The Franklin DPW hydrant painting contest comes around again

It's time for the Franklin DPW's 2025 Hydrant Painting Event!

For more information, including event rules, application and frequently asked questions, please visit: https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/1160/2025-Hydrant-Painting-Event

The Franklin DPW hydrant painting contest comes around again

Spring Pottery Painting Event & psychic reading - May 1

Spring Pottery Painting Event & psychic reading - May 1

Create a Sangria Pitcher, Spring Vase or Mother’s Day Mugs! 

 

Price includes a 10 Minute Psychic Reading with renowned Psychic Maria Saganis!

May 1st 5:30 - 8 PM $65

Grab some friends for a fun night out!
Advanced registration and payment required. 

 

Please visit https://www.creativecornerartstudiofranklin.com/service-page/spring-pottery-painting-at-birchwood?

 

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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, December 5, 2024 ???

Thursday, December 5

• Fiber Art Installation (Franklin Public Library)
• Winter Coat Drive (4 drop off locations)
• Franklin Art Association, Art Show & Sale (Norfolk Public Library)

3:00pm Wicked Themed Paint Night (Creative Corner Art Studio)

4:30pm Dean College Tree Lighting Ceremony (Dean College)

5:00pm Teddy Gallagher's Closed for Private Event

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

6:00pm Horace Mann MS Winter Concert (Horace Mann School)

6:15pm Franklin Art Association, Art Show & Sale Reception (Norfolk Public Library)

6:30pm Franklin LGBTQ Alliance monthly meeting (Franklin TV and Radio 102.9 FM)

7:00pm Faculty Dance Works (Dean College)

**   Town Meetings today   **

Franklin Commission on Persons with Disabilities Meeting CANCELLED

Event Date:  Thursday, December 5, 2024 - 7:00pm

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Meeting CANCELLED

Event Date:  Thursday, December 5, 2024 - 7:30pm

What's happening today in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

Respectfully, the Library and Senior Center calendars are too full of events to include all their events so we tend to focus on the major events. Town and School meetings are also kept separate. Links for all the calendars are shared here:

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 Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/upcoming

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars

3rd Annual Hydrant Painting Contest Winners Announced by DPW

Via the Franklin DPW:

"We had a great time at our DPW Touch a Truck event today! Thank you to those who stopped by and a big thank you to those who participated in our third annual Hydrant Painting Contest.

Congratulations to this years winners!

1. Under the age of 12 - Koi Fish Pond - Rachel Redfern

2. 12 to 17 - Mosaic - Violet Wiernicki and Sarah Clark

3. 18 and over - Boston Hydrant - Thomas Grimaldi

4. Judges' Choice - R2D2 - Jay Hanson

Please visit the story map to see all the amazing hydrants that were painted around Town - https://storymaps.arcgis.com/.../97211a8b1a5b4454b5a74fc7...

#keepfranklinflowing #TouchATruck2024 #franklinma

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3rd Annual Hydrant Painting Contest Winners Announced by DPW

Vote for your favorites in Franklin's Third Annual Fire Hydrant Painting Contest

Franklin's Third Annual Fire Hydrant Painting Contest

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITES BY LIKING THE PICTURES!!

For additional pictures and locations please visit the Storymap:

https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/97211a8b1a5b4454b5a74fc7831c128b?

The pictures with the most likes between October 7, 2024 and October 18, 2024 will be awarded prizes in the following categories:

Franklin's Third Annual Fire Hydrant Painting Contest

• Under the age of 12
• 12 to 17 years old
• 18 and over
• Judges’ Choice

Winners will be announced at the DPW Touch a Truck event on Saturday October 26, 2024 at noon.

Join us at the 25 Public Works Way from 10 AM to 2 PM on October 26, 2024 for family fun and food trucks.

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Franklin DPW's 2024 Hydrant Painting Event in Final Days - last day for entry = Sep 20

Franklin DPW's 2024 Hydrant Painting Event

last day for entry = Sep 20

The DPW is holding a hydrant painting event!  Last minute entries will be accepted up to Sep 20, 2024

Voting will begin on the DPW Facebook page between October 7 and October 18, 2024. The picture with the most likes received on the Facebook post will be declared a winner in the following categories:

• Under the age of 12   
  
• 12 to 17
• 18 & Over
• Judges' Choice

Winner will be announced at the DPW Touch a Truck event on October 26.  

For more information (rules & regulations), click the link ->    https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/news/town_of_franklin_2024_hydrant_painting_event_1_0.pdf

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It's time for the Franklin DPW's 2024 Hydrant Painting Event! Applications due Aug 2

Yes, that time of year has rolled around again.

Pick out a hydrant, define a design, submit your application by Aug 2, and wait patiently! Notification happens after August 7.

For more information, including event rules, application and frequently asked questions, please visit: https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/news/franklin-dpws-2024-hydrant-painting-event?

Or download the rules, application here -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/news/town_of_franklin_2024_hydrant_painting_event_1.pdf

It's time for the Franklin DPW's 2024 Hydrant Painting Event!

Franklin DPW Hydrant painting contest opens up for 2024

It's time for the Franklin DPW's 2024 Hydrant Painting Event!

For more information, including event rules, application and frequently asked questions, please visit:  https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/news/franklin-dpws-2024-hydrant-painting-event

Franklin DPW Hydrant painting contest opens up for 2024

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Join Painting Venus at The Curry House - April 18 (space is limited)

Painting Venus at The Curry House

"Come join us!  

Have a night out with some friends, support a good cause
and local business.  

Seating is limited The Curry House 

Tickets: www.paintingvenus.art/event-details/mingle-n-paint"

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Tap into your inner artist with one of these Lifelong Learning painting classes

"Discover your inner artist! 

Join one of these popular painting classes from Lifelong Community Learning. 

Sign up at https://t.co/9gpYT5oPKy.

#fpslifelong #fpslifelongcommunity https://t.co/D5JVxOfCWJ

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Tap into your inner artist with one of these Lifelong Learning painting classes

Franklin Library: Kid's Paint Party - Dec 16

Saturday December 16th 1:00 - 3:00 PM

FOR KIDS AGES 5-11!

Join local instructor Denise Palmieri for this step-by-step paint party specifically for kids! All materials will be provided and you'll get to take home your very own penguin masterpiece!

REGISTRATION REQUIRED!! The same painting will be taught at the December, January, and February events - please only register for 1 date.

Register here -> https://www.eventkeeper.com/code/ekform.cfm?curOrg=FRANKLIN&curName=2023/12/16_Kid%27s_Paint_Party

Franklin Library: Kid's Paint Party - Dec 16

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DPW hydrant contest winners announced at Touch a Truck event Saturday Oct 14

We had a great time at our DPW Touch a Truck event this past weekend! Thank you to those who participated in our second annual Hydrant Painting Contest and congratulations to this years winners!

1. Under the age of 12 - FFD Dalmatian - Emma S.

2. 12 to 17 - Tiger - Aarav G.

3. 18 and over - Sponge Bob - Rylee F.

4. Judges' Choice - 60s Hippie - Kelly F.

Please visit the storymap to see all the amazing hydrants that were painted around Town - https://storymaps.arcgis.com/.../440ac43851c74ad9ab58685f...

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DPW hydrant contest winners announced at Touch a Truck event Saturday Oct 14

Franklin's Second Annual Fire Hydrant Painting Contest

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITES BY LIKING THE PICTURES!!

In August the Department of Public Works announced the Town of Franklin's second annual fire hydrant painting contest. The project was designed to draw attention to the hydrants, promote upkeep and public awareness of the water system and foster engagement with the ultimate goal of encouraging a sense of pride in the infrastructure among residents.

From October 6, 2023 to October 12, 2023 residents can vote for their favorite fire hydrant art on the DPW's  Facebook Post . Winners will be announced at the DPW Touch a Truck event on Saturday October 14, 2023. 

Fire Hydrant Painting Contest

For pictures and locations please visit the Storymap -> 

https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/440ac43851c74ad9ab58685fc40e9686

The pictures with the most likes between October 6, 2023 and October 12, 2023 will be awarded prizes in the following categories

• Under the age of 12 
• 12 to 17 years old
• 18 and over
• Judges’ Choice

Join us at the 25 Public Works Way from 10 AM to 2 PM on October 14, 2023 for family fun and food trucks.

Vote by "liking the photo" on the Facebook page ->   https://www.facebook.com/FranklinDPW/posts/pfbid02QYFQThEwPqM6HsNYQKnQ9Y3b2VUVNumqw7d3As7Ah2CCdaCN1CL9AY1dbDLhwjnml

Creative Corner creates a "Magical Mystified Paint Night" at 67 Degrees - Oct 19

67 Degrees and Creative Corner Paint - Brew - Medium Reading "Magical Mystified Night"

Register online -> https://www.creativecornerartstudiofranklin.com/booking-calendar/magical-mystified-night

Creative Corner creates a "Magical Mystified Paint Night" at 67 Degrees - Oct 19

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Hey kids, paint a portrait of Ben Franklin, yes, the 4 legged one: for K-5 students, Sep 26

Join us for a fun art workshop on September 26th. Spend your day with a fun art workshop. We will be painting portrait's of Franklin Police Department one and only Ben Franklin.

Register online at franklinma.myrec.com

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Paint a portrait of Ben, yes, the 4 legged one: for K-5 students, Sep 26

Franklin Department of Public Works - 2nd Annual Hydrant Painting Contest - submit designs by Aug 11, 2023

"The Franklin Department of Public Works is hosting their 2nd annual Fire Hydrant Painting Contest! Residents are encouraged to submit their designs by 8/11/2023. 

Learn more and access the application here: https://t.co/F2EHshXyaM"

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2nd Annual Hydrant Painting Contest - submit designs by Aug 11, 2023

Town of Franklin: Invitation for bids - Franklin Municipal Building Interior Painting Project

Franklin Municipal Building Interior Painting Project

In accordance with MGL c. 149, it is the intention of the Town of Franklin to retain the services of a contractor to provide interior painting and construction services related to the Franklin Municipal Building Interior Painting Project.

Additional Information:  Municipal Building Interior Painting Project

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Town of Franklin: Invitation for bids - Franklin Municipal Building Interior Painting Project

Thick Paint Extravaganza Plein Air! - Workshop on June 3, 2023

The Franklin Art Association is sponsoring a plein air landscape acrylic painting workshop with acclaimed artist and instructor Lenny Moskowitz on Saturday, June 3, 2023, from 10 AM to 5 PM. 

The workshop will take place at Charles River & Mine Brook riverside junction in Franklin, 11 Haverstock Road, Franklin (backyard of FAA Vice President Susan Plume).  For more information, see the attached flyer. 

The deadline for signups is May 20, 2023 and the fee is $75.  

The class size is limited to 8, so to reserve your spot (contact susan_plume@yahoo.com and mail your check for $75 payable to Franklin Art Association to:  Treasurer, Franklin Art Association, 279 East Central Street, PMB 289, Franklin MA 02038

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Thick Paint Extravaganza Plein Air! - Workshop on June 3, 2023

Holiday Paint Night, December 16 @ 67 Degrees Brewery

Local artist Ted Cormier-Leger is the instructor for this Grinch-themed Holiday Paint night at 67 Degrees Brewery. 

Your $45 ticket pays for the canvas and one flight of beer. Sign up now!  bit.ly/67DegreesBrewery

Holiday Paint Night, December 16 @ 67 Degrees Brewery

Reminder: Would you like to paint a Town of Franklin fire hydrant? Registration due Aug 12, 2022

Fire Hydrant Painting Event Rules

The design should be appropriate for a public space and should not be political in nature, or be offensive in any way.

Potential design themes include:

• Designs inspired by the Historic Places, People and Events in Franklin
• Designs with a whimsical or humorous twist that will make viewers smile
• Context-sensitive designs that would uniquely connect a particular fire hydrant with its immediate surroundings
• Colorful, abstract designs

The public and private space immediately around the fire hydrant should be kept clean and neat when not directly working on the fire hydrant. Please respect the property.

Registration is open until Aug. 12, 2022. Proposed designs must be submitted for approval during this period, along with a completed application. Applicants will be notified by Aug. 19, 2022.

Painting of fire hydrants can begin upon notification of your assigned hydrant and must be completed by Sept. 30, 2022.

Paint only on the assigned fire hydrant. The caps must be able to open after the paint dries. You must provide your own exterior paint or sealant. Nothing can be attached to the fire hydrant.

If words are included in your design, all words must be approved as a part of the design.

You may use stencils, air brush with masking tape, or freehand your design.

You must apply the design submitted in this application. If you desire to make changes, you must seek approval from the Town of Franklin prior to changing your design.

If rules are not followed your hydrant will be painted over.

Judging will take place between Oct. 3 and Oct. 7, 2022. Winners will be announced at the DPW Touch a Truck event on Oct. 15, 2022 for most whimsical, most patriotic, most creative, and judges’ choice.

Any questions should be addressed to: Doug Martin, Town of Franklin Water & Sewer Superintendent at 508-553-5500 or domartin@franklinma.gov.

Town of Franklin will be basing their decision to approve applications for painting based on creativity, originality, imagination, and appropriateness. All decisions on applications are final. 

By participating in the Fire Hydrant Design Event you acknowledge that the Town of Franklin and its affiliates are not responsible in any way for any injury or property damage directly or indirectly associated with this event.

By signing you acknowledge that participants are aware of all rules, guidelines and criteria associated with this event

For more information including event rules, application and frequently asked questions, please visit:   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/pages/town_of_franklin_2022_fire_hydrant_painting_event_0.pdf

Would you like to paint a Town of Franklin fire hydrant?