What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, January 17, 2026 ???

Saturday, January 17

8:00am St. Mary Men's Faith Formation Group (St. Mary's Parish)

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

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

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am Franklin in Miniature (Train Town 3) (Franklin Historical Museum)

10:00am Rise Up (Franklin United Methodist Church)

11:00am Franklin as Composer with The Metro-West Symphony Orchestra (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Library books by the bag sale (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Bacchus Busters (Pour Richard's wine & Provisions)

1:00pm Ken Barney (live music) (AJ's Pub, Wrentham)

7:00pm The Padula Family (live music) (La Cantina Winery)

8:00pm Rowboat (live music) (Jimmy D's Bar and Grill)

For additional details on Library events -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

** 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

Rise Up Social Hour This Saturday, January 17 at 10 AM

Good morning, 

Our next Rise Up Social Hour is this Saturday!

Date: Saturday, January 17th

Time: 10:00 AM

Location: Franklin United Methodist Church

82 West Central St, Franklin, MA 02038

Parking: On the left side of the building

Entrance: On the left side of the building (choice of ramp or stairs)

Restrooms: There is a handicap accessible restroom.

Outline:

• open social time
• creating vision boards: supplies and guidance for how to make one included (you don't have to make one if you don't want to - come anyway to hang out!)
• wrap-up

Hope to see you Saturday!!

Rise Up Social Hour This Saturday, January 17 at 10 AM

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This one-hour social meet-up is intended to be a safe space for:

• individuals navigating life with disability to meet others they can relate with
• community partners to learn more about the population and share resources
• support persons to meet other support persons

For additional information about this event, please visit ->  https://alirheaume.com/rise-up

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, December 20, 2025 ???

Saturday, December 20

• 
  FYHA fundraiser (all day) (Panera Bread)

8:00am St. Mary Men's Faith Formation Group (St. Mary's Parish)

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

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

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am Rise Up - Open House & Holiday Party (Franklin United Methodist Church)

3:00pm Copley Cats Holiday Concert (Franklin Public Library)

7:00pm Country Music Classic (live music) (Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub)

7:30pm Humbug! (FPAC performance at Franklin High School)

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

Rise Up Holiday Party & Open House - Saturday, Dec 20 at 10 AM

The Rise Up Holiday Party and Open House is this Saturday, Dec 20!! Anyone 18+ is welcome to attend, so invite whoever you want to!

Date: Saturday, December 20th

Rise Up Holiday Party & Open House - Saturday, Dec 20 at 10 AM

Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Location: Franklin United Methodist Church, 82 West Central St, Franklin, MA 02038

Parking: On the left side of the building

Entrance: On the left side of the building (choice of ramp or stairs)

Restrooms: There is a handicap accessible restroom.

Outline:

- open social time, free food, and card-making activity

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This one-hour social meet-up is intended to be a safe space for:

• individuals navigating life with disability to meet others they can relate with
• community partners to learn more about the population and share resources
• support persons to meet other support persons

For additional information about this event, please visit ->  https://alirheaume.com/rise-up

Reminder: Rise Up Open House is scheduled for Saturday, Dec 20

The Rise Up Open House is scheduled for Saturday, Dec 20. Anyone 18+ is welcome to attend, with or without a disability.

Please help maintain a fragrance-free and sensory-friendly environment. Please avoid the use of any scented products while in attendance (perfume, cologne, body spray, scented lotion, strongly scented detergent, etc.)

Date: Saturday, December 20

Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (come and go any time)

Rise Up Open House is scheduled for Saturday, Dec 20

Location: Franklin United Methodist Church at 82 West Central Street

Parking: On the left side of the building

Entrance: On the left side of the building, either a choice of a ramp or stairs

Restrooms: Handicap accessible gender-neutral restroom

Environment: Cheerful, yet calm 

Food and Drinks: Free variety of food and drinks

Activities: Making holiday cards and socializing 

Anyone can learn more about Rise Up here.

You can also follow Rise Up on Facebook here.

Reminder: Ali Rheaume's Pop up location confirmed for Dec 6

Ali Rheaume's Pop up location confirmed for Dec 6

via Ali Rheaume

"It would mean the world to me if you would consider coming by to say hi, shop, or spend the word!

I will also be joined by Samantha Piette who will be selling beautiful floral bouquets, so stay tuned for more!"

Shared from ->   https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1A5gknnZWe/

Rise Up Open House is scheduled for Saturday, Dec 20

The Rise Up Open House is scheduled for Saturday, Dec 20. Anyone 18+ is welcome to attend, with or without a disability.

Please help maintain a fragrance-free and sensory-friendly environment. Please avoid the use of any scented products while in attendance (perfume, cologne, body spray, scented lotion, strongly scented detergent, etc.)

Date: Saturday, December 20

Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (come and go any time)

Rise Up Open House is scheduled for Saturday, Dec 20

Location: Franklin United Methodist Church at 82 West Central Street

Parking: On the left side of the building

Entrance: On the left side of the building, either a choice of a ramp or stairs

Restrooms: Handicap accessible gender-neutral restroom

Environment: Cheerful, yet calm 

Food and Drinks: Free variety of food and drinks

Activities: Making holiday cards and socializing 

Anyone can learn more about Rise Up here.

You can also follow Rise Up on Facebook here.

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, Oct 18, 2025 ??

Saturday, Oct 18

8:00am St. Mary Men's Faith Formation Group (St. Mary's Parish)

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

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

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am NO KINGS Franklin (Franklin Village Plaza)

10:00am Rise Up (Franklin Fire Headquarters)

10:30am Trunk or Treat (Franklin Public Library)

12:00pm Pumpkin Patch (St John's Episcopal Church)

1:00pm Library "books by the bag" Sale (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm Annie (THE BLACK BOX)

2:00pm The Wolves (Dean College Main Stage Theater)

7:30pm SHOW CANCELLED - Richard Shindell (Circle of Friends Coffeehouse)

7:30pm Annie (THE BLACK BOX)

7:30pm The Wolves (Dean College Main Stage Theater)

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

** NO Town Meetings today   **

What's happening in Franklin, MA

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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

Join Rise Up this Saturday at a *Different Location* 🌄 - Franklin Fire Dept Hdqtrs

Good morning,

Rise Up is meeting this Saturday at a different location for a special social hour with the Franklin Fire Department!

Date: Saturday, Oct 18

Time: 10:00 AM

Location: Franklin Fire Headquarters, 40 West Central Street

Parking: On the right side of the building, or over-flow in the back lot

Entrance: We will have a door propped open on the right side of the station at a ramp entrance, at least until 10:10 AM. We may close the door after that, depending on the weather, but you can knock or come to the front entrance instead. If you choose to enter the front door, press the button on the wall, and let the person know you are at the station for a Rise Up meeting.

Restrooms: There are handicap accessible restrooms.

Sensory: Being at the fire station, there is awareness that an alarm bell could go off to notify the staff of an emergency. To help minimize any noise sensitivity needs, the room we are meeting in will have the alarm turned off. I will also have earplugs for anyone who needs extra support. 

Join Rise Up this Saturday

Outline:

- open social time

- presentation by Franklin Fire/EMS

- announcements

- view trucks 

- hang out, wrap-up

Hope you see you there!!

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This one-hour social meet-up is intended to be a safe space for:

• individuals navigating life with disability to meet others they can relate with
• community partners to learn more about the population and share resources
• support persons to meet other support persons

For additional information about this event, please visit ->  https://alirheaume.com/rise-up

Rise Up scheduled to meet on Saturday, Sep 20 at 10 AM

Rise Up this Saturday will be held at our regular location. We will visit the fire station in October instead.

Rise Up scheduled to meet on Saturday, Sep 20 at 10 AM

Date: Saturday, September 20th

Time: 10 - 11 AM

Location: Franklin United Methodist Church, 82 West Central Street, Franklin, MA (parking and entrance/ramp on left side) 

Agenda: 

- Come in, open social time

- Group discussion, including planning for upcoming farmers market table and other events

- More group and open social time

- Wrap up

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This one-hour social meet-up is intended to be a safe space for:

• individuals navigating life with disability to meet others they can relate with
• community partners to learn more about the population and share resources
• support persons to meet other support persons

For additional information about this event, please visit ->  https://alirheaume.com/rise-up

Worthy advice !!

via Ali Rheaume

"These are great things to put into practice as you continue to engage with people, both in person and on media!

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Go ahead and save it for future reference! "

Find the advice on Instagram ->   https://www.instagram.com/p/DNlw9NRv0Qf/

Rise Up This Saturday, August 16

Good morning!

Our next Rise Up social hour, with a special guest, is:

Date: August 16th

Time: 10 to 11 AM

Location: Franklin United Methodist Church, 82 West Central Street, Franklin, MA (parking and entrance/ramp on left side) 

Outline:

- Open social time

- Group intros

- Discussion and Resources from MassAbility

- Wrap up and final social time

Hope to have you with us!

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This one-hour social meet-up is intended to be a safe space for:

• individuals navigating life with disability to meet others they can relate with
• community partners to learn more about the population and share resources
• support persons to meet other support persons

For additional information about this event, please visit ->   https://alirheaume.com/rise-up

RISE Up - next social hour gathering Saturday, Aug 16

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, July 19, 2025 ???

Saturday, July 19

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

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

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am Rise Up (Franklin United Methodist Church)

10:00am Walking Group (St John's Episcopal Church)

10:30am Legendary Foam Party! (Franklin Public Library)

12:00pm Mad Science Minis! (Franklin Public Library)

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

2:00pm Matt York Concert (live music)(Franklin Public Library)

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

For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->        

https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

** NO Town Meetings today   **

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What's happening today in Franklin? 

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

Rise up Saturday, July 19 at 10 AM

Rise up Saturday, July 19

Learn more about Rise Up and sign up for email updates here: https://alirheaume.com/rise-up

Shared from ->   https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AjZStDzCE/

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This one-hour social meet-up is intended to be a safe space for:

• individuals navigating life with disability to meet others they can relate with
• community partners to learn more about the population and share resources
• support persons to meet other support persons

For additional information about this event, please visit ->  https://alirheaume.com/rise-up

Navigating life with disability? Check out the Rise Up group meeting Saturday at 10 AM to see if it is for you

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, June 21, 2025 ???

Saturday, June 21

** Fakes and Forgeries Exhibit (during Franklin Historical Museum Open Hours)

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am Rise Up (Franklin United Methodist Church)

10:00am Walking Group (St John's Episcopal Church)

12:00pm Celebrate with Pride (Franklin Town Common)

12:00pm The Drummers' Studio 15th Anniversary Celebration (Bellingham High School)

1:00pm The Pantry Falmouth Road Race Team (Pour Richard's Wine & Provisions)

1:00pm Under The Sea Party (Franklin Public Library)

6:30pm Class of 1975 50th High School Reunion (THE BLACK BOX)

For additional details on Library  events ->   

https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

**  NO Town Meetings today   **

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What's happening today in Franklin? 

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