What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, October 16, 2026 ???

Friday, October 16

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

2:00pm Canceled = Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)

3:00pm Canceled = The Bad Apples (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

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

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

7:30pm The Skin of our Teeth (Dean College Main Stage Theater)

*** 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 Farmers Market - Canceled - Friday, Oct 16, 2026

 Only 2 more sessions remain; Oct 23 & Oct 30.

Franklin Early Voting Schedule starts Oct 17 and runs through Oct 30, 2026

"The State Election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026! 

Residents can vote early in person at the Town Clerk’s Office from Saturday, October 17, through Friday, October 30.

📅 Early Voting Hours

• Saturdays & Sundays: 8 AM –12 PM
• Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays: 8 AM – 4 PM
• Wednesdays: 8 AM – 6 PM
• Fridays: 8 AM – 1 PM

📌 Important Reminder: The last day to register to vote is Saturday, October 24.

📞 Questions? Contact the Town Clerk’s Office at 508-520-4900."

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Editor's Note: 

(1) Please be prepared for the 9 ballot questions. Do your homework before voting early or on Election Day. 

(2) Be patient. The ballot is longer than ever and will take time to process. Even if you are prepared, other voters may not be. Please be patient.

Dean Dash: Fall 5K Run/Walk scheduled for Sunday, Oct 25

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Dean Dash: Fall 5K Run/Walk! 

Join us on Sunday, October 25, 2026, for an exciting community event bringing together runners, walkers, students, alumni, families, and supporters for a fun-filled morning of fitness and community spirit in support of Dean College.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or simply looking for a fun way to stay active and support Dean College, this event is for everyone!

Link for the tickets and information
https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=1d430bed-e6e0-4099-a128-d58356ceb4b5&envId=p-znTBbqSjmkypIjo1twnSVg&zone=usa

FHS field hockey, golf, volleyball, and football (video) teams all post wins on Thursday

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 15, 2026.

Football = Attleboro, 6 @ Franklin, 21 – Final

1st Quarter: No scoring.

2nd Quarter: (F) Owen Essam 4-yard rush, Owen Webster XP good.

3rd Quarter: (F) Christian Primpas 5-yard rush, XP failed.

4th Quarter: (F) O. Essam 4-yard rush, O. Essam two-point rush; (A) Jaxson Maynard 5-yard rush, two-point failed.

Franklin TV video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXFjCqlHya0

Field Hockey = Attleboro, 0 @ Franklin, 3 – Final

– Franklin struck twice in the opening quarter and never let Attleboro get into the game, with the Panthers’ defense holding the Bombardiers without a shot on goal. Junior Penelope Brady opened the scoring with a chip from the edge of the circle before senior Ella Marzullo tapped in a feed from sophomore Lila Reardon to double the lead. Senior Jossie Camp helped create the third in the final seconds of the third quarter, stepping up after a half-cleared corner and sending the ball back toward goal for sophomore Amelia Manning to redirect inside the far post.

Volleyball = Franklin, 3 @ Barnstable, 0 – Final

– Franklin snapped Barnstable’s seven-match winning streak with an impressive 3-0 (25-18, 25-13, 25-18) sweep down the Cape. Junior Emerson Delleo led the attack with 15 kills, four aces, and 10 digs, while senior Gianna Laurello added eight kills, seven aces, and 12 digs. Freshman Marley Lindenmeyer chipped in six kills, two aces, and 12 digs, junior Charlotte Yeulenski had five kills, and sophomore Phoebe O’Connor handed out 30 assists to go with five aces and seven digs. Senior Katelynn Crosby added 11 digs as the Panthers picked up their 14th win of the season.

Boys Cross Country = Franklin @ Taunton, 3:45

Girls Cross Country = Franklin @ Taunton, 3:45

Golf = Franklin, 149 @ Milford, 167 – Final

– Franklin capped an unbeaten run through Kelley-Rex matches with a win over Milford at Hopedale Country Club. Senior Ben Burgess fired a one-under 34 to earn match medalist honors, senior Tyler Perlman followed with a 37, and junior Bryce Botelho and sophomore Luke Swahn each shot 39. Sophomore Ben Richard led Milford with a 40, while senior Lucas Richard and sophomore Jeff Corbin each added 42s and sophomore Hank Richards finished at 43.

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-10-15-26/

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

Franklin Fire Dept schedules Open House, Saturday, November 7, 2026

Sound The Alarm

Come join us for our Open House!

When: Saturday, November 7th from 10am-2pm
Where: Franklin Fire Headquarters 40 West Central St.

🧑‍🚒Meet your Franklin Firefighters
🚑Check out the equipment
🚒Touch-a-truck
🐾Meet Sparky

We can’t wait to see you there!

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Franklin, MA Halloween House Contest Map is Here !!!

The wait is over! 

The Franklin MA Lions Club Halloween House Contest map is officially COMPLETE! 🧡🖤

Looking for some Halloween fun? Grab your family, gather your friends, hop in the car, and come explore the amazing Halloween-decorated homes throughout Franklin, MA! From spooky scenes to creative displays, there’s plenty of Halloween magic to discover. 🎃💀

📍 Want to see all the participating houses?

🗺️ https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1TAJTdzsQxsa-aJ-4JFVERZSHDysjUjI&ehbc=2E312F

Everyone is welcome! Come visit Franklin, enjoy the displays, and celebrate the Halloween spirit with us!

A big THANK YOU to all the participating homeowners for helping make Franklin a little spookier this Halloween! 🧡

🦁 Sponsored by the Franklin MA Lions Club

#FranklinMA #HalloweenHouseContest #HalloweenInFranklin #FranklinLionsClub #HalloweenFun #SupportLocalCommunity

The triumphant return of the Franklin Rod & Gun Club's all-you-can-eat breakfast is Sunday, October 18

"Guess who's back? Back again. Breakfast is back. Tell a friend!

That's right, it's the triumphant return of the Franklin Rod & Gun Club's all-you-can-eat $10 breakfast ($5 for kids 12 & younger).

After 2 months of work, the updates to our hall are finished and now you can check out the new room while enjoying the same eggs, sausage, pancakes, home fries, French Toast, corned beef hash, baked beans, and coffee you know and love.

The price is still just ten bucks ($5 for kids) and this is open to the public (cash only).

So come down to 53 Florence St. in Franklin on Sunday, Oct. 18 from 7:30-11 am for the best (and most affordable) breakfast in town.

Also, tell us what you think of our renovations!"

https://www.facebook.com/events/1798264457961584

Senator Rausch schedules Kingsbury Pond meeting for Nov 19, 7 PM (location TBD)

via Senator Becca Rausch:

"Last week I was asked to host a community meeting in November about Kingsbury Pond and the status of efforts to find sustainable solutions. I agreed and immediately got to work to find an agreeable date. I was successful: the meeting will be on Thursday, November 19, at 7:00 PM, and will include the state representatives for both towns, the town administrators from both towns, and representation from both the Norfolk Select Board and the Franklin Town Council.

My team and I are still finalizing a suitable location.

As the Senator for both Norfolk and Franklin, as well as the Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources, I have had many conversations with state and local leadership and constituents of both towns about Kingsbury Pond. My involvement and attention to this matter has helped move forward the ongoing process with the Department of Environmental Protection.

Once confirmed, we will post the meeting location along with a registration link.

Thank you to my many partners in state and local government who have been meaningfully engaged on this matter."

#mapoli

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Gov Healey expands heating assistance for working & middle class families

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"Cold weather shouldn't mean choosing between heating your home and paying for other essentials.

Massachusetts residents can apply for heating assistance through HEAP right now.

And with heating costs rising, Governor Healey is expanding assistance to help more families, including middle-income households that heat with oil.

Learn about available programs and eligibility at Mass.gov/HeatingHelp"

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Applications are now open for the Massachusetts Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP).

 

The federal government has announced the release of Fiscal Year 2027 funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, including $142.3 million for Massachusetts, as part of a nationwide allocation to help low-income households afford home heating and cooling costs. The program prioritizes households with high energy burdens, as well as seniors, individuals with disabilities, and families with young children.

The full press release on these efforts was shared earlier

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/10/governor-healey-announces-new-winter.html

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Friday, October 16, 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 16, 2026

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

8:30 am Frank Presents: Diana DiZoglio

9:00 am Frank Presents: Wayne Adams

10:00 am Aging Boldfully: Roberta Trahan

11:00 am Senior Connection: Kitchen Gadgets Pt. 3

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Scones

12:30 pm Learn to Cook with Linda: Brunch Bake

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: White Pizza

2:00 pm New England Candlepins Summer 2023 Show 3

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 4

3:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage 2

5:30 pm Second Sunday Speaker Series: Hayward Manor

9:00 pm Circle of Friends - Lucy Kaplansky

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

9:30 am Middle School Winter Music: 2025: Band

11:00 am ArtWeek: Theater in the Open

1:00 pm FHS Winter Music: Band and Wind Ensemble

2:30 pm Lifelong Winter Music 2026

4:30 pm Battleship Cove: Inside The History: Pt. 3

9:30 pm FHSTC: Curious Case of the Cottingley Fairies

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

8:00 am Zoning Board of Appeals 10-01-26

2:00 pm Zoning Board of Appeals 10-01-26

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: Thursday, October 15, 2026 ???

Thursday, October 15

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

7:00pm BEN 4 Franklin Mtg (Franklin TV and Radio 102.9 FM)

7:30pm The Skin of our Teeth (Dean College Main Stage Theater)

***  Town Meetings today ***

Coffee Hour with State & Local Officials

Thursday, October 15, 2026  Time = 8:30 AM

No agenda for this informal session

250th Anniversary Celebration Events Subcommittee Meeting

Thursday, October 15, 2026  Time = 7:30 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_10152026-2552 

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Meeting

Thursday, October 15, 2026  Time = 7:30 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_10152026-2540

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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

Celebrating Voting Rights – A Family Friendly Festival - Saturday, October 17

Coinciding with the first day of Early Voting in Massachusetts, two Franklin based organizations are co-hosting an informative and fun event on the town common featuring music, singing, games, refreshments, and stories. Halloween Costumes welcome! 

Our major goal is to get people to vote in the upcoming mid-term election. This is traditionally an election time where people tend to discount and not bother to vote. We want to get people enthused about voting and to recognize that their vote does matter. To that end we will have stations set up that will help new voters register to vote, and registered voters to double check that they are listed as active and that their names and addresses” are correct.

Activities geared toward children will include a walk-through story board set about voting; mock voting booths and ballot; lawn games; a coloring station; and a temporary tattoo station with patriotic and Halloween tats, and a button making station. Adults are welcome as well.

Walking through the grounds visitors will be able to view large posters of the official ballot for Franklin and surrounding towns along with the ballot questions. There will also be Displays relative to the history of our democracy and of voting rights.

Appearing on the Gazebo Stage will be local music legend Dave Herlihy performing his newest release “Good Trouble;” sing-along enthusiast Janet Water leading us with new songs and old favorites; and a small array of speakers with messages from the Past, Present & Future. 

Keep your eyes peeled for the appearance of various historic characters. There are rumors that Abe Lincoln, Ben, Franklin, Susan B Anthony, and a few Suffragettes may be visiting then.

For a break head over to the Chill Zone’s ice cream truck and get yourself a dairy treat, pastry, soft drink, or even a pup cup for your four-legged friend.

 

Host booths will have information on their upcoming activities along with opportunities for you to help Get Out the Vote! 

Don your costume, grab a few companions of any age, and head to the Franklin Town Common Saturday October 17th from Noon to 2 PM for entertainment and information!

Hosted by Committee to Protect Our Democracy  & Franklin Democratic Town Committee

For additional Information email: CPOD.Events@gmail.com

You can help with Fund raising underway for a Student Achievement Sign on Panther Way

FRANKLIN COMMUNITY: HELP US CELEBRATE OUR STATE CHAMPIONS! 🏆

Were you part of a Franklin High School state championship team? Are you the proud parent or family member of a Panther champion? We’re asking you to help preserve Franklin’s history!

A committee of Franklin parents and school officials is raising funds for a permanent 15-foot Student Achievement Sign on Panther Way to celebrate our community’s tradition of excellence.

The sign will recognize the 12 Franklin High School Division I state championship teams dating back to 1982, with space to honor future state titles in athletics, performing arts and academic competitions.

💙💛 This is a community-funded capital campaign, led by parents and booster organizations, with 100% of project funds being raised through community support—not the school budget.

📣 Our Fundraising Progress

Goal: $55,000

Raised: $32,900 (Thanks to The Fletcher Fund, FHS Booster Organizations, and parents)

Remaining: $22,100

🏆 Calling all championship alumni and families! You helped make Franklin history. Please consider contributing to ensure these achievements are recognized for generations of Panthers to come.

🏢 Calling local businesses! We’re seeking 8–10 Community Partners to support this initiative. Partners will receive a list of sponsorship benefits, be recognized at our spring ribbon-cutting ceremony, and have their company names permanently displayed on the sign.

Every contribution makes a difference! All individual and corporate donors contributing more than $500 will also be recognized on the permanent signage.

Please consider donating and sharing this post with former teammates, championship families, local businesses, and friends who love Franklin!

🔗 Learn more about the project in our Sponsor Information Packet: https://canva.link/0lcjiso5azm3m71

💙 Donate online through UniPay:   https://unipaygold.unibank.com/transactioninfo.aspx

Additional payment options are available in the Sponsor Information Packet linked above.

Thank you for helping us honor our past champions, celebrate today’s students, and inspire the Panthers who will make history tomorrow!

Once a Panther, always a Panther! 💙💛 Please help us bring this sign to life with a donation to celebrate our students' achievements!

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FHS girls and boys soccer team top Stoughton on Wednesday

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.

Girls soccer = Franklin, 4 @ Stoughton, 1 – Final 

– Franklin scored three unanswered goals to secure a road win and continue its unbeaten run through league play. Hailey Leblanc opened the scoring for the Panthers, assisted by Phoebe Cuneo. After the Black Knights tied the match, Claire Michel added a brace before halftime, both assisted by Bethany Rappa, to give the Panthers a cushion going into the break. Lily Strong added an unassisted goal in the second half to put the game away.

Boys soccer = Stoughton, 2 @ Franklin, 4 – Final 

– "A pair of second-half goals from junior Cam Lambert helped Franklin pull away from Stoughton for a Senior Night win Wednesday in an important Kelley-Rex Division clash.

The Panthers grabbed the first lead, fell behind 2-1, and then scored three unanswered goals to earn a 4-2 win.

“Playing for the seniors tonight, myself, all three captains [Deacon Eglintine, Will McAuley and Zach O’Mahony-O’Sullivan], all the seniors, it’s good to get those guys who don’t normally get as many minutes — especially the seniors — on the field,” senior Deacon Eglintine, a defenseman, said. “Give them that extra time that they deserve, so it was big for all of us to pull one out today.”

Continue reading the game recap  (subscription required) - https://hockomocksports.com/second-half-surge-sends-franklin-boys-soccer-past-stoughton-on-senior-night/

Photo gallery of the game  (subscription required) - https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2026-2027/Fall-2026/Franklin-Stoughton-Boys-Soccer-10-14-26

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-10-14-26/

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

Active Minds at FHS Receives $4,000 Grant from the KyleCares Foundation!

Catching up to share this info that slipped through my radar:

"We’re excited to share that Active Minds at Franklin High School has been awarded a $4,000 grant from the KyleCares Foundation to support student mental health initiatives at FHS!

The grant recognizes the chapter’s work to promote open conversations, reduce stigma, and support student well-being.

Over the past year, Active Minds has led several impactful initiatives, including a school-wide assembly with Dr. Jonathan Jenkins, a charity basketball game in partnership with Unified Sports, and regional mental health summits with Hockomock-area schools.

We’re proud of our Active Minds students and staff, led by Mrs. Davies, Mrs. Hess, and Mrs. Briggs, for their continued commitment to supporting mental health and building a stronger school community. 

Congratulations!"

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Reminder: The Franklin Music Boosters Concert Series Book could have a page or part of for you !!

"Calling local businesses!

Advertise in the Franklin Music Program Concert Series Book and reach families at FMS and FHS performances throughout the school year while supporting Franklin's music students and teachers. 🎶

Know a local business that might be interested? Please share!

Ads available through October 30. 

Link in the comments!"

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