What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, November 20, 2025 ???

Thursday, November 20

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

5:00pm Ken Barney (live music) (The Red Rooster)

7:00pm 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node Meeting (First Universalist Society Franklin)

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

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

For additional details on Library events -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

For additional details on Senior Center events ->   

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

**    Town Meetings today   **

Town Council Office Hours

Thursday, November 20 Time: 8:30 AM

No agenda for this session

250th Anniversary Celebration Committee Meeting

Thursday, November 20 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11202025-2007 

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Meeting

Thursday, November 20 Time: 7:30 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11202025-1997 

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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

Town Council votes to join GIC, approves FY 2026 budget adjustment, rescinds prior vote on 40b approval (video)

The Franklin Town Council met as scheduled on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 beginning at 6 PM. 8 members participated in Council Chambers. One member traveling on vacation participated remotely for portion of the session.

Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGGEiz-8dlM

The agenda for this session ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11192025-2010 

Note: additional docs were shared during the session, one on screen only, 2 copies available in Chambers. Those will be added here as time permits

Quick recap:

• vote to join the GIC passed 9-0
• Vote to approve the budget adjustment was approved 9-0. TA Hellen to hold on posting for the Communications role pending further discussion with the Town Council
• After much discussion, the vote to rescind the vote on the approval of the "friendly 40b" for 444 East Central St was approved by 5-1 (Morrongiello no; Grella, Malloy both recused themselves; Cormier-leger was not online at the time of the final vote)

My notes for the full meeting in one PDF -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/19-3d9qq6zRWsk0GedQJ6NUm6Q425CldU/view?usp=drive_link

Scott Mason talks about the Train Town 3 exhibit to open Dec 6 (audio)

FM #1585 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1585 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Scott Mason. We had our discussion in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Monday, November 10, 2025.

 

Our conversation covers 

• Train Town 3 - the Mill Store, Franklin Paint

• Opening Dec 6, 2025 & running through Jan 2026

• What’s next? Other history bits possibly worth exploring

The recording runs about 53 minutes, so let’s listen in.

Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1585-scott-mason-talks-about-train-town-3-11-10-25/

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Recording for Train Town 1 - Franklin/Dean Station https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/12/talking-about-train-town-franklin-with.html 

Photos of Train Town 1  https://photos.app.goo.gl/63swENWgBkK4xMrh8 

Train Town 2 - Thompson Print & the railroad roundhouse  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/12/scott-mason-talks-about-train-town.html 

Photos of Train Town 2  https://photos.app.goo.gl/XmDcRiygct5kg6Vh7 

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Scott Mason talks about the Train Town 3 exhibit to open Dec 3

FDP Downtown Holiday Decorating is now Sunday, Nov 23 (not Saturday, Nov 22)

FDP Downtown Holiday Decorating is
now Sunday, Nov 23 (not Saturday, Nov 22)

IMPORTANT UPDATE!

Holiday Decorating will now be on SUNDAY (not Saturday as previously announced) please share!

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/DRPvK1lDvAf/

Franklin Police Dept issue "TOY DRIVE ALERT"

TOY DRIVE ALERT

Franklin Police Dept issue "TOY DRIVE ALERT"

It’s that time of the year for our annual Holiday Toy Drive! We will be collecting toys the day after Thanksgiving, November 28th, from 9am-1pm at Marshall’s and BJs in Franklin. 

We will also be collecting toys at the station in the front lobby until December 12th. You can also donate toys in the lobby for the Franklin Fire Department headquarters on West Central Street. 

All donations go to Franklin families and the Santa Foundation!

If you can’t donate in person, check out our Amazon link: 

https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/2NNZ6AUQ5ZY8A

Shared from ->   https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Dfp58ugfU/

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, November 20, 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 covering Franklin, its local government, services, and events 

• This segment shares my conversation with United Regional Chamber of Commerce Jack Lank on small business issues ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/09/jack-lank-talks-about-making.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 is featuring the 1977 hit album "Rumours" and Fleetwood Mac this week.  Rumours is one of the best selling albums of all time!  It's amazing - there are 7 hit songs on the record:  "Go Your Own Way",  "Dreams",  "Don't Stop", "The Chain",  "You Make Loving Fun",  Gold Dust Woman", and  "Second Hand News" and Vibe and Pauly G will air all of them and share their Rumours album experience!   
• The show continues with the Vibe Playlist List hour, which drops the needle on many Fleetwood Mac hits and signature songs live for listeners to enjoy the passion of this award winning 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, November 20, 2025 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

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

10:30 am Pickleball Tournament: Pickleball Tournament

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Sweet Corn Risotto

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

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Garlic Mashed Potatoes

1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Shrimp, Tomato & Greens Pizzetta

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 8

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 5

3:30 pm Aging Boldfully: Roberta Trahan

5:00 pm Jon Mitchell & Randy LaRosa: 12-Tone Music

6:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Pete Smith

7:00 pm Frank's Musings: Gaza

8:00 pm Franklin Interfaith Thanksgiving 2024

9:00 pm Circle of Friends: The Kennedys

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

7:00 am FHS Winter Band 2022

8:30 am FHS Winter Music: Band 2024

10:00 am FHS Varsity Field Hockey v Walpole 11-15-25

12:00 pm FHS Varsity Volleyball v Newton North 11-15-25

2:00 pm FHSTC - Flowers for Algernon

3:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts

8:30 pm FHS Theater Company: Cinderella

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

8:00 am Conservation Commission 11-13-25

2:00 pm Conservation Commission 11-13-25

7:30 pm Zoning Board of Appeals  CHAMBERS  976 0501 0023

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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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 ???

Wednesday, November 19

10:00am

What's happening in Franklin, MA

Free Haircuts for Veterans (Franklin Senior Center)

11:00am Franklin Q&A (Franklin Senior Center)

1:00pm Scribblers Writing Group (recording session) (Franklin Senior Center)

1:00pm Where's the Toast? Memory Cafe (Franklin Senior Center)

6:30pm Queer Book Club (Franklin TV and Radio 102.9 FM)

Library & Senior Center events

For additional details on Library events -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

For additional details on Senior Center events ->   

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

**    Town Meetings today   **

Board of Assessors Meeting

Wednesday, November 19 Time: 4:30 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11192025-2009 

Town Council Meeting

Wednesday, November 19 Time: 6:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11192025-2010 

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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

Chronicle to feature segment on the Children's Museum of Franklin

Friends,

We’re excited to share big news: Children’s Museum of Franklin will be featured on WCVB’s award-winning show, Chronicle, this Wednesday (11/19/25) at 7:30 PM! 

Chronicle to feature segment on
the Children's Museum of Franklin

In our first two months, we’ve welcomed more than 13,000 visitors from nearly 250 towns across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and beyond. The community being built here is filled with joy, and we see the power of that come to life through the simple, meaningful act of learning through play.

The Chronicle segment will give viewers a look at the museum and our journey, as well as highlight a special exhibit on financial literacy, created through an incredible collaboration with our partner, Rockland Trust. This exhibit is a perfect example of how hands-on play can spark important life skills in a way that feels fun, empowering, and accessible to all.

We hope you’ll tune in with us!

When: Wednesday, November 19, 7:30 PM

Where: WCVB Channel 5’s Chronicle – – or watch the episode after it airs on Chronicle’s website or its YouTube channel.

With excitement,

Children’s Museum of Franklin

3rd Annual Dean College Coaching & Leadership Symposium - Friday, Dec 5

You’re Invited! 

Join us for the 3rd Annual Dean College Coaching & Leadership Symposium on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 8:30 AM–2:00 PM ET at the Dr. Paula M. Rooney Student Center (Franklin, MA). This event is FREE and open to all!

Whether you're a coach, athletic administrator, student-athlete, or an aspiring coach, this symposium is packed with valuable insights and professional development — all fully planned and executed by Dean College students.

3rd Annual Dean College Coaching
& Leadership Symposium - Friday, Dec 5

📅 Event Agenda:

• 8:30 AM – Registration

• 9:00 AM – Keynote: Best Practice Sports Betting Awareness & Education

• 10:00 AM – Breakout 1: Dealing with Difficult Parents/Fan Behavior

• 10:00 AM – Breakout 2: Utilizing AI in Coaching

• 11:00 AM – Panel: Building a Winning Culture

• 12:00 PM – Sports & Leadership Career Fair (Guidrey Center)

📍 Dean College – Dr. Paula M. Rooney Student Center

👉 Register here: 3rd Annual Coaching & Leadership Symposium Registration Link

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to this email: esteinberg920@student.dean.edu . We hope to see you there!

Franklin School Committee reorganizes, gets the scoop on what their about to do (video)

The Franklin School Committee met for the first time sine the Biennial Election Nov 4 brought 3 new members to the group. Superintendent Lucas Giguere opened the session to conduct the re-organization votes. Griffith was nominated for Chair and unanimously voted in. Callaghan nominated for Vice-Chair and also unanimously voter in.

Town Clerk Nancy Danello swore in the publicly and officially.

Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ea9CmNWJI1s

The agenda doc can be found ->  https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/FPSD/6138802/SCAGENDA11-18-25.pdf 

Pictures captured during the session are in one photo album ->

https://photos.app.goo.gl/TKFnfsbkzprJ5xSj9

Franklin School Committee (L-R): Hansen, Griffith, Callaghan, O'Sullivan, Mausolf, Charles, Karunakaran