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

Understanding Antisemitism in 2025 - A Panel Discussion - Oct 28, 2025

On Tuesday, October 28, join State Representative Jeffrey Roy (D-Franklin), Rabbi Rachel Putterman of Temple Etz Chaim, and Reverend Kathleen McAdams of St John Episcopal Church for a panel discussion regarding antisemitism in the current moment. The event will take place at 7 PM at Franklin High School.

Understanding Antisemitism in 2025 -
A Panel Discussion - Oct 28, 2025 

Rep. Roy will moderate the panel discussion which will include the following:

• Jeremy Burton, CEO of the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Boston
• Rabbi Rachel Putterman, Temple Etz Chaim in Franklin
• Dr. Miri Bar-Halprin, Director of Trauma Training and Services at Parents for Peace and a lecturer at Harvard Medical School
• Mike Rubin, Uxbridge High School Principal and President of Temple Etz Chaim
• State Rep. Simon Cataldo, Co-Chair of the Special Massachusetts Committee on Combating Antisemitism
• Rev. Kathy McAdams, Saint John Episcopal Church, Franklin

This community conversation will address the history of antisemitism, experiences of antisemitism today, and communal responses to antisemitism including the work of the Special Commission and public school curriculum requirements.

Occurrences of antisemitic incidents have dramatically increased over the past five years, including in our community, especially since the outbreak of war on October 7, 2023. According to the Anti-Defamation League New England (ADL), there were 438 antisemitic incidents in Massachusetts in 2024, a nearly threefold increase from 152 antisemitic incidents in 2022.

There will be time at the end for the panelists to answer questions from the audience.

This event is open to the public.

Why is Franklin considering a new Police Station? Take a tour Sunday, Oct 5 at 6 PM to find out !!!

Franklin Police Chief TJ Lynch provides an overview of the current station as not providing enough space for the department to work effectively ->  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVKGwlfOXp4

Franklin Police Station Building Committee Chair Tom Mercer provides an intro to the video series as part of the project overview ->  https://youtu.be/hJjVX3ZOe9o

Franklin is one of the safest communities in America, thanks to its dedicated police force. Yet, officers operate in an outdated facility that no longer meets modern policing standards. Despite these challenges, the Franklin Police Department earned accreditation from the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission. A new, state-of-the-art station will provide the resources needed to keep Franklin safe for years to come.

Visit the building project page for additional info -> https://www.franklinmapoliceproject.com/

If you can't make this scheduled tour, you can take a virtual tour room by room with Chief Lynch narrating the existing conditions. On the Existing Conditions page, click to view video tours. 

On the Existing Conditions page, click to view video tours

Why is Franklin considering a new Police Station? Take a tour Sunday, Oct 5 at 6 PM to find out !!!

Note: The video tours cost the building project nothing. Steve Sherlock, Franklin Matters took the pictures and almost all the video. The drone video footage was provided by Deputy Chief James West. The audio narration was provided by Chief Lynch. The audio for the overview was provided by Tom Mercer. All recording and editing was performed by Steve Sherlock as part of his community service because "Franklin Matters".

2025 Town of Franklin Candidate for Planning Board Eric Steltzer (video)

Eric Steltzer, candidate for Planning Board, is the next in the series of interviews to share and help create informed voters in advance of the 2025 Biennial Election held at FHS on November 4.  

Early voting begins Oct 17 in the Town Clerk office during business hours. Our intention is to complete the interview series before Oct 13. 

Video link ->  https://youtu.be/SIbL1cXExCs

2025 Town of Franklin Biennial Election

2025 Town of Franklin Candidate for School Committee Al Charles (video)

Al Charles, candidate for School Committee, is the next in the series of interviews to share and help create informed voters in advance of the 2025 Biennial Election held at FHS on November 4.  

Early voting begins Oct 17 in the Town Clerk office during business hours. Our intention is to complete the interview series before Oct 13. 

Video link ->  https://youtu.be/d77-ZT6e9XE

2025 Town of Franklin Biennial Election

Sarah & Jillian give you the inside scoop on October at the Senior Center (audio)

FM #1527 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1527 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Sarah Amaral and Jillian Rochat, both with the Franklin Senior Center. We had our discussion in the Franklin Radio Studio on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.

 

We talk about 

• All the key event highlights for October

The show notes include links to the Senior Center page, the calendar of events, and to subscribe to the monthly newsletter. 

The recording runs about 43 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1527-franklin-senior-center-oct-2025-highlights-09-23-25/

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October 2025 newsletter ->

Franklin Senior Center page ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/583/Franklin-Senior-Center-Council-on-Aging 

October 2025 newsletter -> https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7021/October-2025-Newsletter?bidId= 

The newsletter archive page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/585/Connection-Newsletter 

Senior Center calendar view (just FSC events) -> https://franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37&showPastEvents=false 

Subscribe to the newsletter -> by calling 508-520-4945

 

My Active Center -> https://myactivecenter.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

• And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do

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 it!

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FHS football (video), field hockey & volleyball teams all post wins on Friday

Via Twitter, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Friday, October 3, 2025

Football = Franklin, 36 @ Algonquin, 0 – Final

1st Quarter: (F) Ethan Edmunds 19-yard pass to Stephon Reed, Owen Webster XP good; (F) Matt Wong 2-yard rush, Jacoby Brown two-point pass to M. Wong.

2nd Quarter: (F) Alex Weber 44-yard rush, O. Webster XP good.

3rd Quarter: (F) E. Edmunds 31-yard pass to S. Reed, O. Webster XP good; (F) A. Weber 85-yard rush, O. Webster XP good.

4th Quarter: No scoring.

Franklin TV video is available for replay => https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzOXFI7LF0c

Field Hockey = Sharon, 0 @ Franklin, 8 – Final 

– Franklin scored seven goals in the opening quarter and never looked back in a win on Senior Night. Addi Weiss opened the scoring just over two minutes in, followed by tallies from Ella Marzullo, Lila Reardon (twice), Lily Aparo, Cade Taccini, and Marzullo again to cap off the quarter. Senior Devon Barry came out of the cage and scored her first career goal in the third quarter. Elisa Ackerman filled in in net and combined with Barry for the shutout.

Volleyball = Sharon, 0 @ Franklin, 3 – Final 

– Franklin took care of business at home with a sweep over Sharon (25-14, 25-14, 25-12). Makayla Kuykendall led the Panthers with 12 kills, 11 digs, a block, and an ace, while Emerson Delleo added seven kills and 13 digs. Charlotte Yeulenski was strong at the net with six kills and five blocks, Gianna Laurello chipped in five kills and four blocks, and Olivia Alberti contributed five kills and three blocks. Phoebe O’Connor ran the offense with 34 assists, and Emma Cunningham anchored the defense with 17 digs. For Sharon, sophomore Katarina Budovalcev had 12 assists and 11 digs, and sophomore Lia Zephrani recorded seven kills.

Golf = King Philip, 153 @ Franklin, 156 – Final 

– King Philip secured the Kelley-Rex division title outright with a close win on the road at Franklin Country Club. Senior Jason Silva earned medalist honors with a round of 35, while Evan Regan carded a 37, Charlie Pelkey added a 39, and Leo Dowling shot 42 to help clinch it for the Warriors. For Franklin, Dylan O’Brien led the way with a 36 that included birdies on the first and second holes, Ben Burgess shot 39, Tyler Perlman added a 40, and Ayden Doyle finished with a 41 that featured a birdie on the fifth.

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)  

https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-10-03-25/

FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com

Check out the new edition of the School Committee Newsletter !!!

Franklin School Committee’s newsletter is available now! 

Learn about the arrival/departure improvements, Franklin Education Foundation (FEF) Legacy, and more... 

Read more & share your feedback: https://5il.co/3qnxv

Help the FHS girls soccer team: fundraiser with Panera today, Community Night Oct 9

Help the FHS girls soccer team

"Great week ahead!

Mark your calendars, support our FHS Girls Soccer with your Panera purchase on Saturday (10/04) and celebrate Franklin Soccer this Thursday (10/09)!

Halftime activity for kids 12 and under, raffles and the concession stand will be open!"

Shared from -> https://x.com/boosters_fhs/status/1974124289399103728

Community Night Oct 9

Tabulator testing scheduled for October 15 at 9 AM in Council Chambers

Tabulator testing for the biennial Town election 11/4/25 will be held October 15^th at 9:00 AM in the Town Council Chambers.

Town of Franklin: Tabulator Testing shows ballots will be read properly

The audio & notes of the testing conducted in 2022 is available to provide additional details on what is involved -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/11/town-of-franklin-tabulator-testing.html

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

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/DPRmw-Bku79/

Drummers Studio hosting 2 hour Jazz Drum Workshops Saturdays through October

Drummers Studio hosting
2 hour Jazz Drum Workshop

Tis the season! Jazz Band season!

Fall kicks off the season for Jazz all around the District.

Our Student, Gabe is prepping some comping ideas. We’re going to follow him throughout the Fall.

Stay Tuned! @drummersstudio is hosting 2 hour Jazz Drum Workshops, Saturdays thru October. Thanks

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPUhl4kkTgE/

Did you know the Drummers Studio celebrated 15 years here in Franklin earlier this year? I found out in May, sat down with Kris Russell in June and had a great conversation. You can listen to it here ->  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/06/kris-russell-and-i-talk-about-15th.html

Check out Heather’s interview on NBC 10 (video)

NBC 10 Link

"Thank you @nbc10boston and @priscillacasper for featuring @b.luxewigsandtoppers during last night’s broadcast!

We’re so excited! Check out Heather’s interview! Link in bio!" -> NBC 10 link

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

You can find our longer discussion ->

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/09/heather-talks-about-her-journey.html 

New fall hours for Applause!!!

New fall hours for Applause!!!

Announcing our new end of season hours!

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPUyFkeDpts/

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday, October 4, 2025

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio has a brand new schedule for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves. 

It is available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.

Tune in to listen to the following:

 

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, October 3, 2025 ??

Friday, October 3

Library & Senior Center events

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

2:00pm Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)

3:00pm Tom Abbott (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

4:00pm Pumpkin Patch (St John's Episcopal Church)

6:00pm Santa Foundation Gala (Franklin Elks Lodge #2136)

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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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