What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, July 31, 2026 ???

Friday, July 31

Franklin Lions Clothing Drive active through Aug 22   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/07/the-franklin-lions-conducting-clothing.htmlcloth

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

2:00pm Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)

3:00pm Its A "J" Thing (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

5:30pm Frank Padula Band (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

7:30pm John Titmas (live music) (The SHED craft bar & kitchen)

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/DocumentCenter/View/9890

***  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

Fallen Hero Recognition Schedule for August 2026

Fallen Hero Recognition Schedule for August 2026

A series of Memorial events are scheduled for 9:00 AM on the Town Common Veterans Walkway to honor those Fallen Heroes on their "killed in action" date.   

This program will include the placing of a Memorial Wreath for the day, the playing of Taps, a salute from those present, and a reading of whatever history may be available for that fallen hero.  

This is a way of keeping the memory of that hero alive.

• August 15 – Jules E. Perret – WWII
• August 15 – Robert R. Pirelli – Iraq
• August 20 – Edward C. Dailey – WWII
• August 22 – John W. Wyllie, Jr. – WWII

The schedule of Fallen Heroes for the year on one page (PDF)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tlyiAK18owM81p8aJs1vhKc3p2bIK1cv/view?usp=drive_link

Fallen Hero Recognition: Anthony J. Mucciarone, Jr., World War II - July 30, 2026 at 9 AM

Memorial event today (7/30/26) at 9 AM on the Town Common Veterans Walkway to honor Anthony J. Mucciarone, Jr., World War II. 

This program will include the placing of a Memorial Wreath for the day, the playing of Taps, a salute from those present, and a reading of whatever history  may be available for that veteran.  This is a way of keeping the memory of that veteran alive.

Fallen Hero: Staff Sergeant Anthony J. Mucciarone, Jr., U.S. Army

Staff Sergeant Anthony J. Mucciarone, Jr., U.S. Army, was born on July 28, 1924 son of Anthony, Sr. and Vera Mucciarone. Anthony lived at 31 Cleveland Avenue with his parents, two brothers and one sister. Anthony attended the Franklin Public Schools ,was a member of the Franklin High School class of 1942 but left high school at the end of his junior year. Anthony entered the army on April 23, 1943.  

Staff Sgt Anthony J. Mucciarone, Jr. rose in rank from buck private to staff sergeant in two months and was awarded a citation for personal and group heroism for his combat participation with the invasion forces in Normandy, commencing on June 6, 1944. He was a member of the 29th Infantry Division which captured St. Lo after almost continuous combat since its landing in Normandy on D-Day. Staff Sgt Anthony J. Mucciarone, Jr. was also a member of the 116th regiment of the 29th which successfully attacked a heavily fortified and strongly defended beach in the vicinity of Vievill-sur-Mer. The Corps Commander cited the 29th’s repeated “personal and group heroism and its unflagging devotion to duty which overcame discomfiture, fatigue and determined resistance of a resourceful enemy.”  

Staff Sgt Anthony J. Mucciarone, Jr. died in combat in France on July 30, 1944 at age 20 years. Anthony rests eternally in the Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, France.

Fallen Hero: Staff Sgt Mucciarone

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, July 24, 2026 ???

Friday, July 24

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

2:00pm Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)

3:00pm David Rak (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

3:00pm Zucchini Race - check-in (Franklin Town Common)

5:30pm Paradise Flyer (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

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/DocumentCenter/View/9890

***  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

David Rak & Paradise Flyer scheduled to provide live music at the Farmers Market/Concert on the Common Friday, July 24

Join us this Friday for live music on the Franklin Town Common while you shop the Franklin Farmers Market!

David Rak | 3:00 - 5:00 pm
Paradise Flyer | 5:30 - 7:30 pm

Spend the afternoon downtown with local vendors, fresh food, and great music.

Shared from - https://www.instagram.com/p/DbGk47Vgbcw/

Get your zucchini ready to race Friday at the Farmers Market !!

Ready, set ... ZUKE!

There is more than fresh produce and local vendors waiting for you this Friday!

The Great Zucchini Race is almost here! From creative zucchini racers to fan favorite voting, its an afternoon fun for all ages.

Farmers Market - Friday, July 24 | 2:00 - 6:00 PM

Zuke Check-in: 3:00 to 4:00 PM

Fan Favorite voting: 4:00 to 4:30 PM

Race begins: 4:45 PM

Bring your friends, support local vendors, and don't forget to cast your vote for fan favorite!

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/1buvbkzr2v/

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, July 18, 2026 ???

Saturday, July 18

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

9:00am Fallen Hero: Alesandro Patete & Patrick Ristaino (Veterans Walkway, Franklin Town Common)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00pm    Revolutionaries in White: A Look Across Three Centuries of Bridal Fashion (Franklin Historical Museum)

10:00am Rise Up (Franklin United Methodist Church)

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

For additional details on Library events -> https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

***  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

Fallen Hero Recognitions: Petete & Ristaino - World War I - July 18, 2026 - 9 AM

Memorial event today (7/18/26) at 9 AM on the Town Common Veterans Walkway to honor Alesandro Patete, Pvt, U.S. Army and Patrick Ristaino, Pvt, U.S. Army. 

This program will include the placing of a Memorial Wreath for the day, the playing of Taps, a salute from those present, and a reading of whatever history  may be available for that veteran.  This is a way of keeping the memory of that veteran alive.

Alesandro Patete, Pvt, U.S. Army -  WWI

Alesandro was born in Pescolanicano, Italy in 1893, son of Vincent and Michela (Padula) Patete. 

He was a baker by trade and lived in Franklin for 8 years before joining the Army. He was inducted into the Army on October 16,1917, joining Company I 309th Infantry. He went overseas on May 18, 1918, and 3 months later died from his wounds on this date 1918 on the height's northeast of Sergy, France at the Battle of the Argonne. 

He is buried in Meuse-Argonne Cemetery. 

On January 7, 1968, Alesandro was posthumously honored with a Purple Heart at a large ceremony at the Oddfellows Hall in Franklin. His certificate was received by his brother Domenic Patete.

Alesandro Patete, Pvt, U.S. Army -  WWI

Patrick Ristaino, Pvt, U.S. Army -  WWI

Patrick was only 23 when he died in combat. He was born in August of 1895 of Michael and Silvia Ristaino. He was one of three brothers. Patrick had risen to the position of foreman of Franklin's rubber factory when he was called to join the Army on October 4, 1917. 

After serving with the 76th Division for a time, he transferred to Co. K 165th Infantry of the 42 Division and went overseas on March 12, 1918.

He was mortally wounded on the height's northeast of Sergey France, in the Ainse- Marne offensive and died on this date in 1918.

He too, was honored posthumously with the Purple Heart at a large ceremony at the Oddfellows Hall in Franklin, on January 7, 1968. His certificate was received by his cousin, Patrick M. Ristaino, on behalf of Patrick's brother, Raymond Ristaino of Falmouth.

Patrick Ristaino, Pvt, U.S. Army -  WWI

For the full published series of Fallen Heroes you can visit this link
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/08/franklin-fallen-heroes-series.html

Photo album of the Fallen Hero pillars along the Veterans Walkway

https://photos.app.goo.gl/oRGdmq9krLNEBnjJ7

For the schedule of Fallen Hero recognitions 

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/03/honoring-our-franklin-veterans-who-died.html

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, July 17, 2026 ???

Friday, July 17

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

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

2:00pm Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)

3:00pm Matt Zajac (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

5:30pm 3Sum Band (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

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/DocumentCenter/View/9890

***  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

Fallen Hero Recognition: Gerald M. Parmenter - World War II - July 17, 2026 - 9 AM

Memorial event today (7/17/26) at 9 AM on the Town Common Veterans Walkway to honor First Lieutenant Gerald M. Parmenter, U.S. Army Air Corps. 

This program will include the placing of a Memorial Wreath for the day, the playing of Taps, a salute from those present, and a reading of whatever history  may be available for that veteran.  This is a way of keeping the memory of that veteran alive.

Fallen Hero: First Lieutenant Gerald M. Parmenter, U.S. Army Air Corps

First Lieutenant Gerald M. Parmenter, son of Ernest and Maud Parmenter, was born on October 18, 1917. Gerald lived at 466 King Street with his parents and a twin brother. He attended the Franklin Public Schools and was graduated from Franklin High School in 1935 and from Hill College in Woonsocket in 1937. Gerald did accounting work at local businesses and was associated with his father at the Red Mount Poultry Farm here in Franklin.  

Prior to the war Gerald, who was very enthusiastic about aviation, obtained his license as a civilian pilot. Gerald enlisted in the Army Air Corp in August of 1942 and was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in 1943 at Yuma, Arizona. First Lieutenant Parmenter served as a pilot in the air transport ferrying command, piloting planes built in this country to the British Government in Nassau.  

First Lieutenant Gerald M. Parmenter died from injuries received in an air crash while in the line of duty near Ramsar, India in the Asiastic Theatre.  

First Lieutenant Gerald M. Parmenter was 26 years old at the time of his death on July 17, 1944 while serving his country during WWII.

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/08/fallen-hero-first-lieutenant-gerald-m.html 

For the full published series of Fallen Heroes you can visit this link
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/08/franklin-fallen-heroes-series.html

Photo album of the Fallen Hero pillars along the Veterans Walkway

https://photos.app.goo.gl/oRGdmq9krLNEBnjJ7

Fallen Hero: First Lieutenant Parmenter

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, July 10, 2026 ???

Friday, July 10

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

2:00pm Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)

3:00pm Mike Tarara (live music)     (Franklin Town Common)

5:30pm Fourplay (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

7:30pm Mike Goulet (live music)     (The SHED craft bar & kitchen)

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/DocumentCenter/View/9890

*** 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 vendors are at the Franklin Famers Market today?

You have the question. 

We have the answers thanks to the good folks at the Franklin Farmers Market !!!

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Sunday, July 5, 2026 ???

Sunday, July 5

12:00pm 4th of July Celebration (Franklin Town Common)

***  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: Friday, July 3, 2026 ???

Friday, July 3 = Independence Day (substitute)

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

5:00pm 4th of July Celebration (Franklin Town Common)

Note: No Farmer's Market today due to the 4th Celebration. The market returns next Friday, July 10.

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/DocumentCenter/View/9195/May-2026-Newsletter?bidId=

***  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: Wednesday, July 1, 2026 ???

Wednesday, July 1

10:00am Veterans Coffee Social (Franklin Senior Center) next social in August

6:30pm Bingo night (Kings Brick Oven Pizza & Pub)

6:30pm Franklin Elks Bingo Night (Franklin Elks Lodge #2136)

7:00pm Smarty Pants Trivia (Raillery Public House)

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/DocumentCenter/View/9195/May-2026-Newsletter?bidId=

***   Town Meetings today ***

Board of Health Meeting

Wednesday, July 1 Time: 5:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-2387 

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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

Franklin 4th of July Coalition: Music Schedule

Wednesday, July 1

6:00 - Ricky Brennan Jr.

As one of the founding members of Wheat, Ricky recorded three internationally released albums, toured the US & Europe numerous times, and performed on national TV shows such as NBC's Late Night with Conan O'Brien and Last Call with Carson Daly. 

8:00 - GQ & The Lady

GQ and the Lady is an experienced, musically diverse dance band, featuring one of the areas most versatile and dynamic lead female vocalists

Thursday, July 2

6:00 - Garden of Hedon

Garden of Hedon is a 70s-influenced psychedelic blues-rock band. Known for high-energy live sets, the band blends classic rock swagger with punk attitude.

7:15 - Ozzie Tribute Band

Local musicians pay tribute to the Prince of Darkness.

8:30 - The Zajac Brothers

The Zajac Brothers Band features songwriter Tyler Zajac along with his brother Matthew Zajac on drums. They've assembled a versatile group of musicians to achieve.

Friday, July 3

12:00 - Two Guys Who Like Sharks

Acoustic rock with driving bass lines for music from the 80s through today

1:30 - Midnight Ride

Midnight Ride delivers high-energy music from rock’s golden age, spanning the ’60s to the ’90s. With a setlist full of classic American rock, British Invasion hits, and smooth yacht rock

3:00 - George Cross Project

With the fierce guitar work of George Cross, and  untamed vocals of Andrew Coyle, The George Cross Project has been electrifying audiences with their unique blend of “East Coast Blues”. 

4:30 - Attleboro School of Rock

School of Rock is the leader in performance-based music education, ..... taking students from the lesson room to the stage.

6:30 - Full Circle

Full Circle is a five piece Rock & Roll and dance band with a variety of classics and newer covers. 

8:00 - Jeff Pitchell

Jeff Pitchell is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and recording artist. He leads the band Jeff Pitchell and Texas Flood performing original and classic rock selections

Saturday, July 4

12:00 - Mike Crandall Franklin Blues Festival

Local, National and International Blues Artist perform and pay tribute to Mike Crandall and his music.

12:00 - ED PEABODY & THE BIG BLUE THANG 

1:15 -  CLIFF TAYLOR & THE UNDERTAKERS

2:30 - NEAL & THE VIPERS

3:45 - MIKE CRANDALL TRIBUTE BAND

5:00 - SUGAR RAY & THE BLUETONES

6:15 - CARL RICCI & 706 UNION AVE 

7:30 - THE DARRELL NULISCH BAND

8:45 - RICHIMAN & GROOVE NICE

Sunday, July 5

12:00 - Jamie Barrett

Jamie Barrett is a beloved Franklin singer-songwriter, guitarist and music teacher. 

1:15 - Padula Family Band

Franklin's own Padula Family performs timeless jazz standards and the sounds of blues. Featuring Ryan, Matthew and Aiden Padula along with Ian Richardson.

2:30 - Dave Fields Band with Special Guest Diane Blue

Dave Fields live is an electrifying experience. His soulful singing is punctuated with a performance of guitar virtuosity, blues, rock and beyond. He is joined by special guest Diane Blue 

4:00 - Beantown Swing Orchestra

Beantown Swing Orchestra specializes in big band swing. It produces the distinct big band sound recognized by generations worldwide

You can also find the full schedule - https://www.franklin4th.com/music

Please support the event DONATE or https://franklin-july-4th-coalition-2.snwbll.com/2024-july-4th

Franklin 4th of July Coalition: schedule of events

Wednesday, July 1

Carnival Hours: 6-10

WRIST BANDS: 6-10

Music: 8-10

Franklin 4th of July Coalition: schedule of events

Thursday, July 2

Carnival Hours: 6-10

WRIST BANDS: 6-10

Music: 6-10

Fireworks: 10

Friday, July 3

Carnival Hours: 12-10

WRIST BANDS: 12-5

MEGAPASS: 12-10

Music: 12-10

Saturday, July 4

Carnival Hours: 12-10

WRIST BANDS: 12-5

MEGAPASS: 12-10

Music: 12-10

Sunday, July 5

Carnival Hours: 12-6

WRIST BANDS: 12-4

MEGAPASS: 12-6

Music: 12-6

Check out additional details at https://www.franklin4th.com/music