What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, July 2, 2026 ???

Thursday, July 2

5:00pm 4th of July Celebration (Franklin Town Common)

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 ***

Franklin Commission on Disability

Thursday, July 2 Time: 4:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07022026-2386  

Conservation Commission Meeting

Thursday, July 2 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07022026-2388 

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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

Franklin 4th of July Coalition: Schedule for Thursday, July 2 - Fireworks at 10 PM

Thursday, July 2

• Carnival Hours:  6-10
• WRIST BANDS: 6-10
• Fireworks: 10

Music: 6-10
6:00 - Garden of Hedon
Garden of Hedon is a 70s-influenced psychedelic blues-rock band. Known for high-energy live sets, the band blends classic rock swagger with punk attitude.

7:15 - Ozzie Tribute Band
Local musicians pay tribute to the Prince of Darkness.

8:30 - The Zajac Brothers
The Zajac Brothers Band features songwriter Tyler Zajac along with his brother Matthew Zajac on drums. They've assembled a versatile group of musicians to achieve.

Please support the event DONATE or https://franklin-july-4th-coalition-2.snwbll.com/2024-july-4th

June 2026 edition of Franklin First is ready for your reading pleasure

Check out the latest edition here: https://buff.ly/XOyH4nG

"The June 2026 edition of Franklin First has arrived!

Stay connected with what's happening in Franklin! This month's newsletter is packed with Town news, community updates, summer events, important reminders and more.

 Check out the latest edition here: https://buff.ly/XOyH4nG"

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, July 2, 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

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday

Franklin TV schedule for Thursday, July 2, 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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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Wednesday, July 1, 2026 ???

Wednesday, July 1

10:00am Veterans Coffee Social (Franklin Senior Center) next social in August

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 ***

Board of Health Meeting

Wednesday, July 1 Time: 5:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-2387 

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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

Franklin 4th of July Coalition: Wednesday, July 1 events on the Town Common

Wednesday, July 1

Carnival Hours: 6-10 PM

WRIST BANDS: 6-10 PM

Music: 8-10 PM

Franklin 4th of July Coalition:  Wednesday, July 1 events on the Town Common

Town of Franklin: Cooling Centers for this heat spell

Extreme Heat Warning in Effect

If you're making plans for the July 4th holiday, be sure to plan for the heat, too.

The U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for Wednesday, July 1, through Saturday, July 4, with dangerously hot temperatures and high humidity expected in Franklin and across much of Massachusetts.

Need a place to cool off? The Franklin Public Library, Franklin Senior Center, and New England Chapel will be open as cooling centers. See the graphic for locations and hours.

Remember to:

Drink plenty of water.

Stay in air-conditioned spaces whenever possible.

Limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.

Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle.

Keep pets cool with plenty of water and shade, and avoid walking them on hot pavement.

Check on older adults, neighbors, friends, and loved ones who may be more vulnerable to the heat.

Town of Franklin Overflow Trash Bag Price Increase Effective July 1

Price increase from $15 to $20.

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1VbM56jpRq/

“I Make a Good Living...” Tom Hanks 2023 Commencement Address to Harvard

"Tom Hanks had Harvard graduates laughing out loud during his 2023 commencement address with a brutally funny self-roast. The Oscar-winning actor joked that he had never attended Harvard, never taken a class, and never even stepped inside the library, yet makes a great living playing people who did. 

Reflecting on his own unconventional educational journey through community college, California State University, and the “School of Hard Knocks,” Hanks delivered a heartfelt and humorous message about life, learning, and success. His candid remarks struck a chord with graduates and quickly became one of the ceremony’s most memorable moments."

Video link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVga4CX6kXA

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday, July 1, 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 

Franklin and its local government, services and events (repeats Saturday at 2 PM)  

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM The Wonderful World of Wine – Mark Lenzi, Kim Simone All about wine, its culture, lore and finer points. (repeats Saturday at 1 PM)  

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday

Franklin TV schedule for Wednesday, July 1, 2026 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

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

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

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

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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Prospect St Culvert Repair ~ Road Closed effective June 30, 2026

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June 29, 2026 Prospect St Culvert Repair ~ Road Closed Detours will be in place. Please avoid the area if possible.  Thank you for your patience! View it on website

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 ???

Tuesday, June 30

9:30—10:15 AM Cool Cruisers!    (Franklin Public Library)

10:30—11:00 AM Pre-K Pals!     (Franklin Public Library)

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

4:00—5:00 PM     Summer Growth     (Franklin Public Library)

4:00—4:30 PM     Wiggle Worms!     (Franklin Public Library)

5:00pm Tuesday Night Cruise (Kings Brick Oven Pizza & Pub)

6:30—7:30 PM     English Conversation Group     (Franklin Public Library)

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=

***  NO Town Meetings today ***

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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

Franklin 4th of July Coalition: Music Schedule

Wednesday, July 1

6:00 - Ricky Brennan Jr.

As one of the founding members of Wheat, Ricky recorded three internationally released albums, toured the US & Europe numerous times, and performed on national TV shows such as NBC's Late Night with Conan O'Brien and Last Call with Carson Daly. 

8:00 - GQ & The Lady

GQ and the Lady is an experienced, musically diverse dance band, featuring one of the areas most versatile and dynamic lead female vocalists

Thursday, July 2

6:00 - Garden of Hedon

Garden of Hedon is a 70s-influenced psychedelic blues-rock band. Known for high-energy live sets, the band blends classic rock swagger with punk attitude.

7:15 - Ozzie Tribute Band

Local musicians pay tribute to the Prince of Darkness.

8:30 - The Zajac Brothers

The Zajac Brothers Band features songwriter Tyler Zajac along with his brother Matthew Zajac on drums. They've assembled a versatile group of musicians to achieve.

Friday, July 3

12:00 - Two Guys Who Like Sharks

Acoustic rock with driving bass lines for music from the 80s through today

1:30 - Midnight Ride

Midnight Ride delivers high-energy music from rock’s golden age, spanning the ’60s to the ’90s. With a setlist full of classic American rock, British Invasion hits, and smooth yacht rock

3:00 - George Cross Project

With the fierce guitar work of George Cross, and  untamed vocals of Andrew Coyle, The George Cross Project has been electrifying audiences with their unique blend of “East Coast Blues”. 

4:30 - Attleboro School of Rock

School of Rock is the leader in performance-based music education, ..... taking students from the lesson room to the stage.

6:30 - Full Circle

Full Circle is a five piece Rock & Roll and dance band with a variety of classics and newer covers. 

8:00 - Jeff Pitchell

Jeff Pitchell is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and recording artist. He leads the band Jeff Pitchell and Texas Flood performing original and classic rock selections

Saturday, July 4

12:00 - Mike Crandall Franklin Blues Festival

Local, National and International Blues Artist perform and pay tribute to Mike Crandall and his music.

12:00 - ED PEABODY & THE BIG BLUE THANG 

1:15 -  CLIFF TAYLOR & THE UNDERTAKERS

2:30 - NEAL & THE VIPERS

3:45 - MIKE CRANDALL TRIBUTE BAND

5:00 - SUGAR RAY & THE BLUETONES

6:15 - CARL RICCI & 706 UNION AVE 

7:30 - THE DARRELL NULISCH BAND

8:45 - RICHIMAN & GROOVE NICE

Sunday, July 5

12:00 - Jamie Barrett

Jamie Barrett is a beloved Franklin singer-songwriter, guitarist and music teacher. 

1:15 - Padula Family Band

Franklin's own Padula Family performs timeless jazz standards and the sounds of blues. Featuring Ryan, Matthew and Aiden Padula along with Ian Richardson.

2:30 - Dave Fields Band with Special Guest Diane Blue

Dave Fields live is an electrifying experience. His soulful singing is punctuated with a performance of guitar virtuosity, blues, rock and beyond. He is joined by special guest Diane Blue 

4:00 - Beantown Swing Orchestra

Beantown Swing Orchestra specializes in big band swing. It produces the distinct big band sound recognized by generations worldwide

You can also find the full schedule - https://www.franklin4th.com/music

Please support the event DONATE or https://franklin-july-4th-coalition-2.snwbll.com/2024-july-4th

250 to 250: Establishment of Washington D.C., Narrated by Lisa Ann Walter (video)

"Lisa Ann Walter is an actress, comedian, and producer who proudly calls Washington, D.C. her hometown. Walter was born and raised in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area where she marched in protests for women’s reproductive rights and the Equal Rights Amendment, as well as against the Vietnam War. Walter went to college in the area, researching and writing her term papers at the Library of Congress. Her connection and understanding of the area are why she narrates the story of how Washington, D.C. became America’s capital."

Another in the series of 250 to 250 - https://www.youtube.com/@twofiftytotwofifty

Direct Video link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YA8TimpCDhQ

Playlist of 250 to 250 - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLO4pJ0qT4zuG2Cp_J3JEVpiP0sAW1uoBW

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Tuesday, June 30, 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:

wfpr.fm Schedule for Tuesday, Franklin Public Radio

Franklin TV schedule for Tuesday, June 30, 2026 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

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

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

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

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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