What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, November 15, 2025 ???

Saturday, November 15

8:00am St. Mary Men's Faith Formation Group (St. Mary's Parish)

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

9:00am Library Book Sale (Franklin Public Library)

10:00am Tri-County Open House for Middle Schoolers (Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

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

10:30am DINOvember Party! (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm FHSTC November Musical Teaser! (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Library Books By the Bag Sale (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Speaker Joe Landry, “The YMCA in Franklin: The Early Years" (Franklin Historical Museum)

2:00pm Cabaret (Dean College Main Stage Theater)

7:00pm Stickman Blue and Kaye Kelly (free concert) (Franklin United Methodist Church)

7:30pm Cabaret (Dean College Main Stage Theater)

7:30pm RUNA (ticketed concert) (Circle of Friends Coffeehouse, 262 Chestnut St)

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

**   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

A Wreath-of-Franklin, Shop Local & Think Franklin First! - Dec. 13

Town of Franklin, MA (@TOFranklinMA):

A Wreath-of-Franklin, Shop Local
& Think Franklin First!  - Dec. 13

A Wreath-of-Franklin, Shop Local & Think Franklin First!  - Dec. 13, 11 AM - 4 PM


For program details and how you can participate, visit  https://t.co/QS20ARjS2r  or https://franklinartsculture.my.canva.site/wreath25-program-site/


To purchase a Think Franklin First gift card and learn more about the program, visit https://t.co/qxHEIr6nr8  or https://franklingiftcard.com/

Shared from -> https://t.co/d6nyJVglFb  

Franklin, MA: Agenda for School Committee meeting Tuesday, Nov 18, 2025 at 7 PM

Franklin School Committee

November 18, 2025 7:00 PM

Municipal Building – Council Chambers

Call to Order Mr. Giguere

Organizational Meeting

Town clerk will Officially swear in new School Committee Members

Election of Chair 

Election of Vice Chair 

Pledge of Allegiance 

Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business

A. Review of Agenda

B. Payment of Bills TBD - Deferred to 12/9/25

C. Payroll TBD - Deferred to 12/9/25

D. FHS Student Representative Comments

E. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations

A. None

III. Discussion/Action Items

A. Policy - 2nd Reading/Adoption

I recommend adoption of the following policies as discussed: IKF - Graduation Requirements

IKFE - Competency Determinations

IV. Discussion Only Items

A. Inclement Weather Notice

B. Review of District/Superintendent’s Goals

C. ACCEPT Quarterly Update

V. Information Matters

A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports

B. School Committee Liaison Reports

VI. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes

I recommend approval of the minutes from your October 28, 2025 meeting as detailed.

B.   Lincoln St. 3-5 Gift

I recommend the acceptance of $800.00 from the Lincoln St 3-5 PCC for field trips as detailed.

VII. Good of the Order

VIII. Citizen’s Comments

IX. New Business

To discuss any future agenda items

X. Adjournment

The agenda doc also has remote participation info

https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/FPSD/6138802/SCAGENDA11-18-25.pdf

Franklin School Committee: School Committee MASC Workshop - Nov 18 at 5:30 PM

Franklin Public Schools

Franklin School Committee

School Committee MASC Workshop

November 18, 2025 - 5:30- 6:30 PM

Municipal Building – 3rd Floor Training Room

AGENDA

Franklin School Committee

"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."

● MASC Workshop

The agenda shows no remote participation option for this session

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11182025-1982

The G8 Football Team’s Journey to the EMASS Super Bowl (Part 3 of 3)

We have a special 3 part series to highlight the 3 teams for Franklin Panthers Youth Football who are playing in their respective Super Bowl games this weekend.  

Franklin Panthers Youth Football: The G8 Football Team

Part 3 of 3: the G8 Team

"We are incredibly proud to see our team reach the 8th grade Super Bowl this season. The core of this team has been together for many years, and this is their best season in their history.   

We have an incredibly strong roster, with depth at every position. We have two very talented quarterbacks, a deep stable of dangerous running backs, and a powerful offensive line that makes the entire offense click.  

It is said that defense wins championships, and ours has been one of the best defenses in the entire league, allowing only three touchdowns all season enroute to a 7–1 regular season record.  

But beyond football, our ambition is to develop good football players, but even better young men and women.  This is an incredibly high character group of athletes, and they live up to our team motto of “Iron Sharpens Iron”… A proverb that teaches us that we make each other better every day. 

We also rally behind the mantra of Everything is Earned, meaning nothing is given to us in life, but we must work and earn it.  It has been an honor to coach these outstanding athletes in their final year of youth football."

Ted Riedel

Head Coach

G8 Football Team picture collage

Flickr photo album combines submitted photos and FM team pictures

https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCAKTM

Franklin Matters team photos captured at Thursday's practice session https://photos.app.goo.gl/UQDapuXVA44gU2xd6

For more about the Franklin Panthers Youth Football organization ->

https://www.franklinpanthersyfb.com/franklinpanthersyfb/

The G6 Football Team’s Journey to the EMASS D1 Super Bowl (Part 2 of 3)

We have a special 3 part series to highlight the 3 teams for Franklin Panthers Youth Football who are playing in their respective Super Bowl games this weekend.  

Franklin Youth Football:G6 Football Team

Part 2 of 3: the G6 Team

"Our season began all the way back on July 28th, and this group of kids has worked incredibly hard to get to this point. They’ve learned what it truly means to be a team — to play unselfish football, to care for one another, and to never give up no matter the challenge.

This season has been full of adversity both on and off the field. Competing in Division 1 means we’re often up against bigger, faster, and stronger opponents. We may not have won every individual battle, but when we don't every single boy has gotten back up, fought harder the next play, and supported his teammates every step of the way. 

Off the field, the team has shown remarkable resilience and unity through some difficult personal losses including the passing of a teammate’s mother and a classmate who courageously battled cancer. To honor his memory and raise awareness for pediatric cancer, our players proudly wear yellow socks every game.

Many of these boys have been playing together since 2nd grade, and now as 6th graders, they’ve continued to improve every single season. Last year, we earned a spot in the Division 1 playoffs, which elevated us into the top division this year. In the past, we struggled against the tougher programs, but this year marked a turning point — the boys broke through and beat several teams for the first time ever, earning the #1 seed heading into the playoffs.

This Sunday, November 16, 2025 we’ll face North Attleboro in the Division 1 Super Bowl at 12:30 PM at Dedham High School. Admission is $10 (cash or Venmo), and kids 11 and under, as well as seniors and veterans, are free.

Here is a link to a few photos that capture the team’s spirit and journey this season — please feel free to use any of them for your story.

Thank you again for shining a light on these young athletes and the incredible heart they’ve shown this season. It’s been an honor to coach them and to watch them grow not just as players, but as teammates and friends.

Warm regards,
Jeff Davidson
Head Coach – G6 Franklin

Flickr photo album combines submitted photos and FM team pictures

https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCAKTM

Franklin Matters team photos captured at Thursday's practice session https://photos.app.goo.gl/UQDapuXVA44gU2xd6

For more about the Franklin Panthers Youth Football organization ->

https://www.franklinpanthersyfb.com/franklinpanthersyfb/

The G5 Football Team’s Journey to the EMASS Super Bowl (Part 1 of 3)

We have a special 3 part series to highlight the 3 teams for Franklin Panthers Youth Football who are playing in their respective Super Bowl games this weekend.  

Franklin Panthers Youth Football: The G5 Football Team

Part 1 of 3: the G5 Team

Head Coach Jason Aiello: Played Franklin football as a child to then coach his oldest in his youth career in Franklin football to come back the last three football seasons to coach this team.

Assistant Coaches: Bill Best, Matthew Rich, Dan Kenneally, Ryan Camire 

Players: 26 total…12 being new to the program and team this year 

Season Stats:

*4-4 record for the regular season

*2-0 record for the playoffs

*Super Bowl bound on Saturday, 11/15/25 at 12:00pm versus Brockton

Started season at 1-3 as it took time to develop field chemistry with the new players and the seasoned players. Finished second half of the season at 3-1 and rolled onto the playoffs with a knock out record to bring us to the Super Bowl.

Regular Season Stats:

*Offensive Stats:

Passing: 1,095 yards and 14 touchdowns

Rushing: 1,061 yards and 15 touchdowns

*Defensive Stats:

325 tackles

12 QB sacks

5 interceptions

7 fumble recoveries

1 defensive touchdown

Offensive average points per game: 19

Defensive average points allowed per game: 11.6

Thank you so much, 

Jason Aiello

Flickr photo album combines submitted photos and FM team pictures

https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCAKTM

Franklin Matters team photos captured at Thursday's practice session https://photos.app.goo.gl/UQDapuXVA44gU2xd6

For more about the Franklin Panthers Youth Football organization ->

https://www.franklinpanthersyfb.com/franklinpanthersyfb/

FHS football falls to BC High 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, November 14, 2025

Football - Non-Playoff = Franklin, 14 @ BC High, 33 – Final

Franklin TV video available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGPwJa8sz_s

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required) 

https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-11-14-25/

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

FHS Cross Country Individual Results from MIAA D1 State meet - Nov 15

The MIAA XC Meet of Champions was held on Nov 15, 2025 at Fort Devens. FHS had 2 runners qualify from this meet from their performance in the MIAA Division 1A Cross Country Championship on Nov 8.

Franklin High School
Cross Country Results

Boys 5000m (Division 1)

87 Kyle Twomey          17:03.38 Yr: 11

Girls 5000m (Division 1)

72 Victoria Courtright-Lim 20:18.69 Yr: 12

For the complete results of this Meet of Champions, please visit ->  https://lasttimeout.anet.live/meets/58249

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: Construction Updates ~ Monday (11/17) through Friday (11/21)

RT. 140 (West Central Street) Lane Closure Alert 7PM to 5AM!

Monday night, November 17, the Contractor will continue with the installation of the sewer force main within RT. 140 (West Central Street). The work will be contained within the southbound lane from Burger King to Beaver Street. During this time there will be evening lane closures on RT. 140 from 7PM to 5AM. Please use caution when traveling in this area and follow all posted signs.

Beaver Street Road Closed Notice - Monday 11/17  - Wednesday 11/19 7AM to 4PM

Starting Monday (11/17) through Wednesday (11/19) Beaver Street  at the MBTA train tracks will be closed. The road closure will be from 7am to 4pm Monday thru Wednesday.   

Those needing to access 242 to 290 Beaver Street will be able to use Rt. 140 only.  This includes access to Franklin Glass, Panera Fresh Dough Facility and Franklin Recreation.  Access to all other locations on Beaver Street, including the Town of Franklin Recycling Center, Beaver Street Recreation Area, and the businesses on Master Drive will be accessed from Grove St. 

Grove Street Closed Notice - Wednesday 11/19 - Friday 11/21 - 7AM to 4PM

Starting either Wednesday (11/19) or Thursday (11/20) Grove Street will be closed at the MBTA train tracks between the hours of 7am and 4pm.  The work on Grove Street will continue into the week of 11/24, stay tuned for further updates next week.

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project

Traffic turning onto Grove St from Rt. 140 will be detoured over to Beaver Street via Rt. 140. Please follow posted detour signs for directions. The area will be open to Local Traffic only to access the businesses and properties on Grove Street between Forge Hill Road and Rt. 140.

Beaver Street Pump Station

At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with construction of the exterior building structure, internal building component installation, and final site work.

For more details on the project:

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/557/Beaver-Street-Interceptor-BSI-Project

We're Here to Help: Supporting Students with Learning Difficulties - Webinar, Weds, Nov 19

View in browser Free resources for caregivers and educators supporting foster youth! Supporting Every Learner with TriTogether Most students in TriTogether have an IEP (Individualized Education Plan)—a powerful tool that helps each individual learn and grow in the way that works best for them. At TriTogether, we believe education should be for everyone, and IEPs help make that vision a reality.   If you care for—or work with—a student in foster or kinship care who has an IEP or learning disability, and you're unsure how to best support them, we're here to help! We've invited Elizabeth McWhorter, CEO and co-founder of ThriveIEP, to share practical strategies and insights on supporting students with learning challenges. Join us next Wednesday, November 19, at 7:30PM EST on Zoom, where Elizabeth will offer expert advice and answer your questions live. Register Here! This free virtual talk is open to everyone—even those outside of TriTogether! If you know someone who would benefit, please invite them to register separately and join us. Additional Resources for Foster Families Being part of a foster, kinship, or adoptive family is no small task. At TriTogether, we see the difference that extra support can have. Here are a few amazing organizations ready to step in to provide that support: Foster Care Essentials is a Massachusetts-born-and-based nonprofit providing free essentials to foster or kinship care families—including clothing, toys, diapers, school supplies, and personal hygiene products. Second Nurture partners with community-based organizations to create consistent support systems for foster and adoptive families. They host monthly group meetings with free on-site childcare and provide additional resources and services to help families succeed. Check out their website or contact their Boston cohort representative, Molly at molly@2nurture.org. If you know a child with a birthday coming up, The Gifted Crate provides custom birthday boxes to Massachusetts youth involved with the Department of Children and Families (including those living in biological, kin, foster or congregate care).  We Can't Stop Growing! We're celebrating an incredible year of growth! Check out our recent Instagram post highlighting how much our student referrals have increased over the past year—thanks to you. Follow us @tritogetherorg to continue growing with us! How You Can Help Volunteer We are always looking to grow our team of enthusiastic volunteer tutors at TriTogether. If you're interested, click the button to apply.  Refer a Student Do you know a student who could benefit from TriTogether? Please fill out a referral form, and we'll be in touch as quickly as possible.  Donate Donations are a vital component of making our mission come true. You can easily make a donation online, or you can email us if you prefer to send a check.  Become a Corporate Donor If your company is looking to support a local organization, you can sign up to become a monthly corporate donor for TriTogether at the link above. If these options don't suit you but you would still like to get involved, send us an email at info@tritogether.org! Thank you to all of our donors for making our growth possible! www.tritogether.org Sent with Zeffy The only 100% free fundraising suite in North America. Learn more about Zeffy