What's happening in Franklin, MA: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 ???

Tuesday, January 13

4:00pm FYHA fund raising (McDonald's)

7:00pm FBRTC Rail Trail Cmte Mtg (Franklin TV and Radio)

Library &  Senior Center events

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/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

**  Town Meetings today   **

250th Anniversary Celebration Committee Meeting

Tuesday, January 13 Time: 5:30 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01132026-2074 

Franklin School Committee -Policy Subcommittee Meeting

Tuesday, January 13 Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01132026-2087 

Franklin School Committee

Tuesday, January 13 Time: 7:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01132026-2086 

Friends of the Franklin Public Library Meeting

Tuesday, January 13 Time: 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM

No agenda available at this time

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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

Traffic alert for St Mary's/Town Common area on Wednesday & Thursday

Be aware:

"Uxbridge Police Officer Stephen A. LaPorta will be laid to rest Thursday after he was killed when he was struck by a tractor-trailer while assisting a driver at the site of a crash last week, officials said.

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday at St. Mary Parish in Franklin followed by a private burial, State Police said in a statement. A wake is scheduled for Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. also at St. Mary Parish, according to State Police."

What does this means for Franklin?

• 

  Traffic alert for St Mary's/Town Common
  area on Wednesday & Thursday

  Franklin Public Schools have early dismissal on Wednesday

• Franklin Senior Center closes at noon on Wednesday, AND all day Thursday.

• Traffic will be stopped from using the Town Common area in front of St Mary's Church

Continue the Globe article -> https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/11/metro/uxbridge-police-officer-funeral/?s_campaign=sharetool_copypaste_view

Haven Hot Chicken looking to fill Franklin's cravings !!!

Monday evening, I had the opportunity to preview the 10th store for Haven, the first in Massachusetts, which also gives Franklin another in a long line of firsts.

They are serious about premium chicken. Per my brief conversation with Etkin Tekin, CEO & Co-Founder, 3 of the 4 co-founders are in Franklin for the opening.

• The Franklin management team has been in training to prepare for Wednesday's opening since July, 2025
• The Franklin operation has been schooled in the Haven "hot chicken" process which takes 3 days of prep for the chicken (marinade, etc.) before getting selected for your meal
• There is a special fund raising coupon available (image not accepted) to help Franklin High School

They are scheduled to open Wednesday, Jan 14. Find out more about them and their menu ->  https://www.havenhotchicken.com/franklin-ma

special fund raising coupon available

2025 Hockomock Sports Volleyball Awards recognize Kuykendall, Alberti, O’Connor & Delleo

Franklin senior outside hitter Makayla Kuykendall has been selected as the 2025 HockomockSports.com Volleyball Player of the Year. Kuykendall capped a dominant four-year career by leading the Panthers to their first-ever state championship, serving as the centerpiece of the most successful season in program history.

A two-time HockomockSports.com First Team selection who also earned Second Team honors in 2023, Kuykendall has been the focal point of Franklin’s attack for the past couple of seasons and a consistent presence in all six rotations. Her ability to contribute at a high level in every phase of the game made her one of the most reliable players in the league and a driving force behind the Panthers’ title run.

Continue reading the full article (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/awards/volleyball/2025-2/

2025 Hockomock Sports Volleyball Awards recognize
Kuykendall, Alberti, O’Connor & Delleo (Photo credit HockomockSports.com)

HockomockSports.com First Team

• Makayla Kuykendall – Franklin – Outside Hitter
• Olivia Alberti – Franklin – Middle

HockomockSports.com Second Team

• Phoebe O’Connor – Franklin – Setter
• Emerson Delleo – Franklin – Outside Hitter

FHS gymnastics vs King Philip on Monday

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Winter sports competition for Franklin High School on Monday, January 12, 2026

Gymnastics = Franklin @ King Philip, 8:30

FHS gymnastics vs King Philip on Monday

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)  

https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-01-12-26/

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

Franklin Downtown Partnership Posts its 2026 Event and Meeting Schedule

The Franklin Downtown Partnership has set their 2026 schedule for their annual community events and business meetings. Events are open to the public. Meetings are for FDP members. Mark your calendar!

Event Dates:

Ladybug Trail Spring Walk  Sat. April 25    9 am – all day Rain Date April 26

Spring Beautification Day Sat. May 16     9 am - 12 pm  

Strawberry Stroll            Fri. June 12      4 pm - 8 pm Rain Date June 13

Harvest Festival            Sat. Sept. 26    12 pm - 5 pm Rain Date Sept. 27

Winter Decorating Day Sat. Nov. 21 9 am - 12 pm

FDP Business Meeting Dates: 

February 5, April 2, June 4, September 3, November 5

General meetings are open to FDP members only. The meetings are a good opportunity to introduce your business and network. For more information contact FDP at downtownfranklin@yahoo.com or call 774-571-3109. To become a member, visit the website at franklindowntownpartnership.org.

Follow the FDP on Instagram and Facebook at:

https://www.instagram.com/franklindowntownpartnership/  and  

https://www.facebook.com/franklindowntownpartnership.org/

The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization made up of more than 375 business owners, residents, and community leaders working to revitalize downtown Franklin. Residents can join the Downtown Partnership for $25. In addition to managing events like Strawberry Stroll, Harvest Festival, and Beautification Days, the Partnership also manages the streetscape design, greenspace, alley murals, and sculpture projects. For more information go to www.franklindowntownpartnership.org

FYHA Youth Night, Thursday, January 15

Youth Night is almost here! 

FYHA Youth Night, Thursday, January 15

We are proud to host this special night in partnership with the Franklin Flyers to celebrate our future Panthers. 

Youth players be sure to wear your team jersey for free admission! 

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

Franklin First Newsletter - Volume 13

January 12, 2026 Franklin First Newsletter - Volume 13 Please enjoy this 2025 year-end edition of the Franklin First Newsletter!  Note, due to staffing shortages, the Town Administration Dept. has not been able to release Franklin First since September 19th.  We expect a Communications Director to be on staff in February and we look forward to resuming a regular newsletter cycle and putting out more content in 2026! Click to read the latest volume of Franklin First. Click here to sign up for notifications. View it on website

   

Or view the PDF version of the newsletter here -> 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VhXAtBIjNbt5XeyXwboL8WupWpwcI6lV/view?usp=drive_link

Updates to Beaver St. Interceptor Project for week of Jan 12 - 16, 2025

Construction Updates ~ Monday (1/12) Through Friday (1/16)

Fisher Street Easement  - Monday (1/12) thru Friday (1/16) - 7AM to 4PM

• The contractor will be working off the road along Fisher Street.  There are no anticipated traffic impacts at this location.

Beaver Street Pump Station

• 
  At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with construction of the exterior building structure, internal building component installation, and final site work.

RT. 140 (West Central Street)

• No work planned this week

For additional info -> https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/557/Beaver-Street-Interceptor-BSI-Project

Rise Up Social Hour This Saturday, January 17 at 10 AM

Good morning, 

Our next Rise Up Social Hour is this Saturday!

Date: Saturday, January 17th

Time: 10:00 AM

Location: Franklin United Methodist Church

82 West Central St, Franklin, MA 02038

Parking: On the left side of the building

Entrance: On the left side of the building (choice of ramp or stairs)

Restrooms: There is a handicap accessible restroom.

Outline:

• open social time
• creating vision boards: supplies and guidance for how to make one included (you don't have to make one if you don't want to - come anyway to hang out!)
• wrap-up

Hope to see you Saturday!!

Rise Up Social Hour This Saturday, January 17 at 10 AM

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This one-hour social meet-up is intended to be a safe space for:

• individuals navigating life with disability to meet others they can relate with
• community partners to learn more about the population and share resources
• support persons to meet other support persons

For additional information about this event, please visit ->  https://alirheaume.com/rise-up

Parents and student athletes: If you’re hearing from sports agents, you’ll want to read this

Parents and student athletes: If you're hearing from sports agents, you'll want to read this By BCP Staff If you're hoping your athletic talents will lead you to endorsements during college or eventually to pro sports, signing with a sports agent might be an exciting first step — but it's also serious business.  That's why the FTC is seeking information from universities about sports agents' compliance with the Sports Agent Responsibility and Trust Act.  SPARTA requires agents to provide important information to student athletes and schools about agency contracts — and prohibits them from making false or misleading statements to student athletes or offering illegal gifts to induce student athletes to sign agency contracts. Read more ->  https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2026/01/parents-and-student-athletes-if-youre-hearing-sports-agents-youll-want-read?utm_source=govdelivery

            

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Tuesday, January 13, 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:

wfpr.fm Schedule for Tuesday, Franklin Public Radio

Tuesday

SAFE Radio – Jim Derick and Dr. Anne Bergen Addressing issues of Drug Abuse Disorder 

Jazz Journey – with Pamela Hines - An insightful tour of Jazz Greats in a golden era

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm Schedule for Tuesday

Franklin TV schedule for Tuesday, January 13, 2026 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

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

7:00 am ArtWeek: Theater in the Open

7:30 am      Once Upon A Town: The Rome Block

9:00 am Universe of Adolescent Sleep

10:00 am Frank's Musings: Venezuela

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: French Toast

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Chicken Pot Pie

1:30 pm         Pizzapalooza: Emergency Pizza

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2019 Show 3

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 9

3:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Student Athletes Show 2 12-12-25

5:30 pm Metrowest Symposium: Equity & Access in Arts & Culture

6:30 pm Sons & Daughters of Italy: Italian Immigrants

8:00 pm Jon Mitchell & Randy LaRosa: 12-Tone Music

9:00 pm FPAC: The Nutcracker Day Two

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

7:00 am All-Town Showcase 2024: Chorus and Orchestra

8:30 am FHS Concert Hour 02-26-25

10:00 am Universe of Adolescent Sleep

11:00 am All-Town Showcase 2024: Band

1:30 pm      FHS Girls Varsity Hockey v Mansfield 01-07-26

4:00 pm FHS Varsity Swimming v Taunton 01-09-26

8:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Student Athletes Show 2 12-12-25

9:30 pm Franklin Footlighters: High School Musical Jr.

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

8:00 am School Committee 12-09-25

12:00 pm Police Station Building Committee 01-06-26

2:00 pm School Committee 12-09-25

7:00 pm School Committee  CHAMBERS  898 1569 7830  Code 773585

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: Monday, January 12, 2026 ???

Monday, January 12

Library & Senior Center events

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/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

**  Town Meetings today   **

Franklin Housing Authority Meeting

Monday, January 12 Time: 4:30 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01122026-2080 

Franklin Public School Community Relations Sub Committee Meeting

Monday, January 12 Time: 6:30 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01122026-2082 

Planning Board Meeting

Monday, January 12 Time: 7:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01122026-2083 

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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