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Providing accurate and timely information about what matters in Franklin, MA since 2007. * Working in collaboration with Franklin TV and Radio (wfpr.fm) since October 2019 *
Friday, December 1, 2023
Franklin Downtown Partnership presents the Holiday Gift Guide for 2023
Sunday, October 8, 2023
La Cantina Winery is hiring to support their expansion
"La Cantina Winery is currently seeking extraordinary individuals to form our tasting room team for our much-anticipated opening. As a member of our crush house team, you will be responsible for creating a fun, informative, and memorable experience for our guests who are like our friends and family.
If you are personable, reliable, hard-working, professional, a good conversationalist, and above all else enjoy creating nothing but the best experience for others, we are interested in hearing from you!
A variety of front of the house and back of the house positions are available including a chef! Stop by during our regular hours for an application."
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The former automotive shop will become La Cantina Winery's expanded operations. Lot ready for paving |
Monday, September 11, 2023
"Keeping the bookstore here" status for August 2023!
Via Escape Into Fiction
We made the month goals and a bit more!! Thank you #franklinma for ALL of your #shoplocal support and showing the love!
We are grateful to be in a wonderful #community and hope to continue to see the goal met each month going forward!!
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"Keeping the bookstore here" status for August 2023! |
Sunday, September 10, 2023
April Rock and I talk about local business and her lessons to share from Escape Into Fiction (audio)
FM #1056 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1056 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares my conversation with April Rock, owner operator of Escape Into Fiction. We met in person at Escape on Tuesday, February 14, 2023. (Yes, this may seem to have gotten ‘aged’ in the archives. However, the discussion was relatively green so it did age well. Fortunately, April is healthy now and approved of sharing this.)
April shares her insights into operating a bookstore downtown Franklin, collaborating with Franklin Art Association, the Cultural District, Cultural Council, and other local groups. How research and listening are her two big pieces of advice for local businesses.
Their inventory is small but they can order other books you want, as long as they are still in print. So if you don’t find something in particular, don’t be afraid to ask.
This conversation runs about 16 minutes. Let’s listen to my conversation with April at Escape Into Fiction. Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1056-escape-into-fiction-with-april-rock-02-14-23
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Escape Into Fiction webpage -> https://escapeintofiction.com/
Located at 12 Min St, Franklin contact and hours -> https://escapeintofiction.com/contact-hours
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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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Saturday, August 5, 2023
Escape Into Fiction appeals to local support to survive
"As a small business owner I have to constantly monitor our progress. So far this year we have met so many new customers and we have grown so much!!But the reality is that in order to stay where we are, right on Main St, and to continue in a healthy business pattern we will need to make sure we are making enough business.We’ve been asked many times, so I thought I’d share. Here are the numbers it will take for us to remain and stay viable.Shopping local matters. The store is asked almost daily for donations, participating in local events, and about employment. Without local support we can’t manage it all.Thank you for those who are already loyal! We are so appreciative"
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Escape Into Fiction appeals to local support to survive |
Friday, August 4, 2023
Franklin Downtown Partnership shares date night suggestions for August - #ThinkFranklinFirst (photo essay)
Via the Franklin Downtown partnership:
"Looking for some fun date night ideas for the month of August? We’ve got you covered!!
Check out these great local spots and events coming to you this month!
Summer is a great time to explore all that Franklin has to offer!"
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Franklin Downtown Partnership shares date night suggestions for August |
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FDP shares date night suggestions for August - Birchwood Bakery |
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FDP shares date night suggestions for August - La Cantina Winery |
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FDP shares date night suggestions for August - The Rome Restaurant |
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FDP shares date night suggestions for August - Franklin Nutrition |
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FDP shares date night suggestions for August - THE BLACK BOX |
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FDP shares date night suggestions for August - Teddie Gallagher's Pub |
Sunday, January 22, 2023
Want to know where to get your Girl Scout Cookies in Franklin, MA?
- 1/22 Fresh Start Market 12-3pm
- 1/28
- King St. Dunkin' 8a-1p
- Dean Bank 8:30a-12p
- Stop & Shop 10a-2p
- 1/29 Learning Express 10a-2p
- 2/4
- King St. Dunkin' 8a-1p
- Aubuchon's 10a-2p
- 2/11
- Shaw's 9a-2p
- Stop & Shop 10a-2p
- Dean Bank 8:30a-12p
- 2/12
- King St. Dunkin' 8a-1p
- Shaw's 9a-2p
- Stop & Shop 10a-2p
- 2/18
- Learning Express 10a-2p
- DCU Bank 8:30a-1p
- 2/19 Learning Express 11a-2p
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Look no further than Thru the Looking Glass
Reminder: THINK FRANKLIN FIRST GIFT CARDSThe cards are available for purchase in any denomination at Dean Bank or franklingiftcard.com. This website provides the most up-to-date list of participating businesses.If you are a local business owner who would like more information contact Lily Rivera at 508-553-4888 or riveral@franklinps.net
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Look no further than Thru the Looking Glass |
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Support the Franklin Music Boosters! Get your meal(s) from Santa Fe Burrito Grill - Tues, Dec 6 from 5 to 9 PM
"Enjoy a great meal, support a local business and the Franklin Music Boosters!
Santa Fe Burrito Grill
Tuesday, December 6 from 5 to 9 PM
30% of the event sales are donated back.
Tell them it's for the Franklin Music Boosters!"
https://twitter.com/FranklinHSOrch/status/1599774433123573760
Thursday, December 1, 2022
Fur And Feather Families Take Note! Vet Med Pet Supplies has been helping Franklin area pets for almost 40 years
Written by Lyn MacLean
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Shop Small, Shop Local (video)
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Shop Small, Shop Local |
Thursday, November 24, 2022
Instead of Black Friday, let's focus on Small Business Saturday & #GivingTuesday
- Pour Richard's Wine & Spirits -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/11/the-shop-local-for-holidays-series.html
- Pretty Is Pink -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/11/shop-local-at-pretty-is-pink-boutique.html
Tuesday, November 22, 2022
Shop Local at the PRETTY IS PINK Boutique and "Look Good – Feel Good"
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Shop Local at the PRETTY IS PINK Boutique and "Look Good – Feel Good" (image courtesy of Pretty Is Pink Facebook page) |
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
The Shop Local for Holidays Series features Pour Richard’s Wine & Spirits
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Pour Richard’s Wine & Spirits |
Another great way to support our local economy. This gift card provides use to a variety of local businesses and makes the perfect gift! The cards are available for purchase in any denomination at Dean Bank or franklingiftcard.com. This website provides the most up-to-date list of participating businesses.
If you are a local business owner who would like more information contact Lily Rivera at 508-553-4888 or riveral@franklinps.net