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Monday, July 13, 2026

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Monday, July 13, 2026 ???

Monday, July 13

7:00pm Franklin Democratic Town Committee (Franklin TV and Radio Studio)

7:00pm Summer Concert Series: Folk, Rock & Blues (Franklin Senior Center)

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 ***

Horace Mann Legacy Subcommittee

Monday, July 13 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-2401

Planning Board Meeting

Monday, July 13 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-2411

250th Anniversary Celebration Committee Meeting

Monday, July 13 Time: 7:30 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-2407

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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, July 7, 2026

“Viva Las Elvis” appearing at THE BLACK BOX, Saturday, July 11

Experience the iconic sights and sounds of The King in concert with New England’s premier Elvis Presley tribute show, “Viva Las Elvis”, starring national award-winning tribute artist Dan Fontaine and featuring the Memphis Sun Mafia Band!

Enjoy the very best of Elvis’ legendary concert tours recreated LIVE with authenticity and flare!

See the tribute show that has New England all shook up, Viva Las Elvis!

This Saturday!

Tickets at THEBLACKBOXonline.com or by calling the box office at 508-528-3370!

Shared from - https://www.instagram.com/p/DaccSrguJ8g/

Monday, July 6, 2026

New schedule for the 2026-2027 Circle of Friends Coffeehouse is available

The 2026-2027 concert season looks to be a good one!

New schedule for the Circle of Friends Coffeehouse is available

Tickets available online at circlefolk.org/

Sunday, June 21, 2026

THE BLACK BOX Sings Series returns in August

Back by popular demand!

THE BLACK BOX Sings… Series returns outside under the stars this summer with 2 special concerts! Tickets on sale soon at THEBLACKBOXonline.com or by calling the box office at 508-528-3370!

THE BLACK BOX Sings… Céline Dion on August 8th at 7:30pm at THE BLACK BOX outside under the stars! A cast of Franklin Performing Arts Company favorites will pay tribute to the legendary vocalist!

THE BLACK BOX Sings… Finding Nemo the Musical on August 21st and 22nd at 7:30pm at THE BLACK BOX outside under the stars! A cast of Franklin Performing Arts Company favorites will pay tribute to the beloved Pixar film through the songs of the theme-park musical adaptation by the songwriting team behind Frozen!  

Audiences will also enjoy an opening set of Disney classics sung by students from the Franklin School for the Performing Arts!

Table seating and general seating are available. In case of inclement weather, the events will be moved inside.

Tickets available online - https://theblackboxonline.com/

Saturday, June 20, 2026

Garden Of Hedon scheduled to perform at THE BLACK BOX, Saturday, June 20 at 7:30 PM

Vintage style psychedelic blues rock with just a shot of punk rock attitude. Theswagger of The Stones, meets the sophistication of The Beatles, combined with the power of Led Zeppelin, and the eclectic weirdness of early David Bowie and Alice Cooper.

Garden Of Hedon scheduled to perform at
THE BLACK BOX, Saturday, June 20 at 7:30 PM

Matt Zajac: Lead Vocals, Background Vocals, Acoustic Guitar |

William James Donovan: Bass Guitar, Background Vocals |

Steven Serra: Electric Guitar |

Tim Corrigan: Electric Guitar |

Kevin Meaney: Slide Guitar |

Johnny Keys: Piano, Organ, Keyboard |

Tim Provost: Drums

Come see what’s growing in the Garden Of Hedon!

TICKETS = $20 presale, $25 at door https://theblackboxonline.com/garden-of-hedon/

Sunday, June 7, 2026

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Sunday, June 7 2026 ???

Sunday, June 7

8:00am PMC Kids Ride (Washington St School)

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

2:00pm ONCE (THE BLACK BOX)

6:30pm T.3 in Concert (THE BLACK BOX)

*** 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

Saturday, May 23, 2026

Electric Youth schedule their annual Bon Voyage Show for June 26

via Electric Youth

"Tickets are on sale NOW for our Bon Voyage Show @theblackboxfranklin !! Rock out with us and the Boston Show Band on June 26th at 7:30 PM before we depart on our 2026 European Tour!

🎟️ THEBLACKBOXonline.com | 508-528-3370

📸 @vicariostudio "

Shared from - https://www.instagram.com/p/DYaZfBPxmvO/

Friday, May 1, 2026

Dean College Vocal Ensemble Concert scheduled for Sunday, May 3

Dean College Vocal Ensemble Concert
scheduled for Sunday, May 3

"Don’t forget to visit @dcvocalensemble before they break for the summer season! "

Shared from - https://www.instagram.com/p/DXwwKyfD9tI/

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Boston Typewriter orchestra returns to the Franklin Public Library Saturday, April 25

The array of typewriters and other
mechanical instruments from last year

"It’s time for different type of music in a whole new key! The Boston Typewriter Orchestra (BTO) is a collective performance of rhythmic typewriter manipulation. Enjoy music, comedy, and satire while exploring the definition of ‘musical instrument’.

Funding for this program is provided by, The Franklin Cultural District, a local agency funded by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency."

Saturday, April 25 at 2 PM

I had the opportunity to be at their performance last year, it is worth coming back for another entertaining performance.

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/1C2y1granK/

Monday, April 20, 2026

Lions All State Band concert scheduled for Monday, April 20

"Need your help. Donate and attend concert.

These students will be working hard and are looking forward to the performance."

To donate - https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/lion-all-state-band

To buy tickets for this concert -

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-ma-lions-all-state-band-concert

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dwziy194U/

Saturday, April 11, 2026

Donald Krishnaswami talks about the LiveARTS String Quartet Concert scheduled for May 17 (audio)

FM #1713 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1713 in the series.

This session shares my discussion with Donald Krishnaswami. We had our discussion in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Monday, April 6, 2026

We discussed the LiveARTS String Quartet and their next concert set for May 17, 2026 at the Historical Museum at 3 PM.

We talk about

Website now available, likely to sell out
Tickets and /or donations through website
About the program and performers
Nature of live music, chamber music

The recording runs about 20 minutes, so let’s listen in.

Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1713-livearts-string-quartet-concert-may-17-04-06-26/

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LiveArts String Quartet https://www.liveartsstringquartet.org/

Press release link - https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/04/the-livearts-string-quartet-returns-to.html

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Friday, April 10, 2026

The LiveARTS String Quartet returns to Franklin to perform a program of beloved classical masterworks - May 17

The Franklin-based LiveARTS String Quartet is pleased to announce that it will appear in concert on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 3:00 at the Franklin Historical Museum, 80 West Central St. in Franklin. Tickets may be purchased at liveartsstringquartet.org. A sold-out house is anticipated, so patrons are encouraged to reserve their tickets early to be guaranteed a seat. The program will include masterworks by Haydn, Mendelssohn, and Schumann.

Founded in 2009 by violist Donald Krishnaswami, the LiveARTS String Quartet features some of the Boston area's finest professional string players.

The members of the Quartet include Gregory Vitale and Katherine Winterstein, violins, Donald Krishnaswami, viola, and Jan Müller-Szeraws, cello. The Quartet is funded in part by a grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, and by donations from individuals and local businesses.

Born of Franklin’s popular LiveARTS concert series, the group served as the organization's string quartet-in-residence from 2009 until LiveARTS' dissolution in 2025. For twenty-five years, LiveARTS brought world-class classical chamber music performances to the Franklin community. Now operating independently, the LiveARTS String Quartet is working to bring a regular season of exceptional live performances to audiences in Franklin and other southwestern suburbs of Boston, maintaining the high artistic standards established during its time with LiveARTS.

Join the LiveARTS String Quartet in concert on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM at the Franklin Historical Museum, 80 West Central Street, Franklin. Tickets may be purchased at liveartsstringquartet.org.

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Reminder: Vance Gilbert concert at Circle of Friends Coffeehouse, April 11

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Vance Gilbert

April 11, 2026
7:30 PM $25

Doors open at 7:00 pm.

Vance Gilbert is an acclaimed singer-songwriter known for his warm, soulful voice, sharp wit, and genre-blending songwriting that moves easily between folk, jazz, blues, and R&B. A longtime favorite on the national folk circuit, he has captivated audiences for decades with songs that are both deeply thoughtful and delightfully funny. Whether delivering a tender ballad or an off-the-cuff story, Gilbert brings a rare combination of musical excellence, heart, and irresistible stage presence.

Upcoming Shows

Susan Werner, May 9

Circle of Friends Coffeehouse · First Universalist Society · 262 Chestnut St · Franklin, MA 02038 · USA

Monday, March 30, 2026

Vance Gilbert scheduled to perform at the Circle of Friends Coffeehouse - April 11, 7:30 PM