Franklin Cultural District: Museum Gala, blues concert, silent movie, vacation week events & more as #artshappenhere

Wednesday, April 10

1:00pm Senior Scribblers

Thursday, April 11

7:00pm Night at the Museum Gala

Friday, April 12

10:00am Knitting Group

1:00pm Animals in the Spring

7:30pm James Montgomery Band with the Daybreakers

Saturday, April 13

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:30am Animal Affair

2:00pm Holi Celebration

3:00pm April Fool’s Concert

6:00pm Silent Saturdays: "Metropolis"

Sunday, April 14

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

1:15pm Second Sunday Speaker

2:00pm Eid Celebration

Monday, April 15 - Tax Day/Marathon Monday/Patriots Day

Tuesday, April 16

10:30am Toe Jam Puppet Band!

6:00pm Table Top

7:00pm Trivia Night

7:30pm Voice of Franklin, part of Toastmasters International

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The Franklin Art Association Art Gallery remains open for viewing (and purchasing the art displayed) during business hours at Escape into Fiction (Main St, Franklin)

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 Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/month/39/2023-12

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!

Children’s Museum of Franklin Gala is happening Thursday, April 11 at THE BLACK BOX. Will you be there?

The first benefit event for Children's Museum of Franklin, the Night at the Museum Gala, is coming up Thursday, April 11!

This will be a celebratory evening of friends, exhibit play, live jazz music, food, and conversation! Beyond a fun night out, your attendance is instrumental to the Children's Museum of Franklin.  

Just another reason to plan to attend with friends – group ticket packages are available. If you are unable to attend on April 11, please consider supporting us in the following ways:

• Donate to the Children's Museum of Franklin. Donations of every amount add up and will be what opens our doors full-time!
• Spread the word. Encourage your friends, family and neighbors to attend the Gala or to donate to this cause.
• Bid on amazing packages in our Online Silent Auction. The auction runs through April 11.

Get your tickets for the Gala -> https://www.childrensmuseumfranklin.org/gala

It is community participation and support that will bring the Children's Museum of Franklin to life full-time.

We hope to see you on April 11!

Cheers!

Erin Gallagher & Meg Hagen

Children’s Museum of Franklin Gala is happening Thursday, April 11

SAFE Coalition celebrates 8 year anniversary with an Open House - April 5 from 11 AM to 2 PM

Via the SAFE Coalition: 

"Let’s celebrate 8 years! 

On Friday, April 5th, we are excited to host an open house to celebrate 8 official years of supporting our community! 

Come on down, grab a snack, meet the staff, and see the space! 

We would LOVE to see you!"

Did you get tickets for their Gala at THE BLACK BOX on May 1?

https://www.safecoalitionma.org/2nd-annual-safe-coalition-gala

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/C4tMRsoRgXl/

SAFE Coalition celebrates 8 year anniversary with an Open House - April 5 from 11 AM to 2 PM

Enjoy the fund raising for the Children’s Museum of Franklin Benefit Gala on April 11

The Night at the Museum Gala is coming up Thursday, April 11!

View this email in your browser Children's Museum of Franklin is a community-focused 501(c)(3) non-profit organization serving Franklin, MA and the surrounding region. We believe that play is integral to learning and development. With that at heart, we're building an interactive and imaginative space where children and families can come together to discover, imagine, and grow. Children's Museum of Franklin strives to inspire the next generation and to build a community of intentional connection through play and exploration. Over the last several weeks, Children's Museum of Franklin hosted its first two Mobile Museum pop-up events. We had nearly 1,000 people attend. We are overwhelmed (in a great way!) by the joy and community enthusiasm. This show of support has only enhanced our excitement as we move forward with the development of The Museum. Children's Museum of Franklin is hosting its first major community awareness and fundraising event, Night at the Museum Gala, on Thursday, April 11. Join us for an evening of friends, exhibit play, live entertainment, food, and conversation. Have fun with friends: forward this invite on to your community! We hope to see you on April 11. Cheers! Meg & Erin When: Thursday, April 11 from 7:00–10:00 p.m. Where: THE BLACK BOX This is a 21+ event. Get your tickets here! Copyright (C) 2024 Children's Museum of Franklin. All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website.

Save the Date! Children’s Museum of Franklin Gala - April 11 at THE BLACK BOX

Save the Date! 

Children’s Museum of Franklin Gala - April 11 at THE BLACK BOX

Find out more about the Children's Museum of Franklin ->    https://www.childrensmuseumfranklin.org/

Save the Date! Children’s Museum of Franklin Gala - April 11 at THE BLACK BOX

Tune in to the 2022 FPAC GALA AND TELETHON - Saturday, Nov 5

The 2022 FPAC GALA AND TELETHON is scheduled for Saturday, Nov 5, 2022.

Hosted by Ben Cameron! Red Carpet hosted by Christopher Rice-Thomson! 

And, of course, enjoy top-notch FPAC GALA ENTERTAINMENT featuring Ben Cameron, Emily Koch, Nick Rehberger, Christopher Rice-Thomson, Tyrick Wiltez Jones, Ali Funkhouser, Nick Paone, and Robbie Resigno! With a 9-piece band music directed by Hallie Wetzell! 

New this year! The Telethon will be televised live and free thanks to Franklin TV!  Tune in on the FPAC YouTube channel to watch live!

7:30pm Red Carpet
8:00pm Gala & Telethon 

FPAC YOUTUBE ->   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkIQaPpreP8oF9ISrV6pOZg

FRANKLIN.TV ->  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCahhxS6rENnYA3iH0pgf0jA

FPAC Gala Auction Items (open for online bidding) -> https://event.auctria.com/e550951d-6f07-4fc2-b3dc-a92cc2a2e1f0/a780d600ec2e11e9ae081db830846aa5

Tune in to the 2022 FPAC GALA AND TELETHON - Saturday, Nov 5 

FPAC to Hold Virtual Gala and Telethon Hosted by Broadway’s Ben Cameron - Nov 14

The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) will hold a Virtual Gala and Telethon hosted by Broadway’s Ben Cameron (original cast of Wicked) on Saturday, November 14 at 8:00 pm. The evening will include live and silent auctions, a celebrity telethon, and great performances streamed live from THE BLACK BOX by Broadway stars Emily Koch (Wicked, Waitress), Jim Hogan (Waitress, Phantom of the Opera), Tyrick Wiltez Jones (Hairspray, Finian’s Rainbow), Christopher Rice (Hamilton, The Book of Mormon, Pretty Woman), Clay Thomson (Newsies, Matilda, King Kong), and other FPAC favorites.

A premium ticket for the event will include a Celebrity Dinner Delivery with food by 3 Restaurant and a Gala Swag Bag. A VIP ticket includes drive-through dinner pick up with food by 3 Restaurant. The Virtual Ticket allows guests to enjoy the amazing entertainment, telethon, and auctions from the comfort of their home.

Throughout the pandemic, FPAC has continued to provide entertainment in a safe way. From the middle of March through May, FPAC presented a nightly concert series on Facebook Live featuring performances from Broadway stars and FPAC professional performers. As soon as it was allowed, THE BLACK BOX began presenting socially-distanced entertainment outside on their parking lot stage throughout the summer and fall. FPAC recently finished the run of their first socially-distanced book musical You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown.

Gala and telethon proceeds will benefit the initiatives of FPAC and THE BLACK BOX. From the beginning, FPAC has followed a mission dedicated to promoting the performing arts with an emphasis on youth development. Through FPAC, THE BLACK BOX stage is graced by Broadway stars, professional artists, local amateurs, and students of the arts. Their performances feature live orchestras and professional artists, and they often provide a first glimpse into the world of theater for local youth.

For tickets and more information, visit www.FPAConline.com or call 508-528-3370.  Or directly at https://www.fpaconline.com/news1.php?id=1397

 

FPAC to Hold Virtual Gala and Telethon Hosted by Broadway’s Ben Cameron - Nov 14

You are invited to celebrate with FPAC - Nov 14

Join us for a unique evening of entertainment, food, fun, and fundraising for FPAC and THE BLACK BOX!!

HOSTED BY BROADWAY'S BUDDY BEN CAMERON
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 8 p.m.

Enjoy at home a delicious DINNER prepared and packaged by "3"!  Your dinner can be delivered to you by one of our celebrity guests or you can drive-through at THE BLACK BOX to pick it up.
 
Dress up (OR NOT)!  Send us a picture of Your 2020 GALA LOOK and be entered to win a prize!
 
After your pre-show cocktail hour and dinner at home, get ready for our virtual event!  The fun begins when you join our LIVESTREAM at 8:00 p.m.
 
Dive into your GALA SWAG BAG and see what gifts and surprises are yours!  Dessert is included in your treasure trove!
 
Enjoy FPAC's GALA HOST and Your Broadway Buddy – Ben Cameron!!
 
Participate in our ONLINE AUCTION before and during the Gala!  The ONLINE AUCTION goes live on November 1st – start bidding!!
 
Bid on our featured "LIVE" AUCTION ITEMS!
 
Call in to our GALA TELETHON!  Make a donation and chat it up with one of our Celebrity Guests Jim Hogan, Tyrick Wiltez Jones, Emily Koch, Christopher Rice or Clay Thomson!

Celebrity Guests Jim Hogan, Tyrick Wiltez Jones, Emily Koch, Christopher Rice or Clay Thomson

And, of course, enjoy top-notch FPAC Gala ENTERTAINMENT featuring our Broadway Friends and FPAC Favorites!

During GALA TECH WEEK watch for daily fun including the Gala cocktail recipe and celebrity promo fun!

A special Gala pre-show production number will be premiered featuring FPAC youth, alumni, and special guests.  Students whose parents have purchased two VIP or Premium tickets are welcome to participate in the GALA VIDEO, choreographed and produced by Christopher Rice and Clay Thomson!

Gala proceeds benefit initiatives of
THE BLACK BOX and FRANKLIN PERFORMING ARTS COMPANY

 Purchase Tickets Today!

 

Encore Music: TICKETS AVAILABLE: You are invited to join us in giving The Gift of Music!

The Gift of Music Fundraising Gala TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE You're Invited! WHEN:  Sunday, November 10th from 5:00pm to 10:00pm WHERE: The Milford DoubleTree Hotel at 11 Beaver Street On Sunday, November 10th, The Encore Music Education Foundation, Inc., in collaboration with Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios, is hosting a fundraiser for The Foundation's scholarship program. The evening will include: Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and a sit-down dinner Live performances by Encore ensembles and soloists Silent Auction and Raffles Purchase tickets at the link below, and join the event on Facebook!  Buy Tickets Now https://encoremusicacademy.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=eb54fbf3dd80bdbef8d1ee90f&id=ab1f9dd908&e=7bf06582a2 AUCTION ITEMS SOON AVAILABLE TO VIEW:  The Gift of Music Silent Auction online opens on October 15th and will close on November 10th at 9pm. Live, in-person bidding will take place at the event on Sunday, November 10th from 5:00-9:00pm. Bookmark the auction page to keep an eye out as new items are revealed: BiddingForGood: The Gift of Music Auction Mobile-friendly auction page: The Gift of Music Auction (Mobile) Copyright © 2019 Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios, All rights reserved. Provided Email and authorization via registration forms or webform Our mailing address is: Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios 3 Bent St Franklin, MA 02038

"The Gift of Music": Don't Forget to Save the Date - Nov 10

Give the gift of music at our gala event coming up...

Mark your calendars and join us once more for an unforgettable evening! The Encore Music Education Foundation presents "The Gift of Music", a fundraising gala this Fall on Sunday, November 10th at the Milford DoubleTree Hotel from 5:00-10:00 PM. Tickets will be on sale soon so watch your email for the purchase link! Copyright © *2019* *Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios*, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios 3 Bent St Franklin, MA 02038

"The Gift of Music" Fall Event: Save the Date - Nov 10, 2019

Give the gift of music at our gala event this Fall... 

Mark your calendars and join us once more for an unforgettable evening! The Encore Music Education Foundation presents "The Gift of Music", a fundraising gala this Fall on Sunday, November 10th at the Milford DoubleTree Hotel. Mark the date and stay tuned for more information in the coming months.  Copyright © *2019* *Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios*, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios 3 Bent St Franklin, MA 02038

Broadway’s Ben Cameron hosts FPAC Gala - Oct 6

Tickets are still available for this weekend’s Franklin Performing Arts Company Gala: an evening to celebrate Family, Friendship and The Arts. Hosted by Broadway's Ben Cameron, FPAC's Annual Gala takes place on October 6 at 6 PM at THE BLACK BOX. The evening features fine food and drink, live and silent auctions, outstanding entertainment, live music, and dancing. Performers include Broadway’s Ben Cameron, FPAC favorites, and special guest Chaz Wolcott.

Ben Cameron

Ben Cameron has appeared on Broadway in Aida and the original casts of Wicked and Footloose. He has toured with Sweet Charity, Fame, Tommy, Footloose, and State Fair and is currently the creator/host of Broadway Sessions at The Laurie Beechman Theater in New York City. 

Chaz Wolcott toured with Disney’s Newsies for two years, appeared in the live film version of the show from Hollywood’s Pantages Theatre, and was featured on FOX’s So You Think You Can Dance. Wolcott is the choreographer for FPAC’s upcoming production of Disney’s Newsies.

Tickets to the Gala fundraiser are $125 per person, with proceeds benefiting initiatives of THE BLACK BOX and FPAC. 

Chaz Wolcott

Founded in 1991, FPAC brings together professional artists, local performers, and students of the arts in a collaborative and creative environment, with a special focus on youth development and a commitment to live music. THE BLACK BOX theater, music, and event venue is a community-oriented cultural facility providing a dynamic outlet for artistic expression, quality entertainment, arts appreciation, and learning.

For more information or to purchase FPAC Gala tickets, call (508) 528-3370 or visit www.FPAConline.com and www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com.