Saturday, August 23, 2025

The Franklin Food Pantry team successfully runs Falmouth and raises $15,000

Alexandra (Ali) Dewsnap running Falmouth 2025
Alexandra (Ali) Dewsnap running Falmouth 2025

"Our Falmouth Road Race team went above and beyond, raising an incredible $15,000 for The Pantry!

Every dollar will go directly toward helping our neighbors in need. A huge thank you to our amazing runners—Amber, Bob, Oona, Catherine, Connor, Samantha, John, and Ali.

Your hard work and commitment are truly inspiring."


Making it easier for MA residents to find housing help

Making it easier for MA residents to find housing help
Making it easier for MA residents to find housing help
via The MA Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities 

"We’ve redesigned some of our core webpages to make it easier for MA residents to find housing help.
  • Simpler navigation
  • Clearer eligibility info
  • Step-by-step guides
  • 24/7 support via Mass 211"

Explore the updates: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/housing-assistance-for-massachusetts-residents




Creative Corner schedules 2 session for the Global Peace Frequency Project peace flags

Join us with Toni Carbone for the Global Peace Frequency Project. Created by Toni Carbone and Maria Brown, the project aims to celebrate peace.

Creative Corner schedules 2 session for the Global Peace Frequency Project peace flags
Creative Corner schedules 2 session for the
Global Peace Frequency Project peace flags
People all over the world will decorate peace flags that will hang together at different events.

This year's project is dedicated to the Wiawaka Center for Women in New York. We hope you'll join these days of peace with us!

Register on our website: www.franklincreativecornerartstudiofranklin.com

Learn more about the project here: https://tinyurl.com/GPFPPeaceFlags

Learn more about Wiawaka Center here: https://www.wiawaka.org


Franklin First Newsletter - Volume 10 for Franklin, MA

Franklin First Newsletter - Volume 10 for Franklin, MA
Franklin First Newsletter - Volume 10 for Franklin, MA
The Town Administration Office has launched new volume of our newsletter, Franklin First





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Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday, August 23, 2025

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fmFranklin 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
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
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday

Friday, August 22, 2025

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, August 22 , 2025 ??

Friday, August 22
Library & Senior Center events
Library & Senior Center events

9:00am Fallen Hero: John W. Wylie Jr. (Veterans Walkway, Franklin Town Common)

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

2:00pm Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)

3:00pm Heather Deary (live music) (Franklin Town Common)



For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->        


** NO Town Meetings today   **


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What's happening in Franklin, MA
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

Fallen Hero Recognition: John W. Wyllie, Jr - Aug 22, 2025 at 9 AM

Memorial event today (8/22/25) at 9 AM on the Town Common Veterans Walkway to honor John W. 5yllie, Jr

This program will include the placing of a Memorial Wreath for the day, the playing of Taps, a salute from those present, and a reading of whatever history  may be available for that veteran.  This is a way of keeping the memory of that veteran alive.

Aviation Radioman 2C John W. Wyllie, Jr., U.S. Navy
Aviation Radioman Second Class John W. Wyllie, Jr., son of John and Elizabeth Wyllie, was born on December 4, 1922. John lived with his parents and two sisters at 460 Washington Street. John attended the Franklin Public Schools and was a graduate of Franklin High School Class of 1941.  
Aviation Radioman 2C John W. Wyllie, Jr. was in the service for 3 years during which he saw extensive combat flight duty in the various invasions in the South Pacific.  
Aviation Radioman 2C John Wyllie had completed 11 months of combat duty in the South Pacific and was scheduled to go overseas again. In August of 1945, while on an authorized Navy patrol bomber training flight, John lost his life as the bomber exploded in midair and crashed into the sea 20 miles southwest of San Diego, CA.  
Aviation Radioman 2C John W. Wyllie, Jr., U.S. Navy was 22 years old at the time of his death while in the service of his country during World War II.
FH_Wyllie
Fallen Hero: RM 2C Wyllie
The current schedule (note as additional info is gathered and confirmed this schedule may be updated)

For the full series of Fallen Heroes you can visit this link
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/08/franklin-fallen-heroes-series.html

All the Fall Things - Coming to Franklin!

It's that time - Arts & Culture volunteers are gearing up for another season!

Franklin Cultural District
Franklin Cultural District


The Franklin Cultural District is excited to share our webpage listing all of this fall’s activities and events—from performances and exhibits to community celebrations. Be sure to check back often as we continue to add new events, and don’t forget that community members are welcome to submit their own events through the calendar link at the bottom of this email.



Harvest Festival
Harvest Festival


We’re also thrilled to announce that the Cultural District is preparing to print our Fall/Winter Cultural Guide, which will make its official debut at the upcoming Arts & Culture Symposium!





The Franklin Arts & Culture Symposium


Arts & Culture Symposium
Arts & Culture Symposium


Click here for registration & program details!


Notes: Both events are free. September 18 focuses on networking reception/artist performances, while September 19 features keynote speakers and additional networking opportunities. Please register for one or both programs. Once registered, our volunteers will follow up regarding any food needs.  

What vendors and activities are at the Farmer's Market today - August 22, 2025 ??

What vendors and activities are at the Farmer's Market today - August 22, 2025 ??
What vendors and activities are at the
Farmer's Market today - August 22, 2025 ??
We are glad you asked.  


Thanks to the good folks operating the Franklin Farmer's Market, we have the answers to share. 


For additional info, you can also check the Farmers Market page  ->     https://www.franklinfarmersmarketma.com/



FHS Sports app is ready for download via Apple or Google

FHS Sports app is ready for download via Apple or Google
FHS Sports app is ready for
download via Apple or Google
The FHS app is here

Download on the App Store or Google Play today!

Get notifications about games
Easily purchase tickets
Get updates on all things FHS sports
Watch games and film
And so much more!

Download today and be prepared for the school year!





Annual Zucchini Races scheduled for Friday, Aug 22 at the Farmers Market

Annual Zucchini Races scheduled for Friday, Aug 22 at the Farmers Market
Annual Zucchini Races scheduled for
Friday, Aug 22 at the Farmers Market

The Annual Zucchini Race will take place this Friday, August 22! Just bring a zucchini with you, or buy one from one of the farmers at the market. 

We've got some awesome decorations available so that you can make your car really special before you enter the race!!! 

This will be fun!!!


Did you see / read the SAFE Coalition July 2025 Newsletter ??


Missed it in your inbox? Our July Newsletter is available to read online!


Catch up ➡️ link -> https://www.safecoalitionma.org/newsletters



Harvest Festival Registration 2025 now open



HARVEST FESTIVAL REGISTRATION DETAILS

Harvest Festival Registration Open TODAY


Harvest Festival Registration for PAID MEMBERS is now OPEN. If you are a paid member, you still MUST register in order to secure your booth, so please don't delay, as space is limited. To register, please click on this LINK and follow the instructions. This event WILL sell out! If you have ANY questions, please email us





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Weekend Fundays at Fairmount Fruit Farm - Aug 23 & Aug 24

Weekend Fundays at Fairmount Fruit Farm - Aug 23 & Aug 24
Weekend Fundays at Fairmount
Fruit Farm - Aug 23 & Aug 24

We have a fun kid's movies themed weekend planned for Saturday and Sunday!

Dress up in your favorite Disney costume and say hi to C&C Ice Cream from 11:30 AM - 5 PM both days.

There will be kid's coloring available, the hay maze, mining sluice, and of course the goats! There are also still a few tractors hanging around.
Stay tuned for Sunday's vendor list.





New traffic pattern at FHS begins with school in September 2025

via Franklin Police Dept:

"Hey you. Do you attend, work, or drive through the Franklin High School? If you answered yes, read this.
There is a new traffic pattern at the Franklin High School for the upcoming school year. There will no longer be a direct exit to Panther Way coming from the teacher parking lot, you’ll have to exit through Oak Street and then back to Panther Way.
There will be a new one-way loop starting from the far entrance on Oak Street and continung back towards Oak Street. This new traffic pattern will eliminate the congestion and any wrong-way driving during school pickup.
New signs and directions will be in place for the first week of school. If you have any questions, please refer to the picture below!

New traffic pattern at FHS begins with school in September 2025
New traffic pattern at FHS begins with school in September 2025

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Friday, August 22, 2025

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fmFranklin 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 Friday
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Friday

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 6:00 PM - Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock covering Franklin, its local government, services, and events 

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 7:00 PM

10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 8:00 PM - Talkin’ the Blues – Jim Derick & Nick Remissong. 2 hours of awesome blues music, info, interviews



11:00 AM, 4:00 PM, and 9:00 PM - “The Vibe” show plays music for everyone searching for some enjoyment, some dance, a happy or thinking mood, and most importantly, having fun.  Tune in to wfpr.fm and listen to “DJ Vibe” spin music across many genres and join this new vibing experience



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