What's happening in Franklin, MA: Monday, January 19, 2026 ???

Monday, January 19

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Town offices, Library, Senior Center & Schools closed today

**  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

Trash Pickup Schedule 1/19/26 - 1/24/26 (Yes, there is a change due to weather !!! )

Update from Waste Management

Due to the incoming weather pattern, Trash and Recycling will NOT be collected on Monday 1/19/2025. 

Each day this week, trash & recycling curbside collection will be delayed by one day.

Monday's route (1/19/2025) will be collected on Tuesday (1/20/2025). 

Tuesday's route will be collected on Wednesday (1/21/2025). 

This pattern will continue, and conclude with Friday's route (1/23/2025) being collected on Saturday (1/24/2025).

Thank you for your patience.

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/93

If you misplaced the Curbside Recycling flyer, you can find a copy on the Town page to download and print for reference.  Link to Town page for flyer -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1279/Waste-Management-Trash-and-Recycling-Collection-Services-2025-to-2026-PDF

No "scheduled" trash delay due to MLK Day on Monday

I appreciate the confidence in the posted calendar however, given recent history, as you know life happens; I prefer to classify this as "No Scheduled Trash Delay"

No "scheduled" trash delay due to MLK Day on Monday

Shared from -> https://x.com/i/status/2011809621887930653

If you misplaced the Curbside Recycling flyer, you can find a copy on the Town page to download and print for reference.  Link to Town page for flyer -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1279/Waste-Management-Trash-and-Recycling-Collection-Services-2025-to-2026-PDF

Smile Days at the Children’s Museum of Franklin

If you're having trouble viewing this email, you can see it online. Friends,   Today was one of those *"pause and smile"* days – we welcomed Visitor 25,000 through our doors! 🎉   That number represents 25,000 friends who have found joy, belonging, connection and discovery in this space – and all in less than FOUR months since opening day.    When families choose CMF as a place to spend time together, we see a powerful reminder of this space becoming all we dreamed it would be: a welcoming hub for families across our region where learning feels joyful, play is purposeful, and every visitor is celebrated for exactly who they are.   With huge smiles, Children's Museum of Franklin Children's Museum of Franklin is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization made possible by the community, for the community. Thank you for supporting enrichment for children and families. Here's what else is happening: Members & non-members: Snag your spot ahead of time to guarantee entry on Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Monday, January 19. Pre-Register The newsletter was shortened for publication here. You can full the full set on content online.

Monday: Commuter Rail will operate on regular weekday schedule for MLK Day - Jan 19, 2026

On Monday, January 19th, for MLK Day, all Commuter Rail line trains will operate on a regular weekday schedule.

Affected lines:

• ALL

Franklin/Foxboro, Providence/Stoughton and Fairmount Line passengers:

The Amtrak infrastructure repair work has been completed and effective Mon. 1/19, trains resume operating on Fall/Winter schedule available now at mbta.com/cr.

Keep your commute on track and sign up for T-Alerts!

Go to https://alerts.mbta.com and subscribe to receive relevant, real-time service alerts via email or SMS.

Last Updated: Jan 16 2026 01:54 PM

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, December 25, 2025 ???

Time for family and friends to celebrate Christmas in whatever manner you wish.

If you travel, please be safe and courteous.

I plan to spend the time with family and will resume event and news reporting with Friday's postings.

I will share these 2 similar views of the Town Common taken on a snowy December day in 2019 and 2020.

Of note: the trash/recycle curbside pick up is not happening today

• Those scheduled for Thursday will get picked up Friday
• Those scheduled for Friday will get picked up Saturday

Franklin Town Common, Dec 6, 2020

Franklin Town Common, Dec 4, 2019

MBTA: Thursday, December 25 - Commuter Rail changes to weekend schedule

On Thursday, December 25th, the Commuter Rail will operate on a weekend schedule in observance of Christmas.

MBTA: Thursday, December 25 - Commuter
Rail changes to weekend schedule

Affected lines:

Fall River/New Bedford Line

Newburyport/Rockport Line

Haverhill Line

Lowell Line

Fitchburg Line

Framingham/Worcester Line

Needham Line

Franklin/Foxboro Line

Fairmount Line

Providence/Stoughton Line

Kingston Line

Greenbush Line

Last Updated: Dec 21 2025 06:00 PM

Shared from -> https://www.mbta.com/schedules/CR-Franklin/alerts

Franklin TV: Ornaments

Our Lives are Ornamented – with Memories

by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 12/21/2025

As we amble through our allotted years we collect things. We are collectors. Doubt me? Check that cabinet of coffee cups – mugs. There’s the one from the museum of whatever – the gag mug – that mug you got as an ‘award’ from coworkers – and so on. Coffee mugs. They are ordinary – and not. They mark moments and memories. Memory mugs?

Christmas trees can ‘collect’ as well. Ornaments. Some are gifts. Scattered among the decorations, some are special memories. There are the generational hand-me-downs.

Some are especially special; handmade heirlooms passed down from parents and grandparents. Our Christmas tree is adorned with several of my mom’s crocheted snowflakes.

Then there are the ornaments that mark time, and particularly precious family moments. Michael was born in 1984.

The sled broke one year. Needless to say, it had to be repaired. Like broken ornaments, broken memories can be repaired.

This is what this season and spirit calls us to do. This is a time of joy, giving, forgiving, and perhaps being forgiven.

So, let’s raise a coffee mug of kindness yet . . . 

Then there’s my rubber cannoli. Yes, it’s lovely, because, well –  cannoli! No more need be said.

And – as always –

Thank you for watching.

Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm.

And staying informed at Franklin●news.

G

et this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, December 20, 2025 ???

Saturday, December 20

• 
  FYHA fundraiser (all day) (Panera Bread)

8:00am St. Mary Men's Faith Formation Group (St. Mary's Parish)

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

9:00am St. Mary Women’s Faith Formation Group (St. Mary's Parish)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am Rise Up - Open House & Holiday Party (Franklin United Methodist Church)

3:00pm Copley Cats Holiday Concert (Franklin Public Library)

7:00pm Country Music Classic (live music) (Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub)

7:30pm Humbug! (FPAC performance at Franklin High School)

8:00pm Karaoke at The Raillery (Raillery Public House)

** 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

Rise Up Holiday Party & Open House - Saturday, Dec 20 at 10 AM

The Rise Up Holiday Party and Open House is this Saturday, Dec 20!! Anyone 18+ is welcome to attend, so invite whoever you want to!

Date: Saturday, December 20th

Rise Up Holiday Party & Open House - Saturday, Dec 20 at 10 AM

Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Location: Franklin United Methodist Church, 82 West Central St, Franklin, MA 02038

Parking: On the left side of the building

Entrance: On the left side of the building (choice of ramp or stairs)

Restrooms: There is a handicap accessible restroom.

Outline:

- open social time, free food, and card-making activity

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This one-hour social meet-up is intended to be a safe space for:

• individuals navigating life with disability to meet others they can relate with
• community partners to learn more about the population and share resources
• support persons to meet other support persons

For additional information about this event, please visit ->  https://alirheaume.com/rise-up

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW): Episode 304 - Holiday/Christmas Songs Paired With Wine (audio)

Hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi explore all things wine with you!

Holiday/Christmas Songs Paired With Wine

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas! Get ready to deck the halls and pour the wine with hosts Kim and Mark in this festive holiday special of The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)!

Episode 304 - Holiday/Christmas
Songs Paired With Wine (audio)

Ever wonder what wine perfectly captures the spirit of "Jingle Bell Rock" or the tranquility of "Silent Night"? Kim and Mark are here to unwrap the mystery! They'll show you how to harmoniously pair Christmas songs with wines by matching the mood, style, and intensity of the music with the character, body, and flavor of the wine.

From classic and traditional carols like "Silent Night" to those beloved tunes from classic kids' holiday shows like "Frosty the Snowman," we’ll be giving you wonderfully festive pairing ideas to elevate your celebrations. Plus, we’ll share our expert tips for successful wine holiday shopping!

So, cozy up by the fire, sing a holiday tune with us, and celebrate the joy of the holidays—one perfect pairing at a time.

Cheers, 

Kim and Mark 

www.thewww.wine

#WinePairing #ChristmasWine #HolidayWines #WineAndMusic #ChristmasSongs #HolidayPairings #SilentNight #FrostyTheSnowman #WineTips #HolidaySeason #MerryChristmas #TheWonderfulWorldOfWine #WineLovers #FestiveVibes

https://soundcloud.com/user-492543397/episode-304-holidaychristmas-songs-paired-with-wine

https://www.thewww.wine/episode-304-holidaychristmas-songs-paired-with-wine/

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) · Episode 304-Holiday/Christmas Songs Paired With Wine

Holiday Vendor Event at Birchwood, Thursday, Dec 18

Holiday Vendor Event at Birchwood, Thursday, Dec 18

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/DRw3OdLjaZq/

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, December 4, 2025 ???

Thursday, December 4

6:30pm Holiday Pop Up Shop (Creative Corner Art Studio)

7:00pm 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node Meeting (First Universalist Society Franklin)

7:30pm Musical Bingo (Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub)

**  Town Meetings today   **

Franklin Commission on Disability Meeting

Thursday, December 4 Time: 4:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_12042025-2029 

Conservation Commission Meeting

Thursday, December 4 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Item/534?fileID=6990 

Zoning Board Of Appeals (ZBA) Meeting (Zoom Only meeting)

Thursday, December 4 Time: 6:00 PM (Note time change)

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_12042025-2034 

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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

Holiday Pop Up Shop, Saturday, Dec 6

Holiday Pop Up Shop, Saturday, Dec 6 

via Ali Rheaume

"It would mean the world to me if you would consider coming by to say hi, shop, or spend the word!

I will also be joined by Samantha Piette who will be selling beautiful floral bouquets, so stay tuned for more!"