Chilson Beach: The beach advisory has officially been lifted

Good news! 

DPH collected two beach water samples one week apart, and cyanobacteria levels are now below DPH guidelines.

✅ The beach advisory has officially been lifted.

Enjoy the water and stay safe! 

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PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORY – Beaver Pond (Chilson Beach) - A Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB)

A Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) has been detected.

🚫 Do not swim, boat, or jet ski

🚫 Do not swallow the water or eat fish

🐾 Keep pets away

🧼 Rinse off after contact

For more information visit:  🌐 www.mass.gov/dph/algae

3 More dates to do Pilates in the Park

Three more dates. Same magic. Don't miss them.

Beaver Pond - next to the beach - 450 Beaver Street, Franklin MA

• July 19th @ 10am
• August 9th @ 10am
• August 23rd @ 10am

Mat Pilates under the sun. MAHA Juice after. Community the whole time. Spots fill fast.

Follow link with red dots

https://app.clubready.com/JoinUs/14499/471651

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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Sunday, June 14, 2026 ???

Sunday, June 14 Flag Day

Beaver St road closed at MBTA tracks 

8:00am Yoga on the Beach (Beaver Pond)

9:00am Inaugural Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament (Beaver Pond Turf Field)

9:00am Fallen Hero: Timothy J. Hayes (Veterans Walkway, Franklin Town Common)

1:00pm Sunday Funday (Fairmount Fruit Farm)

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

1:15pm Sunday Speaker Series: Panel: Soccer's MA Roots and Branches (Franklin Historical Museum)

*** 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

Yes, Franklin Matters Weekly stepped up as a field sponsor for the Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament

Yes, Franklin Matters Weekly stepped up as a field
sponsor for the Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament

Via Franklin Fathers:

"A sincere THANK YOU to the team at @franklinmatters.ma for their field sponsorship for this Sunday’s Eddie Grant Tournament.


Also, if you haven’t listened to Steve’s interview with Chris on the tournament, our mission, and our core pillars, you can find it embedded below here in the comments, on the FM website, on Apple, or Spotify!"

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Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1760-inaugural-eddie-grant-kickball-06-05-26/

Be Aware: Beaver St Road Closure this Weekend changes routes from 140 to Beaver Pond and Recycling Center

BREAKING: Thank you to Franklin Department of Public Works for all their help putting us on the map!

No, seriously, we’re on this map

Be Aware: Beaver St Road Closure this Weekend changes
routes from 140 to Beaver Pond and Recycling Center

Due to a road closure at Beaver St. this weekend, make sure to take Grove when traveling to and from the Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament on Sunday!

We’re not letting one little detour stop our flow…of family fun!

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Dam, that is good info on beavers !!! (video)

Derek Adams and Breeka Li Goodlander presented on beavers Thursday night (06/04/26) at the Conservation Commission meeting (rescheduled from May 21). 

They provided beaver facts, beaver history, the Town of Franklin processes related to beavers, and permitting procedures.

Dam, that is good info on beavers !!! (video)

It was a very informative presentation. You can view the meeting via YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/live/xoD3azLjTNM?&t=72

The presentation doc shared can be found - 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/11AeBXrWfud_kjjxjrgKt3vLWW0EIQ1Af/view?usp=drive_link

Yoga on the Beach: Sundays from June 14 to July 19, 2026

"Summer is right around the corner, and so is this year's session of Yoga on the Beach!

Sponsored by the Franklin Recreation Department, running each Sunday from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM beginning June 14th. 

Grab your mat, a friend and sunscreen and come to the beach. It's free and accessible for all who love yoga and the outdoors!!! 

I hope to see you there!"

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Reminder: Franklin Fathers schedule the Inaugural Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament - June 14

via Franklin Fathers:

"Take us out to the Ballgame!

Reminder: Franklin Fathers schedule the
Inaugural Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament - June 14

We’re thrilled to announce we’ve opened team registrations for the Inaugural Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament, a family-friendly event coming to Beaver Pond on Sunday, June 14th!

We’ll be posting more about Eddie’s incredible story, our fundraising efforts, and our wonderfully gracious community partners soon, but we’d love to have you join us.

Scan the QR code or find the registration link ->   https://forms.gle/LqbaRKZz3kHYKZ9D7!"

#community 

#franklinma

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Have you signed up for the Inaugural Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament - June 14 ???

via Franklin Fathers:

Franklin Fathers schedule the Inaugural
Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament - June 14

"Take us out to the Ballgame!

We’re thrilled to announce we’ve opened team registrations for the Inaugural Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament, a family-friendly event coming to Beaver Pond on Sunday, June 14th!

We’ll be posting more about Eddie’s incredible story, our fundraising efforts, and our wonderfully gracious community partners soon, but we’d love to have you join us.

Scan the QR code or find the registration link ->   https://forms.gle/LqbaRKZz3kHYKZ9D7!"

#community 

#franklinma

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Yoga on the Beach: Sundays during summer from June 14 to July 19, 2026

"Summer is right around the corner, and so is this year's session of Yoga on the Beach!

Sponsored by the Franklin Recreation Department, running each Sunday from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM beginning June 14th. 

Grab your mat, a friend and sunscreen and come to the beach. It's free and accessible for all who love yoga and the outdoors!!! 

I hope to see you there!"

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Grab Your Gear: Learn to Fish at Beaver Pond! - June 8

Grab Your Gear: Learn to Fish
at Beaver Pond! - June 8

Grab Your Gear: Learn to Fish at Beaver Pond!

Looking for a reason to get outdoors? We’re hosting a Learn to Fish session at Beaver Pond on Monday, June 8th.

This is a great, low-pressure way for beginners to get comfortable with a rod and reel. Whether you're looking for a new hobby or just want to spend an hour by the water, we’d love to see you there.

Event Info:

• When: Monday, June 8th
• Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• Where: Beaver Pond
• Ages: 7 and up

How to Join:

Pre-registration is required. You can sign up quickly at the link below:

Franklinma.myrec.com

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Franklin Fathers schedule the Inaugural Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament - June 14

via Franklin Fathers:

Franklin Fathers schedule the Inaugural
Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament - June 14

"Take us out to the Ballgame!

We’re thrilled to announce we’ve opened team registrations for the Inaugural Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament, a family-friendly event coming to Beaver Pond on Sunday, June 14th!

We’ll be posting more about Eddie’s incredible story, our fundraising efforts, and our wonderfully gracious community partners soon, but we’d love to have you join us.

Scan the QR code or find the registration link ->   https://forms.gle/LqbaRKZz3kHYKZ9D7!"

#community 

#franklinma

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Inaugural Eddie Grant Classic Kickball Tournament - June 14

Inaugural Eddie Grant Classic Kickball Tournament

Presented by Franklin Fathers

Join us for the **first-ever Eddie Grant Classic Kickball Tournament**, a fun-filled community event bringing families, friends, and local businesses together for a day of friendly competition and fundraising. This double-elimination tournament will feature teams from across the community competing for bragging rights, a trophy, and prizes — all while supporting local causes and celebrating community spirit.

Who Was Eddie Grant?

Eddie Grant was a Franklin native, Major League Baseball player, Dean- and Harvard-educated attorney, and World War I soldier who exemplified leadership, service, and community spirit. After volunteering for military service during WWI, he was killed in action in 1918 while assisting wounded soldiers. His legacy reflects teamwork, sacrifice, and dedication to something greater than oneself — values we aim to honor through this community-focused event.

🗓 **Date:** June 14, 2026

⏰ **Time:** 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Tournament Details

* Double elimination format (8 teams max)

* 5-inning games

* 30-minute time limit (revert to last full inning if time expires)

* Played using official kickball rules

Team Composition

* Minimum of 10 players per team

* At least **3 kids (ages 12–17)**

* At least **3 women (age 17+)**

💲 **Registration Cost:** $200 per team

🏆 **Prize:** Trophy & prize for 1st place team

More Than Just Kickball!

This is a full community event with something for everyone:

* 🎟 Day-of raffles featuring prizes & baskets from local businesses

* 💰 50/50 raffle (proceeds benefiting the VFW)

* 🚚 Food trucks on-site

* 🏰 Kids activities including bounce house & face painting

* 🥤 Light refreshments available for purchase

Volunteers Needed

We’re also looking for volunteers to help with day-of tasks such as setup, scorekeeping, raffles, and cleanup. If you’re interested in helping, please reach out!

Bring your team, bring your family, and come enjoy a great day of community, competition, and fun. Spots are limited to **8 teams**, so register early!

More details and registration information coming soon.

Facebook event - https://www.facebook.com/events/990288313511154

Polar Plunge to help Special Olympics at Beaver Pond on Saturday, March 7

Polar Plunge to help Special Olympics at Beaver Pond on Saturday, March 7 

Team Freeze’n in Franklin will be Polar Plunging on March 7th. To join them or donate and support our cause, please visit https://fundraise.specialolympicsma.org/teams/9439 

Every donation helps support our mission to provide friendship and fitness to many Franklin athletes and partners

Polar Plunge scheduled for Beaver Pond, Mar 7, 2026 - 10 AM

Polar Plunge scheduled for
Beaver Pond, Mar 7, 2026 - 10 AM

Jamie Barrett is willing to get very cold and wet for a great cause. 

Can you help with his fundraising effort for Special Olympics with a donation?

Fundraising page for Jamie - https://fundraise.specialolympicsma.org/participants/Jamie-Barrett

5th Annual Beaver Pond Plunge opens the New Year

It was a smaller group to participate likely due to the weather and ice. The pond ice needed to be broken to allow for the plunge of a couple of folks at a time.

The snow did stop and sun did come out from the clouds before the plunge competed.

Photo album of the plunging at Beaver Pond on Thursday, Jan 1, 2026

https://photos.app.goo.gl/2ASAi9d7rdb1eVXj9

If you missed this one and would like to help the Special Olympics, there is another Polar Plunge scheduled for March 7, 2026 -> 

https://fundraise.specialolympicsma.org/events/957

selfie to record the moment

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, January 1, 2026 ???

Thursday, January 1 = New Year's Day

All Town and School facilities closed January 1

The trash/recycle curbside pick up is one day offset due to New Year’s

• Those scheduled for Thursday will get picked up Friday

• Those scheduled for Friday will get picked up Saturday

10:00am 5th Annual Beaver Pond Plunge (Beaver Pond)

** 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

5th Annual Beaver Pond Plunge - January 1 at 10:00 AM

5th Annual Beaver Pond Plunge - January 1 at 10:00 AM

"It's that time of year again!

Time to get cold with our community!!!!

Please bring as many friends and family as possible.

Looking forward to seeing everyone bright and early on Jan 1, 2026!"

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Fishing Derby returns successfully thanks to Remington Middle School Civics Project

Our fishing derby was a huge success!

A special thanks to Ms. Ambrose and her Civics class from Remington, Officer Gove and Frankie, Joe Hurley, and our amazing staff—Cam Glasheen, Mason Ruschioni, Carter Moura, and Elijah Field—for making it all possible.

Fishing Derby returns successfully thanks
to Remington Middle School Civics Project

Congrats to our derby winners: Brinley Richard, Charlie Lord, Rosalie Sloan, Ethan Zuromski, and Nick Halterman!

thank you to Bass Pro Shops for sponsoring the prizes and Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife for loaner rods. #FishingDerby2025 #CommunitySupport #YouthOutdoors

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Franklin Matters photos -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/f7Jctnc3yYyikqe97