What's happening in Franklin, MA: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 ???

Tuesday, September 8

Trash and recycling collection will be delayed one day due to the holiday.

Those normally on Monday, are now scheduled for Tuesday, etc.

Santa Fe Burrito fund raiser for FHS Boys Soccer

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/09/fhs-boys-soccer-fund-raiser-at-sante-fe.html

12:00pm Community Closet (Franklin United Methodist Church)

4:00pm FSPA Open House (38 Main St)

5:00pm Tuesday Night Cruise (Kings Brick Oven Pizza & Pub)

6:30pm Friends of the Franklin Library September Board Meeting (Franklin Public Library)

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

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/DocumentCenter/View/10676/September-2026-Newsletter?bidId=

*** Town Meetings today ***

Franklin Public Schools Policy Subcommittee Meeting

Tuesday, September 8 Time: 6:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09082026-2485 

Franklin School Committee Meeting

Tuesday, September 8 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09082026-2487 

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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

Finesse Figure Skating Club schedules Open Houses for Sep 10 & Sep 17

Have you heard about the Finesse Figure Skating Club? 

They practice in Franklin and the majority of the skaters live in Franklin. They have scheduled a Free Open House on 9/10 and 9/17. 

Free Skating Open House!

Dates: Sept 10th and 17th

Location: Pirelli Veterans Arena

Open to all skaters ages 6 to adult!

On-ice skate with the team 4:00-4:50pm 

Off-ice stretching and conditioning 5:00-5:30pm

Must have your own skates (no rentals available)

Register online for our Free Open House here: https://www.skatewithfinesse.com/finesse-team-skating

Any questions, email skatewithfinesse@gmail.com

Four & half hour September 2, 2026 Town Council meeting in 3 parts for ease of listening (audio)

This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. The Council held this session as scheduled beginning at 6 PM. 7 members participated in Chambers, 2 remotely so all votes were via roll call.  

The meeting recording is divided into 3 parts

Part 1 - opening through to Police Chief appointment (approx. 90 minutes)

Part 1 - Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1814-franklin-ma-town-council-mtg-p1-of-3-09-02-26/

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Part 2 - other appointments, excess sewer capacity discussion and Legislation for action (approx. 50 minutes)

Part 2 - Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1815-franklin-ma-town-council-mtg-p2-of-3-09-02-26/

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Part 3 - presentation on TOwn of Franklin properties by Kate Hinckley, GIS and discussion on the key decisions to be made; Police station site, then what dominos follow, Parmenter, Davis Thayer, 275 Beaver St, etc. (approx 2 hours)

Part 3 - Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1816-franklin-ma-town-council-mtg-p3-of-3-09-02-26/

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Quick Recap:

The recap and my notes can be found

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/09/town-council-approve-west-as-police.html 

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Franklin TV YouTube video - 

https://www.youtube.com/live/uMeOjqTdAEw?si=qSIBaHW_AgOh6RCn&t=57 

Agenda doc for this session - 

The modified agenda for this session (modified to remove the Executive Session)

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09022026-2482 

My full set of notes captured during the meeting in one PDF

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-5-_8ZH8wT7D-xz8WH0fdzhWQCW2jIg9/view?usp=drive_link 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. 

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

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Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/  or www.franklin.news 

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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FHS boys soccer fund raiser at Santa Fe Burrito, Tuesday, Sep 8

"First game Tuesday (tomorrow)! Let Santa Fe take care of dinner after the game."

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

Reminder: Yard sale time at the Franklin Senior Center - Saturday, Sep 12

Yes, the Franklin Senior Center is having a Yard Sale on Saturday, September 12 from 9 AM to 2 PM.  

If it rains, the yard sale will be inside the Center.

Download the flyer as a reminder or to share

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AJx2lV_gmTHW2s8MkAX09MhXvhJP120H/view?usp=drive_link

Space available in co-ed Rec soccer programs for 7th-12th graders

via Franklin HS Soccer Boosters

"Do you have–or know anyone who has a 7th-12th grader who enjoys playing soccer, but isn’t currently on a team for any reason? Maybe your family is juggling too much to commit to the travel program, another program didn’t have enough space for your child, or your child would just prefer to play a more fun-focused game? Good news!

We still have space in our co-ed Rec soccer programs for 7th-12th graders!

This is a co-ed program with an intramural style of play. The goal is to have fun playing soccer and expect some dynamic changes game day while we figure out how to keep the teams even during the game.

- Practice once a week in Franklin (day/time TBD)

- One game a week for 8 Saturdays in Franklin at 1:30pm (beginning 9/26)

- Format- (either 7v7, 9v9, or 11v11 simply based on numbers)

If your 7th-12th grader would like to join our Rec soccer program for the Fall 2026 season, please register here: [https://app.playmetrics.com/signup?clubToken=TG9naW4tQ2x1Yi52MS0xNDgyLTE3OTM1NTMxMjJ8SUJkOEJma3ZYY3dURXIwUVRyMXZsbUFyRUNkemEvM3BON0oxU0kxSHFTTT0=&program_id=103352](https://app.playmetrics.com/signup?clubToken=TG9naW4tQ2x1Yi52MS0xNDgyLTE3OTM1NTMxMjJ8SUJkOEJma3ZYY3dURXIwUVRyMXZsbUFyRUNkemEvM3BON0oxU0kxSHFTTT0=&program_id=103352)

If you have any questions please email info@franklinyouthsoccer.org, and I will be happy to help in any way I can!'

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18JpMkdfKh/

Senior Story Hour - WFPR: Episode 110 - I Wanna Be Your Dog, Marrying Wisely, Words, Thoughts, Recliners, Kindness, Family, and much more

In this episode, the Franklin Senior Center Writers Group shares stories, poems, and writings about marrying wisely, words and thoughts, losing items in the recliner, random acts of kindness, oldies music, sisterhood, union family members, the woman beneath the hats, and Bo shares an update on his story I Wanna Be Your Dog

Audio link - https://senior-scribblers.captivate.fm/episode/episode-110-i-wanna-be-your-dog-marrying-wisely-words-thoughts-recliners-kindness-family-and-much-more

Senior Story Hour - WFPR = The Franklin Senior Center Writer's Group

Steve Sherlock hosts The Franklin Senior Center Writer's Group for a monthly reading of short stories, essays, poetry and more. 

Find more episodes here (or on your favorite podcast app) ->  https://senior-scribblers.captivate.fm/episodes

Bellingham's Harvest Fest scheduled for September 26, 2026

"Bellingham's Harvest Fest, presented by First Baptist Church and Bible Baptist Church, will once again take place on Bellingham Town Common on Saturday, September 26, 2026, with a rain date of October 3. The family-focused fun day will offer numerous activities as well as vendor booths from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. The event was well-received after it returned last year from a hiatus

"I think it went very well last year," says Pastor Michael Carrier, the 32nd pastor of Bible Baptist Church, who said he was grateful for all of the advertising and sponsorships it received, as well as to the late Ken Hamwey, for getting the word out. "It is bittersweet Ken won't be with us. We had over 50 vendors and close to 500 people walking through," added Carrier, who anticipates an even better year.

In fact, Pastor Baron Rodrigues, who has been with First Baptist Church for 19 years, notes, 'We're dedicating this festival in memory of Ken Hamwey, who loved people and loved to help them, and we are looking to do far greater in our help to the food banks than we did last year."

Shared from the Bellingham Bulletin

https://www.bellinghambulletin.com/2026/09/01/582532/love-your-neighbor-at-bellingham-harvest-fest-september-26-on-town-common

Franklin Bellingham Rail Trail Committee monthly meeting - Tuesday, September 8

Franklin Bellingham Rail Trail Committee: The next meeting is on Tuesday, September 8th at Franklin.TV, located at 23 Hutchinson Street, Franklin at 7pm.

We'd love to see you there!

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/19TcQ9zowz/

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Tuesday, September 8, 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:

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 Tuesday, September 8, 2026 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

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

7:30 am     Aging Agenda Episode 1

9:00 am Franklin Matters: Joe Landry YMCA

10:00 am Frank Presents: Mark Minnichelli

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

12:30 pm Learn to Cook with Linda: Cashew Shrimp

1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Meat-Lovers Pt. 2

2:00 pm New England Candlepins Summer 2023 Show 1

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 1

3:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Pete Smith

4:30 pm Franklin Matters: Maloney Farm & Forest

5:30 pm The Black Box: A Magical Night of Disney Classics

6:30 pm Jon Mitchell & Randy LaRosa: 12-Tone Music

7:30 pm Indian Rock Riding Park

9:00 pm Franklin 4th: Attleboro School of Rock

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

7:00 am Middle School 7th & 8th Grade Chorus & Orchestra

10:30 am Franklin Matters: Joe Landry YMCA

11:30 am FHS Concert Hour 02-25-26

1:00 pm FHS Boys Varsity Soccer v Stoughton 09-30-25

3:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Pete Smith

6:00 pm ArtWeek: Airmen of Note

8:30 pm 25th Anniversary Lions All-State Band

10:00 pm FHSTC: Urinetown

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

8:00 am School Committee 08-25-26

12:00 pm 250th Anniversary Committee 08-27-26

2:00 pm School Committee 08-25-26

7:00 pm  School Committee  CHAMBERS  876 6639 6988  Passcode:980601

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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Tri-County RVTHS: Welcome back Students !!

WELCOME BACK, STUDENTS!

The countdown is OVER!

We can’t wait to welcome our students back tomorrow, September 8, 2026, for the start of an exciting new school year!

This will be a "B WEEK"!

Grades 9 & 11 - Report to Homerooms

Grades 10 & 12 - Report to Shops

Let’s make 2026–27 our best year yet!

Welcome back — we’re so excited to see you!

#WorkHardTodayCounts

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Monday, September 7, 2026 ???

Monday, September 7 = Labor Day

Town of Franklin offices, Library, Senior Center & Schools closed for Labor Day holiday

Trash & recycle schedule delay by one day for this week

*** 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

Please join us for our 25th Anniversary 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

We would like to invite our community to join us as we honor the memory of the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and recognize the courage and sacrifice of the first responders who answered the call.

📅 Friday, September 11th at 9:00 AM

📍 Franklin Fire Headquarters

40 West Central St., Franklin, MA 02038