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Getting Back Tenfold What You Put In VNA Hospice Care in Need of Volunteers in Your Area, Will Train

By J.D. O’Gara The rewards have been greater than she expected.

JoAnne O’Connell, a Millis single Mom of four, began volunteering for VNA Care Network and Hospice over four years ago.

Having been a stay-at-home Mom, a teacher and a volunteer for new Moms at Beth Israel and for Meals on Wheels, O’Connell was looking for a new way to give of her time.

She decided to give volunteering her time to hospice patients a try, despite some reservations of knowledge and understanding of the hospice philosophy.

“In our society, death and end of life is a taboo,” says O’Connell. “I was unsure and nervous, and it was vey uncharted waters for me, but the more I learned, the more I grew and learned to accept.

Now, it’s not scary to me at all.

Local Mom JoAnne O’Connell says the gift she received as a volunteer for VNA Hospice Care has been to learn “to be present” not only for patients, but at home for her family as well. Loving volunteers and whatever strengths they possess are currently needed to help hospice patients.

Yes, there are some sad times, but it’s an amazing gift you can be present to support people in times of crisis.”

T he benefits, says

O’Connell, she gets back “tenfold in terms of what I put in,” and the greatest gift she re-

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February 2016

Franklin Police Investigating Bank Robbery

By J.D. O’Gara How does a Police Department investigate a bank robbery? A big part of the process, says Franklin Police Chief Steve Semerjian, is sticking with the process.

Finding the bad guys, says Semerjian, becomes a dogged process after a while. “You’ve got to stick with it, interviewing people, talking to other agencies, taking video to a technician capable of enhancing it, talking to the DA’s office. We have the ability to work with a regional lab,” he says.

The Franklin Police Department is still actively searching for two suspects involved in a robbery at the Middlesex Savings Bank inside the Franklin Village Shopping Center early last month just before New Year’s, at 1000 Franklin Village Drive.

On December 30, at approximately 11:40 a.m., a

Franklin Police Officer working a detail at the shopping center was approached by a resident who reported seeing two people wearing hoods and masks enter the Middlesex Savings Bank. Two individuals ran out of the building as the officer approached. The officer ordered them to stop and they refused, leading to a short foot pursuit.

Both individuals then got into a parked vehicle, later identified by police as a dark-colored BMW 3 Series four-door sedan, at a nearby gas station and fled.

According to police, the two suspects entered the bank and ordered all patrons, including several children, to get on the ground. They then demanded money from the tellers and fled with an undisclosed amount of cash. No weapon was shown.

The suspects are described as two males wearing hoods,

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ceived was learning “how to be present.”

“I was constantly multitasking, never really present physically and mentally at same time,” says O’Connell. The one thing she learned, when she went to visit patients in their homes or at one of the VNA Care Network residences, is that just being there, “being physically present, is one thing we all have to offer.

Every case is different – they all have different needs.

It might just be being there, might be sitting, they might need you to listen or to have you physically do something. There are all different ways it might look.”

What O’Connell didn’t expect was that learning to be present was “the best gift to me.

I would leave my phone in the care and know I had two hours there, without any expectations.”

That lesson, she says, carries over into her life in every aspect.

“I’m much more present for my children, for myself. I learned to just be, which I didn’t have prior to this work. It is a huge reward.”

In fact, the VNA Hospice Care, a non-profit organization

serving patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families, is currently in need of loving hospice volunteers, especially those who are available during the day and bilingual. Anyone, young or old, from any background, needs only to have a desire to share time and compassion with others, and VNA Hospice Care provides training and ongoing support to all volunteers.

O’Connell, who now works for VNA Hospice Care as a volunteer coordinator, says one opportunity for volunteers is working in in-patient residences, which include facilities in Needham, Cambridge and Worcester. After a seven-hour training, volunteers in those facilities cook, sit with patients, offer support to family members, and do activities with patients, says O’Connell, anything to help out staff and support families.

“You bring your personality to it, who you are,” says Nancy Haslip, who has volunteered at the Stanley R. Tippett Hospice Home in Needham, in her words “a nice place to be,” for about three years. Haslip, who enjoys cooking, prepares lunch on Mondays for the 10 hospice patients. “It’s a way to nurture

the residents,” says Haslip. “I like to cook comfort foods so that people are being nourished with a nicely prepared meal, which gives them food for their spirits as well as their bodies.” Haslip says that whatever talents volunteers have all are appreciated.

“Even just bringing a cup of coffee or tea to a family member that might benefit from having a beverage,” she says. Haslip sees her volunteer role as helping an individual and family live the life that remains to the fullest.

Volunteers are also needed to go out to residences in various communities, and in the Metrowest areas such as Franklin, there’s a huge need.

“There’s also going out into the community, where patients are at home for hospice care.

Volunteers offer respite for caregivers. They can’t do personal care, but they are trained to what to do in an emergency, and in active listening – to be there if the patient needs anything. They also provide companionship to people who don’t have caregivers. They are an integral part of the hospice team.”

For in-community hospice volunteers, VNA Hospice Care provides 16 hours of training. In

addition to the training in how to be an active listener, how to be caring and empathetic and basic rules and expectations that all volunteers receive, those who will work out in the community receive a lot more detail about troubleshooting certain situations in the home. In home volunteers also need a CORI check, a flu shot and a TB test.

“No matter where your location is, we could use volunteers anywhere,” says O’Connell. The organization also runs a monthly support group for all the volunteers, which O’Connell says af-

February 2016 fords the opportunity to join with like-minded, caring people.

Her experience with end of life care “keeps things in perspective on a day-to-day basis,” says O’Connell, who was inspired by the volunteer experience to pursue her Masters in Human Services. “It keeps you grounded … makes dealing with day-to-day issues that much more manageable and understandable.

If you are interested in the opportunity to be a hospice volunteer, call (781) 569-2811 or visit www.vnahospicecare.org

Compassionate Companions Needed Milford Regional Medical Center is looking for volunteers to serve as “Compassionate Companions” to ensure that patients at the end of life are not alone. “Compassionate Companions” is Milford Regional’s end of life comfort program and is based on the “No One Dies Alone” program. Volunteers who serve in

this role provide a comforting, compassionate presence for patients at the end of life who would otherwise be alone.

For more information or to volunteer for this program, call Elaine Willey, director of Volunteer Services, at (508) 422-2263. Volunteers will be interviewed, screened and trained.

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gloves and masks making further identification nearly impossible.

However, one of the males is believed to be light-skinned.

“The incident is still under active investigation,” Chief Semerjian said. “We urge anyone who knows anything about the suspects or has additional information about the robbery, to contact Franklin Police immediately.”

Active investigation, says Chief Semerjian, includes working with other agencies that might have had similar events. “Sometimes, they’ll be extremely similar, and you think, it has to be the same individual, or is it two, three or four people out of the same group. Certain people will commit the same crimes over and over in a similar fashion.”

Semerjian says that police investigation starts with the crime scene. Franklin police, he said,

collect any physical evidence, including audio and video, and investigate witnesses, putting out a description of the motor vehicle to all agencies that receive radio transmission, he says.

Bank robberies in Franklin

aren’t common, says the Police Chief, although at holiday time, says Semerjian, the rate of robberies seems to pick up. He suggests that one of the reasons that might be the case is that during holiday time, more cash is on

hand, in an age where more often, credit cards are used to make transaction.

“You’d probably find people (stealing) are dependent on some type of substance,” says Semerjian. “Once the chemical

takes control, you’re no longer the same person.”

Anyone with any information related to the robbery should contact the Franklin Police Department at (508) 528-1212.

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A new advanced MRI has been installed at Milford Regional Medical Center, featuring technology that provides exceptional image quality and a design that is more comfortable for patients.

Milford Regional has one of the area’s first Siemens 3T MAGNETOM® Verio MRI scanners, which was recently installed at Dana Farber/Brigham and Women’s Cancer Center at

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With a magnet strength of 3 Tesla (3T), the MAGNETOM Verio is the strongest magnet field strength used clinically today. It gives Milford Regional physicians top-quality images providing minute details of the musculoskeletal system and neurological system, as well as cartilage, arteries, veins and breasts.

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Images of the brain are also improved, allowing for detection of such things as plaque and lesions, which is key to diagnosing certain medical conditions like multiple sclerosis. The three- dimensional imaging has improved evaluation and detection of old strokes and previous brain trauma that a less powerful

February 2016 magnet could not detect. In addition, certain cancers can be seen earlier with this type of advanced imaging.

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No February Meeting for Let’s Laugh in Franklin Starting March, Change in Time to First Wednesday at 7:30

Let’s Laugh Today will not be holding a meeting in February, but starting March 2nd will be laughing on the first Wednesday of every month at 7:30 p.m., because the church

has asked us to change our day.

We hope that we do not lose any of our laughers because of this change, and that instead this ends up being a more convenient day for all of you. A

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Franklin Public Library February Programs All events are free and open to the public. No registration unless specified.

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.

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. No registration is required.

Krafty Mondays for ages 6 to 12 at 4 p.m.

A new craft offered each week. No registration is required.

Weekly programs are as follows: Monday, February 1 Valentine’s Day decorations.

Be ready for Valentine’s Day with festive decorations. Valentine’s Day wreaths, garlands and more. You’ll be able to transform your room into a Valentine’s Day wonderland!

Monday, February 8 Carnival Time! Come in and help decorate the meeting room fro the FPL’s big Carnival next week. We will transform the room with your banners and colorful crafts.

Monday, February 22 Duct tape memo board. Make a nifty wipe off memo board for your door, desk or the refrigerator. This will be great to keep track of your busy schedule and even your homework!

Monday, February 29 Leap Year Crafts. It’s Leap Year! We’re celebrating February 29 with leaping frogs. Join the fun as we make a special frog decoration and a froggy paper holder. A game of leap frog is a possibility, too!

Tuesdays et Ready for KinderG garten 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.

No registration is required.

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 accompanied by an adult. Connect with other parents and let little ones interact with one another. No registration is required.

Teen Advisory Board – Third Tuesday of the Month For Middle and High School Students, Tuesday, February 16 from 6:30-8 p.m.

Wednesdays errific Toddlers for T 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. No registration is required.

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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. No registration is required.

“Doggie Tales” Read to Dogs Program – Third Wednesday of the Month For Students in Grade 2 & Up, Wednesday, Feb. 17 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.

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.

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. No registration is required.

Lego Club – Third Thursdays of the Month, For Ages 3 to 12, Thursday, Feb. 18 from 4-5 p.m.

Use your imagination and build anything you like with our tubs of Legos! We have new Lego sets to put together and lots of regular blocks to use. No registration is required

Adult Programs Knitting Circle for Adults, Tuesdays (except Feb. 16), Starting February 2nd, 1:30-3 p.m., Open to all skill levels. 1:30-3 p.m.

Adult Coffee and Craft, Saturday, February 13, 1 p.m.,

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Impact of Financial Elder Abuse, Tuesday, February 16th, 2 p.m., Elder abuse and embezzlement can happen to anyone.

Please join Joseph J. Canavan, Director, Triad Division, Norfolk County Sheriff ’s Office for an overview of the many programs available free of charge through TRIAD and for a screening of the DVD “Last Will and Embezzlement.” It will equip seniors, family members, and professionals to both recognize and guard against financial abuse of vulnerable and older adults Library Book Sale, Saturday, February 20th, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (9-10 a.m. classical music

by Betty Kushner), Bag Sale Feb. 21, 9 a.m. -12 p.m.

Genealogy Club. Introduction to the National Archives, Thursday, February 25, 6:30 p.m., Franklin Library Genealogy Club welcomes archivist Daniel Fleming from The National Archives at Boston.

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February 2016

A Medium that Makes the Image “Pop” Artist Spotlight: Dale Hoopingarner Art, using a scanner?

Franklin Art Association artist Dale Hoopingarner first encountered scanography – or photography using a scanner – in a seminar taught by Connecticut artist Ellen Hovercamp a decade ago at Tower Hill Botanical Garden in Boylston.

Hoopingarner was fascinated.

“Ellen had a laptop and a projector, and she showed it against the wall,” says the artist.

“I went out and bought a scanner.”

In scanography, a digital scanner captures the images of its subject. In Hoopingarner’s case, he uses flowers from his garden, many species that attract butterflies. In fact, his first subject was a clematis he’d grown. The result is a striking burst of color upon a stark black background, which creates something of a 3D effect.

Hoopingarner says he often takes a series of scans to get the look just right. In order to prevent his subjects from getting

crushed, he removed the glass from his scanner. Lately, he’s been taking them, he says, with the lights off, as even the glow from a computer monitor can interfere with the black back-

ground he seeks.

“Once you’re doing it, you’re building the image. You really don’t see the end result until you take the pictures,” says the artist, who refers to viewing the

result as “a joyous act of discovery when a beautiful picture emerges.” The Milford resident of over 20 years says he loves the detail and depth of this work, how it preserves the beauty of

the flowers.

“I love flowers, and I’ve gardened all my life,” he says, “and I love being able to capture them. People will ask, ‘How did you get the flowers to stay so fresh behind the glass?’”

The most difficult part of scanning, however, comes after the scan has been taken.

Hoopingarner will do Photoshop detail work to remove stray hairs or pollen, or sometimes even the microscopic bug from the image in order to get a clean image upon the black. That process can take 15-20 hours or more per image in order to make the resulting image “pop.”

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February Vacation Programs at For Lent, St. Mary’s Parishioners Asked to the Franklin Public Library Bring Food Donations Winter Carnival Tuesday, February 16th from 10:30 a.m.

The Magic of Winter with Greg the Magician & Axel his dog.

It’s Carnival Time! Come Wednesday, February one, come all to the Frank- 17th from 1 p.m.

lin Public Library’s fun filled Winter Carnival. Play games of chance and games of skill.

Make a wide variety of crafts including carnival hats and edible necklaces

Sparky’s Puppets – Stories from Snowy Lands Wednesday, February 17th from 10:30 a.m.

Treat your kids to a program that’s trainloads of fun and filled with magic, comedy audience participation, some very funny puppetry, fun routines involving Frosty the snowman, winter magic and making the kids to believe enough to make the bell from the polar express ring just like the movie only live!

Once Upon a WinterWatch a snowman come to time with Award life, see a bear go ice fishing Winning Storyteller and visit a toymaker on a win- Diane Edgecomb

Thursday, February 18th from 10:30 a.m.

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“Uncle Moe” – Music for the whole family Thursday, February 18th from 1 p.m.

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In observance of the Season of Lent, the St. Vincent de Paul Society at St. Mary’s Church in Franklin is asking folks to bring one item for the food pantry on each weekend of Lent.

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Deadline to Sing in this Charles River Chorale Season Feb. 2 On Tuesday, January 12, 2016 the Charles River Chorale began its rehearsals for its thirty-first Spring Concert, “Fire and Rain,” with director Ashley Nelson again directing. Rehearsals are held every Tuesday night from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the church of Christ, 142 Exchange St (Route 115), Millis, MA 02054, and the concert will be performed on May 7, 2016 at the Millis High School. The Chorale will also be joined by the Charles River Children’s Choir.

The Chorale sings four-part vocal arrangements of a wide variety of music. It is a non-audition chorus open to all persons wishing to join by the February 2, 2016 rehearsal. This is a firm cut-off for new members to join for the coming spring season. If you have questions, please feel

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Members pay dues and purchase their own music. The Chorale also welcomes nonsingers as members to assist in essential roles such as business, stage and house management.

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Please Recycle This Newspaper Representative Roy Announces Office Hours State Representative Jeffrey N. Roy (D-Franklin) announced today that constituent office hours will be held in February on the following days:

February: Thursday, February 18th, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill St. Franklin Saturday, February 27th, 9-10 a.m., Medway Muffin House, 116 Main St. Medway Christopher Yancich, his legislative aide, will be accom-

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Broadway in Franklin Features Jenn Colella & Michael James Scott Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents Broadway In Franklin: A Weekend with the Stars on February 26-28, featuring Broadway headliners Jenn Colella and Michael James Scott in a Broadway Revue of show-stopping numbers from the Great White Way. Bringing the magic of 42nd Street to Boston’s MetroWest suburbs, the Broadway Revue will be presented at 3 p.m. on Sunday, February 28, at THE BLACK BOX, FPAC’s theater, music, and event venue, located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin. The show also features appearances by musical theater students and

by Electric Youth. Participation in the weekend’s master classes and Broadway Revue is open to students in grades 8-12, with all abilities welcome.

Electric Youth (EY), a dynamic ensemble of talented singer-dancers trained at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts, will kick off the weekend with a 7:30 p.m. show on Friday evening, February 26, at THE BLACK BOX. Backed by an eight-piece band of Boston musicians who’ve

performed with music legends Tony Bennett, Aretha Franklin, Dizzy Gillespie, Diana Ross and many others, Electric Youth delivers high-energy music, including fully choreographed hits by Adele, Beyonce, The Black Crowes, Queen, Sugarland, Stevie Wonder and more.

Guest artists Jenn Colella and Michael James Scott will lead a series of musical theater master classes at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) on Saturday, February 27, that will include dance workshops

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and coaching on song interpretation and performance skills.

Rehearsals for Sunday’s revue will round out the weekend programming with the Broadway performers. For more information, including participation fee and schedule, visit www.FPAConline.com or call (508) 5283370.

Jenn Colella’s Broadway credits include Urban Cowboy (Sissy, Outer Critics Circle Award nomination), High Fidelity (Laura), Chaplin (Hedda Hopper) and If/Then (Anne) opposite LaChanze and Idina Menzel. Regionally she was featured as Daisy Hilton in Sideshow at the Kennedy Center, Peter Pan in Peter Pan at the Sondheim Performing Arts Center, and Georgie in The Full Monty at Paper Mill Playhouse with Elaine Stritch. Off-Broadway credits include Beebo Brinker Chronicles (opposite Marin Ireland), Lucky Guy (opposite Kyle Dean Massey) and the revival of Closer Than Ever. Television

appearances include gueststarring roles on Cashmere Mafia (ABC), Rescue Me (FX), Can You Tell (Oxygen), All My Children (ABC), The Good Wife (CBS) and Elementary (CBS). Colella starred opposite Joseph Gordon-Levitt in the indie film Uncertainty.

Michael James Scott originated and is currently playing the role of Minstrel in the

Broadway sensation Something Rotten! He also originated the part of Doctor Gotswana in Broadway’s The Book of Mormon and was the standby for the Genie in Aladdin. Additional Broadway credits include Mamma Mia! (Eddie), All Shook Up, The Pirate Queen, Tarzan, Hair and Elf – The Musical. National Tours include Fosse (Male Leading Performer) and Mamma Mia! (Sky). Michael James Scott appeared Off-Broadway in Here’s to the Public with Donna McKechnie and in London’s West End revival of Hair.

Proceeds from Broadway in Franklin weekend support Electric Youth’s 2016 European summer concert tour and EY’s mission to give back through musical performance, education and ambassadorship. To purchase tickets for Friday’s Electric Youth show or Sunday’s Broadway Revue, call (508) 528-3370 or visit www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com.

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Still, he’s shown his work in a few art shows and local exhibits, including the Woodshed Gallery in downtown Franklin, and he has sold some of his work at the Post Road Art Center.

“I’m never going to retire with this (art),” he muses. “It’s just nice to have people enjoy it. I like it that people want to put something on the wall that they’re going to look at every day. It’s just enough to keep me going. If somebody puts it on the wall, it’s a happy thing.”

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The competition is open to all artists; cash awards will be presented for the top ten pieces of art. A non-refundable entry fee of ($20 for one entry, $30 for a maximum of two entries) made

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Representative Roy Hosts a Community Conversation

Representative Jeffrey N. Roy (D-Franklin) held a community conversation with senior citizens to discuss issues that impact their lives and to provide information on the various state programs available to them. Area seniors, their loved ones, and caregivers were invited to the event that

will take place on Friday, January 15, 2016 at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill St, Franklin, MA 02038.

Roy’s special guest for the event was State Representative Denise C. Garlick (D-Needham), the House Chair of the Joint Committee on Elder Affairs.

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Holiday Cheer for Families of Heroes Thanks to Yanks helped celebrate the holidays with military families at The Charlie Horse restaurant, West Bridgewater on December 19 at an event hosted by the Jeff Coombs Memorial Foundation. For information about how Thanks To Yanks supports military personnel and their families, visit thankstoyanks.org or like them on Facebook.

Dean College Approved to Offer B.A. Degree in Communications Beginning in 2016 Dean College, a private, residential college located in Franklin, Massachusetts, has been approved by the Massachusetts Board of Higher Education to offer a new stand-alone B.A. degree. Beginning in fall 2016, students at Dean College will be able to complete a Bachelor of Arts in Communications.

This new B.A. program will prepare students for the world of work or graduate school.

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Dean College now offers 12 bachelor degree programs, including Arts and Entertainment Management, Business Manage-

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Dean College Palladino School of Women’s Success Dance Presents Choreographers’ Network (WSN) to Concert February 5-6th Welcome Judge Angela Ordonez

The Palladino School of Dance at Dean College will perform a Choreographers’ Concert on Friday, February 5th and Saturday, February 6, 2016.

Join us for an evening of dance highlighting the choreography of selected upper class dance ma-

jors. Enjoy just the performance opening night or come and enjoy an evening of dance and witness renowned guest artists as they view and discuss selected student work on closing night.

The Choreographers’ Concert will take place in the Main

Stage within the Campus Center at Dean College, 99 Main Street, Franklin at 8 p.m. both nights.

Tickets range from $5-$22 and can be purchased online by visiting www.dean.edu/boxoffice.

Franklin Heavyweight Has Knockout Performance The Central New England (Greater Lowell) preliminaryround of the 70th annual Lowell Sun Charities Golden Gloves Championship concluded on January 15 at historic Lowell Memorial Auditorium with 12 second-round matches in the novice class.

Knockouts (4) and shutout decisions were the theme as the

large crowd really got into the exciting action, particularly the explosive knockout performances

by Methuen (MA) middleweight Yamarco Guzman and Franklin (MA) heavyweight Jared Gately.

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We are pleased to be hosting our distinguished guest speaker, Judge Angela Ordonez, Chief Justice of the Norfolk County Probate and Family Court. Her fascinating story of how she rose to this exemplary position will be discussed as well as her superb record of developing and supporting programs that not only mentor young people interested in the law, but also educate parents with family law matters and out-of-court resolutions.

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Meetings are held the first Wednesday of the month from 6-9 p.m. To register for the next meeting and find out more details please visit www.wsninc.org by Tuesday, February 23rd, 2016.

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Hockomock Area YMCA Preschool Registration & Open House Feb. 2 Registration for the Hockomock Area YMCA’s Y World of Tots Preschool at its Bernon Family Branch in Franklin begins Tuesday, February 2nd at 1 p.m.

The preschool is designed to provide a positive learning environment for children aged 2.9 to 5 years. The school is holding an open house for parents and families on Tuesday, February 2nd from 1 p.m. -2:30 p.m.

“Our program offers a preschool experience where children learn, thrive, and explore,” said teacher Lisa Peters. The preschool program offers two, three, and five-day options for both morning or extended day options. The Y World of Tots is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.

Social, motor, and academic development is promoted through fun hands-on learning activities in science, math, language, listening and verbal skills.

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For more information about the Franklin Education Foundation, please visit our website at www.franklined.org or visit us on Facebook (https://www. facebook.com/franklined.org).

The Bee will be held at the Thomas Mercer Auditorium at the Horace Mann Middle School. The middle school Bee will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. and the theme will be general trivia. Teams for the middle school Bee will be composed of students from each of the 3 Franklin middle schools. The regular Bee will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. and the theme will be pop culture. For the regular Bee, teams consist of three people sponsored by local businesses, civic groups and individuals. Organizations may send their own team or may

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Circle of Friends Welcomes Seth Glier, Ryan Hommel Feb. 27 Seth Glier returns to the Circle of Friends Coffeehouse stage on Saturday, February 27th at 8 p.m. His previous performances delighted crowds who responded with energetic standing ovations.

A Shelburne Fall native, he attended Berkeley for a year and then left to start his touring career.

Despite his relatively young age, Seth is a seasoned troubadour. A singer-songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist who averages over 250 live performances annually, Seth has gone from opening act to headlining his own shows and playing major festivals. He’s shared the stage with

artists as diverse as James Taylor, Ani DiFranco, Edwin McCain, Martin Sexton, Emmylou Harris and Ryan Adams and has quickly become known for his passionate live sets and powerful command of both piano and guitar. http:// sethglier.com/ Ryan Hommel will be opening the show. Already a touring veteran and multi-faceted producer he is now coming into his own as a solo artist. He delivers his songs with a hyper-focused and intentional quiet intensity. His live performances blend his mature, soulful, and strong voice with guitar playing that ranges from

delicate and sincere to rowdy and uninhibited. http://www.ryanhommel.com/ The Circle of Friends Coffeehouse is a non-profit organization affiliated with Franklin’s First Universalist Society. Concerts are presented in a smoke free and alcohol free environment at the Society’s handicapped accessible Meetinghouse, 262 Chestnut St. in Franklin, and begin at 8 p.m.; doors open at 7:30 p.m. Beverages and gourmet desserts will be available. Tickets for this show are $20. Please call (508) 528-2541 or visit http://www.circlefolk.org/ to purchase tickets information.

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‘Finest Hours’ Team to Speak at Dean March 3, 2016 Event Part of Dean College Leadership Lecture Series Dean College is honored to host both the producer and the author of Walt Disney Pictures new epic The Finest Hours for the Dean College Leadership Institute Leadership In Action Lecture Series on Thursday March 3, 2016.

The Leadership Series offers a unique and interactive opportunity for students, alumni, and the local community to interact with today’s business leaders.

Acclaimed film producer Dorothy Aufiero will be joined by bestselling author Casey

Sherman to discuss their incredible journey together from page to screen. The Finest Hours is set for worldwide release beginning on January 29, 2016. The film chronicles the greatest Coast Guard rescue in American history in February, 1952 off Cape Cod and stars Chris Pine, Casey Affleck, Eric Bana, Ben Foster and Holliday Grainger. The Finest Hours was filmed entirely in Massachusetts.

“We are thrilled to be joined by the creative forces behind this major motion picture,” said Dr.

Paula Rooney, President of Dean College. “Both Ms. Aufiero and Mr. Sherman work here in Massachusetts and the Dean College community looks forward to a memorable event as they discuss the challenges and the triumphs behind their cinematic achievement.”

Dorothy Aufiero has also developed several of the most memorable motion pictures ever filmed in Massachusetts including the Oscar-winning The Fighter, starring Mark Wahlberg and Christian Bale, and the

Oscar-winning Good Will Hunting, starring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck. Aufiero also served as executive producer for the smash television hit “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy.” Casey Sherman is a national bestselling author of eight books including Search for the Strangler (about his re-investigation of the notorious Boston Strangler case), Bad Blood, Animal and Boston Strong. Sherman has also served as a guest analyst on CNN and FOX News.

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Dean College Palladino School of Dance and Manhattan Dance Project Present Master Classes February 6-7th The Palladino School of Dance at Dean College has partnered with the Manhattan Dance Project to present master classes with top NYC teachers in theatre, dance, hip hop, tap, and ballet.

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S.A.F.E. Coalition to Senator Ross Has Perfect Host Putnam, Feb. 2, Voting Record in 2015 Herren Feb. 29 The S.A.F.E. (Support for Addicts and Families by Empowerment) Board is pleased to confirm that Professor Robert Putnam, the author of Bowling Alone and Our Kids: The American Dream in Crisis, has accepted our invitation to speak at our next coalition meeting on February 2, 2016 at Franklin High School.

The coalition meeting begins at 7 p.m., and we expect Prof. Putnam to speak between 7:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. He will begin with a presentation and then will sit down with Dr. Anne Bergen for a one on one dialogue.

Our Kids is a groundbreaking examination of the growing inequality gap and why fewer Americans today have the opportunity for upward mobility.

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book and research by clicking here. Bowling Alone talks about how we have become increasingly disconnected from one another and how social structures have disintegrated. It should be a fascinating talk and of particular interest to those wishing to understand the sociological climate surrounding the opioid crisis.

Our February 29, 2016, at 7 p.m., the S.A.F.E. meeting will feature Chris Herron, a former Boston Celtic player and founder of the Herren Project, who will speak about his own substance use disorder and the importance of a healthy lifestyle and good decision making. He will also provide “real-world” techniques on how to handle pressure within a teen’s life, community or family situation.

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This marks the fourth year in a row Senator Ross has received a perfect attendance record.

“It is my honor and privilege to represent the people of the Norfolk, Bristol, and Middlesex District on Beacon Hill and by doing so that means casting votes on their behalf,” said Senator Ross. “In 2016 the Senate will continue to tackle many issues my constituents care about and I can assure them that I will be there for each and every vote and ensure their voices are heard loud and clear.”

In 2015 the Senate held 212 roll call votes on legislation pertaining to the FY16 budget, opioid epidemic, public safety, veterans, among others.

“Roll call votes are one of the primary and crucial ways that Senators protect and represent the interests of their constituents, and often they involve critical issues where every vote makes a difference. Senator Ross undoubtedly understands that, and his 100% voting record reflects his commitment not only to those he represents, but also to the prosperity and future of our state,” said Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr (R- Gloucester). “Senator Ross is prepared to capture every opportunity

when an issue and a vote arise, by understanding the complexity and impact of each one. I truly appreciate his substantial contributions to the Senate, and the significant achievements his perfect voting record represents.”

Throughout December the Senate is continuing to hold informal sessions to advance bills that do not require debate or roll call votes. The Senate will return to formal sessions in January of 2016.

Please contact the office of Senator Ross with any questions or concerns at (617) 722-1555 or Richard.Ross@masenate.gov.

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Fuel Assistance applications can now be completed. Income guidelines are: up to $33,126 gross annual income for a oneperson household, up to $43,319

Franklin Attorneys Named MA Super Lawyers Amy M. Antonellis and Jason M. Carrozza, co-founders of Family Legal Partners, P.C., located in Franklin, have been selected to the 2015 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list. No more than five percent of the lawyers in Massachusetts are selected

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The annual selections are made based upon a statewide survey of lawyers, an independent research evaluation of candidates and peer reviews by practice area. The result is a credible, comprehensive and diverse listing of exceptional attorneys. For more information about Attorney Carrozza or Attorney Antonellis please call (508) 803-1333 or visit www.familylegalpartners.com.

for a two-person household, and up to $53,511 for a three-person household.

Good Neighbor Energy Program, which is supported by the Salvation Army, provides energy assistance to residents who are in temporary crisis and do not qualify for federal or state energy funds. The fund currently takes applications for emergency assistance only, but as of January 4, 2016 will be open for all applicants. Gross annual income for a 1-person household of up to $44,168, for a 2-person household up to $57,759 and for a 3-person household u to $71,348.

DHCD Grant Fuel Assistance: Franklin has received a grant from the MA Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) to provide funding for supplemental

emergency heating assistance to eligible low to moderate income residents. The maximum amount of fuel assistance per eligible resident is $1,000. Funds are limited and are available on a first-come, first served basis.

Residents who have exhausted their Federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) benefits qualify for this program based on their 2015 LIHEAP eligibility letter. Over income LIHEAP applicants can qualify for this assistance if their gross annual income falls below the income limits listed here: One-person household, $44,800; two-person household, $55,800 and three-person household, $62,750.

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Stony Brook Story Time on Wednesdays, February 3 & 24, from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Jessica Watson invites you to explore a variety of nature themes and discovery with some picture books, games and interactive play. Similar to our “We Are Nature” children’s program, minus the outdoor exploration, you and your children will have a chance to explore, connect and ponder our relationship with nature in the comfort of the indoors. Ages 2.0 to 6 with a care-giver. Fee: $5m/$6nm per person per session.

We Are Nature on Thursdays, February 4, 18, & 25, from 11 a.m. to noon. Join Ms. Jessica for a developmental nature program that encourages toddlers to discover the wonders of nature

as they learn more about themselves. How do bats hear? Do we communicate like bees? What do birds do in the winter? Explore these questions through an interactive program utilizing discovery tables, crafts, music, story time and short trail walks on the property. Each week offers different themes and questions for these little explorers to ponder. Leave with a tired toddler, some “homework” and new enthusiasm for our natural world.

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Tiny Trekkers on Saturdays, February 6 and January 20, from 10:30 a.m. to noon.

Start your weekend off right with a fun and knowledgeable Stony Brook teacher on the trails learning about nature. Each day will have a special topic created to excite your child about the natural world. There will be crafts, activities and lots of laughter. So come and join the fun.

This month’s themes: Owls on the Prowl/ Oh, Deer. Ages 2.9 to 6 with a parent. Fee: $5m/$6nm per person per session.

Brunch with the Eagles on Sunday, February 7, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The open water of the Connecticut River is a great place to find Bald Eagles during the winter. The river attracts a variety of raptors, water fowl, and other birds as they search for food during the wintertime. Join Doug Williams and Karen Stein for this captivating road trip to Connecticut. We will travel by

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After our meal we will walk down to the dock in Essex for one last look at the river before heading back home. Fee: $96m/ $120nm

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Winter Star Search on Friday, February 26, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Join us for an evening of star gazing. We will use telescopes

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Sweets for the Tweets on Saturday, February 13, from 2 to 4 p.m. Let’s make a valentine for the birds with seeds, dried fruits, popcorn and other delicious items! You can either bring your treat home or hang it at Stony Brook. We will end the program with a short walk to look for birds. Minimum age 5. Fee: $8m/$10nm per person.

February Vacation Week: Tuesday, February 16 thru Friday, February 19, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Your children don’t have to go far away to experience a new world or discover something new about themselves.

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Themes: Tues, Frosty Fun; Wed, Frozen Frogs; Thurs, Super Slimy Science; Fri, Buried Treasure.

Grades K-5. Fee: $45m/$50nm per day.

Build a Backyard Birdhouse on Sunday, February 21, from 2 to 4 p.m. February is a perfect time to think and talk about how we can help bring some excitement to our neighborhoods. We will identify the housing needs of several species of birds (bluebirds, chickadees and Carolina wrens) that breed in our area. Learn what birds are looking for in a

and binoculars to search out and view the planets, stars and galaxies of the winter sky. Learn techniques for navigating from point to point in the night sky from our guides for this evening. Do you know the winter constellations?

This is your opportunity to get a guided tour. We’ll provide the hot chocolate! Minimum age 6. Fee: $10m/$12nm per person.

Family Tracking on Saturday, February 27, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. There are hints of life everywhere in the winter. Become an expert tracker and enjoy a morning of winter exploration in search of animal tracks and signs of deer, coyote, fox, fisher, otter, mink, rabbit, and mice.

Hiking will be light to moderate.

Dress in many layers and boots, as the majority of this program will be outdoors. Fee: $7adult, $6childmember/$9adult, $7childnon-member.

Pre-registration is required for all programs (except as noted).

For more details, visit the Mass Audubon webpage at www. massaudubon.org or call at (508) 528-3140. Register by phone, email stonybrook@massaudubon. org, fax (508) 553-3864 or in person. Stony Brook is located at 108 North Street in Norfolk.

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MassBay Students Franklin Art Association to Feature Holliston Artist Ricketson Place 2nd at National Cyber League Competition Franklin Elks Pet Clinic Feb. 6th

MassBay Community College, of Wellesley Hills, is pleased to announce a student cyber security team has placed 2nd at the National Cyber League 2015 Competition.

The five member student team from MassBay, called the MBAnnoynymous, was ranked 2nd out of 129 teams nationwide. The student team participants include; Michael Reda of Dedham, Paul Buonopane of Medfield, Andrew Liberatore of Franklin, Julius Newton of Ashland, and Alvaro Aviles of Ashland.

The students have been working together since the beginning of the fall 2015 semester and have competed in the preseason, season and post season of the National Cyber

League competition. The competition is done online on a cloud based environment, where students compete to solve real problems. The MassBay team was given problems to solve that replicate what they might face in the real world if their company was to fall victim of hackers. The team dissected the problems to find solutions, which included downloading files, decryption to view passwords and analyzing information on the attack.

The NCL is a national competition, which students participate as individuals or on teams.

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The Franklin Art Association will meet on Wednesday, Feb.3, from 6:30 pm to 9 p.m. at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street. Refresh-

ments and socialization will begin at 6:30 p.m. The program will feature a demo, from guest artist Elizabeth Ricketson. Elizabeth will do a colorful abstract.

Meetings are free and opened to the public. For more information please visit our web site at www.franklinart.org or www. facebook.com/FranklinArtAssoc.

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“Using computers can damage your eyes.”

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Try to take regular breaks to look up or across the room. This should relieve the feeling of strain on your eyes. Keep the monitor between 18 to 24 inches from your face and at a slight downward angle. Also consider the use of artificial tears. If your vision blurs or your eyes tire easily, you should have your eyes examined

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“Wearing the wrong kind of eyeglasses damages your eyes.”

False. Eyeglasses are devices used to sharpen your vision.

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“Children outgrow crossed or misaligned eyes.”

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“Learning disabilities are caused by eye problems.”

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There is no strong evidence that vision problems cause learning disabilities.

“Sitting close to the television can damage children’s eyes.”

False. Children can focus at close distance without eyestrain better than adults. They often develop the habit of holding reading materials close to their eyes or sitting right in front of the television. There is no evidence that this damages their eyes.

“People with weak eyes should avoid reading fine print.”

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“Wearing eyeglasses will cause you to become dependent on them.”

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Although it may feel as if you are becoming dependent on your eyeglasses, you are actually just getting used to seeing clearly.

“Older people who gain ‘second sight’ may be developing cataracts.”

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“Contact lenses can prevent nearsightedness from getting worse.”

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“Eyes can be transplanted.”

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February 2016

Living Healthy Local Incident Highlights Need to Check, Update CO Detectors

By J.D. O’Gara On January 11, a Medway incident brought to light the importance of having operating CO detectors in our homes and buildings, when Medway firefighters found elevated levels of CO (due to a malfunctioning boiler) at the Christ Episcopal Church at 14 School Street, home of Back to Basics Preschool.

Medway Fire officials stressed that this incident should be taken

seriously. The event occurred soon after State Fire Marshal Stephen D. Coan issued a warning last month in the wake of the Milford fatal carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning where there were no working carbon monoxide or smoke alarms in either apartment. Coan discussed Nicole’s Law, which requires carbon monoxide alarms in homes that use any fossil fuel, burn wood, or have enclosed parking areas

“Take a minute to make sure you have working CO alarms in your home,” said Coan, who says a working CO alarm must be on every level of residents’ homes.

“Test them and replace the batteries if need be. And, if the alarm is more than 5-7 years old, the entire may need to be replaced.”

Breathing CO makes people feel nauseas, dizzy, headachy, and tired like having the flu.

It poisons the body by remov-

ing oxygen in the blood stream, slowly suffocating victims. It makes it hard to think clearly, and sleeping people will not wake up without an alarm.

Heating equipment is the leading cause of CO incidents. It can also come from hot water heaters, gas stoves, gas dryers, barbecue grills, fireplaces, and from cars, lawn mowers, snow blowers or generators running inside the garage – even with the door open.

A large number of CO incidents take place between the months of November and February and between 5 p.m. and 10 a.m. This is the time when most heating

equipment is being used at home.

In 2014, Massachusetts fire departments responded to almost 15,000 CO incidents and in over one-quarter, or 4,200 incidents, elevated levels of CO were detected.

With the arrival of snow, homeowners should take a few minutes to make sure that the vents for their heating units are cleared properly.

For more information on carbon monoxide safety go to www.mass. gov/dfs and type “Carbon Monoxide Safety” in the search box, or contact your local fire department.

Residential Group Home Being Built in Franklin

By Jennifer Butler Eight adults with developmental disabilities will have a place of their own to call home right here in Franklin, thanks to funds from the Department of Housing and Community Development. The Department of Developmental

Services is building a residential group home on Plain Street in Franklin. The house is being built for the clients of the Horace Mann Educational Associates (HMEA). According to the Franklin Housing Authority, the 8-bedroom duplex will house 8

residents and is being built on an about 56,000 square foot lot.

One half of the duplex will be a group home and will include four bedrooms, a living room and a kitchen. The other half will have three independent apartments, two one-bedroom apartments

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Blood Drive Feb. 13th in Norfolk A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held at the Federated Church of Norfolk on Saturday, February 13, 2016, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The church is located at 1 Union Street, in the center of Norfolk, across from the Town Common. Ample parking is located behind the church. To make an appointment or to receive further information, please call 1-800-RED-CROSS.

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Living Healthy THE BLACK BOX Sets the Stage for Culinary Cabaret Food & Wine Event The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents Culinary Cabaret 2016 on Friday, March 4, from 7-11 p.m. at THE BLACK BOX, 15 West Central Street, in downtown Franklin.

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Community Events February 2 Knitting Circle for Adults, 1:30-3 p.m. Franklin Public Library, Open to all skill levels. Meetings will take place every Tuesday (except Feb. 16), 1:30-3:00 p.m.

S.A.F.E. (Support for Addicts and Families by Empowerment) presents Prof. Robert Putnam, author of of Bowling Alone and Our Kids: The American Dream in Crisis, 7 p.m. S.A.F.E. coalition meeting, 7:30-8:45 presentation by Dr. Putnam, Franklin High School Hockomock Area YMCA Preschool Registration opens, Bernon Family Branch, 1 p.m., For more information contact Deborah Ela or Lisa Peters at 774235-2725 or yworldoftots@ hockymca.org.

February 3 Franklin Art Association meeting, from 6:30 pm to 9 p.m. at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street, Franklin.

Refreshments and socialization at 6:30 p.m. Program will feature a demo from guest Holliston artist Elizabeth Ricketson. Elizabeth will do a colorful abstract.

Free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.franklinart. org or www.facebook.com/ FranklinArtAssoc.

February 5 The Palladino School of Dance at Dean College Choreographers’ Concert, an evening of dance highlighting the choreography of selected upper class dance majors, 8 p.m., Main Stage within Campus Center, Dean College, 99 Main Street, Franklin, Tickets range from $5-$22 and can be purchased online by visiting www.dean.edu/box office.

February 6 The Palladino School of Dance at Dean College Choreographers’ Con-

cert, an evening of dance highlighting the choreography of selected upper class dance majors, 8 p.m., Main Stage within Campus Center, Dean College, 99 Main Street, Franklin, Tickets range from $5-$22 and can be purchased online by visiting www.dean.edu/box office.

The Drummers’ Studio and Piano Pad Open House, 10 a.m. -1 p.m., Please call ahead to confirm your Open House time slot. Contact TDS at (508) 520-1414 thedrummersstudio@gmail. com or www.thedrummersstudio.com Franklin Elks Pet Clinic, 2-3 p.m., 1077 Pond St., Franklin. Call (508) 6958797 or text (508) 431-4427.

Proceeds to benefit Bay Path Humane Shelter.

February 13 Sunrise Montessori School open house, 31 Hayward St., Franklin, 11a.m. to 1 p.m. (508) 5418010 or www.MySunriseMontessori.com Donna Lee presents A Tribute to Patsy Cline, Original Congregational Church, 1 East Street, Wrentham, 7:30 p.m., Tickets $15 in advance and $20 at the door, available at the church office, (508) 384-3110, or at www.musicatocc.org. The event will be in the Fellowship Hall of the church, accessible from the parking lot in the rear.

February 16 Winter Carnival, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library, Play games of chance and games of skill. Make a wide variety of crafts including carnival hats and edible necklaces Impact of Financial Elder Abuse, 2 p.m., Franklin Public Library February 17 Sparky’s Puppets – Stories from Snowy Lands,

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10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library, Watch a snowman come to life, see a bear go ice fishing and visit a toymaker on a wintry day.

The Magic of Winter with Greg the Magician & Axel his dog, 1 p.m., Franklin Public Library, February 18 Once Upon a Wintertime with Award Winning Storyteller Diane Edgecomb, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library “Uncle Moe” – Music for the whole family, 1 p.m., Franklin Public Library, Get up and dance with New England’s own rock ‘n roll band for kids and families.

Rep. Roy Office Hours, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill St. Franklin, Christopher Yancich, his legislative aide, will be accompanying him. Rep. Roy also invites all constituents to call him at his State House office at (617) 722-2020, stop

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February 20 Library Book Sale, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Franklin Public Library, with classical music by Betty Kushner 9-10 a.m.

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Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents Broadway in Franklin: A Weekend with the Stars, kickoff featuring Electric Youth, 7:30 p.m., THE BLACK BOX, 15 West Central Street, Franklin, Proceeds from Broadway in Franklin weekend support Electric Youth’s 2016 European summer concert tour and EY’s mission to give back through musical performance, education and ambassadorship. Tickets at (508) 528-3370 or visit www.

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Mega Challah bake for KIDS, Chabad House Jewish Center, 34 Cedar Street, Milford, 3 p.m., $10 a child, $15 at door, (children must be accompanied by an adult), visit www.GotChabad.com/challahbake Death with Dignity Informational Presentation, 1-2:30 p.m., First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut St., Franklin, (508) 528-5348 , Presenter: Marie Manis, Massachusetts Campaign Manager for Compassion and Choices

February 27 Rep. Roy Office Hours, 9-10 a.m., Medway Muffin House, 116 Main St. Medway Christopher Yancich, his legislative aide, will be accompanying him. Rep. Roy also invites all constituents to call him at his State House office at (617) 722-2020, stop

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Seth Glier and Ryan Hommel, The Circle of Friends Coffeehouse, Franklin’s First Universalist Society Meetinghouse, 262 Chestnut St. in Franklin, 8 p.m.; doors open at 7:30 p.m. Beverages and gourmet desserts will be available. Tickets for this show are $20. Please call (508) 528-2541 or visit

February 29 S.A.F.E. (Support for Addicts and Families by Empowerment) presents Chris Herren, 7 p.m., Franklin High School

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Franklin Sports Tri-County’s Kim Monroe, Millis Talent in Franklin

By Christopher Tremblay Four years ago Kim Monroe decided to leave her hometown of Millis to attend Tri-County Regional Vocational School in Franklin. Since making the move to Tri-County, Millis has captured two straight Division 4 Central Championships as well as two State Titles.

“I have no regrets about going to Tri-County,” the Millis native said. “I was interested in Cosmetology and wanted to leave the little town of Millis to explore the unknown in a bigger school.”

As her hometown Mohawks were looking to advance into their second straight Sectional Championship game, the only thing that stood in their way was the Cougars of Tri-County.

Monroe and her teammates went 18-2 on the season and were the number two seed hosting Millis in the Semi Final round; the winner would go onto the title contest. Unfortunately for Monroe, it was Millis who was once again moving on.

“It was very exciting to play against all my old friends, but we (Tri-County) just didn’t play our game that day. So I guess you can

Tri-County’s Kim Monroe, who hails from Millis, has faced her hometown friends on the court more than once.

say it was bittersweet,” Monroe said. “My friends from Millis are great, but again I love my team and coaches here in Franklin.”

The Millis resident began playing recreational basketball for her hometown along with friends and family at a young age. It wasn’t until her sophomore season at Tri-County that she realized that she could play the game on a high level, but before she could get to that point

she had to go through a tough freshman season sitting on the bench.

“After 2 games I Injured my back and found myself watching instead of playing. I was given an opportunity to learn the game from the older girls while sitting on the bench,” she said. “It was upsetting that I couldn’t play, but it was better that I had gone through these growth spurts as a freshman instead of later on in

my career.”

TC Coach Ryan Hippert agrees that not playing her freshman year gave the first year center a chance to view the game from a different angle.

‘Unfortunately for Kim she was dealt with a back injury her freshman year that didn’t allow her a lot of playing time, but her sophomore year she came back stronger and hungrier to prove herself,” the Cougar Coach said.

“I really admired her work ethic in the off-season to get ready to play on the high school level.”

The hard work paid odd as the TC Coach named her as one of his captains during her junior year. Naming underclassmen a captain was something Hippert was not a big fan of doing in the past, but he firmly believed that Monroe had definitely earned it.

As a junior captain, Monroe not only lead her team in rebounds with 10 and finished third in scoring with 7 points per game, she helped the Cougars establish two school records. Despite falling to Millis in the SemiFinals, Tri-Country set the school record for most wins (20) and advancing the furthest into the state tournament.

Entering her senior season, the two-time captain didn’t let off the pedal in terms of her work preparation. Immediately following last season’s loss, she went straight into the AAU spring season, followed by her summer league and then Bay State AAU this fall. Needless to say she’s ready for the 2015-16 season.

“I’m definitely my own player.

I’m hoping that I can increase my scoring this year to help the team,” she said. “My goal is to play better and be more aggressive going after rebounds. As for the team I want that 10th win to get us into the tournament and then we’ll go from there.”

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Franklin Sports Franklin’s Gift to Rivers School Re-habbing Edgehill Aims for Healthy Start at BU

By KEN HAMWEY Although two major injuries have complicated the present, Vanessa Edgehill should still have a bright future as a Division 1 basketball player at Boston University.

The Franklin native, who is a

“I’m serving like an assistant coach,’’ Edgehill said. “Just trying to offer encouragement and support my teammates.’’

Edgehill, who spent eight years playing AAU basketball, had three quality seasons at Rivers. Primarily a point guard, she

Mount Hermon,’’ Edgehill recalled. “I distributed the ball well and got my shots to fall. I was honored when I was chosen the tourney’s MVP.’’ Edgehill was a sought-after collegiate prospect (she had offers to play at Stonehill, Bryant and

Nursing a second torn ASL, Franklin’s Vanessa Edgehill will head to BU’s basketball team next year from the Rivers School.

senior at The Rivers School in Weston, accepted a full scholarship to play for the Terriers next winter after three all-star seasons that sparked the college-prep school into three tournament appearances. Unfortunately, the 5-foot-8 combo guard is sitting out her final year at Rivers as she recovers from a second ACL surgery.

“I tore the ACL in my left knee after my freshman year, then suffered the same injury to my right knee last summer,’’ Edgehill said. “I was apprehensive when I told the BU coaches that I had another ACL problem, but they showed lots of character and still wanted me in their program. BU coach Katy Steding had the same injury when she played, so she knows the drill.’’

The drill for Edgehill, who started playing basketball at the age of six in Franklin’s youth league, is to continue her rehab and physical therapy. As a cocaptain this season at Rivers, she’s been in “a supportive role.’’

was the sparkplug who drove the engine. She had a superb junior campaign, averaging 13 points, 7 assist and 2½ steals. As a freshman, she averaged 9.5 points, 6 assists and 2 steals then hiked her numbers to 12 points a game, 6½ assists and 2½ steals during her soph season.

Rivers had three excellent win-loss records with Edgehill directing traffic. The Redwings were 24-3, 22-3, and 22-4, advancing into the Class A Independent School League (ISL) playoffs three times. “We were in the finals my freshman year, losing to Noble & Greenough, and got to the semifinals the last two seasons, losing both times to Tabor,’’ Edgehill said. “We’ve been near the top of the standings, but we’re in a league with Noble & Greenough, Tabor and Tilton, all powerful prep teams.’’

A three-time ISL all-star, Edgehill’s most memorable moment at Rivers occurred last year in the school’s Holiday Tournament. “We beat Philips Academy, Taft School and Northfield-

Maine) because of her leadership traits at point guard. She has excellent court awareness and knows how and where to pass the ball. “I like playing the point more than being on the wing,’’ she said. “At point guard you can control the tempo and make things happen. It’s a true leadership position. On the wing, you can’t be just a one-dimensional.’’

A capable three-point shooter, Edgehill, who was on three championship teams with the Rhode Island Breakers in AAU ball, chose BU because of a variety of factors.

“I like the city, and BU has felt like home,’’ she said. “The campus is non-traditional, but the sense of community is overwhelming. I was welcomed by the coaches and the players, and both coach Steding and her assistant, Cindy Blodgett, will be great to play for.’’

An honor-roll student, Edgehill has displayed excellence off the court, too. She’s worked as a volunteer for a cancer research non-profit organization, has

coached Special Olympic teams and worked for a program at Rivers that focuses on eliminating gun violence.

Edgehill is acutely aware that when she’s 100% healthy and ready to begin her freshman year with the Terriers that a transition period will start. “I know the college game will be a challenge,’’ she emphasized. “I’ll need to balance studies and athletics, and I know the players I’ll face will be stronger and quicker than those in high school.’’

Franklin High fans no doubt would have liked to have seen Edgehill in a Panthers’ uniform, but the 18-year-old senior, who

has lots of friends at FHS, believes her decision to play at Rivers was her best option. “I’ve achieved my goal of playing for a Division 1 college, and I’m pleased with the mix I got in athletics and academics,’’ Edgehill said.

Edgehill’s basketball savvy is high and her future coach likes that attribute. “Vanessa is a sharp-shooting guard who can drill the three and she’s got a high basketball IQ ,’’ Steding said. “She brings headiness to the game and she makes sure the ball gets to the right place.’’

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5 Things To Consider Before Expanding Your Home Homeowners who feel their homes are a little confined may be interested in expanding their homes to make them more comfortable and serviceable. Several questions may come to mind when homeowners are considering adding on to an existing home.

Expanding a home requires careful consideration. While the end results can be spectacular, expansion is typically a long and costly process that will impede on the lifestyles of a home’s inhabitants during the renovation process. Expect loud noises, work crews and sawdust throughout the project. Depending on which areas are being renovated, residents may feel their lives are in upheaval until the expansion project has been completed.

Familiarizing yourself with the expansion process and recognizing potential snags along the

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1. Many homeowners first consult with a contractor when mulling over expansions. However, you may want to speak with an architect first. He or she may be able to suggest renovations that fit with your neighborhood and appeal to prospective buyers when you decide to sell your home in the future.

2. Visit your building inspection or municipal office to learn the local regulations. You want to ensure that any renovations you make are done in keeping with safety codes and laws.

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