What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, July 10, 2025 ???

Thursday, July 10

Library & Senior Center events

11:30am  Free Summer Lunch Program (Bellingham Library)

5:00pm Board Game Night (Pete's Nerd Emporium)

6:00pm LGBTQ Meeting: Game Night (Franklin TV and Radio 102.9 FM)

7:30pm Musical Bingo (Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub)

For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->        

https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

** Town Meetings today   **

Franklin Commission on Persons with Disabilities

Thursday, July 10 Time: 4:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07102025-1816

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What's happening today in Franklin? 

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

Are you curious to learn more about ADU’s? (Accessory Dwelling Units) - July 16

Are you curious to learn more about ADU’s?
(Accessory Dwelling Units) - July 16

Are you curious to learn more about ADU’s? (Accessory Dwelling Units) are now by right in Mass but there are tons of questions out there.

So I teamed up with Bryan Brown and we assembled an expert panel. Best part- it’s free!

But we do ask that you use the QR code or link to pre-register -> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/adus-u-leverage-new-tiny-home-laws-to-create-more-space-or-extra-income-tickets-1458722962649

Thanks!!

Ted


Ted Cormier-Leger, Realtor
Coldwell Banker
617.686.1265
HomesbyTed.com

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Register for the Arts and Culture Symposium - Sep 18 & Sep 19

Register for the Arts and Culture Symposium - Sep 18 & Sep 19

Join us for the Arts and Culture Symposium!

Connect and create - read more about the program and how you can participate. Includes artist opportunities & more!

#Arts #Community

Symposium info -> https://conta.cc/44xaRYA

Symposium tickets -> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/arts-and-culture-symposium-tickets-1461807598879

Concerts on the Common this week feature Mike Terrara; The Reminisants - July 11

Concerts on the Common this week feature Mike Terrara; The Reminisants

We have another great week with @franklin_recreation and Concerts on the Common.

Check out this week's lineup!

• 3pm - 5pm Mike Tarrara (live music) Franklin Town Common
• 5:30pm - 7:30pm The Reminisants (live music) Franklin Town Common

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Location change: We will be meeting at FRANKLIN TV!

Join us at 6:30 tomorrow

Franklin LGBTQ Alliance You Are Invited To Our July Monthly Meeting!   When: Thursday, July 10th at 6:30pm   Where: Due to rainy weather, we will be meeting  at Franklin TV!   What: Join us for some games! If you are not on our email list, sign up to receive future emails with this form.  View this email in your browser

Where can we build?

via the Massachusetts Housing Partnership:

Where can we build?

In addition to summarizing overall characteristics of western Massachusetts parcels, our Center for Housing Data’s new Western Massachusetts Parcel Explorer can help find potential development sites that fit criteria based on a project type of interest.
 
The CHD team worked through four project typologies to demonstrate how users can explore the data to identify an initial set of sites to explore that fit regional and community housing priorities.
 
These slides walk us through Scenario #1: Infill opportunities in neighborhoods with existing residential density
 
Read the full report -> https://www.mhp.net/news/2025/western-mass-development-opportunities

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Editor's Note: Yes, the details of the report focus on Western MA. The overall approach is not far off from any other area of MA.

Development Scenarios

Scenario 1: Infill opportunities in neighborhoods with existing residential density

Scenario 2: Accessory dwelling units near existing infrastructure

Scenario 3: Proactive investments to preserve affordable housing

Scenario 4: Diverse strategies and partnerships in Gateway Cities

Save the Date for Advocates Annual Gala - Nov 13. 2025 - 6 PM

Save the Date! Advocates Annual Gala ~ The Westin Waltham Thursday, November 13, 2025 | 6:00 PM We're going back to the '70s! It's our 50th anniversary, and we're excited to celebrate this milestone with you. Join us as we honor five decades of caring partnerships and creative solutions—and look ahead with hope and innovation to the next 50 years. For more information, please contact: Ellen Kipp | EKipp@Advocates​.org www.Advocates.org/Celebrating50 Advocates Advocates 1881 Worcester Road Framingham, MA 01701

Would you like to join our Opening Celebration with a FREE CLASS during our Launch Week Thurs-Sun July 17-20

Hi Neighbor, 

we are 8 days away from opening our new group strength and conditioning studio BFT Franklin Village on July 17th! 

As part of my Moms Only Stroll contact list, I would love to invite you to take a free class and join us to celebrate this huge milestone that has been in the works since NOV of 2023!!!    

👇Here's a link with class details or click the poll below! 

Book Free Class Here!

Would you like to join our Opening Celebration with a FREE CLASS during our Launch Week Thurs-Sun July 17-20? We offer 50-55min group strength and conditioning classes for all fitness levels and abilities!
YES! Send details
I have questions before I book
No thank you

📍220 Franklin Village Dr. Franklin

(in the Stop and Shop/Marshalls Plaza -- in between Wild Birds Unlimited and Visionworks) 

Bethany Hart Gerry CSCS, FDN-P Owner Destined 2 Evolve Wellness a: Boston MetroWest & Virtual p: +1 (203) 494-1261 w: destined2evolvewellness.com/ @destined2evolvewellness

Karaoke Night this Saturday! La Cantina 7/12/25

Karaoke Night this Saturday! La Cantina 7/12/25

Join us at La Cantina Winery on July 12 from 7–10 PM for a fun night of music, wine, and good vibes!

Don’t miss out, bring your friends and sing your heart out

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New Legal Ad - Electric Vehicle Charging Station 07/23/2025

The Franklin Town Council will hold a second reading and final vote on the adoption of two Town Code Bylaw Amendments summarized as follows:

• Bylaw Amendment 25-936: Proposes to add a new subsection G. Electric Vehicle Charging Station Revolving Fund as a new Authorized Revolving Fund under Chapter 73, Section 73-5 of Franklin Town Code.
• Bylaw Amendment 25-937: Proposes to amend Franklin Town Code at Chapter 82, Section 82-6, Schedule of Service, Subsection A. Administration by adding a fee of 35 cents per kWh for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations.

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

The second reading and final votes on adoption of both of these bylaw amendments will take place during the Town Council Public Meeting beginning at 6:00 pm on July 23, 2025; there will be an opportunity for public input during the process. Location: Municipal Building, 2nd Floor Council Chambers, 355 E. Central Street, Franklin, and also via the “ZOOM” platform. 

Residents can visit the Town website (Franklinma.gov) town calendar to review the agenda including full text of proposed bylaw amendments, and for up to date meeting information, on and after July 18, 2025. 

Please call the Town Administrator’s Office at (508) 520-4949 if you require further information or to make arrangements for translation services

Respectfully Submitted by,

Julie McCann

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Veterans and caregivers: Recognize VA benefits overpayment scams

Veterans and caregivers: Recognize VA benefits overpayment scams By BCP Staff Got a letter in the mail from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) saying you owe money due to an overpayment of your benefits?  You might be wondering: Was I really overpaid? How much do I need to pay back?  To get real answers to questions like these, always start by logging into your VA.gov account. Read more ->  https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2025/07/veterans-and-caregivers-recognize-va-benefits-overpayment-scams?utm_source=govdelivery

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, July 10, 2025

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

Franklin and its local government, services and events 

• This segment repeats the episode where Kris Russell and I talk about the 15th Anniversary of The Drummers Studio https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/06/kris-russell-and-i-talk-about-15th.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 airs Sting's "Ten Summoner's Tales" album, his 4th studio album post the Police, Ten Summoner's Tales includes the award winning songs "If I Ever Lose My Faith In You" and "Fields Of Gold".  As a solo musician and as a member of the Police, Sting has received 17 Grammy Awards and as a solo artist, he has an additional 10 GRAMMY Awards  beyond his Police wins.   

The Vibe Playlist Hour features live and studio cuts from Sting's solo career and a few surprise Police songs.   

Enjoy Sting's creativity and masterful music productions!

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, July 10, 2025

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

9:00 am Frank's Musings: Israeli Conflict

9:30 am Frank's Musings: Big, Beautiful Bill

10:30 am SAFE Coalition: Overdose Awareness Day 2024

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Lobstah

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

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Pies

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Meat-Lovers Pt. 2

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 1

3:00 pm Riffing on Main Street: Amy Adams

4:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage 2

5:00 pm Sons & Daughters of Italy: Ciambotta

6:00 pm Horace Mann PSA

9:00 pm Circle of Friends: Abbie Gardner

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

7:00 am Public School Event: Remington Spring Music '22

8:30 am All-Town Showcase 2024: Chorus and Orchestra

10:00 am FHS Graduation 2025

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

3:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage 2

4:00 pm FHS Varsity Softball v Taunton 04-09-25

9:00 pm FHSTC: Urinetown

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

8:00 am Conservation Commission 06-26-25

2:00 pm Conservation Commission 06-26-25

7:00 pm Conservation Commission  CHAMBERS  921 2794 2877 

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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