Get a Head Start on Holiday Shopping at St. John’s Christmas Fair - December 2, 2023

Get a head start on your holiday shopping at St. John’s Episcopal Church Christmas Fair on Saturday, Dec. 2nd from 9 AM to 2 PM at 237 Pleasant Street, Franklin. 

Get a Head Start on Holiday Shopping at St. John’s Christmas Fair

You will find lots of gift cards from popular restaurants and stores. Browse among many silent auction and raffle items. There’s something for everyone among the gift baskets like sports; spa, health and wellness; food and wine; coffees and teas; games and toys; pet items. 

For those who appreciate unique items hand-made with love, you’ll find decorative holiday greenery, scarves, mittens, hats and blankets.  Pick out your favorite treats like cookies, fudge and other baked goods at the Cookie Walk. Food and drinks will be served during the fair. 

For more information:  Call 508-528-2387 

Visit us on Facebook at St John’s Episcopal Church 

See our website at www.stjohnsfranklinma.org

Get a Head Start on Holiday Shopping at St. John’s Christmas Fair - December 2, 2023

48th annual Craft Fair at Tri-County High School - Nov 18

Coming up this Saturday, November 18th, Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club’s 48th annual Craft Fair at Tri-County High School in Franklin. Entry is $3 for people 12 years of age and older. 

We are returning to our original location in the building at 147 Pond Street in Franklin. You’ll find a great selection of items for yourself, your home or for gift-giving. 

This popular event is an opportunity for members to volunteer and work together, help raise funds, and give back to the community.

Look for us on social media for more information: 

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Newcomers-Friends https://www.facebook.com/FranklinNewcomersCraftFair/

48th annual Craft Fair at Tri-County High School - Nov 18

Reminder: 48th Annual Franklin Newcomers & Friends Craft Fair - Nov 18

The 48th Annual Franklin Newcomers & Friends Craft Fair is set for Sat. November 18, 2023 from 9 AM to 3 PM.

Craft Fair

It will be held at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School, 147 Pond St., Franklin at the school’s main lunchroom / community space.

This popular and well-established event features hand-crafted items from artists throughout New England. You’ll find a great selection of items for your home, for gift-giving, specialty foods, and more.

The club accepts donations for the Franklin Food Pantry when you enter. The entry fee is $3 for people 12 years of age and older.

Find us on Facebook for club information and activities: Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club -> https://www.facebook.com/FranklinNewcomersFriendsClub

For craft fair details: Franklin Newcomers Craft Fair

Email: franklincraftfair@gmail.com

48th Annual Franklin Newcomers & Friends Craft Fair is scheduled for Saturday, November 18

The 48th Annual Franklin Newcomers & Friends Craft Fair is set for Sat. November 18, 2023 from 9 AM to 3 PM.

Craft Fair

It will be held at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School, 147 Pond St., Franklin at the school’s main lunchroom / community space.

This popular and well-established event features hand-crafted items from artists throughout New England. You’ll find a great selection of items for your home, for gift-giving, specialty foods, and more.

The club accepts donations for the Franklin Food Pantry when you enter. The entry fee is $3 for people 12 years of age and older.

Find us on Facebook for club information and activities: Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club -> https://www.facebook.com/FranklinNewcomersFriendsClub

For craft fair details: Franklin Newcomers Craft Fair

Email: franklincraftfair@gmail.com

48th Annual Franklin Newcomers Craft Fair November 18, 2023

We’re excited to announce that our 48th annual Craft Fair is set for Saturday, November 18th at Tri-County High School in Franklin. The event runs from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Franklin Newcomers

This popular and well-established event features hand-crafted items from artists throughout New England. You’ll find a great selection of items for yourself, your home or for gift-giving. The club accepts donations for the Franklin Food Pantry when you enter. The entree fee of $3 is for people 12 years of age and older. The funds raised and pantry donations allow us to give back generously to the local community.

Look for us on social media for more information about the Craft Fair and our Club. We are a multi-generational, member-driven organization and are always excited to welcome new faces and new ideas. 

Residents of Franklin, or any surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers Club, are welcome to join us. We meet bi-monthly at Escape into Fiction bookstore, 12 Main Street in downtown Franklin.

Our December 13 meeting will include our Holiday Yankee Swap, one of our fun, annual events. In addition to our meetings, we hold varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

https://www.facebook.com/FranklinNewcomersCraftFair/ https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Newcomers-Friends

Franklin Cultural District: The Nutcracker, holiday fairs, winter farmers market and more

Christmas classics like The Nutcracker and holiday fairs open this weekend along with the Farmers Market and Dean student showcases for acting and dancing. Yes, #artshappenhere in Franklin!

Wednesday, November 30

Escape Into Fiction

6:00pm - Poetry for the People (Escape Into Fiction)

6:30pm - Pointy Strip Star (quilt $kit & class) (Emma’s Quilt & Cupboard)

Thursday, December 1

4:00pm - Tree Lighting (Dean College)

4:00pm - Lego Masters Club (4 weeks $) (Creative Corner Art Studio)

5:30pm - Ken Barney (live music) (La Cantina Winery)

6:30pm - Franklin LGBTQ Alliance (monthly meeting) (Franklin TV Studio)

7:30pm - New Thespian Showcase (ticketed event) (Dean College)

Dean College

Friday, December 2

5:00pm - Cousins Maine Lobster (food Truck) (La Cantina Winery)

5:30pm - Joshua David (live music) (67 Degrees Brewing)

7:30pm - New Dancer Showcase (ticketed event) (Dean College)

Saturday, December 3

9:00am - Christmas Fair (St John’s Episcopal Church)

10:00am - Winter Farmers Market (Fairmount Fruit Market)

10:00am - AcuPUNKture's Local Artisan Holiday Market (AcuPUNKture)

10:00am - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

11:00am - Bollywood Dancing (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm - The Nutcracker (ticketed event) (FPAC Holiday Productions at Franklin High School)

2:00pm - New Dancer Showcase (ticketed event) (Dean College)

FPAC Holiday Productions

7:00pm - The Nutcracker (ticketed event) (FPAC Holiday Productions at Franklin High School)

7:30pm - New Thespian Showcase (ticketed event) (Dean College)

Sunday, December 4

7:00am - “Finding the Light” (free art scavenger hunt, find clues on Facebook @PaintingVenus)

1:00pm - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

2:00pm - The Nutcracker (ticketed event) (FPAC Holiday Productions at Franklin High School)

Tuesday, December 6

6:30pm - Popcorn & Pride (LGBTQ Pride event at 99 Restaurant)

7:00pm - Christmas Trivia Night (St Mary’s Parish) 

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The Franklin Art Association Art Gallery remains open during business hours at Escape into Fiction (Main St, Franklin)

Visit the Cultural District page ->  https://www.franklinculture.org/

Find the full Community event calendar  https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26 

Franklin Cultural District: Arts are happening here!

Reporting by walking around: Photos this week 11/21 - 11/25/22

Found a couple of the hydrants from the painting contest conducted earlier this year.  DPW page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/join-fun-and-enter-franklins-fire-hydrant-painting-event

hydrant from the painting contest 1

hydrant from the painting contest 2

A 10-unit apartment building under construction on Chestnut St

Project documents reviewed by the Planning Board

https://www.franklinma.gov/planning-board/pages/122-chestnut-street

A 10-unit apartment building under construction on Chestnut St

Some trees along the shoreline at DelCarte were removed, new trees are planted and picnic tables are arranged.

trees along the shoreline at DelCarte were removed

Friendly reminder on the Christmas Fair coming up next weekend at St John's Episcopal Church.

Friendly reminder on the Christmas Fair

Friendly reminder on the Tree lighting and Santa's arrival to the Town Common at 4 PM on Sunday, Nov 27, 2022

Friendly reminder on the Tree lighting and Santa's arrival to the Town Common

Christmas Fair returns to St John’s Episcopal Church - Dec 3

Load up the family on Saturday, December 3rd from 9 AM - 2 PM (new end time) for a cookie walk, children’s activities, refreshments, a silent auction, raffle items, and fresh wreaths. 

Fun for all ages!

St John’s Episcopal Church, 237 Pleasant Street, Franklin

For more information:

Call 508-528-2387 Email Admin@StJohnsFranklinMA.org

Like us on Facebook  and Twitter

See our website at www.stjohnsfranklinma.org  

Christmas Fair returns to St John’s Episcopal Church

Are you ready for the 47th Annual Franklin Newcomers Craft Fair on November 5 at Tri-County

The 47th Annual Franklin Newcomers & Friends Craft Fair is set for Sat. November 5, 2022 from 9 AM to 3 PM.

It will still be held at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School, 147 Pond St., Franklin, after taking a break following two years of COVID.

This year, the craft fair will be held at the school’s gymnasium. Plenty of space for mingling, browsing, and shopping. Enter at the left of the building instead of the front doors. Lots of parking right in front of the entrance.

47th Annual Franklin Newcomers Craft Fair

This popular and well-established event features hand-crafted items from artists throughout New England. You’ll find a wonderful selection of items to give yourself or to recognize a birthday, holiday or any other special occasion.

Here’s a sample of what you can buy: home décor and housewares, jewelry,  paper crafts, pets, wood crafts, glass crafts, handbags, health and wellness products, food, holiday, art and photography, bath and body, adult and children’s clothing and accessories.

The club is accepting donations for the Franklin Food Pantry. The entry fee is $3 for people 12 years of age and older.

Visit Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club (FNC) on Facebook for more Craft Fair details: @FranklinNewcomersCraftFair

For club information and activities, visit them on Facebook page: @FranklinNewcomersFriends Club.

Reminder: The 47th Annual Franklin Newcomers Craft Fair is scheduled Nov 5

The 47th Annual Franklin Newcomers & Friends Craft Fair is set for Sat. November 5, 2022 from 9 AM to 3 PM.

It will still be held at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School, 147 Pond St., Franklin, after taking a break following two years of COVID.

This year, the craft fair will be held at the school’s gymnasium. Plenty of space for mingling, browsing, and shopping. Enter at the left of the building instead of the front doors. Lots of parking right in front of the entrance.

47th Annual Franklin Newcomers Craft Fair

This popular and well-established event features hand-crafted items from artists throughout New England. You’ll find a wonderful selection of items to give yourself or to recognize a birthday, holiday or any other special occasion.

Here’s a sample of what you can buy: home décor and housewares, jewelry,  paper crafts, pets, wood crafts, glass crafts, handbags, health and wellness products, food, holiday, art and photography, bath and body, adult and children’s clothing and accessories.

The club is accepting donations for the Franklin Food Pantry. The entry fee is $3 for people 12 years of age and older.

Visit Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club (FNC) on Facebook for more Craft Fair details: @FranklinNewcomersCraftFair

For club information and activities, visit them on Facebook page: @FranklinNewcomersFriends Club.

47th Annual Franklin Newcomers Craft Fair is scheduled for Nov. 5, 2022

The 47th Annual Franklin Newcomers & Friends Craft Fair is set for Sat. November 5, 2022 from 9 AM to 3 PM.

It will still be held at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School, 147 Pond St., Franklin, after taking a break following two years of COVID.

This year, the craft fair will be held at the school’s gymnasium. Plenty of space for mingling, browsing, and shopping. Enter at the left of the building instead of the front doors. Lots of parking right in front of the entrance.

47th Annual Franklin Newcomers Craft Fair

This popular and well-established event features hand-crafted items from artists throughout New England. You’ll find a wonderful selection of items to give yourself or to recognize a birthday, holiday or any other special occasion.

Here’s a sample of what you can buy: home décor and housewares, jewelry,  paper crafts, pets, wood crafts, glass crafts, handbags, health and wellness products, food, holiday, art and photography, bath and body, adult and children’s clothing and accessories.

The club is accepting donations for the Franklin Food Pantry. The entry fee is $3 for people 12 years of age and older.

Visit Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club (FNC) on Facebook for more Craft Fair details: @FranklinNewcomersCraftFair

For club information and activities, visit them on Facebook page: @FranklinNewcomersFriends Club.

Save the Date - Nov 5! The annual Newcomers & Friends Craft Fair returns

From the Newcomers & Friends group we share: 

"SAVE THE DATE!!!

Our 2022 Craft Fair will be held on November 5, 2022"

You can follow the Facebook event for updates ->   https://www.facebook.com/114929218666632/posts/2108145936011607/

Or continue to watch this space for updates as the event approaches

Save the Date - Nov 5! The annual Newcomers & Friends Craft Fair returns

Franklin gearing up for the Franklin Cultural Festival - Sep 12, 2021

The Franklin Cultural Council is gearing up for the Franklin Cultural Festival, a large community gathering, held on Sunday, September 12 from 12 PM - 6 PM on the Franklin Town Common. The theme of the Franklin Cultural Festival this year is “Community Unity”. 

The festival is intended to bring community together to celebrate Franklin and celebrate arts and culture. Eight sweet and savory food trucks will allow sampling of various cuisines from seafood to Italian to frozen treats. Both La Cantina and 67 Brewery will be on hand to serve craft beer and wine. 

A series of live dance and music performers, including the headliner and nationally known Salsa Band “Eguie Castrillo & Mar del Norte Salsa Orchestra“. Salsa lessons will be given on the commons during this performance.

There will be an Indian Sari Showcase on the mainstage as well as performances given by local talent.  Over 30 artisans will show their handmade wares in the juried Craft Fair that will be spread across the town common. 

For more information about the Franklin Cultural Festival, or to apply to be a vendor, please email franklinculturalcouncil02038@gmail.com. The Craft Fair and live performances are all free to attend. 

 

Franklin gearing up for the Franklin Cultural Festival - Sep 12, 2021

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club annual Craft Fair - Nov 9

SAVE THE DATE!  - Nov 9

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club annual Craft Fair is coming up. This non-profit fair will be held on Saturday, November 9th at Tri-Country High School in Franklin. 

Hours are 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. There is a $3 entry fee - children 12 and under are free. 

In addition to almost 70 artisans, there will be a bake sale table and raffle table. We are collecting non-perishable items for the Franklin Food Pantry - thank you in advance for any donations! All proceeds are donated to local charities and non-profit organizations. 

 

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club annual Craft Fair - Nov 9

Annual Craft Fair - Nov 9

Save the Date!!! The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club is hosting their annual Craft Fair on Saturday, November 9, 2019. 

This long-running Franklin tradition will be held at Tri-County High School, 147 Pond Street, Franklin from 9 AM to 3 PM. We are excited to host over 70 artisans at this juried craft fair. All proceeds are donated to local charitable organizations. 

In addition, there will be a bake sale table and we welcome donations of non-perishable goods that will be brought to the Franklin Food Pantry. 

Vendor applications are still being accepted; they are available on our website at franklinnewcomers.com. We only accept applications for homemade items not commercially manufactured items.

 

Annual Craft Fair - Nov 9

Taste of ArtWeek tickets now on sale!

Food trucks, beer & wine garden, live performances, craft fair, art show and more!

Food truck and beer garden tickets are now available online! For more information, the performance line up, or to purchase tickets, go to https://randomsmile.org/festival! Are you a crafter? We have just 4 booths left available in the craft fair! Download the fair information here. https://gallery.mailchimp.com/9f1ff188fa31b9964acfa8e2c/files/a7698baa-9618-429c-800d-7f7302757f37/Taste_of_ArtWeek_craft_fair_prospectus.pdf Copyright © 2019 Franklin Cultural Council, All rights reserved. Received this from a friend? Subscribe to our email list. Our mailing address is: 355 East Central Street, Franklin, MA 02038 Questions? Contact FCC Chair Stacey David at franklinculturalcouncil02038 [at] gmail.com

Fine Crafters Wanted!

The Franklin Cultural Council is hosting a Juried Craft Fair as one element of Taste of ArtWeek, an event that also includes food trucks, a beer garden, and live performances on April 27. 

The Craft Fair will be made up of adult work by professional and semi-professional artisans, as well as a youth section of booths for crafters 18 and under. 

Taste of ArtWeek is a kick-off celebration to Franklin ArtWeek, part of the statewide ArtWeek festival, and is hosted by the Franklin Cultural Council in partnership with the Random Smile Project. 

To request a prospectus on the Craft Fair, please visit: http://bit.ly/Taste_craft_fair

Fine Crafters Wanted! 

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Franklin Newcomers and Friends 45th annual Craft Fair - Nov 10

Less than a week to go until the Franklin Newcomers and Friends 45th annual Craft Fair! 

It will be held this Saturday, November 10, from 9 AM to 3 PM at the Tri-County High School in Franklin. 

Entry fee is $3, no charge for children ages 12 and under.

In addition to all the great artisans, bake table items and raffle prizes, we'll be collecting donations for the Franklin Food Pantry. 

Please consider bringing some items on their current needs list:

• Flour (white, 2 lbs. or larger)
• Coffee
• White tuna
• Stuffing
• Granola bars
• Small boxes of cereal
• Apple filling
• Soap bars
• Toothbrushes
• Feminine hygiene products
• Razors
• Toothpaste
• Deodorant

Thank you in advance for your donations!

Franklin Newcomers and Friends 45th annual Craft Fair - Nov 10

45th Annual Craft Fair - Nov 10

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends 45th Annual Craft Fair is coming up. Come get a start on your Holiday Shopping . . . or find the perfect birthday, anniversary, housewarming, etc ... gift. 

The Craft Fair will be held on Saturday, November 10 from 9 AM to 3 PM at the Tri-County High School, 147 Pond Street, in Franklin, MA. All proceeds go to local charities. 

In addition to the Artisans we will have a Bake Sale Table, Raffles and we are accepting donations for the Franklin Food Pantry.

Interested Crafters of handmade items are welcome to request an application by sending an email to franklincraftfair@gmail.com.

45th Annual Craft Fair - Nov 10

45th Annual Franklin Newcomers and Friends Craft Fair - Nov 10

SAVE THE DATE!! 

The 45th Annual Franklin Newcomers and Friends Craft Fair is to be held on Saturday, November 10, 2018 from 9 AM to 3 PM at Tri-County High School in Franklin. Proceeds are distributed to local charities and non-profit organizations.  
Vendor applications are still being accepted. Send us an email at franklincraftfair@gmail.com for an application. Mark your calendar!!!

 45th Annual Franklin Newcomers and Friends Craft Fair - Nov 10