Showing posts with label Franklin Downtown Partnership. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Franklin Downtown Partnership. Show all posts

Saturday, April 19, 2025

Downtown Beautification Day Set for May 17

The Franklin Downtown Partnership and Franklin Garden Club are gearing up for Beautification Day on Saturday, May 17.  Volunteers are needed to prepare downtown Franklin for the spring season.

Roll up your sleeves and dig in. Many hands are needed to help plant a variety of flowers on the bridges, barrels and boxes in front of the businesses.

Volunteers with trucks, please meet at 7:30 AM at Fairmount Fruit Farm at 887 Lincoln Street to pick up trays of flowers and deliver downtown. If you don’t have a truck, arrive by 8:00 AM at the public parking lot near the bridge in front of The Rome restaurant. Bring work gloves, rakes and garden tools, if you can.

Students: if you have community service hours to satisfy, this is the perfect opportunity to earn your hours. You will get a note documenting your service.

Franklin DPW helps by supplying water, hoses and mulch. They will also clean up litter and debris in certain areas. 
Volunteers Wanted for May 20 Downtown Beautification Day
Volunteers Wanted for May 20 Downtown Beautification Day (photo from 2018)

The committee also needs volunteers to water the plants for the season. There are 18 weeks of watering needed throughout the summer months. Pick the weeks that work for you.

To volunteer to plant on May 17th, contact Eileen Mason at eileenmason@remax.net   To volunteer to water this summer, email Sandy Sauer at sandy@franklintilecarpetone.com, or call her at 508-733-8929.

"Our goal is to give people something to smile about as they drive through our historic downtown and maybe just make their day a little better," said Eileen Mason, Beautification Day Chairperson. 

Franklin Downtown Partnership Executive Director, Lisa Piana, appreciates the many people who come together to make this a success. “The Partnership is very grateful to Eileen Mason, Sandy Sauer, the Franklin Garden Club, the DPW and the many members of our community who volunteer to make our center beautiful for the spring and summer,” she said.

Franklin Downtown Partnership is also very grateful to the following sponsors who make Beautification Day possible. 
  • Platinum: D.G. Ranieri Real Estate; Doherty, Dugan, Cannon, Raymond & Weil, P.C.; Eileen Mason-RE/MAX Executive Realty; G & C Plumbing & Heating; Glen; Meadow Apartments-Schochet Companies; Middlesex Savings Bank
  • Gold: Dean Bank; Eagle Stainless Tube & Fabrication, Inc.; Notturno Home Services; PEEL microspa
  • Silver: Elizabeth's Bagels; Fenton Financial Group; Simon's Furniture; Vet Med Pet Supplies
Stay up to date on the Downtown Partnership’s Beautification Day and community other events here:

The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a non-profit 501c3 organization made up of more than 350 business owners, residents, and community leaders working to revitalize downtown Franklin. Residents can join the Downtown Partnership for only $25. The Partnership manages events like the Strawberry Stroll, the Harvest Festival, the Ladybug Historical & Cultural Trail, and initiatives such as beautification, streetscape design, greenspace, alley murals, and sculpture projects. For more information go to www.franklindowntownpartnership.org.

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Surprises and activities to be found at Franklin’s Ladybug Trail Spring Walk - April 26

Surprises and activities to be found at Franklin’s Ladybug Trail Spring Walk - April 26
Ladybug Trail Spring Walk
Lots of surprises will be popping up at the Ladybug Trail Spring Walk on April 26. As the Town of Franklin gets ready to welcome Spring with the 3rd annual spring walk, shops will be there to welcome you and offer fun activities. The rain date is April 27.

Look for events and activities at public places like Dean College, the Franklin Library, and the Historical Museum. At least 15 retailers will welcome visitors with treats, discounts, and promotions.

The goal is to search for where ladybug sculptures are in the downtown area. Along the way, walkers will enjoy ladybug-themed cupcakes, food samples, discounts on products and services, meal deals and photo opportunities.

Get your map at the Historical Museum, the library, and participating businesses. The trail map shows walkers where the ladybug sculptures are located.

People can walk the trail any time of the day or evening. You can start as early at 9 AM at the Historical Museum, where you can get the trail map, learn about the ladybug cultural trail, the story behind the ladybug and its connection with Franklin.

Go shopping or take a break for coffee, gelato, lunch or dinner as you walk along the trail.

Trail visitors will also love the colorful art gallery in the open space next to Birchwood Bakery. This formerly uninviting alleyway has become a canvas for many local artists who painted colorful murals.

The Ladybug Cultural & Historical Trail is located in downtown Franklin in the heart of Franklin’s Cultural District. Walkers search for 2-foot-wide fiberglass ladybug sculptures tucked among buildings, businesses and residences, tying together approximately 25 historical and cultural sites.

 
Visitors should note that the ladybug that is usually found at 157 Cottage Street will not be at this location until May when the new Children’s Museum of Franklin opens their doors.

The trail is open year-round. Walk it at your leisure any time of the week.

“The Ladybug Trail Spring Walk is the perfect time to celebrate spring and see all that downtown Franklin has to offer,” said Lisa Piana, Franklin Downtown Partnership’s Executive Director. “There are many new shops in addition to the established shops. There’s a lot of culture and history too. It’s a great way to learn about our community.”

The Downtown Partnership would like to thank Middlesex Savings Bank and Eileen Mason at RE/MAX Executive Realty, who sponsored the trail map for the Ladybug Trail Spring Walk.

For more information about the Ladybug Historical & Cultural Trail, follow the Downtown Partnership at:
https://www.instagram.com/franklindowntownpartnership/  and  
https://www.facebook.com/franklindowntownpartnership.org/


The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a non-profit 501c3 organization made up of more than 350 business owners, residents, and community leaders working to revitalize downtown Franklin. Residents can join the Downtown Partnership for only $25. The Partnership manages events like the Strawberry Stroll, the Harvest Festival, the Ladybug Historical & Cultural Trail, and initiatives such as beautification, streetscape design, greenspace, alley murals, and sculpture projects. For more information go to www.franklindowntownpartnership.org.

Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Save the Date! Annual Spring Ladybug Trail Walk - April 26, 2025


SAVE THE DATE! 

This year's Ladybug Trail Walk will be Saturday, April 26 (rain date April 27)

Spring Ladybug Trail Walk
Spring Ladybug Trail Walk
We are hoping to have this year's Ladybug Trail Spring Walk be even bigger and better than last year's.  

We invite FDP business members to participate by offering a fun ladybug themed item or promotion to encourage residents to visit your business.

Please send us your ideas by February 27 if you would like to participate so we can get you listed in the promotional materials.


TIME TO THINK SPRING!!!!!!

Thursday, January 9, 2025

Re-discover Franklin on Franklin Downtown Partnership’s Website

The Franklin Downtown Partnership invites you to visit their website. The FDP’s website recently had a facelift making it easier to navigate and re-discover all that Franklin has to offer.

Look for us at franklindowntownpartnership.org. It’s a great way to see what’s new and happening in downtown and throughout the town. 
You will find dates for upcoming events such as the Ladybug Trail Spring Walk in April, the June Strawberry Stroll, and September’s Harvest Festival. Go to the “Visit Franklin” page to shop for all your needs by category – such as business services, medical professionals, pet services, shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more.

The Partnership works with many community groups and businesses always with the goal to strengthen our connections and keep business strong and thriving. We all benefit from these partnerships making Franklin a great place to live, work, and visit. 

Stay up to date info and follow the Downtown Partnership on Instagram and Facebook at:  https://www.instagram.com/franklindowntownpartnership/  and  

The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization made up of more than 350 business owners, residents, and community leaders working to revitalize downtown Franklin. Residents can join the Downtown Partnership for $25. The Partnership manages events like the Strawberry Stroll and the Harvest Festival, and initiatives such as beautification, streetscape design, greenspace, alley murals, and sculpture projects. For more information go to www.franklindowntownpartnership.org

Friday, November 29, 2024

Holiday Happenings & Gift Guide Will Inspire Holiday Spirit and Gift Ideas

Franklin’s Holiday Happenings & Gift Guide will hit the streets on Saturday November 30th – just in time for Small Business Saturday. The Holiday Guide spotlights all things Franklin making it easy to “keep it local” for shopping this winter season.

Holiday Happenings & Gift Guide
Holiday Happenings & Gift Guide
Franklin Downtown Partnership (FDP) business members spotlight their special sales, promotions, activities, and events for the season in the Holiday Guide on the Partnership’s website. Make sure you check it out for shopping, food, services, and entertainment.

View the Holiday Happenings & Gift Guide at the Partnership’s newly designed website at franklindowntownpartnership.org for the current list of Franklin’s small businesses and all they are offering.

The Holiday Guide includes great gift ideas and special treats for shopping for the upcoming season. The guide also lists special holiday events and activities in town. It gives shoppers the inspiration they need for food, clothing, and gifts for yourself and others as we prepare for any special occasion or holiday celebration. Remember to shop local!

Stay up to date info and follow the FDP on Instagram at: 

The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization made up of more than 350 business owners, residents, and community leaders working to revitalize downtown Franklin. Residents can join the Downtown Partnership for $25. The Partnership manages events like the Strawberry Stroll and the Harvest Festival, and initiatives such as beautification, streetscape design, greenspace, alley murals, and sculpture projects. For more information go to www.franklindowntownpartnership.org

Monday, November 18, 2024

Have you planned a wreath to tell your "Story of the Season" ??

Have you planned a wreath to tell your "Story of the Season"  ??
tell your "Story of the Season"
Local artists, schools, and community members are invited to decorate wreaths in their interpretation of our inaugural theme, "Stories of the Season". Our cultural volunteers will pair community wreaths to be displayed at local businesses throughout the downtown area (December through January).

Deadline for community wreath sign up is November 22nd. Click here ->   https://www.franklinculture.org/wreath-franklin

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Sip Shop Stroll & Roll on December 7th in Downtown Franklin, 12-7pm. Snow Date December 14th.

The "Sip, Shop, Stroll, and Roll" event is the exciting celebration of the 'A-Wreath-of-Franklin' community wreath program, designed to bring people downtown to enjoy the festive atmosphere and vote for their favorite community-made wreaths.

This festive day invites the Franklin community to experience the creativity of Franklin with live music, specialty cocktails, raffle prizes, and the chance to shop pop-up artisan goods in local storefronts.

It's a day that combines holiday spirit with community pride, offering something for everyone to enjoy in the heart of downtown Franklin!

Saturday, November 9, 2024

Getting Festive in Downtown Franklin - Saturday, Nov 23 at 8:30 AM

The Franklin Downtown Partnership and the Franklin Garden Club are joining forces to decorate the downtown for the holidays on Saturday, November 23 from 8:30 AM to 11 AM. The FHS Boys and Girls Hockey teams will be on hand to help install wreaths, bows and greenery. 

The effort is organized by Eileen Mason, Franklin Garden Club member and FDP member. Please email Eileen Mason at emason4234@gmail.com to let her know you can help.

Students: if you have community service hours to satisfy, this is the perfect opportunity to earn your hours. You will get a note documenting your service.

Thank you to the Franklin DPW for their help in cleaning out the containers on the bridges and providing new potting soil.

“We’re a group of volunteers dedicated to making the downtown area festive during the holiday season,” Mason said. “The decorations make Franklin even more inviting to residents and visitors, and help draw people downtown to enjoy our local shops and restaurants.”

Stay up to date and follow the Franklin Downtown Partnership on Instagram and Facebook at:

Getting Festive in Downtown Franklin - Saturday, Nov 23 at 8:30 AM
Getting Festive in Downtown Franklin - Saturday, Nov 23 at 8:30 AM
The Franklin Downtown Partnership (FDP) is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization made up of more than 350 business owners, residents, and community leaders working to revitalize downtown Franklin. Residents can join the Downtown Partnership for $25. The Partnership manages events like the Strawberry Stroll and the Harvest Festival, and initiatives such as spring beautification, streetscape design, greenspace, alley murals, and sculpture projects. For more information go to www.franklindowntownpartnership.org

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Celebrate Autumn at Harvest Festival this Saturday, Sep 28, 2024

The countdown is on! Come to the 21st Annual Harvest Festival this Saturday, Sept. 28, noon to 5 PM. Rain date is Sunday, Sept. 29, noon to 4 PM on Main Street and the downtown area. 

More than 150 vendors will show all that Franklin offers. Enjoy live music, great food, kids’ activities, local artists, community groups. 

Harvest Festival this Saturday, Sep 28, 2024
Harvest Festival this Saturday, Sep 28, 2024
Food: Italian sausage, pizza, hot dogs, barbecue chicken sandwiches, cheeseburgers, chicken fingers, pastries, fried dough, ice cream, gelato. Teddy Gallagher’s Pub will be working their grill. Apple cider, cider donuts, and popcorn from Dean Bank. Proceeds of Dean Bank sales will go to the Harvest Festival. 

Entertainment: Here’s the schedule at the Performance Tent located between the Post Office and Dean Bank.
  • Dom DeBaggis 12 PM to 1:20 PM
  • Rep. Jeff Roy 1:35 PM to 2:55 PM
  • FSPA Entertainment 3:10 PM to 3:30 PM
  • Heath Nisbett 3:40 PM to 5:00 PM
Activities: Franklin Historical Museum will celebrate the long-running St. Rocco’s Festival. The museum will share images and memories of the Festival and celebrate Franklin’s Italian roots. The Rome restaurant will sell pizza slices in front of the museum on Route 140.

Franklin Fire Department will have its touch-a-truck. Fire trucks will be out front at the Route 140 fire station while Sparky hands out plastic fire helmets to children. 

Follow the Downtown Partnership at:

Thursday, September 12, 2024

Celebrate the Season and Great Food at Franklin’s Harvest Festival on Sep 28

The 21st Annual Harvest Festival is set for Saturday, September 28, from 12 noon to 5 PM. The rain date is Sunday, September 29, from 12 noon to 4 PM. It will take place on Main Street and the surrounding area in downtown Franklin.

Celebrate the Season and Great Food at Franklin’s Harvest Festival on Sep 28
Harvest Festival on Sep 28
More than 150 vendors will display their specialties. Come and enjoy live music, food, kids’ activities, artwork and crafts. It’s a great time to meet local shop owners and check out all that Franklin offers.

Many delicious choices from local restaurants at the food court: Italian sausage, pizza, hot dogs, barbecue chicken sandwiches, cheeseburgers, chicken fingers, pastries, fried dough, ice cream, gelato and more. Teddy Gallagher’s Pub will be working their grill. Dean Bank will be selling apple cider, cider donuts, and popcorn in front of the bank. Proceeds of their sales will go to the Harvest Festival. 

Here’s the entertainment schedule at The Performance Tent.
  • Dom DeBaggis 12 pm to 1:20 pm
  • Rep. Jeff Roy 1:35 pm to 2:55 pm
  • FSPA Entertainment 3:10 pm to 3:30 pm
  • Heath Nisbett 3:40 pm to 5:00 pm
The Performance Tent is located between the Post Office and Dean Bank. 

The Franklin Fire Department will have its popular touch-a-truck attraction. Fire trucks will be out front at its Route 140 station and Sparky will give out plastic fire helmets to children. 

The Franklin Historical Museum will celebrate the long-running St. Rocco’s Festival. The museum will share images, news clips, and memories of the St. Rocco’s Festival and celebrate Franklin’s Italian roots as well. The Rome restaurant will sell pizza slices in front of the museum.

“Downtown Franklin is a busy social center for shopping, dining and entertainment. The Harvest Festival is the perfect time to get acquainted with local business owners and community groups,” said Scott Martin, President of the Franklin Downtown Partnership and Harvest Festival Chair. “We welcome friends from our town and beyond.”

The Partnership invites business owners to sponsor the Harvest Festival. Email the FDP office at downtown.franklin@yahoo.com to learn more about sponsorship opportunities. 

Thank you to this year’s generous festival sponsors: 
  • Platinum sponsors – Coastal Glow Skin Care, Dean Bank. Gold sponsors – Dean College; Floor & Décor; Middlesex Savings Bank. 
  • Silver sponsors – Camford Property Group, Inc.; The Enclave of Franklin; Glen Meadow Apartments; Hockomock YMCA; Notturno Home Services; Rockland Trust. 
  • Bronze sponsors – Beaux Regards Photographic Art; Chestnut Dental; DCU; D.G. Ranieri Real Estate; Eagle Stainless Tube & Fabrication, Inc.; Fenton Financial Group; Keefe Insurance; LeafFilter Gutter Protection; MyFM; Nerds To Go; Simons Furniture; and Turtle 2 Properties, LLC.

For more festival or sponsorship info, visit the FDP website at www.franklindowntownpartnership.org.

Follow the Downtown Partnership at:
The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization made up of more than 300 business owners, residents, and community leaders working to revitalize downtown Franklin. Residents can join the Downtown Partnership for only $25. The Partnership manages events like the Strawberry Stroll and the Harvest Festival, and initiatives such as beautification, streetscape design, green space, alley murals, and sculpture projects. For more information go to www.franklindowntownpartnership.org

Monday, September 9, 2024

Harvest Festival help needed -can you volunteer an hour or 2 ???

"Attention Franklin residents!!!  
You know the old saying…it takes a village!  
The Harvest Festival is a beloved family event that the downtown partnership has hosted for 21 years!!! But we CANNOT do it alone.  
Our entire committee is made up of volunteers giving their time to make sure the event can go off successfully and safely. If you have 1-2 hours to give on Sept 28th please email us at fdpevent@gmail.com.  
Your spared hour goes a LONG way for us!  
Help us keep this event going!" #volunteer #communityservice #franklinma

PS - in the FDP general meeting last week, they also indicated they would like to expand the Strawberry Stroll (and Harvest Festival) by continuing up Main St past Eamons to the Library. That cannot be done without additional volunteers.

Harvest Festival help needed -can you volunteer an hour or 2 ???
Harvest Festival help needed -can you volunteer an hour or 2 ???

Monday, August 19, 2024

Economic Development Subcommittee holds listening session (audio)

FM #1262 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1262 in the series. 


This session of the radio show shares the audio recording of the Economic Development Subcommittee (EDC) held on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 in the Council Chambers. 


All four members of the subcommittee were present in Chambers (Hamblen, Chandler, Sheridan & Frongillo).


Listening Session with Economic Development Partners

a. 5:05 PM: 495 MetroWest Partnership

b. 5:20 PM: MetroWest Boston Visitors Bureau

c. 5:35 PM: Tri Valley Chamber of Commerce

d. 5:50 PM: Franklin Downtown Partnership


The recording of the meeting runs about 95 minutes.   Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1262-town-of-franklin-edc-mtg-08-14-24/



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Agenda document ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/_2024-08-14_edc_agenda_1.pdf  


Franklin TV recording -> https://www.youtube.com/live/5sWJsjS7o44?si=1n0VZ3CxD4mqT98M&t=130 


Slides from 495 MetroWest Partnership -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/YJMqhE8A7YvxJiCQA 


Slides from MetroWest Boston Visitors Bureau ->   https://photos.app.goo.gl/3MdnTwrkz5Tqo9Zb9  


My notes captured via Twitter/X during the meeting ->    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zeYxvDrjguIbC_tq-9McqDlMCB0DPTkM/view?usp=drive_link 


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495 MetroWest Partnership
 495 MetroWest Partnership

MetroWest Boston Visitors Bureau
MetroWest Boston Visitors Bureau

Thursday, August 15, 2024

Economic Development Subcommittee holds listening session (video)

The Economic Development Subcommittee met at 5 PM on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 to held a listening session. The agenda doc and links are shared here along with the Franklin TV video which is available for replay. All four members of the subcommittee were present in Chambers (Hamblen, Chandler, Sheridan & Frongillo).

Listening Session with Economic Development Partners
a. 5:05 PM: 495 MetroWest Partnership
b. 5:20 PM: MetroWest Boston Visitors Bureau
c. 5:35 PM: Tri Valley Chamber of Commerce
d. 5:50 PM: Franklin Downtown Partnership


Slides from 495 MetroWest Partnership -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/YJMqhE8A7YvxJiCQA

Slides from Metrowest Boston Visitors Bureau ->   https://photos.app.goo.gl/3MdnTwrkz5Tqo9Zb9 

My notes captured via Twitter/X during the meeting ->    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zeYxvDrjguIbC_tq-9McqDlMCB0DPTkM/view?usp=drive_link

495 MetroWest Partnership
 495 MetroWest Partnership

MetroWest Boston Visitors Bureau
MetroWest Boston Visitors Bureau



Monday, August 12, 2024

Franklin Harvest Festival registration opens Aug 16, 2024

Via the Franklin Downtown Partnership

"Important Harvest Festival info!!! 
Registration for MEMBERS will be open Aug 16th and a link will be sent! 
We are also seeking a few more sponsors!! 
Email us at downtown.franklin@yahoo.com if you are interested"

 

Franklin Harvest Festival registration opens Aug 16, 2024
Franklin Harvest Festival registration opens Aug 16, 2024


Sunday, August 11, 2024

Franklin, MA: Economic Development Subcommittee - agenda for meeting Aug 14 at 5 PM

Economic Development Subcommittee
Agenda & Meeting Packet
August 14, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Meeting will be held at the Municipal Building
Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, 355 East Central Street

Agenda

1. Listening Session with Economic Development Partners
a. 5:05 PM: 495 Partnership
b. 5:20 PM: Metrowest Visitors Bureau
c. 5:35 PM: Tri Valley Chamber of Commerce
d. 5:50 PM: Franklin Downtown Partnership
2. Adjourn

Agenda contains remote participation info ->

Franklin, MA: Economic Development Subcommittee - agenda for meeting Aug 14 at 5 PM
Franklin, MA: Economic Development Subcommittee - agenda for meeting Aug 14 at 5 PM

Friday, June 7, 2024

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, June 7, 2024?

Friday, June 7
8:00am Early voting for Special Election (Last day at Town Clerk's Office)
10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)
2:00pm Franklin Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)
3:00pm Kaye Kelly Trio (live music) (Franklin Town Common)
4:00pm Strawberry Stroll - (Main St, Downtown Franklin)
7:30pm August: Osage County! (THE BLACK BOX)
9:00pm Gilmartin Bros (live music) (3 Restaurant)


** No Town Meetings today


What's happening today in Franklin?
What's happening today in Franklin? 
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Why are there multiple calendars?
There is a Cultural events calendar upon which other community events are layered to create the Community calendar.

Respectfully, the Library and Senior Center calendars are too full of events to include all their events so we tend to focus on the major events. Town and School meetings are also kept separate. Links for all the calendars are shared here:

The Cultural calendar displays only the cultural events    

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 Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/month/39/2023-12

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26