What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, October 23, 2026 ???

Friday, October 23

Get your spot for the FHS Theatre Company Boosters November Calendar Raffle

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/10/get-your-spot-for-fhs-theatre-company.html

8:00am Early voting (Town Clerk's Office)

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

2:00pm Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)

4:00pm 7th Annual Pumpkin Patch (St John's Episcopal Church)

7:30pm Disney’s Frozen (THE BLACK BOX)

For additional details on Library events -> https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

For additional details on Senior Center events ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/11022/October-2026-Newsletter?bidId=

*** NO Town Meetings today ***

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Find the full Community event calendar https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication: https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Town meeting calendar is found https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx

The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar

Franklin 250 invites seniors to share memories, ideas for 250th anniversary

The Franklin 250th Anniversary Celebration Committee will host a senior listening session Monday, October 26, at 10 AM at the Franklin Senior Center, inviting senior residents to share memories, offer ideas and provide feedback as the town prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary in 2028.

The listening session is part of the committee's effort to involve residents in planning a celebration that reflects Franklin's past, present and future. Participants are encouraged to share their experiences, discuss local traditions and suggest activities or programs they would like to see included in the anniversary celebration.

The session is not a fundraising event. Its purpose is to gather community input and hear directly from residents about what makes Franklin special to them.

"Our seniors represent the best of Franklin. They have been dedicated volunteers and community participants for years. They are valued and respected," said Roberta Trahan, chair of the Franklin 250 Events Subcommittee." I hope they will feel the enthusiasm of the 250th Anniversary and perhaps be able to participate in some way. Their opinion matters."

The committee also welcomes residents interested in sharing historical knowledge, contributing personal stories or volunteering for future anniversary activities.

Franklin will mark the 250th anniversary of its incorporation on March 2, 2028. The celebration will honor the town's heritage while bringing residents together through community events, educational programs and activities that reflect the people and experiences that have shaped Franklin.

Event information

• Date: Monday, October 26, 2026

• Time: 10 AM

• Location: Franklin Senior Center

Residents are encouraged to attend and invite friends and neighbors to participate. Whether they have lived in Franklin for decades or are relatively new to the community, their perspectives are welcome.

For more information about Franklin's 250th anniversary celebration, visit www.franklin250.org.

About Franklin 250

The Franklin 250th Anniversary Committee is leading the planning and coordination of activities to commemorate the Town of Franklin's 250th Anniversary in 2028. Through community events, educational programming, historic preservation initiatives and partnerships with local organizations, the Committee aims to celebrate Franklin's rich history while inspiring community pride and engagement for generations to come.

Small Business Spotlight: Professional Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine

via Town of Franklin

"This month we're highlighting Professional Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine. The practice has served the Franklin community for 34 years and opened its second Franklin location in 2022.

When asked why they chose Franklin to grow their business and what they like best about being here, they shared: "We chose Franklin because of its strong sense of community, and support from our neighbors allowing us to give that same care and commitment back every day. We value the close‑knit community and the opportunity to build lasting relationships, including caring for multiple generations of families who continue to place their trust in us."

When asked why supporting small businesses matters, they shared: "Supporting small businesses is important because they provide personalized care and maintain a strong commitment to the communities they serve. We are intentional about our hiring—ensuring we have the right people, in the right positions, doing the right thing, for the right reasons, and in the right way. We actively give back by offering free monthly workshops on a variety of conditions for the community, and by donating a portion of our monthly profits to a local charity."

👉️ Follow along as we continue to highlight the local businesses that make Franklin a great place to live and work."

🔗 Learn more about Franklin's Small Business Spotlight Series: https://buff.ly/Mu7l7YL

Shared from - https://lnkd.in/p/gimyhUHe

Town of Franklin's Boston Post Cane Presented to Lydia Dolitka 10/22/2026

FM #1840 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1840 in the series. 

This episode shares the Town of Franklin Boston Post Cane presentation to Lydia Dolitka by Town Clerk Nancy Danello. Recognizing Lydia as being the oldest Franklin, MA resident. State Representative Jeff Roy also presented a proclamation from the House of Representatives recognizing Lydia's youthful age.

Family and friends gathered for the brief ceremony at Magnolia Heights in Franklin, Ma on Thursday, October 22, 2026.

Video link - https://youtu.be/7kmTGkmkOgY

Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1840-boston-post-cane-l-dolitka-10-22-26/

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Photo album - https://photos.app.goo.gl/L1HhXg2nh456d4vB8

Wikipedia entry https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Boston_Post

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The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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FHS golf finishes 6th in Hockomock Leaqgue Championship

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Thursday, October 22, 2026.

"Zides Earns Medalist Honors as North Attleboro Wins Hocks"

"Maxx Zides logged four birdies to finish as the top individual and lead the North Attleboro boys golf team to first place at the Hockomock Conference Championship Meet on Thursday at Norton Country Club.

“All of them have gotten better. They’ve worked hard at it and it shows,” North Attleboro head coach Steve Nelson said of his team. “Especially all three guys that counted today, they’ve all worked extremely hard to get better. Max is one of the best players in the state, Lincoln [Frisoli] is right behind him and Tommy’s [Manning] had a great year. He’s worked very hard all year to improve his game, and showed it today that he was up there to help us win.”

Zides topped the 48-player field with an even-par 71. He had three birdies on his first 14 holes to get down to 1-under, and he bounced back from a double bogey on hole 15 with his fourth birdie of the day on hole 17 to close out the day even."

Team Standings

1. North Attleboro, 228

2. Canton, 231

3. Mansfield, 234

4. King Philip, 237

5. Oliver Ames, 242

6. Franklin, 243

7. Foxboro, 245

8. Taunton, 246

9. Sharon, 248

10. Attleboro, 250

11. Stoughton, 260

12. Milford, 263

Continue reading the recap - https://hockomocksports.com/?p=202165

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-10-22-26/

FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com

Farmers Market on the Town Common with live music by Ralph Deflorio Friday, Oct 23

See you at the Franklin Farmers Market this Friday!

Join us on Friday, October 23, from 2–6 PM on the Town Common for another afternoon of local shopping, fresh food, and community. This week's market features 40+ local vendors, and music from Ralph DeFlorio.

Whether you're stocking up on fresh produce, picking up handmade goods, or just stopping by to enjoy the afternoon, there's something for everyone.

Take a look through this week's vendor lineup and start planning your visit. We can't wait to see you there!

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Live music at the market this Friday!

We’re excited to have Ralph DeFlorio joining us on Oct 23 from 3–6 PM! Come spend the afternoon at the market, shop from your favorite local vendors, grab something to eat, and enjoy some live music from Ralph!

This performance is sponsored by the @franklinculturalcouncil02038 and the @masscultural

See you Friday!

Pause and Tune In: A Sensory Yoga Workshop - Nov 10

In this sensory-centered yoga workshop, we'll explore movement through sensation, sound, and visual feedback using a belly dance coin scarf as a sensory tool. We'll investigate familiar yoga movements from a different perspective—for example, noticing the relationship between the leg and pelvis or the ribs and shoulders—and then bring those explorations into a mini flow.

This isn't about perfecting a posture or finding the “right” sensation. There is nothing you need to accomplish. Instead, you'll have an opportunity to become curious about your own experience of movement and discover what your body communicates when you slow down enough to notice. 

The hour concludes with a Yoga Nidra guided through a customized storytelling practice created by Brittany Capozzi.

No dance/yoga experience is needed.

Please bring: a yoga mat, water, and a cozy sweatshirt or light layer for moments of rest.

When: Nov 10    from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Register with the Lifelong Community Learning page -

https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0079-0003-2d96467c50e64e6d9b904a218c6aaa12

Franklin MAtters will be at the Lions Trunk or Treat, Saturday Oct 24 from 4 to 6 PM

There are three Trunk or Treat events on Saturday AND the Halloween party at the Police Station. 

• Library - 10:30 AM to Noon
• Franklin United Methodist Church - 4 PM to 6 PM
• Franklin Lions at FHS - 4 PM to 6 PM

The police station Halloween event runs from 2 to 5 PM.

Turkey shoot scheduled for Nov 14 at the Franklin Rod & Gun Club

November 14th is our Turkey Shoot!

Get ready for the return of one of our most anticipated and beloved annual events, where you can win a dozen turkeys including two grand prize Thanksgiving baskets with all the fixings.

And we do mean ALL the fixings. Last year the basket was so big it didn't fit in the winner's car and we had to get someone to deliver it in a truck!

Parents: kids love this event. Free pizza, hotdogs, snacks and cider is all well and good, but for $1 a try they can go in our basement range and participate in a pellet gun shoot to win a turkey of their own.

But don't worry, adults, we have a cash bar.

You'll need to have a $1 raffle ticket donation to gain entry, and you can get that by calling 508-528-2573 or emailing jimgiannotti@yahoo.com.

Can't wait to see you all there so mark your calendars!

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Franklin Lions Club Halloween House Contest — It’s Time To Vote! Voting closes Monday, Oct 26

The decorations are up, the spooky spirit is alive, and now it’s YOUR turn to help choose a favorite!

Have you checked out the amazing Halloween displays around Franklin? Now’s your chance to show some love to the house you think deserves the title of Halloween House Contest Favorite!

CAST YOUR VOTE HERE! https://forms.gle/kdEzQkrreuYwj4Sx8

Voting closes Monday, October 26, 2026, at NOON! Don’t wait until the witching hour — make sure your vote counts!

A Friendly Reminder: This is a FREE, fun event for our Franklin community, organized by the Franklin MA Lions Club to bring neighbors together and celebrate the Halloween spirit. Please remember the unwritten rules of fairness, kindness, and good sportsmanship. Let’s keep it fun, positive, and spooky for everyone!

A huge THANK YOU to all the participating families who put their time, creativity, and Halloween magic into making Franklin a little more festive!

Happy voting, Franklin! May the best haunt win!

The Franklin Police Department is proud to congratulate Dave Ricci on his promotion to Sergeant

CONGRATULATIONS, SERGEANT RICCI!

The Franklin Police Department is proud to congratulate Dave Ricci on his promotion to Sergeant!

Sgt. Ricci joined the Franklin Police Department in 2018 after transferring from the Boston Transit Police Department. Before beginning his career in law enforcement, he served our country as a U.S. Navy Corpsman.

Throughout his service to Franklin, Sgt. Ricci has made a tremendous impact on our department. He serves as the FPD’s Veterans Liaison Officer, is one of our medical coordinators and instructors, and has been instrumental in enhancing department training.

Sgt. Ricci developed our EpiPen program, Combat Casualty Care program, and in-house CPR/First Responder training program, helping ensure our officers are better prepared to respond when seconds matter. His dedication and service to the Town of Franklin have also earned him numerous awards and recognitions.

Please join us in congratulating Sgt. Dave Ricci on this well-deserved promotion!

Town of Franklin

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Friday, October 23, 2026

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio has a brand new schedule for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves. 

It is available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.

Tune in to listen to the following:

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM   Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock  Franklin and its local government, services and events  (repeats Saturday at 2 PM)  

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 7:00 PM

10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 8:00 PM - Talkin’ the Blues – Jim Derick & Nick Remissong. 2 hours of awesome blues music, info, interviews  Showcasing the "Blues" as a basis for and influence of Country, Jazz and Rock and Roll, here and worldwide.

11:00 AM, 4:00 PM, and 9:00 PM - “The Vibe” show plays music for everyone searching for some enjoyment, some dance, a happy or thinking mood, and most importantly, having fun.  Tune in to wfpr.fm and listen to “DJ Vibe” spin music across many genres and join this new vibing experience

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

Franklin TV schedule for Friday, Oct 23, 2026

• Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel         (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = FRIDAY

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel        (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = FRIDAY

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) =  FRIDAY

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf   

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