- Many departments presented on what they do to send out information, what newsletters, social tools, etc.
- Town Administrator Jamie Hellen outlined a brief history of the communications role previously held and now currently held by Liz Kalaijian
- 2 members of the School Committee Community Relations Subcommittee were present, one in person, one remote and participated in discussion on collaboration around joint meetings (as needed) and office hours (agreeing to different times and places)
- Discussion around the work plan and attempt to prioritize the items led to a repeated round of conversation about the process of Councilors replying to resident's emails. Draft of the tentative process to be reviewed and agreed to by subcommittee before bringing to the full Council at a future date
- Review of the job description of the Communications Director, which in may cases was already covered in the prior discussion
Providing accurate and timely information about what matters in Franklin, MA since 2007. * Working in collaboration with Franklin TV and Radio (wfpr.fm) since October 2019 *
Friday, May 29, 2026
Communications Subcommittee listened & talked almost 4 hours on Thursday (video)
FHS boys tennis team playoff run ends on Thursday
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| FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com |
The Strawberry Stroll features a kids parade on the Dean College quad
Reminder: The annual Town of Franklin Pride Flag Raising! Sunday, May 31 at 1:00 PM
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Friday, May 29, 2026
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| 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 hour shares talking baseball with Scott Mason -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/01/get-that-spring-feeling-with-scott.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.
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, May 29, 2026 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)
- Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = FRIDAY
Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = FRIDAY
Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = FRIDAY
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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Thursday, May 28, 2026
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, May 28, 2026 ???
- Curbside trash/recycling pickup schedule delayed one day due to holiday; what was Wednesday will be picked up Thursday
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| For additional details on Library events -> https://www.franklinma.gov/ |
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| For additional details on Senior Center events -> |
Communications Subcommittee Meeting
Thursday, May 28 Time: 6:00 PM
https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05282026-2333
ZBA Meeting- NO Meeting
Thursday, May 28 Time: 7:30 PM
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar
Kick Off to Summer with the Flavors of Franklin!
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| Kick Off to Summer with the Flavors of Franklin! |
School Committee recognizes Seal of Biliteracy students and retirees (audio)
FM #1747 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1747 in the series.
This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM. All 7 members of the Committee participated, 6 were present in Chambers, 1 participated via Zoom.
Quick recap
17 students were recognized for achieving the Seal of Biliteracy in one or more languages other than English
A number of school department retirees from the Central Office or individual schools were recognized for their years of service
Superintendent Giguere presented his evidence as part of his evaluation. The subcommittee will collect additional feedback from committee members and prepare the final evaluation for review at a future meeting
The committee entered Executive Session, not to return to open meeting, to discussion negotiation strategy
Let’s listen (approx. 2 hours)
Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1747-franklin-ma-school-cmte-mtg-05-26-26/--------------
Franklin TV video is available for replay - https://www.youtube.com/live/uf-sv9TG2GU?&t=67
The agenda doc can be found - https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-2332
My notes can be found in one PDF file
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CM6UX_yg5qKduMZqiXqjYZNFCGQ4-K8T/view?usp=drive_link
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School of Fish updated at the Sculpture Park, Thursday, May 28, at 4:30 PM
The next Birchwood & Pour Richard's collaboration is a French themed dinner - Thursday, June 18
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| Tickets available. https://birchwoodbakery.square.site/events |
Join us with Cynthia Hurley Wines for an evening of bubbles, Burgundy, and the Loire paired with a stellar summer menu inspired by the French countryside.
Thursday, June 18 • 6:30PM
$95 per seat
- Zucchini Fritters
- Pea Risotto with Chèvre
- Salmon with Herbs de Provence & Asparagus Purée
- Guinea Hen & Potato Gratin
- Passion Fruit Pavlova
A night of bright wines, classic French flavors, and summer elegance. Limited seating available.













