The Annual Milford 5K & Kids Dash - September 19, 2026

The Annual Milford 5K & Kids Dash - September 19, 2026

Runner/ Walker: $20.00 ($25.00 for day of race registration on site)

Kid's Dash: $10.00

Proceeds from race benefit Massachusetts Special Olympics

Location: Milford High School at 31 Fountain St. Race will start at end at the entrance to the gymnasium (located at the back of the school)

Registration - 8:00am (Day of Registration Fee is $25)

Kids Dash - 8:30am

Race - 9:00am

Awards - 10:15am

Awards presented to top Male and Female finishers in 7 divisions: Under 19, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

Course Route

Start at back parking lot of High School (near gym entrance). Out front driveway, right onto West Fountain Street, left onto Congress Street, left onto North Vine Street, left onto Highland Street, left onto West Fountain Street and right into the first entrance of the high school, then left into road leading to gymnasium entrance.

Register at the link before 9/14/26 - https://fundraise.specialolympicsma.org/events/1048

15th Annual Rail Trail Race Raises Over $8,000 for Trail Improvements

The Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee (FBRTC) is thrilled to announce the successful completion of the 5K race hosted by the Tri-Valley Front Runners (TVFR), which raised over $8,000 to support trail improvements. 

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to TVFR, and especially to Mark Capparella, the TVFR race director, and his team for their unwavering support and exceptional organization of this event. At the most recent FBRTC meeting, Mark and the TVFR team presented FBRTC President Paul Stamp & FBRTC race director Sue Fleuette with a donation of $6,016. That donation will go towards the committee’s efforts to advocate for continued development and maintenance of the Southern New England Trunkline Trail (SNETT). 

TVFR also donated race proceeds to the Franklin Food Pantry in Franklin and St Blaise Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry in Bellingham. Along with the donation from TVFR, over $2,500 in donations were received from from local businesses, including the event’s Platinum Sponsor, Body Fit Training (BFT) Franklin Village

Pictured: Darren McNamara (FBRTC), Mark Capparella, Anthony Landry, Jill Duhaime (TVFR President), Michael Dalesio, Stephen Sullivan, Paul Stamp (FBRTC), Sue Fleuette (FBRTC)

The Tri-Valley Front Runners, the premier running organization in the Tri-Valley region, took over the production of this race in 2019 when Dave Labonte, the former director, stepped down. Steve Pohnert, a member of both FBRTC and TVFR, facilitated this transition, and since then, TVFR has continuously supported our cause. The event resumed with a virtual race in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by an in-person road race in 2022, and in 2023, we successfully hosted our first trail race.

TVFR, founded in the early 1980s, is an all-inclusive, vibrant running club that welcomes runners of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. They organize a variety of events, including road races, trail runs, track workouts, and group training runs, fostering a sense of community and promoting healthy living. For more information about TVFR, visit Tri-Valley Front Runners.

The FBRTC is a non-profit organization dedicated to the use and development of the SNETT. Our mission is to create, promote, and maintain a safe and accessible trail system that benefits the communities of Franklin and Bellingham. Learn more about our efforts at Franklin Bellingham Rail Trail.

The May 16th 5K race saw a total of 177 finishers, just shy of the record 184 finishers in the 2024 race. The success of this event is a testament to the hard work and collaboration between our volunteers and the TVFR team, including community volunteers and TVFR members who participated in the race.

We would like to acknowledge and congratulate our top finishers: Daniel Kurczy of Bellingham, who won the overall men’s category, and Bethany Prostano of New York who won the overall women’s category. A total of 58 medals were awarded across various age groups, celebrating the spirit and competitiveness of all participants. Full race results can be found at 2026 FBRTC 5K Results.

The next race is scheduled for Saturday, May 15, 2027. We look forward to another successful event and continued support from our community. For more information on how to get involved or support the FBRTC, please visit our website.

Save the date for a Night at the Museum - Sept 18

Friends, 

Summer has a way of flying by...

Before vacations end, backpacks come out, and calendars fill up, we have one date we'd love for you to save.

• Friday, September 18
• 7:00–10:00 PM
• Children's Museum of Franklin

This isn't your typical night out.

It's our biggest celebration of the year – a colorful, joy-filled evening of food, drinks, music, surprises, and playful fun, all in support of Children's Museum of Franklin.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now for $100 per person – adults-only, space is limited.

Your evening includes:

🍕 Delicious food from Rail Trail Flatbread Co.

🍹 Beer, wine & signature drinks

🎶 Great music and dancing

🎁 Fun prizes and surprises throughout the night

🌈 A colorful celebration you'll only find at the Museum

Our theme this year is a Color Party! We invite you to wear your favorite joyful shade – red, orange, yellow, green, blue, or purple – and help us fill the Museum with every color of the rainbow.

Tickets are limited, and September has a funny way of sneaking up on all of us. Reserve your spot now, then get back to enjoying your summer – we'll take care of the party.

Want your business to stand out in full color? Sponsorships for A Night at the Museum are available and help support passes, programs, and play through exhibits at the Museum.

We can't wait to celebrate with you! 

Coming soon to the Hockomock YMCA, another Splash Park (with your help!)

"Be a splash park hero!

A new Splash Park is coming to our Hurley Family Branch, and we need your help to make it happen!

Every gift makes a splash. Give today! - https://givebutter.com/Give-Splashpark"

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Light Up the Park for Oliver - Aug 22 at King St Memorial Park

Next Wednesday, July 22nd, after our High School Summer League basketball games at King Street Park—a league Oliver was a proud participant in—we will be spending the rest of the evening celebrating Oliver at the place he loved. 🏀✨

Oliver loved spending his days playing basketball with his friends at King Street Park. We want to gather to honor his life, so please come join us and share your favorite memories of Oliver.

Come as you are to shoot some hoops, hang out, and remember him together.

📍 Where: King Street Memorial Park

⏰ When: Wednesday, July 22nd from 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM (right after the summer league games)

🧺 What to bring: A blanket/something soft to sit on, a candle or lantern to light up the park, and a story about him you’d like to share.

There will be a snack stand and the C&C Ice Cream Truck on-site, with proceeds from the night going directly to the scholarship fund in Oliver’s name. 🍦❤️

Held with love, for Oliver—and for everyone who misses him. Please share and help us spread the word!

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Best wishes to the Food Pantry Falmouth Road Race Team

via Franklin Food Pantry

"We are incredibly grateful to this year’s Pantry Race Team as they prepare for the Falmouth Road Race on August 16!

(L-R) Chris, Jack, Leila, Michael, Catherine, Jim, Oona, Captain Amber

Shoutout to Team Captain Amber, Michael, Catherine, Jack, Chris, Leila, Oona, and Jim, who are hitting the pavement to help feed our community.

100% of their fundraising efforts directly support the Franklin Food Pantry and our neighbors in need. Please help them reach their fundraising goal!

Click here to back the team and make a donation today. https://bit.ly/4vwRSJh

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FHS boys soccer fund raiser at La Cantina, Weds, Aug 26

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Reminder: Franklin Police Annual Golf Tournament - Aug 31, 2026

Mark your calendars for August 31, 2026 and join us at Franklin Country Club for a great day of golf, community, and giving back!

This isn’t just a tournament—it’s our ONLY annual fundraiser, and it directly supports so much in our community, including:

• Scholarships for Franklin High School seniors
• Local youth sports teams
• Events like the annual luncheon at the Senior Center
• Supplemental support for our holiday toy drive
• …and more

Scan the QR code OR register here:   https://birdease.com/35204

✔️ Register your foursome

✔️ Explore sponsorship opportunities

✔️ Make a donation if you’d like to support the cause

Whether you’re playing, sponsoring, or donating—every bit makes a difference right here in Franklin.

Grab your friends, swing for a cause, and help us continue giving back to the community we’re proud to serve 

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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, July 9, 2026 ???

Thursday, July 9

6:00pm Falmouth Race Team Fund Raiser (La Cantina Winery)

6:30pm LGBTQ Alliance ice cream social (Franklin TV and Radio)

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, July 9 Time: 2:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-2400

Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School Meeting

Thursday, July 9 Time: 7:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/Benjamin-Franklin-Classical-Charter-Publ-40/?#_07012026-2396

Cultural District Committee Meeting

Thursday, July 9 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-2395

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Meeting

Thursday, July 9 Time: 7:30 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-2392

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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

Christmas in July, Greeting Card Fund Raiser for Hope Survives

Brain injury changes lives. At Hope Survives, we're committed to making sure no one has to navigate that journey alone.

That's why we're excited to bring back our 2025 Greeting Card Collection for a special Christmas in July fundraiser!💌

Featuring artwork created by members of the brain injury community, each card represents creativity, connection, and the power of being seen and supported.

Every purchase helps Hope Survives continue providing programs, resources, and community for people living with brain injury and the families who walk alongside them.💙

✨ Available July 8-25

A quick note: these cards feature artwork from our 2025 collection. Submissions for our 2026 collection have recently closed, and that collection will be released later this fall.

Thank you for helping us create a community where people going through brain injury know they are not alone.

Peruse and consider purchasing - https://hopesurvives.org/store/p/hope-survives-greeting-card-collection

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Franklin Matters-Franklin Matters Weekly is proud to sponsor the Falmouth Fund Raiser at La Cantina Thursday, July 9

"Join us for an evening of community and celebration at our upcoming fundraiser:

When: Thursday, July 9, from 6 to 8 PM
Where: La Cantina Winery (230 Cottage St., Franklin, MA)
Tickets: $35 per person

What’s Included? Your $35 ticket includes a complimentary beverage of your choice, delicious small bites, live music and a chance to win fun giveaways.

This event is presented by Franklin Matters. Space at the event is limited. Don’t miss out on a great night an even greater cause.

Purchase your tickets today, cheer on our runners, and help us make a lasting impact."

Tickets can be purchased - https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/falmouthroadrace/

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Save the date: July 29, for Music Boosters Support Night

Save the Date!

Want to support Franklin's student musicians in a simple but meaningful way?

Join us on Wednesday, July 29, for the David French Music Training Night! This training helps prepare volunteers to assist with instrument distribution for elementary and middle school music students.

Whether you're a current music family, an alum, or simply someone who believes in the value of music education, we'd love to have you join us.

If you're interested in attending, please fill out this quick form so we can keep you updated with event details:   https://forms.gle/WXUK361cA8gjW2f66

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4th of July Coalition could use your help funding the festivities

Please support the event DONATE or
https://franklin-july-4th-coalition-2.snwbll.com/2024-july-4th

Like many events that are "Franklin" based, the Town of Franklin does not provide funding for the 4th of July celebration. It is a total volunteer and donation funded effort.

Which means you can help!

Join the sponsors listed!

Consider supporting the sponsors with your business !!

Please support the event DONATE or https://franklin-july-4th-coalition-2.snwbll.com/2024-july-4th

Have you bought your Fourth of July Lanterns from the Franklin MA Lions Club ???

The Franklin MA Lions Club are selling our

Fourth of July Lanterns again! $15 for a set of three. 

Please message us or email Lion Haley if you would like to purchase a set! 

They make great decorations for the Fourth of July. Venmo, cash or check. 

Thank you so much for your support! 

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10th Annual Franklin High School Boys & Girls Basketball Golf Tournament - Sep 21, 2026

We’re gearing up for our 10th Annual Franklin High School Boys & Girls Basketball Golf Tournament, our biggest fundraiser of the year. This event is critical to funding equipment, uniforms, team bonding events, banquets, player swag, team photos, gifts, and senior scholarships.  

Thank you for your past support by sponsoring or donating to the Franklin High School basketball programs golf tournament. We rely heavily on our community and local businesses to support our programs. Without this support we would not be able to provide for our student athletes.

Sponsorship and Player Registration is live for this year's event that will be held on Monday, September 21st.

If you are able to sponsor or donate to the golf tournament this year please sign up via the link below or email us. Sponsorship opportunities are in the attached flyer as well as found via the registration link.

Additionally, any donation would be greatly appreciated. We are accepting monetary donations as well as gift cards, sporting event tickets or merchandise for our silent auction and raffle. 

Here’s how you can help:

• Golf: Sign up to play in the golf tournament.

• Sponsor: Sign up to sponsor using the link below or by emailing us.

• Donate: Monetary contributions, gift cards, or merchandise for the silent auction and raffle are all appreciated. Email us and we will coordinate players to pick up.

• Promote: Share the attached flyer with other local businesses.

This year we’ve added social media promotion to our sponsorship packages to give local businesses more visibility before and after the event.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Corporate Level ($1,000)

•   Hole Sponsorship
•   Large Logo on Concession Banner
•   *Logo on Tournament Website Home Page
•   1 Golf Foursome

Platinum Level ($500)

• Hole Sponsorship
• Medium Logo on Concession Banner
• *Logo on Tournament Website Home Page
•   Individual Social Media Ad

Gold Level ($300)

•   Hole Sponsorship
•   Small Logo on Concession Banner
•   Social Media Shout Outs

Hole Sponsor ($200)

•   Hole Sponsorship
•   Social Media Shout Outs

To register, donate, or sponsor:

https://fhs-boys-and-girls-basketball-golf-tournament.perfectgolfevent.com  or email us.

*Early sponsorship registration gets your company logo on the tournament website for a longer period of time.

Payment Options:

•Venmo: @FHSBasketballBoostersMA

•Check or Cash: Payable to FHS Boys Basketball Boosters

•Website (3.9% fee applies we kindly prefer Venmo, check, or cash to avoid the fee unless the sponsor chooses to cover the fee)

If you have a gift card or item to donate, just reply to this email, we’ll arrange pickup.

Questions? Contact:

Sean Auld: (508) 208-6410

Sga12012@yahoo.com

Kelly Rys: (978) 502-0382

fhsbasketball@gmail.com

Thank you for your continued support!

FHS Basketball Boosters

Franklin Firefighters Local 2637 3rd Annual Golf Classic - Sep 28, 2026

Join us for a great day on the course while supporting Franklin Firefighters Local 2637 and our commitment to giving back to the community.

📅 September 28th

📍 Franklin Country Club, 672 E. Central Street, Franklin, MA

⏰ 9:00 AM Shotgun Start

📝 Registration begins at 8:00 AM

Your registration includes:

🍔 Lunch & BBQ Dinner

🎟️ Raffles & 50/50 Drawing

👕 Event Shirt

💲 $175 per golfer

💲 $700 per foursome

All proceeds help support the charitable efforts of Franklin Firefighters Local 2637, allowing us to continue contributing to organizations, events, and causes throughout our community.

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and submit payment. Team spots will not be reserved until full payment is received.

For more information, contact:

📞 Victor DaCosta – (508) 789-1777

📧 vdacosta10@yahoo.com

📞 JD DeSouza – (508) 889-6958

📧 jdesouza14@gmail.com

Children's Museum of Franklin celebrates success of their first "Play Fore the Kids" Golf Tournament - June 15

All - what a day! Between the near-perfect weather, enthusiastic golfers, dedicated volunteers, and incredible community spirit, we couldn't have imagined a better way to launch what we hope will become a beloved annual tradition.

Most importantly, because of sponsors like you, Play Fore the Kids was more than a great day on the course - it was an investment in children and families from our greater region. Your support helps advance the Children's Museum of Franklin's mission to empower children and families to discover, imagine, and grow together through play and exploration.

"Play Fore the Kids" Golf Tournament - June 15

Launching a first-year event requires partners who are willing to believe in the vision before the tradition exists. We are deeply grateful that you chose to be one of those partners. Your sponsorship helped create an experience that brought together community leaders, local businesses, families, and supporters, all united around the power of play.

Since opening our doors last September, the Museum has welcomed nearly 60,000 visitors from more than 500 communities across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and beyond. Every day, we see children making new discoveries, families creating meaningful memories, and connections being built. Your support makes these moments possible.

Thank you for helping us make year one such a success. We are honored to have you as part of the Children's Museum of Franklin community, and we hope to welcome you back to Play Fore the Kids next year.

Until then, we hope you'll stop by the Museum to see firsthand the impact of your support. We'd love to show you what you've helped make possible.

Photos: https://gallery.kaylajeancreative.com/cmfplayforekidscharitygolfday/prescramble/ (three galleries - registration, active play, sponsored holes) Keep an eye on Children's Museum of Franklin social channels to see posts that feature your support!

Gratefully,

The Children's Museum of Franklin team

3rd Annual Celebration of Life Pin Fun Run & Fireworks Festival - June 20 (video)

For Kids' Sake Foundation hosts its annual community fundraising 5K and fireworks festival--this year's 5K features a first-of-its-kind collectible enamel pin experience along the race route, including a limited-edition collaboration pin with An Unlikely Story, the Plainville bookstore owned by Diary of a Wimpy Kid creator Jeff Kinney. 

The starting line in 2025 (courtesy photo)

The evening also includes: live music, food and drink vendors, festival games, silent auction & raffle prizes, and an incredible professional fireworks finale

All proceeds fund CAR-T cancer research at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Seattle Children's Hospital. 

Free fireworks and festival admission for all.

Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 5–11 PM

Field of Dreams, 80 School Street, Plainville, MA 02762

Register, donate, or learn more: forkidssakefoundation.org/5k2026

PMC Kids Ride marked their 20th anniversary in Franklin on June 7, 2026

PMC Kids Ride in Franklin on June 7, 2026 marked the 20th anniversary of the event, part of a statewide movement of young cyclists helping fund life-saving cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

What began two decades ago with siblings Olivia Garrity and Jack Marchioni riding through a rainstorm in Medfield and turning that moment into a simple idea that Franklin should have its own PMC Kids Ride has since grown into one of the region’s largest events. Today, the founding spirit has come full circle, with Olivia now a parent herself and still closely connected to the ride she helped inspire.

Katie and Joe Clark - pedal hard (Hollywood Agency photo)

Across Franklin and beyond, hundreds of children ages 2 to 15 participate each summer, collectively reinforcing a powerful message: you are never too young to make a difference. The impact is substantial. Since the PMC Kids program began in 2005, young riders have raised more than $12 million for Dana-Farber. Across the broader Pan-Mass Challenge community, contributions have surpassed $1.125 billion since 1980.

Jen Lyons, a Franklin teacher and longtime PMC Kids Ride participant, started with PMC 14 years ago. A few years back, she and another elementary school teacher started a friendly competition to see who could recruit more students for the ride. One year, she even recruited 70 students!

The Franklin PMC Kids Ride stands as a living example of community-driven impact and proof that small riders can help drive enormous change.

Have you got your tickets to the La Cantina Fundraiser to Support The Pantry on July 9 ??

This August, the Franklin Food Pantry Falmouth Road Race Team will hit the pavement, tackling the iconic 7-mile course to raise funds for The Pantry. Every single dollar raised by our runners goes directly toward supporting The Pantry and our neighbors—and you can help them reach their fundraising goal. 

Join the team for an evening of community and celebration at The Pantry’s upcoming fundraiser:

When: Thursday, July 9, from 6 to 8pm

Where: La Cantina Winery (230 Cottage Street, Franklin, MA)

Tickets: $35 per person

What’s Included? 

Your $35 ticket includes a complimentary beverage of your choice, delicious small bites, live music and a chance to win fun giveaways.

Space at the event is limited. Don't miss out on a great night an even greater cause.

Purchase your tickets today, cheer on The Pantry’s race team, and help make a lasting impact.  https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E188424&id=108