience are not measured in professional performance credits
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Chasing the Light with Artist Colleen Vandeventer By J.D. O’Gara Artist Colleen Vandeventer, the North Attleboro artist who will give a presentation October 7th, from 6:30 – 9 p.m. at the Franklin Art Association meeting at the Franklin Senior Center, was exposed to art a lot as a child. “My grandmother was an artist. She had a studio in her home, and it was always an exciting thing as a child going to her studio. I think when you have exposure to art as a child, you feel like it’s accessible to you. It’s something I always wanted to do,” says Vandeventer. As a young woman, however, Vandeventer had to focus on earning a living, so she worked in business after getting her degree. “When my children were born I decided to give myself five years to see where I could go with my art, since I never really had the opportunity before then to work full time in my art,” she says. Her oldest child is now 27, and her youngest is 25, so it seems to have worked out well. Vandeventer took lessons at the Museum of Fine Arts School
and I like that it doesn’t dry so quick. Because of tht you can get results you can’t get with a fast drying medium. There’s just something about it that’s so seductive, the colors and the way it dries. It doesn’t dry flat. It’s just a beautiful medium.” Vandeventer says she started painting still lifes as a beginner, and that’s what her demonstration for the Art Association will encompass, “but I also work in plein air landscapes,” she says. “It’s not so much what the subject is, it’s more the lighting that excites me – the colors.” Vandeventer last month was part of a two-person show at Preservation Framers in North Attleboro with her most recent collection of work, which she called “Chasing the Light.” Artist Colleen Vandeventer
“It’s all landscapes, painted a lot in dunes. I like early morning or late afternoon light, the colors, but it doesn’t last long, so you really are chasing that light. That’s seductive to me, to see if I can capture that in short time.” Vandeventer is also part owner of the Artrio Gallery in Hyannis, which regularly features her work, and she has shown at the Providence Art Club and the Cape Cod Art Association, in which she is a juried member. In addition to her presentation for the Franklin Art Association, Vandeventer also teaches classes out of her studio, at 80 Fountain Street in
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as well as some classes at Rhode Island School of Art & Design (RISD). She also started painting with some artists she admired. Oil is her primary love. “I started I oil, my main medium, but I also work in pastel,” says Vandeventer. “I love the wet,
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Pumpkins in the Park! October 30th Presented by Franklin Art Center in Cooperation with Franklin Recreation Department The Franklin Art Center and Franklin Recreation Department will present a Pumpkins in the Park! Event at the Franklin Sculpture Park (on Panther Way, next to the Police Station) on Friday, October 30, from 6-8 p.m. Drop off your pumpkins between 12-2 p.m. or 5-6 p.m., with lights provided by the Franklin Art Center. Trick-or-treating, while supplies last, will take place
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Stony Brook Announces Its October Programming! Tiny Trekkers: Saturdays, October 3rd and October 17th, from 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Each day will have a special topic created to excite your child about the natural world. There will be crafts, activities and lots of laughter. This month’s themes: Backyard Geology/ Going on a Leaf Hunt. Ages 2.9 to 6 with a parent. Fee: $5m/$6nm per person per session History of Stony Book: Sunday, October 4th, from 2:30 – 4 p.m. Norfolk and the surrounding area have had a very active history for hundreds of years (the original dam on Stony Brook may have first been built in 1714). Join us for a walk around Stony Brook and Bristol Blake State Reservation as we explore how the many activities over the past centuries have influenced our landscape. We’ll start in the Exploratorium with a discussion and snacks before our walk. Fee: $8m/$10nm per person
Early Morning Birds: Tuesdays in October, from 7 a.m.-8:30 a.m. Take an early morning walk in search of fall migrants. Birders of all levels are welcome to come explore with us as we enjoy fall in all its splendor. Fee: $6m/$9nm per person “A Bird Watcher’s Migration”:
Friday, October 9th, from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. In 2012 Joan and Richard Shirley photographed over 200 species of birds on the East Coast, travelling from New-
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Butterflies of Stony Brook: Saturday, October 10th, from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Stony Brook is home to a beautiful Butterfly Garden carefully maintained by the Garden Club of Norfolk. Summer may be just a memory, but October can still be a busy time for insects as they prepare for winter. Join naturalist and butterfly enthusiast Loretta Fitzgerald to learn about local butterflies. We will take a walk around the trails and visit the butterfly garden looking for members of this interesting and beautiful family of insects before heading inside to finish up with a butterfly craft. For ages 6-10. Fee: $9m/$11nm per person. Beginning Birding: Wednesdays, October 14th, 21st, & 28th, from 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m (field trip Oct. 31st). During these classes we will focus on bird species identification, bird songs and calls and habitat associations. If you have always enjoyed the birds but often wonder who they are, this series of classes is perfect for you. You do not need any prior experience. Each evening program will include 30-40 minutes outside, in various habitats. We will arrange for a field trip location during the final evening class. We
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Saturday, October 17th, from 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Join us at Lookout Rock for a fascinating evening of catching and banding Saw-whet Owls. Many years we capture more than 100 owls as they migrate south. You will learn this owl’s life history, how we age and sex them, and watch the whole process from capture to release. We often hear other owls vocalize [Barred, Screech, and Gt. Horned] plus coyotes and we frequently catch flying squirrels and bats in the nets as well. Upon registration you’ll receive direc-
tions to the site in Northbridge MA. Participants must meet at the parking lot promptly at 7 p.m. Dress warm! This program is limited to a maximum of 12 total participants ages 7+. Fee: $28m/$34nm Pumpkin Fest 2015!: Friday, October 23rd, from 7 p.m.8:30 p.m. Let’s carve pumpkins! Bring your own pumpkin and we’ll provide some patterns, and safe carving tools. After we finish carving, we’ll light all the pumpkins and turn out the lights. We’ll end the evening with a moonlit stroll on the Stony Brook trails to listen to the sounds of the night. Minimum age 6. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Fee: $6ch-$9m/$8ch-$11nm
Pre-registration is required for all programs (except as noted). For more details, visit the Mass Audubon webpage at www. massaudubon.org or contact us at (508) 528-3140. Register by phone, email (stonybrook@massaudubon.org), fax (508-5533864) or in person. Stony Brook is located at 108 North Street in Norfolk.
FPAC Presents The Addams Family Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents the hit musical comedy, The Addams Family, on October 24 at 7:30 p.m., October 25 at 2 p.m., and October 30 at 7:30 p.m., with two shows on October 31 at 2:00 and 8:30. Celebrate a bewitching holiday with a performance before or after Trick or Treating on Halloween; audiences are invited to come dressed in costume, and prizes will be awarded. Part of FPAC’s 25th anniversary season, The Addams Family will be staged at THE BLACK BOX, the company’s new home and performance venue, located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin. The devilishly delightful musical serves up an original story based on the iconic characters of legendary cartoonist Charles Addams. Inspiring a TV sitcom, TV cartoon series and two feature films, Addams’ illustrations for The New
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ton; and Kellie Stamp (Mrs. Beineke) of Westport. Ensemble cast members include Janene Asgeirsson, Madison Asgeirsson, Lily Barney, Jason Barney, Christine DiMartino, Greg Leach, Sydney Leach, Guy Rezendes, Michele Webster, Melissa Wyner and Peter Wyner of Franklin; Caroline Merten of Hopedale; Colie Vancura of Medfield; Maddy Williams of Medway; Anna Makova of Norfolk; Susauna Wickstrom of Plainville; Griffin Wilkins of Walpole; and Jenna McDermott of Wrentham. The production’s creative team includes Casey Andrade, Raye Lynn Mercer, Nick Paone, Kellie Stamp and Hallie Wetzell. Tickets are $34. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (508) 528-3370 or visit online at www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com.
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Growing Older Gracefully: Magnolia Heights Lets Residents Simplify. Live Life to the Fullest. You Can Truly Enjoy the Best in Senior Living. If you decide to get an apartment at the new Magnolia Heights Senior Living Community being built at 485 East Central Street in Franklin, you’ll find that even scheduled free shuttle bus services to various destinations around town and day trips
to museums, fun locations and cultural events are included in your “month to month” rental. But you may not even need to go anywhere, when you realize all of the amenities built right into the community. “It is physically like a cruise
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Local Town Pages www.franklintownnews.com hot destinations such as Florida, North Carolina and California. “It is not a medical facility,” says Beckerman, “and it’s not going to feel like a nursing home. We have people in their late 50s all the way up to their 90s.” A lot of thought has been put into Magnolia Heights being a comfortable place to remain active
and enjoy life to the fullest as you grow older. All apartments have walk-in showers and pull cords. Hallways are constructed widely, we do have wheel chair accessible apartments available,” says Beckerman. Even electrical outlets are higher up on walls, to minimize having to bend down to use the plug.
Beckerman explains that a lot of residents make this move to be closer to their families, because they don’t want to manage a large home, or if they have perhaps lost a spouse. The community is very family-friendly, she says. Residents may use the private dining room and the kitchen to entertain family, and they can
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Medway Joins Franklin S.A.F.E. Coalition Franklin’s S.A.F.E. Coalition to combat addiction is catching on – as the neighboring town of Medway has joined its effort. “A number of people contacted me from Medway about starting one,” says Rep. Jeff Roy, who got the ball rolling in Franklin on the topic after many constituents had expressed a need. “The discussion led to ‘can’t we just join what’s already in place,’” he says. “Two of the members of the Medway Board of Health are members of the S.A.F.E. Coalition and are on our board. One of them, Dr. Jordan Warnic is a former Associate Dean from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. He’s an incredible addition to our group. Having someone from his caliber on the coalition brings a lot to the table. Collaborating on a regional effort is going to pay off for all communities involved,” says Roy.
The problem, says Rep. Roy, is not unique to Franklin or Milford or Medway. He believes the more communities gather forces to make this issue a top priority and to have addiction treated as a disease so people can get help, the more stigma around the issue will be reduced. “This public health crisis is one of the largest magnitudes we’ve seen,” says Roy. “It affects the addict, his or her family, friends, and community. The addict has to do whatever they have to do to get their drug.” Roy recently took part, on September 12, in the Missin’ Matt walk, a walk in honor of Matt Bertuli, who died November 3rd, 2012 at the age of 27 from a heroin overdose. His family’s goal is to open a treatment facility in Milford. Roy says the S.A.F.E.coalition works closely with Milford. So far, he says, “the meetings that we have had have led to a real
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SUPPORT SERVICES • Community of HOPE (Healing ourselves, preserving each other) has begun meeting on Monday evenings at the Unitarian Universalist Church at 262 Chestnut Street in Franklin at 7 p.m. The group offers support for families struggling with addiction and recovery. Its preserves anonymity and creates a safe place for people and families in crisis. • Missin Matt Foundation will host a family support group meeting every Wednesday night
in the Milford Hospital. The program will feature a 12 step Big Book workshop for those suffering from addiction. • Healing Hearts has begun meeting on Thursday evenings on the second floor of the Franklin YMCA at 45 Forge Hill Road in Franklin at 7 p.m. The group offers support for families struggling with addiction and recovery. Its preserves anonymity and creates a safe place” for people and families in crisis.
From Dean College to Dallas Cowboys Dean College Alum Rodney “Lucky” Whitehead ‘13 lived up to his nickname this past Saturday, September 5, 2015, earning a spot on the 53-man roster of the Dallas Cowboys. Rodney “Lucky” Whitehead was a standout wide receiver at Dean in 2013 before transferring to Florida Atlantic University (FAU). During his time at Dean College, he earned first team All-American honors as well as first team All-Conference recognition at both wide receiver and return specialist. Lucky was recognized as the team’s special team player of the year as a senior. “This is a tremendous accomplishment for Lucky,”
said Todd Vasey, Associate Athletic Director and Head Football Coach at Dean College. “It is really exciting to see all of his hard work, dedication, and perseverance payoff for him. Somehow I have a feeling the best is still yet to come.” Last year at FAU Lucky averaged 24.6 yards per kickoff return and used his elusiveness and speed (4.41 in the 40) on long touchdowns, on a run (80), and a punt return (73). Lucky caught the eye of Dallas Cowboys Owner and GM Jerry Jones early on in training camp. “Lucky has been impressive out here,” Jones said, via Brandon George of the Dallas Morning News. “He seems to al-
ways be there solid. He seems to be in position. I like that. He’s doing well.” Wearing a #13 jersey, Lucky solidified his chances of making the team by producing an 8-yard touchdown reception from quarterback Tony Romo in the Cowboys’ 28-14 preseason loss to the Minnesota Vikings. “It was definitely crazy for me,” Whitehead said via Clarence Hill, Jr. of the Star-Telegram. “A lot of guys thought I should have celebrated. I was just letting it soak in. It was such a surreal moment. But it was definitely big.” For more information on Dean College and Lucky’s journey, visit www.dean.edu.
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Dean College Students Perform in NFL Pre-Game Show
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One hundred thirty-five Dean College students, including Arts and Entertainment Management (AMGT), Business, Dance and Sport Management majors, participated as on-field performers on Thursday, September 10, 2015 at Gillette Stadium where the Super Bowl Champion New England Patriots defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers (28-21). Rehearsal for the performance began on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at Gillette Stadium, where students, faculty and staff members were able to catch a glimpse into all of the hard work that goes into making a large scale performance come to life. “It was incredible to have the opportunity to go behind the scenes and participate in an event like this, “said John Reed ’17, business management major at Dean. John was selected as a member of the on-field banner crew, whose job was to transport the large red and blue banners on, around, and off the field. “Practice took a lot of teamwork and patience.” With close to 300 on-field performers, Dean students comprised nearly 50% of the on-field pre-game presence at Gillette Stadium. And, students were thrilled to participate in the live televised event. “The
New Hope Receives the Call of a Lifetime When her cell phone rang on the morning of the Patriots season opener versus the Pittsburgh Steelers, the last person New Hope’s CEO Marcia Szymanski expected to hear on the other end of the line was Patriots owner Robert Kraft. “It was completely surreal. I thought it was a family member pulling my leg,” Szymanski recalls. But it was no joke: Kraft was calling to inform her that the New England Patriots Foundation was making a $100,000 commitment to help New Hope deliver prevention education about domestic and sexual violence. As was reported in The Boston Globe, Robert Kraft has been embarking on a series of “surprise philan-
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experience was unreal,” said Samantha Sadwin ’18, dance and psychology double major at Dean. “Performing at Gillette Stadium was such a rewarding opportunity. I am lucky to attend a school that not only goes above and beyond, but then goes ever further than that.” Ashley Reed ’17, an AMGT major at Dean shared the same sentiments. “Words can’t even describe how thankful I am for such an amazing opportunity. All of the lights, the amazing performers, and the crazy atmosphere were such an amazing sight. Thanks to Dean, I will now have such a unique opportunity that I will remember for the rest of my life.” The opportunity was brought to life through The Center for Business, Entertainment and Sport Management at Dean College, a partnership with the Kraft Sports Group. The newly established Center will offer great opportunities for Dean
College students studying Arts and Entertainment Management, Business, Media Studies and Communications, Security Management, Sport Management and Sports and Fitness Studies. Just ask Anthony Dykstra ’17, a sport management major who transferred to Dean due to the partnership. “What a way to start off the school year,” said Anthony. “Working in the sports industry has always been my dream, and the fact that I very well could be able to do that with the Kraft Sports Group makes it not only very special, but exciting and motivating!” Following the performance, students received an event debrief in the classroom to bring the learning experience full circle. For more information on The Center for Business, Entertainment and Sport Management at Dean College, visit dean.edu/thecenter.
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DA Morrissey joins AG Healey, Police and Fire Chiefs Announcing Fund and Funding for Overdose Reversal Drug Local police and fire departments will get steady price, state support When the price of the lifesaving opiate overdose reversal drug Naloxone spiked last year – roughly tripling in a few months - Norfolk District Attorney Michael W. Morrissey turned to Attorney General Maura Healey for help. That help has arrived, and local police and fire departments are going to have a steady supply, at a discount, thanks to AG Healey’s work. “We purchased 900 doses of Naloxone to provide to all of our police and fire departments in March of 2014, and we paid roughly $22 a dose,” DA Morrissey said. “Some of our municipalities were using those doses very quickly. When we offered grants to help replenish those supplies, we saw that the prices were inconsistent and rising, with Walpole paying $37.50
per dose, Randolph paying $39 per dose, and then Needham and Wrentham paying $66.89 for the same dose. We knew something was wrong with this picture.” Last week, a few months after initially raising the issue with Attorney General Healey, Morrissey joined her, state Sen. President Stanley Rosenberg, Sen. John Keenan (Quincy), Norwood Police Chief William Brooks III and others announcing a solid resolution to the resupply problem. During the last budget cycle, the State Senate created a dedicated revolving fund to allow the Department of Public Health to purchase naloxone in bulk, then re-sell it at reduced cost to municipal police and fire departments. The legislature ap-
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Franklin Garden Club & Town to Present Rain Garden Program The Franklin Garden Club will co-sponsor with the Town of Franklin Department of Public Works a program on creating a rain garden on Tuesday, October 6 from 7 – 9 p.m. at the Franklin Senior Center, located at 26 Daniel McCahill Street. The program is open to all residents free of charge. Shawn Mayers of groundSwell Designs will provide an overview of rain garden designs, installation, maintenance and costs. The presentation will include pictures of existing residential gardens. Mayers has conducted several workshops on rain garden designs and maintenance, including a highly successful one for the Town of Franklin in June. A graduate of the Landscape Institute of Har-
vard University and the Boston Architectural College, Mayers has more than 10 years of experience in landscape design. She holds several certifications, including those related to rain gardens and bioretention. “The Town of Franklin is taking a variety of steps to protect water quality by reducing the amount of pollutants in the stormwater generated from runoff from paved surfaces, such as roads and parking lots, and rooftops,” stated Robert Cantoreggi, Director of the DPW. “This includes partnering with the Charles River Watershed Association to implement a residential rain garden program in Franklin that involved two trainings for Franklin residents during which two demonstration
rain gardens were constructed. These demonstration gardens can be seen at the Remington/ Jefferson School and at the DPW Administrative Building and are part of the DPWs outreach program to highlight the benefits of capturing and recharging stormwater.” “Creating rain gardens has proven to be a very cost-effective way to reduce stormwater pollutants going into lakes and rivers. The Garden Club is offering this program in collaboration with the Franklin DPW to inform residents of how they can easily establish rain gardens to support the Town’s stormwater management program,” commented Susan Childers and Mary Anne Dean, Garden Club co-presidents.
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LIVING HEALTHY Laser Bladeless Cataract Surgery By: Roger M. Kaldawy, M.D., Milford Franklin Eye Center Modern cataract surgery is one of the safest and most effective medical procedures performed today. More than 3 million cataracts are removed every year in the United States alone. Modern cataract surgery uses ultrasonic waves to break up a cataract, making it easier to remove. When this technique became widely available, it made an extended hospital stay unnecessary and shortened recovery time. Until recently, delivering these waves to the cataract meant that a blade (a surgical knife) was required to make a small incision (a cut) through the eye where the ultrasonic needle was introduced. When rolled up, an artificial replacement lens is implanted through the same very small (2-3 mm) incision through which the cataract has been removed. Once in the eye, the lens implant unfurls
and returns to its normal shape. Is it possible to perform cataract surgery without a blade? Yes, this state-of-the-art scientific breakthrough is now here! There are no eyes like yours, and there is no cataract procedure like customized bladeless laser cataract surgery for your eyes. Bladeless Laser Cataract Surgery is now a reality and is the first major advancementa in cataract surgery in 20 years. The FDA approved laser systems able to produce precise cuts without any blades. It gives the surgeon image-guided control and the ability to plan and customize each procedure to the unique characteristics of the patient’s eye. Bladeless Laser Cataract Surgery uses a computer-guided femtosecond laser to do many of the steps currently performed by hand, and is designed to provide a greater level of precision and safety to modern cataract surgery.
The laser advanced bladeless precision and ability to correct astigmatism translates into outcomes that increase the likelihood of seeing well without glasses following cataract surgery. In fact, the femtosecond laser creates incisions in areas that will relax the cornea to reduce astigmatism and often decrease the dependence on glasses. Many patients do not realize it, but cataract surgery is a type of refractive surgery. Refractive surgery is designed to reduce and in many cases eliminate your need for glasses after the surgery. By combining the use of the laser during the bladeless surgery and premium advanced technology implants, we can replace your natural lens with a new lens that corrects your vision and help eliminate your need for glasses. This will help you to see better and without glasses not only for distance, but also for reading. In addition to producing pre-
cise cuts needed for surgery, the laser used in bladeless cataract surgery breaks up and softens the cloudy cataract, so there is less ultrasound needed to remove the cataract. Less ultrasound delivered inside the eye translates into less energy used in the eye and clearer corneas, which in turn help producing better vision on the first day after the surgery. Bladeless cataract surgery includes a two-step approach: Prior to starting the process of removal of the cloudy lens with the ultrasound, the femtosecond laser is first used to perform all the incisions needed with high precision, including the opening needed in the cloudy lens. This circular opening is one of the most challenging steps for a surgeon to perform with his hands, and the laser makes the opening safer, more precise and more accurate. Using the laser means that no surgical blades touch the eye. This step is then followed by activating the same laser to soften the lens and facilitate its removal. Once the laser surgery
is completed, the surgeon uses the ultrasound needle to remove the lens, now much softer courtesy of the laser. The surgeon then implants the artificial lens needed to replace the cloudy lens. Once the implant is in, the surgeon completes the surgery and the patient is discharged in a routine outpatient procedure. Vision improvement is often immediate, with drops used for few weeks to help with healing. Laser bladeless cataract surgery is all about better precision, more safety and excellent outcomes. The laser brings a new level of customization to cataract surgery, allowing each procedure to be specifically tailored to patient anatomy. Across the country, only a small number of these specialized lasers are available and in use. At Milford Franklin Eye Center, Dr. Kaldawy was the first surgeon in the area and among the first in the nation to offer laser bladeless laser cataract surgery. We are proud to bring this technology to the area. For additional information, see our ad on page 1.ß
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• Cherries: Cherries contain the sleep hormone melatonin, and the AARP notes that recent studies indicated that participants who drank tart cherry juice on a daily basis fell asleep more quickly and slept longer and better than participants who did not.
• Bananas: Much like almonds, bananas provide a substantial amount of magnesium. Bananas also contain the amino acid tryptophan, which many people associate with Thanksgiving turkey. While tryptophan might be most often associated with the sleepiness people feel after eating a holiday meal, it also has been linked to better sleep quality, so a banana shortly before bed might be just what you need to fall and stay asleep. • Cheese and crackers: One more traditional snack may just help you get a better night’s sleep. Cheese and crackers contain
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LIVING HEALTHY Eyes on health: What your eyes can tell doctors People who have been putting off eye examinations may want to call their opthalmologists to schedule an appointment. That’s because vision checkups can do more than protect your eyes. By examining the eyes, doctors may have a window into health problems affecting other areas of the body. Researchers recently discovered a link between detected retinal amyloid plaques and the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. While evidence was found in lab mice, autopsies of at least eight Alzheimer’s disease patients have also shown amyloid plaques, which are known to interfere with memory and other mental functions, present in the retinas. Doctors at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles, Calif., are gearing up for larger studies of humans to determine if an Alzheimer’s imaging technique can be perfected. Dementia is not the only thing that doctors may be able to detect through an eye exam. Jaundice in
the whites of the eyes may indicate liver disease, and early warning signs of diabetes may be detectable in the eyes. The American Academy of Opthalmology says the eye is the only place where doctors can see veins, arteries and a nerve without surgery, and eye examinations are increasingly being relied on to gauge overall health. The following are a few additional conditions that may be detected through the eyes.
Allergies Patients may be referred to an allergy specialist if they exhibit dark under-eye circles. While this can be a sign of aging, dark circles, sometimes referred to as “allergic shiners,” also may indicate certain allergies. When clogged sinuses cause a blockage of blood flow in the nasal passages around the eye, darkness may result. This symptom in conjunction with persistent nasal congestion could be a sure sign of allergies.
High cholesterol The presence of bumpy, yellowish patches on the eyelid, known as xanthelasma palpebra, is a warning sign of high cholesterol, which is often initially diagnosed during a routine eye exam.
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BLADELESS CATARACT SURGERY? (FEMTOSECOND LASER)
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A BOSTON BASED OPHTHALMOLIGIST COMMENTED; “Seems a bit shady to me. I have heard ads on the radio that say, 'If you aren't getting laser cataract surgery you aren't getting the best!'" So what does this mean for the medicare patient convinced by their unethical ophthalmologist to have a premium IOL or toric lens implanted? Well, they not only will be charged for that premium toric astigmatic lens (many times around $1500-2500 extra depending on the surgeon) but also they will be charged an "imaging fee" for use of the femotosecond laser. This imaging fee can essentially be whatever the surgeon wants it to be. The various device companies charge you for the laser and a "per-click" use as well. So now the patient is paying
ANOTHER BOSTON OPHTHALMOLIGIST COMMENTED; “I liken the assistance the femtosecond laser gives cataract surgeons to bathroom attendants in high-dollar nightclubs and restaurants:” “Thanks, but I can grab the towel and soap myself.” The Cataract Surgery Center of Milford
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Calendar of Events October 3 Franklin Rod & Gun Club First Annual Horseshoe Tournament, Food and Cash Prizes! $25 Donation, Spectators Welcome! Cash Bar and Food Available, 51 Florence St., Franklin, (508) 528-2573 St. Vincent DePaul Monthly Food Collection The Society is requesting personal items for men and women, such as shampoo, tooth brushes, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, and laundry detergent. In conjunction with the feast of St. Francis of Assisi on October 4, the Society also requests donations of cat food and dog food. October 4 St. Vincent DePaul Monthly Food Collection The Society is requesting personal items for men and women, such as shampoo, tooth brushes, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, and laundry detergent. In conjunction with the feast of St. Francis of Assisi on October 4, the Society also requests donations of cat food and dog food. October 6 Rain Garden Presentation: The Franklin Garden Club will co-sponsor with the Town of Franklin Department of Public Works a program on creating rain gardens, 7 – 9 p.m. at the Franklin Senior Center, 26 Daniel McCahill Street. The
program is open to the public at no charge. Shawn Mayers of groundSwell Designs, an experienced landscape architect, will be the speaker. October 7 Franklin Art Association meeting, 6:30 p.m., 7 p.m. Artist Colleen Vandeventer will give oil painting demonstration. Open to the public, free. For more information, please visit www.franklinart.org or www.facebook.com/FranklinArtAssoc. “Home Buying Boot Camp” presented by Michael Shain, Senior Loan Originator with Village Mortgage in Milford, Massachusetts, in conjunction with Tri-County Adult Education. Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School, 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. $10, which goes to support Tri-County Adult Education Programs. Register online at www.tri-county.tc. Click on the “Adult Education-Fall 2015 Registration” link or call Elaine Murphy at (508) 5285400, x126 October 10 Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) open auditions for the original FPAC musicals, Snow White and the Seven Elves and ’Tis the Season, THE BLACK BOX, 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin, 12:30 p.m. for ages 6-9, 1:15 for ages 10-12, 1:45 for
ages 13-17, and 2:30 for ages 18+. Those unable to attend on the 10th are encouraged to audition on Wednesday, October 7 at 7 p.m. Students must be 6 years of age or older on the audition date to participate. Beginners and all levels are welcome. Please prepare 16 measures of a musical theater or pop song and bring sheet music, as an accompanist will be provided. A simple dance combination will be taught at the audition. The Slambovian Circus of Dreams, Circle of Friends Coffeehouse, Franklin’s First Universalist Society’s Meetinghouse, 262 Chestnut St. in Franklin, 8 p.m.; doors open at 7:30 p.m. $25 Beverages and gourmet desserts will be available. Please call (508) 528-2541 or visit http://www. circlefolk.org/ to purchase tickets or for more information. October 15 Franklin Downtown Partnership October Stroll, 4-8 p.m., activities, music, arts and crafts, entertainment, crafters, food and more! Visit franklindowntownpartnership.org. Outdoor Family Concert, Jesse Liam Rock & Roll band, Franklin Public Library, 4-6 p.m. Join us for a little two steppin’, classic folk music, and crooning love songs that will warm your heart.
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The Dean College production of Hot L Baltimore, Main Stage within the Campus Center at Dean College, 109 West Central Street, Franklin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $5-$22 and can be purchased online. To learn more and purchase tickets, visit www.dean. edu/hotlbaltimore.
Pesky J Nixon with Miles to Dayton, Circle of Friends Coffeehouse, Franklin’s First Universalist Society’s Meetinghouse, 262 Chestnut St. in Franklin, 8 p.m.; doors open at 7:30 p.m. $20 Beverages and gourmet desserts will be available. Please call (508) 528-2541 or visit http://www. circlefolk.org/ to purchase tickets or for more information. Library Book Sale, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Franklin Public Library, 9-10 a.m. Classical music October 18 “Pour for Paws” Wine-tasting fundraiser to benefit The Purr-fect Cat Shelter, Pour Richard’s Wine & Spirits 14 Grove St. Franklin, 2-5 p.m. Tickets $10 each, plus 20% of sales will be donated to the shelter. To purchase your ticket call (508) 533-5855 or email purrfectcatshelter@yahoo. com. Tickets also available at the door Ed the Wizard Halloween Show, 3 p.m., Franklin Public Library, Join Ed the Wizard for Mystical Magical Mayhem! Franklin Library Bag Sale, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
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Free Block Party, 1-4 p.m., Moseley Mills, Church of the Redeemer and Moseley Mills will be hosting a Free “Block Party” with booths and specialty food trucks where all can take part in supporting local charities sponsored by the businesses of Moseley Mills. High school percussion ensemble King Phillip Steel Drum Band will be playing throughout the afternoon. Bounce house rides, Stanley Cup winner Ed Ronan will run street hockey games for children, and there will be games and prizes all throughout the event. The Patriots game will also be shown on a big screen. All are invited. Franklin Performing Arts Company presents The Addams Family, at 2 p.m., Celebrate a bewitching holiday with a performance before or after Trick or Treating on Halloween; audiences are invited to come dressed in costume, and prizes will be awarded. Part of FPAC’s 25th anniversary season, The Addams Family will be staged at THE BLACK BOX, the company’s new home and performance venue, located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin.
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Tickets $34. Call (508) 5283370 or visit online at www. THEBLACKBOXonline.com. The Dean College production of Hot L Baltimore, Main Stage within the Campus Center at Dean College, 109 West Central Street, Franklin at 2 & 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $5-$22 and can be purchased online. To learn more and purchase tickets, visit www.dean. edu/hotlbaltimore. October 26 LET’S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin. Laughter Yoga, $5 donation to the church, $10 maximum per family for use of the hall. Please bring your water bottle because laughing is dehydrating. Led by Certified Laughter Yoga Teachers, Linda and Bill Hamaker. If you have any questions, just call them at (508) 660-2223 or e mail billandlinda@letslaughtoday.com. Visit www.letslaughtoday.com.
October 30 Franklin Performing Arts Company presents The Addams Family, at 7:30 p.m., Celebrate a bewitching holiday with a performance before or after Trick or Treating on Halloween; audiences are invited to come dressed in costume, and prizes will be awarded. Part of FPAC’s 25th anniversary season, The Addams Family will be staged at THE BLACK BOX, the company’s new home and performance venue, located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin. Tickets $34. Call (508) 5283370 or visit online at www. THEBLACKBOXonline.com. The Franklin Art Center and Franklin Recreation Department’s Pumpkins in the Park, Franklin Sculpture Park (on Panther Way, next to the Police Station), 6-8 p.m. Drop off your pumpkins between 12-2 p.m. or 5-6 p.m., with lights provided by the Franklin Art Center. Trick-or-treating, while supplies last, will take place from 6-7 p.m., with kids encouraged to wear costumes. Event goers will vote for their favorites (prizes given). Light refreshments will be provided
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Franklin Sports Kasie Wetherell Integral to Tri-County Girls’ Soccer By Christopher Tremblay It was some 14 years ago when Kasie Wetherell first began kicking a soccer ball around for the Franklin Youth Soccer League. Today, Wetherell is a senior defender for Tri-County and an important cog in the Cougars push for its second tournament appearance in as many years. “Soccer was something that was around me because of my family,” the now senior said. “I liked the strategic way of thinking while on the soccer field as well as the aggressive way the game plays out.” Wetherell decided to attend the other school in Franklin basically because of her brother Cullen, six years her elder, and also a soccer player for the Cougars. Upon entering Tri-County Wetherell was a two-year defender, however for approximately 7 years, she was a forward. “Upon until seventh grade, I was a forward, until my middle school coach moved me to defense and I found that I really like the position,” Wetherell said. “As a forward, you do a lot of shooting, but I like being able to hang back and protect the net. Not shooting anymore is ok with me, as long as the team is successful.” In addition to her older brother getting her interested in
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hopefully gets her due as an All Star selection this year.” Wetherell found last season to be somewhat stressful, but also very exciting with the ups and downs the team encountered; but it was all worth it when the Cougars advanced into the tournament. “Having never been to the tournament, we just listened to the coach and stayed headstrong,” Wetherell said. “We also had a lot
of team bonding experiences that brought us much closer to one another – much like a family.” While her coach believes that she should be an All Star, it’s not a big deal to Wetherell. “I’m just looking to go out and be the best defender that I can possibly be,” she said. “Not being named an All Star doesn’t bother me, but I would like to be recognized for my accomplishments.”
Although having just entered her senior year at Tri-County, the Cougar defender would like to attend Westfield State to study Criminal Justice while playing for the soccer team come next fall. With college still a year away, Wetherell and her teammates are focusing on the task at hand, playing well this season to once again make an appearance in the Division 3 South Tournament.
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Franklin Sports Local Hockey Club Comes Out on Top The Canadian Hockey Club (CHC) Select Spring Summer high school hockey program started its 8th season under Head Coach and Program Director George Maris and expanded its program from 2-3 teams of High School hockey players. The Canadian Hockey Club teams have participated in the New England Sports Center Summer High School Hockey league and have won: • Tier 1 Gold Division 2015 • Tier 1 Bronze Div. in 2011 • Tier 2 Gold Div in 2012 and 2013 • Tier 3 Gold Div in 2015 The Tier 1 team also won the
average in the league and seeded 3rd for the playoffs. On August 3rd in the Semi final game, CHC cinched the semi final win, moving onto the Tier 1 GOLD Division Championship game held August 12 vs the Minutemen Flames and was a rivalry that has lasted 4 years. CHC has met the Minuteman Flames each year and failed each time to come out on top. Notable players from Franklin Mass were Conor Harrington, and CHC reigned. The Tier 2 team had an undefeated regular season going into the playoff this summer going with a 10-0-0 record and
The Canadian Hockey Club, with local players from Franklin and surrounding towns, cinched gold this year with its Tier 1 (left) and Tier III (right) teams.
MA), and David Roche (Franklin, MA). Assist were given to Jacob Kelly, Cam Hebert, Joey Abely and Teagan Stringfellow (Warwick, RI) Shut outs went to Max O’Connell (Cranston, RI), Kyle Fritz, (Montreal QUE) and Shawn Gouralnik (Natick, MA) In the Tier 3 GOLD Division Championship game held on August 10 the CHC team faced the mighty Nordiques, but in the end finished the game 7-3 and won its championship. Tremendous contributions
National Division at the 2009 Walmart High School Hockey Festival in Blaine, Minnesota. Coach Maris, a native of Montreal, Qc., now living in Rhode Island recruited players from Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Quebec. The teams practiced 4 hours per week out of Rhode Island and played all their games at the New England Sports Center in Marlboro, MA. The teams participated in the NESC High School Summer league and fielded a team in each division Tier 1,2 and 3. The Tier 1 team (highest level) played against some top high school and Jr B players during the course of the season. The team had a 6-3-1 record with the 2nd lowest goals against
had the least goals against in the league. Coach George Maris’s stress on defense provided this team with tremendous success. Unfortunately in the 1st round of the GOLD Division playoffs, the team faced a strong team from Marlboro that went in to 2OT and lost that match. A score sheet was not provided after the game however notable CHC players were Peyton Rochon, (Norfolk, MA) Max Peterson (Hudson, MA) John Mello (Cumberland, RI) Richard Lauzier, (RI) Henry Kosheff (Hopkinton, MA), Brett Gosselin (N. Kingston, RI), Chance Boucher, (Woonsocket, RI), Chris Boisvert, (Lincoln, RI) and goalies Dylan Oleary (Hopkinton, MA) and Max O’Connell (Cranston, RI) helped the team
to its successful season. The Tier 2 team lost 5-4 in that well played game. The Tier 3 CHC team had a bit of a struggling start losing its first 2 games of the season. It then went and won the next 8 regular season games, and 2 playoff games to win its first Summer Championship. It had again the lowest goals against average of the league. In the semi final game, the CHC team met an equally young team from Hudson that was well coached but had struggles in their defensive zone. The CHC team defeated the Hudson team 7-0 with goals from Joey Abely (Franklin, MA), Cam Hebert (2) (Berkley, MA), Jacob Kelly (2) (Wrentham, MA), Anthony Luciani (Bellingham,
from Devin Ridgeway, (Franklin, MA), Mike Cherry, (Franklin, MA) Matthew Crane (Franklin, MA) Mike Goss (Franklin, MA) David Roche (Franklin, MA), Alex Spiro (Walpole, MA), Nate Gray, (Wrentham, MA), Henry Kosheff, (Hopkinton, MA) and injured Karlan Dewitt (Franklin, MA) who could not play during the playoffs. Coach Maris, hopes someday to coach a High School or Jr Hockey Team in the US.
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Open Auditions for FPAC Original Holiday Musicals Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) will hold open auditions for the original FPAC musicals, Snow White and the Seven Elves and ’Tis the Season! The productions will be presented as part of FPAC’s milestone 25th anniversary season. Auditions for both shows will take place at THE BLACK BOX, 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin, on Saturday, October 10 at 12:30 p.m. for ages 6-9, 1:15 for ages 10-12, 1:45 for ages 13-17, and 2:30 for ages 18+. Those unable to attend are encouraged to audition on Wednesday, October 7 at 7 p.m. Students must be 6 years of age or older on the audition date to participate. All levels are welcome. Please prepare 16 measures of a musical theater or pop song and bring sheet music, as an
accompanist will be provided. A simple dance combination will be taught at the audition. FPAC’s family-friendly musical, Snow White and the Seven Elves, debuts at THE BLACK BOX on December 11-13. The production follows in the tradition of a British “panto,” a type of show that retells a well-known fairy tale in an exaggerated style filled with audience participation, popular songs, slapstick comedy, jokes, dances and more. ’Tis the Season! is an original large cast musical first presented by FPAC in 1995. The upbeat, jazzy holiday extravaganza features members of the Kenny Hadley Big Band and contemporary arrangements of favorite holiday classics in musical styles including R&B, jazz, rock, Motown, gospel and Broadway. FPAC presents
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Cat Lover? Volunteers Needed at Purr-Fect Cat Shelter Purr-fect Cat Shelter is looking for people who would like to volunteer as cat caregivers. Caregivers are those people who work directly with our cats and kittens. They are responsible for cleaning the rooms and cages, emptying and washing litter boxes, washing and filling water and food dishes and, of course, grooming, playing with and spending time with our
cats. Caregivers must be at least 18 years old. We ask that our volunteers sign up for at least 3 shifts a month and that they give us at least a 6-month commitment. There are AM and PM shifts and a shift lasts about 3 hours. Caregivers will go through 3 training sessions with one of our volunteer trainers. During this time you will go over shelter policies and
procedures and will be given a chance to see what a shift is like. If you are interested in joining our dedicated group of volunteers, go to our website at www. purrfectcatshelter.org, click on the link for volunteers and download the “cat caregiver” application. Once it is filled out and sent in, our volunteer coordinator will be in touch with you. If you feel that you are unable to give the time that it takes to be a
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October Programs at the Franklin Public Library Regularly Scheduled Programs (No registration required unless noted.)
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. Toddler Playgroup at 11 a.m. Take a break and enjoy some playtime at this informal morning playgroup. The library will provide toys, music, and books for children who are accompanied by an adult. Connect with other parents and let little ones interact with one another. Krafty Mondays for ages 6 to 12 at 4 p.m. It’s all about Halloween! A different Halloween craft will be offered each week. Monday, October 5
Halloween Lamp: We’ll be turning an ordinary glass jar into a scary Halloween Lamp. Will you dare keep it in your room? Monday, 12
Glitter Bones and Flying Bats: What’s Halloween without skeletons and bats? Greet your friends with a fun loving skeleton and spooky flying bats! Monday, October 19
Halloween Banner: Make a huge Halloween banner to welcome all your ghosts and goblins. Use your imagination to make it frightening or funny!
Tuesdays Get Ready for Kindergarten for ages 3 – 5 at 10:30 a.m. This 45 minute program featuring stories, rhymes, songs, and activities will help prepare your children for preschool and kindergarten. Parents and caregivers should attend with their child. Toddler Playgroup at 11:15 a.m. Take a break and enjoy some playtime at this informal morning playgroup. The library will provide toys, music, and books for children who are accompa-
nied by an adult. Connect with other parents and let little ones interact with one another. Story and Craft for ages 3, 4, 5, and 6 at 4 p.m. Stories, activities, and a craft for children ages 3, 4, 5, and 6 who are able to attend “on their own.” This program lasts around 45 minutes.
Wednesdays Terrific Toddlers for ages 18 months to 3 years old at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy thirty minutes of interactive stories, songs, and activities for families and children from 18 months to age 3. Toddler Playgroup at 11 a.m. Take a break and enjoy some playtime at this informal morning playgroup. The library will provide toys, music, and books for children who are accompanied by an adult. Connect with other parents and let little ones interact with one another. “Doggie Tales” Read to Dogs Program – Third Wednesday of the Month For Students in Grade 2 & Up Wednesday, October 21st from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. 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. Beginning September 1st, readers may sign up for a 15 minute time slot at the Library Circulation Desk or call (508) 520-4940.
Thursdays Story and Craft for ages 3, 4, 5, and 6 at 10:30 a.m. Stories, activities, and a craft for children ages 3, 4, 5, and 6 who are able to attend “on their own.” This program lasts around 45 minutes. No registration is required. This is a repeat of the program held on Tuesdays at 4 p.m. Lego Club – Third Thursdays of the Month For Ages 3 to 12 Thursdays, October 15th from 4-5 p.m. Use your imagination and build anything you like with our tubs of Legos!
Genealogy Club – Last Thursday of the Month Thursday, October 29th from 6:30-7:30 PM The Genealogy Club meets in the Franklin Library meeting room and is free and open to all. Come to a meeting any time to join the club! Special Teen/Adult Programs Science Friday - For Students in K - 4th Grade Friday, October 9th from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Mission Space – Take a Trip to Space! Explore the universe, travel the galaxies, walk the moon, check out the landscape of Mars and learn about the the planets through some of NASA missions. This is a three-part program beginning in October and ending with a visit to the BSU Observatory in December. Registration is required. Please register at http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr= npijo9cab&oeidk=a07ebj09 npp75932931 Adult Coffee and Craft Saturday, October 10th, 1 p.m.
Flying Bats! Come in and learn the easy way to upcycle screen into decorative pieces. This month we’ll be making eerie flying bats to add to your Halloween decorations. They will be sure to give your guests a fright! Outdoor Family Concert: Jesse Liam Rock & Roll band Thursday, October 15th from 4-6 p.m. This father and son band, lauded for their family-harmony, will entertain you with hits form the 50’s to today. Jess’s uniquely refreshing voice will lift your spirit, and bring you to your feet! Join us for a little two steppin’, classic folk music, and crooning love songs that will warm your heart. Ed the Wizard Halloween Show, Sunday, October 18th 3 p.m. Join Ed the Wizard for Mystical Magical Mayhem! The Greg and Alex show, Sunday, October 25th 3 p.m. Greg the magician and Axel the magic mutt will bring old classics like Dracula, Frankenstein and the Mummy to life!
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“I feel that I can set a high bar and achieve great results for my clients through my association with Real Living,” said Mr. Qamar. While Blair added, “Real Living Real Estate has a reputation for providing quality real estate services, and I’m honored to be a part of the company,” Real Living Realty Group specializes in providing real estate services in Franklin, Wal-
pole, Hopkinton, and all of Metrowest Massachusetts and the company’s headquarters is located at 233 W Central St, Franklin, Mass. “We are ecstatic to welcome two exceptional agents to the Real Living Realty Group family. We believe they will be a great addition to our growing company,” said Matt Kelly, coowner of Real Living. Real Living Realty Group’s main office is located in Franklin, Mass., and the telephone number is (508) 520-1600. Real Living Real Estate has more than 450 real estate brokerage offices and over 10,000 agents in the world.
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Bailey Goldberg Kevin Moroney Michelle Sharpe Broker/Sales Sales Agent Sales Agent 508-954-8910 508-574-4201 508-294-0475
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308 WEST CENTRAL STREET, SUITE E, FRANKLIN, MA 02038
508-520-9696
Call to find out what your home is worth! mer Street Franklin $72 5,00 Sum 3 8 0 4
oad Bellingham $27 avid R 9,90 0 32 D
et Hill Road Franklin $899 ,000 Russ 15
Susan Stivaletta 774-571-7217 sstivaletta@comcast.net
Eileen Mason 508-330-4234 emason4234@gmail.com
Cindy Gleichauf 508-397-5204 cindygleichauf@gmail.com
Susan Morrison 617-686-8178 susan.morrison1@comcast.net Nancy Maiorana
Susan Morrison
gton Street Mendon $484 ,90 arrin H 0 8 WITH IN-LAW
, Franklin Value Range $300K ge St a - $3 t t o 25K 4C
treet Franklin $309 ewis S ,900 29 L
Eileen Mason
Susan Morrison
Tree Lane Franklin $369 ,900 Pear 3 1
nS Coronatio treet Frankli n 481
n Street Franklin hingto $49 s a 9,9 0W 00 2 9
Cindy Gleichauf
Nancy Maiorana
Tammy Todaro
treet Bellingham stone S $17 lack 4,9 B 1 00 0 1
anet Brook Lane Frankli n 5 No
SOLD
mber Drive Franklin $1, 200 epte S ,00 t5 0 Lo
Nancy Maiorana
Tammy Todaro
Susan Stivaletta
eet Franklin $42 5,00 ark Str 0 97 P
TEAM RICE Carl, Ellie, Adam 508-330-0281 teamrice@remaxexec.com
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Susan Stivaletta
Susan Stivaletta
SOLD
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Eric Buliung
Cindy Gleichauf
Nancy Maiorana 508-847-3506 nancy.maiorana@hotmail.com
Tammy Todaro 508-277-2977 tammytodaro@gmail.com
ory Road Holliston $38 0,00 Greg 0 0 10
Eileen Mason
Eric Buliung 508-314-4047 eric@buliung.com
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Medfield (508) 359-5300
Franklin (508) 520-1600
October 2015
Walpole (508) 668-6300
We need homes to sell! We have buyers at all price points looking for homes! Call us today to get your house sold! NEW LISTING
FRANKLIN 30 Beaver Street
$369,900
NEW LISTING
FRANKLIN
965 Washington Street
NEW LISTING
PRICE REDUCED
VILLAGES AT OAK HILL
FRANKLIN
BELLINGHAM
FRANKLIN
$674,000
$299,900
$384,900
143 Mastro Drive
$274,900
604 Old Bridge Lane
PRICE REDUCED
15 Dante Avenue
FEATURED HOME OF THE WEEK PIN OAKS
Welcome Myriam FRANKLIN 4 Dwight Street
$439,900
PRICE REDUCED
NORTH ATTLEBORO
Myriam Siraco 508-641-0956
$649,900
Dick Thurston
Mike Colombo
Arlene Kelly
Dawn Oliveira
Nick Petmezis
NORFOLK
2 Margauxs Way, Norfolk— 2,500+ SF Townhouse at desirable active adult community, Pin Oaks. This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath home features soaring cathedral ceilings, first floor master suite with 2 walk-in closets and whirlpool tub, living room with gas fireplace, and bright sun room. This community boasts beautiful, manicured open spaces and a common with gazebo. Priced at $479,900
2 Margauxs Way
$479,900
NEW LISTING
BLACKSTONE
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7 Oriole Drive
Catherine Carrara
We are pleased to welcome our newest agent, Myriam Siraco. Congratulations and welcome to the Team!
7 Laurel Road
$469,900
Matt Kelly
Sarah Mercuri
Linda Wigren
Robin Wish
Anthony Crugnale
Kathy Dunne
Jamie Hogan
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Sheila McMahon
Barbara Scardino
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