What's happening in Franklin, MA: Sunday, April 27, 2025 ???

Sunday, April 27

7:30am All You Can Eat Breakfast (Franklin Rod & Gun Club)

10:00am Earth Day at Fairmont Fruit Farm (Fairmount Fruit Farm)

10:00am Earth Day at DelCarte (Conservation Commission)

11:00am Sunday Brunch (Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub)

11:00am Franklin Fest (Dean College - Pieri Gymnasium) 

11:00am Wayne Dunnebier (live music) (Fairmount Fruit Farm)

1:00pm Antique Appraisal Day (Franklin Historical Museum)

2:00pm Dance Company (Dean College Main Stage Theater)

7:00pm Rehearsal for Distinguished Young Women (Patti Eisenhauer Dance Center)

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-calendars

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, April 26, 2025 ???

Saturday, April 26

9:00am Ladybug Trail Spring Walk (Franklin, MA )

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

9:00am Drug Take Back Day (multiple locations) SAFE Coalition

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free) 

10:00am Favorite Poem Reading (Franklin Public Library)

11:00am Disability Expo (Franklin Senior Center)

11:00am Drug Take Back Day (Wrentham Town Hall)

1:00pm Bacchus Buster (Pour Richard's Wine & Provisions)

1:00pm Spring Carnival (Franklin Public Library)

7:00pm Dance Company (Dean College Main Stage Theater)

7:00pm Michael Rivelis (free concert) (Franklin United Methodist Church)

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-calendars

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, April 25, 2025 ???

Friday, April 25

** Franklin Art Association Art Show and Sale Exhibit (Norfolk Public Library)

9:00am Strong Like a Tree: A Pop-Up Family Yoga Event! (Franklin Public Library)

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

10:30am Toe Jam Puppet Band!  (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

2:00pm Flower Slime  (Franklin Public Library)

6:00pm 1st Annual Comedy for a Cause (cocktail hour) (Walpole Country Club)

7:00pm Karaoke Night (La Cantina Winery)

7:00pm 1st Annual Comedy for a Cause (show)  (Walpole Country Club)

7:00pm Dance Company (Dean College Main Stage Theater)

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-calendars

Sign up for the weekly Dance Fitness class at Kennedy Elementary on Tuesdays

Tuesdays starting April 8th...

Exercise and have fun at the same time! Learn several dance styles while enjoying music from all genres. For information and to register, visit: Community Learning Exercise & Wellness Classes

Lifelong Learning Institute - Franklin Public Schools | 218 Oak Street Room 137 | Franklin, MA 02038 US

Yoga and Dance Fitness start next week

Open for more info!

Do you have fitness goals for 2025? Lifelong Community Learning has you covered with Dance Fitness and multiple yoga classes starting next week. Plus, there are group sports and other options available in February and beyond. Click the link below for all the info. For information and to register, visit: Community Learning Exercise & Wellness Classes

Lifelong Learning Institute - Franklin Public Schools | 218 Oak Street Room 137 | Franklin, MA 02038 US

4TH Annual Feet In Motion Family Halloween Dance Party scheduled for Oct 27

4TH Annual  Family Halloween Dance Party 

"Save the Date -> Sunday, October 27, 1-5 P.M 

For the 4TH Annual Feet In Motion Family Halloween Dance Party 

Lots of Fun Including Dance Demos, TRUNK n TREAT, Games, Prizes & More! 

Be on the lookout for the Trunk or Treat Sign up Link"

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Get Up and Dance!

Country, Ballroom, or LaBlast

"Nobody cares if you can't dance well. Just get up and dance." Take this advice from the great dancer Martha Graham and sign up for one of our fall dance classes! For information and to register, visit: Community Learning Exercise & Wellness Classes

Lifelong Learning Institute - Franklin Public Schools | 218 Oak Street Room 137 | Franklin, MA 02038 US

If you need an excuse to try a dance class how about this Lake Street Dive performance of their song "Dance with a Stranger" ->  https://youtu.be/n_h4E0AsaJw?si=aS3vKRB_o3Dt3Hfc

Dean College Announces Formation of the Schools of Performing Arts

Dean College has announced the creation of the Schools of Performing Arts, a dynamic and innovative institution that merges the best elements of the School of the Arts and the Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance. This groundbreaking school will be under the esteemed leadership of Interim Dean, Jim Beauregard, a highly respected 30-year veteran of the Dean faculty, and Interim Assistant Dean, Stephen Tracey-Ursprung, whose commitment to academic excellence and student engagement is unparalleled.

“I am excited to serve as the Interim Dean of the Schools of Performing Arts at Dean,” said Jim Beauregard. “This unique convergence of talents is designed to provide a multifaceted, interdisciplinary approach to performing arts education, offering our students the flexibility to explore and refine their passions with professional rigor. The new Schools of Performing Arts will harness the synergies of theatre, dance, music and arts management into one cohesive unit.”

Experiential Learning & The Dean Difference

At the core of the School of Performing Arts is The Dean Difference, a unique philosophy centered around exceptional student support and engagement. The curriculum will feature innovative and experiential learning opportunities such as:

• Collaborative Productions: Real-world experience through collaborative projects that involve theatre productions, dance performances and musical showcases
• Industry Internships: Partnerships with leading arts organizations to provide students with invaluable, hands-on internship experiences
• Master Classes: Workshops and seminars conducted by industry experts, including notable choreographers, directors and music producers
• Public Performances: Multiple sold-out “Mainstage” performances every semester
• Capstone Projects: Signature senior-level work in a culminating presentation

Continue reading the press release which includes a brief bio on the 2 interim dean's leading this new effort -> https://www.dean.edu/news-events/story/dean-college-announces-formation-of-the-schools-of-performing-arts/

Dean College Announces Formation of the Schools of Performing Arts

Dean College performs Dance Company through Sunday, April 28

"Our final production of the 2023-2024 season, Dance Company, opens tonight and runs through this Sunday! 

Don't miss our incredibly talented dancers performing faculty and guest choreographed works in this exciting performance! 

Award-winning faculty and guest choreographers showcase the impressive talent of our dance majors through a mixed bill of new and restaged dance works, ranging in style from hip-hop to jazz dance, tap to modern and ballet. 

Get your tickets ->  https://ci.ovationtix.com/36211/production/1174832

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Dean College performs Dance Company through Sunday, April 28

Salsa Bachata Class and Social Dance at La Cantina April 24, 2024

"Get ready to spice up your night!  

Join us on April 24 for an thrilling Salsa Bachata Class and Social Dance! 

Let’s kick off the evening with some smooth moves from 7:00-7:30, then groove the night away with our vibrant social dance party. 

Secure your dance class spot now for just $15 and let’s dance the night away!"

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Salsa Bachata Class and Social Dance at La Cantina April 24, 2024

Franklin Husband and Wife Teach Dance for a Good Cause

With Spring in full bloom, Kevin and Anna Balcom are teaching dance to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital. Dance4Dreams, an 8-week introductory West Coast Swing dance series, will be held on Tuesdays beginning April 16  from 7:00 - 8:30 PM through June 4 at the Franklin Elks Lodge located at 1077 Pond Street, Franklin, MA 02038. 100% of proceeds will benefit Boston Children’s Hospital.

Dance Instructors: Anna & Kevin Balcom, with their son Zachary.

Anna Balcom and Kevin Balcom have been dancing collectively for over 40 years. Anna, a Franklin resident, dances Classical, Contemporary Ballet, Salsa, Latin Ballroom, Modern Jive, and West Coast Swing. Kevin, a lifelong MA resident, started his dance journey in Country Line Dancing, and rapidly became exposed to many other styles, with a competitive and educational focus on West Coast Swing.

This event combines their passion for dance with their deep appreciation for Boston Children’s Hospital. For over 150 years: 

“Boston Children’s Hospital has been dedicated to improving and advancing the health and well-being of children  around the world through its life-changing work in clinical care, biomedical research, medical education and community engagement. Boston Children's is ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News and World Report. 

It is home to the world's largest pediatric research enterprise, and it is the leading recipient of pediatric research funding from the National Institutes of Health. It is the primary pediatric teaching hospital for Harvard Medical School. Boston Children’s treats more children with rare diseases and complex conditions than any other hospital.” -Boston Children’s Hospital.

Anna encourages all to join, “whether you are a beginner or an expert, swing on over for a good cause!”

Ages 16+ are welcome. No prior dance experience or partner required. $15/person per class. Cash preferred. No advance registration required.

For inquires or questions, contact Anna Balcom at 508-808-4675 or visit www.dance4dreams.com.

Franklin Husband and Wife Teach Dance for a Good Cause

Are you going to the family "barn dance"?

Put on your dancing shoes and come on down to the First Universalist Society in Franklin on March 2 for a festive evening! New England Country Dance is a fun, accessible "barn dance" that is suitable for people of all ages, from 4 to 88. Families, college students, teens, and the young at heart are most welcome!

The dancing does not require any previous experience. The dance caller walks everyone on the floor through simple steps, helps the group put them together, and then the music starts. Perfection is not expected -- cooperation and laughter among the dancers make sure that everyone stays mostly on track and has a wonderful time together. 

New England Country Dance

Doors open at 7:00 pm. There will be two sets with a brief intermission in between. Water and comfortable seating will be available should you want to sit out a specific dance. Treats will be available for purchase.

It is highly recommended that tickets be bought in advance since this is anticipated to be a popular evening and only a certain number of dancers can be accommodated. Tickets can be purchased at FUSF.org/Upcoming Events. Admission is $5 for students 13-18, $10 for individuals. Children under 12 are free. Checks or cash will be accepted at the door in addition to electronic payment.        

The First Universalist Society in Franklin (FUSF) is located at 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin MA. If you have questions about this event or FUSF please email info@fusf.org or call 508- 528-5348. FUSF is a Unitarian Universalist Welcoming Congregation.