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Thank you Dr. Jon Ceander Mitchell
The premier of the chamber opera Mary Anning: Fossil Hunter took place in Franklin on June 9th. The opera, composed by area resident Dr. Jon Ceander Mitchell, tells the true story of a 19th century woman from coastal England whose work to collect fossils to help support her family became a life-long passion. She made many significant discoveries, but was denied credit by the scientific community because of her gender, lack of formal education and social status. Mitchell, a retired music professor, composed the opera during the pandemic. It is the culmination of years of research undertaken with his son, David.
The performance included five soloists, an 8-piece chamber orchestra conducted by Luis Viquez, and a dozen members of the Greater Milford Community Chorus. It took place at the First Universalist Society of Franklin before a receptive audience of about 80 people. The opera was further enhanced by a brief pre-performance lecture by paleontologist David Fastovsky about the science and intellectual climate of the times.
The performance was supported in part by Cultural Investment Funds from the Mass Cultural Council through the Franklin Cultural District Committee.
(Photo credit K. Botelho)
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Thank you. The Night of the Arts at Kennedy Elementary School and Parmenter Elementary School... a Celebration!
Faculty, staff and students from Parmenter and Kennedy Elementary Schools are grateful for the Cultural Investment Funds from the Mass Cultural Council and the Franklin Cultural District Committee. They enjoyed two beautiful event nights and the special performance was a huge success with a great turnout at both schools. Mary MacMurray, music faculty member at both schools, helped to coordinate and implement the Night of the Arts. The JFK School logo is a gentle reminder that this is the school behind the recognition of the Ladybug as the official state insect. (Photo credit M. MacMurray)
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Dean College Announces Formation of the
Schools of Performing Arts
Shared by Dean College. Dean College is thrilled to announce the creation of the Schools of Performing Arts, a dynamic and innovative institution that merges the best elements of the School of the Arts and the Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance. This groundbreaking school will be under the esteemed leadership of Interim Dean, Jim Beauregard, a highly respected 30-year veteran of the Dean faculty, and Interim Assistant Dean, Stephen Tracey-Ursprung, whose commitment to academic excellence and student engagement is unparalleled.
“I am excited to serve as the Interim Dean of the Schools of Performing Arts at Dean,” said Jim Beauregard. “This unique convergence of talents is designed to provide a multifaceted, interdisciplinary approach to performing arts education, offering our students the flexibility to explore and refine their passions with professional rigor. The new Schools of Performing Arts will harness the synergies of theatre, dance, music and arts management into one cohesive unit.”
Select Dean for more information about Dean College and the Schools of Performing Arts.
Source: Stephanie Hoyt, Communications Manager, Dean College.
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Once again the Cultural Newsletter opens with Thank you: to Dr. Jon Ceander Mitchell for Mary Anning: Fossil Hunter and to Mary MacMurray for Night of the Arts. We also congratulate Jim Beauregard, Interim Dean, and Stephen Tracey-Ursprung, Interim Assistant Dean, for their leadership of the newly established Schools of Performing Arts at Dean College.
The upcoming week overflows with opportunities including charcuterie at The Little Shop, knitting and a Zoom author Q & A at the Library, Board games at Pete's Nerd Emporium, and Music Games at Teddy Gallagher's. Live Music happens at 3 Restaurant, The Farmers Market, Raillery Public House, and THE BLACK BOX. La CantinaWinery is the location of a fundraiser for FHS Football and Steve's Pan Mass Challenge Bike Ride. Saturday, Celebrate with Pride at Franklin Pride Day on the Town Common. Earlier in the day, join the fun of the Summer Reading Kick-Off at the Franklin Library. The Franklin Mill Store, Creative Corner Art Center, and Fairmont Fruit Farm share information about some of their summer programs. Take a moment to read more about these opportunities and others in this week's Cultural Wednesday newsletter.
We want to hear from you. Over the next several weeks, the Cultural Wednesday newsletter will feature programs and projects that happened during FY2024. Additionally, the newsletter will highlight the arts and culture summer 2024 happenings in Franklin. If you have arts and culture news to share, kindly send to: pcarluccifranklinculture@gmail.com Thank you.
Arts Happen in the Cultural District!
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This Week in the Cultural District and Beyond | |
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Wednesday, June 19, 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Charcuterie, An Evening of Food, Wine and DYI at The Little Shop. Missa Capozzo, a renowned expert in the world of wines, is teaming up with The Little Shop of Olive Oils for an exciting new event that promises to delight the senses of food and wine enthusiasts alike. SOLD OUT. A 21+ event. A Ticketed event. Select Shop to learn about upcoming events. The Little Shop is located at 5 Main Street.
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Thursday, June 20, 5:00pm to 7:00pm, Board Game Night at Pete's Nerd Emporium. Every Thursday night. Select Game for more information. Pete's Nerd Emporium is located at 10 Main Street.
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Thursday, June 20, 6:00pm to 9:00pm, Wine Night Fundraising Event to Support Franklin High School Football Team at La Cantina Winery. Ticketed event. Ticket price incudes one drink and one raffle ticket. Live entertainment by Franklin's Jamie Barrett. Select Football for La Cantina FB page for more information and advance ticket purchase. Tickets available at the door. La Cantina Winery located at 230 Cottage Street.
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Thursday, June 20, 6:30pm to 9:00pm, Live Music by Kevin Herchen at Raillery Public House. Select Raillery for information about this restaurant. Raillery is located at 280 Franklin Village Drive.
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Thursday, June 20, 7:00pm, Author and Moderated Q & A with Mercury Stardust via Zoom through the Franklin Public Library. From TikTok stardom to full-blown author, join us virtually over zoom as we welcome famous Trans handywoman, Mercury Stardust! The Franklin Public Library, in conjunction with 50+ other libraries state-wide, is proud to present an author talk & moderated Q&A! You may join the Zoom on your own or come to the Library and participate in the Zoom with others in the Library's large meeting room. Select Library to register for Zoom or QR square on flyer pictured. The Library is located at 118 Main Street.
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Thursday, June 20, 9:00pm Live Music by Tom Abbott at 3 Restaurant. New England’s newest singer-songwriter is at the forefront of the anti-folk sonic revival. Influenced by indie rock legends Neutral Milk Hotel and singer-songwriter Andy Shauf, Tom Abbott creates an immersive folk-punk experience for youthful rockers to enjoy. Select 3 for information. 3 Restaurant is located at 461 West Central St.
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Friday, June 21, 10:00am to 12:00pm Knitting at the Franklin Public Library. Love to knit or crochet? Join our group of local fiber artists who will be meeting in the Friends of the Franklin Library Community Room. Select Library for information. Located 118 Main Street.
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Friday, June 21, 1:00pm to 3:00pm, Paint-Teens! at Franklin Public Library. Teens! Join Miss Lily and create your very own step-by-step painting of a beautiful landscape! Best fit for teens ages 12+! All materials will be provided. Registation Required! Select the QR square on the flyer pictured to register. Library, 118 Main Street.
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Friday, June 21 at 7:30pm, Electric Youth Bon Voyage Concert at THE BLACK BOX. Electric Youth 2024 returns to THE BLACK BOX for their Bon Voyage Concert, sponsored by 1776 Financial with special guests Future Shock! Ticketed event. Offering high-powered family entertainment with music for all ages! Backed by an eight-piece band of world-class musicians, EY delivers high-energy music, including contemporary pop, classic rock and country hits. Select Electric for ticket purchase and information. THE BLACK BOX is located at 15 West Central Street.
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Friday, June 21, 9:00pm Live Music by K.O. Trio in the bar/lounge at 3 Restaurant. The K.O. Trio brings an eclectic mix of jazz and pop tunes covering Ell Fitzgerald, Diana Krall, Norah Jones, Sade, and Chaka Kahn, to name but a few.
Kymberlee O’Brien is a jazz vocalist and percussionist who hails originally from California, where she performed in world-class jazz clubs along the Pacific Coast Highway, including La Jolla, Santa Barbara, and San Francisco. Jim McCue is a local talented gent who is a versatile guitarist and bass player; and a sideman who plays in various bands/duos in the area. Paul Hoogeveen is a multi-instrumentalist who has performed in nightclubs and at special events throughout New England since the 1980s. Select 3 for more information. 3 Restaurant is located at 461 West Central Street.
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June 22, 10:00am to 11:00am, Goat Yoga at Fairmount Fruit Farm. Ticketed event. Goat yoga is back! Join us and our baby goats for a fun session of yoga. Newbies and yogis welcome! $37pp Select Farm for registration. Fairmount Fruit Farm is located at 887 Lincoln St.
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Saturday, June 22, 10:00am to 1:00pm, Franklin Historical Museum. The Franklin Historical Museum continues he Bridal Gown Exhibit, Something Old and Something New! FREE. Select Museum for additional information about this event. The Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central Street.
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Saturday, June 22, 10:30am to 2:30pm, Kick Off to Summer Reading at the Franklin Public Library. Join us for an epic Day of summer fun! Sign up for our FREE summer reading program and enjoy: mini golf, Game Stations, Crafts, Balloons, Temporary Tattoos, Children’s Museum of Franklin Pop-Up Exhibits (weather permitting) AND MORE! Select Library for information. The Library is located at 118 Main Street.
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Saturday, June 22, 12:00pm to 4:00pm Franklin Pride Day on the Franklin Town Common. Rain date June 23, also 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Booths, entertainment, crafts, and games. We could use your support for event set-up, post-event breakdown, check-in table, tye dye, craft tables, and lawn games. Even just an hour helps! Are you an organization looking to participate in the event?
Click here to request space
Click here to sign-up to volunteer on June 22nd
Click here to sign-up to volunteer on the June 23rd rain date
Amy Adams will be at Celebrate with Pride, capturing the spirit of Pride in real time with her amazing painting!
The Franklin Art Association will have a booth and fundraiser at Celebrate with Pride ... a "Clothesline Sale" featuring donated, unframed, 8" by 10" art and photography for $20 each.
Any questions? Please email us at franklinlgbtqalliance@gmail.com
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Saturday, June 22 at 7:30pm, Electric Youth Bon Voyage Concert at THE BLACK BOX. Electric Youth 2024 returns to THE BLACK BOX for their Bon Voyage Concert, sponsored by 1776 Financial with special guests Future Shock! Ticketed event. Select Electric for ticket purchase and information. THE BLACK BOX is located at 15 West Central Street.
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Saturday, June 22, 8:00pm to 11:00pm, Karaoke, Every Saturday Night, at Raillery Public House. Select Raillery for information. Raillery Public House is located at 280 Franklin Village Drive.
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Sunday, June 23, 1:00pm to 4:00pm, Franklin Historical Museum. Enjoy the Bridal Gown exhibit. Doors open at 1:00pm. FREE admission. Select Museum for information. The Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central Street.
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Sunday, June 23, 1:00pm to 3:00pm Musical Bingo at Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub. Select Teddy for information. Located at 30 Main Street.
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Sunday, June 23, 2:00pm to 6:00pm 2nd Annual Fundraiser at the Winery to Support Steve's Pan Mass Challenge Bike Ride. Ticketed Event. Select Bike to purchase tickets and for more information. La Cantina Winery is located at 230 Cottage Street.
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Monday, June 24, at the Franklin Senior Center
9:30am, Italian Novel Reading
Select Senior for information about this and other activities. The Senior Center is located at 10 Daniel McCahill St.
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Monday, June 24, 4:00pm to 7:00pm Cruise Night at Sierra's Brick Oven Pizza. Join us at Sierra's Brick Oven Pizza, Franklin every Monday from May 6 to October 28, for a FREE and fun Cruise Night right here in the town of Franklin! Sponsored by Tri-County Regional Chamber, Franklin Observer and Communities Matter!
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Tuesday, June 25, at Franklin Senior Center
1:30pm Cooking Class: Soups
2:30pm Rainbow Cafe
Contact the office at the Senior Center to register for these opportunities.Select Senior for activity information.
The Franklin Senior Center is located at 10 Daniel McCahill St.
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Friday, June 28, 8:00pm, THE BLACK BOX Sings ... Waitress, THE BLACK BOX Under the Stars. Starring Emily Koch (Broadway’s Waitress, WICKED, Kimberly Akimbo) and Jim Hogan (Waitress on tour, Broadway’s Kimberly Akimbo) with Ali Funkhouser, April Lisette, Dan Callaway, Robbie Rescigno, Nick Paone, and an ensemble of Franklin Performing Arts Company favorites. Join TBB for a celebration of the beloved Sara Bareilles score.
Table seating and general seating are available. In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved inside.
Modeled after the popular cabaret series “54 Sings” at Feinstein’s/54 Below in NYC, THE BLACK BOX continues THE BLACK BOX Sings… Series this summer. The series celebrates the music of musicals, composers, and artists sung by Franklin Performing Arts Company favorites. Select Waitress for ticketing. Located 15 West Central Street.
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Art Summer Camp at Creative Corner Art Studio. Availability in certain weeks. Select Creative to learn more about Summer Camps and other art programs. Creative Corner Art Studio is located at 13 Main Street. | |
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Spaces available
in our Beginner Sewing Camp
(Beginning Sewists with little to no experience)
Learn the basics of sewing on a machine. Using the fabric of your choice, create a pillowcase, reversible tote bag, wallet and PJ shorts.
By the end of the week you’ll be a great sewist!! Appropriate for all students ages 8-16. (Campers MUST be 8 by April 1st 2024).
$295.00 includes all supplies, including a basic sewing kit. A few spaces remain in weeks beginning July 8, 15 and 22. Call 508-528-3301. The Mill Store s located at 305 Union St.
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Wednesday July 3 to Sunday, July 7, Franklin 42nd Annual 4th of July Celebration on the Town Common. Music, Food, Rides and more! Select Celebration for more information.
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Farmers in Training at Fairmount Fruit Farm, five weeks of 3-day programs, 8:30am to 12:30pm beginning July 9. For ages 5 - 10. Ticketed event. Through crafts, games, and outdoor hands-on activities, participants experience the world of farming.Select Farmer for information and ticketing. Fairmount Fruit Farm is located at 887 Lincoln Street.
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Tuesday, July 9 and Thursday, July 11, 7:00pm to 10:00pm, Summer Mens Basketball, offered by Lifelong Community Learning. Ending August 13 and August 15. Have fun, stay in shape, and compete playing a sport you love! Ticketed event. Choose Men's Basketball to register. Location: Annie Sullivan M.S., 500 Lincoln Street.
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Wednesday, July 10, 6:30pm, Charcuterie Cup Workshop at La Cantina Winery. Would you like to learn the art of charcuterie in a cup ? Join Us for a Delightful Experience! Ticketed event. Red Apron Charcuterie is thrilled to announce a special Charcuterie Cup Workshop. This hands-on workshop is perfect for anyone looking to elevate their summer parties with stunning and delicious charcuterie cups. Tickets: https://lacantinawinery.square.site. Located 230 Cottage St.
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Partnering with Franklin Matters @https://www.franklinmatters.org sharing information about what matters in Franklin. Visit Franklin Matters for Franklin information.
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Franklin Cultural District Committee
Amy Adams, Katherine Botelho,
Pandora Carlucci, Sue Cass, Patrick Conlan,
John LoPresti, Roberta Trahan
Next meeting 7:00pm. July 13 at Franklin Historical Museum and on Zoom.
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