Annual Rotary Pasta Supper for Franklin Seniors - Oct 21

Annual Rotary Pasta Supper for Franklin Seniors - Oct 21

Rotary Club of Franklin, MA is looking forward to serving our

Franklin Seniors on October 21st for our Annual Pasta Supper!

Signup sheet at Franklin Senior Center, or phone the center at (508) 520-4945

See you soon!

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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, October 4, 2025 ??

Saturday, October 4

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

9:30am The 9th Franklin Rotary Annual Car Show Cometh (New England Chapel)

10:00am Annual Fire Dept Open House (40 W Central St)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am Brunch with Non Scene Friends (Maks Roast Beef and Breakfast)

10:30am Weekend Wiggles! (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm  Painting for Adults! (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm Pumpkin Patch (St John's Episcopal Church)

2:00pm Mysterious Massachusetts (Franklin Public Library)

5:00pm SAVE the date - FHS Class of 1985 Reunion (Franklin Country Club)

6:30pm 8th Annual Franklin Navratri (sold out) (Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School)

7:00pm Jamie Barrett (live music) (Millis Amvets Post 495)

7:00pm Karaoke Night (La Cantina Winery)

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

**  NO Town Meetings today   **

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What's happening in Franklin, MA

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

Friendly reminder: Rotary Car Show - Today from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM

Friendly reminder: Rotary Car Show - Today from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM

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9th Annual Car Show – Rotary Club of Franklin MA - Oct 4

9th Annual Car Show – Rotary Club of Franklin MA 

Join us at the 9th Annual Car show located at New England Chapel 300 East Central St. Franklin, MA.   October 4 from 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Car show entry fee of $20.00 donations. 

There will be prizes and other fun activities throughout the day. Bring the whole family and enjoy!

9th Annual Car Show – Rotary Club of Franklin MA

Register your car for the show -> https://share.google/zyva4JGvbQOVqdrxY

Rotary Club’s 9th Annual Car Show - Saturday, Oct 4

Rotary Club’s 9th Annual Car Show - Saturday, Oct 4

Furry friends and fancy rides unite at our Rotary Club’s 9th Annual Car Show on October 4th!

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The one and only DUCKY WUCKY is back

The one and only DUCKY WUCKY is back

The one and only DUCKY WUCKY is back!

Rotary members will be selling tickets like crazy through the end of April!

Where will you fly off to if you win the grand prize DINNER FOR TWO…ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD?!

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2024 Rotary scholarship awarded to Jeri Adiletto

On January 15, 2025, Rotary Club of Franklin, MA met our 2024 scholarship recipient in person.

2024 Rotary scholarship awarded to Jeri Adiletto

Rotary Club is proud to announce our 2024 Robert W. Simmler/Rotary Club of Franklin MA Service Award of $3000 recipient, Jeri Adiletto. Jeri was selected from numerous Franklin High Senior applicants, based on her exceptional academic achievements, commitment to her job, and dedication to volunteering in our community.

Following the submission of her first semester transcripts, she received a check to support her studies at UMass Amherst, where she is pursuing a nursing career, much like Mrs. Marsha Simmler. We extend a warm welcome to Jeri into our Rotary family and wish her the very best in her future endeavors!

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3rd Annual Comedy Night Fundraiser - March 29 to benefit Franklin Rotary Club

3rd Annual Comedy Night Fundraiser

 

"Not funny? No problem! We'll bring the laughs.  

Join our 3rd Annual Comedy Night Fundraiser for dinner and a show featuring three comedic headliners, all for $60 per person. 

Rotary Club of Franklin, MA"

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The Rotary Club of Franklin MA is planning their 6th Annual Valentine’s Brunch, slated for February 8, 2025

The Rotary Club of Franklin MA is proud to announce that their 6th Annual Valentine’s Brunch is slated for February 8, 2025, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 noon, at the Franklin Housing Authority Hall, located at 1000 Central Park Terrace, Franklin, MA 02038.

6th Annual Valentine’s Brunch

All Franklin Senior’s and residents of Franklin Housing Authority are welcome to join the Rotary Club as their special guests, where all will be treated to a delicious, homemade Valentine’s brunch. Feel free to show your love and wear your red!

Seniors are urged to enter their names on a sign-up so that no one is left out. Sign-up sheets may found at the following locations: 

• Central Park Terrace, 1000 Central Park Terrace, Franklin, MA

• Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street, Franklin, MA

The Rotary Club International is a non-profit organization made up of a diverse group of men and women “who come together to create positive, lasting change in our communities and around the world.” https://www.rotary.org/en/about-rotary

If you would like more information about our organization or interested in attending a meeting, please contact Diane Padula at rotartycluboffranklinma@gmail.com and she will make arrangements for you to be a guest at one of Rotary’s upcoming meetings.

Seniors enjoy pasta dinner hosted by Rotary & Lion's Heart

About 90 seniors began arriving early and waited patiently for the home cooked pasta meal to be prepared by volunteers from the Franklin Rotary and served by members of the Lion's Heart group on Thursday, October 10, 2024.

There was lots of happy faces and many empty plates for this event at Central Park Terrace. It was originally scheduled for June but the weather that day was forecasted to be one of the high heat days and wisely the event was rescheduled. It was much more comfortable to enjoy the meal on Thursday.

Diane Padula thanking the Lion's Heart volunteers

Photo album -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/WpDq1mDNYeJn4Jgh6

8th Annual Rotary Car Show - Saturday, Sept 14 at New England Chapel

8th Annual Rotary Car Show - Saturday, Sept 14 

 

Family fun right here in Franklin!, September 14th, 9 AM - 1 PM!

 

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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT - Rotary Club of Franklin MA Pasta Dinner, 6/20/24 - IS BEING POSTPONED!

Greetings all!

postponed to TBD

Due to the rising temps, and where Thursday, June 20^th, heat is expected to reach triple digits, it has been decided that the health and wellbeing of our Franklin Senior Citizens and residents of Franklin Housing Authority, is far more important than our Rotary Annual Pasta Supper. We will postponing this event until further notice.

This was not an easy decision to make and we cannot thank you all enough, for your continued support of Rotary Club of Franklin MA.

We will reach out again, once a new date has been selected.

Yours truly,

Diane

Diane M. Padula

Franklin Rotary schedules Annual Pasta Dinner for senior citizens on June 20

Annual Pasta Dinner

 

The Rotary Club of Franklin, MA is excited to host their 32nd Annual Pasta Supper on June 20, 2024, and extend an invitation to all senior citizens of Franklin and residents of Franklin Housing Authority to join in on the festivities.

Please RSVP at the Senior Center or FHA.

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2nd Annual Comedy Fundraiser benefits the Franklin Rotary Club - Apr 20

“3 Comedian’s Walk into a bar…well, not a bar, but the Franklin Elks Lodge…” 

If you want to know how this joke ends, and you’re looking for some great laughs, delicious dinner, while supporting a local non-profit... Franklin Rotary has the just the ticket!

Come join us for our 2nd Annual Comedy Night Fundraiser at the Franklin Elks, 1077 Pond St., Franklin, MA 02038, on April 20.  Doors open at 5:30 PM where you will enjoy buffet dinner, cash bar, FREE door prize chance, raffles and the comedic stylings of 3 comic headliners; Jody Sloane, Harrison Stebbins, and the return of Mark Scalia.

Rotary Club of Franklin MA 2nd Annual Comedy Night Fundraiser

“We filled the room last year, and we are looking forward to an even better show this year!” said Joe Collins, incoming President Elect (2024-25).  He continued, “We work tirelessly to give back to our community and it’s fundraisers like this, which help to make it all possible.”

Reserve your table of 8 today! Tickets are only $50/pp and may be purchased by calling 508-284-9598, or online (+ $2 processing fee that covers dinner and the show) are available at: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35936/production/1190666

The Rotary Club International is a non-profit organization made up of a diverse group of men and women “who come together to create positive, lasting change in our communities and around the world.” https://www.rotary.org/en/about-rotary

Reminder: Rotary Club of Franklin MA - 2nd Annual Comedy Night Fundraiser, Saturday, April 20, 2024

“3 Comedian’s Walk into a bar… 

well, not a bar, 

but the Franklin Elks Lodge…” 

If you want to know how this joke ends, and you’re looking for some great laughs, delicious dinner, while supporting a local non-profit... Franklin Rotary has the just the ticket!

Come join us for our 2nd Annual Comedy Night Fundraiser at the Franklin Elks, 1077 Pond St., Franklin, MA 02038, on April 20.  Doors open at 5:30 PM where you will enjoy buffet dinner, cash bar, FREE door prize chance, raffles and the comedic stylings of 3 comic headliners; Jody Sloane, Harrison Stebbins, and the return of Mark Scalia.

Rotary Club of Franklin MA 2nd Annual Comedy Night Fundraiser

“We filled the room last year, and we are looking forward to an even better show this year!” said Joe Collins, incoming President Elect (24-25).  He continued, “We work tirelessly to give back to our community and it’s fundraisers like this, which help to make it all possible.”

Reserve your table of 8 today! Tickets are only $50/pp and may be purchased by calling 508-284-9598, or online (+ $2 processing fee that covers dinner and the show) are available at: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35936/production/1190666

The Rotary Club International is a non-profit organization made up of a diverse group of men and women “who come together to create positive, lasting change in our communities and around the world.” https://www.rotary.org/en/about-rotary

Rotary Club of Franklin MA 2nd Annual Comedy Night Fundraiser, Saturday, April 20, 2024

“3 Comedian’s Walk into a bar…well, not a bar, but the Franklin Elks Lodge…” 

If you want to know how this joke ends, and you’re looking for some great laughs, delicious dinner, while supporting a local non-profit... Franklin Rotary has the just the ticket!

Come join us for our 2nd Annual Comedy Night Fundraiser at the Franklin Elks, 1077 Pond St., Franklin, MA 02038, on April 20.  Doors open at 5:30 PM where you will enjoy buffet dinner, cash bar, FREE door prize chance, raffles and the comedic stylings of 3 comic headliners; Jody Sloane, Harrison Stebbins, and the return of Mark Scalia.

Rotary Club of Franklin MA 2nd Annual Comedy Night Fundraiser

“We filled the room last year, and we are looking forward to an even better show this year!” said Joe Collins, incoming President Elect (24-25).  He continued, “We work tirelessly to give back to our community and it’s fundraisers like this, which help to make it all possible.”

Reserve your table of 8 today! Tickets are only $50/pp and may be purchased by calling 508-284-9598, or online (+ $2 processing fee that covers dinner and the show) are available at: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35936/production/1190666

The Rotary Club International is a non-profit organization made up of a diverse group of men and women “who come together to create positive, lasting change in our communities and around the world.” https://www.rotary.org/en/about-rotary

The Rotary Club of Franklin MA is planning their 5th Annual Valentine’s Brunch, slated for February 10, 2024

The Rotary Club of Franklin MA is proud to announce that their 5th Annual Valentine’s Brunch is slated for February 10, 2024, from 10-:30 AM to 12:00 PM, at the Franklin Housing Authority Hall, located at 1000 Central Park Terrace, Franklin, MA 02038.

All Franklin Senior’s and residents of Franklin Housing Authority are welcome to join the Rotary Club as their special guests, where all will be treated to a delicious, homemade Valentine’s brunch. Feel free to show your love and wear your red!

Seniors are urged to enter their names on a sign-up so that no one is left out. Sign-up sheets may found at the following locations: 

• Central Park Terrace, 1000 Central Park Terrace, Franklin, MA

• Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street, Franklin, MA

The Rotary Club International is a non-profit organization made up of a diverse group of men and women “who come together to create positive, lasting change in our communities and around the world.” https://www.rotary.org/en/about-rotary

If you would like more information about our organization or interested in attending a meeting, please contact Diane Padula at padularotary@gmail.com, and she will make arrangements for you to be a guest at one of Rotary’s upcoming meetings. Rotary members meet the first and third Tuesday’s of each month, 5:30pm – 7:30pm at The Rome Restaurant, 4 East Central Street (Rte. 140), Franklin, MA. 

The Rotary Club of Franklin MA is planning their 5th Annual Valentine’s Brunch, slated for February 10, 2024

Franklin Rotary Club President Diane Padula talks about "service before self" and Rotary events (audio)

FM #1121 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1121 in the series. 

This shares my interview and discussion with Franklin Rotary Club President Diane Padula. Our discussion was conducted in the Franklin TV & Radio studio.

Diane calls herself a “Rotary kid” as she grew up with her father as a member for many years.

We talk about the Rotary Club as “service before self”, meeting twice a month at the Rome Restaurant in Franklin. The annual pasta dinner for seniors in June, the Valentine’s Brunch for seniors coming up in February, and other events they host in Franklin. This “small but mighty” group is always looking for new members.

The recording runs about 22 minutes, so let’s listen to my conversation with Diane as we talk about what the Rotary does for Franklin. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1121-franklin-rotary-club-president-diane-padula-12-11-23

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Franklin Rotary Club page  http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/Home.aspx?accountid=3689 

Prior Interview (Nov 2020) https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/11/fm-400-franklin-ma-rotary-club-111720.html 

Interact Club efforts (August 2020)  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/08/franklin-interact-delivers-100-masks-to.html 

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Franklin Rotary Club President Diane Padula talks about "service before self" and Rotary events (audio)

Comedy Night to benefit Clear Path for Veterans programs - April 22, 7 PM

Join us for a fun night on Saturday, April 22, that will benefit Clear Path for Veterans programs and services and the Franklin Rotary Club.

With your help, we will continue to provide much-needed support to local veterans and the community.

A cash bar will be available at 6 PM. If you are joining us for dinner, the Buffet will be open from 6 to 7 PM, and the event begins at 7 PM.

The event will include raffles and a door prize.

Follow news about the event on Facebook and invite your friends and family to join you.

The event is held at the Franklin Elks, 1077 Pond Street, Franklin MA

Follow the Facebook event -> https://www.facebook.com/events/758142929063447/

Comedy Night to benefit Clear Path for Veterans programs - April 22, 7 PM

Rotary Comedy Night - April 22 - 6 PM

Buffet Dinner (optional) starts 6 PM - Shows Start at 7PM

Franklin Elks 1077 Pond Street Franklin, Ma. 02038

Get your tickets online ->   https://clearpathnewengland.formstack.com/forms/comedy_show_2023_franklin

Rotary Comedy Night - April 22 - 6 PM