What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, June 11, 2026 ???

Thursday, June 4

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/9195/May-2026-Newsletter?bidId=

***  Town Meetings today   ***

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Meeting

Thursday, June 11 Time: 2:00 PM 

Meeting canceled https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06112026-2362

Cultural District Committee Meeting

Thursday, June 11 Time: 7:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06112026-2353 

Franklin Public Schools Contractual Negotiations Meeting June 11

Thursday, June 11 Time: 4:30 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06112026-2327 

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Meeting - No Meeting

Thursday, June 11 Time: 7:30 PM

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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

Have you got your tickets to the La Cantina Fundraiser to Support The Pantry on July 9 ??

This August, the Franklin Food Pantry Falmouth Road Race Team will hit the pavement, tackling the iconic 7-mile course to raise funds for The Pantry. Every single dollar raised by our runners goes directly toward supporting The Pantry and our neighbors—and you can help them reach their fundraising goal. 

Join the team for an evening of community and celebration at The Pantry’s upcoming fundraiser:

When: Thursday, July 9, from 6 to 8pm

Where: La Cantina Winery (230 Cottage Street, Franklin, MA)

Tickets: $35 per person

What’s Included? 

Your $35 ticket includes a complimentary beverage of your choice, delicious small bites, live music and a chance to win fun giveaways.

Space at the event is limited. Don't miss out on a great night an even greater cause.

Purchase your tickets today, cheer on The Pantry’s race team, and help make a lasting impact.  https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E188424&id=108

Town Council takes almost 5 hours to approve FY 2027 budget, the CPA funded projects & capital round 2 (video)

The Franklin Town Council met as scheduled on Wednesday, June 10 with all 9 members present in Council Chambers. The session went almost 5 hours with a vote to extend past 4, and a brief "bio break/recess" during.

The 'surprise' of the evening was the announcement that Police Chief TJ Lynch will retire in November 2026.

Ultimately the FY 2027 budget passed by a 6-3 vote, the CPA funding allocation also passed by a 7-2 vote. The use of free cash for the capital round 2 was also approved by a vote of 9-0

Franklin TV video is available for replay  https://www.youtube.com/live/qrKpQCBSomk?&t=170

The agenda and associated materials can be found - https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-2357 

My notes in one PDF can be found - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EPl6-K3022R4Jzy0uObq2AyvHbqrl9lS/view?usp=drive_link

A Tally of the individual votes is being put together and we be shared as soon as complete

Farmers Market features Los Mambiseros (Traditional Cuban Music and Fusion) on Friday, June 12

Farmers Market features Los Mambiseros (Traditional
Cuban Music and Fusion) on Friday, June 12

Los Mambiseros (@mambiseros) are performing this Friday!

Thank you @franklinculturalcouncil02038 and @masscultural for sponsoring the performers

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/1B8fti63DH/

Yes, Franklin Matters Weekly stepped up as a field sponsor for the Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament

Yes, Franklin Matters Weekly stepped up as a field
sponsor for the Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament

Via Franklin Fathers:

"A sincere THANK YOU to the team at @franklinmatters.ma for their field sponsorship for this Sunday’s Eddie Grant Tournament.


Also, if you haven’t listened to Steve’s interview with Chris on the tournament, our mission, and our core pillars, you can find it embedded below here in the comments, on the FM website, on Apple, or Spotify!"

Shared from - https://www.instagram.com/p/DZZ7i5CRt2q/

Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1760-inaugural-eddie-grant-kickball-06-05-26/

Franklin's Early Childhood Development Center Celebrates Creativity at Annual Pop-Art Night

The F.X. O'Regan Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) recently hosted its annual Pop-Art Night, bringing together students, families, staff and community members for an evening celebrating student creativity.

This was the first year that the school partnered with the Franklin Public Library, which hosted the exhibit and event. 

The F.X. O'Regan Early Childhood Development Center
recently hosted its annual Pop-Art Night at the Franklin Public Library,
featuring student artwork. (Photo Courtesy Franklin Public Schools)

The library was transformed into a vibrant gallery showcasing student artwork from across the ECDC program. Colorful displays featuring spring flowers, butterflies, cherry blossom paintings, textured collages, watercolor creations and nature-inspired projects highlighted the creativity and imagination of the young artists.

Families enjoyed strolling through the exhibits while admiring the students' work and artistic growth throughout the year.

The event also invited children and families to gather outside for music, bubbles, popsicles and play. Children laughed and danced while chasing bubbles on the library grounds, creating a festive atmosphere for families and staff.

"The evening was a wonderful reminder of the creativity, connection and community spirit that make ECDC such a special place for young learners," said Principal Kim Taylor.

Pop-Art Night is an annual tradition that celebrates student creativity and provides an opportunity for students and families to come together as a community.

"We are thankful to Franklin Public Library for hosting this year's event and helping create a memorable experience for students and families," said Principal Taylor.

You can find additional photos on the FPS page where this was shared from - https://www.franklinps.net/live_feeds/12527986

The Franklin Pubic Library is "Berry excited about the Stroll, book sale &weekend events"

The Franklin Pubic Library is "Berry excited about the
Stroll, book sale &weekend events"

"We are so BERRY excited as we close out the week!

• Diamond Art Destress Th 6-11 6pm
• Registration Required. Spaces Open!
• Book Sale Weekend!!!! Fri & Sat!
• Strawberry Pompom Craft F 6-12 3pm
• Animal Affair Sa 6-13 10am"

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

Affordable Art Summer Evening Class at Creative Corner Art Studio in Franklin

Via Creative Corner

Affordable Art Summer Evening Class
at Creative Corner Art Studio in Franklin

"So excited to introduce a local young creative artist!

Affordable Art Summer Evening Class at Creative Corner Art Studio in Franklin "

www.creativecornerartstudiofranklin.com #kidsart #kidsartcamp

The Guardian: "Trump is stripping Americans of their citizenship at a shocking rate" | Moustafa Bayoumi

"I still remember my citizenship ceremony from 2011. There was a festive spirit among the dozens of us who were about to become the newest Americans, a kind of joy offset only by the anxiety of having to turn in our green cards first. For years, I jealously guarded that little card, which was not only not green but also something I was repeatedly told by authorities to carry with me at all times. They had to pry it from my fingers that day.

At my ceremony, which I wrote about at the time, a representative from the New York City commission on human rights explained to her captive American audience what civil rights protections we had, and the judge who swore us in as citizens encouraged us to exercise our vote, serve on juries, run for office and speak out for our rights. We were each given a pocket constitution. The whole thing was a celebration of democratic values. I entered downtown Brooklyn that day as a resident alien. I left as a newly minted American citizen, equal in the eyes of the law to every other American citizen.

Oh, how quaint that time seems now. Immigrants without all the proper documents are not the only ones the Trump administration has its sights on. Naturalized immigrants are at a greater risk than at any time in recent memory of losing their hard-won citizenship, as the whole idea of citizenship gets put through Trump’s anti-immigration wringer. The Trump administration has been aggressively rattling the saber of denaturalization, a political tactic that incidentally is explored in Project 2025."

Continue reading the article with this shared link - 

https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/jun/10/trump-denaturalization-american-citizenship?CMP 

NY Times: "Inflation Accelerates to Fastest Pace in 3 Years as Energy Prices Bite"

Inflation accelerated for a third-straight month in May amid a stalemate in negotiations to end a war with Iran that has pushed up energy prices, adding to the burden on already strained consumers.

NY Times: "Inflation Accelerates to Fastest
Pace in 3 Years as Energy Prices Bite"

The Consumer Price Index rose 4.2 percent in May from a year earlier, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on Wednesday, a sharp rise from the 2.4 percent annual increase before the conflict started in February and the fastest pace since April 2023. Over the course of the month, overall prices jumped 0.5 percent.

The increase has been driven almost entirely by energy prices, which are up 23.5 percent from this time a year ago. Americans have felt that effect most acutely while filling up their vehicles: A gallon of gasoline costs $4.24 on average, according to AAA, up more than a dollar from a year ago.

Faster price gains have wiped out the pay increases Americans have received over the past year, on average. Adjusted for inflation, hourly earnings have fallen 0.7 percent over the past year and are exactly where they were when President Trump returned to office. Tax refunds that came in the spring have been spent, and reductions to the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program are now cutting into food budgets.

Continue reading this article via the shared link - 

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/10/business/economy/inflation-consumer-price-index.html?unlocked_article_code=1.pFA.0Ce6.JTF1TbG0uGxG&smid=url-share

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, June 11, 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:

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 6:00 PM - Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock covering Franklin, its local government, services, and events  (Repeats Saturday at 3:00 PM)

• This hour features the Senior Center event highlights for June 2026     https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/06/jillian-mary-share-key-june-events-that.html

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 7:00 PM - first hour

10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 8:00 PM - second hour

Turntable – "Enjoy a fun experience with co-hosts The Vibe and Pauly G sharing personal discussions about a featured rock n roll vinyl record (1st hour) and the best, all music Vibe Playlist (2nd hour)"  

• The Turntable Show Album Hour features our local band Boston and their wildly successful debut vinyl record.  Released in 1976, the self-titled Boston album was the best-selling debut record of its time, and has sold over 17 million copies to date, the 9th best selling record, ever.   
• The Vibe Boston Playlist hour continues with a fun mix of more Boston hits from all albums and some live gems!  Enjoy and Turn-up the powerful classic rock n roll sound of Boston!

Find the playlist ->  https://tinyurl.com/TurntablePlaylists

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 Thursday, June 11, 2026 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

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

9:30 am Memorial Day Breakfast 2026

11:33 am Cooking Thyme: Lasagna

12:03 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Peppers

12:35 pm Cooking with Linda: Crescent Rolls

1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Deep Dish

2:00 pm New England Candlepins Summer 2023 Show 3

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 7

3:30 pm Aging Boldfully: Ken Bray

4:30 pm Veterans' Call: PACT Act

5:30 pm Celebrate with Pride: Toby

9:00 pm Circle of Friends; Abbie Gardner

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

7:30 am     Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage 2

8:30 am FHS Spring Jazz 2026

10:30 am Tri County Graduation 05-28-26

12:30 pm FHS Chamber Music 04-08-26

2:00 pm FHS Theater Company: Lord of the Flies

3:00 pm FHS Varsity Softball v Shrewsbury 06-06-26

9:00 pm FHSTC: Curious Case of Cottingley Fairies

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

8:00 am Conservation Commission 06-04-26

12:00 pm Economic Development 06-04-26

2:00 pm Conservation Commission 06-04-26

6:00 pm Communications Subcommittee 05-28-26

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: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 ???

Wednesday, June 10

1:00pm Writer's Group (Franklin Senior Center)

6:30pm Bingo night (Kings Brick Oven Pizza & Pub)

6:30pm Franklin Elks Bingo Night (Franklin Elks Lodge #2136)

7:00pm Smarty Pants Trivia (Raillery Public House)

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/9195/May-2026-Newsletter?bidId=

***  Town Meetings today   ***

Charles River Pollution Control District

Wednesday, June 10 Time: 3:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-2350 

Historical Commission Meeting

Wednesday, June 10 Time: 6:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-2358

Town Council Meeting

Wednesday, June 10 Time: 6:00 PM 7:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-2357 

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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