Sunday, November 15, 2026

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Sunday, November 15, 2026

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Sunday, November 15, 2026
Sunday, November 15




7:30am All You Can Eat Breakfast (Franklin Rod & Gun Club)

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

3:00pm    Handel's Messiah (Christmas portion) (St Mary's Parish)

*** 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

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Community Members Share Stories in SAFE’s Someone’s Reason Campaign

SAFE Coalition is currently running Someone’s Reason, a fundraising campaign working to erase the stigma of mental health and substance use disorders.

Someone’s Reason, a fundraising campaign working to erase the stigma of mental health
From now until December 31, anyone can make a donation to SAFE, with the added option to share a story about a person or moment that changed their view on addiction or mental illness. 

Donations can be made at https://www.safecoalitionma.org/someones-reason or by following the QR code link. Proceeds go to support clinical staff working with teens and adults, programs serving families, and collaborative care services connecting people with vital resources. 

Since the campaign launched in October, community members have shared dozens of stories. Some are moments of personal discovery, while others come from a journey alongside a loved one.

Cindy Kucich shared how present judgment can feel when we lose someone from addiction, and how her son’s words changed the way she faced it. “There’s a look people give you when someone dies unexpectedly and too young,” Cindy says. “I remember that look at my brother’s funeral. I turned around to see everyone and I was overwhelmed with the people looking back at me. I turned to my son and he said ‘Don’t worry, Mom. I’ve got you.’”

Stigma has been shown to make recovery difficult by creating psychological, social, and systemic barriers to seeking vital support. 

Labels like “junkie” and “crazy person” can make people feel trapped in an identity they can’t escape. And clinicians who read about a person described as a “substance abuser” are statistically more likely to judge that person as deserving blame and punishment. Negative community beliefs can even make it difficult for friends and family members to reach out for help for themselves. 

Donations can be made at https://www.safecoalitionma.org/someones-reason or by following the QR code

“At SAFE, we have the privilege of listening to our client’s stories every day,” says CEO and co-founder Jennifer Levine. “And people tend to remember the moment when their limiting beliefs changed. Sharing those kinds of stories with the community has the power to generate more compassion, connection, and collective purpose.”

Throughout the campaign, SAFE is sharing #SomeonesReason stories, with permission, that break down misconceptions around these struggles.

To read stories, donate, or learn more, sign up for SAFE’s newsletter at safecoalitionma.org or follow SAFE on facebook.com/safecoalitionma and instagram.com/safecoalition.

ABOUT SAFE
SAFE Coalition serves more than 60 communities in Massachusetts with substance use and mental health services that close current gaps in care. With programs for teens, support groups for families impacted by substance use, recovery groups, harm reduction education, resources for families in need like a community diaper bank, housing support, and more, SAFE’s services are judgment-free and cost-free to all.

SAFE began in 2015 following a community discussion on the increasing impact of opioid addiction in southeastern Massachusetts. Today, with locations in Franklin and Springfield and mobile services across the state, SAFE works with first responders, local and state politicians, municipalities, schools, other nonprofits, and concerned citizens to offer substance use and mental health prevention, early intervention, harm reduction, and recovery support, wherever it is needed most. 

To learn more about SAFE Coalition, contact us at (508) 488-8105 or info@safecoalitionma.org
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FY 2027 budget reconciliation & Tax workshop #3 part of Town Council Agenda for Weds, Nov 18, 2026

Franklin Town Council
Agenda & Meeting Packet
November 18, 2026, 6:00 PM
FY 2027 budget reconciliation & Tax workshop #3 part of Town Council Agenda for Weds, Nov 18, 2026


Franklin Municipal Building: Council Chambers 

1. ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE CHAIR
a. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 9 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others.
b. Chair to identify members participating remotely.
c. Upcoming Town Sponsored Community Events.

2. CITIZEN COMMENTS
a. Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to three minutes on a matter that is not on the agenda. In compliance with G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 20 et seq, the Open Meeting Law, the Council cannot engage in a dialogue or comment on a matter raised during Citizen Comments. The Council may ask the Town Administrator to review the matter. Nothing herein shall prevent the Town Administrator from correcting a misstatement of fact.

3. COUNCILOR COMMENTS

4. SUBCOMMITTEE & AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORTS
a. Joint Budget Subcommittee (next meeting: TBD)
b. Economic Development Subcommittee (next meeting: December 10, 6pm)
c. Communications Subcommittee (next meeting: TBD)
d. Town Charter Ad Hoc Committee (next meeting: TBD)
e. Town Administrator Evaluation Ad Hoc Committee
i. Legislation for Action 12c
1. Ad Hoc Subcommittee Written Summary Statement

5. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

6. PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONS
a. Franklin Chapter of Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA)

7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - None Scheduled.
8. APPOINTMENTS - None Scheduled.
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS - 6:00 PM - None Scheduled.
10. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS - None Scheduled.

11. PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION
a. FY27 Budget Reconciliation - Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator & Michelle Monsegur, Deputy Town Administrator
ii. FY27 Budget Reconciliation Model 
3. Legislation for Action: 12a

b. Tax Rate Workshop #3 - Michelle Monsegur, Deputy Town Administrator & Kerri Bertone, Chief Financial Officer

c. Status of Town Wells & Water Capacity - Brutus Cantoreggi, Director of Public Works & Doug Martin, Water/Sewer Superintendent

12. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
a. Resolution 26-62: FY27 Budget Reconciliation
(Motion to Approve Resolution 26-62 - Majority Vote)  
b. Resolution 26-63: Adoption of Fiscal Policies and Guidelines
c. Resolution 26-64: Adopt 2025 Town Administrator Evaluation
d. Resolution 26-65: 2027 Town Council Meeting Calendar
e. Bylaw Amendment 26-954: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 179, §179-9.1, Water System Map (900 Washington St) - Second Reading (Motion to Approve Bylaw Amendment 26-954 - Majority Roll Call Vote)
f. Resolution 26-66: Appropriation of Funds in Support of PEG Programming
(Motion to Approve Resolution 26-66 - Majority Vote)
g. Resolution 26-67: Appropriation of Funds in Support of PEG Programming
(Motion to Approve Resolution 26-67 - Majority Vote)

13. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

14. EXECUTIVE SESSION - None Scheduled

15. ADJOURN

Note: Two-Thirds Vote: requires 6 votes
Majority Vote: requires majority of members present and voting

The complete agenda also contains remote participation info

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FHS field hockey tops Attleboro on Saturday to advance to Final Four (video)

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Saturday, November 14, 2026.


Field Hockey = Division 1
#7 Attleboro, 0 @ #2 Franklin, 2 - Final 

"Saturday morning’s Div. 1 quarterfinal at the Beaver Pond Turf was a battle of familiar foes. For the third time in the past five seasons, Franklin and Attleboro (13-7-1) extended their rivalry beyond the regular season and faced off in the state tournament.

Like its previous two meetings with the Bombardiers this fall (and each of its three games this postseason), the Franklin defense controlled things from the start, allowed very few chances, and tossed a shutout. The Panthers got a pair of first-half goals to win 2-0 and advance to the Final Four for the second straight year and fourth time in the past six seasons.

“It just comes down to how hard they work,” Franklin coach Michelle Hess responded when asked about her program achieving so much over the past six years. “We’re able to keep reloading every single year and I truly get lucky with players who come ready to play every single day and they’re very dedicated.”

“It’s so exciting to see that they’re able to keep doing it every year.”

Continue to read the game recap by by Josh Perry, Managing Editor (subscription required)  https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-field-hockey-shuts-out-attleboro-advances-to-second-straight-final-four/

Franklin TV video for replay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGK4nxRwjGQ



For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)
https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-11-14-26/


FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com
FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com
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Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Franklin TV!

'Twas Thanksgiving in New England, the air had turned to chill, the leaves were gone from every tree, the furnace worked uphill. The Patriots were on the TV, the Celtics might be too,
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Franklin TV!

And somebody was arguing which team was better — as New Englanders do!

The cranberry sauce was jiggling, the mashed potatoes piled, the turkey took six hours, and Uncle Dave got wild. The stuffing had a secret, the gravy had a plan, and someone burned the dinner rolls again — just like they always can!

From the Cape to the mountains, from Boston to the Bay, we've got a million reasons to be thankful every day. We've got apple cider, pumpkin pie, and foliage worth a stare, and weather that can change its mind before you get upstairs!

We've got Nor'easters, snowstorms, and potholes by the score, we shovel out the driveway, then the plow comes back for more!

We say "wikkid good" with confidence, "pack your coat" with pride, and measure every road trip by how long it takes to drive.

And right here in Franklin, we've got plenty going on, from community celebrations to the crack of early dawn. The Rotary brings the classics, the hometown spirit shines,

The Library has its happenings, and the Lions bring the good times!

We've got local schools and sports teams, our neighbors lending hands, small businesses and volunteers who make this town so grand. From concerts to community shows, there's always something new, and Franklin TV is there to help tell the stories, too!

So raise a glass of cider, let the laughter fill the air, be thankful for the people and the moments that we share. For family, friends, and neighbors, for all that makes us whole, and for whoever brought the pie — they're truly on a roll!

So here's to New England, where the weather's never right, where we complain about the traffic but still think our town's just right.

Happy Thanksgiving, Franklin! Enjoy the feast, the fun, the cheer… And remember: The only thing better than a second helping… is leftovers for the rest of the year!

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Franklin TV!
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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Reminder: Curbside Yard Waste Pick-Up is the Week of November 16, 2026!

How to Prepare Your Materials
Do not use plastic bags for yard waste; place loose yard waste directly into a container. Do not overfill your container. Brush must be tied with non-plastic twine no larger than twelve (12) inches by four (4) feet long.

Curbside Yard Waste Pick-Up is the Week of November 16, 2026!
What Belongs in Your Container
Acceptable items include grass clippings, leaves, tree branches (broken down to fit loosely in the container), and brush.

Non acceptable items include dirt, sod, stone, concrete, and rock. 

Place containers curbside by 7 AM on your regular collection day.

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Who is participating in Restaurant Week - Dec 12 to Dec 20 ???

Franklin Restaurant Week
Who is excited about Franklin Restaurant Week!  

WE ARE!  

Check out the current list of participating restaurants.

We will soon be sharing what you can look forward to at each location soon!  

And if you are a local restaurant and thought you missed the deadline but still want to participate make sure to fill this form out and we’ll add you to the program!  -> 

fill this form out
For now, share in the comments who you are most excited to see on this list!! AND tag any restaurants you want to get involved in Franklin Restaurant Week!

#restaurantweek #franklinma #eatlocal #dinelocal #smallbusinessweek

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"'investors have effectively redlined Greater Boston' due to high costs and slow rent growth"

Insights on the housing issue here in Greater Boston:
"At the release of the 2026 Greater Boston Housing Report Card Addie Grady, a senior VP at Leggat McCall Properties, said that “investors have effectively redlined Greater Boston” due to high costs and slow rent growth. 

This comment captured the grim mood of both this year’s report from @bostonfdn and @bosindicators and the release event."

The full report card was shared here earlier this week

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What library has an Interactive movie, a science chef and air dry clay? Your Franklin Library does this week !!!

What library has an Interactive movie, a science chef and air dry clay? Your Franklin Library does this week !!!
Start a new November Tradition this week at Franklin Public Library!
November 15-21

Interactive Movie! A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 19 @ 1pm

Science Chefs Make Butter!
Friday, November 20 @ 1pm

Air Dry Clay - Part 1 (Registration Required)
Saturday, November 21 @ 1pm

Find more details and regular events on our website ->

#franklinma #libraryevents @townoffranklinma



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Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Sunday, November 15, 2026

Yes, Franklin has its own radio station -> wfpr.fm.
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday, November 15, 2026

Franklin Public Radio has a schedule full of 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: (see image)


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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Saturday, November 14, 2026

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Saturday, November 14



9:00am 51st Annual Craft Fair (Tri-County Regional VTHS)

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

10:00am Franklin Fire Dept Open House (40 W Central St)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
2:00pm Urinetown (Dean College Main Stage Theater)
7:00pm Ken Barney (live music) (Finnegans Wake- Walpole, MA)
7:30pm Urinetown (Dean College Main Stage Theater)
8:00pm Karaoke at The Raillery (Raillery Public House)



For additional details on Library events -> https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events


*** 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


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Rotary Annual Holiday Craft Fair Saturday, Nov 14 at Tri-County RVTHS from 9 AM to 3 PM

Rotary Annual Craft Fair Saturday, Nov 14 at Tri-County RVTHS from 9 AM to 3 PM
Artful holiday shopping season starts this weekend in Franklin.

Saturday, November 14, 9 AM to 3 PM, Tri-County Voc Tech School!



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Agenda for School Committee meeting Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026 at 7 PM

Franklin School Committee 
Nov 17, 2026 = 7:00 PM 

Municipal Building – Council Chambers 

I. Call to Order Dr. Griffith
II. Announcements from the Chair
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Moment of Silence
V. Routine Business
A. Review of Agenda
B. Payment of Bills Mr. Callaghan
C. Payroll Dr. Griffith
D. FHS Student Representative Comments
E. Superintendent’s Report

VI. Guests/Presentations
A. Switzerland Field Trip with EF Tours - Summer 2028
B. LeftField Project Management - Washington St. Modernization Project Overview

VII. Citizen’s Comments

VIII. Discussion/Action Items
A. Switzerland Field Trip with EF Tours
1. I recommend approval of the 12 day field trip to Switzerland as detailed.
B. IJLA-R - Reconsideration of Library Materials Policy First Read
1. I recommend approval of this policy as discussed.
C. IJLA - Library Resources Policy First Read
1. I recommend approval of this policy as discussed.
D. IJL - Library Materials Selection and Adoption
1. I recommend approval of this policy as discussed.
E. Capital Requests
1. I recommend approval of the Capital Request as detailed.

IX. Discussion Only Items
A. Information Matters
B. Monthly Financial Report

X. Consent Agenda
A. Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from your 10.27 and 11.3 SC Meeting as detailed.
B. Donation for FHS Audition Fees to the Sr. District Music Festival
1. I recommend the acceptance of $720.00 from the Music parents to be used for the audition fees for the FHS music students for the Sr. District Music Festival for the field trip account as detailed.
C. Books Donation
1. I recommend the acceptance of $208 worth of books from Kuehnel Psychological Services to be raffled off at the Screenagers Event for the Supplemental Supplies account as detailed.
D. Spiritwear Sales Proceeds Donation
1. I recommend the acceptance of $23.96 from Ohiopyle Prints. for the Supplemental Supplies account as detailed.
E. Championship Signage Donation
1. I recommend the acceptance of $2000.00 from the Thomas Francis Geysen Estate for the Championship Signage account as detailed.
F. Championship Signage Donation
1. I recommend the acceptance of $115.00 from BJ’s Wholesale Club Inc. for the Championship Signage account as detailed.
G. Championship Signage Donation
1. I recommend the acceptance of $110.00 from Kevin Sullivan Gymnastics for the Championship Signage account as detailed.
H. Championship Signage Donation
1. I recommend the acceptance of $500.00 from Jonathan and Charlene Hemdon for the Championship Signage account as detailed.
I. Championship Signage Donation
1. I recommend the acceptance of $5000.00 from The Adirondack Club for the Championship Signage account as detailed.
J. Championship Signage Donation
1. I recommend the acceptance of $1000.00 from John L. Daddario Jr. for the Championship Signage account as detailed.
K. Championship Signage Donation
1. I recommend the acceptance of $1000.00 from FHS Girls Field Hockey Boosters for the Championship Signage account as detailed.

XI. Committee Comments

XII. New Business
A. To discuss any future agenda items

XIII. Adjournment

The agenda doc also contains remote participation info
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Milford's Free Traditional Family Dinner - Nov 26; reservations needed by Nov 16

Milford's Free Traditional Family Dinner - Nov 26; reservations needed by Nov 16
On Thursday November 26,  Thanksgiving Day at the Italian American Veterans Post, a free traditional  Thanksgiving meal is being offered. 

Two local charities have come together to provide  a  meal for anyone or any family in need of a meal and a sense of community. 

The  meal starts at noon with doors opening at 11:45, while the meal is free reservations are  required by November 16, to  make reservations please call Mike Shain at 508-330-8487 or e-mail info@thankstoyanks.org


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Tri-County Celebrates Student Achievement! (including 15 Franklin students)

Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School is proud to recognize 60 members of the Class of 2027 who have earned the prestigious John & Abigail Adams Scholarship! 

This scholarship recognizes Massachusetts public high school students who demonstrate outstanding achievement on the MCAS exams. Recipients are eligible for a tuition waiver at any Massachusetts state college or university for up to eight consecutive semesters! 

We are incredibly proud of these students and their hard work, dedication, and academic accomplishments.



Congratulations to all 60 recipients! 

#WorkHardTodayCounts


Additional winners from other Tri-County communities - https://www.instagram.com/p/DfpnMd3F5UA/?img_index=1
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Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: Construction Updates ~ Monday, Nov. 16 through Friday, Nov. 20

Beaver St (Rt. 140 to Grove St) Road Closure Alert: 
Monday (11/16) through Friday (11/20) 7 AM to 4 PM

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: Construction Updates ~ Monday, Nov. 16 through Friday, Nov. 20
Monday (11/16) thru Friday (11/20) between 7AM and 4PM, the contractor will work on sewer main installation in the area of 275 Beaver St.  During this time the following detour will be in place and local traffic only will be permitted beyond the road closed signs:

Access Details:
- Via Rt. 140 only: Access to 242 through 290 Beaver Street, including Franklin Glass, and Franklin Recreation.

- Via Grove St. only: Access to all other locations on Beaver Street, including the Town of Franklin Recycling Center, Beaver Street Recreation Area, and businesses on Master Drive.

Note that lane and street closures may change as work progresses so please use caution when traveling in this area and follow all posted signs.



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Trans Day of Remembrance Vigil - Friday, Nov 20 at 7 PM

via LGBTQ Alliance
Trans Day of Remembrance Vigil - Friday, Nov 20 at 7 PM

"We are hosting our first Trans Day of Remembrance Vigil
 
When: Friday, November 20th at 7pm
 
Where: First Universalist Society of Franklin (262 Chestnut Street)
 
What: Please join us in remembering and honoring the members of the trans community we have lost this year due to violence
 
If you want more information about this event or need some support, please visit these links or the Franklin LGBTQ Alliance Resource Page "
 
 
 
 
Note: FUSF have graciously agreed to let us use their space for this event, but this is a community vigil hosted by the Alliance, and not a religious event
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