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Sunday, October 12, 2025
We’re Open Monday (10/13/25) BUT Pre-Registration Required for Children's Museum of Franklin
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Time to get your Franklin (MA) Questions Answered: Weds, Oct 15, 11:00 AM at the Senior Center or via Zoom
What is going on with .... ?
What happened to ....?
How come .... ?
Join Steve Sherlock, volunteer Community Information Director for Franklin Matters & Franklin Public Radio for an informal and informative Q&A session.
What is the session about?
• Steve provides some updates on what's happened in the past month in the first 10-15 minutes, then opens the floor to answer whatever questions you have.
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| Time to get your Questions Answered |
When: Wednesday, Oct 15, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Where: Franklin Senior Center (2nd floor conf room) and via Zoom
If you want the Zoom link, please use this form, or check with the Library/ or Senior Center front desk, or email me: https://forms.gle/
Remission Commission fundraiser calendar for November 2025
via Ariel Doggett:
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| Remission Commission fundraiser calendar for November |
If you win your names goes back in the hat so you can win again! Help us hit our $50k team fundraising goal!
EVERY dollar goes to support the Jimmy Fund. Together we can kick cancers a$$!
To buy a calendar message me or comment on the post.
Please share to help us spread the word. 
at these prizes!!:
at these prizes!!:Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/1F7iL8PUaw/
Paint & Sip Night scheduled for Franklin Tile, Thursday, Oct 23
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| Paint & Sip Night scheduled for Franklin Tile, Thursday, Oct 23 |
We'll be painting a beautiful ceramic trivet—a perfect handmade piece to bring home and use or gift!
What’s in store?
- Sips provided by: Vine Farmer
- Paint & Supplies by: Creative Corner
Come for the art, stay for the wine, and leave with something uniquely yours
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday, October 12, 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:
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| Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday |
Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf
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| Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday |
Saturday, October 11, 2025
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, October 11, 2025 ??
Saturday, October 11
9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)
10:00am Fairmount Fruit Farm U-Pick Weekend (live music & more)
10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
10:30am Franklin's Not So Scary Halloween Party (Franklin Public Library)
12:00pm Pumpkin Patch (St John's Episcopal Church)
2:00pm Craftalong for Adults (Franklin Public Library)
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
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar
Second Sunday Speaker Series: Uncas, Hero or Villain - Oct 12 at 1:15 PM
Join Historical Commission Chair Alan Earls for a slide show exploration of this complex and crucial, Colonial-era leader whose name adorns a town pond and multiple roads in Franklin.
Uncas helped to give the Mohegan tribe of Connecticut its own identity and culture, which survives to this day, but has drawn criticism for his cooperation with invading English settlers. We will dive into his life and times and his legacy in a 45-minute talk.
The program starts at 1:15. The museum is open from 1-4 and admission is free.
The Franklin Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central Street, Franklin. The museum is open Saturday mornings from 10AM-1PM (except as noted above), Sunday afternoons from 1:00PM-4:00PM, and, experimentally, Thursday from noon to 5 PM.When visiting the museum, please consider donating a non-perishable item for the Franklin Food Pantry. Questions? Contact Alan Earls at 508 560 3786. Visit us online at https://www.franklinmuseum1778.org
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| Franklin Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central Street, Franklin |
Agenda for Franklin School Committee - October 14 at 7 PM
Franklin School Committee
October 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Municipal Building – Council Chambers
A G E N D A
“The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.”
Call to Order Mr. Callaghan
Announcements from the Chair
Pledge of Allegiance
Moment of Silence
I. Routine Business
A. Review of AgendaB. Payment of Bills Mr. CallaghanC. Payroll Mr. McNeillD. FHS Student Representative CommentsE. Superintendent’s Report
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| Agenda for Franklin School Committee - October 14 at 7 PM |
II. Guests/Presentations
A. Club UpdateB. Franklin Food Pantry
III. Discussion/Action Items
A. none
IV. Discussion Only Items
A. none
V. Information Matters
A. School Committee Sub-Committee ReportsB. School Committee Liaison Reports
VI. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of MinutesI recommend approval of the minutes from your September 30, 2025 School Committee Meeting as detailed.
B. Lincoln 3-5 GiftI recommend the acceptance of $800.00 from the Lincoln St 3-5 PCC for field trips as detailed.
C. Student Activity Club ApprovalI recommend approval of the Student Activity Clubs as detailed.
VII. Good of the Order
VIII. Citizen’s Comments
IX. New Business
To discuss any future agenda items
X. Executive Session
A. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the FEA, Van Drivers, Cafeteria, ESP/LPN and Secretaries units as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the School Committee and the chair so declares.
XI. Adjournment
2025-26 Meeting Packet Materials
The Pumpkins Are Here! Time To Decorate!
The pumpkins are at St. John’s Episcopal Church now through Halloween
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| The pumpkin patch returns to St John's for October! |
A huge selection of pumpkins, gourds and colorful mum plants will fill the front lawn at St. John’s Church. Kids will have fun picking out their favorites. It’s a cute photo opportunity for families and a good time to start decorating for autumn.
Open 7 days a week, here’s the schedule:
- Monday-Friday 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Saturdays 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Sundays Noon - 4:00 PM
- Monday October 13, open all day from 10 AM to 5 PM
The pumpkins are grown using sustainable agricultural practices that help benefit the environment. They are grown in a region of New Mexico with 42% unemployment, providing jobs for Navajo people. Proceeds from pumpkin & plant sales benefit the Navajo Nation in New Mexico as well as St. John’s Church and its service in the Franklin community.
Agenda for the Franklin School Committee - Policy Subcommittee Meeting - Oct 14 at 6 PM
Franklin School Committee
Policy Subcommittee Meeting
DATE: 10/14/25 TIME: 6:00 - 7:00 PM
AGENDA
"The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may, in fact, be discussed, and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law."
I. Attendance -
II. Distribution of Approved Policies
A. none
Ill. Discussion of Policies sent to School Committee
A. None
IV. Policy Revisions & New Policies - New Discussion Item
A. IKF: Graduation Requirement (new)B. IKFE: Competency Determination (new)
The agenda doc contains remote participation info ->
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| Agenda for the Franklin School Committee - Policy Subcommittee Meeting - Oct 14 at 6 PM |
2025 Town of Franklin Candidate for School Committee Nadia Mausolf (video)
Nadia Mausolf, candidate for School Committee, is the last in the series of 23 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/KSiGm-COBdk
FHS football tops Taunton 21-20 on Friday (video)
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 10, 2025
Football = Taunton, 20 @ Franklin, 21 - Final
Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAiKO3k0R90
1st Quarter: (T) Amari Teixeira 7-yard rush, Conversion failed; (F) Alex Weber 2-yard rush, Owen Essam XP good.
2nd Quarter: (T) A. Teixeira 11-yard rush, Dylan Keenan conversion pass to Dio Silva.
3rd Quarter: (F) Ethan Edmunds 24-yard pass to Stephon Reed, O. Essam XP good; D. Keenan 15-yard rush, XP no good.
4th Quarter: (F) A. Weber 10-yard rush, O. Essam XP good.
"Different story, same ending. Euphoria for Franklin and heartbreak for Taunton.For the second time in three years, Franklin tied the game in the final minute and kicked the go-ahead point after to stun Taunton at Pisini Field.In what was essentially a 97-yard swing in momentum, the Panthers put together a clock-chewing, game-winning drive. Under the guidance of freshman quarterback Ethan Edmunds, Franklin marched 71 yards on 14 plays, draining six minutes and thirty-five seconds off the clock before senior Alex Weber punched in the tying touchdown from 10 yards out with just 49 seconds to play.Owen Essam drilled the point after, and Franklin’s defense stood tall on Taunton’s last-second push to lock up a 21-20 win."
Continue reading the game recap by Ryan Lanigan || HockomockSports.com Editor (subscription required) https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-football-stuns-taunton-with-clutch-game-winning-drive/
For a photo gallery from this game (subscription required)
For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)
https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-10-10-25/ |
| FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com |
You can help the Music Boosters raise some dough! at Panera on Wednesday, Oct 15
Yes, this is easy to do. You can help the Music Boosters raise some dough! at Panera on Wednesday, Oct 15.
If ordering online via the app or kiosk, use the code "FUND4U". If ordering directly, let the person know.
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| You can help the Music Boosters raise some dough! at Panera on Wednesday, Oct 15 |
Franklin Senior Center is proud to host The Dementia Experience - Registration Required - Oct 16 at 1:00 PM
Next week, the Franklin Senior Center is proud to host The Dementia Experience.
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| The Dementia Experience - Registration Required - Oct 16 at 1:00 PM |
The Dementia Experience uses sensory modifications and role playing activities to depict real situations that a person living with Mild Cognitive Impairment or dementia would face. Getting dressed, taking your daily medications and preparing a meal, are all simple activities that are severely thwarted by cognitive disability.
The Dementia Experience thrusts you into the daily life of someone with dementia by simulating the physical ailments afflicting many seniors and creating the frustration, confusion and anxiety that accompanies cognitive impairment.
Registration is required, please call the Senior Center to sign-up!
508-520-4945
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Listening session schedule set for Chapter 70 Local Contribution Study by DESE & DLS
The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education today announced a series of public hearings regarding the state chapter 70 formula. The listening sessions are part of a Chapter 70 Local Contribution Study included in the state’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget and conducted by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and Department of Revenue’s Division of Local Services (DLS).
These listening sessions will inform the final Chapter 70 Local Contribution Study that examines the methods used to determine each municipality’s target local contribution and required local contribution toward school funding. The study will also consider the impact of factors such as income and property wealth, the effect on municipal services, and the unique challenges of rural and regional school districts. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and DLS expect to release the final report in the summer.
Listening session schedule:
Thursday, October 23, 2025
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| Chapter 70 Local Contribution Study |
Masconomet Regional High School, 20 Endicott Road, Boxford
Thursday, October 30, 2025
4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Doherty Memorial High School, 299 Highland St., Worcester
Thursday, November 6, 2025
4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Greenfield High School, 21 Barr Ave., Greenfield
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
4:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Virtual public comment hearing
Register online
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Apponequet Regional High School, 100 Howland Road, Lakeville
The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and DLS encourage the submission of written comments, which can be emailed to C70PublicComment@mass.gov.
Fairmount Fruit Farm u-Pick Weekend fun - Saturday, October 11 from 10 AM to 4 PM
Get in your apple picking needs tomorrow before the season ends! 10 AM - 4 PM hayrides and more. We have a great lineup with wonderful people.
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| Fairmount Fruit Farm u-Pick Weekend fun - Saturday, October 11 from 10 AM to 4 PM |
It may be a tad chilly, but will that stop you from a delicious scoop of ice cream from C&C? They also offer coffee, root beer floats, and more!
Music by David Penza Music - www.davidpenzamusic.com
Rushford & Sons Brewhouse
Sweet Honey Treats
Cool 3D prints by Critter Prints
Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CThqFsDBZ/
ALERT: 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node Meeting NEXT Wednesday, October 15 at 7 PM
Hi all!
Our next 350 Mass Franklin Node meeting will this one time be held next Wednesday, October 15th from 7-9 PM. It will be a hybrid meeting, meaning both in person at FUSF, 262 Chestnut Street in Franklin, as well as on Zoom for those who can't make it in person.
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| 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node |
Meeting Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81930304274?pwd=Tm9VdGxYcDFaVTVDUkwyT3YvUnlFdz09
Meeting ID: 819 3030 4274 Passcode: 350ma
Meeting ID: 819 3030 4274 Passcode: 350ma
Dial-in +1 646 876 9923
The reason for the change is that a special No Kings Safety and Security Training will be held in the FUSF sanctuary on our usual meeting date of Thursday, October 16th in preparation for the national No Kings demonstrations taking place Saturday, October 18th. Some of our members will be attending this training session.
Link to the training for those interested:
Also, for future reference, our regular meetings will remain on the first and third Thursdays of the month from 7:00 - 9:00. However, the first Thursday will now be Zoom only, and the third Thursday will be hybrid, meaning in person as well as by Zoom. This is to accommodate another group requiring the Dana Room on first Thursdays.
Look for our planned October 16th discussion items in our usual pre-meeting announcement which will be emailed to you on Monday, October 13th.
Thank you, and hoping to see you in person and by Zoom next Wednesday at 7 PM.
With gratitude,
Carolyn, Rand and Steve
Carolyn, Rand and Steve
508-335-0848 Carolyn cell
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday, October 11, 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:
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| 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
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| Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday |
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