Events Calendar

• 9/04/10 - Make the Move! Greater Franklin Area Walking Guide Challenge
  Enjoy one of the most popular walking spots on the walking guide. Park and meet at the Franklin Falls Dam parking lot on route 127 in Franklin. Walk this mile and a half route out to the end of the dam and back. Learn about other trail routes accessible at this site.



• 9/07/10 - Hip Hop
  The Hip Hop Team will learn a two and a half minute routine that includes tricks, jumps, body isolations, rhythm, and musical interpretation. This routine will be performed at competitions in NH and New England. Who: All Ages When: Tuesdays - 6:30pm - 8:00pm Where: Proulx Center Fee: $40.00 (Resident) / $50.00 (Late/Non-resident) - one time registration fee—includes first months fee $15.00 monthly fee / $20 (non-resident) - waived if also enrolled in Mini or Senior Cheer (additional fees may apply for uniform and competition fees)



• 9/11/10 - Jimmy Dunn Comes to the Middle
  From his regular Red Sox pre-game appearances to hosting NESN's Fan Attic, Jimmy Dunn is a stand-up kind of guy with the Sox appeal you've been searching for. Whether sharing a jail cell with Matt Damon in Stuck on You or appearing on Comedy Central and Jimmy Kimmel Live, his high-profile humor is sure to hit one out of the park!



• 9/12/10 - Adult Recreation
  The Franklin Parks and Recreation Department will be holding a gym and game night for adults with special needs. This environment will encourage socialization as well as physical activity for each participant. Some of the activities will include (but not limited to) basketball, kickball, floor hockey, pool, and ping-pong. When: Sundays September 12th - October 24th Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm Where: Proulx Center Fee: $15.00 (Resident) / $20.00 (Late/Non-resident) Registration Deadline: One week prior to session start date - Must Pre-register at the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department



• 9/13/10 - 3rd & 4th Grade Soccer
  Youths will be divided into traveling teams and play other area recreation teams on Saturdays. Skill development, team play, and sportsmanship are stressed. Who: Grades 3rd & 4th When: Mondays & Wednesdays September 13th - October 30th Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm Where: Odell Park Fee: $20.00 (Resident) / $30.00 (Late/Non-resident) per session Registration Deadline: One week prior to session start date - Must Pre-register at the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department



• 9/13/10 - Field Hockey
  Youths will meet for instruction and informal games. Emphasis will be placed on fundamentals, skill development, team play, and sportsmanship are stressed. Who: Grades 3rd - 6th When: Mondays & Wednesdays September 13th - October 30th Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm Where: Daniell Park Fee: $20.00 (Resident) / $30.00 (Late/Non-resident) per session Registration Deadline: One week prior to session start date - Must Pre-register at the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department



• 9/13/10 - Kids in Motion
  Join the Parks and Recreation staff in a variety of different physical activity games including basketball, soccer, tag games and more. Each day will be a different activity. Who: K - 5th grade When: Session 1: September 13th - October 18th Session 2: October 25th - November 29th Time: Mondays - 5:30pm - 6:30pm Wednesdays - 6:30pm - 7:30pm Where: Proulx Center Fee: FREE Registration Deadline: One week prior to session start date - Must Pre-register at the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department



• 9/13/10 - McDonalds in Franklin Benefit Night
  Have dinner at McDonalds—20% of food sales during this time will directly benefit our community…No ticket needed!



• 9/13/10 - Toddler Time
  The Franklin Recreation Department offers a way for parents and young children to have social interaction with other children and their parents. If the weather is nice we will be doing activities outside. Balls, mats, mini hoops, and other equipment and toys will be provided for children to play with. Parental Supervision is required. Who: Ages 1-5 When: Session 1: September 13th - October 18th Session 2: October 25th - November 29th Time: AM Session: Mondays - 10:00am - 11:00am PM Session: Mondays - 4:30pm - 5:30pm Where: Proulx Center Fee: $15.00 (Resident) / $20.00 (Late/Non-resident) per 6 week session Registration Deadline: One week prior to session start date - Must Pre-register at the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department



• 9/14/10 - Adult Tennis Lessons
  Tennis Lessons are offered through the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department. This six week program will teach participants the rules of tennis, as well as provide technique based instruction. Who: Adults 15+ When: Mondays & Wednesdays September 14th - October 21st Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm Where: Odell Park Tennis Courts Fee: $20.00 (Resident) / $25.00 (Non-Resident) Registration Deadline: One week prior to session start date - Must Pre-register at the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department



• 9/14/10 - Fused Glass Class
  Discover how easy it is to create amazingly wonderful pieces when you work with a material as gorgeous as glass. This class gives you the practical experience to complete fused glass artwork. Choose from many beautiful colors and learn to create small flat and slumped glass pieces. Each attendee receives personal instruction to create and take home several glass projects including sun catchers, pendants, earrings, pins, etc. Topics covered: tool use, glass cutting, preparation for firing and fusing characteristics of glass. When: Tuesdays Session I: September 14th - October 19th Session II: October 26th - November 30th Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm Where: Proulx Center Fee: $55.00 (Resident) / $60.00 (Late/Non-resident) Registration Deadline: One week prior to session start date - Must Pre-register at the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department



• 9/14/10 - Iddy Biddy Ballet
  A fun and lively class that enhances coordination, musicality and creativity. Children will learn the basic concepts of dance, perfecting weight transfers and balance, while working on their improvisation and cooperation skills within a group. Children will learn through games, routines and repetitive movement. Who: Ages 2 - 6 years When: Tuesdays - Session I: September 14th - October 19th Session II: October 26th - November 30th Time: 11:25am - 11:55am Where: Dance Inspirations Studio—340 Central Street Fee: $25.00 (Resident) / $30.00 (Late/Non-resident) per 6 week session Registration Deadline: One week prior to session start date - Must Pre-register at the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department



• 9/14/10 - Tennis Lessons
  Tennis Lessons are offered through the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department. This six week program will teach participants the rules of tennis, as well as provide technique based instruction. Who: Ages 5– 15 When: Mondays & Wednesdays September 14th - October 21st Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm Where: Odell Park Tennis Courts Fee: $20.00 (Resident) / $25.00 (Non-Resident) Registration Deadline: One week prior to session start date - Must Pre-register at the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department



• 9/14/10 - Tumbling Tykes
  Learn the basics of tumbling in this six week course. Your child will learn forward rolls, bridges and cartwheels. This class is intended to improve your child's self-esteem and love of exercise through gymnastics. Who: Ages 2 - 6 years When: Tuesdays - Session I: September 14th - October 19th Session II: October 26th - November 30th Time: 10:45am - 11:15am Where: Dance Inspirations Studio—340 Central Street Fee: $25.00 (Resident) / $30.00 (Non-resident) per 6 week session Registration Deadline: One week prior to session start date - Must Pre-register at the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department



• 9/15/10 - Clay Sculpture Class
  This class will help you create one or more works of art in clay that you can be proud of. Class is appropriate for beginning students with no prior sculpture or artistic experience. The class will cover personal instruction of throwing on the potters wheel and hand built clay sculpture. Students will learn a variety of techniques with easy-to-follow instructions. All students will have the opportunity to use a potters wheel. Students can create anything from functional dinnerware to a fun sculpture for the garden. All materials and firing included. When: Wednesdays Session I: September 15th - October 20th Session II: October 27th - December 1st Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Where: Proulx Center Fee: $50.00 (Resident) / $55.00 (Late/Non-resident) Registration Deadline: One week prior to session start date - Must Pre-register at the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department



• 9/15/10 - Flag Football
  Players will be divided into teams in junior (1st – 3rd grade) and senior (4th -6th grade) divisions. Emphasis will be placed on fundamentals and skill development. Flag Football offers non-contact continuous action while using minimal equipment. Who: Grades 1st - 6th When: Tuesdays & Thursdays - September 15th - October 29th Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm Where: Odell Park Fee: $20.00 (Resident) / $30.00 (Late/Non-resident) Registration Deadline: One week prior to session start date - Must Pre-register at the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department



• 9/15/10 - Model Air Craft Lessons
  Join the Winnipesaukee Radio Controllers and learn how to fly model air crafts. Bring your own model aircraft and the Winnipesaukee Radio Controllers will offer basic instruction on flying your air craft. If you do not have an aircraft and are interested in the lessons, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department for a discounted aircraft. Who: Ages 5 - Adult (must be accompanied by an adult if under 16) When: Wednesdays Session I: September 15th - October 20th Session II: October 27th - December 1st Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm Where: Proulx Center Fee: $10.00 (Resident) / $15.00 (Late/Non-resident) per session Registration Deadline: One week prior to session start date - Must Pre-register at the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department



• 9/16/10 - Archery Lessons
  The Franklin Parks and Recreation Department in conjunction with the New England School of Archery will be offering a 4 week session of Archery lessons. Lessons are for any age and any skill level. All equipment needed will be provided. Who: Ages 6- Adult When: Thursdays Session I: September 16, 23, 30, October 7 Session II: October 14, 21, 28, November 4 Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm Where: Proulx Center Fee: $40.00 (Resident) / $50.00 (Late/Non-resident) per session Registration Deadline: One week prior to session start date - Must Pre-register at the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department



• 9/17/10 - Middle School Dance
  Are you in 5th—8th Grade and looking for a night out? The Odell Park Centennial Committee, the Rec Cheer Team and the Franklin Parks and Recreation Booster Club will be hosting Dances. There will be a concession stand available. When: Friday, September 17th - 7th and 8th graders only Friday, October 1st - 5th - 8th grade Friday, October 29th - 5th and 6th graders only Friday, November 12th - 5th - 8th grade Friday, November 19th - 7th and 8th graders only Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Where: Proulx Center Fee: $5.00 per student



• 9/18/10 - K-2nd Grade Soccer
  Youths will meet for instruction and informal games. Emphasis will be placed on fundamentals and skill development. Who: Grades K - 2nd When: Saturdays September 18th - October 23rd Time: Kindergarten - 10:00am - 10:45am 1st Grade - 11:00am - 11:45am 2nd Grade - 12:00am - 12:45pm Where: Odell Park Fee: $20.00 (Resident) / $30.00 (Late/Non-resident) Registration Deadline: One week prior to session start date - Must Pre-register at the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department



• 9/18/10 - Pre-School Soccer
  Pre-school soccer will offer a time of interaction for children and their parents. These children will be introduced to basic soccer skills as well as a variety of fun games. All children must be accompanied by an adult, and the adult must stay through the entire class. Who: Ages 3-5 When: Saturdays September 18th - October 23rd Time: 9:00am - 9:45am Where: Odell Park Fee: $15.00 (Resident) / $20.00 (Late/Non-resident) per session Registration Deadline: One week prior to session start date - Must Pre-register at the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department



• 9/20/10 - Cheerleading
  Athletes will learn jumps, tumbling, stunts, motion technique, a pyramid, and a dance. These skills will be incorporated into a routine that will be taken to competitions in New Hampshire and New England. Competitions require additional fees. No previous experience is necessary. Mini Cheer Who: Ages 4 - 8 When: Wednesdays & Fridays - 4:30pm - 6:30pm Senior Cheer Who: Ages 9 - 18 When: Tuesdays & Thursdays - 4:00pm - 6:30pm Where: Proulx Center Fee: $40.00 (Resident) / $50.00 (Late/Non-resident) - one time registration fee—includes first months fee $15.00 monthly fee / $20 (non-resident) (additional fees apply for shoes, bloomers and competition fees) Registration Deadline: Open Enrollment until October 1st—SPACE IS LIMITED



• 9/24/10 - The Music of Simon & Garfunkel
  The music of Simon & Garfunkel performed by A.J. Swearingen and Jonathan Beedle. Praised as a "high-class, high-quality representation of the Simon and Garfunkel catalog of music," Swearingen and Beedle will transport you back in time. To purchase tickets goto www.TheMiddleNH.org or call 934-1901. Mention promo code FHS and get $3 off your ticket purchase. $22 in advance (plus $1.50 ticket fee). $25 at the door.



• 9/27/10 - 5th Annual Choose Franklin Candidate's Forum
  The Choose Franklin organization has had four years of success bringing candidates together to inform constituents of their thoughts at the annual Candidate's Forum. All community members are invited to attend this year's Candidate's Forum to hear the views of our next potential members of the Franklin City Council and School Board. This year, the 5th Annual candidate's Forum will be held on Monday, September 27th at the Franklin City Hall / Franklin Opera House at 7:00 p.m. with doors opening for candidate "Meet & Greet" time at 6:30 p.m.

• 10/01/10 - Adult Cheerleading
  Learn a basic cheer routine, including jumps, stunts, a pyramid, a cheer and a dance with help from the kids and perform this routine for fun and at competitions in NH and New England. Who: Ages 18+ When: Thursdays - 6:30pm - 8:00pm Where: Proulx Center Fee: $40.00 (Resident) / $50.00 (Late/Non-resident) - one time registration fee Registration Deadline: Open enrollment until October 1st



• 10/01/10 - Middle School Dance
  Are you in 5th—8th Grade and looking for a night out? The Odell Park Centennial Committee, the Rec Cheer Team and the Franklin Parks and Recreation Booster Club will be hosting Dances. There will be a concession stand available. When: Friday, September 17th - 7th and 8th graders only Friday, October 1st - 5th - 8th grade Friday, October 29th - 5th and 6th graders only Friday, November 12th - 5th - 8th grade Friday, November 19th - 7th and 8th graders only Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Where: Proulx Center Fee: $5.00 per student



• 10/02/10 - Make the Move! Greater Franklin Area Walking Guide Challenge
  Join members of the Winnipesaukee River Trail Association for a scenic walk on Winnipesaukee River Trail. Park and meet at Trestle View Park in downtown Franklin. Two walk lengths will be offered, a 2.2 mile route and a 6.2 mile route. This event will conclude the Walking Guide Challenge.



• 10/05/10 - Franklin City Elections
  Voting is open from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on the day of elections. Ward I residents vote at Thompson Hall; the Ward I area is comprised of all residents in West Franklin using nature’s Pemigewasset & Merrimack Rivers as a boundary line. Some general guidelines for voters at the Franklin City Hall in Ward II are: boundaries run on the west side of Prospect Street, Central Street to Sanborn Street, up to Babbit Road and down to the Pemigewasset River. Residents of Ward III reside within the remainder of the city and vote at the Franklin Middle School. Residents are encouraged to register to vote at the polls on Election Day or at Franklin City Hall until 10 days before the election; this year, voter registration deadline at City Hall is September 20th. Absentee ballots are requested in person or in writing: City Clerk, City of Franklin, 316 Central Street, Franklin, NH 03235. For complete voter information, including a map of the Wards, visit the City of Franklin web site at www.franklinnh.org, click on "Departments" then "City Clerk". Or call Franklin City Hall at 934-3109.



• 10/05/10 - Storytime
  The Franklin Public Library invites you To join the Children's Librarian for story time and crafts. Who: Children of all ages from any town When: Tuesdays - 9:30am / Thursdays - 9:30am Where: Franklin Public Library—310 Central Street Fee: FREE



• 10/10/10 - Disney Get Out & Play Family Ski Tour
  Go to Gunstock Mountain Resort for music, giveaways, sampling, and more from Radio Disney! Games for kids include Jump Freeze, Snow Angel, and Hula Hoop contests, Ski Boot Twister, Disney movie and music trivia, Pass the Mickey, and on-mountain search and finds! 603-293-4341 Location: Cherry Valley Rd. Gilford, NH Click for more info: www.gunstock.com



• 10/29/10 - Middle School Dance
  Are you in 5th—8th Grade and looking for a night out? The Odell Park Centennial Committee, the Rec Cheer Team and the Franklin Parks and Recreation Booster Club will be hosting Dances. There will be a concession stand available. When: Friday, September 17th - 7th and 8th graders only Friday, October 1st - 5th - 8th grade Friday, October 29th - 5th and 6th graders only Friday, November 12th - 5th - 8th grade Friday, November 19th - 7th and 8th graders only Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Where: Proulx Center Fee: $5.00 per student



• 10/30/10 - Family Halloween Party
  The Franklin Parks and Recreation Department will be participating in the Family Halloween Party at the TRIP Center on Saturday, October 30th beginning at 12:30pm. This party will consist of games and fun for everyone. There is no fee and no registration needed for this event.



• 10/31/10 - Adult Pick Up Basketball
  Open basketball night for those 18 and over interested in participating in pick-up basketball games. Women’s Pick-Up Basketball - 4:00pm-5:30pm 40+ Basketball - 5:30pm-7:00pm Men’s Pick-Up Basketball 7:00pm – 9:00pm When: Sundays - October 31st - April 18th Where: Proulx Center Fee: $2.00 (Resident) /$3.00 (Non-Resident) per day - max $20.00

• 11/12/10 - Middle School Dance
  Are you in 5th—8th Grade and looking for a night out? The Odell Park Centennial Committee, the Rec Cheer Team and the Franklin Parks and Recreation Booster Club will be hosting Dances. There will be a concession stand available. When: Friday, September 17th - 7th and 8th graders only Friday, October 1st - 5th - 8th grade Friday, October 29th - 5th and 6th graders only Friday, November 12th - 5th - 8th grade Friday, November 19th - 7th and 8th graders only Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Where: Proulx Center Fee: $5.00 per student



• 11/19/10 - Middle School Dance
  Are you in 5th—8th Grade and looking for a night out? The Odell Park Centennial Committee, the Rec Cheer Team and the Franklin Parks and Recreation Booster Club will be hosting Dances. There will be a concession stand available. When: Friday, September 17th - 7th and 8th graders only Friday, October 1st - 5th - 8th grade Friday, October 29th - 5th and 6th graders only Friday, November 12th - 5th - 8th grade Friday, November 19th - 7th and 8th graders only Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Where: Proulx Center Fee: $5.00 per student