Franklin Matters
Providing accurate and timely information about what matters in Franklin, MA since 2007. * Working in collaboration with Franklin TV and Radio (wfpr.fm) since October 2019 *
Saturday, September 19, 2026
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, September 19, 2026 ???
Jenna Reilly invites you to the Harvest Festival, Sep 26, 2026 (video)
Harvest Festival Team Sets its Play List of Performers
- Critical Mass / 12-2:30 pm
- Padula Family Band / 12-2:30 pm
- Feet in Motion / 1:30 and 3 pm
- Desi Swag Queens / 2:45-3 pm
- Jamie Barrett / 3-5 pm
- Franklin School for the Performing Arts / 3-5 pm
The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization made up of more than 350 business owners, residents, and community leaders working to revitalize downtown Franklin. Residents can join the Downtown Partnership for only $25. The Partnership manages events like the Strawberry Stroll and the Harvest Festival, and initiatives such as beautification, streetscape design, green space, alley murals, and sculpture projects. For more information go to www.franklindowntownpartnership.org.
FHS field hockey, golf and football (video) teams post wins on Friday
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Horace Mann & The Framingham Legacy
Franklin Lions colleccting pull tabs for Shriners Hospital through Nov 8, 2026
A Book Workshop Saturday, Sep 19 at the Franklin Historical Museum at 2 PM
Save the date: Franklin SEPAC Meet & Greet scheduled for October 22
Join Franklin SEPAC for a Meet & Greet and an opportunity for parents and caregivers to connect with members of Franklin’s Student Services administration and one another.
Come say hello, ask questions, make connections, and enjoy some light refreshments. 💙
📍 Franklin High School — Media Room
🗓 October 22
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
We hope to see you there!
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: Construction Updates ~ Monday, Sept. 21 through Friday Sept. 25
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday, September 19, 2026
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: (see image)
Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf
Friday, September 18, 2026
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, September 18, 2026 ???
Fallen Hero Recognition: Levi Pieri - Sep 18, 2026, 9 AM
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| Fallen Hero Recognition during 2024 |
Franklin Farmers Market Friday on the Town Common with musical entertainment from "Critical Mass"
Join us on Friday, September 18, 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, Critical Mass, and food truck from @tcscoops
Some of our weekly local vendors who are going to be there this week are: @edwardscoffeecompany, Eric's Sharper Edge, Everything Jalapeno and NOT, @fairmountfruitfarm, @first_leaves_family_farm, @franklin_hny and many more!
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!"
We’re excited to have Critical Mass joining us on Sep 18 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 acoustic music from Critical Mass.
This performance is sponsored by the @franklinculturalcouncil02038 and the @masscultural
See you Friday!"
Town Council recognizes retirees, proclaims Hunger Action Month, gets updates on legislative items, Food Pantry, Safe Coalition & 250 Annive Celebration (video)
https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09162026-2512
FRANKLIN TV video is available for replay in 2 parts. Zoom automatically restarted during the session and while Zoom and the cable broadcast resumed automatically, the YuTube stream needed to be restarted.
Part 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yU90Rl52sE
Part 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_v6EpsdI8dY
- announces grant received of $6 for Fire Dept
- reminder to sign up for the Franklin First newsletter
- Touts future sessions Oct 14, 28, and Nov 4 to help prepare for the tax rate setting later this year
Town Staff Retirements i. John Rondeau, Facilities, 35 Years ii. Michael Ellsworth, Facilities, 33 Years iii. Patrick Farrell, DPW, 32 Years iv. Irene McDonough, Facilities, 29 Years v. Jon Chalk, Fire Dept, 21 Years
FHS girls & boys soccer teams both top Foxboro by 1-0 scores on Thursday
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| FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com |

















