What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, September 18, 2025 ??v

Library & Senior Center events

Thursday, September 18

8:30am State & Town Officials Office Hour (Franklin Senior Center)

9:00am Fallen Hero: Levi Pieri (Veterans Walkway, Franklin Town Common)

5:30pm Support Haymakers For Hope for Pediatric Cancer (La Cantina Winery)

6:00pm Arts & Culture Symposium (free ticket) (Dean College - Guidry Ctr)

7:00pm Jennifer Tefft Solo (Hillside Johnny's, Norton)

7:00pm 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node Meeting (virtual only meeting) 

7:00pm BEN 4 Franklin Mtg (Franklin TV and Radio Studio)

9:00pm Joshua David (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   **

Town Council Office Hours

Thursday, September 18 Time: 8:30 AM

no agenda for this open discussion

Conservation Commission Meeting

Thursday, September 18 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Item/497?fileID=6384 

------------

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

Fallen Hero Recognition: Levi Pieri - Sep 18, 2025, 9 AM

Memorial event today (9/18/25) at 9 AM at the Veterans Walkway on the Town Common to honor Private Levi Pieri, WWI. 

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.

Levi Pieri, Pvt US Army, WWI

Little is known of Pvt. Pieri. He was inducted 31 Aug 1918, and served with 33rd Company, 9th Training Battalion. It appears that while moving through training at Camp Devens, Levi contracted a disease, most likely the world-wide outbreak of flu and passed on this date Sep 18, 1918, while only having served less than 3 weeks.

----------------

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

Photo album of the Fallen Hero pillars along the Veterans Walkway

https://photos.app.goo.gl/oRGdmq9krLNEBnjJ7

The video series of recognition ceremonies for 2024 (YTD) 

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/07/fallen-hero-recognition-ceremonies-for.html

Fallen Hero Recognition during 2024

Town Council welcomed 2 new Police hires, moved zoning bylaws to 2nd reading, hears of solicitation process, and personnel updates (video)

The Franklin Town Council met as scheduled on Wednesday, Sept 17, 2025. 7 of the Councilors were present in Chambers for this session (2 absent due to illness).

The discussion on the Crossing Neighborhood District causes Council Frongillo to recuse himself. His father's business operates in the proposed zoning change.

Franklin TV video available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQsgBfKN8cY

The agenda and docs released for this session can be found

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09172025-1911

My notes in a single PDF can be found ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MNwWCGlCOgPnqbmMecTz5TqaesbmSt4z/view?usp=drive_link

Quick recap:

• Town Clerk Nancy Danello provides update on biennial election status
• School Cmte Chair Dave Callaghan provides an update on school opening and traffic issues being worked
• 2 new hires effectively back filling for positions authorized within the reduced Police Dept staffing were sworn in and pinned by family members
• 2 public hearings were opened separately; one for the 2 commercial kitchen bylaws to enable the operation of a commercial kitchen within a residence if on septic (not on town sewer); and second, a set of 6 bylaws to create the Crossing Neighborhood zoning district. It would be similar to the Downtown zoning with a couple of exemptions. Councilor Frongillo recused himself from these discussions and votes as his father's business operates in the proposed zoning area
• In legislation for action 
• all 8 of the zoning changes moved to a second reading
• The Council voted to formalize the early in person voting schedule for the November election as announced
• A couple of water & sewer extensions were approved
• A definition of a collection container was accepted and authorized to extend the current use by religious organizations to non-profits, in particular the American Legion and VFW
• A presentation on Solicitation Permits by Police Chief Thomas Lynch and Deputy Police Chief James West was made to provide some info on the process in response to an incident earlier this year. 
• In the Town Administrator's Report 2 key items were covered; 
• one a series of personnel moves; B Taberner's replacement was announced, M Kinhart and M D'Angelo are retiring, Breeka Li Goodlander to return from pregnancy leave in mid-Oct; 
• second, the Assessors revealed new growth will be about $271,000 shorter than projected earlier this year. This will need to be adjusted somehow before the tax rate hearing in Nov/Dec. It seems to be reflecting the slowdown in growth due to interest rates, uncertainty, and the 'nimby-factor', etc.
• The Council entered into executive session not to return to public meeting

Jalen Samuels & Kyle Vaught

Jalen Samuels & Kyle Vaught getting pinned

Children's Museum of Franklin ribbon cutting ceremony a grand thing !!! (audio)

FM #1513 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1513 in the series. 

This episode shares the audio recording of the ribbon cutting ceremony held by the Children's Museum of Franklin on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. 

Town Councilor Melanie Hamblen opens the ceremony, then introduces Meg Hagen and Erin Gallagher, founders/co-owners, who then introduce the remaining speakers until the ribbon is cut. The kids led the countdown.

The recording runs about 15 minutes, , let’s listen in

Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1513-childrens-museum-of-franklin-09-17-25/

Erin Gallagher, Meg Hagen 

--------------

Children’s Museum of Franklin -> https://www.childrensmuseumfranklin.org/ 

Franklin Matters Photos of the event -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/LZdvjA3EWGXevxVT6 

Franklin TV Photos of the event ->   https://photos.app.goo.gl/BMNNo6fgrVSDV9J3A

--------------

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 out. 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!

------------------

You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Rise Up scheduled to meet on Saturday, Sep 20 at 10 AM

Rise Up this Saturday will be held at our regular location. We will visit the fire station in October instead.

Rise Up scheduled to meet on Saturday, Sep 20 at 10 AM

Date: Saturday, September 20th

Time: 10 - 11 AM

Location: Franklin United Methodist Church, 82 West Central Street, Franklin, MA (parking and entrance/ramp on left side) 

Agenda: 

- Come in, open social time

- Group discussion, including planning for upcoming farmers market table and other events

- More group and open social time

- Wrap up

--------------

This one-hour social meet-up is intended to be a safe space for:

• individuals navigating life with disability to meet others they can relate with
• community partners to learn more about the population and share resources
• support persons to meet other support persons

For additional information about this event, please visit ->  https://alirheaume.com/rise-up

FHS field hockey and golf teams post wins 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 17, 2025

Field Hockey = Franklin, 1 @ Attleboro, 0 – Final

"Franklin coach Michelle Hess knew that her team was going to be in a battle when it visited Tozier-Cassidy Field. Attleboro made the Panthers work hard three times in 2024 and the Bombardiers were now a year older and a year more experienced.

After three scoreless quarters, Hess implored her team to try and shift the momentum, put the hosts back on their heels. With the Bombardiers sensing an upset and pushing hard for the go-ahead goal, sophomore defender Clara Blongastainer hit a long clearance deep into Attleboro territory.

The Panthers got back on the front foot and were able to win a corner. Freshman Amelia Manning slipped a pass to classmate Cade Taccini, who put a pair of shots on target. Attleboro’s sophomore goalie Mikayla Whitehead (eight saves) denied the first two chances, but the last rebound popped out to Ella Marzullo and Franklin’s leading scorer took her time before firing a shot through a thicket of legs for the game’s lone goal.

It was hard work, but Franklin pulled out the 1-0 victory, which extended its league unbeaten streak to a remarkable 100 games."

Continue reading the game recap by Josh Perry || HockomockSports.com Managing Editor (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/marzullo-nets-winner-franklin-field-hockey-extends-streak-to-100-at-attleboro/

For a photo gallery from this game (subscription required)   https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2025-2026/Fall-2025/Attleboro-Franklin-Field-Hockey-09-17-25

Franklin, 1 @ Attleboro, 3 – Final 

– Attleboro rallied to win four straight points to flip a 24-22 deficit into a 26-24 win to steal the opening set and went on to take the match, 3-1 (26-24, 25-17, 21-25, 25-22), over division foe Franklin. Senior Haley Carter set the offense up for success with 36 assists to go along with seven digs and five kills while junior Olivia Leonardo (18 kills, 16 digs) and sophomore Sophia Jaeger (19 kills) set the tone offensively for the Bombardiers. Sage Young (21 digs, five assists) and Sienna Quaglia (10 digs) continued to anchor Attleboro’s defense. Franklin senior Makayla Kuykendall had a strong all-around performance with 19 kills and 22 digs while sophomore Emerson Delleo added 10 digs, nine kills, and a pair of aces.

Volleyball photos by HockomockSports (subscription required) ->    https://hockomocksports.com/volleyball-photos-attleboro-vs-franklin-3/

Golf = Franklin, 165 @ Sharon, 174 – Final

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)  

https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-09-17-25/

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

Reminder: SAFE Café After Dark featuring Danielle Miraglia scheduled for Sep 20

SAFE Café After Dark featuring
Danielle Miraglia scheduled for Sep 20

Get ready for a night of unforgettable live music at SAFE Café After Dark featuring Danielle Miraglia! Free and open to all!

Seating is limited—register today: https://www.safecoalitionma.org/after-dark

6–9 PM Saturday, Sept. 20, at SAFE – 31 Hayward St. Suite 2C in Franklin

Danielle Miraglia comes armed with a strong steady thumb on an old Gibson and an infectious stomp-box rhythm with tunes ranging from heart-felt to socially conscious that will move both your heart and hips. 

Her latest “Bright Shining Stars” debuted at #15 on the Billboard Blues Charts and is a solo acoustic folk/blues record that highlights the one-woman-band live sound she’s honed over the years. You won’t want to miss this!

SAFE Café After Dark - providing a safe, sober space for music, art, conversation, and connection.

Send questions to info@safecoalitionma.org

Reminder: Fall Safety Fest Franklin - Saturday, Sep 20

Join us for the Fall Safety Fest on Saturday, September 20 from 11 AM to 2 PM at Fletcher Field, 45 Peck Street in Franklin! Hosted by the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office and Sheriff Patrick McDermott in partnership with Representative Jeffrey N. Roy, this free community event will include a touch-a-truck experience, live K9 demonstrations, family activities, community vendors, resources, and free food.  We will also be collecting non-perishable food items for the Franklin Food Pantry. Bring the family and enjoy a day of fun, food, and community. We hope to see you there!

Norfolk County Sheriff's Office | 200 West St | Dedham, MA 02027 US

350 Mass Greater Franklin node mtg Thursday, September 18, 7-9 PM, ZOOM ONLY

Dear Greater Franklin node member,

Our 350 Mass Greater Franklin node meeting will be held Tomorrow night, September 18th, 7:00-9:00 pm.  This will be a Zoom only meeting, link below. 

Meeting Zoom link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81930304274?pwd=Tm9VdGxYcDFaVTVDUkwyT3YvUnlFdz09
Meeting ID: 819 3030 4274    Passcode: 350ma

Dial-in +1 646 876 9923

350 Mass Greater Franklin node mtg

TOPICS:

* Updates on climate related legislative priorities

* Please read the linked articles which will form part of our discussion.

* Other

Linked Articles:

Boston Globe article: NE Offshore Wind article

Boston Globe article: Enbridge Gas Pipeline is back--again!

Map of pipeline

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PrWcUKvi9Hz9iXeGKHLko7_Q4O7Xvmd4/view?usp=sharing

Hoping to see you on Zoom Tomorrow night at 7 PM!

With gratitude,
Carolyn, Rand and Steve

508-335-0848 Carolyn cell

"Progressive reforms often include concessions such as hold harmless clauses for political feasibility" (video)

Tracy O'Connell Novick (@TracyNovick) posted Mon, Sep 15, 2025:

"Progressive reforms often include concessions such as hold harmless clauses for political feasibility, which can limit their potential equalizing effects."

#amreading

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

You can also go directly to the article Tracy references ->   https://www.aera.net/Newsroom/Slow-Progress-School-Finance-Reforms-and-Racial-Disparities-in-Funding

Video brief from article co-author -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDz2cse0WnU

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, September 18, 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 segment features my conversation with Tina Powderly about Hunger Action Month ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/09/the-pantrys-tina-powderly-talks-about.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)"  

The Turntable Show Album Hour features the Rolling Stones "Tattoo You" released August 24, 1981.  In 1989, it was ranked No. 34 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 100 greatest albums of the 1980s. In 2003, the album was ranked number 211 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time, then re-ranked number 213 in the 2012 revised list. Also, Peter Corriston, won a Grammy Award for the album artwork and design in the category of Best Album Package.  The hit singles include: "Start Me Up"
,  "Waiting on a Friend"
, and "Hang Fire"
.   

The Vibe's Stones Playlist Hour features an amazing rock n roll set of  both studio and live performances.   Turn it up and enjoy the magic of Mick, Keith and the Rolling Stones band.

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, September 18, 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: Overdose Awareness 2025

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Candy Apples

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 3

3:00 pm Riffing on Main Street: Amy Adams

4:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Pete Smith

5:00 pm Metrowest Symposium: Sharing Identity on Social Media

7:00 pm Frank Presents: Daniela Masters Pt 2

9:00 pm Circle of Friends: Garnet Rogers

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

7:00 am All-Town Showcase 2024: Band

8:30 am Public School Concert: MICCA Showcase Pt. 1 03-14-18

10:00 am FHS Varsity Field Hockey v King Philip 09-05-25

2:00 pm FHS Theater Company: Lord of the Flies

3:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage Pt1

7:00 pm FHS Varsity Volleyball v Oliver Ames 09-03-25

9:00 pm Franklin Footlighters: High School Musical Jr.

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

8:00 am Conservation Commission 09-04-25

2:00 pm Conservation Commission 09-04-25

7:00 pm Conservation Commission  CHAMBERS  834 9335 1343

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