Franklin Matters: Senior Center

"Voices of Franklin! The first of many to come...

Held by Franklin Rotary Club, Franklin Senior Center, the Franklin Recreational Department, and Franklin Interact Club!"

About a dozen seniors and about 15 high school students gathers for a few games, some lunch (and conversation) then, the center piece discussion of the day.

A defining statement was provided, participants would raise the red card or green card if they disagree (red) or agreed (green) with the statement. Moderator Ryan Jette would then follow up with some of the individuals who raised red or green and the conversation ensued.

The next session is scheduled for November 19, a school half-day.

There will be more to come about this event and the next scheduled session.

You can listen to the recording with Syed Azhar in advance of this session. https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/08/franklin-interact-coordinating-with.html

Wednesday's session was recorded by Franklin TV/ Franklin Public Radio and will be made available here.

You can view more photos from the session - https://www.instagram.com/p/DcOYzXpnOtA/

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 ???

Wednesday, August 19

Franklin Lions Clothing Drive active through Aug 22 https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/07/the-franklin-lions-conducting-clothing.html

9:00am Ballot Testing (Council Chambers)

11:00am Franklin Conversation - Q&A (Franklin Senior Center)

1:00pm "Where's the Toast?" Memory Cafe (Franklin Senior Center)

6:30pm Bingo night (Kings Brick Oven Pizza & Pub)

6:30pm Book Club (Franklin TV and Radio 102.9 FM)

6:30pm Franklin Elks Bingo Night (Franklin Elks Lodge #2136)

7:00pm Smarty Pants Trivia (Raillery Public House)

For additional details on Library events -> https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

For additional details on Senior Center events ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9890

*** 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

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 ???

Tuesday, August 18

Franklin Lions Clothing Drive active through Aug 22 https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/07/the-franklin-lions-conducting-clothing.html

12:00pm Community Closet (Franklin United Methodist Church)

4:00pm Community Baby Shower (Wrentham Senior Center)

5:00pm Tuesday Night Cruise (Kings Brick Oven Pizza & Pub)

For additional details on Library events -> https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

For additional details on Senior Center events ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9890

*** Town Meetings today ***

Design Review Meeting

Tuesday, August 18 Time: 7:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08182026-2461

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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

Monday, August 17, 2026

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Monday, August 17, 2026 ???

Monday, August 17

Franklin Lions Clothing Drive active through Aug 22 https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/07/the-franklin-lions-conducting-clothing.html

For additional details on Library events -> https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

For additional details on Senior Center events ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9890

*** Town Meetings today ***

Franklin Cultural Council

Monday, August 17 Time: 7:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08172026-2456

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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

Friday, August 14, 2026

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, August 14, 2026 ???

Friday, August 14

Franklin Lions Clothing Drive active through Aug 22 https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/07/the-franklin-lions-conducting-clothing.html

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

1:00pm Book Sale (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)

3:00pm Bus 14 (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

5:30pm The Reminiscents (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

8:00pm Turn the Page: A Bob Seger Tribute (THE BLACK BOX)

For additional details on Library events -> https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

For additional details on Senior Center events ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9890

*** 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

Thursday, August 13, 2026

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, August 13, 2026 ???

Thursday, August 13

Franklin Lions Clothing Drive active through Aug 22 https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/07/the-franklin-lions-conducting-clothing.html

For additional details on Library events -> https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

For additional details on Senior Center events ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9890

*** Town Meetings today ***

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Meeting

Thursday, August 13 Time: 2:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08132026-2453

Joint Budget Subcommittee Meeting

Thursday, August 13 Time: 6:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08132026-2445

Conservation Commission Meeting

Thursday, August 13 Time: 7:00 PM (3rd Fl Trng, updated 8/10)

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08132026-2452

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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

Register for your spot at the Free Flu Clinic, Tuesday, Sept 22 at the Senior Center

The Franklin Health Department will be hosting an upcoming FREE Flu Clinic on Tuesday, September 22, from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill St.

💉 Free flu shots are available for all ages, and high-dose vaccines are available.

Appointments can be scheduled online ( SIGN UP LINK: https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/franklin?site=franklin-flu-clinic ) or by calling 508-613-1334.

Please help us spread the word by sharing the attached flyer with your clients, family, friends, and community members who may benefit from this free clinic.

Download a copy of the flyer as a reminder or to share

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Vk4y2yORylZ7VpBZLE2KjubJrb3ZiEON/view?usp=drive_link

Updated:

Q: Are these mRNA flu shots?

A: per the Town of Franklin Health Dept "No they are not; they are: Fluzone High-Dose and Fluzone Standard-Dose (manufactured by Sanofi)."

Q: It would be nice to list all adverse effects in order to have a truly informed consent.

A: per the Town of Franklin HEalth Dept: "attached is the latest Vaccine Information Sheet (VIS) related to the flu shot. We offer the Vaccine Information Sheet (VIS) every year at our flu clinics; it includes possible side effects.

Adverse reactions are harmful or dangerous responses that are typically unexpected, more severe and rare with the flu vaccine.

Possible Side Effects After a Flu Shot

Common: Soreness, redness, or swelling at the injection site; fever; muscle aches; or headache.
Rare: There may be a very small increased risk of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) after a flu shot.
Severe allergic reaction: Seek emergency medical care if you experience hives, swelling of the face or throat, difficulty breathing, fast heartbeat, dizziness, or weakness. Call 9-1-1 immediately.

For other concerning symptoms, contact your healthcare provider.

To report an adverse reaction: Visit VAERS.gov or call 1-800-822-7967.

Vaccine Information Sheet (VIS) Handout - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wl8Ea6BDR54eSEI1HcOS3mscEzbzXQC4/view?usp=drive_link