Franklin businesses, let's get festive this holiday season

"Calling ALLLLLL Franklin businesses! 

The holiday season is a great time to connect with our community, attract new customers, and celebrate all that makes Franklin special. 

Whether you’re a local retailer, small business, or restaurant, there’s a way for you to get involved in our upcoming holiday festivities!

Swipe for details, then visit the link  https://linktr.ee/franklinculture in our profile to find the resources and sign-up information you need.

Let’s make this holiday season one to remember while supporting our amazing local business community!"

Local makers, small businesses, and holiday shoppers—this one’s for you! - Pop Up Shop Dec 12

Franklin Kitchen Center is hosting a Christmas Pop-Up Market during A Wreath of Franklin! Join us for local shopping, wine, food, raffles, and holiday cheer as we transform our showroom into a festive marketplace.

Vendors wanted! Showcase your products in one of our kitchen vignettes—we provide the counter space, so no tables are needed. There’s no vendor fee; we simply ask participating vendors to contribute a toy donation for the Santa Foundation of Franklin.

📅 December 12 | 10 AM–5 PM

📍 Franklin Kitchen Center

22 East Central Street, Franklin, MA

Interested in being a vendor? Scan the QR code on the flyer to apply. Space is limited, and applications will be reviewed to create a balanced mix of vendors. Acceptance will be confirmed individually.

Planning to attend? Interested in showcasing your company as an event sponsor or provide items for attendees to win in our raffle?

Find details and RSVP here:

https://buytickets.at/franklinkitchencenter/2485363

Tag a local business you’d love to shop this Christmas, and help us spread the word! 

#FranklinMA #AWreathOfFranklin #ShopLocal #HolidayMarket #CallForVendors #FranklinKitchenCenter

Save the Date: The 2026 A-Wreath-of-Franklin is scheduled for Dec 12

via Cory Shea

"Greetings Franklin community members!

Please save the date for Saturday, December 12, 2026, 11 AM-4 PM for the 2026 A-Wreath-of-Franklin program!  

This year’s theme was suggested by a Franklin resident through the Franklin Cultural Council’s social media engagement—and the 2026 theme is… drum roll, please… “The Magic We Make”! 

Building on the success and momentum of previous years (here is the program website for last year); A-Wreath-of-Franklin continues to bring together local businesses, artists, cultural organizations, community partners, and residents to celebrate creativity/community and holiday cheer for all to hear (I hope you pictured that in Will Ferrell's Buddy the Elf voice), season while driving activity throughout downtown Franklin.

Our cultural volunteers and I are excited to begin planning and look forward to working with you to make 2026 another memorable community celebration!! "

Franklin Cultural Council announces A-Wreath-of-Franklin 2026 has a theme! “The Magic We Make”

Are you ready to make magic?  

Hiran Jani of Franklin submitted the idea and the Franklin Cultural Council enthusiastically selected it. 

Why did Hiran submit this theme idea?  In her submission Hiran noted that she submitted “The Magic We Make” because it captures "how the magic of the season is something we create together as a community.”

The dates for this year’s events are still be determined.  Stay tuned for more details.  

Hiran Jani was present on Friday at the Franklin Downtown Partnership’s Strawberry Stroll when John Ristaino, Franklin Cultural Council Chairperson, made the announcement and unveiled this year’s logo. 

 

THANK YOU HIRAN!  

Get ready to “make magic” and come together as community!

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Franklin Books is looking for your input to their survey

Franklin Books

One of the pop up shops in THE BLACK BOX on Saturday was a potential future book store; "Franklin Books." 

You can respond to their survey to help them plan for a future!

Survey ->   https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzIzKc3bwS8tvaaRd8cU08vfOfaSOJoa6dsqSAGtdFpT8WuQ/viewform

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, December 13, 2025 ???

Saturday, December 13

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

9:00am Library Book Sale (Franklin Public Library)

9:00am St Mary's Women’s Faith Formation Meeting (St. Mary's Parish)

9:00am Winter Coat Giveaway (Franklin United Methodist Church)

10:00am A-Wreath-of-Franklin celebration (THE BLACK BOX)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am Pictures with Santa (Franklin Police Department)

10:30am Jamie Barrett (live music) (Franklin Public Library)

10:30am Pancakes & pajamas (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Library Books by the Bag Sale (Franklin Public Library)

4:00pm Holiday Stories & Sing-a-Long (Franklin United Methodist Church)

7:30pm Jamie Barrett (live music) (Morin's Hometown Bar & Grille, Attleboro)

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

For additional details on A Wreath of Franklin, please visit the event page ->   https://franklinartsculture.my.canva.site/wreath25-program-site

** 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

A Wreath of Franklin is here today - Saturday, Dec 13 from 11 AM to 4 PM

A PDF version of the email with all the details is here for you to view or print out.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hI52-2WvxUjfe1UEW4wSkVLxipyMzQt8/view?usp=drive_link

For additional details, please visit the event page ->

https://franklinartsculture.my.canva.site/wreath25-program-site

A Wreath of Franklin is here today - Saturday, Dec 13 from 11 AM to 4 PM

Yes there is plenty to do during "A Wreath of Franklin" on Saturday, Dec 13

FHS Music students

What’s better than live music while having your coffee, the answer is nothing! 

We’re excited to include Franklin High School Music dept. students into Saturday’s festivities! They will be popping up @birchwoodbakeryandkitchen from 11 AM - 3 PM. 

Pop up Shops at THE BLACK BOX

Special shoutout to Diane Plouffe, Director of Visual and Performing Arts at Franklin High School School and the team @birchwoodbakeryandkitchen for making this opportunity happen

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For additional details visit the event page ->   https://franklinartsculture.my.canva.site/wreath25-program-site

Take a look at the "Wreath of Franklin" pop up vendors !!!

Take a look at the "Wreath of Franklin"
pop up vendors !!!

#ShopLocal and #ThinkFranklinFirst! 

It’s the 2nd Annual #AWreathofFranklinma Saturday December 13th 11 AM - 4 PM, come out to the @FranklinCulture district and enjoy the downtown storefronts alongside a pop up arts market @theblackboxfranklin. 

Festivities are happening through out the district. 

For full program details visit ->  https://franklinartsculture.my.canva.site/wreath25-program-site. 

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Franklin Historical Museum events for December 2025

Franklin Historical Museum events for December 2025

"There's something for everyone at Franklin Historical Museum!

Check out new and upcoming events at www.franklinmuseum1778.org

See the latest on our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Franklin-Historical-Museum/61577107304816/#."

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A Wreath-of-Franklin, Shop Local & Think Franklin First! - Dec. 13

Town of Franklin, MA (@TOFranklinMA):

A Wreath-of-Franklin, Shop Local
& Think Franklin First!  - Dec. 13

A Wreath-of-Franklin, Shop Local & Think Franklin First!  - Dec. 13, 11 AM - 4 PM


For program details and how you can participate, visit  https://t.co/QS20ARjS2r  or https://franklinartsculture.my.canva.site/wreath25-program-site/


To purchase a Think Franklin First gift card and learn more about the program, visit https://t.co/qxHEIr6nr8  or https://franklingiftcard.com/

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Musicians needed to help celebrate A-Wreath-of-Franklin on Dec 13

Musicians needed to help celebrate
A-Wreath-of-Franklin on Dec 13

"Calling all #musicians! #AWreathofFranklin⁠

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The volunteers of A-Wreath-of-Franklin are looking for talented performers to play festive, holiday-themed music on December 13th throughout downtown.⁠

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Interested? Email Cory Shea at cshea@franklinma.gov⁠"

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Be a Vendor at A-Wreath-of-Franklin Holiday Pop-Up!

Brought to the Franklin Community by the Franklin Cultural Council, Franklin Cultural District Committee and the Department of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy.

When: A-Wreath-of-Franklin, December 13, 2025!

Be a Vendor at A-Wreath-of-Franklin Holiday Pop-Up!

This holiday season, THE BLACK BOX is partnering with A-Wreath-of-Franklin volunteers and will be transformed into a festive indoor market—filled with creativity, community spirit, and cool handmade goods.

We’re now accepting vendor inquiries from local makers, artisans, and creatives!

✔️ Vendors keep 100% of their profits

✔️ A thoughtfully curated marketplace ensures a lively mix of offerings

✔️ A warm, welcoming venue in the heart of downtown Franklin

If you’re interested in joining this year’s celebration as a vendor; we’d love to hear from you—simply fill out our inquiry form ->   https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmYg-hhX8nQhbs34ykqD3vzXfGC03amynq8q5BG0NnWgYMZw/viewform

"A Wreath of Franklin" scheduled to return Dec 13, 2025

That’s right—planning is already underway for this year’s winter arts and culture favorite, A-Wreath-of-Franklin! Join us this December as we celebrate seasonal festivities and community cheer. Details below…

The second annual “A-Wreath-of-Franklin” Festival promises to be bigger, happier and more celebratory than ever! 

"A Wreath of Franklin" scheduled to return Dec 13, 2025

With the theme “Franklin Welcomes the World” we do hint at soccer fans from across the globe visiting Franklin in 2026 but, we hope the theme means more than that. 

As America prepares to celebrate our 250th in 2026, we celebrate how Franklin is a community of immigrants from Europe, Asia, South America, North America, Africa and Australia from countries too numerous to list,”.

Plan to participate by decorating your wreath celebrating the theme “Franklin Welcomes the World.” 

Mark your calendars; Saturday, December 13th! There will be singing, dancing, art, crafts, special food items, holiday inspired beverages for all ages and of course festive wreaths decorated by Franklinites and our friends. The Franklin community gathering in festive holiday spirit will create holiday FUN for everyone." John Ristaino, Franklin Cultural Council Chair

To stay looped into Franklin Welcoming the World - check out our website here -> https://www.franklinma.gov/1177/Franklin-Welcomes-the-World.

Want to get more involved with A-Wreath-of-Franklin? You don't need to be on an official town committee or council to volunteer for this initiative! Please email Director of Arts, Culture and the creative Economy, Cory Shea (cshea@franklinma.gov).

Sign up for the Cultural Newsletter -> https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/72ozdo7

2024 A-Wreath-of-Franklin Wrapped!

Thank you + Community Survey

Thank you to all of our volunteers, wreath creators and businesses who participated in making this inaugural event a community effort. "The First Annual A-Wreath-of-Franklin and Holiday Sip, Shop Stroll N Roll was the perfect blend of the arts, the economy, old friends, new friends and the holiday spirit! The fellowship experienced in Franklin was heartwarming and its only the beginning! Look for more event, more people, more activities, more art and more camaraderie in 2025 at the Second Annual "A-Wreath-of-Franklin" and Holiday Sip Shop Stroll N Roll. We would love to have you on the committee! Stay tuned for details!" John Ristaino, Franklin Cultural Council Chair. If you had the opportunity to join us last weekend, let us know what you thought! Click here for our community survey. All feedback will be used to generate more cohesive and festive programming! Have further questions? Or want to get involved? Please email the Director of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy; Cory Shea.

Community Wreaths will be on display until the first weeks of January 2025. Take a look at our community map to plan your visit! Here's a reel revealing a peek of the community magic leading up to the December 7th A-Wreath-of-Franklin Sip Shop Stroll N Roll Celebration! Pictured above, Dom DeBaggis rocking out at Fiori & Fern.

Special thank you to our award winning program Photographer and Franklin Cultural Council member, Kayla Nisbet for capturing the day! Visit the Franklin Culture's Facebook page to see the entire photo album. Pictured: Our youngest Franklin Community members participating at the Children's Museum of Franklin indoor ice skating rink that popped up at the Franklin United Methodist Church.

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