What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, June 18, 2026 ???

Thursday, June 18

2:00pm    Franklin Middle School Reading Kickoff Event (An Unlikely Story, Plainville)

6:00pm Food & Wine Tasting Event (The Little Shop of Olive Oils)

7:00pm BEN 4 Franklin 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/9195/May-2026-Newsletter?bidId=

*** Town Meetings today ***

Town Council Monthly Office Hours

Thursday, June 18 Time: 8:30 AM

No agenda for this informal session

Conservation Commission Meeting

Thursday, June 18 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Item/610?fileID=9301 

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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

Farmers Market entertainment = Joe Marino , Friday, June 19 from 3 to 6

"Joe Marino Solo Acoustic Cover Artist is performing at the Farmers Market this week from 3-6 pm.

Thank you @franklinculturalcouncil02038 and @masscultural for sponsoring!"

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Reis & Stephen recap the June 9 School Committee meeting (audio)

FM #1767 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1767 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with School Committee members Reis Hansen and Stephen Karunakaran.  We had our discussion in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. 

Our conversation covered the following topics from the School Committee meeting of June 9, 2026:

• Strawberry Stroll, Kickball Tournament, field day, and other events coming up

• Superintendent review and evaluation process

• Facility updates to get to the redistricting, and next steps this summer

• Working group report on artificial intelligence

Our conversation runs about 47 minutes. Let’s listen

Audio link -  https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1767-chalkboard-chat-06-16-26/

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School Committee page (with contact info) - https://www.franklinps.net/o/fpsd/page/school-committee 

School Committee subcommittee assignments - 

https://www.franklinps.net/o/fpsd/page/subcommittees-and-liaisons 

Franklin TV video is available for replay - https://www.youtube.com/live/hgHgIZ5L_iY?&t=235 

The agenda document https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-2356  

The presentations documents should be posted in a couple of days to this folder   https://www.franklinps.net/documents/departments/school-committee/meeting-packets/2025---26-meeting-packets/june-9%2C-2026-sc-meeting-packet/28109200 

Photos of the Facility presentation

https://photos.app.goo.gl/t3rkbwCxnDm6A9Wy6 

Photos of the AI discussion presentation

https://photos.app.goo.gl/TqNxhuTk8og7WqRp8 

My notes from the meeting in one PDF  https://drive.google.com/file/d/10XRFLsUqujf3Z3QPzGOKU6cEOS-mWuoS/view?usp=drive_link  

Capital campaign fund raising link - https://givebutter.com/FPSCaptialCampaign2026

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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

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

• And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do

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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Updated Water Conservation Restrictions Due to Level 2 Drought

REMINDER~ UPDATED WATER CONSERVATION RESTRICTIONS:

The Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Rebecca Tepper has declared a Level – 2 Significant Drought in the Southeast, Cape Cod, and Islands Regions due to worsening dry conditions.  

The designation follows two years of below-average rainfall and declining streamflow and groundwater across the state, signaling worsening drought conditions and increasing stress on local water resources.

During May, the state received between 1-3 inches of rain, which was 1.5 to 3 inches below normal. The greatest precipitation deficits were in the Berkshires, the Southeast, and Cape Cod and the Islands. Rivers and streams throughout the region are running below normal levels, even with some temporary increases right after a rain event. These decreasing levels are an indicator that groundwater levels continue to go down. 

As outlined in the Massachusetts Drought Management Plan (https://www.mass.gov/doc/massachusetts-drought-management-plan/download), a Level 2 – Significant Drought requires communities to only allow hand-held watering to be used only after 5 p.m. or before 9 a.m. 

Please visit our website for updated water conservation information (https://www.franklinma.gov/628/Water-Conservation) 

Thank you for your support as we follow the States requirements to ensure a sustainable drinking water supply and to protect environmental resources.

 

#droughtmanagement #MassDEP #franklinma

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Annual Recycling Center Permits Available Beginning July 1 for Franklin, MA

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June 17, 2026 Annual Recycling Center Permits Available Beginning July 1 Beginning July 1, 2026, the annual permit fee for the Franklin Recycling Center will increase from $35 to $50. Residents who wish to use the Recycling Center may purchase a permit sticker starting July 1 at any of the following locations: DPW Administrative Office, 257 Fisher Street Treasurer/Collector’s Office, Franklin Municipal Building, 355 East Central Street Recycling Center, 455 Beaver Street The annual permit is valid from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. View it on website

Walgreens schedules Vaccination Clinic - July 22

Walgreens pharmacy staff will administer the following vaccines:

• COVID Vaccine (Moderna)

Franklin Senior Center: 10 Daniel McCahill St, Franklin MA 02038 

Wednesday, July 22 from 12 PM - 2 PM

Bring your insurance card!

Registration required, please sign-up with Senior Center staff

Download the flyer as a reminder or to share

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1b7bN4Q9XqJbLcJM6nVSUVrdlk5A-VZOq/view?usp=drive_link

SAFE Coalition: Family Recovery Webinar Series available for replay (video)

Did you miss one of our Family Recovery Webinar Series sessions? Good news — you can catch up anytime! Head to our website to watch past episodes covering topics like:

💚 Navigating court options for families in crisis

💚 Why family support matters

💚 Strategies for self-care

💚 The science of addiction

🔗 LINK = https://www.safecoalitionma.org/get-support/webinar

Each webinar is free to watch and packed with practical knowledge for families navigating addiction and recovery. New episodes coming soon!

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Orange Theory Fitness opens Saturday, June 20

via Orange Theory Fitness

"Come one, come all! This Saturday 6/20.

Link to sign up form" - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSct4WQIY7NadKhZWzZxAQpY0Gbod3LPk1D_pA6CKpV9c952jg/viewform

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FSPA Introduces new class for the summer: "Commercial Pro Dance"

"Various styles and techniques used in today’s Commercial Pro Dance world are explored in these classes. Stamina, improvement of strength and flexibility, body conditioning, and rhythm isolations are included, building on the foundation of hip hop movements and street styles of dance."

Ages 13 - 18

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

Register - https://fspaonline.com/register/

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, June 18, 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 State Rep Jeff Roy explaining the Audit issue    https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/06/whats-up-with-audit-state-rep-jeff-roy.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 Led Zeppelin IV, released November 8, 1971.  It was the 4th studio album created and produced in a short 2 years (1969-1971) from Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, John Paul Jones, and Jason Bonham.  The Untitled IV includes legendary Led Zep hits like "Stairway to Heaven", "Rock and Roll", and "Black Dog". 
• The Vibe Led Zep Playlist Hour continues to feature some super group hits from Kashmir, How The West Was Won, Led Zep I & II, In the Through The Outdoor and live recordings from Celebration Day.  Turn it up and enjoy one of the all-time best rock n roll bands.

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 18, 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 4

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 7

3:30 pm Aging Boldfully: Anne Bergen

4:30 pm Veterans' Call: PACT Act

5:30 pm Celebrate with Pride: Toby

6:30 pm Aging Agenda Episode 1

9:00 pm Circle of Friends: Seth Glier

• 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 Chamber Music 04-08-26

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

12:30 pm Middle School 6th Grade Chorus & Orchestra

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 the 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

7:00 pm Conservation Commission  REMOTE  856 3291 7684.

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 17, 2026 ???

Wednesday, June 17

11:00am Franklin Q&A (Franklin Senior Center & remote)

1:00pm "Where's the Toast?" Memory Cafe (Franklin Senior Center)

4:00pm Open House (Norfolk County Registry of Deeds)

4:00pm Stop The Bleed (Franklin Fire Department)

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

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

6:30pm Santa Foundation Bingo Fundraiser (Legends Sports Bar & Grille)

7:00pm Norfolk County District Attorney Debate (Medway High School)

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 ***

Town Council Meeting

Wednesday, June 17 Time: 6:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-2368 

250th Anniversary Celebration Committee (added 6/15/26)

Wednesday, June 17, 2026  Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-2369

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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