What's happening in Franklin, MA: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 ???

Wednesday, September 16

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

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

6:00pm Once Upon A Town - Recording Session (Franklin TV & Radio)

6:15pm Free NARCAN Training (Franklin Public Library)

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

6:30pm Book Club (Franklin TV and Radio ) 

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

Franklin Senior Center Calendar for September

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BDUk1yeDL0SMHUNPnqRRZIcMq3Bvyxl2/view?usp=sharing

*** Town Meetings today ***

Town Council Meeting

Wednesday, September 16 Time: 6:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09162026-2512 

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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

"Another day spent at Riverbend Conservation Area - the newest Certified Tree Farm (#2245)!"

Via Conservation Director Breeka Li Goodlander:

"Another day spent at Riverbend Conservation Area - the newest Certified Tree Farm (#2245)! 

I’m riding high on the dopamine from this certification. Since April of this year, William Ashton and I have been hard at work pulling invasives, promoting riparian and forest health, building habitat brush piles, and creating native climate plots. This Certification proves that we are excelling in forest stewardship with this work. 

Having placed a Forest Stewardship Plan on Riverbend back in 2024, it’s been the utmost fun following our prescribed roadmap and creating the plots to monitor and discover how climate change impacts our forests and riparian areas. We were able to get another two plots in today, with more planned late November. Data to come later. 

This project would not be possible without the support from the Town of Franklin Conservation Commission, Department of Environmental Affairs, Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation - Service Forestry, and the Massachusetts Climate Stewardship Incentive Program. 

While this is a publicly accessible open space area, we ask that visitors stay on the designated trails and refrain from investigating our climate plots. 

Tangentially, I am quite appreciative of this project for breaking down disciplinary silos. It’s not often that Foresters work with Wetland Scientists or vice versa, and I have learned so much about Forestry this past year that I never would have otherwise. I’ve learned that I have a lot to learn! 

There’s nothing quite like the water and woods to bring people together."

Shared from LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/bgoodlander_another-day-spent-at-riverbend-conservation-activity-7505701881617354752-bmbR?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAAjJA4BjDCCvaVSQVYp_vkzHRILqplW04U

Where is Riverbend? On Lincoln St, opposite Fairmount Fruit Farm

https://www.franklinma.gov/344/Open-Space-Recreation-Areas

Country Line Dancing is Coming to the First Universalist Society in Franklin - Oct 17

Join the current country line dancing craze on Saturday, October 17th from 6:30 PM until 9:00 PM at the First Universalist Society in Franklin. Country line dancing is a choreographed group dance, generally done in lines without a partner, and set to music. 

Learn some of the latest country line dances at this Boot Scootin’ FUNdraising event. Each dance will be taught, step by step, count by count, and finally set to music. All ages are welcome, and no previous experience needed. It’s fun and easy! 

 

Western attire, boots, and hats are optional. However, please wear smooth, hard-soled shoes that will allow for easy movement on the carpeted floor.

 

Tickets can be purchased online by visiting www.fusf.org and clicking on Upcoming Events. Admission is $10 for Adults, $8 for students to age 18, with a maximum charge of $25 per family. 

Tickets will also be available at the door. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase. 

It’s BACKKKKKKKK!!! - Celebrate Halloween at the Franklin Police Station - Saturday October 24

via Officer Frankie

"It’s BACKKKKKKKK!!! 

Come on down to the Franklin Police Station on Saturday October 24th from 2 PM - 5 PM and celebrate Halloween with your favorite spooky Officers. 

Come one come all, everyone is welcome and it’s FREE to the public.  

And make sure you say hello to Ben and I as we make our way around. 

Hope to see you all there!"

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FREE film screening of THC INC.! - scheduled for Friday, October 9, 2026

Registration is now open for our FREE film screening of THC INC.!

Cannabis today is not what it was a generation ago. Join SAFE Coalition for a viewing of this documentary to learn about how stronger THC, wider access, and commercialization are affecting youth health, mental wellbeing, and what we think we know.

📅 Friday, October 9
🕔 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 SAFE Coalition, Franklin
🎟️ Free to attend. RSVP required: tinyurl.com/thcfilm

wayfarerstudios, @documentaryplus, @picturemotion__
#THCinc #CannabisEducation #YouthMentalHealth #PublicHealth #DrugPrevention #FranklinMA

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FHS girls & boys cross country team top Stoughton on Tuesday

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Boys Cross Country = Stoughton, 31 @ Franklin, 27 – Final 

– Stoughton made an impressive statement at the front of the race, but Franklin’s depth answered in a big way as the Panthers packed five runners into the next six spots to pull out the home win. The Black Knights went one-two behind Trevor Martorana (17:40.3) and Matt Pritchard (17:48.1), but Franklin responded immediately with Sawyer Laing (17:50.4), Ethan Riley (17:51.0), and Ryan O’Connor (17:56.6) crossing third, fourth, and fifth, respectively. Stoughton’s Colin Geaney (17:57.3) broke up the Franklin pack with a sixth-place finish, but Andrew Bairos (18:16.7) and Nicholas Mitchell (18:24.1) came through in seventh and eighth to close out the Panthers’ scoring and secure the narrow victory. Joel Omidiji (18:51.5) and Jaden Casillas (19:55.8) rounded out Stoughton’s top five.

Girls Cross Country = Stoughton, 50 @ Franklin, 18 – Final

– Franklin packed five runners into the top six to cruise to the home win, led by a tight one-two finish from Annabelle Santiago and Keelan Donnelly. Santiago crossed first in 23:21.9, just ahead of Donnelly in 23:22.4, while Stoughton’s Savannah Mulholland broke up the Franklin pack with a third-place finish in 23:23.4. The Panthers then took the next three spots behind Sasha Ignatova (23:33.3), Abigail Liang (23:37.5), and Emma Riley (23:46.5) to close out the scoring. Stoughton was unable to field a full scoring team, with Kaniah Washington (25:02.0) and Jadae Fray (28:33.4) also finishing for the Black Knights.

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/tuesdays-schedule-scoreboard-09-15-26/

FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com

Tri-County high school sports results for Tuesday, Sep 15, 2026

 

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Save the date: 51st Annual Craft Fair - Saturday, November 14 at Tri-County RVTHS

"Come join us for the 51st annual juried craft fair of home accessories, clothing, bath/body, art, wood, paper, candle and jewelry amazing products!"

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/1GkszwE9A3/

The String School of Franklin begins September 23

"It’s time to pick up your bow and make some music!

String School is a great opportunity for young musicians to build their skills and grow their confidence. Whether your student is just getting started or looking to strengthen their string skills, there’s a place for them at String School!

To register or learn more follow the link https://bit.ly/3T28FUw"

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Keep Your Home Clean and Healthy: Visit SAFE's Medication Take Back Event Oct 24

If you have old prescriptions sitting in your medicine cabinet or expired over-the-counter meds taking up space, here's your chance to dispose of them safely while helping protect your community.

The SAFE Coalition is hosting drive-thru medication disposal stations on Saturday, October 24, 10 AM – noon at locations in Franklin, Norfolk, Medway, Millis, and Wrentham. It's completely free, totally anonymous, and you don't even have to get out of your car. 

You can find drive-up locations in the parking lots of Franklin Town Hall, Medway Town Hall, Millis Fire Department, Norfolk Police Department, and Wrentham Town Hall.

What can you bring? Any medication you want to get rid of – over-the-counter pills, prescription medications (yes, including opioids), and even medical devices like vapes and cartridges. No questions asked, no judgment, just safe disposal. 

Visit safecoalitionma.org/rx-day for details.

Clean it Out

Most of us have a drawer or cabinet somewhere with old medications we're not sure what to do with. But keeping unused or expired prescriptions around isn't just clutter – it can actually be dangerous. The numbers are pretty sobering: in 2023, 20% of people who had opioid prescriptions ended up misusing them, either by taking higher doses than prescribed or using them in ways their doctors didn't recommend.

And it's not just about misuse. Those leftover pills can be dangerous if kids, pets, or other family members accidentally get into them. And flushing old meds down the toilet might seem like an easy solution, but it can contaminate our water supply and harm fish and other wildlife.

SAFE Coalition has partnered with Deterra to make medication disposal as easy and safe as possible. Can't make it to the September 15 event? No problem – you can check out the Deterra website to buy drug deactivation systems like disposal pouches, lockboxes, and containers that let you safely dispose of medications at home.

Thursday, eat at Santa Fe, show the flyer, help FHS golf team with fund raising - easy peasy

This Thursday, 

eat at Santa Fe, 

show the flyer, 

help FHS golf team with fund raising 

now that is easy peasy  !!!

You can help fund raise for the Tri-County Cross Country Team by eating at Uno's - Sep 30

via Tri-County

"Lace up & join us for a great cause!

Support our Cross Country team at our fundraiser at Uno Pizzeria in Bellingham!

📅 Wednesday, September 30, 2026
📍 Uno Pizzeria — Bellingham
💙 Come grab some delicious pizza, support our runners, and help our Cross Country team reach their goals!

Bring your family, bring your friends, bring your appetite! Dine in or Take out!

We hope to see you there!"

Shared from - https://www.instagram.com/p/DdTrsS1kbpN/

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday, September 16, 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:

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 6:00 PM - Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock covering Franklin, its local government, services, and events 

• This hour features Town Council Quarterbacking with Councilor Max Morrongiello  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/09/town-council-quarterbacking-with-town.html

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM  The Wonderful World of Wine – Mark Lenzi, Kim Simone  All about wine, its culture, lore and finer points.    (repeats Saturday at 1 PM)  

• This segment features Episode 324 - Inside the Mind of a Master Sommelier with Michael Meagher       https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/09/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode.html
   

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 Wednesday, September 9, 2026 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

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

7:30 am     Battleship Cove: Inside the History Pt. 2

8:30 am Michelle Piorier-Mozzone

10:00 am Second Sunday Speaker Series: Scott Mason

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Red Pepper Soup

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: Spring 2019 Show 2

4:00 pm Aging Agenda Episode 1

5:00 pm Franklin Matters: Maloney Farm & Forest

6:00 pm Franklin 4th: Full Circle

7:02 pm Franklin 4th: Jeff Pitchell

8:30 pm Circle of Friends: Susan Werner

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

8:30 am FHS Concert Hour 02-25-26

10:00 am ArtWeek: Ed Iannuccilli

11:00 am Middle School 7th & 8th Grade Chorus & Orchestra

1:00 pm FHS Varsity Volleyball v Bishop Feehan 09-11-26

3:30 pm FHS Varsity Field Hockey v King Philip 10-09-25

5:15 pm     25th Anniversary Lions All-State Band

7:00 pm Varsity Football v Wachusett 09-10-26

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

8:00 am Town Council 09-02-26

1:00 pm Town Council 09-02-26

6:00 pm        Town Council live broadcast

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: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 ???

Tuesday, September 15

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

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

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

Franklin Senior Center Calendar for September

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BDUk1yeDL0SMHUNPnqRRZIcMq3Bvyxl2/view?usp=sharing

*** Town Meetings today ***

Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School Finance Committee Meeting

Tuesday, September 15 Time: 12:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09152026-2510 

Design Review Meeting

Tuesday, September 15 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09152026-2499 

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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