In the News: "Franklin named Purple Heart Community"

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

The town is now recognized as a Purple Heart Community, joining more than 90 other Massachusetts communities in honoring local veterans.

The designation was approved by the Town Council on Wednesday night, and honors recipients of the Purple Heart medal, which is presented to U.S. military service members who have been wounded or killed by enemy forces.

The medal - the nation’s oldest military award - was created by George Washington in 1782 and was originally called the “Badge for Military Merit.” Part of the designation entails celebrating Purple Heart Day, which is held on Aug. 8.

The designation also adds Franklin as a stop along the Purple Heart Trail, a national network of roads, bridges, highways and other monuments honoring soldiers who have been awarded a Purple Heart medal. There are currently designated sections in 45 states, including Guam.

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200521/franklin-named-purple-heart-community

The Proclamation making Franklin a Purple Heart Community did not need a Town Council vote on Wednesday. It was one of three proclamations made during the Wednesday session held via virtual meeting.

• Proclamation on "Purple Heart" community being read to acknowledge new designation. #tc0520 https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/mai/files/4a._proclamation_-_purple_heart_community_2.pdf
• Proclamation on American Legion Post Edward L Grant #75 #tc0520https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/mai/files/4b._proclamation_-_american_legion.pdf
• Proclamation to recognize Larry Bedarian #tc0520 https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/mai/files/4c._proclamation_-_larry_bedarian.pdf

 
 

 The Edward L Grant granite marker along the Veterans Walkway photo taken in Nov 2018

MBTA: Commuter Rail notice for Monday - Memorial Day

The Commuter Rail will operate on a normal Sunday schedule on Monday, May 25, for Memorial Day. There will be no disruption on the Lowell, Fitchburg, Worcester, and Greenbush lines. The diversion between W Gloucester and Rockport will still be in effect.

Affected routes:

• Newburyport/Rockport Line
• Haverhill Line
• Lowell Line
• Fitchburg Line
• Framingham/Worcester Line
• Needham Line
• Franklin Line
• Fairmount Line
• Providence/Stoughton Line
• Middleborough/Lakeville Line
• Kingston/Plymouth Line
• Greenbush Line

Last Updated: May 20 2020 03:47 PM 

Franklin Line schedule  https://www.mbta.com/schedules/CR-Franklin/timetable

Franklin/Forge Park Station

Franklin Public Schools: Important Dates and Information

Important Dates and Information

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May-June 2020

All Franklin Public School buildings are closed for the rest of the school year. Remote learning is in session.

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Wed May 20th- SENIOR Drop off day for books, and non-technology materials only  
Chromebooks will NOT be collected on this day

• Seniors should pull up in the bus drop-off loop; leave all materials you are returning in your trunk. Stay in your vehicle.  Someone will assist you
• Each item you are dropping off must be clearly labeled with your name and ID number. Any non-labeled items will not be taken from your trunk. 
• The two drop off times are between 8:15AM-9:45 AM and then again between 12:30PM and 2:00PM Do not attempt any drop off between 10 AM and 12:30 PM. Nobody will be there to assist you.

Senior Chromebook Return and the time to pick up your senior box of graduation materials will be the week of May 26-28. 

More information will be emailed home and posted on Grad info page

The Last Day of online learning for SENIORS ONLY is May 22nd.
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The Last Day of online learning is Thursday, June 18th for 9th, 10th, 11th grade. If this changes, this page will be updated with new information.
Having troubles with your Chromebook? Complete this tech work order form and someone will contact you to help

Click HERE to view the Remote Learning Schedule for FHS Students 

Click HERE to order an Oskey 2020 Yearbook.

FHS 2020-2021 Mock Trial team online information session meeting June 11th 7-8 pm. If interested, please email Mr. Mike Walsh at: walshm@franklinps.net with your email information and he will send you an invite.

Class of 2021 Prom to be held in the Fall; more information to come
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New FPS Learning Resources website (https://sites.google.com/franklinps.net/fpscommunitylearningresource/home) - created by the Superintendent's office to support and guidance for our students, families, and teachers as we navigate these unprecedented circumstances together as a community. We will continue to curate resources throughout our closure period. We recommend frequently revisiting for the latest updates and information.
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Contact Information Changes-If you need to change an email address or phone number in your student's Aspen contact information, click here (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeY4jBgHKcpcfI5bKqPmeCQ7HD800zKcdlQps9XmVDudDTuYw/viewform) to send us those changes

Date	Event
5/25/2020	No School - Memorial Day
6/18/2020	Last day of School for 9th, 10th, and 11th grade -COVID calendar

Shared from the Town of Franklin Public Schools page

https://www.franklinps.net/fhs/news/important-dates-and-information

Franklin Public Schools: Important Dates and Information

Looking for "volunteers to help replace American flags at veteran graves"

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"Memorial Day festivities in Franklin have been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, but the town has still found a way to honor its veterans.

The annual Memorial Day breakfast scheduled for Friday, May 22, and the parade and ceremony at the Town Common on Monday, May 25, have each been canceled. But for Sunday, May 24, the VFW Post 3402 is seeking volunteers to help replace the American flags at veteran graves, something it usually does in collaboration with local Scouting groups, said Ernest Carruthers, of VFW Post 3402.

This year, however, Scouts are prohibited by their national organizations from participating in in-person events to reduce the spread of the coronavirus, he said.

“Area veterans and supporters of veterans have volunteered to make sure that our fallen veterans are remembered and that their final resting place receives a new American flag,” said Carruthers."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)

https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200509/franklin-cancels-memorial-day-parade-will-replace-flags-at-veterans-graves

To volunteer, email Carruthers at ernestcarruthersjr@gmail.com and put “Flag Volunteer” in the subject line. All volunteers must wear face coverings. A short ceremony on Memorial Day will also be aired on Franklin Local TV, said Dale Kurtz, the town’s veterans service officer.

Did you hear the interview with Franklin's Veterans Service Officer Dale Kurtz?
Listen here: 
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/05/fm-257-dale-kurtz-veterans-services.html

Looking for "volunteers to help replace American flags at veteran graves"

 

Memorial Day Activities Cancelled Due to COVID-19

Memorial Day Activities Cancelled Due to COVID-19

This year's Memorial Day activities have been cancelled due to concerns about the safety and well-being of attendees and participants during the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes the annual Memorial Day breakfast scheduled for May 22 and the annual parade and ceremony on the Town Common scheduled for May 25.

Memorial Day flag placing on veterans' gravesites in our town's three cemeteries will still take place and volunteers are needed. Those wishing to volunteer should email: ernestcarruthersjr@gmail.com and put "Flag Volunteer" in the subject line. All volunteers must wear face coverings.

Memorial Day Activities Cancelled Due to COVID-19

Veterans Memorial Walkway: Fourth Brick Installation Planned

The next installation of engraved bricks on the Veterans Memorial Walkway on the Franklin Town Common is scheduled for May 2020. The cut-off date for purchasing bricks for this installation is April 1, 2020.

Engraved bricks are $100 each and include the U.S. veteran’s or current service member’s first, middle and last name and branch of service. Those being honored with a brick do not have to be Franklin residents. 

For more information or to purchase a brick, contact the Veterans Services Office at: (508) 613-1315 or go to www.franklinveteransbricks.com for online orders

 

Veterans Memorial Walkway: A brick for my father is located here. Do you have a relative to honor?

Veterans Memorial Walkway - Bricks remain on sale

Brick Sales Are Ongoing

The Veterans Memorial Walkway Project has been an overwhelming success! The Walkway was dedicated on Sunday, November 11, 2018 on the Franklin Town Common. The dedication followed the first installation of engraved bricks as well as 45 memorial plaques which honor Franklin's fallen heroes (from WWI to present day) who made the ultimate sacrifice while defending our country.

Local and state dignitaries, members of the Massachusetts Army National Guard and a crowd estimated at several thousand family and community members attended the Walkway dedication ceremony. The Massachusetts National Guard 215th Army Band and the Franklin High School Chorus provided patriotic music and songs for the event which was followed by a reception at the Franklin Senior Center.

Veterans Memorial Walkway

The second installation of engraved bricks coincided with Memorial Day 2019. Future installations are planned for Veterans Day and Memorial Day moving forward until all Walkway bricks are sold.

The buy-a-brick project offers individuals the opportunity to honor a special veteran by purchasing a brick paver inscribed with the veteran's name and branch of service. Non-Franklin veterans and those currently serving in the U.S. military are also included.

Brick order forms are available in the lobby of the Town Hall and Senior Center, at the Veterans Services Office and online at: franklinveteransbricks.com

Brick order forms are available online at: franklinveteransbricks.com

Memorial Day - Program Handout - May 27, 2019

For those unable to participate in person at the ceremonies on Memorial Day, a copy of the program handout is available here. Thanks to my daughter, Allison, for taking the photos and videos to share here.

I was away for a wedding weekend in the Baltimore area where we got to spend some time in Annapolis, one of the first capitals of the USA.

The Memorial Day program can also be downloaded from here
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fSSi5tTnqEv3VBRsSp0x2nzilNpv6Wu-/view?usp=sharing

a glorious day to remember (photo by Allison Sherlock)

Squire Fredrick, our tour guide, describing General Washington
resigning his commission to the Continental Congress

Reminder: Memorial Day Parade - 10;30 AM Start time

The Memorial Day Parade will be held on May 27, 2019. 

Schedule of Events:
10:00 AM Check in at 21 Main St (Dean Bank) in Franklin, You will be assigned a marching position when you sign in.

10:30 AM The parade begins. We will start at the corner of Main Street and Depot Street Ave.

Route:
Begins at Dean Bank on Main Street, to the Dean Memorial, left onto School Street, Right on to W Central Street (stopping a the Union Street Cemetery), to a right on Beaver Street (stopping at the St Mary's Cemetery) and continuing on to the Franklin Town Common.

12:00 Noon Memorial Day Service at the War Memorial

In case of rain, please check this website for announcements. If the parade is cancelled due to rain, the ceremony will still be held at 12:00 Noon at the Town Common War Memorial.

Click Here for the Parade Route

https://sites.google.com/view/franklinmamemorialdayparade/parade-route?authuser=0

Franklin Memorial Day Parade - Route

Trash and recycling pickup schedule - delayed one day due to Memorial Day

The trash and recycling pickup schedule will be delayed one day this week due to the Memorial Day holiday. From the recent recycling flyer
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/franklin_2018_2019.pdf


Holidays
Collection will be delayed one day if your collection day falls on or after one of these observed holidays. Please note if an observed Holiday falls on a Sunday there will be NO DELAY in collection.

• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• New Year’s Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day

Trash and recycling pickup schedule - delayed one day due to Memorial Day

MBTA - Monday, Memorial Day - Commuter Rail notice

On Monday, May 27, the Commuter Rail will operate on a Sunday schedule.

All lines will operate normal Sunday train service, not shuttle buses. Please refer to the train schedule for departure and arrival times.

Last Updated: May 24 2019 01:47 PM


The Franklin Line schedule can be found online
https://www.mbta.com/schedules/CR-Franklin/timetable

Approaching South Station

Memorial Day Parade Information

This year's Parade will be held on Monday, May 27, 2019. Your organization is invited to participate in this very special event to honor the men and women who gave their lives and those still unaccounted for. To register your organization please complete our Registration Form

Please take note of our Participant Rules
https://sites.google.com/view/franklinmamemorialdayparade/parade-rules-regulations?authuser=0

Click Here for the Parade Route
https://sites.google.com/view/franklinmamemorialdayparade/parade-route?authuser=0


Schedule of Events:
10:00 AM Check in at 21 Main St (Dean Bank) in Franklin, You will be assigned a marching position when you sign in.

10:30 AM The parade begins. We will start at the corner of Main Street and Depot Street Ave.

Route:
Begins at Dean Bank on Main Street, to the Dean Memorial, left onto School Street, Right on to W Central Street (stopping a the Union Street Cemetery), to a right on Beaver Street (stopping at the St Mary's Cemetery) and continuing on to the Franklin Town Common.

12:00 Noon Memorial Day Service at the War Memorial

In case of rain, please check this website for announcements. If the parade is cancelled due to rain, the ceremony will still be held at 12:00 Noon at the Town Common War Memorial.

Franklin Memorial Day Parade - Route

Franklin Memorial Day Parade - Route, schedule, group sign up

It's that time of year again to plan the annual Franklin Memorial Day Parade. 

The following information below will help you to inform your group, friends, families and visitors as to how to prepare for the parade.

This year you WILL BE REQUIRED TO REGISTER at www.FranklinMemorialDay.com in order to march or participate. 

Please have your group(s), band, etc register by May 24, 2019

Thank you!

It’s a Good Life,

Matt Kelly
CEO / Owner

Direct: (508) 520-1600
Fax: (508) 590-0278
www.MattKellyHomes.com

Franklin Memorial Day Parade - Route

May 2019 Franklin Public Library Newsletter

The Library will be closed Sunday, May 12 for Mother's Day, and Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day. 

The Library's regular hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Friday and Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Sunday, 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM. Sunday hours are September through May only.

May 2019 Franklin Public Library Newsletter
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/may2019newsletter.pdf

May 2019 Franklin Public Library Newsletter

Memorial Day Breakfast - Senior Center - May 24

The annual Memorial Day Breakfast is scheduled for the Franklin Senior Center on Friday, May 24, 2019. Guest speaker Alan Earls will discuss the 75th Anniversary of D-Day.

Please call the Senior Center to register  508-520-4945  

Memorial Day Breakfast - Senior Center - May 24

Veterans Memorial Walkway - Next installation for Memorial Day 2019

The next installation of engraved bricks on the Veterans Memorial Walkway on the Franklin Town Common will coincide with Memorial Day 2019.

“Brick sales are ongoing and bricks will be sold until all the bricks on the walkway are engraved,” said Larry Bederian, Chairman of the Veterans Memorial Walkway Committee.

“Engraved bricks make great gifts for family members and friends who are U.S. veterans or currently serving in the military. People buy them for birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas, Mothers’ and Fathers’ Day gifts. It’s a great way to honor our service men and women. And, the veteran doesn’t have to be from Franklin. We’ve had a great response to this project from people all over New England and beyond,” Bederian added.

Engraved bricks include the service member’s first, middle and last name and branch of service. 

Bricks are $100 each and order forms are available in the lobby of the Town Hall, the Senior Center and online at: franklinveteransbricks.com. For more information, contact Franklin VFW Post 3402 at: (508) 533-2377.

Veterans Memorial Walkway - Next installation for Memorial Day 2019

Franklin Annual Report - 2018: Veterans’ Service Officer (VSO)

The Veterans’ Service Officer (VSO) serves veterans and their dependents in recognition of their service to our nation. Responsibilities of the VSO include educating veterans and their dependents about the benefits available to them, dispensing state sponsored veterans’ benefits under M.G.L. Chapter 115 and assisting veterans and their dependents or survivors in obtaining state and federal benefits or entitlements which they have earned.

In addition to my responsibilities to the veterans of Franklin, I serve as the Veterans’ Service Advocate for Norfolk County and as the VSO for the Town of Avon. Norfolk County is the only county in the Commonwealth to have an individual dedicated to Veterans’ Services. Through an agreement between the Town and the County, I am able to continue to support the VSO’s in the 28 cities and towns of Norfolk County while primarily servicing the Franklin veterans’ community.

As our veterans and their dependents/survivors age, there are more demands for benefits provided by the Commonwealth’s Department of Veterans’ Services and the U. S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs. During the past year, there has been an increase in the number of Franklin veterans who have recently completed their military service.

It is very important that veterans and widows identify themselves on the town census. This information enables the VSO to identify services available to them. I sent a letter to every veteran and widow identified on the town census earlier this year. As you see in our contacts this year, the mailing generated a significant amount of interaction for the office.

Fiscal Year 2018 Office contacts for the VSO were:

• Walk-Ins 469
• Appointments 403
• Incoming Calls 1,406
• Outgoing Calls 701
• Actionable Email 184
• Total contacts: 3,163

A 26.4% increase over FY 2017!
Franklin veterans, dependents and surviving family members received over $4,503,000 in compensation and pension payments from the VA in FY 17.

I participated in many civic events during the year at schools and civic groups. The VSO is always willing to attend an event to speak about veterans, veterans’ benefits, the military experience or to support a patriotic event. I invite other veterans to attend such events. If you are interested in attending any event, please contact my office. I also work with Boy Scouts and other students who are interested in community service projects when they are available.

Franklin Veterans’ Council
The Franklin Veterans’ Council meets on the Third Thursday of the month, 7pm, at the Franklin Senior Center. Dates, times and meeting locations are posted on the Veterans’ Services web page. All veterans and any interested individual or organization are welcome to attend. This group serves as a communications outlet for veteran and military related events and activities in the community as well as an opportunity for veterans to obtain information about state and federal benefits and changes. The Council is chaired by the VSO.

Franklin Veterans Memorial Walkway
The Franklin Veterans’ Council formed a subcommittee, the Veterans Walkway Committee in 2016. On October 25, 2017 Dale Kurtz, representing the committee, made a presentation to the Town Council about constructing a Veterans Memorial Walkway on the Town Common. The Town Council unanimously approved the project on November 15,
2017. 

The Veterans Walkway Committee has sold bricks through the VFW Post 3402 to fund the project. Bricks will continue to be sold until the walkway is filled with veterans’ names. Funding was also provided by a grant from the State Department of Veterans Services through the efforts of our state legislators. This committee has done a tremendous amount of research and work to ensure that we properly recognize those veterans from the Town of Franklin who died during our nation’s wars from World War I through today. Construction is scheduled to start in September 2018. The goal is to have the new walkway dedicated on Veterans’ Day 2018. For information about the walkway, please contact the Veterans Services Office.

Veterans’ Day Luncheon
The Franklin Veterans’ Day Luncheon was held on Friday, November 10, 2017 at the Franklin Elks Lodge #2136. Franklin High School Select Chorus led us in the National Anthem and provided musical interludes during the program. American Legion Post 75 presented the colors and we were led in the Pledge of Allegiance by Lisa Plante, Post Chaplain Robert Markunis, American Legion Post 75, provided our invocation. State Representative Jeffrey Roy provided brief remarks for the audience. The VSO provided information about new and existing programs for veterans. Honorably discharged veterans may now shop on line at the Post Exchange, shopmyexchange.com. Veterans may also obtain a Veterans’ ID Card (VIC) at vets.gov. The announcement of the Franklin Veterans Memorial Walkway was the key topic of the program.

Memorial Day Breakfast
Our deceased veterans were remembered at The Franklin Memorial Day Breakfast on Friday, May 25, 2018 at the Franklin Senior Center. Franklin High School choral group led by Olivia Goliger, Franklin Music Teacher, led us in the National Anthem and provided musical interludes during the program. American Legion Post 75 presented the colors. John Hefele, American Legion, led us in the Pledge of Allegiance and Bob Gardner, Franklin veteran, provided our invocation. We remembered the 45 veterans listed on our War Memorials who died during our nation’s conflicts and the 65 Franklin veterans who passed since our last Memorial Day. “Taps” was played after our moment of silent remembrance.

State Representative Jeffrey Roy joined us and made a few brief remarks. Ed Geoffry, age 101 who served in Europe from 1941 to 1946, honored us by attending our breakfast. Natalie Webb and Anna Dixon each read a short article about one of our fallen heroes who will be memorialized on our Veterans Memorial walkway. Natalee wrote the articles which were published in the Franklin localtownpages newspaper. Plaques to be placed in the Memorial Walkway were on display for our guests.

Missing Man Table
The Missing Man Table was re-introduced to our Memorial Day ceremony after years of absence.I would like to explain the meaning of the items on this special table. 

The table is small symbolizing the frailty of one prisoner alone against his or her oppressors. The table is round to show that our concern for them is everlasting. The white tablecloth represents the purity of their response to our country’s call to arms. The Bible represents faith in a higher power and the pledge to our country, founded as one nation under God. 

The single rose in the vase signifies the blood they may have shed in sacrifice to ensure the freedom of our beloved United States of America. The rose also reminds us of the families and friends of our missing comrades who keep faith awaiting their return.The vase is tied with a yellow ribbon, a symbol of our continued determination to account for our missing. The black napkin stands for the emptiness these warriors have left in the hearts of their families and friends. 

The candle symbolizes the everlasting hope for a joyous reunion with those not accounted for. The American flag reminds us that many of them never return and have paid the supreme sacrifice to ensure our freedom. A slice of lemon on the plate reminds us of their bitter fate. 

The salt sprinkled on the plate reminds us of the countless fallen tears of families as they wait. The glass is inverted to remind us of their inability to share in this ceremony. The chair is empty. They are not here. Please remember those who have served and are currently serving our nation in harm’s way.

Vet Ruck New England
In August, a group of veterans from Warrior Thunder conducted a 200 mile ruck across Massachusetts to raise funds for the prevention of veteran suicide. That was 10 miles for each veteran suicide each day. I joined the group as they entered Franklin and walked with them to the Town Common where a brief ceremony was held to recognize their event and to provide some well appreciated refreshments. 

As I continued the walk through Franklin, the walkers commented on how nice Franklin looks and how warm the reception had been. They made comparisons with other towns and were very appreciative of the support they received here. Thank you to all of the town’s people who provided water, refreshments and donations to the walkers. They had started their walk in Pittsfield two day earlier and completed their journey the next day in Plymouth.

Veterans Call
I started a new program on Franklin Local TV, “Veterans Call”. The program is for and about veterans and airs on Franklin “All Access TV”. If you have suggestions for the show, please contact the Veterans Office.

Chair of Honor
The Chair of Honor resided at the Franklin Senior Center most of this year. It will rotate through other town buildings and schools through the next year.

Other Events and Activities
I co-hosted a Women Veteran’s Coffee Hour on February 24th at the Victorian Rhapsody Coffee Shop. I was joined by the Raynham and Norton VSO’s and representatives from other state and federal agencies. It was a good opportunity for women veterans to talk about their service and to obtain support for various benefits. For the past five years, I have worked with the Neponset Valley Rotary Club in hosting a veterans’ networking breakfast. We held this event on February 21st in Dedham and had over 20 veterans attend.

I coordinated a Vietnam War 50th Pinning Ceremony with Congressman Kennedy’s office in March. The event was held at the Foxboro VFW. The Congressman provided 62 lapel pins to Vietnam Veterans.

Community Support
Veterans’ Services thanks these faithful supporters:

• The Franklin Garden Club for the care and maintenance of the Veterans’ Memorial on the town common.
• Elks Lodge #2136, BPOE, for their continued support of Franklin’s veterans including the sponsorship of the Veterans’ Day Luncheon, and the veterans’ fuel assistance program. Elks Lodge #2136 conducts numerous events during the year in support of our veterans in local VA facilities.
• VFW Post 3402 for their assistance with the placement of flags on the graves of our deceased veterans for Memorial Day, their donation of poppies and their ongoing
• support and attention to Franklin’s veterans.
• American Legion, Edward L. Grant, Post 75 for their support of our veterans and their participation in our Veterans’ Day and Memorial Day events. Post 75 visits local
• private medical and VA facilities to support and recognize our veterans.
• The Friends of Franklin Elders for their support of the Memorial Day Breakfast at the Senior Center.
• The staff of the Franklin Senior Center for their daily support of the Veterans Service Office and for their valued support of the Memorial Day Breakfast.
• Franklin High School music department for the support of our events.
• The citizens of Franklin for your support of our veterans and active duty service members.

Although, federal and state definitions of veterans are very specific as to time and component served for qualification for benefits, I hold to this definition of a
veteran:

A veteran is someone – whether active duty, retired, National Guard or Reserve, served one day or twenty years – who at one point in their life wrote a blank check made payable to the Government of the United States of America for an amount of “up to and including my life.”

Thank you for your service.

I am honored to serve Franklin’s veterans and their families.

Respectfully submitted,
Dale L. Kurtz
Veterans’ Service Officer


You can read the full Annual Report for 2018 online
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/uploads/franklin_2018_town_report.pdf

The archive of prior year annual reports
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-clerk/pages/annual-reports

The Veterans Walkway on the Town Common was opened on Veterans Day, November 11, 2018

Memorial Day Parade - 2013

Photos of the groups and organizations marching in the parade in Franklin, MA on May 27, 2013



or go directly to Flickr
https://www.flickr.com/photos/steve_sherlock/sets/72157633750786968/

Memorial Day parade in Franklin, MA. (video)

Video highlights from the Memorial Day parade in Franklin, MA.

Franklin Memorial Day Parade - May 28, 2018

Parade Route:

The 2018 Parade route will begin at the Depot Street and Dean Bank and proceed up Main St (towards Church St.), take a left onto School, to a Right on W Central Street, then a Right on Beaver St until we reach the Town Common / Church Square. 

The parade will once again stop at the Dean Memorial, Union St and St Mary's Cemetery's. 


Parade Information:

Date: Monday, May 28, 2018

10:00 am: Muster: Group leaders must check in at the Dean Bank Parking Lot
10:30 am: Parade Starts
12:00 pm: Ceremony at the Franklin Town Common

The Franklin Garden Club maintains the flowers beds

around the war memorials on the Town Common

Download the Parade route map
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczTnY5R3loc3djVlhncEE2dGJ5LUU1azc4dmhn/view?usp=sharing

or view this Parade route map