What's happening in Franklin, MA: Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Wednesday, Nov 4

10:00am Veterans Coffee Social (Franklin Senior Center)

1:00pm Writer's Group (Franklin Senior Center)

4:00pm FHS girls Soccer Fund Raiser (Bar Pizza & Salad Co)

5:30pm Bluegrass & Country Jam Circle (Franklin Senior Center)

6:30pm Franklin Art Association Monthly Meeting (Franklin Senior Center)

6:30pm Franklin Elks Bingo Night (Franklin Elks Lodge #2136)

7:00pm Smarty Pants Trivia (Raillery Public House)

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/11398/November-2026?bidId=

***  Town Meetings today ***

Board of Health Meeting

Wednesday, November 4 Time: 5:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11042026-2588 

Town Council Meeting

Wednesday, November 4 Time: 6:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11042026-2593 

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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

Town of Franklin: Unofficial Results for Nov 3, 2026 State Election

From the Town Clerk's office (and many thanks to all the work to make these resutlts possible).

Download a copy:   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nEpks3nA0H_QuWqinYZJLo4rGCpQY13K/view?usp=drive_link

While this appears to be the largest actual turnout for a state election, it only meets the historical range of 60% turnout for a state election.

Exploring Goldsmith Wine Selections for Thanksgiving (Wine Club Event)

Elevate your holiday table this year with a journey around the globe! Join us for a special, immersive evening with The Franklin Wine Club as we taste, learn, and discover exceptional wine pairings designed to make your Thanksgiving feast unforgettable.

Event Details

Date: Thursday, November 19th

Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Location: The Wine Room at Franklin Liquors

Host: Roger Warner

What Makes Our Club Unique

Unlike traditional, crowded walk-around tastings, The Franklin Wine Club offers a relaxed, sit-down wine education and tasting experience. Settle into the Franklin Liquors Wine Room for an intimate, guided session where you can truly engage with the glass, explore the stories behind the bottles, and understand the why behind great food and wine pairings.

What We Are Exploring: Goldsmith Selections

For this session, we are featuring stellar bottles curated by Goldsmith Selections—a premier portfolio dedicated to bringing high-quality, artisan wine and spirit brands with an uncompromised sense of place from around the world.

The Lineup: We will dive into a fantastic global array, featuring standout Cabernets, expressive Pinot Noirs, and more.

The Thanksgiving Connection: Learn how different flavor profiles, structures, and regional characteristics harmonize with traditional holiday fare—from roasted turkey and savory stuffings to rich gravies and cranberry sauce.

Whether you are looking to impress family at the dinner table or simply want to expand your palate with world-class selections, this guided educational tasting will give you the confidence and the bottles you need for a stress-free, delicious holiday.

Spaces fill up fast for our sit-down events—reserve your seat today and get ready to toast to the holiday season!

RSVP HERE:

https://www.meetup.com/franklin-wine-club/events/317271646/

 

About Roger:

With over 20 years’ experience in the wine industry, in roles including wholesale, retail, and supplier side, Roger Warner has extensive knowledge of wine production, from vineyard to glass. Roger has traveled to vineyards and wineries both within the United States and internationally, learning from growers and winemakers along the way. He is passionate about the wine industry and loves to share his knowledge and experience with consumers.

Franklin voters and advocates share their views (video)

Outside Franklin High School voters and sign holders share thier views on issues as captured by Franklin TV on Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026.

Franklin TV link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJVc-q0SQQA

FHS field hockey & volleyball D1 seeds and initial playoff matches revealed

via HockomockSports.com

Below are the seeds and matchups for the Hockomock field hockey teams in the MIAA playoffs, which are subject to change. We will update this post with any changes that are made.

• Division 1 - #2 Franklin (15-1-2) will host #31 Durfee (10-7-1) on Thursday, 11/5 at 3:30.

https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-field-hockey-playoff-seeds-matchups-2026/

MIAA full bracket for D1  https://www.miaa.net/miaa-field-hockey-2026-division-1-state-tournament

Below are the seeds and matchups for the Hockomock volleyball teams in the MIAA playoffs, which are subject to change. We will update this post with any changes that are made.

• Division 1 = #5 Franklin (18-2) will host #28 Springfield Central (17-2) on a date and time to be announced.

https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-volleyball-playoff-seeds-matchups-2026/

MIAA full bracket for D1 https://www.miaa.net/sites/default/files/2026-11/brackets-fall-2026-volleyball-division-1.pdf

School cafeterias were turned into haunted kitchens last Thursday and Friday (video)

"The kids had an absolute scream eating their way through this festive, spooky menu.

🎬 Want to see these ghoulish goodies in action? Check out our video to see all the spooky foods we served and the smiles they brought! 

Video link ->   https://youtube.com/shorts/61MJRx5-Yu0?feature=share

Our school cafeterias turned into a haunted kitchen last Thursday and Friday, and we had a blast serving up some terrifyingly tasty treats to students across all Franklin Public Schools! 

Check out the culinary spell our amazing cafeteria teams cast:

🧀 Scary Grilled Cheese & 🍅 Blood Tomato Soup (The ultimate eerie comfort combo!)

🍇 Frankenstein Grapes & 👻 Ghost Bread

🌿 Celery “Ribs” & 👀 Mozzarella Eyes

🍝 Twisted Bone Pasta"

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Ceuz6UZRZ/

Pop-Up Holiday Shop scheduled for Saturday, November 21, 2026

This only happens once a year, so save the date and come on by!

In addition to selling my art, book, and handmade items, there will also be: 

- a Rise Up table selling handmade items and apparel as a fundraiser for activity and accessibility supplies

- a clothing drive for the Community Closet

Pop-Up Holiday Shop!

Saturday, November 21 - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Come join Ali Rheaume: Franklin resident and Brain Injury Survivor, who is an Award-Winning Artist, Author of Buddy the Brain, and business owner of Embracing Unique! 

She will be selling books, art, hats, embroidery, and more: get your holiday gifts!

Location: 82 West Central St, Franklin, MA

(Franklin United Methodist Church)*Accessible

Shared from - https://www.instagram.com/p/DeKAeUYRS6y/

Who doesn’t love pizza? Help the FHS girls soccer team fudner raiser at Bar Pizza- Weds, Nov 4 from 4 to 8 PM

Join the girls’ soccer team for a fundraiser on Wednesday, November 4th, from 4 PM to 8 PM at Bar Pizza & Salad Co. on Union St.

Please use the code PHSCS online when ordering takeout (no phone orders, please) or share it when you dine in person.

20% of the proceeds will help fund the girls’ Hockomock Champion jackets for the Varsity team, who went 11-0 in the Hock. The girls finished the season #4 in the MIAA D1 Power Rankings and are awaiting the D1 tournament seedings to come out this Thursday.

Bar Pizza & Salad Co. has been a fantastic addition to our town, providing great food and supporting local schools and sports programs. Tomorrow is a win-win for everyone: you get delicious food, the girls’ soccer team receives 20% toward their jackets, and Bar Pizza thrives as well. 

Sounds like a great deal, doesn’t it?

Hope to see you all there!

Shared from - https://www.instagram.com/p/DfTMQ11xOwy/

You can help the Franklin Music Boosters with their fund raiser at Dave's Hot Chicken on Friday, Nov 6

No school lunch to pack on Friday!

Make the most of the half day with lunch at Dave's Hot Chicken and support the Franklin Music Boosters!

Friday, November 6 -> 11 AM - 2 PM

See the flyer for all the details!

Shared from - https://www.instagram.com/p/DfTEERQmvcW/

New Instagram account for Tri-County Athletic Dept

"Follow the new Tri-County Athletic department Instagram page. You’ll get the latest game updates, news and scores. 

New account - https://www.instagram.com/tc.cougars/

Work hard. Today counts. 

#tcpride tc.cougars tc.cougarden"

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19vwMgW9hp/ 

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday, November 4, 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:

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday, September 30, 2026

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 6:00 PM - Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock covering Franklin, its local government, services, and events  

Non-profit fund raising innovation revealed in conversation on the new Direct Impact Checking & SAFE Coalition   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/10/find-out-how-direct-impact-checking.html

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM  The Wonderful World of Wine – Mark Lenzi, Kim Simone  All about wine, its culture, lore and finer points.    (repeats Saturday at 1 PM)  

Episode 327 - Matchmaking & Premium Cocktails with Erik Segelbaum

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/10/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode_090694902.html

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 Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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

7:30 am Battleship Cove: Inside the History: Pt. 4

8:30 am Chad Hollister Band

10:00 am Franklin Art Association: Lenny Moskowitz

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Lobstah

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Waffles

12:30 pm Cook with Linda: Chicken with Dijon

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Healthy Pizza Crusts

2:00 pm New England Candlepins Summer 2023 Show 5

3:00 pm Franklin Matters: Senior Expo 2026

3:15 pm Franklin Matters: Car Show

4:00 pm Aging Agenda: Brian Maxfield

6:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts

7:00 pm ArtWeek: Airmen of Note

9:30 pm Circle of Friends: Brother Sun

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

8:30 am Middle School Winter Music: 2025: Band

10:00 am Franklin Library Association: Role of the Library in American Democracy

11:00 am Jazz Cafe 03-06-26

1:00 pm FHS Varsity Volleyball v Stoughton 10-23-26

5:30 pm FHS Varsity Field Hockey v Concord Carlisle 10-26-26

7:30 pm Lifelong Winter Music 2026

9:00 pm FHS Varsity Football v Taunton 10-30-26

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

8:00 am Town Council 10-28-26

1:00 pm Town Council 10-28-26

6:00 pm Town Council 11-4-26 CHAMBERS 874 7637 4445

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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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Tuesday, November 3 = State Election Day

6:00am State Election (voting ends at 8:00 PM) (Franklin High School)

12:00pm Community Closet (Franklin United Methodist Church)

4:00pm Franklin Food Pantry Fundraiser (Dave's Hot Chicken)

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/11398/November-2026?bidId=

***  Town Meetings today ***

Franklin School Committee Policy Subcommittee Meeting

Tuesday, November 3 Time: 6:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11032026-2592 

Franklin School Committee Meeting

Tuesday, November 3 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11032026-2591 

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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

BEN 4 Franklin schedules Panel discussion on complete and vibrant downtowns - Nov 12

Downtown Panel Discussion

On Thursday, November 12, BEN will host two regional planning experts to discuss complete and vibrant downtowns: Jonathan Berk, founder of re:MAIN, and Ashley Eaton, Senior Planner at Massachusetts Housing Partnership. 

Drawing on examples from across Massachusetts, the conversation will cover housing, local businesses, walkability, transportation, parking, public spaces, and community character.

The 1-hour panel discussion will begin at 7 PM at the Franklin TV studio, with an option to join virtually. Stick around for refreshments and conversation after the talk!

Give Thanks by Giving Back: Support the Hockomock Area YMCA’s Thanksgiving Food Drive

As Thanksgiving approaches, the Hockomock Area YMCA is inviting the community to help make the holiday special for local families by donating essential food items to help local families enjoy their Thanksgiving meal, through donations made to Lenore’s Pantry & Market.

Every donation, big or small, makes a difference in helping families gather around the table and enjoy a Thanksgiving meal. Community members are encouraged to contribute the following items now through November 16th:

• Stuffing mix

• Dessert mixes (cookies, brownies, cakes, etc.)

• Cornbread or cornbread mixes

• Canned cranberry sauce

• Canned vegetables (green beans, corn, carrots, etc.)

• Boxed potatoes (mashed or au gratin)

• Canned fruit (apples, peaches, pears, etc.)

• Gravy

Grocery store gift cards are also welcome. Gift cards allow the YMCA to purchase additional items as needed and help create consistent, balanced meal items for all  guests served at Lenore’s Pantry & Market. While gift cards are appreciated, food donations remain the YMCA’s top preference.

Donations can be dropped off at Lenore’s Pantry & Market, located at 451 Elm Street in North Attleborough, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., now through Monday, November 16th. 

Donations are also accepted at any Hockomock Area YMCA branch during regular YMCA operating hours which is Monday through Friday 5:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. or Saturday & Sunday 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

Thanksgiving is a time to come together, show gratitude and care for our neighbors. Through the generosity of the community, the Hockomock Area YMCA can help ensure more local families have the opportunity to celebrate the holiday with meal items to share.

Every contribution makes a difference. Thank you in advance for your donated items and for helping make Thanksgiving a little bit brighter for local families through this YMCA Food Drive. 

Did You Know?  

Lenore’s Pantry & Market welcomes individuals and families from all communities.  No proof of residency is required to receive food assistance. For more information and registration, visit: https://www.hockymca.org/lenores-food-pantry-and-market/

About Hockomock Area YMCA:

At the Hockomock Area YMCA, strengthening community is our cause. The Hockomock Area YMCA is an organization of men, women, and children sharing a commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility. 

 

The Hockomock Area YMCA is committed to partnering and collaborating with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 16 communities they are privileged to serve. The Hockomock Area YMCA is a not-for-profit charitable cause-driven organization with facilities in North Attleboro, Foxboro, Franklin, and Mansfield. For more information visit hockymca.org.

Marissa & Dave provide updates on Energize Franklin (audio/video)

FM #1849 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1849 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Dave Rittenhouse and Marissa Bovie, both with the Energize Franklin group. We had our discussion virtually on Monday, October 26, 2026.

 

We talk about Energize Franklin

• What has changed since we last talked

• Updated webpage

• Now using Facebook

• What hasn’t changed

• Information & testimonials to help

• Take action steps, small or large

The recording runs about 39 minutes, so let’s listen in.

Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1849-energize-franklin-updates-10-26-26/

Video link - https://youtu.be/FbnatLqHh74

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Energize Franklin home page - www.energizefranklin.org/ 

You can email Dave at dsritt@gmail.com 

Prior recording (walk through of the Energize page & features)

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/06/making-sense-of-climate-27-dave-helps.html 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. 

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

• And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/  or www.franklin.news 

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

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 boys soccer tops St John's Prep on Monday

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Monday, November 2, 2026.

Boys soccer = Franklin, 2 @ St. John’s Prep, 1 – Final 

– Junior Cooper Waddell scored twice in the second half as Franklin rallied from a halftime deficit to beat St. John’s Prep on the road in Danvers. Waddell pulled the Panthers even on a free kick, then finished the winner after a nice buildup and cross from junior Jake Boyd. Franklin’s back line also turned in a strong performance to help preserve the lead.

Girls Soccer = Concord-Carlisle, 4 @ Franklin, 0 – Final

Franklin TV video for replay of the game - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1hGXcdCk-0

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-11-02-26/

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