Franklin TV: Basketball!

Franklin is in the Finals!

by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 03/16/2025

Game ON!

Our Franklin Panthers are in the MIAA Division 1 basketball Finals against Newton North Tigers. It all happens at Tsongas Arena, Sunday evening, 6pm and Franklin Public Radio will carry the game live on 102.9fm and streaming on our website, wfpr.fm.

Franklin TV: Basketball!

Our Panthers are the #1 seed and Newton North  is the #3 seed.

This is Franklin’s 4th attempt to capture the State Championship title since 2017. Past losses were against Cambridge Rindge and Latin, Mansfield, and North HS of Worcester. Franklin – looking to win their first boys basketball state title.

GO PANTHERS!

And – as always –

Thank you for watching.

Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm. 

And staying informed at Franklin●news.

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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Tickets on sale for the All Night Party - FHS Class of 2025

All Night Party - FHS Class of 2025

"Purchase your all night party tickets now!!! 

Link in bio to purchase and for more information"

Tickets ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TTz82c3FBbJPZ6KIEtUKKXiRu-FK4JV_/view

Volunteer to help ->   https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bo-zn2E5JAYisuYDVDNstEqhyGYiOZCQTcGFkBIZXhM/edit?tab=t.0

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Class of 2028 fund raising at Papa Ginos, - Tuesday, March 18 from 4 to 9 PM

Class of 2028 fund raising at Papa Ginos

 

"Help the Class of 2028 by placing an order on Tuesday, March 18 from 4 to 9 PM"

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Franklin Senior Center Closure Extended Through March 18th

Transportation Services available; Main phone line open

The Franklin Senior Center will remain closed through March 18, 2025, as we put the finishing touches on the facility. The work crew has done an outstanding job, completing the project on schedule. This brief extension reflects the town’s commitment to ensuring you return to a space that’s not just improved, but fully prepared, refreshed, and deep cleaned—better than when you left it.

“We appreciate the incredible work of our Facilities Department in completing this much-needed project,” said Sarah Amaral, Director. “Their dedication has been outstanding, and we want to take the extra time to make sure the center is in top shape when we welcome everyone back.”

The new reopening date is Wednesday March 19, 2025, and we are excited to greet our community with a warm and inviting space. To celebrate, we will still be hosting our Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner, prepared and served by the Franklin Fire Department, now scheduled for March 20th.

Franklin Senior Center Closure Extended Through Mar 18

During this extended closure, the only programs available will be our transportation services. We sincerely appreciate the patience and understanding of our seniors, families, and supporters during this time. For questions, transportation assistance, or to receive robocall updates, please call the Senior Center at 508-520-4945.

For the latest updates, visit:

• Franklin Senior Center Webpage: https://www.franklinma.gov/583/Franklin-Senior-Center-Council-on-Aging

• Franklin Senior Center Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/franklinseniorcenter

Memory Cafe on Wednesday March 19 features Kalifornia Karl

Memory Cafe on Wednesday March 19

Hello All,

We look forward to seeing you all on Wednesday March 19th at 1pm at our "Where's The Toast?!" Memory Cafe.  

You MUST RSVP to attend this wonderful, free event.

Kalifornia Karl will be entertaining us this month! 

--

Ariel Doggett

Programming / Volunteer Coordinator

Phone: 508-520-4945

Fax: 508-520-4917

https://www.franklinma.gov/fsc

    

"We rise by lifting others" - Robert Ingersoll

There is no act of kindness too small

Franklon Police help celebrate Joan's 92 birthday

(L-R) Callie, Joan, Andressa (FPD Photo)

"Happy 92nd Birthday to the fabulous Joan! 🎂🎉 This week, Officer Andressa Rosa and Clinician Kallie Montagano stopped by with a card and flowers to help celebrate. It’s become a birthday tradition, and honestly, we’re starting to think Joan is aging backwards! I mean, she’s practically glowing! Meanwhile, Officer Rosa and Clinician Kallie are still trying to figure out how to keep up with her youthful energy. 😄

Building strong community relationships is our favorite part of the job, and it’s moments like these that remind us how important they are. Our officers and clinicians strive to create these special connections, and we couldn’t be happier to celebrate Joan’s milestone together! Here’s to many more years of defying age, Joan! Happy Birthday!"

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Nicholas Kitchen, in recital in Attleboro at the Chaminade Shubert Club - March 16

3/16 in Attleboro

An invitation to Nicholas Kitchen in recital at the Chaminade Shubert Club Dear Friends of LiveARTS, We would like to extend an invitation to you to join us for a concert presented by our sister organization, the Chaminade Schubert Club of Attleboro. This concert will be a spectacular recital by the celebrated violinist Nicholas Kitchen, featuring selections from the six Sonatas and Partitas for solo violin, by J.S. Bach. The concert will be Sunday, March 16th, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., at Murray Unitarian Universalist Church, 505 North Main Street, Attleboro, MA 02703. Murray Church is handicap accessible, with adjacent parking available. This concert is free, though donations are appreciated. For more information: chaminademusicclub.org Many thanks, Ann Sears Artistic Director, LiveARTS Copyright © 2022 LiveARTS, Franklin, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: LiveARTS, P.O. Box 678, Franklin, MA 02038

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Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday, March 16, 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 ia 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:

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 Sunday

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

Saturday, March 15

* "Look Up" Gallery (Franklin Public Library during open hours)

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church) 

9:30am Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) (Franklin Public Library) 

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

7:00pm Country Dance: Reels and More! (First Universalist Society Franklin)

7:30pm FPAC: Mel Brooks "The Producers" (THE BLACK BOX)

For additional details on Library events ->    

https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

** NO Town Meetings today   **

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Why are there multiple calendars?

What's happening today in Franklin? 

Respectfully, the Library and Senior Center calendars are too full of events to include all their events so we tend to focus on the major events. Town and School meetings are also kept separate. Links for all the calendars are shared here:

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 Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37&showPastEvents=false

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-calendars

Franklin Health Department's Spring Fair - Apr 9

Franklin Health Department's Spring Fair - Apr 9

Join us on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, for the Franklin Health Department's Spring Fair!

Entry is free at the Franklin Public Library from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Enjoy refreshments, local vendors, painting, and much more!

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The Kennedys to perform at Circle of Friends Coffeehouse on Apr 5

The Kennedys return to the Circle of Friends Coffeehouse in Franklin on Saturday, April 5th, as part of their 30th anniversary tour. They will be celebrating 30 years of recording albums with a specially curated tour featuring songs drawn from the full spectrum of their 17 releases. 

The Kennedys are an American folk-rock band, consisting of husband and wife Pete and Maura Kennedy. They are recognized for their harmonies and instrumental prowess, blending elements of country music, bluegrass, Western swing and janglepop. 

The Kennedys at Circle of Friends Coffeehouse on Apr 5

The Circle of Friends Coffeehouse is a non-profit organization affiliated with Franklin's First Universalist Society. Concerts are presented in a smoke free and alcohol free environment at the Society's handicapped accessible Meetinghouse, 262 Chestnut St. in Franklin, and begin at 7:30 PM; doors open at 7:00 PM. 

Beverages and gourmet desserts will be available.  Admission is $25.  

Please visit http://www.circlefolk.org/ to purchase tickets or for more information.

Upcoming Shows

• May 17 John Gorka

Boston Globe preview of the BIG game for FHS boys basketball on Sunday, Mar 16, 2025

The Boston Globe has a rundown of all the Divisional Championship basketball games this weekend. The key "lowdown" on the FHS game vs Newtown North is:

"The lowdown: Franklin has reached the final three times in the past decade (2024, 2018, 2014) but has yet to get over the hump. Last year, the Panthers stood little chance against a juggernaut Worcester North squad, and Newton North was a massive underdog in 2022 when the Tigers faced undefeated BC High in the state final. Now both programs have a very good shot to emerge from a balanced Division 1 field to claim a title. If North wins and goes undefeated against in-state competition, it would harken back to the great teams that won consecutive titles under Connolly’s steerage from 2005 and 2006, and cement Swint as one of the greatest players to put on a Tigers uniform. Yet scoring consistently against Franklin’s defense will be a tall task. The Panthers allowed just 47.8 points per game this season, turning in several dominant defensive performances while going 10-0 away from their home court."

Continue reading the full article in the Globe ->

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/03/13/sports/miaa-boys-basketball-finals-tsongas/

How to access the Globe via the Library with your library card

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/02/how-to-access-online-resources-with.html

Boston Globe preview of the BIG game for FHS boys basketball on Sunday, Mar 16, 2025

Travel Awaits at Party for The Pantry!

Don't miss your chance to bid on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure while supporting our community!

Hello Neighbor, Have you ever dreamed of a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Greece or Africa, or Ireland or Paris? Well, now you may be able to make that dream a reality while benefiting our community!  The Franklin Food Pantry is partnering with AmFund Foundation to offer high-end travel packages by silent auction at Party for The Pantry on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 7 p.m. at The Black Box! There will be eight trips available for bid—Paris, Florence, Greece, Sedona, Ireland, Portugal, Scotland, and Africa! Visit Our Website to Learn More! These extraordinary trips come with incredible perks:  Trips are valid for three years with no blackout dates  Most packages include round trip airfare for two (from any major international airport in the United States)  4- and 5-Star Accommodations  Dedicated AmFund travel specialist  Options to upgrade, extend, and add additional travelers are available  More details about Party for The Pantry and this amazing auction are on our website. Not able to attend Patry for the Pantry but still want to take part in the trips auction? No worries! Simply contact Julie Manninen from AmFund at Julie@amfund.org and she will give you all the details!    Sincerely,   Marsha Tait  Development Director, Franklin Food Pantry Franklin Food Pantry | PO Box 116 | Franklin, MA 02038 US

Update to Beaver St. Interceptor Project

Monday (3/17) through Friday (3/21): The construction crew will be conducting the jack and bore trenchless installation of the new sewer under Rte. 140. The work will be occurring off the road at 38 Pond St. and within the Franklin Village Mall area. No traffic impacts are expected.

Update to Beaver St. Interceptor Project

At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with removal of formwork, damp proofing of the concrete and backfilling of the structure. Trench support sheets will be removed as well, this operation will produce a high level of noise in the area, residents are advised that this is typical of the work being performed and not a cause for concern.

Please reference the interactive map and posted signs for details and updates.

We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map as work progresses.

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