What's happening in Franklin, MA: Wednesday, May 27, 2026 ???

Wednesday, May 27

• Curbside trash/recycling pickup schedule delayed one day due to holiday; what was Tuesday will be picked up Wednesday

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

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 additional details on 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=

***   Town Meetings today   ***

Council on Aging Board Meeting

Wednesday, May 27 Time: 11:00 AM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05272026-2334 

Franklin Cultural Council Meeting

Wednesday, May 27 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05272026-2331 

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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

Co-response program making an impact for Franklin

via Franklin Police Dept

Co-response program making an impact for Franklin 

"As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to an end the Franklin Police Department’s Co-Response Program continues to make a meaningful impact in our community by connecting individuals with the help and support they need during difficult times.

Through the partnership between our officers and co-response clinicians, we are able to respond to mental health, substance use, and crisis-related calls with a focus on care, de-escalation, and access to services.

In the past year:
• 881 cases were referred to the Co-Response Program
• 44 individuals were diverted from arrest and connected to treatment
• 142 individuals were diverted from unnecessary emergency department visits

Our goal remains simple: helping people get the support they need while keeping them safely connected to community resources whenever possible.

We are proud of the work being done every day through this collaborative effort to support the wellbeing of our residents."

https://www.instagram.com/p/DYz1YTDpwAL/

Reminder: PMC Kids Ride scheduled for Sunday, June 7

Reminder: PMC Kids Ride scheduled for Sunday, June 7

"Join us on Sunday, June 7th for the Franklin PMC Kids Ride, a bike ride for kids ages 3-14. Kids can choose from a 3, 6, or 10-mile course. 

Younger riders, not yet on two wheels, can take part in the Tikes and Trikes course in a fun, contained area. 100% of every rider-raised dollar goes directly to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute through its Jimmy Fund. 

Kids can join a team, create their own or ride solo! All local communities are encouraged to participate. This is our 20th year so come join the Fun! 

Riders can register, and donations can be made online at www.kids.pmc.org/franklin"

Franklin Public Schools Fifth Graders Recognized at One8 Applied Learning Hub Student Showcase

Superintendent Lucas Giguere and Director of Curriculum STEM Eric Stark are pleased to share that fifth-grade students from Lincoln Street and Washington Street Elementary Schools recently presented Applied Learning math projects to over 500 industry professionals at the One8 Applied Learning Hub Student Showcase in Boston.

Both schools received awards for their impressive group projects. Washington Street’s team won the ST Math category and Lincoln Street’s team won Project of Distinction. 

Fifth-grade students from Lincoln Street and
Washington Street Elementary Schools presented projects
at the One8 Applied Learning Hub Student Showcase
on May 8. (Photo Courtesy Franklin Public Schools)

Students first began working on the projects in February, when they were tasked with working in groups to create a tri-fold poster explaining an ST Math game they use in class.

ST Math is a supplemental math program that teaches mathematical concepts through visual puzzles. Through its visual depictions of math concepts, the program removes language barriers for students and utilizes interactive puzzles to explain ideas.

The project challenged students to introduce the game to someone unfamiliar with it. Students explained how the game helped them develop a mathematical skill or concept, and considered how industry professionals use math within their careers.

Students shared their projects with professionals from across the state, including individuals from organizations such as the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Liberty Mutual. They also presented to several local organizations, including the Town of Franklin, Franklin School Committee and Franklin Public Schools.

The professionals provided feedback and discussed the projects with students. Through the conversations, students learned about the process of applying concepts learned in the classroom to real world scenarios.

"Projects like this allow our students to understand the curriculum from a different perspective," said Washington Street Elementary School Principal Evan Chelman. "As our students collaborated to teach others a math concept, they approached the course material from a new angle. It was exciting to see them work together and incorporate the feedback community members provided."

With their revised projects, the fifth graders presented their work at Franklin High School during the Science National Honor Society’s Family Science Night on April 9.

The months of hard work paid off on May 8, when the students traveled to the TRACK at new balance and presented their projects at the One8 Applied Learning Hub Student Showcase. They received written and verbal feedback from industry professionals, whose notes praised the projects and allowed students to draw connections between their own and the professionals’ work.

“We prioritize aligning our curriculum and student experiences with current industry practices,” said Superintendent Giguere. “Through our partnerships with the One8 Applied Learning Hub and ST Math, our students can attend meaningful events such as the showcase. These opportunities allow them to see firsthand how their classroom lessons apply to the outside world."

The final product each group displayed at the showcase was a tri-fold poster with an ST Math puzzle and description, the math concept behind the game, the connection between the game and the real world and how it relates to at least one profession.

“We are very proud of the groups that presented at the One8 Student Showcase,” said Lincoln Street Elementary School Principal Brad Hendrixson. “The months of hard work paid off as our students took home multiple awards and had insightful conversations with industry professionals. These hands-on events truly make a difference in our students' learning experience, and we were happy to see them thrive during their showcase presentations."

About the One8 Foundation and the One8 Applied Learning Hub

The One8 education team identifies, supports and scales high impact programs and approaches that help schools and teachers prepare students for success in a rapidly changing, data rich world. One8 imagines a future where high-quality applied learning opportunities that make learning relevant, stimulating and rewarding are a regular part of the student experience driving impact for all students. 

The One8 Applied Learning Hub helps Massachusetts schools get the most out of Applied Learning programs by providing implementation support, educator community building, and student opportunities that bring learning to life. The One8 Applied Learning Hub currently supports seven programs in the Commonwealth: the Democratic Knowledge Project, Investigating History, OpenSciEd, PBLWorks, Project Lead The Way, Skew the Script, and ST Math. 

Visit www.one8.org and www.one8alhub.org to learn more.

Additional photos can be found - https://photos.app.goo.gl/BqXRa4vnYddi331X7

FHS girls lacrosse & boys tennis teams advance in playoffs on Tuesday

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Spring sports competition for Franklin High School on Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Girls Lacrosse = Division 1

#21 Andover, 5 @ #12 Franklin, 15 – Final

"Revenge was not something Franklin was trying to hide from.

The Panthers knew exactly what happened last season in the state tournament against Andover, and once the Warriors showed up in the bracket again, Franklin was not interested in pretending this was just another tournament game.

Click here for a photo gallery from this game.

One year after Andover ended Franklin’s season in an upset, the Panthers got their response Tuesday night, jumping out to a big lead and dominating after halftime to roll to a 15-5 win in the opening round of the Division 1 state tournament.

“We knew they knocked us out last year, so there was a little revenge,” Franklin coach Kristen Igoe Guarino said. “I think it’s a good mentality to have. We wanted to fight for everything — nothing’s given to us. I think that kind of happened to us a few weeks ago where we got complacent. It was important we came in with the mentality of you have to earn it, and playing a team who beat you last year is helpful.”

Continue reading the recap by Ryan Lanigan || HockomockSports.com Editor

https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-girls-lacrosse-get-payback-roll-past-andover-in-d1-opener/

Franklin TV video for replay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFJd9oq9bM0

Boys Tennis = Division 1

#34 Franklin, 3 @ #31 Braintree, 2 – Final

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/tuesdays-schedule-scoreboard-05-26-26/

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

Reminder: FHS Class of 1976 - Do you have your Reunion Tickets ???

FHS Class of 1976 Reunion Tickets

"Please let any one you know who graduated in 1976 that our 50th Class Reunion tickets and info can be found here: https://fhs-class-of-76.org/fhs-class-of-76-page?"

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BznQsH59W/

“Embrace Your Quilty Creativity” program Tuesday, June 9 in Franklin

Yankee Quilters, a nonprofit quilt guild, will present a program by Janet Elia on inspiring quilt projects at its meeting at 7:00 PM. Tuesday, June 9th, at Emma’s Quilt Cupboard in the Horace Mann Plaza, East Central Street in Franklin. Elia is a quilter, instructor and lecturer from Taunton. Her slide show will reveal her creative process and her sources of inspiration to develop quilting motifs and designs. To see photos of Janet’s work, visit her blog. This program is open to non-members for a one-time fee of $5.00.

The June meeting will also include the organization’s annual “Strawberry Social,” which wraps up the program year, dates for summer events, and a report on the many quilts donated for charity in the past six months.

Yankee will hold a summer “staycation” open to all quilters Friday, July 31st to Sunday, August 2nd at Christ The King Lutheran Church in Holliston. Cost for 3 days of quilting space is $125 for non-members ($100 for members). Annual membership for the 2026-2027 program year will be $40.00 for new members and includes an embroidered name badge. Contact yankeequilters11@gmail.com, call (508) 657-4770 or mail payment in full to PO Box 53, Franklin, MA 02038.

For information about other events, please contact YankeeQuilters11@gmail.com.

Yankee Quilters Guild is a 501-c-3 charitable organization based in Franklin with members throughout the region. The Guild meets on the second Tuesday each month at Emma’s Quilt Cupboard in Franklin, Horace Mann Plaza, East Central Street, Franklin in space generously donated by the store. Donations to the Guild are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by current law.

Franklin Rod And Gun Club schedules annual Fishing Derby - June 6

June 6th is our annual Fishing Derby! Just $10 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and younger on gorgeous Uncas Pond, which was recently stocked with 1,200 trout.

There will be cash prizes for adults coming in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd for biggest fish but all kids 16 and younger get trophies. We'll have free use of bait, gear, boats, rods & reels while supplies last. You can bring your own (non-motorized) boat as well and launch from our beach or public access road.

We'll have an all-you-can-eat breakfast for $5 or, if you don't want that, breakfast sandwiches for sale that you can bring with you while you fish. There will also be a free pizza lunch.

Raffles will be taking place throughout the day as well. It's a time-honored Franklin tradition and we can't wait to see you out there. Tight lines!!

Shared from FB event - https://www.facebook.com/events/1904712943566307/

Franklin Library News & Events for June 2026 - Events for Adults

Events for Adults

English Conversation Group, Tuesdays @ 6:30pm
Looking for a casual, low-stress place to practice your English language skills? Join us on Tuesday evenings for a friendly group chat with your fellow English learners. Please note: this group is meant for folks who have a basic grasp of English and are looking for conversational practice, not very beginners. A tutor will be present to answer questions and help keep the conversation flowing, but the focus will not be on formal instruction. No registration required.

Table Top, Alternating Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 6pm
Registration Required (see below). No Experience Necessary.
It's time to dust off your dice, grab a source book and role play your way through hijinks and horrors! Table Top is a monthly game of tabletop role playing games for adults. Email mgousie@minlib.net to sign up and/or get more info.

Knitting Group, Fridays, 10am – 12pm
Love to knit or crochet? Join our group of local fiber artists who will be meeting in the Friends of the Franklin Library Community Room! All skill levels are welcome. No registration required.
 
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.

Painting for Adults, Saturday, June 6 @ 1pm
Registration Required
This month, our community is hosting almost a dozen foreign nations for the 2026 World Cup. Adults can join Lily and create your own step-by-step painting of a beacon to welcome these other countries to our shores! All materials will be provided.

Diamond Art De-Stress, Saturday, June 6 @ 2pm
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.

Diamond Art De-Stress, Saturday, June 11 @ 6pm
Registration Required
Give your day some sparkle & zen. Enjoy a meditative diamond art project. All materials provided. For ages 18+.

Strawberry Pompoms Craft! 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. No registration required.

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!

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. This event will not include instruction on how to play. If you have your own mahjong set, please bring it along. Play begins at 6pm, but the fun can start any time before the library closes! For ages 18+. No registration required. 

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.

From Friends of the Franklin Library

“Berry” Sweet Things at the Strawberry Stroll, Friday, June 12 @ 4pm
Enter for a chance to win an FOFL tote of prizes and say “hello” to some friendly faces ready to chat about community support for the Franklin Public Library! We'll also have some kid-friendly giveaways!

Friends Annual Meeting, Tuesday, June 16 @ 7pm
At our Annual Meeting, we will review the past year’s activities and finances, discuss pending business, and elect members for our Board of Directors. If you would like to learn more about getting involved with the Friends, including joining the Board, please join us for our next regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 12 at 7pm and/or email fofl02038@gmail.com for more information. New Friends are always welcome!

We Have a NEW Mailing Address
Friends of the Franklin Library
c/o Franklin Public Library
118 Main Street
Franklin, MA 02038

This is a portion of the full newsletter for June 2026   https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9585/June-2026-Franklin-Library-News-and-Events---Franklin-MA?bidId=

Reminder: call for web designers by the Franklin 250th Anniversary Celebration Committee

Reminder: call for web designers by the
Franklin 250th Anniversary Celebration Committee

"The Franklin 250th Anniversary Celebration Committee is seeking qualified web designers and creative partners to help build the official Franklin 250 website ahead of the Town’s 250th Anniversary celebration.

View full project details and submission information here: https://buff.ly/xoGcFN4"

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/1G7GZcaeJq/

School Committee recognizes Seal of Biliteracy students and retirees (video)

The Franklin School Committee met as scheduled on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 in Council Chambers with all 7 members participating (1 remotely).

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

Quick recap

• 17 student 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

My notes can be found in one PDF file

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CM6UX_yg5qKduMZqiXqjYZNFCGQ4-K8T/view?usp=drive_link

School Committee and Biliteracy students

School Committee, principals, and retirees

Asked to enter your email address and password to open a party invite? That’s a scam

Asked to enter your email address and password to open a party invite? That’s a scam By BCP Staff It’s graduation and summer party season. The FTC is getting reports about unexpected “You’re invited” texts and emails that are actually phishing scams.  These fake invitations ask for your email login credentials or a special pass code to open them, but don’t do it.  Learn how these phishing scams work and how to protect yourself if you get one. Read more ->  https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2026/05/asked-enter-your-email-address-and-password-open-party-invite-thats-scam?utm_source=govdelivery

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Tuesday, May 26, 2026 ???

Tuesday, May 26

• Curbside trash/recycling pickup schedule delayed one day due to holiday; what was Monday will be picked up Tuesday

12:00pm Community Closet (Franklin United Methodist Church)

6:30pm FREE 2026 Wellness Speaking Series (Franklin YMCA)

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/DocumentCenter/View/9195/May-2026-Newsletter?bidId=

***   Town Meetings today   ***

Massachusetts Strategic Health Group Meeting

Tuesday, May 26 Time: 1:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-2335 

Franklin School Committee Meeting

Tuesday, May 26 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-2332 

250th Anniversary Celebration Budget Subcommittee Meeting

Tuesday, May 26 Time: 8:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-2330 

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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 of Franklin 2026 Memorial Day Ceremony - 05/25/26 (audio)

FM #1746 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1746 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares the audio of the Town of Franklin Memorial Day ceremony held on the Town Common on Monday, May 25, 2026. The day was overcast, a rainy forecast had caused the cancellation of the parade. 

Veterans Service Officer Shannon Nisbett is the master of ceremonies and introduces each speaker, and walks us through the program. 

The ceremony runs about 56 minutes. 

Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1746-town-of-franklin-memorial-day-ceremony-05-25-26/

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The ceremony program provides all the snake and roles of speakers and contributors (PDF) -> 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1y6VTbOFEgYFTve7wCVFaWcFpZIpRJBjx/view?usp=drive_link 

Photos from the ceremony - https://photos.app.goo.gl/Q4cdHXrCz7pNFfov6

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