What's happening in Franklin, MA: Wednesday, June 4, 2025 ???

Library & Senior Center events

Wednesday, June 4

10:00am Veterans Coffee Social (Franklin Senior Center)

6:00pm HMMS Concert (Horace Mann School)

For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->   

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

**  Town Meetings today   **

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETINGS

Wednesday, June 4 Time: 5:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06042025-1765 

Town Council Meeting

Wednesday, June 4 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06042025-1769 

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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

Minaben Patel, mother of sweet Krisha, has passed away

Minaben Patel, mother of
sweet Krisha, has passed away

We would like to share, through the families wishes, that Minaben Patel, mother of sweet Krisha, has passed away.


Minaben’s family is again deeply thankful for all the love and support shared over the last week. They invite the community to honor this amazing Mother, Wife, Family Member and friend this Friday for a service of remembrance.

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Professional Firefighters of Franklin statement on FY 2026 override results

Professional Firefighters of Franklin

IAFF Local 2637

FRANKLIN, MASSACHUSETTS 02038

PO BOX 161 508-528-2323 x1962

BRIAN HAMANN     JOSHUA IMPEY DAVID OGILVIE  MICHAEL McCONAGHY

PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT TREASURER SECRETARY

To the Residents of Franklin:

We would like to express our deep disappointment in the wake of last night's vote, which resulted in a failed tax override. While we understand that there are many considerations in making these types of decisions, we must stress that this outcome will have a significant and immediate impact on public safety and the well-being of our community. The failure of this funding measure means that we now face unavoidable cuts to our staffing levels, including the deactivation of A3.

The reduction of staffing levels will strain an already overburdened system, potentially leading to longer response times and an increased risk to public safety. The elimination of the third ambulance means that we will no longer be able to respond to certain calls in a timely manner, which puts our ability to serve our community effectively in jeopardy. The failure to pass this tax override is a setback to the progress we've made together in ensuring a safer, healthier community.

We remain committed to our mission and will continue to serve with the dedication and professionalism you have come to expect from us. However, we urge all community leaders and residents to recognize the very real consequences of this decision and consider how we can work together to secure the resources needed to maintain the safety and well-being of everyone in Franklin.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. We look forward to continuing the conversation and working together toward a safer future.

Professional Firefighters of Franklin

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Tri-County student crafts guitar in Metal Fabrication

A True Guitar Masterpiece!

Tri-County student crafts guitar in Metal Fabrication

Shoutout to Junior, Ben Redfield, who teamed up with Metal Fabrication Instructor Ken Young to craft the stunning King-V guitar! 

Ben took this project to the next level by hand-fabricating the entire guitar body out of aluminum—a bold and innovative approach that makes this piece truly one-of-a-kind. After meticulous work, he wired and assembled the guitar, bringing it to life as a fully functional instrument! 

This incredible creation is a testament to skill, craftsmanship, and passion. Keep rocking, Ben—this is nothing short of legendary! 

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Help The Pantry Falmouth Road Race Team with fund raising event at Pour Richard's June 21

fund raising event at Pour Richard's June 21

The Pantry's @falmouthroadrace Team is lacing up to make a difference, and needs YOUR support! Join us for an afternoon fundraiser which includes wine tasting, delicious bites, and an awesome silent auction. 

Every ticket helps The Pantry provide vital services and programs to our community.

🗓️ When: Saturday, June 21, 2025 from 1 to 5 PM
📍 Where: @pourrichardswinema, 835 W Central St #2, Franklin, MA
🎟️ Tickets: $30 in advance ($35 at the door) – includes wine tasting, small bites & a door-prize ticket!

Come help The Pantry Falmouth Road Race Team meet their fundraising goal!
Purchase tix on our website -> https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/falmouthroadrace/

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ALERT: 350 Mass node mtg this Thursday, June 5, 7-9 PM, & BACKGROUND READING

Dear Greater Franklin node member,

Our 350 Mass Greater Franklin node meeting will be held this Thursday, June 5, 7:00-9:00 pm at the First Universalist Society Franklin (FUSF), 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin, MA. 

It will be hybrid, which means both in-person and by Zoom. To get the most out of the meeting which will include a lot of discussion, I encourage you to attend in-person, if at all possible.

350 Mass node mtg this Thursday, June 5

Meeting Zoom link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81930304274?pwd=Tm9VdGxYcDFaVTVDUkwyT3YvUnlFdz09
Meeting ID: 819 3030 4274    Passcode: 350ma

Dial-in +1 646 876 9923

As some light homework to prepare you for the meeting & to get more out of it, we suggest you look beforehand at the two short summaries linked below, one of the "Roadmap" bill that became law in 2021, as well as Governor Healey's "Energy Affordability" legislation filed in May. That information will guide our discussion:

• Foundation laid by the Roadmap Act

• short summary

• longer summary

• Rep. Cusack remarks

• Gov. Healey's bill & our Save Money with Clean Heat (SMCH) bills

• short summary

• Governor's press release

• longer summary

• SMCH bills

• What should we do now?

OTHER TOPICS:

* Review our upcoming Franklin tabling schedule for Fridays, June 13 and June 27, 2025.

* Reports from Wednesday's legislative briefing & Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy (TUE) hearing

* Updates on protecting democracy

* Other?

Hoping to see you at 262 Chestnut Street in Franklin this Thursday at 7 PM.

With gratitude,
Carolyn and Steve

508-335-0848 Carolyn cell

Franklin Officer Brabham graduated from the William James College Graduate Certificate Course in Crisis Response & Behavioral Health

Officer Tyler Brabham

Congratulations to Officer Tyler Brabham! Last month Officer Brabham graduated from the nine month William James College Graduate Certificate Course in Crisis Response & Behavioral Health.

The Center for Crisis Response and Behavioral Health at William James College provides training and education to mental health professionals and law enforcement on effective response methods for encounters with individuals who are experiencing a psychiatric, substance-related, or mental health crisis.

The program addresses an important need for expanding roles and opportunities in public safety and seeks to create effective partnerships between mental health and law enforcement.

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Department of Conservation & Recreation publishes plans for SNETT

Department of Conservation &
Recreation publishes plans for SNETT

Last year, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) had prepared draft Resource Management Plans (RMPs) for several locations inside the Blackstone Complex. 

The Southern New England Trunkline Trail (SNETT) was one of the properties targeted for improvements. 

Earlier this year, DCR posted the finalized version of the RMP for the SNETT. Go to our website to read about some of the highlights in the report for our section of the trail.  ->   https://www.franklinbellinghamrailtrail.org/2025/06/01/department-of-conservation-recreation-publishes-plans-for-snett/

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Reminder: PMC Kids Sunday, June 8 at Jefferson School

The ride is this Sunday, and there is still time to fundraise! Remember, you get one raffle ticket for every $20 you raise!

Reminder: PMC Kids Sunday, June 8 at Jefferson School

Contribute to the cause -> https://kids.pmc.org/franklin

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2025 Panther Youth Football Academy - registration is open

2025 Panther Youth Football Academy

Here is a great opportunity to evolve your child’s football game with July. The academy is for players entering 3rd-8th grade this fall. 

Register here:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBP5Ypm7w6-YKoHeHYEim6z7Mm__4T8RRaTX0leYwmKfGgKQ/viewform?pli=1

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Watch "US Federal Income Taxes: How the US Federal Government is Funded & How Your Share is Calculated" on YouTube

Via USA Facts: 

"The US federal government collected $4.9 trillion in revenue in 2024 -- 99% of it from taxes. 49% came from federal income tax and 35% came from payroll taxes (for social security and medicare). The US has a progressive tax system, which means that you pay more taxes on each income tier (in 2024 for single filers, 10% on your first $11,600, 12% on $11,604 to $47,150 and so on). And you can deduct some expenses (like mortgage interest) from your taxable income amount. More Americans are in the 12% tax bracket than any other. Learn more about how personal federal income taxes work, as well as corporate taxes, state and local taxes, and tax changes over time. "

Video link ->  https://youtu.be/3B0EWgrr8ZI?

For more info:

https://usafacts.org/answers/how-much-does-the-us-federal-government-collect/country/united-states/

https://usafacts.org/articles/who-pays-the-most-income-tax/

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio introduced a brand new schedule early in 2025 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 Wednesday

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM   Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock 

Franklin and its local government, services and events  (repeats Saturday at 2 PM)  

• This features TheTopic: 007 - Conversation on Domestic Violence and services offered by New Hope, Inc A conversation with Lily Bufalino and Franklin (MA) Health Director Cathleen Liberty https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/06/thetopic-007-conversation-on-domestic.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)  

Hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi discuss An Italian Wine Journey with Alessia Botturi   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/05/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode_0493186571.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, June 4, 2025

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

7:30 am Mental Health: Max Morrongiello

8:30 am The Black Box: T3

10:00 am Franklin Art Association: Christine West

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Grillin'

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Scones

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Mac 'n' Cheese

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Shrimp, Tomato & Greens Pizzetta

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2019 Show 8

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 5

3:30 pm ArtWeek: Airmen of Note

5:30 pm United Methodist Church: Michael Rivelis

8:30 pm Circle of Friends: Joe Crookston

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

7:00 am Parmenter School Memorial Day Celebration

8:30 am Lifelong Music Spring 2025: Band and Glee

10:00 am SAFE Coalition: Overdose Awareness 2024

11:00 am FHS Spring Jazz 2025

12:30 pm FHS Varsity Softball v Milford 05-19-25

4:00 pm Tri County Honors Night 2025

7:00 pm FHS Senior Awards Night 2025

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

7:00 am Economic Development 05-21-25

8:00 am Town Council 05-21-25

12:00 pm Town Council 05-22-25

2:00 pm Town Council 05-21-25

7:00 pm Town Council  CHAMBERS  817 0446 2330

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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Unofficial Override Results: The NO's take it by 185 votes (video)

The unofficial results of the override election are in.  You can listen as Town Clerk Nancy Danello make the announcement in the FHS gymnasium about 8:30 PM June 3, 2025

2025 2024

Yes = 5093     5542

No = 5278     5778

Blank =     4         5

Total = 10.375 11,325

Margin = 185          236

Percent turnout    40%            45%

So the budget balancing adjustments will need to be made. The Town Council is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, June 4. They already continued their 2nd FY 2026 budget hearing to this night. They were hoping to close the hearing and then approve the budget as proposed BUT with the No vote prevailing, the proposed cuts will need to be applied.

The Town Council will determine the amount of the school funding, the School Committee and Central Office will need to determine within their budget how that will fall out.

Likely the sports and bus fees will remain as this year, and there will be additional personnel cuts (10-15 were mentioned previously). They are scheduled to meet on June 10.

There are some important events remaining this week.

• The first Farmers market of the season opens Friday on the Town Common from 2 to 6 PM
• Franklin High School graduates in Class of 2025 Friday evening
• Little Women, the Musical opens at THE BLACK BOX for a run Friday, Sat and Sunday
• Porchfest returns to Franklin on Saturday, with the rain date for Sunday. You can find the full schedule of 30 porches and over 50 performances at Franklin Porchfest Info

For all the meetings and cultural events, check out the calendars at Franklin.news  where each day, that day's events are posted on the top of the page, the TV and radio schedules are on the bottom, and all the other goodness falls in-between.

Video link -> https://youtu.be/_f-UkftK3fo