Franklin Community Newsletter

September,  2006

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Upcoming Events

Oct. 8   (2 pm)   Polka Dinner & Dance

October 15  (2 pm) FCCI Board Meeting  

(3 pm) Water Board Meeting

Oct. 19   (1 pm)  Lifelong Friends

June 23-24, “2007”  Centennial

We would like to extend our sympathies to the family of Andrew “Andy” Kmetz.  who was born and attended school in Franklin and passed away this past month.   We value the importance of all of our residents (past and present). 

FUNERAL DINNERS:  Call 347-4220 to make arrangements for using the facility for funeral dinners at no charge. 

CONTRIBUTORS: Tony & Ruth Zemlock, Elizabeth Strukel, Red Hat Ladies.  We are truly grateful for each and every donation and are blessed to have such wonderful residents and “friends”.  

HISTORICAL CONTRIBUTORS:  Chester “Clark” Fikes (WWII Medals); Tom Ales family and John Sarley family (Architectural Cast Iron Star that was on Franklin Grade/High School)

EDY‘s NEIGHBORHOOD SALUTE: :  Huge success.  We had a turnout of approximately 100 residents and friends.  Photos were taken and sent to the company for possible inclusion in their advertising.

POLKA DANCE & DINNER:  October 8  This will be a dinner and dance.   $10 per person.   Reservations must be made in advance to plan for the dinner.   Dance will be held from 2-5 pm.  Dinner immediately following.    Call 620-347-4220 and leave your name and phone # and someone will contact you or call 620-249-9333.  You may also send your check with the # of tickets needed and tickets can be picked up at the door.  Send your check made out to “FCCI” to FCCI, P. O. Box 43, Franklin, Ks. 66735.   Dinner will be catered by Schroeder’s Butchering.  Menu will include BBQ Beef, Sausage, Scalloped Potatoes, Baked Beans, Bread & butter,  and beverages. 

LIFELONG FRIENDS:   The September 21 program presented by Kevin Mitchelson, “Planning for your senior years…legal issues to consider”  was very informative and a lively discussion followed his presentation.  A fruit tray, refreshments and a variety of snacks were served.  The next meeting will be October 19. There will be no program.  It will be held from noon until 4 pm and will be a Halloween party.  Attendees may come in costume.  This will be a covered dish luncheon.  Each guest is to bring a covered dish.  Meat, bread and beverage will be provided.  COMMUNITY CENTER:  (Dianna Morrison 620-347-8807 or 620-249-2059)  Call for rental information.   .  

CRAWFORD COUNTY  RWD #7:   (Craig Stokes 620-347-8519)      The county is working on a plan to maintain a listing of all residents that have a tornado shelter and/or basement. The County's purpose is to check after a disaster to be sure that people aren't trapped due to debris that could hinder their exiting from the shelter or basement.  Future plans call for listing on a GPS map which would be available to all responding agencies. If you would like for your shelter to be on this map please contact Eldon Bedene at 620-724-8274.  For any water related problems please call Henry Ashbacher at 620-347-4070 or 620-249-2900. For any bookkeeping or billing problems please call Veda Maxwell at 620-347-4747. 

VETERANS DISPLAY:  Veterans photos continue to pour in.   This display is a wonderful tribute to those who have served our country.   Please send any photos of Franklin residents (past and present) who are or have been veterans.   Chester “Clark” Fikes, a former Franklin resident and WWII POW has donated a display of his military medals to the community center.  We are most thankful for his generous donation.   We are trying to obtain a grant to place another display case in the community center.   We are blessed to have so many people realize the importance of our heritage and the dedicated service these men gave to our country.  

VETERANS LUNCHEON:  We will be hosting a Veterans’ Luncheon on November 10 at noon at the Community Center.  If you know of a veteran who may enjoy attending please let us know. We plan to send invitations but would welcome any names to add to our list.  If you would be willing to help with this luncheon (serving, cooking, setting up, etc.)  please contact Marion at 347-8444.

CENTENNIAL:  June 23-24, 2007  This is shaping up to be a huge event. Volunteers will be needed for a variety of activities from parking to working booths, setting up, selling raffle tickets and much more. If you’d like to be a part of this celebration please call 620-249-9333 or 620-347-8387.   Brochures, entry forms and posters are being designed and this information will be available soon.  Some of the activities being planned are Polka Party, Bingo, Car Show, Arts & Crafts,  Antiques, Kids Tent, Ethnic Food, Horseshoe Tournament, Bocce Tournament, Photographer, Slide Shows, Historic Displays, Celebrity Auction, Raffle, Church Services, Era Dance Contest, and much more.  Lots of fun the entire weekend!!  Grand prize for the raffle will be $1,000 with many other cash and merchandise prizes.   Watch next month’s newsletter for much more information.  Items have already been coming in for the celebrity auction.  Prepare to attend this event.  Enter the dance contest, play bingo, visit the vendor booths, it’s going to be a week-end full of activities.  Think about planning your family or class reunion this week-end.  There will be lots to do for young and old alike.  Visit the website for the latest news on the event.  We are still seeking corporate sponsorship for the event. If you have a business or know of someone who may be interested please call 620-249-9333 and a sponsorship packet will be sent to them. 

VOLUNTEERS:   New volunteers are always welcome. Thanks to those who have volunteered and are helping with a variety of events and activities.  Your help is greatly appreciated.  Contact any board member if you’d like to volunteer.

We are asking that everyone take a moment to consider what they can do to help make Franklin a great place to call home.   Please circle areas you are willing to help with and return the form along with your water bill or mail it to FCCI, P. O. Box 43, Franklin, Ks. 66735. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

Stuff Envelopes

Occasional office work

Typing

Fund Raising

Help with Centennial

Organize Youth Programs

Clean Community Center

Set up/take down tables (as needed)

Park maintenance and upkeep

Water Plants & Shrubs

Work in Garden Area (pull weeds, etc.

Cut grass and/or trim weeds

Help with dances (set up, clean up, help in kitchen, take tickets at door, sell tickets, etc.)

Electrical

Plumbing

Cooking

I am unable to volunteer but am willing to pledge $____ each month to help.  ($5, $10, $20, etc.)

I would like to make a one time donation of  $_____ to help with maintenance and upkeep of our facilities.

Name:  ___________________________

Phone #: __________________________

Email: ____________________________

FCCI DIRECTORS:

Robert Craig Stokes, 620-347-8519 Henry Ashbacher, 620-347-4070

Margaret Kennedy, 620-347-4358

Norine Laird, 620-347-4453

Frances OBlak, 620-347-4312

Ray Hamblin, 620-347-4228

Ted Wynn, 620-347-4040

Mary Ann Hamblin,  620-347-8411

Marilyn Smardo, 620-347-4118

WATER BOARD DIRECTORS:

Craig Stokes, 620-347-8519

Jim Rhuems, 620-347-3498

Doris Morlock, 620-347-4958

Ray Hamblin,  620-347-4228

Jerry Wayman,  620-347-4829