Wednesday, June 3, 2026

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Wednesday, June 3, 2026 ???

Wednesday, June 3


Restaurant Week (Day 4/7)


10:00am Veterans Coffee Social (Franklin Senior Center)

5:30pm Bluegrass & Country Jam Circle (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 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   ***

Franklin Public Schools Contractual Negotiations Meeting (Executive Session)

Wednesday, June 3 Time: 4:30 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-2326 


Board of Health Meeting

Wednesday, June 3 Time: 5:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-2345


Finance Committee Meeting

Wednesday, June 3 Time: 6:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-2346 


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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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Reminder: Very important Finance Committee meeting on the FY 2027 budget and CPA funding

The Finance Committee will meet on Wednesday, June 3, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at the Franklin Municipal Building.

Residents are encouraged to follow the discussion and stay informed on Town finances and budget-related matters.

The agenda doc also contains remote participation info

Attend remotely via Zoom using the information provided in the agenda packet.

To be broadcast to FRANKLIN TOWN HALL TV for Comcast 9 / Verizon 29 subscribers and to YouTube https://bit.ly/FTV-TownHall


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Among the items on the agenda are a review of proposed Community Preservation Act funds for a number of projects

4. Community Preservation Act

a. Resolution 26-23 Community Preservation Fund: Annual Appropriation and Reservation  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9623/3c-FY27-CPA-Reservations-Resolution-26-23-1

i. 05-18-2026 CPC Agenda Packet   https://franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-2318
These projects were discussed the Community Preservation Committee meeting May 18, 2026. You can watch the video replay here - https://www.youtube.com/live/VK4JHlQ0FPo?&t=74

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Get your free tickets to the MetroWest Regional Fan Zone 2026 - Franklin

MetroWest Regional Fan Zone 2026 - Franklin
By MetroWest Boston Visitors Bureau

Cheer on your favorite World Cup teams at the MetroWest Regional Fan Zone!

Watch FIFA World Cup 2026(TM) matches LIVE in our MetroWest Regional Fan Zone, featuring giant jumbotron watch parties, food trucks, beer garden, arts & crafts and other vendors, entertainment and family-friendly activities. Bring your friends, your team spirit, and get ready for an unforgettable summer of soccer!

The Franklin Fan Zone will run June 24-25, showcasing four games at the Franklin Town Common:

June 24:
Festival open 2pm – 9pm
Showing: Switzerland vs Canada at 3 PM and Scotland vs Brazil at 6 PM

June 25:
Festival open 3pm – 9pm
Showing: Ecuador vs. Germany at 4 PM and Tunisia vs Netherlands at 7 PM

PLEASE NOTE: Tickets are FREE but required!  


For detailed event information, please visit www.metrowestvisitors.org/world-cup




Please note the following prohibited items:

No coolers, no outside food and drink, no weapons, no fireworks/sparklers, no smoking/vaping, no bikes/scooters, no pets, no tailgating, no speakers
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Did you miss the Pride Flag Raising Ceremony in Franklin on Sunday? You can watch/listen to it here (video & audio)

FM #1753 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1753 in the series. 


This session shares the Pride Flag Raising Ceremony held on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at the Town of Franklin Municipal Building. Town Council Ted Cormier-Leger was the Master of Ceremonies and introduced each of the speakers.

 

The recording runs about 38 minutes, so let’s listen in.


video link - https://youtu.be/zx4OF6PHxmM


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Advance notice of the ceremony  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/05/reminder-annual-town-of-franklin-pride.html 



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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. 


This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.


How can you help?

  • If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

  • If you don't like something here, please let me know

  • And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do


Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.


For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/  or www.franklin.news 


If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com


The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.


I hope you enjoy!

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FHS softball win to advance, girls lacrosse end their playoff run 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, June 2, 2026


Softball = Division 1
#12 Franklin, 3 @ #5 Wachusett, 2 – Final
– Franklin orchestrated a two-out rally in the fourth inning and then held off a late charge to stun fifth-seeded Wachusett and earn a spot in the Division 1 Elite 8. Senior Ciara O’Brien kept the top of the fourth inning going with a two-out single and classmate Ava Florest followed with a single to put runners on the corners. Junior Amelia Rakitin plated the first run with an infield hit, senior Brooke Bonetti followed with a single to load the bases, and senior Ella Weston plated a pair with a base hit to left to put the Panthers up 3-0. Franklin was cruising until Wachusett jolted to life with two outs in the sixth, getting back-to-back home runs with two outs to pull within a run. Senior Sophia Sacramone (7IP, 4H, 2ER, 1BB, 8K) was able to get out of the inning and then retired the side in order in the seventh, putting an exclamation point on the win with her eighth strikeout of the game. Franklin awaits the winner of Wednesday’s game between #4 Shrewsbury and #13 Chelmsford.

Girls Lacrosse = Division 1
#12 Franklin, 10 @ #4 Westford Academy, 14 – Final

Franklin TV video for replay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2fHFqfDblo


For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)
https://hockomocksports.com/tuesdays-schedule-scoreboard-06-02-26/

FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com
FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com
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FHS Soccer Boosters issue calendar appeal to local businesses

Dear FHS Soccer Families,
As you may know, our Raffle Calendar is our most important fundraiser of the year. The funds raised directly support our players and programs throughout the season. Each year, we are able to provide scholarships to graduating seniors, purchase gear for all players (including backpacks, practice jerseys, and more), and support many additional team needs and activities.
As we begin preparations for this year’s fundraiser, we are reaching out to local businesses to request donations for our raffle calendar. If you own a business and would be willing to donate a product, service, or gift card, we would greatly appreciate your support.

Additionally, if you have a strong relationship with a local business and would be willing to ask them to contribute, we would love your help in making those connections.
With more than 120 players in our Boys and Girls programs, we expect that more than 1,500 calendars will be sold. This is a great way for a business to get exposure in the community.
Any donation, large or small, makes a meaningful impact on our program and our student-athletes. If you are interested in donating or helping us secure donations, please reach out to us.
Thank you for your continued support of FHS Soccer!
Go Panthers!
Lianne Chelman (lianne.chelman@gmail.com)
Gretchen McAuley (mansfieg@hotmail.com)

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Reminder: Free Sober Prom for Norfolk County Teens - June 13, 2026 from 8 PM to 11 PM

SAFE is throwing a free prom night celebration for all high school students in Norfolk County.

Free Sober Prom for Norfolk County Teens - June 13, 2026 from 8 PM to 11 PM
Free Sober Prom for Norfolk County Teens
June 13, 2026 from 8 PM to 11 PM
Night to Remember is a glow-and-neon themed dance party at SAFE's Franklin office, open to all teens (ages 14 to 18). 

The night includes a live DJ, dance floor, mocktail bar with custom drinks, photo booth, games like cornhole and oversized Jenga, glow bracelets, temporary tattoos, and prizes and giveaways.

Prom season is one of the highest-risk times of year for teen substance use, and free, teen-centered weekend events are rare in our area. Night to Remember gives high school students a genuinely fun alternative—a low-pressure way to dress up, celebrate, and have a great time with their friends, while reinforcing the kind of community SAFE is known for building.

Spots are limited and registration closes on Thursday, June 11. If you know a high school student in our community, please share this with them.


This event is made possible with support from Lawson Charitable Foundation, Community Health Systems Foundation, and Rockland Trust.


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Reminder: The FPAC Golf Tournament, golf to help an artistic & charitable cause

"The FPAC Golf Tournament is coming up fast. We are very excited to make this year’s tourney bigger and better.

Take a day off work for a charitable cause, and test your skills in 18 holes of golf at the New England Country Club! Compete with friends, family, and co-workers for on-course hole contests (50/50 Hole, Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive) and raffle prizes!

The FPAC Golf Tournament, golf to help an artistic & charitable cause
The FPAC Golf Tournament, golf to help an artistic & charitable cause
Golf proceeds support FPAC programming and THE BLACK BOX while encouraging the development of emerging artists. FPAC’s fundraising events help bring world-class talent to perform in downtown Franklin, amplifying the cultural fabric of MetroWest Boston.

For additional info and to register - https://fpaconline.com/golf-tournament/"
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350 Mass Greater Franklin Node Zoom Meeting Thursday, June 4 at 7 PM

Hi all!

Our 350 Mass Franklin Node meeting will be held Thursday night, June 4th, from 7-9 PM.

This will be an in-person meeting at 262 Chestnut Street in Franklin, MA (First Universalist Franklin meeting house).  It can also be participated in through Zoom, link here:  

Meeting Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81930304274?pwd=Tm9VdGxYcDFaVTVDUkwyT3YvUnlFdz09 
Meeting ID: 819 3030 4274 Passcode: 350ma
Dial-in +1 646 876 9923

Our meeting's focus will be on:
  • Protect Democracy
  • Future Tabling: Farmers markets 
  • Past Tabling: Mass Dem Convention May 31 
  • Dollhouse update
  • Legislative update
  • Additional AI discussion as needed
  • Close our 350 Mass meeting to have a 350 Mass Action meeting

Thank you, and hoping to see you in person (or by Zoom if you can't make this) this Thursday night, June 4th, from 7-9 PM!

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

May 21st Meeting Minutes:
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Get a good seat behind the scenes at Franklin PorchFest by Volunteering !!!

Sign up to Volunteer for PorchFest at https://franklin.porchfest.info/signup/volunteer/

PorchFest is Saturday, June 6th which is quickly approaching, and we need volunteers to help ensure it runs smoothly!

This year's event will feature more than 50 bands performing on 30 porches across the Cultural District. We'll need about 12-15 volunteers who will act as porch managers - working with porch hosts and bands to ensure performances happen as scheduled. 

Additionally, we'll need help staffing the two PorchFest Information booths - assisting residents and guests find bands and porch locations within the district.

If you are interested in volunteering for this community event, simply register above at the VOLUNTEER SIGNUP link to be part of one of Franklin’s favorite community music events.

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“Summer of the Butt” & Free Workouts - Planet Fitness Survey and Offerings

According to a new survey from Planet Fitness, New Englanders would willingly give up iced coffee for their ideal summer booty.

Planet Fitness is officially declaring 2026 the “Summer of the Butt” as new survey data reveals Americans are more focused than ever on their glute goals, self-confidence, and summer body.
 
Key New England findings:
  • 66% of New Englanders would give something up for the entire summer in exchange for their ideal summer booty; 46% would even give up iced coffee for perfect glutes
  • 51% of New Englanders admit they’ve noticed someone’s butt before their face
  • 56% of New Englanders feel more confident when they think their butt looks good
  • 49% of New Englanders report that summer makes them more aware of their butt
Planet Fitness's annual High School Summer Pass program officially kicked-off yesterday – please see the full press release HERE for additional details. 

Teens ages 14-19 can visit PlanetFitness.com/SummerPass to register for the program, with free club access now through August 31.
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Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday, June 3, 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:
 
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday


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
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Franklin TV schedule for Wednesday, June 3, 2026 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

  • Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = WEDNESDAY
7:30 am     Metrowest Summit: World Cup 02-26-26
8:30 am Veterans' Oral History Project: Dave Cargill
10:00 am Franklin Art Association: Kristin Parone
11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Sweet Corn Risotto
12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Peppers
12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Crescent Rolls
1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Meat-Lovers Pt. 2
2:00 pm New England Candlepins Summer 2023 Show 3
3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 6
3:30 pm Sons & Daughters of Italy: Ciambotta
6:00 pm Concerts on the Common: Mike Tarara
8:30 pm Circle of Friends; Abbie Gardner

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

8:30 am Jazz Cafe 03-06-26
10:00 am SAFE Coalition: Woody Geissman
11:00 am FHS Spring Jazz 2026
1:30 pm     FHS Varsity Softball v Attleboro 05-13-26
3:30 pm Tri County Graduation 05-28-26
5:15 pm     FHS Spring Pops 2026
7:00 pm FHS Varsity Baseball v Milford 05-18-26

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

8:00 am Town Council 05-20-26
1:00 pm Town Council 05-21-26
6:00 pm    Finance Committee LIVE ID #817 7063 7337


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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