What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, December 19, 2025 ???

Friday, December 19

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

5:00pm Ken Barney (live music) (The Red Rooster, Wrentham)

Library & Senior Center events

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/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

** Town Meetings today   **

FOFE Meeting

Friday, December 19 Time: 9:30 AM

Council on Aging Meeting

Friday, December 19 Time: 1:30 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_12192025-2066

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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

Copley Cats scheduled to perform at the Library Dec 20 at 3 PM

Copley Cats scheduled to perform at the Library Dec 20 at 3 PM

Groove to the harmonies of the Copley Cats! 

Featuring popular tunes from various decades this A Capella group with a 30-year history is coming for a Saturday afternoon to remember!

"Where's the Toast?" Memory Cafe, Weds, Dec 17 features music with Jeff Thomas

"Where's the Toast?" Memory Cafe, Weds,
Dec 17 features music with Jeff Thomas

We welcome you all to join us at our "Where's The Toast?!" Memory Cafe on Wednesday, December 17 at 1 PM.

Our Memory Cafe is a safe and social space for those living with cognitive loss, their families, friends, and caregivers. 

Jeff Thomas will be entertaining us this month!

Please RSVP to me* so that we can make sure to have seating for all. 

We hope to see you there!

* Jillian Rochat

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT | FRANKLIN SENIOR CENTER

10 Daniel McCahill Street

Franklin, Massachusetts 02038-1352

O. 508-520-4945
F. 508-520-4917
E. jrochat@franklinma.gov

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Tuesday, December 16, 2025 ???

Tuesday, December 16

12:00pm Community Closet (Franklin United Methodist Church)

6:00pm FMS 7 GR/ 8 GR Band Concert (Franklin Middle School)

6:00pm Table Top (Franklin Public Library)

Library & Senior Center events

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/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

** Town Meetings today   **

250th Anniversary Celebration Committee (Communications Subcmte)

Tuesday, December 16 Time: 5:30 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_12162025-2060 

Design Review Meeting

Tuesday, December 16 Time: 7:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_12162025-2059 

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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

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, December 13, 2025 ???

Saturday, December 13

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

9:00am Library Book Sale (Franklin Public Library)

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

9:00am Winter Coat Giveaway (Franklin United Methodist Church)

10:00am A-Wreath-of-Franklin celebration (THE BLACK BOX)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am Pictures with Santa (Franklin Police Department)

10:30am Jamie Barrett (live music) (Franklin Public Library)

10:30am Pancakes & pajamas (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Library Books by the Bag Sale (Franklin Public Library)

4:00pm Holiday Stories & Sing-a-Long (Franklin United Methodist Church)

7:30pm Jamie Barrett (live music) (Morin's Hometown Bar & Grille, Attleboro)

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

For additional details on A Wreath of Franklin, please visit the event page ->   https://franklinartsculture.my.canva.site/wreath25-program-site

** 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

Yes there is plenty to do during "A Wreath of Franklin" on Saturday, Dec 13

FHS Music students

What’s better than live music while having your coffee, the answer is nothing! 

We’re excited to include Franklin High School Music dept. students into Saturday’s festivities! They will be popping up @birchwoodbakeryandkitchen from 11 AM - 3 PM. 

Pop up Shops at THE BLACK BOX

Special shoutout to Diane Plouffe, Director of Visual and Performing Arts at Franklin High School School and the team @birchwoodbakeryandkitchen for making this opportunity happen

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/DSFtwY7FbjS/

For additional details visit the event page ->   https://franklinartsculture.my.canva.site/wreath25-program-site

Sheamus McShea performing live Saturday night Dec 13 at Teddy Gallagher's

Sheamus McShea performing live Saturday night Dec 13 at Teddy Gallagher's

"Sheamus is back At Teddys!!

We are honored to have the incredible talent of Sheamus McShea performing live this Saturday night 12/13 8 PM for your enjoyment!!

Come in for a great home cooked meal, great company, fantastic Holiday decorations and….. incredible live music!!

See you Saturday night!! "

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

Get your tickets for New Year’s Eve at La Cantina Winery!

New Year’s Eve at La Cantina Winery! 

Get your tickets for New Year’s Eve at La Cantina Winery!

We’re ringing in 2026 with a Saturday Night Fever Disco Theme glitter, disco balls, dancing, and all the vibes! 

Join us on Wednesday, December 31 for an unforgettable night:

🍽 Dinner: 6–8 PM

🎶 Live Music by South Street Six: 8–10 PM

🎧 DJ Tavo: 10 PM–1 AM (dance into the New Year!)

Dust off your best disco outfit and get ready for a night full of sparkle, music, wine, and celebration. 

Tickets are limited don’t wait!

Let’s welcome 2026 the La Cantina way! 

Get your tickets ->   https://lacantinawinery.square.site/

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, December 5, 2025 ???

Friday, December 5

8:30am 3rd Annual Dean College Coaching & Leadership Symposium (Dean College Student Center)

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

5:30pm Ken Barney (live music) (Lafayette House, Foxborough)

7:00pm Karaoke Night (La Cantina Winery)

7:30pm Faculty Dance Works (Dean College Main Stage Theater)

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/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

** 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

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Monday, December 1, 2025 ???

Monday, December 1

7:00pm Southeastern Mass Community Concert Band (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/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

Library & Senior Center events

**  Town Meetings today   **

Planning Board Meeting - meeting Cancelled

Monday, December 1 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_12012025-2016 

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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

The Zajac Brothers Band scheduled for performance Nov 29 at THE BLACK BOX

The Zajac Brothers Band: A Trip to the 60’s & 70’s! Brothers Matt and Tyler Zajac have always been influenced from classic rock music.

The Zajac Brothers Band scheduled for
performance Nov 29 at THE BLACK BOX

Early memories of their father quizzing them on which “Beatle” was singing, quickly became the foundation for a passionate and rewarding musical future. Fast forward to the Zajac’s college years and you will find that Matt has graduated Boston’s Berklee College of Music while Tyler has attended Los Angeles’ Musician’s Institute. Drawing influence from bands of the 60’s and 70’s, the brothers decided that in honor of the 50th anniversary of Woodstock, a festival that kickstarted a counter cultural movement towards peace and love, it was time to bring back those values and songs.

Joined by some of the finest musicians in the area- the 5 piece band will play a full night of Classic Rock songs! Expect hits and deep cuts from The Beatles, The Stones, The Grateful Dead, The Doors, CSNY, The Allman Brothers, The Band, CCR and more!

November 29, 2025

8:00 – 10:30 PM     Tickets available -> https://theblackboxonline.com/the-zajac-brothers-band-2/

Ellis Paul returns to perform at the Circle of Friends Coffeehouse December 6

Ellis Paul (with Alice Peacock) December 6, 2025  7:30 PM $30 Doors open at 7:00 pm.  Ellis Paul is a celebrated singer-songwriter whose vivid, story-rich songs explore the human condition with honesty and heart. Influenced by artists like Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, and especially Woody Guthrie, he blends personal experience with social insight to create music that feels both timely and timeless.  Raised in Maine and emerging from Boston's folk scene, he has since released 23 albums, toured extensively, and earned numerous honors including the Kerrville New Folk Award, 15 Boston Music Awards, and an honorary doctorate from the University of Maine.  His music has appeared in films such as Me, Myself & Irene and Shallow Hal, and his latest album, 55, reflects on gratitude in a challenging era. Upcoming Shows Kim Moberg & Jenna Nicholls, January 10 Crys Matthews, February 7 Garnet Rogers - FRIDAY Show - March 6

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