What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, September 12, 2026 ???

Saturday, September 12

9:00am Cactus and Succulent Festival (Norfolk Town Common and Library)

9:00am First Senior Center Yard Sale (Franklin Senior Center)

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

9:00am Spier Family 5K & Family Day (Foxborough)

9:00am Wrentham Day (Wrentham Center)

9:30am Bike and Helmet Safety Event (Franklin High School)

10:00am FSPA Open House (38 Main St)

10:30am Weekend Wiggles! (Franklin Public Library)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

7:30pm Ken Barney (live music) (AJ's Pub)

8:00pm Karaoke at The Raillery (Raillery Public House)

*** 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

Scary Scurry 5K and Fun Run 2026 returns on Oct 18 - register now !!

This. And you at the

Scary Scurry 5K and Fun Run 2026.

🗓️ October 18
👕 Free shirt with 5K registration by Sept 18!

Register - Childrensmuseumfranklin.org/scary-scurry 

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The Annual Milford 5K & Kids Dash is 29 Days Away!!

September 19, 2026

Runner/ Walker: $20.00 ($25.00 for day of race registration on site)

Kid's Dash: $10.00

Proceeds from race benefit Massachusetts Special Olympics

Location: Milford High School at 31 Fountain St. Race will start at end at the entrance to the gymnasium (located at the back of the school)

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Registration - 8:00am (Day of Registration Fee is $25)

Kids Dash - 8:30am

Race - 9:00am

Awards - 10:15am

Awards presented to top Male and Female finishers in 7 divisions: Under 19, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

Course Route

Start at back parking lot of High School (near gym entrance). Out front driveway, right onto West Fountain Street, left onto Congress Street, left onto North Vine Street, left onto Highland Street, left onto West Fountain Street and right into the first entrance of the high school, then left into road leading to gymnasium entrance.

Register at the link - https://fundraise.specialolympicsma.org/events/1048

Scary Scurry 5K & Kids Fun Run returns October 18, 2026

"A ghoulishly good time for the whole family!

Spooky season will be here before we know it! Our Scary Scurry 5K & Kids Fun Run returns this October 18 with a certified 5K course, costumes, a kids fun run, and private Museum play for race participants and their families."

Register: runsignup.com/Race/MA/Franklin/ScaryScurry

Spier Family 5K & Family Day - Sept 12, 2026

Join us for a great race and family day!

Sponsored by the Spier Family and in support of our Hockomock Area YMCA Food Access Initiative, the annual 5K that hundreds have come to love is taking place at our Invensys Foxboro Branch. Join us!

This course and the entire morning of activities will make memories for years to come for all ages and abilities. All proceeds will go to feeding our community and our Food Access Program.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 at our Invensys Foxboro Branch

67 Mechanic Street in Foxboro, Massachusetts

»» 5K Race begins at 8:00 a.m. on the streets surrounding the Y. Announcements and greetings will begin at 7:50 a.m.

»» Registration available online or on race day (starting at 7:00 a.m.)

»» Kids Fun Run will start at 9:00 a.m. (ages 12 and under) on the field, immediately following the Awards.

»» Parking will be at Schneider Electric, directly across the street from our YMCA entrance. Please park there and walk over to the YMCA. 

The Y will be open normal hours with programs running as scheduled. Our Y parking lot will be closed in the morning until approximately 10:30am. for the safety of our race participants.

»» Cost: $25 for the 5K

»» Cost: Free for the Kids Fun Run (but must be registered)

»» Strollers are also welcome as part of the race.

»» Don’t miss the YMCA’s free activities! Family Day will be happening 8:00am-10:30am

ABOUT THE DAY

Our excellent 5K race will kick off the Hockomock Y’s Spier Family Kindness for Kids Family Day. 

What a better way to encourage healthy patterns for the young ones in your life than this: 

a) arrive early and run or walk the Kindness for Kids 5K, 

b) check out fun, interactive and educational vendor booths, and then 

c) cheer on kids in the Kids Fun Run!

For information about becoming a vendor for the family fun day, please email patrickm@hockymca.org.

Questions about the 5K or the overall event, please email nicoleb@hockymca.org.

The Watermelon Wobbler 5K is Saturday, Aug 15 at White Barn Farm

"Join us at White Barn Farm on Saturday, August 15 for a fun 5K trail run/walk/hike through scenic Wrentham conservation land and White Barn Farm! The race is open to all ages and skill levels. 

💪 8:45 AM — Pre-race warm-up with BaseCamp FitCo

🏁 9:00 AM — Race begins!

🍉 Run, walk, hike & WOBBLE your way to the finish!

Even better, 5% of registration costs will support our Farm Fresh Produce initiative with the Wrentham Food Pantry, helping provide locally grown produce to members of our community. 

Grab your sneakers and sign up!" 

Register here - https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Wrentham/WatermelonWobbler5kWhiteBarnFarm

Advocates See Me 5K Run, Walk, and Roll - September 19

Our See Me 5K Run, Walk, and Roll is more than an event—it’s a message.

See my strengths. See my full humanity. See me, not just my challenges or diagnosis.

Join us on Saturday, September 19 at Hopkinton State Park to challenge stigma, promote well-being, and spread the message that people experiencing mental health and other life challenges are valued, whole, and vital members of our communities. Proceeds from this event benefit The Michael Jones Memorial Fund at Advocates.

About Advocates

Advocates is a nonprofit organization providing comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges.

About The Michael Jones Memorial Fund

The Michael Jones Memorial Fund provides funding for activities, resources, and other items that will positively impact the quality of life, health, and wellness of people served by Advocates.

Registration = https://raceroster.com/events/2026/127029/advocates-see-me-5k-run-walk-and-roll

The Annual Milford 5K & Kids Dash - September 19, 2026

The Annual Milford 5K & Kids Dash - September 19, 2026

Runner/ Walker: $20.00 ($25.00 for day of race registration on site)

Kid's Dash: $10.00

Proceeds from race benefit Massachusetts Special Olympics

Location: Milford High School at 31 Fountain St. Race will start at end at the entrance to the gymnasium (located at the back of the school)

Registration - 8:00am (Day of Registration Fee is $25)

Kids Dash - 8:30am

Race - 9:00am

Awards - 10:15am

Awards presented to top Male and Female finishers in 7 divisions: Under 19, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

Course Route

Start at back parking lot of High School (near gym entrance). Out front driveway, right onto West Fountain Street, left onto Congress Street, left onto North Vine Street, left onto Highland Street, left onto West Fountain Street and right into the first entrance of the high school, then left into road leading to gymnasium entrance.

Register at the link before 9/14/26 - https://fundraise.specialolympicsma.org/events/1048

15th Annual Rail Trail Race Raises Over $8,000 for Trail Improvements

The Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee (FBRTC) is thrilled to announce the successful completion of the 5K race hosted by the Tri-Valley Front Runners (TVFR), which raised over $8,000 to support trail improvements. 

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to TVFR, and especially to Mark Capparella, the TVFR race director, and his team for their unwavering support and exceptional organization of this event. At the most recent FBRTC meeting, Mark and the TVFR team presented FBRTC President Paul Stamp & FBRTC race director Sue Fleuette with a donation of $6,016. That donation will go towards the committee’s efforts to advocate for continued development and maintenance of the Southern New England Trunkline Trail (SNETT). 

TVFR also donated race proceeds to the Franklin Food Pantry in Franklin and St Blaise Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry in Bellingham. Along with the donation from TVFR, over $2,500 in donations were received from from local businesses, including the event’s Platinum Sponsor, Body Fit Training (BFT) Franklin Village

Pictured: Darren McNamara (FBRTC), Mark Capparella, Anthony Landry, Jill Duhaime (TVFR President), Michael Dalesio, Stephen Sullivan, Paul Stamp (FBRTC), Sue Fleuette (FBRTC)

The Tri-Valley Front Runners, the premier running organization in the Tri-Valley region, took over the production of this race in 2019 when Dave Labonte, the former director, stepped down. Steve Pohnert, a member of both FBRTC and TVFR, facilitated this transition, and since then, TVFR has continuously supported our cause. The event resumed with a virtual race in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by an in-person road race in 2022, and in 2023, we successfully hosted our first trail race.

TVFR, founded in the early 1980s, is an all-inclusive, vibrant running club that welcomes runners of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. They organize a variety of events, including road races, trail runs, track workouts, and group training runs, fostering a sense of community and promoting healthy living. For more information about TVFR, visit Tri-Valley Front Runners.

The FBRTC is a non-profit organization dedicated to the use and development of the SNETT. Our mission is to create, promote, and maintain a safe and accessible trail system that benefits the communities of Franklin and Bellingham. Learn more about our efforts at Franklin Bellingham Rail Trail.

The May 16th 5K race saw a total of 177 finishers, just shy of the record 184 finishers in the 2024 race. The success of this event is a testament to the hard work and collaboration between our volunteers and the TVFR team, including community volunteers and TVFR members who participated in the race.

We would like to acknowledge and congratulate our top finishers: Daniel Kurczy of Bellingham, who won the overall men’s category, and Bethany Prostano of New York who won the overall women’s category. A total of 58 medals were awarded across various age groups, celebrating the spirit and competitiveness of all participants. Full race results can be found at 2026 FBRTC 5K Results.

The next race is scheduled for Saturday, May 15, 2027. We look forward to another successful event and continued support from our community. For more information on how to get involved or support the FBRTC, please visit our website.

3rd Annual Celebration of Life Pin Fun Run & Fireworks Festival - June 20 (video)

For Kids' Sake Foundation hosts its annual community fundraising 5K and fireworks festival--this year's 5K features a first-of-its-kind collectible enamel pin experience along the race route, including a limited-edition collaboration pin with An Unlikely Story, the Plainville bookstore owned by Diary of a Wimpy Kid creator Jeff Kinney. 

The starting line in 2025 (courtesy photo)

The evening also includes: live music, food and drink vendors, festival games, silent auction & raffle prizes, and an incredible professional fireworks finale

All proceeds fund CAR-T cancer research at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Seattle Children's Hospital. 

Free fireworks and festival admission for all.

Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 5–11 PM

Field of Dreams, 80 School Street, Plainville, MA 02762

Register, donate, or learn more: forkidssakefoundation.org/5k2026

Still time to register for the 15th Annual FBRTC 5K: Saturday May 16, 2026

~ Counting down to Race Day! ~ Please join us for the 15th Annual FBRTC 5K Road Race Hosted by TVFR & FBRTC ​ Date: Saturday May 16, 2026  Start Time: 9am Location: Grove Street SNETT Trailhead – Parking at Waters Corporation, 210 Grove St., Franklin, MA. 02038 Entry Info:  18 yrs & Under: $25.00 pre-registration / $40.00 day-of 19 yrs - 69 yrs: $30.00 pre-registration / $40.00 day-of 70 yrs and Above: $25 / $40.00 day-of Awards:  5K Awards will be First Place Overall M/F. Age Group Awards: Top 3 M/F: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ Event Details: Race start time: 9:00 AM. Registration opens at 7:30 AM. Course Details: Out-and-back 5k on hard-packed dirt trail. Course map available soon! Amenities:  1. Plenty of water and refreshments. 2. Walkers welcome. 3. Post-race refreshments 4. Awards to top 3 in each age group 5. Post-race gathering for raffle door prizes 6. Commemorative Race Tee-Shirts to the first 150 registered participants - sizes as available after April 17th. Early Bib Pick-Up / In-Person Registration on Friday May 15 at BFT (Body Fit Training) at 220 Franklin Village Drive, Franklin (across the shopping plaza from the Stop and Shop) from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Race Day Registration - Available on-site until 8:45 AM. ​ Additional Info Available at https://www.tri-valleyfrontrunners.com/fbrtc This race benefits the continuing efforts to develop the Southern New England Trunkline Trail (SNETT) into a multiuse path for Franklin & Bellingham. The SNETT is an abandoned rail bed running from Franklin through Douglas to the CT boarder, sections of which have become fully developed multi-use paths linking communities across southern Central Massachusetts. For more info & to learn how else you can help visit: https://www.franklinbellinghamrailtrail.org/ Register Here

Tri-Valley Front Runners
PO Box 125, Milford,MA, 01757 United States

The FBRTC 5k - Seeking Volunteers to help with the fund raising road race

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View this email in your browser FBRTC 5k - Seeking Volunteers   Hello! The FBRTC is looking for volunteers to help the morning of May 16, 2026 for our annual 5k fundraiser.  Our partners at Tri-Valley Front Runners will be leading the event, but need assistance in the following areas: Parking Greeting/Direction Raffle Tent Registration / Bib Pick Up / Check In Road Crew Water Stop / Turn Around Spot Timing / Start / Finish / Results / Awards We need volunteers at different times of the morning, from setting up the event starting around 8:00 AM, to supporting the race at 9:00 AM, to breaking down the event starting at 10:00 AM. If you can help out at all, please sign up using this link. Warm regards, Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee Our mailing address is: Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee PO Box 68 Franklin, Ma 02038

Have you registered for the 15th Annual FBRTC 5K: Saturday May 16, 2026 ???

Please join us for the 15th Annual FBRTC 5K Road Race Hosted by TVFR & FBRTC Date: Saturday May 16, 2026  Start Time: 9 AM Location: Grove Street SNETT Trailhead – Parking at Waters Corporation, 210 Grove St., Franklin, MA. 02038 Entry Info:  18 yrs & Under: $25.00 pre-registration / $40.00 day-of 19 yrs - 69 yrs: $30.00 pre-registration / $40.00 day-of 70 yrs and Above: $25 / $40.00 day-of Awards:  5K Awards will be First Place Overall M/F. Age Group Awards: Top 3 M/F: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ Event Details: Race start time: 9:00 AM. Registration opens at 7:30 AM. Course Details: Out-and-back 5k on hard-packed dirt trail. Course map available soon! Amenities:  1. Plenty of water and refreshments. 2. Walkers welcome. 3. Post-race refreshments 4. Awards to top 3 in each age group 5. Post-race gathering for raffle door prizes 6. Commemorative Race Tee-Shirts to the first 150 registered participants - sizes as available after April 17th. Early Bib Pick-Up / In-Person Registration on Friday May 15 at BFT (Body Fit Training) at 220 Franklin Village Drive, Franklin (across the shopping plaza from the Stop and Shop) from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Race Day Registration - Available on-site until 8:45 AM. Additional Info Available at https://www.tri-valleyfrontrunners.com/fbrtc This race benefits the continuing efforts to develop the Southern New England Trunkline Trail (SNETT) into a multiuse path for Franklin & Bellingham. The SNETT is an abandoned rail bed running from Franklin through Douglas to the CT boarder, sections of which have become fully developed multi-use paths linking communities across southern Central Massachusetts. For more info & to learn how else you can help visit: https://www.franklinbellinghamrailtrail.org/ Register Here

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Tri-Valley Front Runners
PO Box 125, Milford,MA, 01757United States

The FBRTC 5k - Seeking Volunteers to help with the 5K race in May

Sign up to volunteer for the FBRTC 5k

View this email in your browser FBRTC 5k - Seeking Volunteers   Hello! The FBRTC is looking for volunteers to help the morning of May 16, 2026 for our annual 5k fundraiser.  Our partners at Tri-Valley Front Runners will be leading the event, but need assistance in the following areas: Parking Greeting/Direction Raffle Tent Registration / Bib Pick Up / Check In Road Crew Water Stop / Turn Around Spot Timing / Start / Finish / Results / Awards We need volunteers at different times of the morning, from setting up the event starting around 8:00 AM, to supporting the race at 9:00 AM, to breaking down the event starting at 10:00 AM. If you can help out at all, please sign up using this link. Warm regards, Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee Our mailing address is: Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee PO Box 68 Franklin, Ma 02038