What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, November 14, 2024 ???

Thursday, November 14

7am Fiber Art Installation (Franklin Public Library) 

1pm Meet Maudie the Chicken!  (Franklin Public Library) 

4pm Pizza & Movie Night: Reagan (Franklin Senior Center)

5pm Board Game Night (Pete's Nerd Emporium) 

6:30pm Ken Gloss: Book Antiques and Collecting (Franklin Public Library) 

7pm Cultural District Cmte (Franklin Historical Museum)

7:30pm My Favorite Year (Dean College Main Stage)

**  Town Meetings today   **

Charles River Pollution Control District (meeting room - Medway)

Event Date:  Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 3:30pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/crpcd_meeting_2.pdf

Police Station Building Committee Meeting (Council Chambers) 

Event Date:  Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 6:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/2024-11-14_police_station_building_committee_agenda.pdf

Master Plan Final Draft Presentation (3rd floor training room)

Event Date:  Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 6:30pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/master_plan_agenda_-november_14_2024.pdf

Conservation Commission Meeting (virtual meeting)

Event Date:  Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/11-14_conservation_agenda.pdf

Cultural District Committee Meeting

Event Date:  Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 7:00pm

no agenda posted

Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter School agenda (charter school) 

Event Date:  Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/bot_agenda_11142024.docx_1.pdf

What's happening today in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

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:

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/upcoming

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars

Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School (BFCCPS) is accepting applications for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School (BFCCPS), located in Franklin, Massachusetts, has begun accepting applications for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. BFCCPS is a regional public charter school for students in Kindergarten through Grade Eight. 

This year BFCCPS celebrates its 30th year of operation. The school was founded in 1995 and is one of the oldest and most successful charter schools in the state of Massachusetts.

Siblings of currently enrolled students will have priority enrollment status; thereafter applicants from communities in the school's district will have a chance at securing a spot for their child through the annual enrollment lottery to be held on February 24, 2025. 

BFCCPS

Applicants from outside of the region (who reside within the state of Massachusetts) will be eligible for enrollment should additional spaces remain after all sibling and regional applicants have been placed.

 

For the 2025-2026 school year 100 spaces will be offered for Kindergarten and students at all other grade levels will receive a waiting list number. Offers for Grades One through Eight would be contingent upon currently enrolled students electing not to return next year.

The school provides a well-rounded, rigorous academic program designed to educate the whole child providing courses in art, music, languages, technology, and physical education. In addition to our core academic and co-curricular classes, students in Grade Six through Eight participate in weekly Classical Enrichment Courses and start Latin studies in Grade Six.

Middle schoolers are also eligible to participate in our Spring Musical. Students in Grades 5-8 also have the opportunity to participate in overnight field trips each spring.

Round trip bus transportation is available with bus stops currently in Bellingham, Blackstone, Franklin, Norfolk, Mendon, Medway, Milford, Millis, Norfolk, and Wrentham.

BFCCPS alumni continue to excel during their attendance at local public high schools as well as independent high schools.

Please visit the school’s website at www.bfccps.org for enrollment details, including applications. Enrollment information sessions and building tours will be held on January 11th and February 8 from 10 AM to noon . Please note that the enrollment period will come to a close on February 14, 2025 at 4 PM.

 

If you'd like to learn more about the educational mission of the school or have enrollment related questions please contact the school's Communication Coordinator, Joanne Basile at jbasile@bfccps.org or 508-541-3434 x104.

About the Benjamin Franklin Charter School

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School's mission is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing students with a classical academic education coupled with sound character development and community service. Our mission is supported by four distinct, yet interconnected pillars that provide for a collaborative, rigorous education for all students. These pillars guide, direct and define the school in all it does.

BFCCPS Capstone Project to support "The Home" schedules yard sale for Oct 14

BFCCPS Capstone Project 

 

"My name is Isaque Gomes and for my 8th grade Capstone project I am working with a non profit organization called The Home to raise awareness and money for orphan children.  

On October 14th I will be hosting a huge garage sale to raise money for The Home. There will be shoes, clothes, tech and many other things.  

If you want to support me and get some cool new stuff come join me and the home at 74 Washington Street, hope to see you there."

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/v8pqYFEUnXMrijUn/

Reminder: Local Car Show and Vendor Fair at BFCCPS - Oct 13

Jacob Sachs will be hosting a Car Show and Vendor Fair at BFCCPS! 

$2 per spectator and $5 per car 

Local Car Show and Vendor Fair

Bring your antique car, exotic car, supped up car to show your friends and family! Also if you have a craft or item to sell please buy a vendor spot and come show us what you have! 

Vendor spots are open to Capstone Students at no charge and other vendors at $5 per booth. (Please reach out to amanda.r.sachs@gmail.com for a spot) 

When:  October 13 from 1 PM - 3 PM

Where: Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public Schools

Shared from -> https://bfccps.org/apps/events/event.jsp?eREC_ID=4469825&d=2024-10-13&id=4

Local Car Show and Vendor Fair at BFCCPS - Oct 13

Jacob Sachs will be hosting a Car Show and Vendor Fair at BFCCPS! 

$2 per spectator and $5 per car 

Local Car Show and Vendor Fair

Bring your antique car, exotic car, supped up car to show your friends and family! Also if you have a craft or item to sell please buy a vendor spot and come show us what you have! 

Vendor spots are open to Capstone Students at no charge and other vendors at $5 per booth. (Please reach out to amanda.r.sachs@gmail.com for a spot) 

When:  October 13 from 1 PM - 3 PM

Where: Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public Schools

Shared from -> https://bfccps.org/apps/events/event.jsp?eREC_ID=4469825&d=2024-10-13&id=4

Fall 2024 High School Fair scheduled for Sep 19 at 5 PM (for 8th graders)

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School is pleased to announce the date for our Fall 2024 High School Fair which will be held on September 19th from 5:00pm to 6:00 pm in the BFCCPS Learning Commons located at 500 Financial Park.  

Sep 19 at 5 PM

The event is open to 8th grade students both at BFCCPS and from local schools as well. Please note that a parent or guardian must accompany all students for the duration of the event.

Students are invited to pick up brochures and applications, ask about fall open house dates and speak directly with representatives and current students of the schools that will be in attendance.

Parking for the event is available in the school parking lot. Please note driving directions to the facility here on our website. (https://www.bfccps.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=529636&type=d&termREC_ID=&pREC_ID=1013734)

You can view this sheet to see what schools have RSVP'd to attend ​​​​​​​(please note that this list will update as additional schools RSVP between now and the event.)

Shared from -> https://www.bfccps.org/apps/events/event.jsp?eREC_ID=4358672&d=2024-09-19&id=0

BFCCPS performs A Pirate's Life for Me! - Mar 1 & 2

Please join us for this weekend's performances of the BFCCPS Musical: A Pirate's Life for Me!

SHOW DATES

• Show #1: Friday, March 1 @7pm
• Show #2: Saturday, March 2 @2pm
• Show #3: Saturday, March 2 @7pm

TICKET PRICING

• Adult Ticket - $17
• Senior/Student Ticket - $13
• Staff/Faculty Ticket - $10

TICKET BUNDLES

• Adult Tickets for all three shows - $45
• Senior/Student Tickets for all three shows - $30
• Family Matinee- 2 adult tickets, 2 senior/student tickets for Saturday, March 2nd at 2pm - $55

Tickets available -> https://www.bfccps.org/apps/s/?s=10763

BFCCPS performs A Pirate's Life for Me! Mar 1 & 2

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/nKZVkjuc8BEz241U/

Diwali Festival of Lights Cultural Celebration at the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School

November 8, 2023

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School (BFCCPS) recently hosted a Diwali Festival of Lights Cultural Celebration.  This educational and cultural event was organized by a variety of BFCCPS parent volunteers and the BFCCPS ELPAC. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Franklin Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. 

The event was well attended by BFCCPS families, faculty, staff and administration. Participants were joined by District Director Aidan Doherty, a representative from the office of State Senator Rebecca Rausch. The Senator’s office presented Manisha Thanneeru with an official citation from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts State Senate to recognize her efforts to bring our community together during this celebration.  

“On behalf of the BFCCPS Administration, I’d like to extend a tremendous thank you to Manisha Thanneeru, Deepa Bhaskar and the team of volunteers who led this year’s event; we also wish to thank the many students and parents who shared their time and talents with us. This festival was such a wonderful opportunity for all of our families to learn more about Diwali.” Joe Perna BFCCPS Head of  School

If you'd like to learn more about the educational mission of the school or have enrollment related questions please contact the school's Communication Coordinator, Joanne Basile at jbasile@bfccps.org or 508-541-3434 x104.

About the Benjamin Franklin Charter School

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School is a regional public charter school for students in Kindergarten through Grade Eight. The school’s mission is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing students with a classical academic education coupled with sound character development and community service. Our mission is supported by four distinct, yet interconnected pillars that provide for a collaborative, rigorous education for all students. These pillars guide, direct and define the school in all it does.

Additional photos can be found online in one album ->  https://photos.app.goo.gl/r2BzYoezEEvvLhRU7

 

District Director Aidan Doherty presented Manisha Thanneeru with an official citation from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts State Senate

Applications Now Open at the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School for the 2024-2025 School Year

November 7, 2023

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School (BFCCPS), located in Franklin, Massachusetts, has begun accepting applications for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year.  BFCCPS is a regional public charter school for students in Kindergarten through Grade Eight.  Founded in 1995, BFCCPS is one of the oldest and most successful charter schools in the state of Massachusetts. 

Siblings of currently enrolled students will have priority enrollment status; thereafter applicants from communities in the school's district will have a chance at securing a spot for their child through the annual enrollment lottery to be held on February 26, 2024.  Applicants from outside of the region (who reside within the state of Massachusetts) will be eligible for enrollment should additional spaces remain after all sibling and regional applicants have been placed.  

For the 2024-2025 school year 100 spaces will be offered for Kindergarten and students at all other grade levels will receive a waiting list number.  Offers for Grades One through Eight would be contingent upon currently enrolled students electing not to return next year. 

The school provides a well-rounded, rigorous academic program designed to educate the whole child providing courses in art, music, languages, technology, and physical education.  In addition to our core academic and co-curricular classes, students in Grade Six through Eight participate in weekly Classical Enrichment Courses and start Latin studies in Grade Six. Middle schoolers are also eligible to participate in our Spring Musical. Students in Grades 5-8 also have the opportunity to participate in overnight field trips each spring.

Round trip bus transportation is available with bus stops currently in Bellingham, Blackstone, Franklin, Norfolk, Mendon, Medway, Milford, Millis, Walpole, and Wrentham. 

BFCCPS alumni continue to excel during their attendance at local public high schools as well as independent high schools. 

Please visit the school's website at www.bfccps.org for enrollment details, including applications.  Enrollment information sessions and building tours will be held on January 20th and February 3 from 10am to noon . Please note that the enrollment period will come to a close on February 14, 2024 at 4pm.

If you'd like to learn more about the educational mission of the school or have enrollment related questions please contact the school's Communication Coordinator, Joanne Basile at jbasile@bfccps.org or 508-541-3434 x104.

Applications Now Open at the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School for the 2024-2025 School Year

About the Benjamin Franklin Charter School

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School's mission is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing students with a classical academic education coupled with sound character development and community service. Our mission is supported by four distinct, yet interconnected pillars that provide for a collaborative, rigorous education for all students. These pillars guide, direct and define the school in all it does

Limited Openings Available at the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School for Grade Eight

July 26, 2022
The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School (BFCCPS), located in Franklin, Massachusetts, has a limited number of openings for students to join the Grade 8 class for the 2023-2024 school year. BFCCPS is a regional public charter school for students in Kindergarten through Grade Eight.  Founded in 1995, BFCCPS is one of the oldest and most successful charter schools in the state of Massachusetts. 

If the number of applications exceeds the number of spaces available, a lottery will be held on August 25th.  As a regional public charter school there is no tuition to be paid if your applicant receives an offer of enrollment. Please note that applications for other grades are not available at this time, but will open on November 1st for the 2024-2025 school year. 

The school provides a well-rounded, rigorous academic program designed to educate the whole child providing courses in art, music, languages, technology, and physical education. The school's integrated character education, community service, and strong parent partnerships, have led to local, state and national recognition. BFCCPS alumni continue to excel during their attendance at local public high schools as well as independent high schools. 

Please visit the school's website  for enrollment details, including applications.   

If you'd like to learn more about the educational mission of the school or have enrollment related questions please contact the school's Communication Coordinator, Joanne Basile at jbasile@bfccps.org or 508-541-3434 x104.

About the Benjamin Franklin Charter School

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School's mission is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing students with a classical academic education coupled with sound character development and community service. Our mission is supported by four distinct, yet interconnected pillars that provide for a collaborative, rigorous education for all students. These pillars guide, direct and define the school in all it does.

 

Limited Openings Available at the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School for Grade Eight

Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School schedules High School Fair - Sep 20

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School is pleased to announce the return of our High School Fair which will be held on September 20 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the BFCCPS Learning Commons located at 500 Financial Park. 

The event is open to 8th grade students both at BFCCPS and from local schools as well. Please note that a parent or guardian must accompany all students for the duration of the event.

Students are invited to pick up brochures and applications, ask about fall open house dates and speak directly with representatives and current students of the schools that will be in attendance.

Families, please submit this form to let us know if you will be attending.  https://forms.gle/C6vXp6XfnQCHAj9R7

Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School schedules High School Fair - Sep 20

Shared from the Charter School page -> 

https://www.bfccps.org/apps/events/event.jsp?eREC_ID=3947494&d=2023-09-20&id=0

Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School Receives National Recognition for Commitment to Empowering Students

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School (BFCCPS) announced today (May 11, 2023) that it has been recognized as a 2022-23 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School. It is one of 212 middle schools across the U.S. to receive this honor for providing broad access to transformative learning experiences for students through PLTW Gateway. PLTW is a nonprofit organization that serves millions of PreK-12 students and teachers in schools across the U.S.  

“When BFCCPS expanded our STEM program was a new feature of our school. Project Lead the Way has been a wonderful addition to our curriculum that has helped define the space and program, inspiring students to work creatively to solve complex challenges, and embrace the best aspects of a classical approach to education.” - Joe Perna, BFCCPS Head of School

The PLTW Distinguished School recognition honors schools committed to increasing student access, engagement, and achievement in their PLTW programs. To be eligible for the designation, BFCCPS had to meet a variety of criteria such as a certain percentage of the student body participating in PLTW Gateway, participate in two or more units during their time at school, offer at least one PLTW Gateway unit at each grade level, and have strategies in place to ensure equitable access to students.

• Have more than 50 percent of the student body participating during the 2021-22 school year
• Have 25 percent of students advancing to high school participate in two or more units during their time at the school
• Offer at least one PLTW Gateway unit at each grade level
• Have strategies in place that support reasonably proportional representation with regard to race, ethnicity, poverty, and/or gender

Research shows that the middle grades play a pivotal role in influencing high school, college, and career success. During this transitional time, it’s crucial to provide students with access to relevant, engaging, and real-world learning experiences that illuminate the range of career paths and possibilities available to them. Whether designing an automated robotics system or solving a mysterious disease outbreak, PLTW Gateway students engage in critical and creative thinking, build teamwork skills, and develop a passion for and confidence in STEM subjects.

“We are proud to recognize the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School for their commitment to providing students with exceptional educational experiences while ensuring equitable access to PLTW programs,” said Dr. David Dimmett, PLTW President and CEO. "We congratulate them on this achievement and celebrate their important work empowering students with the knowledge and skills to succeed, not only in STEM subjects, but also more generally in life and career."

Nine students in our Grade Eight program will be representing BFCCPS in a Project Lead the Way Showcase on May 19th at the Reggie Lewis Center in Boston. Three teams all created their own Apps on MIT App Inventor to show to industry experts. Students are now in the process of creating a tri fold board to explain their design process. This is a huge event with over 1,000 students. 

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School is part of a community of PreK-12 schools, colleges and universities, and corporate and philanthropic partners across the country united around a passion for providing students with inspiring, engaging, and empowering learning opportunities. For more information about PLTW’s recognition program, visit pltw.org.   

BFCCPS Receives National Recognition for Commitment to Empowering Students

About Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School's mission is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing students with a classical academic education coupled with sound character development and community service. Our mission is supported by four distinct, yet interconnected pillars that provide for a collaborative, rigorous education for all students. These pillars guide, direct and define the school in all it does. For more information visit our website at www.bfccps.org 

About Project Lead The Way (PLTW)

Project Lead The Way (PLTW) is a mission-driven organization that is transforming the learning experience for millions of PreK-12 students and thousands of teachers across the U.S. PLTW empowers students to develop in-demand, transportable knowledge and skills through pathways in computer science, engineering, and biomedical science. PLTW’s teacher training and resources support teachers as they engage their students in real-world learning. Approximately 12,200 elementary, middle, and high schools in all 50 states and the District of Columbia offer PLTW programs. For more information on Project Lead The Way, visit pltw.org.

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School Middle School Musical Show Dates

Join the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School for 

"The Lightning Thief, The Percy Jackson Musical"
Show Dates: March 3rd and 4th

The Fine and Performing Arts Department at the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School is pleased to announce upcoming performances of "The Lightning Thief, The Percy Jackson Musical" to be held in the school's Learning Commons at 500 Financial Park in Franklin. 

Performances will be held on Friday, March 3rd from 7–9:30 PM and Saturday, March 4th from 2–4:30 PM and March 4th from 7-9:30 PM. The public is invited and welcomed to attend the show! Tickets are priced at $17 for adults and $13 senior citizens and students. Tickets are available online at www.bfccps.org.  

Middle School Musical Show Dates

"As the half-blood son of a Greek god, Percy Jackson has newly-discovered powers he can't control, a destiny he doesn't want, and a mythology textbook's worth of monsters on his trail. When Zeus's master lightning bolt is stolen and Percy becomes the prime suspect, he has to find and return the bolt to prove his innocence and prevent a war between the gods. But to succeed on his quest, Percy will have to do more than catch the thief. He must travel to the Underworld and back; solve the riddle of the Oracle, which warns him of betrayal by a friend; and come to terms with the father who abandoned him. Adapted from the best-selling book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan and featuring a thrilling original rock score, 'The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical' is an action-packed mythical adventure "worthy of the gods" (Time Out New York).

The production is under the direction of BFCCPS's Fine and Performing Arts Director Mr. Christopher Heater with a cast comprised of 32 students in grades Six through Eight. The cast is supported by a live orchestra and a dedicated 23 member backstage student crew.

  

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School has been in operation since 1995 and provides a well-rounded, rigorous academic program designed to educate the whole child. BFCCPS's educational philosophy, which is centered around strong core academic subjects, as well as yearlong courses in art, music, languages, technology, and physical education, integrated character education and community service, and strong parent partnerships, has led to local, state and national recognition. 

 

If you'd like to learn more about the educational mission of the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School please contact the school's Marketing Coordinator, Joanne Basile, at jbasile@bfccps.org or 508-541-3434 x104.

Adaptive Hockey Games at BFCCPS scheduled for week of Dec 5

Students in Grades six through eight at the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School will participate in an adaptive sport called Volt Hockey during the week of December 5th.  

"Volt Hockey, played in power wheelchairs in Europe and Canada, came for the first time to the United States with chairs to Boston on November 8, 2021. There are very few sports that allow individuals with disabilities with both upper and lower body mobility impairments to compete. Volt Hockey, being brought by the nonprofit Boston Self Help Center, is expected to excite and encourage individuals with disabilities to play this indoor, 4 on 4, street hockey like game. Expectations are high that this will then spread across New England and the United States as did a similar sport that the nonprofit sponsors, power wheelchair soccer." (source: https://bostonselfhelpcenter.org/adaptive-sports)

The opportunity has been coordinated by Helena and Helge Liedtke, parents of two BFCCPS students and founders of SPace2Thrive,as well as Christopher Heater the Director of Co-Curricular Education and the Physical Education Coaches Patrick Anderson, Julie Bradley and Marjorie Burke.  Equipment has been donated for the event courtesy of the Boston Self Help Center and Boston Whiplash team.  You can learn more about this adaptive sports program on this flyer

Volt Hockey wheelchair

This activity has been arranged to help all students feel included, most especially BFCCPS' own Vivienne Liedkte, a member of the BFCCPS Grade 8 class who shares. "I love Volt Hockey because I am free to be myself and I feel like I can actually do something good as an equal team member."

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School is an inclusive, vibrant learning community where integrity, knowledge and resourcefulness define our students and empower them to serve the greater community with confidence.  As part of our school's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) and in line with our school's pillar of character education, we are thrilled to offer this opportunity to our students as a demonstration of the virtues of both justice and fortitude.  

You can learn more about  SPace2Thrive and their mission to create spaces where children with and without disabilities and their families can connect and engage in a way that creates an environment of compassion and equality for everyone to thrive, learn from each other and grow beyond limitations. (source: http://www.space2thrive.org/mission)

About the Benjamin Franklin Charter School

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School's mission is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing students with a classical academic education coupled with sound character development and community service. Our mission is supported by four distinct, yet interconnected pillars that provide for a collaborative, rigorous education for all students. These pillars guide, direct and define the school in all it does. www.bfccps.org

Franklin Cultural District features the seasonal sounds of #artshappenhere in all its glory this time around

So much happening as we get into the heart of October. Pumpkins, touch-a-truck, story walk, trail walk, fund raising walk, Ladybug 5K, Diwali Celebration, along with live music at the Farmers Market and elsewhere. Dean has their installation ceremony and Homecoming weekend. FPAC performs The Sound of Music. Franklin has the seasonal sounds of #artshappenhere in all its glory this time around.

Wednesday, October 12

11:00am - Franklin Q&A with Steve Sherlock (hybrid event, Senior Center)

12:00pm - Fall Storywalk (DelCarte Recreation)

The pumpkin patch returns to St John's for October!

4:00pm - Pumpkin Patch Sale (St John’s Episcopal)

7:00pm - St Mary's Women's Faith Formation Group (virtual event - St Mary’s Church)

Thursday, October 13

12:00pm - Fall Storywalk (DelCarte Recreation)

4:00pm - Pumpkin Patch Sale (St John’s Episcopal)

6:00pm - Dave Penza (live music) (La Cantina Winery)

Friday, October 14 

4:30pm - Papalias Pizza (Wood-Fired mobile pizza truck) (67 Degrees Brewery)

5:30pm - Scott Damgaard (Solo acoustic guitarist) (67 Degrees Brewery)

12:00pm - Fall Storywalk (DelCarte Recreation)

2:00pm - Farmers Market  (Town Common)

2:00pm - Matt Zajac (live music)  (Town Common)

2:30pm - Installation Ceremony - Dean President & Chancellor (Dean College)

4:00pm - Pumpkin Patch Sale (St John’s Episcopal)

6:00pm - Sioo (La Cantina Winery)

7:00pm - FPAC presents The Sound of Music (THE BLACK BOX)

Saturday, October 15

Dean College Homecoming Weekend

5:30pm -  Northeast Groove (67 Degrees Brewery)

9:00am - Friends of the Poor Walk - St VdP (Town Common)

10:00am - Pumpkin Patch Sale (St John’s Episcopal)

10:00am - Touch a Truck (DPW Way)

10:00am - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

11:00am - Fall Foliage Hike (Rail Trail Cmte - SNETT, Grove St)

11:00am - Diwali Celebration (Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter School)

12:00pm - Fall Storywalk (DelCarte Recreation)

4:00pm - AK Cody (live music) (La Cantina Winery)

7:00pm - FPAC presents The Sound of Music (THE BLACK BOX)

Sunday, October 16

Dean College Homecoming Weekend

8:30am - Ladybug 5K (Kennedy Elementary School)

10:00am - Howl-o-Ween Dog Costume Party (Dacey Fields)

La Cantina Winery

12:00pm - Pumpkin Patch Sale (St John’s Episcopal)

12:00pm - Fall Storywalk (DelCarte Recreation)

12:00pm - Caribbean Press (67 Degrees Brewery)

1:00pm - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

2:00pm - FPAC presents The Sound of Music (THE BLACK BOX)

Monday, October 17

12:00pm - Fall Storywalk (DelCarte Recreation)

4:00pm - Pumpkin Patch Sale (St John’s Episcopal)

6:00pm - Rising Star Cabaret auditions (THE BLACK BOX)

Tuesday, October 18

12:00pm - Fall Storywalk (DelCarte Recreation)

4:00pm - Pumpkin Patch Sale (St John’s Episcopal)

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The Franklin Art Association Art Gallery remains open during business hours at Escape into Fiction (Main St, Franklin)

Find the full Community event calendar  https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

The Cultural calendar displays only the cultural events    https://www.franklinculture.org/things-do/pages/calendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6

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