What vendors and activities are at the Farmer's Market today - September 12, 2025 ??

 

We are glad you asked.

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

You can continue to find the Farmers Market on the Town Common on Fridays through October 24 from 2 to 6 PM

 

 

They have the talented @kendoacoustic to perform this Friday in partnership with @franklinculturalcouncil02038 and @masscultural Playing in the gazebo from 3-6PM. 

Biennial Election Candidate Nomination Papers Filing as of September 10, 2025

The local ballot is filling in. Town Clerk Nancy Danello posted the most recent updated report as of September 10, 2025 showing candidate nomination papers have been taken for Town Council, School Committee, Town Clerk, Board of Assessors, Planning Board, and Planning Board (Associate Member) at this point. 

There is/are 

1 candidate for the Planning Board (Associate Member)

1 candidate for the Board of Assessors

2 candidates for 2 spots on the Planning Board 

9 candidates for 7 spots on the School Committee (1 withdrew)

1 candidate for 1 spot for the Town Clerk

16 candidates for 9 spots on the Town Council

The Board of Health position remains without at least a candidate at this time. 

Biennial election Candidate Nomination Papers Filing

This is 'crunch time' as all the nomination papers are due back September 15 when required will be validated. 

The Ballot doesn't get finalized until Sep 22 giving candidates time to withdraw.

The PDF download ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6913/Nomination-papers-filed-as-of-9-10-25

OR -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Sc56Hf9GNXxYgk9zjZIlVS1qJeAu1vhe/view?usp=drive_link

FHS field hockey, golf, and volleyball teams all post wins on Thursday

Via Twitter, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Thursday, Sep 11, 2025

Field Hockey = Franklin, 7 @ Taunton, 0 – Final 

– Franklin entered halftime with a three-goal lead and then more than doubled it with a big third quarter to run away with a win on the road at Taunton. Addi Weiss (from Penelope Brady), Ava Lucenta, and Cade Taccini (first career goal) found the back of the net in the first half to give the Panthers a 3-0 edge at the break. Lily Aparo and Ella Marzullo (Brady) scored within the first four minutes to ignite the offense while Weiss tacked on two more before the end of the third quarter to complete the hat trick. Devon Barry had the shutout in net for Franklin. Taunton junior Kennedy MacEachern had 28 saves in the cage for the Tigers.

Volleyball = Franklin, 3 @ Taunton, 1 – Final 

– After splitting the first two sets, Franklin rolled to two straight wins to take the match, 3-1 (25-7, 21-25, 25-8, 25-14), on the road at Taunton. Senior Makayla Kuykendall absolutely dominated offensively with 26 kills on 45 attempts (.489 hitting percentage) and also chipped in 11 digs, Olivia Caruso dished out 32 assists, libero Emma Cunningham anchored the defense with 28 digs, and Emerson Delleo had a strong all-around night with 15 kills, eight digs, and a pair of aces for the Panthers.

Golf = Milford, 176 @ Franklin, 148 – Final 

– Franklin recorded its lowest score of the season and had six of its eight golfers shoot 41 or better in a division win over Milford. Junior Tyler Perlman carded birdies on five and seven to finish with a medalist round of 34 to lead the Panthers while Ben Burgess had a birdie on the ninth hole and finished with a 36 for the round. Senior Chris Shanahan and junior Ayden Doyle each finished with a 39 to round out Franklin’s scoring. Milford senior Eli Johnson and freshman Ben Richard tied for the team-low at 43, and seniors Aidan Eastman and Ricky Nashawaty both finished the round with a 45.

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)  

https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-09-11-25/

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

MetroWest Symphony Concert Saturday at the Library at 10:30 AM

MetroWest Symphony Concert Saturday at the Library at 10:30 AM

 

Via the Franklin Public Library

 

Join us in welcoming the Metro-West Symphony Orchestra as a group of their amazing cohort perform for us a few pieces by composers from around the world and give us an inside look at the history and instruments involved.

Police Station Open House-Tour Saturday, Sep 13 at 1 PM

via the Police Station Bldg Committee:

Join us for an Open House of the Police Facility in Franklin!

Police Station Open House-Tour Saturday, Sep 13 at 1 PM

Stay informed on the plans, progress, and community impact of Franklin’s new police facility while we build a safer future for the police department and the greater community. -> https://www.franklinmapoliceproject.com/

Congressional Update and Q&A with Congressman Jake Auchincloss - Sep 14 in Franklin

Update and Q&A in Franklin‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ 

Hi neighbor, On Sunday, September 14, I'll be hosting a Congressional Update and Q&A in Franklin. This is an opportunity for you to ask questions and hear updates on how I'm working to represent the district. Congressional Update and Q&A with Congressman Jake Auchincloss Sunday, September 14 3:00pm – 4:30pm Franklin, MA Doors will open at 2:00pm.  RSVP here for location.  Live stream   Sincerely, Jake Auchincloss WASHINGTON 15 Independence Avenue SE 1524 Longworth HOB Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-5931 NEWTON 29 Crafts Street Suite 375 Newton, MA 02458 Phone: (617) 332-3333 ATTLEBORO 8 North Main Street Suite 200 Attleboro, MA 02703 Phone: (508) 431-1110

Federal Trade Commission: Protecting kids and adults online

Protecting kids and adults online By BCP Staff It's a good day for any federal or state government agency when they can say kids are safer, and today is that day for the Federal Trade Commission and the Utah Division of Consumer Protection.  Together, they announced a settlement with Aylo, a collection of companies managing more than 100 porn sites (including Pornhub, YouPorn, and Redtube) over their distribution of child sex abuse materials, as well as non-consensual images and video. Read more -> https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2025/09/protecting-kids-and-adults-online?utm_source=govdelivery

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Friday, September 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:

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 

• This segment features my conversation with Alex Rikleen who is campanging for US Senate to challenge Ed Markey -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/09/alex-rikleen-talks-about-his-campaign.html

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  Showcasing the "Blues" as a basis for and influence of Country, Jazz and Rock and Roll, here and worldwide.

Specific to our upcoming show, episode #130, "Ain't Long for Day":

From B.B. King blistering his fingers turning an english R&R tune into an immediate blues standard to englishman Jon Cleary creating a rollicking New Orleans style blues classic, our latest episode "Ain't Long for Day" will show you how it all comes together in the world of "Talking the Blues".

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 

Franklin TV schedule for Friday, September 12, 2025 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

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

7:00 am Second Sunday Speaker Series: Clark, Cutler and McDermott

8:30 am Frank Presents: Daniela Masters Pt 2

10:00 am Riffing on Main Street: Amy Adams

11:00 am Senior Connection: Disabilities Commission

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: French Toast

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Green Bean Casserole

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Margherita Pizza

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 5

3:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Pete Smith

4:00 pm 4th of July 2025: Two Guys Who Like Sharks

7:30 pm Concerts on the Common: Electric Youth

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

7:00 am Middle School Winter Music 2024

8:30 am Mental Health: Rion James

9:30 am Public School Event: Annie Sullivan Winter Music 2022

11:00 am Rec Basketball: 6th - 8th Grade Girls Championship 2025

1:00 pm FHSTC - Flowers for Algernon

2:00 pm Public School Concert: MICCA Showcase Pt. 1 03-14-18

3:30 pm FHS Varsity Football v Canton 09-05-25

9:30 pm FHS Varsity Field Hockey v King Philip 09-05-25

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

8:00 am Zoning Board of Appeals 08-28-25

11:00 am Zoning Board of Appeals 09-04-25

2:00 pm Zoning Board of Appeals 08-28-25

5:00 pm Zoning Board of Appeals 09-04-25

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

Watch Listen Read all things that matter in Franklin MA

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, September 11, 2025 ??

Library & Senior Center events

Thursday, September 11

** Music Boosters Fundraiser @Chipotle (Chipotle Mexican Grill)   **

7:00pm Cultural District Committee Meeting (Franklin Historical Museum)

9:00pm Eddie J. (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   **

Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public

Thursday, September 11 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09112025-1898 

Cultural District Committee Meeting

Thursday, September 11 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6885/FY26_September_District_Com?bidId=

ZBA Meeting (no meeting)

Thursday, September 11 Time: 7:30 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09112025-1884 

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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

In person voting schedule for Biennial Election begins Oct 17

In person voting schedule for Biennial Election begins Oct 17

The Early Voting schedule for the November 4 Biennial Election was announced by Town Clerk Nancy Danello

Shared from  ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6841/In-Person-Early-Voting-Hours

Town of Franklin, MA: announces chip seal for several streets for Sep 12

Town of Franklin, MA: announces chip seal for several streets for Sep 12

Town of Franklin, MA (@TOFranklinMA) posted on Tue, Sep 09, 2025:

Shared from -> https://t.co/U2bOGZAp8B

FHS boys soccer tops Foxboro on Wednesday

Via Twitter, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Wednesday, Sep 10, 2025

Boys Soccer = Foxboro, 0 @ Franklin, 3 – Final  

Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2U5xsFYOM3k

Girls Soccer = Franklin, 2 @ Foxboro, 3 – Final 

– Foxboro rallied from a goal down twice and freshman Brenna Turner delivered the go-ahead goal 10 minutes into the second half to lift the Warriors to the upset and their first win of the season. Franklin got the first goal, but Foxboro quickly equalized. Kennedy Maling teed up Shea Dorney for a shot from just outside the box (her second goal in as many games) to make it 1-1. The Panthers regained the advantage and went into halftime in front. Less than a minute into the second half, Maling slipped a through ball to Ava Picard, who was fouled in the box. Picard converted the penalty to make it 2-2. Ten minutes later, Turner won the ball in midfield and fired a shot over the keeper’s head for what turned out to be the winner. Foxboro’s defense held out for the final half hour, Keira D’Arcy, Ashley Goldstein, Mia Flanagan, and Ella Carton had impressive performances and Julia Luck backed them up by making several key saves.

Golf = Franklin, 154 vs. BC High, 149 – Final

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)   https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-09-10-25/

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

Jazz Tones Trio scheduled to perform Sep 13

Join us for a FREE Community Concert @FranklinUMC featuring the Jazz Tones Trio on Saturday, September 13, at 7pm.

Jazz Tones Trio scheduled to perform Sep 13

Frank Saccoccio began playing guitar at age 11 and has spent decades mastering classical, jazz, and rock styles. He’s performed across Rhode Island and Massachusetts in ensembles ranging from swing bands to solo sets, and also enjoys piano and ukulele. Based in Franklin, MA, Frank is the guitarist for The Jazz Tones Trio, bringing elegant, expressive sounds to intimate venues throughout southern New England.

Emily Gove has been performing for over 16 years on piano and 10 years on accordion, with a versatile background in jazz combos, choral groups, musical theatre, and classical solo work. Her musical journey has taken her across New England and abroad to Italy, England, and the Pacific Islands. Today, she plays with small jazz ensembles in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts, adding rich texture to The Jazz Tones Trio with both keyboard and accordion.

After a 32-year hiatus, George Piggott returned to the bass at age 52, studying classical and jazz under Robert Petteruti—whose legacy includes performances with Duke Ellington and other jazz legends. Over the past 16 years, George has played with the Warwick Symphony, Ocean State Pops, RI Philharmonic Community Orchestra, and Great Woods Symphony. He now anchors The Jazz Tones Trio, blending bass with piano, guitar, and accordion to deliver soulful renditions from the American Songbook and light rock classics.