What's happening in Franklin, MA: Tuesday, July 14, 2026 ???

Tuesday, July 14

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

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

5:00pm Youth Open Track & Field Check-in (Franklin High School)

6:00pm Youth Open Track & Field meet (Franklin High School)

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/9890

*** 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

Where's the Toast?! Memory Cafe scheduled for Wednesday, July 15 at 1 PM

Good morning,

On behalf of the Franklin Senior Center, we would like to extend an invitation to our July 15 Where's the Toast?! Memory Cafe.

Memory cafés offer a safe, judgment-free space to connect, socialize, and enjoy meaningful activities together, emphasizing companionship, creativity, and shared experiences. For individuals living with dementia, memory cafés help reduce isolation and foster a sense of belonging. For caregivers, they provide encouragement, understanding, and the chance to connect with others who truly support them.

Whether you come for conversation, laughter, music, or simply to be among supportive community members, you are welcome just as you are.

We hope you’ll join us and be part of a community built on connection, dignity, and joy.  Please RSVP to Amanda Rabbitt at arabbitt@franklinma.gov so we are ready to welcome you to the program!

Sincerely,

Amanda Rabbitt

Amanda S. Rabbitt

Supportive Day Program and 

Special Project Coordinator

Tax Work Off Liaison

10 Daniel McCahill St

Franklin, Massachusetts 02038-1352

Senior Story Hour - WFPR: Episode 103 - Stephen King, Thoughts, Interruption to a Journey, The Common Cold, The Power of Positivity, and much more

In this episode, the Franklin Senior Center Writers Group shares stories, poems, and writings about Stephen King and stories inspired by him, a poem on thoughts, a reading of the poem Interruption to a Journey, Bob shares the conclusion to his play about the common cold, Bo shares his sermon on the power of positivity, Helen shares the first part of her children's story Danny's Old Car Mystery, and a true story.

Audio link - https://senior-scribblers.captivate.fm/episode/episode-103-stephen-king-thoughts-interruption-to-a-journey-the-common-cold-the-power-of-positivity-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

Mathnasium Franklin schedules a Math Night at the Bellingham Library - July 27

Math Night is coming to the Bellingham Library! 🎉

Join us on July 27th from 4 to 5 PM for an afternoon of math fun, games, and prizes. Open to all children in Bellingham, Franklin and surrounding areas who want to boost their math skills and confidence!

Don’t miss out—bring a friend and get ready to win some awesome prizes! 🏆✨

Please register: https://bellinghamlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/math-night-with-mathnaseum-with-mathnaseum

Visit the Mathnasium Franklin webpage for additional info on services offered - https://www.mathnasium.com/math-centers/franklinma

Rise Up group scheduled to meet Saturday, July 18 at 10 AM

Good morning,

Rise Up is this week and we are excited to see you!

We are enjoying social time this month to catch up and hear what's going on in each other's lives. Plus, share ideas for future activities!

Date: Saturday, July 18

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
• introductions
• group social time
• announcements and wrap-up

If you have any additional questions or needs, please reply or call me at (508) 455-5687 by Wednesday this week. You may also use that phone number to call or text me Saturday morning if you need any guidance.

See you there!

Ali Rheaume

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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

The Franklin Food Pantry is hiring to meet the rising need of the community

Via the Franklin Food Pantry newsletter:

"We're Hiring! Join The Pantry's Operations Team

Demand for food assistance in our community is at an all-time high, and we are working hard to continuously meet that rising need. To support our growing operations and ensure we can get more food to more people, we are looking to hire two paid positions:

Program Expansion Manager: This role will support our new expansion initiatives aimed at increasing access for individuals and families across our community.

Support Services Coordinator: This role will support the daily operations of The Pantry through active, hands-on work and closely collaborate with our wonderful team of volunteers.

If you are interested in either position, please review the job descriptions by clicking on the links above and emailing a cover letter and resume to Lisa Ryan, Star HR Consulting, lisa@starhrconsulting.com."

Register for the 38th Annual Jimmy Fund Walk for Dana-Farber - October 4, 2026

Walkers are on the Boston Marathon® course on Sunday, October 4, to support patient care and research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

Registration is open for the 2026 Jimmy Fund Walk for Dana-Farber presented by Hyundai. Scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 4, funds raised from the Walk support all forms of adult and pediatric care and cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. 

The 2026 event will aim to raise $10 million in support of Dana-Farber’s mission to defy cancer by leading the way in groundbreaking research and lifesaving patient care. 

Register online - https://danafarber.jimmyfund.org/site/TR?fr_id=2560&pg=entry

Unclaimed life insurance money? It’s a scam

By BCP Staff

We’ve written about this scam before, but like a bad sequel, it’s back. People are telling the FTC they’ve gotten letters in the mail from law firms about unclaimed life insurance money. 

https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/

Have you gotten one of these? The “lawyer” says that one of their clients, with your same last name, died and you’re the heir to a life insurance policy worth millions. (Spoiler alert: you’re not.) 

The letter then explains that they’d like to split the proceeds between you, some charity organizations, and their law firm. But what’s really happening here?

Read more ->  https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2026/07/unclaimed-life-insurance-money-its-scam?utm_source=govdelivery

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Tuesday, July 14, 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, July 14, 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     Joe Landry: Shoe Stores

9:00 am Arts Advocacy: Fundraising

10:00 am Frank Presents: Joe Pagliarulo

11:00 am Roots & Branches: History of Soccer

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Peppers

12:30 pm Learn to Cook with Linda: Broccoli Salad

1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Black Bean, Roasted Pepper & Garlic Pizzetta

2:00 pm New England Candlepins Summer 2023 Show 6

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 9

3:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Student Athletes Ep 2 06-11-26

4:30 pm Aging Agenda Episode 1

5:30 pm ArtWeek: Ed Iannuccilli

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

8:00 pm Strawberry Stroll 2026

9:00 pm 4th of July 2025: Two Guys Who Like Sharks

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

7:00 am Lincoln Street 5th Grade Graduation 2026

10:30 am Arts Advocacy: Fundraising

11:30 am FHS Chamber Music 04-08-26

1:00 pm FHS Varsity Softball v Sharon 05-04-26

3:00 pm FHS Senior Awards 2026

7:00 pm 25th Anniversary Lions All-State Band

9:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Student Athletes Ep 2 06-11-26

10:00 pm FHSTC: Mean Girls

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

8:00 am  School Committee 06-23-26

2:00 pm  School Committee 06-23-26

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: Monday, July 13, 2026 ???

Monday, July 13

7:00pm Franklin Democratic Town Committee (Franklin TV and Radio Studio)

7:00pm Summer Concert Series: Folk, Rock & Blues (Franklin Senior Center)

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/9890

*** Town Meetings today ***

Horace Mann Legacy Subcommittee

Monday, July 13 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-2401 

Planning Board Meeting

Monday, July 13 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-2411 

250th Anniversary Celebration Committee Meeting

Monday, July 13 Time: 7:30 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-2407 

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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

New mural at the Children's Museum of Franklin a youthful collaboration

via kaylajeancreative

"Kiddos 🤝🏻 community 🤝🏻 art! 

It all came together in this contest turned collaboration for the @childrensmuseumfranklin. 

Four talented kiddos were picked from over 50 submissions to paint a mural with me. The themes of their submissions along with the museum’s iconic and fun branding guided the creative direction for this fun and highly graphic little mural!

Thanks to the @franklinculturalcouncil02038, @franklinculture and @childrensmuseumfranklin for the opportunity!"

Additional photos can be found on Kayla's Instagram post

https://www.instagram.com/p/DaqB_7dDtdz/

Senior Story Hour - WFPR: Episode 101 - Spring, Worst Opening Lines, Demons, Murder Most Foul, The Common Cold, and The First of Many (audio)

Catching up to one episode I realize I had skipped before really catching up on the more recent episodes over the next several days.

In this episode, the Franklin Senior Center Writers Group shares stories, poems, and writings about spring, a continuation on the worst opening lines of stories, demons, a play about the common cold, Alice shares the first chapter in a new book she's writing, and The First of Many poem.

Audio link -

Senior Story Hour - WFPR

https://senior-scribblers.captivate.fm/episode/episode-101-spring-worst-opening-lines-demons-murder-most-foul-the-common-cold-and-the-first-of-many

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 

Summer Therapeutic Workshops available at the Nautilus Center

Summer is the perfect time to rest, reset, learn new skills and have fun! The Nautilus Center offers a variety of interactive, small-group therapeutic workshops that help teens and their parents & caregivers feel and live well.  

Teens ages 13-18 can choose experiential groups featuring art, music or animal assisted therapy, or individual interactive workshops to learn practical skills centered around Nautilus’ 8 pillars of wellness: Sleep Well, Eat Well, Play Well, Think Well, Expect Well, Connect Well, Cope Well and Learn Well. 

These pillars provide a practical foundation for lifelong well-being. Teens will gain confidence, build resilience, and develop healthy coping & life skills. Parents & Caregivers can choose workshops that deepen their understanding of adolescent development while learning practical strategies to support their teen's mental health. 

Led by The Nautilus Center's team of licensed mental health clinicians, participants can expect to be welcomed to our comfortable and inclusive space to learn, grow and build community. 

No prior experience or skills are required and all supplies are provided. 

Follow the link to our website or scan the QR code for workshop topics, schedule and registration. 

Summer Groups — The Nautilus Center - https://www.thenautiluscenter.com/summer-groups

Parents & Caregivers can choose workshops that deepen their understanding of adolescent development while learning practical strategies to support their teen's mental health and well-being. 

Download the flyer as  a reminder or to share

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1njkWM7qvRKmYyf35EgljyKPpZzTBSvJ0/view?usp=drive_link

David French Music Training Night scheduled for Weds, July 29 to benefit Franklin Music Boosters

Save the Date!

Want to support Franklin's student musicians in a simple but meaningful way?

Join us on Wednesday, July 29, for the David French Music Training Night! This training helps prepare volunteers to assist with instrument distribution for elementary and middle school music students.

Whether you're a current music family, an alum, or simply someone who believes in the value of music education, we'd love to have you join us.

If you're interested in attending, please fill out this quick form so we can keep you updated with event details: https://forms.gle/WXUK361cA8gjW2f66

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