In Other News

Workin' on the Railroad...and in the Factory -- a miniature glimpse of  Old Franklin

It's 1932 again in Franklin -- at least at the Historical Museum, 80 West Central Street, where a series of large dioramas, representing thousands of hours of labor, provide a jaw-dropping look at Franklin as it was in the depths of the Great Depression.  Ribbon cutting and refreshments at 10 am-- open until 1 and then on display during regular hours through the end of January, Saturdays 10 to 1 and Sundays 1-4. The exhibit is free but donations are always appreciated. If enough volunteers can be scheduled, the museum will also be open from 1-5 each day from Dec. 26 to Dec. 31. Watch the website for updates.  And don't forget the Museum Store, with all kinds of Franklin-themed gift items!

And, Right Next Door...

At the Franklin United Methodist Church, Ali Rheaume is having a pop-up shop and artist meet-and-greet this Saturday, Dec. 6th, from 10-11:30am at  82 West Central St) along with her friend Samantha who will be selling (non-fragrant) flowers.  The location is requested to be fragrance free and is also a site for  collecting donations of new or used coats and clothing for the Community Closet.

Mass Fiscal Cites ISO Numbers 

According to the Mass Fiscal Alliance, according to ISO-New England’s updated energy mix, on yesterday's frigid Friday morning, natural gas was supplying 42 percent of the region’s electricity, nuclear 21 percent, imported gas contributed 13 percent, and oil another 12 percent, for a total of 88 percent. Solar contributed just 2.72 percent and wind only 1.84 percent.  The point, according to the political group, is that costly public investments in alternative fuels haven't delivered -- except in the form of higher bills.