What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, June 12, 2025 ???

Thursday, June 12

Library & Senior Center events 

9:00am Fallen Hero: Lloyd M. Ellis (Veterans Walkway, Franklin Town Common)

5:00pm Board Game Night (Pete's Nerd Emporium)

6:30pm Open Mic Night (music & spoken word) (Birchwood Bakery & Kitchen) 

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

For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->   

https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

**  Town Meetings today   **

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Meeting -CANCELED

Thursday, June 12 Time: 2:00 PM

Conservation Commission Meeting

Thursday, June 12 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Item/418?fileID=5134

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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-calendar

Open Mic Night at Birchwood Bakery - Thursday, June 12

Open Mic Night at Birchwood
Bakery - Thursday, June 12

Join us on June 12 from 6:30 -8:30 PM

Sign up at 6:15

2 songs or 8 min spoken word

PA, Cables, Mics provided

$5 suggested donation to benefit the Franklin Music Boosters

Contact jessi.fanuele@gmail.com for information

Shared from ->   https://www.instagram.com/p/DKHROOlxes4/

Open Mic Night; Music & Spoken Word at Brichwood Bakery April 10

4/10 6:30-8:30pm (6:15pm sign up)

Brichwood Bakery April 10

• 15 SLOTS - FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED
• 2 SONGS OR 8 MIN SPOKEN WORD
PA & CABLES PROVIDED
• GUITAR & MIC INPUTS (NO KEYBOARD OR DRUMS)

Contact JESSI.FANUELE @GMAIL.COM @jessijmusic for details

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

Open Mic & Spoken Word Night at Birchwood Bakery - March 13

Open Mic & Spoken Word Night at Birchwood Bakery

 

"Please spread the word! Open mic night @birchwoodbakeryandkitchen on Thursday, March 13. 

Spoken word and music!! Come one, come all!"

Shared from ->   https://www.instagram.com/p/DGUVP7iReigT2c1INm17WuSDyTuXHNckRQIJe80/

SAFE After Dark includes an Open Mic & performance by Elastic 5 - CANCELED

Sorry, later the day this was shared, the info came back that this event was canceled.

CALLING ALL ARTISTS!!! 

Sign up for open mic at SAFE After Dark! We're looking for performers for our Sept. 21 show: musicians, poets, comedians, spoken word—all are welcome.

SAFE After Dark -Sep 21

Anyone interested in performing can reserve their spot by sending an email to Jim Derick at jderick@safecoalitionma.org  

SAFE After Dark is a safe and sober place to enjoy the arts and connect with friends. Free of charge, open to all!

The evening will begin with Open Mic from 6:30 PM to 8 PM followed by Elastic 5’s performance from 8:15 PM to 9:30 PM

Based out of Boston, the Elastic 5 plays tributes to 20th century music, from the British Invasion to 80s/90s alternative, Rock & Roll to Power Pop.

We look forward to rocking out with you!

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/f17AZskL4QdUV223/

Franklin Arts Academy: Art Showcase and Open Mic Night - March 14

Art Showcase and Open Mic Night 

"Hello everyone! 

Our Art Showcase and Open Mic Night with Music Production Club is this Thursday, the 14, from 6 - 8 PM! 

Any students may sign up using the QR codes and everyone is welcome to attend with an admission fee of a donation to the Franklin Food Pantry! 

We hope to see you there!"

@franklinculture #artshappenhere 
 

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/C4WOi3tPWof/

Open mic night at 67 Degrees Brewery - Thursday, March 23 from 6 to 9 PM

"Our FIRST EVER open mic night is this Thursday!! We need you guys to help us make this a success, and to show our support to some local upcoming artists 

Want to play? 

Sign ups are first come first serve & setup will include a Bose L1 Pro 16, 8 port mixer, 2 mics and stands, and cables to plug in"

Shared from Instagram  -> https://www.instagram.com/p/CqDj9d8NSr4/

Open mic night at 67 Degrees Brewery - Thursday, March 23 from 6 to 9 PM

1st Franklin Pride Celebration - June 26 - Noon to 4 PM

Join the Franklin LGBTQ+ Alliance for an afternoon of celebrating.

LGBTQ+ and allies will be at the Franklin Town Common performing, creating, dancing, singing, eating, and drinking. 

Come to the community party!

Performances:

12:00-1:00 Singer Evan Greer

1:00-2:00 Open Mic

2:00-4:00 Singer Krisanthi Pappas and Bass Player Steve Skop

Activities: 

Community Art, Selfie Station, Crafts, Art Show, Ask a Sociologist

Food Trucks: 

Caribbean Press, Juniper Farms Ice Cream, Yai’s Kitchen

Vendors: 

Escape into Fiction LGBTQIA+ Book Sale, Chrissy’s Beads, BFCCPS Rainbow Ribbons, Love People Gifts, Molly's Apothecary, PT Color Market

Thank you to our community partners: Franklin High School’s SAGA, OUT MetroWest, MetroWest Visitors Bureau, Franklin Interfaith Council, Franklin Public Library, and Franklin Senior Center

Parking will be available at the Franklin Senior Center, Franklin Public Library, Davis Thayer School building, Oak / Horace Mann School, Franklin High School.

Please check back and follow for updates on Facebook ->   https://www.facebook.com/events/1186629228740240

Donate here: https://givebutter.com/celebratewithpride

#FranklinCANCelebrateWithPRIDE - June 26, 2022

Sign up for Open Mic at Franklin's first Pride Day - June 26 - 12 to 4 PM

"The Franklin LGBTQ Alliance is seeking Franklin performers willing to share their talents as part of a celebration of Pride Month (June 26th, 12-4)!

Performances can take a variety of forms (music, song, dance, story-telling, poetry, art, acting, etc.) but should be limited to 7 MINUTES. Stage and microphone will be provided; we kindly request that performers bring any other needed materials, as possible. All performances should be FAMILY-FRIENDLY.

A performer may submit for multiple performances and/or collaborate with other performers. The Alliance reserves the right to select whichever performances they see fit. You may be asked to share more about your proposed performance with the Alliance prior to the event.

Have a question? Contact us at FranklinLGBTQAlliance@gmail.com"

Use the form to sign up ->   https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeuadQWw8eMWLjuIciDHiEIkUmCjCNbX4JOu03aSeAJoZR3bg/viewform

Celebrate with Pride - June 26, 2022

Juneteenth Celebration - June 18 - 2 PM

An open mic event. Community members of all ages welcome. Come learn, listen, and engage.

At the Franklin Public Library, Saturday, June 18 at 2 PM.

Juneteenth Celebration - June 18 - 2 PM

Shared from the Franklin Public Library page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/bulletins/juneteenth-celebration-open-mic-event

#LoveFranklin - Open Mic Night at THE BLACK BOX - 12/08/21 (audio)

FM #689 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 689 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares the audio recording of the #LoveFranklin Open Mic Night held on Wednesday, Dec 8, 2021 at THE BLACK BOX.  

The evening master of ceremony duties were shared by MacKenzie Atwood and jamele adams.

The original raw recording runs an hour and 36 minutes. You’ll be listening to the edited version which is shortened by about 12 minutes. 

Key reasons for shortening the recording (1) to spare your ears the jarring sound of cleaning the microphone between performers. (2) A couple of the audience participation exercises were shortened. (How much indistinct audience/crowd noise can you listen to?). 

One percussion performance added at the last minute during the evening was also shortened. The percussion exercise was good to be in while it happened but would have been headache inducing to listen to. So we spared you that. No other performance was shortened or edited in any way.

Let’s listen to the Love Franklin Open Mic Night of Dec 8, 2021.

https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-689-lovefranklin-open-mic-night-12-08-21

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The lineup for the "Love Franklin" Open Mic Night at THE BLACK BOX

1. jamele adams - poem

2. Mia Magliari - All I Ask by Adele

3. Audrey Olmstead - She by Dodie

4. Hope Guanga - If I knew by Bruno Mars

5. Mackenzie Atwood - Back In (self written poem)

6. Joe Maple and Audrey Olmstead - Can't Help Falling in Love with you

7. Meghan Whitmore - Her Personal Story

8. Andrew Mitchell - Crisis by Joshua Bassett

9. Maria Zaki - Complainers by Rudy Francisco

10. Steve Sherlock - Poem: Variations on the theme of "A dark and stormy night"

11. Hope Guanga - Crocodile Rock by Elton John

12. Judi Perez - percussion exercise

jamele closes with a recap of some of the audience inspirations

More information about the Freedom Team can be found online -> https://www.franklinfreedomteam.org/

More of my poetry can be found at quietpoet.com/ 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

 

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

 

for the 'selfie exercise' with Meghan Whitmore

Pantherbook article on this event -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/12/pantherbook-lovefranklin-open-mic-night.html

Pantherbook: LoveFranklin Open Mic Night - Dec 8, 2021

Pantherbook: LoveFranklin Open Mic Night - Dec 8, 2021

Overview 

"From the cast of Franklin High School’s Mamma Mia! to a Dean College faculty member, Franklin community members from all backgrounds were able to express themselves on stage on December 8th, 2021. Mackenzie Atwood, FHS senior, had the emcee position for the first half of the night and, expectedly, provided a very entertaining experience for the audience members. She kept the audience constantly engaged through small anecdotes about the participants and subtle quips. (Notable audience members included Steve Sherlock and Dr. Sara Ahern). Atwood started the night off by highlighting her recent experience at the October school committee meeting and emphasized the importance of “speaking up for people who can’t speak up for themselves.” She later conveyed her experiences as an openly gay student through an original poem– a beautiful one, might I add. Participants in the latter portion of the night were introduced by Jamele Adams, the leader of the Franklin Freedom Team. "

Interview

"An Accepting Community – Meghan Whitmore

For those of you who don’t know, Meghan Whitmore is a transgender woman who delivered a heartfelt speech on Open Mic Night about her experience transitioning and the reception she received afterward. Her moving words illustrated the importance of inclusivity, and Whitmore even stressed how touching it was to have people accept her as a woman."

Interview

"Love One Another, Stand for Change – jamele adams

Needing no introduction due to his large impact on Franklin, jamele adams immediately captivated his listeners when he began to recite his poem. Although he was a participant in the event, adams also played a significant role in organizing Open Mic Night, so when I broached the idea of making it an annual show, he enthusiastically replied, “More than once a year, hopefully, this could happen once a week!“, elaborating on the fact that “the Open Mic affected everyone in this space […] Folks shared that they were absolutely moved and then at the end when people were asked to write about how they were inspired, they shared how they were inspired […] People were moved in the space. People shared their narrative because they trusted in the space, and the energy was powerful and welcoming, and warm, supportive, and filled with advocacy for love. “

Continue reading the article online 
https://franklinpanthers.us/news/2021/12/08/open-mic-night-a-forum-for-all-to-express-themselves/

Pantherbook: LoveFranklin Open Mic Night - Dec 8, 2021

Open Mic Night at The Cake Bar

The 3rd Thursday of the month has rolled around again. 

Thursday, May 21st is the THIRD THURSDAY of the month and that means it's Open Mic Night at the cake bar! Come show off your musical talent in a fun and intimate setting. 

Sign up in advance for a guaranteed spot or walk in that night and check availability. Open Mic night is FREE and last month we had a variety of talented teen and adult performers. 

Come and join us this Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 at THE CAKE BAR in Franklin.

Open Mic Night - The Cake Bar

This was shared from The Cake Bar's Facebook page