What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, July 31, 2025 ???

Thursday, July 31

Library & Senior Center events

Raffle tickets for TRI-COUNTY COUGAR WRESTLING TEAM   Last Day today  (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/07/raffle-tickets-for-tri-county-cougar.html)

7:30pm Musical Bingo (Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub)

9:00pm Michael Rivelis (live music) (3 restaurant)

For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->        

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

** Town Meetings today   **

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Meeting

Thursday, July 31 Time: 7:30 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07312025-1830 

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What's happening today in Franklin? 

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" scheduled to return Dec 13, 2025

That’s right—planning is already underway for this year’s winter arts and culture favorite, A-Wreath-of-Franklin! Join us this December as we celebrate seasonal festivities and community cheer. Details below…

The second annual “A-Wreath-of-Franklin” Festival promises to be bigger, happier and more celebratory than ever! 

"A Wreath of Franklin" scheduled to return Dec 13, 2025

With the theme “Franklin Welcomes the World” we do hint at soccer fans from across the globe visiting Franklin in 2026 but, we hope the theme means more than that. 

As America prepares to celebrate our 250th in 2026, we celebrate how Franklin is a community of immigrants from Europe, Asia, South America, North America, Africa and Australia from countries too numerous to list,”.

Plan to participate by decorating your wreath celebrating the theme “Franklin Welcomes the World.” 

Mark your calendars; Saturday, December 13th! There will be singing, dancing, art, crafts, special food items, holiday inspired beverages for all ages and of course festive wreaths decorated by Franklinites and our friends. The Franklin community gathering in festive holiday spirit will create holiday FUN for everyone." John Ristaino, Franklin Cultural Council Chair

To stay looped into Franklin Welcoming the World - check out our website here -> https://www.franklinma.gov/1177/Franklin-Welcomes-the-World.

Want to get more involved with A-Wreath-of-Franklin? You don't need to be on an official town committee or council to volunteer for this initiative! Please email Director of Arts, Culture and the creative Economy, Cory Shea (cshea@franklinma.gov).

Sign up for the Cultural Newsletter -> https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/72ozdo7

Mitzi & I review all the big events and activities for the Library for August 2025 (audio)

FM #1486 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1486 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Mitzi Gousie, Programming and Outreach Librarian with the Franklin Public Library. We had our discussion on Monday, July 21, 2025 in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio.

 

We talk about 

• Reviewed the regular open hours, book sale and holiday scheduling for the month

• Closed on Sundays for summer, and winter due to budget reduction

• Book sale weekend August 15 & 16

• Library events for August 2025

• Family events

• Kiddos, or “littles”

• Teens

• Adults

Registration for those events required should be done through the Town website, Library page. There are nefarious folks trying to convince folks otherwise via Facebook. Be safe, use the official Town and Library pages.

The show notes include links to the Library page and to the calendar of events where registration for some of the events is required/recommended.

The recording runs about 42 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1486-franklin-public-library-august-2025-highlights-07-21-25/

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Whalemobile - Friday, Aug 1

Mitzi Gousie’s email -> mgousie@minlib.net 

Franklin Public Library page ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/233/Franklin-Public-Library 

Library event calendar -> https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events 

August Library newsletter -> (link to be added when available) 

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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. 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!

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The Little Shop of Olive Oils moves slightly

via The Little Shop of Olive Oils:

The Little Shop of Olive Oils moves slightly

"One door closes… and another opens—literally.

Today (7/29/25) we officially closed the door at 5 Main Street for the very last time. So many memories were made there—tastings, laughs, new friendships, and flavor discoveries. But now, just a few steps away, 9 Main Street is ready to welcome you with open arms…don’t mind the mess while we decorate!

Same shop, same heart, same team—just a fresh new space filled with more local finds, more gourmet treats, and more room to gather.

Come visit us. You’ll still feel right at home."

We heard this move was coming as during the recent Town Council meeting their alcohol license was approved for the move from 5 Main St to 9 Main St.

While being more visible on Main St, they apparently will also have more room. I plan on stopping in on my next walk around. (It's been too hot to do much walking recently.)

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

Town Council 7/23/25 meeting recap -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/07/town-council-spends-almost-5-hours_26.html

King's Brick Oven Pizza

In case you are not aware, King's Brick Oven Pizza has opened in what was formerly Sierra's Brick Oven Pizza and previously Spruce Pond Creamery, This is  located on on King St.

The sign no longer refers to Sierra's and likely will soon add "King St". The website is up and operational for ordering. 

The website also touts "Franklin's favorite pizza and pub". They currently don't have an alcohol license but that is likely in process and we'll see the notification of a public hearing etc. before the Town Council at some point.

Things do take time. 

Note: while Franklin still has a cap on alcohol licenses for liquor stores, ANY restaurant can apply for an all alcohol license to serve on premise. We benefit from a decision the Town made many years ago and have no limitation on this type of license.

Check out the online ordering here -> https://kingsbrickovenpizza.com/

Check out the online ordering here -> https://kingsbrickovenpizza.com/

More Perfect Union - WFPR: Should teacher's be able to legally strike (audio)

In this episode, the group and guests Max Page, president of the Massachusetts Teachers Association, and Cecily Myart-Cruz, president of the United Teachers Los Angeles, discuss if teacher's should be able to legally strike, and why they would want to strike.

Audio link -> https://more-perfect-union.captivate.fm/episode/100-teachers-union

More Perfect Union - wfpr

More Perfect Union - WFPR

Discussing American Politics and Current Events

Peter Fasciano, Dr. Michael Walker Jones, Jeff Roy, hold a round table discussion on current events and American politics, bringing about thoughtful conversation, compelling discourse, and a look at what the future might hold for the United States.

Find all the More Perfect Union episodes online -> https://more-perfect-union.captivate.fm/episodes  or subscribe with your favorite podcast app

FREE Stop the Bleed class - August 12, 2025

FREE Stop the Bleed class - August 12, 2025

The Town of Franklin Health Department & Fire Department Present: Stop the Bleed!

Learn how to STOP THE BLEED and gain the ability to recognize life-threatening bleeding and act quickly and effectively to control bleeding.

When: Tuesday August 12, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Where: Franklin Senior Center 10 Daniel McCahill St, Franklin

Please sign up by calling the Senior Center at 508-520-4945

Download the flyer as a reminder or to share -> 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WtCKNa6jB7Rxyw_N6HaEVHtw0mTaKyWL/view?usp=drive_link

Parent Support Group at St John's - first Thursday, of the month - Aug 7

Parent Support Group at St John's - first Thursday, of the month - Aug 7

We meet the 1st Thursday of every month at 7 PM.

Mutual support gathering of parents with children who are challenged with neurodivergence, mental health issues, or other special needs. Everyone is welcome.

Shared from ->   https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1764j2pFwA/

St Vincent DePaul: Friends of the Poor Walk/Run Annual Fund Raiser - Sep 27, 2025

Friends of the Poor Walk/Run
Annual Fund Raiser - Sep 27, 2025

Save the date!

September will be here before we know it!

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/15yu8fpCVK/

Job-seeking servicemembers: Avoid scams while you search

Job-seeking servicemembers: Avoid scams while you search By BCP Staff Discharged from the military, retiring, or transitioning to civilian life? Once you leave active duty, you might be interested in new career opportunities to put your valuable skills and experience to work. Scammers are also looking for opportunities — specifically, to steal your money. Reports to the FTC about job scams have tripled from 2020 to 2024 and reported losses jumped from $90 million to $501 million in that time. Here are some ways to help you spot a scam while you're job searching. Read more ->  https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2025/06/job-seeking-servicemembers-avoid-scams-while-you-search?utm_source=govdelivery

    

Job-seeking servicemembers: Avoid scams while you search

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, July 31, 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 Thursday

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 6:00 PM Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock

Franklin and its local government, services and events 

• This episode shares my conversation with Chris Flynn as he talks about his Horace Mann project -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/07/actor-chris-could-use-your-help-in-this.html

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 7:00 PM - first hour

10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 8:00 PM - second hour

Turntable – "Enjoy a fun experience with co-hosts The Vibe and Pauly G sharing personal discussions about a featured rock n roll vinyl record (1st hour) and the best, all music Vibe Playlist (2nd hour)"  

This week the Turntable Show features Journey's "Infinity" record on the Album Hour and the Playlist hour.  "Infinity" is their 4th studio album released in January 1978 and the first album with lead singer Steve "The Voice" Perry.  Journey launched into a major stadium rock band with hits like:  "Wheel in the Sky";  "Feeling That Way/Anytime";  and "Lights".   "Wheel in the Sky" reached #57 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1978, becoming Journey's first song to chart on the Hot 100.  

The Vibe Playlist Hour mixes a party-ready collection of top Journey 70's and 80's hits both live and studio recordings.  

Listen and enjoy the big stadium sound and of course Steve Perry's amazing vocals.

Find the playlist ->  https://tinyurl.com/TurntablePlaylists

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

Franklin TV schedule for Thursday, July 31, 2025 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

• Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = THURSDAY

10:30 am SAFE Coalition: Task Force

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Grillin'

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Quinoa

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Trifles

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: White Pizza

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 3

3:00 pm Riffin' on Main Street: Jacob Juncker

4:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Shaun Hart Pt 1

5:00 pm Sons & Daughters of Italy: Italian Cookies

6:00 pm Horace Mann PSA

7:00 pm Frank's Musings: Supreme Court

9:00 pm Concerts on the Common: Mike Tarara

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel        (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = THURSDAY

7:00 am All-Town Showcase 2024: Chorus and Orchestra

8:30 am FHS Concert Hour 02-26-25

10:00 am FHS Graduation 2025

2:00 pm Franklin Fury Softball v Attleboro 07-22-25

3:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Shaun Hart Pt 1

4:00 pm Franklin Fury Softball v Dedham 07-23-25

9:00 pm FHS Theater Company: Cinderella

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = THURSDAY

8:00 am Conservation Commission 07-24-25

2:00 pm Conservation Commission 07-24-25

7:30 pm Zoning Board of Appeals  CHAMBERS  990 7531 6575

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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