Friday, May 22, 2026

Summer music program registration is open for you today !!!

"Don't miss your chance to register for our popular Summer Music Program! 



Go to bit.ly/3T28FUw for complete details."



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Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Friday, May 22, 2026

Yes, Franklin has its 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:


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  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 


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Franklin TV schedule for Friday, May 22, 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 21, 2026

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, May 21, 2026 ???

Thursday, May 21



7:00pm Rising Stars Cabaret (THE BLACK BOX)

7:00pm BEN 4 FRANKLIN (meeting canceled this month)



For Library events -> https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events
For Library events ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events



For additional details on Senior Center events -> https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9195/May-2026-Newsletter?bidId=
For additional details on Senior Center events ->   




***    Town Meetings today   ***

Town Council Monthly Office Hours
Thursday, May 21 Time: 8:30 AM
No agenda for this informal session

Pole Petition Hearing - Panther Way
Thursday, May 21 Time: 1:00 PM

Town Council Meeting (Council Chambers)
Thursday, May 21 Time: 6:00 PM

Conservation Commission (3rd Floor Trng Room)
Thursday, May 21 Time: 7:00 PM


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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

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Second Budget Hearing at Town Council meeting Thursday, May 21 - 6 PM

The second FY 2027 budget hearing is scheduled for the Town Council meeting tonight, May 21 at 6 PM.  

Assuming the normal format was followed on Wednesday night, the questions left over (not answered) usually are answered on Thursday. While there normally is a vote on the budget, recall that it was revealed that the current budget version would not be revised to include 
  • the latest from the Senate or House versions
  • the actual costs for the GIC health plans for FY 2027
  • the Finance Committee recommendations.
Until after Memorial Day, and hence may be ready for the Finance Committee meeting May 27. (Late breaking word says the 27th meeting is to be cancelled, the health care numbers are not yet available.)

The Finance Committee is also scheduled to meet June 3; at this session, the Finance Committee will (finally) get to vote on the revised budget.

The Town Council mets on June 10 and at that time will get to close out this portion of the FY 2027 budget with a vote. 

So settle in, the questions and answers are going to be interesting to see which way the Council will go on the budget.

Town Council budget hearing #1 agenda

Town Council budget hearing #2 agenda

Finance Committee budget hearings covered spent 16+ hours reviewing, questioning, and deliberating on the FY 2027 budget over 4 nights. The YouTube videos are available on the TV Town Hall Channel. The meeting recap for each session is available at Franklin.News
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Franklin PorchFest 2026 - Schedule has more than 50 bands performing on over 30 porches



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PorchFest is coming soon — Saturday, June 6th — and it’s time to start planning your day!

Will you begin your day at the Franklin Historical Museum or the Franklin Public Library with the 12:00 PM performances? 

Or will you head over to Franklin Town Common for the 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM shows?

However, you plan your day, you’ll be treated to more than 50 bands performing on over 30 porches throughout Franklin’s Cultural District. 


The most up-to-date performance times and locations are always available at Franklin.PorchFest.Info.

 
Volunteering Opportunities; Interested in helping out during PorchFest - sign up at  Franklin Porchfest 2026 Volunteer Signup  .

 
We’re looking for Porch Managers to help coordinate with porch hosts and performers to keep everything running smoothly throughout the day. This is your chance to get involved in an amazing community event and help bring music to the streets of Franklin’s Cultural District!

 
🎶 Franklin PorchFest 2026
📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🌧 Rain date: Sunday, June 7, 2026


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Save the date for the Summer Reading Kickoff June 18

"Save the date for our summer reading kickoff at An Unlikely Story!"















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Have you signed up for the Inaugural Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament - June 14 ???

Franklin Fathers schedule the Inaugural Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament - June 14
Franklin Fathers schedule the Inaugural
Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament - June 14

"Take us out to the Ballgame!

We’re thrilled to announce we’ve opened team registrations for the Inaugural Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament, a family-friendly event coming to Beaver Pond on Sunday, June 14th!

We’ll be posting more about Eddie’s incredible story, our fundraising efforts, and our wonderfully gracious community partners soon, but we’d love to have you join us.

Scan the QR code or find the registration link ->   https://forms.gle/LqbaRKZz3kHYKZ9D7!"

#community 
#franklinma



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Federated Thrift Shop closed for the Memorial Day weekend

The Thrift Shop at the Franklin Federated Church is closed on Friday, May 22 and Saturday,  May 23, 2026.
Federated Thrift Shop closed for the Memorial Day weekend
Federated Thrift Shop closed for the Memorial Day weekend




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Franklin Library Special Event Highlights for June 2026

2026 Reading Challenge

June: A Book with a Sympathetic Villain
Looking for a way to expand your reading habits this year? Join the Massachusetts Center for the Book 2026 Reading Challenge for adults and the library will reward your reading with a coupon for a free book from our book sale! Check out the details on our Reading Challenges page.


Special Events for Kids & Teens

Minecraft Party, Wednesday, June 10 @ 1pm
Join us at the library for a block-tastic Minecraft Party! Get ready to play games, mine for treasure, and more fun surprises. No registration required.

Blanket Fort Family Night, Thursday, June 18 @ 6pm
Families are invited to bring blankets, pillows, and flashlights to create cozy forts throughout the library. Enjoy stories and tasty s’mores as we turn the library into the ultimate indoor camping adventure! No registration required.

Legendary Foam Party! Saturday, June 27 @ 10:30am
We're bubbling with excitement! Enjoy some tunes and sudsy fun with Legendary Foam. (Don't forget your towel!) No registration required.


Special Events for Adults

Crafter’s Circle, Thursday June 4 @ 6pm
New Program!
Gather round the circle to work your latest craft project and maybe learn something new as we enjoy each other’s company and the craft projects we love! No registration required.

Diamond Art De-stress, Saturday, June 6 @ 2:30pm & Thursday, June 11 @ 6pm
Registration Required
Give your day some Sparkle & Zen... Enjoy a meditative diamond art project! All materials provided. For ages 18+.

Learn to Mahjong! Tuesday, June 9 @ 6:30pm
This intro to Mahjong session will introduce the suits, the rules, the card, and other basics of American Mahjong! No registration required.
Mahjong Meetup, Tuesday, June 23 @ 6pm

Whether you have a rudimentary knowledge of Mahjong or have been playing for years, we would love to have you join us for an evening of strategy, luck and fun. This is an opportunity for the novice to hone their skills and experienced players to share their knowledge. For ages 18+. 

Special Events for All Ages

Strawberry Pompoms, Friday, June 12 @ 3pm
Start your Strawberry Stroll early at the library with a fun craft, making pompoms in the shape of a strawberry! No registration required.

Due Dolce Concert, Thursday, June 18 @ 7pm
Imagine a leisurely stroll down cobblestone streets with the sweet sounds of nostalgic, street-style jazz and European folk songs from the early 1900's as we welcome Due Dolce for an evening concert! A perfect start to a relaxing long weekend or summer date night along Franklin's Main Street.

Seed-Starting Workshop, Monday, June 22 @ 4pm
Summer Reading is here and we're Planting a Seed of imagination to read our way to adventure! Start off your summer reading journey with a workshop starting a veggie you can grow at home. Supplies are limited. No registration required.

The Library is collecting paper egg cartons for this event. Please consider recycling them with us!

Butterfly Garden, Saturday, June 27 @ 1pm
Explore a tunnel of adult butterflies, plants, caterpillars, eggs, and chrysalis! Come see a native species of New England up close! No registration required.

Franklin Library Book Sale
Friday, June 12 15: 1 - 5pm
Saturday, June 13: 9am - 12pm
All books are just one dollar!
Bag Sale - $5 Per Bag
Saturday, June 13: 1 - 4pm
Come fill a brown bag with all the books you can!

 
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ALERT: 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node Zoom Meeting Tomorrow night, May 21st, at 7-9 PM

Hi all!
Our 350 Mass Franklin Node meeting will be held tomorrow night, May 21, from 7-9 PM.

This will be a Zoom only meeting, here's a link:


Meeting Zoom link:
Meeting ID: 819 3030 4274 Passcode: 350ma
Dial-in +1 646 876 9923

Our meeting's focus will be on:
Renewal of municipal aggregation:  
Mendon to be renewed soon.

Save Money with Clean Heat: 
Petition signature gathering
Farmers markets schedule
Mass Dems convention: any delegates other than Rand and Carolyn?

Meetings with state reps

Opt-in Specialized Stretch Code: 
When does Franklin want to advocate?

Thank you, and hoping to see you on Zoom tomorrow night, May 21sth, from 7-9 PM!

With gratitude,
Carolyn, Rand and Steve
508-335-0848 Carolyn cell

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Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, May 14, 2026

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio introduced a brand new schedule early in 2025 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:


8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 6:00 PM - Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock covering Franklin, its local government, services, and events  (Repeats Saturday at 3:00 PM)


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)"  


Find the playlist ->  https://tinyurl.com/TurntablePlaylists

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Franklin TV schedule for Thursday, May 21, 2026 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

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


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


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


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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Wednesday, May 20, 2026

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Wednesday, May 20, 2026 ???

Wednesday, May 20

7:00am Dana-Farber Mammograms Van (New England Chapel) 
12:00pm Once Upon A Town (live taping) (Franklin TV and Radio Studio) 
1:00pm "Where's the Toast?" Memory Cafe (Franklin Senior Center) 
2:00pm Women's Health Expo (New England Chapel) 
6:00pm FHS Senior Student Recital (Franklin United Methodist Curch)
6:30pm Bingo night (Kings Brick Oven Pizza & Pub) 
6:30pm Franklin Elks Bingo Night (Franklin Elks Lodge #2136) 
7:00pm Smarty Pants Trivia (Raillery Public House)



For Library events -> https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events
For Library events ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events



For additional details on Senior Center events -> https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9195/May-2026-Newsletter?bidId=
For additional details on Senior Center events ->   




***    Town Meetings today   ***

Town Council Meeting - budget hearing #1

Wednesday, May 20 Time: 6:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05202026-2323

 


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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

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Town Council FY 2027 budget hearings scheduled over 2 nights; May 20 & May 21

The Town Council meetings over the next 2 nights will give the new, and yes, since they haven't (most of them anyway), done a budget hearing before, this is all new to the Council.

The normal format is Wednesday, the first night, the line item summary for each of the departments is read aloud by the Clerk of the Council. As it is read, a member (or multiple members) placed a hold on a department line item for follow-up (question, comment, etc.). 

A few departments are generally held automatically by the Chair (Police, Fire, Schools, DPW, Facilities). 

After the list of holds is confirmed, the Council will start back at the beginning of the listing (account number order per the voting document) to address the question for that item. Councilors first, then Council Chamber community members, then Zoom participants, until all questions/comments were addressed for each item.

If any questions can't be answered (usually due to additional research required), those are carried over to the second night. After all those are done, the Council usually votes on the budget.

Not this time around.

Recall that at the end of the 4 Finance Committee hearings, it was revealed that the current budget version would not be revised to include 
  • the latest from the Senate or House versions
  • the actual costs for the GIC health plans for FY 2027
  • the Finance Committee recommendations.
Until after Memorial Day, and ready for the Finance Committee meeting May 27. The Finance Committee is also scheduled to meet June 3, at one of these 2 sessions, the Finance Committee will get to vote on the revised budget. The Town Council mets on June 10 and will at that time get to close out this portion of the FY 2027 budget. 

So settle in, the questions and answers are going to be interesting to see which way the Council will go on the budget.

Town Council budget hearing #1 agenda

Town Council budget hearing #2 agenda

Finance Committee budget hearings covered spent 16+ hours reviewing, questioning, and deliberating on the FY 2027 budget over 4 nights. The YouTube videos are available on the TV Town Hall Channel. The meeting recap for each session is available at Franklin.News
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