Arts & Culture Symposium

The MetroWest Arts & Culture Symposium, 2023, hosted by the Franklin Cultural Council, is open to all and is free.

March 30 at Dean College, Guidrey Center. Doors open at 6:00 pm and the program begins at 6:30 pm. Light refreshments will be available. Please register so we know that you are coming. Select Symposium to register. Thank you!

Franklin Public Library

Historical Sites of Massachusetts Series, Longfellow House-Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site Present 'Past & Present Here Unite', Wednesday, March 8, 12:00 PM - 1:00 pm, Virtual with Tewksbury Public Library. Select Historical to register for the webinar.

Irish in America Concert, with Mary King, Cathy Clasper-Torch and Dan Lanier

A musical journey celebrating the ‘Irish in America‘ for all ages! Saturday, March 11, 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm, at the library. CONTACT: Kim Shipala  508-520-4941.

An America Divided: Can We Live With One Another? with New Yorker Staff Writer, Emma Green, Tuesday, March 14, 7:00 to 8:30 pm.This is a Virtual Event! Join Emma Green in this exploration of the ways that Americans are divided - politically, religiously, economically, communities, and even families. What has caused these ruptures and what are some ways for us to come back together? Select America to register.

We're thrilled to be collaborating with a multitude of MA Libraries to bring this program to our communities! CONTACT: Mitzi Gousie  508-520-4941.

Library for more information about these and other events.

Escape into Fiction Bookstore

Newcomers and Friends, Wednesday, March 8, 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Are you new to the Franklin area? Or do you just want to learn more about the community you live in? Come in and see what this social group is all about!

Writer's Quiet Space, Thursday, March 9, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. We are offering a space for writers to get out of their routine space and write! Bring Hotsport or Wi-fi as we do not provide.

March Book Club,  Tuesday, March 21, 6:00 to 7:00 pm. Our March book is The Mystery of Mrs. Christie by Marie Benedict. The publisher is providing us with cute totes for those who purchase the book, until supplies run out. Select Bookstore for more information. Located 12 Main St.

67 Degrees Brewing

• The McCrites, Live Music, Friday, March 10, 5:30 to 8:30 pm
• Papalias Wood-Fired Pizza, Friday, March 10, 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm
• Anna Freitas Trio, Live Music, Saturday, March 11, 5:30 to 8:30 pm
• Battuto, Food Truck, Saturday, March 11

Select 67 Degrees for more information about these events. 158 Grove Street.

Franklin Performing Arts Company

Something Rotten! March 10 to 19, at THE BLACK BOX, the Franklin Performing Arts Company presents the hilarious musical comedy, Select FPAC for tickets, performance dates & times, and information. 15 West Central St.

Fairmount Fruit Farm

• Winter Market, Saturday, March 11, 10:00 a to 2:00 pm,
• Coffee & Cuddles (with goats) Saturday, March 11, 11:00 am to 1:30 pm, FULL!
• Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop, Saturday, March 11, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, ticketed event. Select Fairmount for times, fees and ticket information. 887 Lincoln St.

Lobster and Wine at La Cantina Winery

Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck at La Cantina Winery, Saturday, March 11, 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Lobster and wine ... enjoy! 357 Union Street.

Franklin Historical Museum

Second Sunday Speaker Series, Sunday, March 12 1:15 pm. HISTORY OF FRANKLIN WRITTEN IN STONE, Stories from the Union Street Cemetery. Admission is always Free. Select Museum for more information. Located at 80 West Central St.

LiveARTS presents

LiveARTS, Sunday, March 12, 3:00 pm, presents a Young Artist Showcase, featuring students of Victor Rosenbaum, and members of the Schubert Club and the Chaminade Clubs of Attleboro and Providence, RI. First Universalist Society of Franklin, 262 Chestnut St. Select LiveARTS for ticketing and information.

Franklin Bellingham Rail Trail Committee

Franklin Bellingham Rail Trail Committee, Tuesday, March 14, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at 67 Degrees Brewing. Select Rail for information about membership and activities.. 67 Degrees Brewing at 158 Grove Street.

Yankee Quilters at Emma's Quilt Cupboard

Yankee Quilters, Tuesday, March 14, 7:00 pm. at Emma's Quilt Cupboard. Yankee Quilters is a local quilt guild dedicated to the art and education of quiltmaking, community, charitable donations, and sharing their passion with everyone who may be interested. Emma's Quilt Cupboard, 319 E. Central Street.

Creative Corner Art Studio

St. Patrick's Themed ... Paint and Sip Night, Thursday, March 16, 7:00 pm. Creative Corner Art Studio at 67 Degrees Brewing. Ticketed class, $45. Instruction by Franklin's Ted Cormier-Ledger. Join the fun! Select Creative to register online. 67 Degrees Brewing at 158 Grove Street.

First Universalist Society in Franklin

One Path, Many Experiences: A Labyrinth Workshop, Sunday, March 26, 2023: 12:30 pm -3:00 pm. Please join us for a labyrinth workshop where we’ll hear a brief history of the labyrinth, learn the difference between a labyrinth and a maze, experience the labyrinth firsthand, and share our experiences on the labyrinth.

Please wear or bring socks to protect the canvas labyrinth. Booties that cover footwear will be provided for those who need shoes to walk. FREE. Please pre-register by emailing Bobbi Tayne Gerlits: [email protected]; 508-446-5131. Contact her with questions. Meetinghouse, 262 Chestnut St.

Easter Musical Production

Easter Musical Production, "Savior of the World", Friday, April 7 and Saturday, April 8, 7:00 to 8:00 pm. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Select the link to reserve free tickets: at savioroftheworldtickets.org. Located at 91 Jordan Road, Franklin.

Encore Summer Music

Introducing Encore’s Summer Music Camp! July 10-August 31, Mondays-Thursdays, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Students (Ages 8 & up) will have morning core classes to firm up skills, such as Theory, Piano Lab, and Recording Techniques, as well as the choice of several breakout classes in the afternoon, including Rock ‘N Pop Ensemble, The Singing Actor, Drum Circle and many more! For more information, call 508-533-7700 or select Encore.

Looking for a FUN and enriching summer experience

for the kids this summer?

Summer Programs at Franklin Public Schools, Lifelong Learning. We offer classes for all students going into grades K-12 in the fall of 2023. Select Summer to view our 60+ classes by program or by grade/week.  Register early as spots fill fast! Enjoy!

Partnering with Franklin Matters @https://www.franklinmatters.org sharing information about arts and culture. Visit Franklin Matters for Franklin information.

Franklin's Cultural District Committee (FCDC) engages, promotes, celebrates, and collaborates with Franklin's artists and creatives, as well as organizations, institutions, and businesses. The Committee meets the second Thursday of the month, at 7 PM. Zoom link on Town of Franklin website, Boards/Committees.

Franklin Cultural District Committee

Amy Adams, Katherine Botelho,

Pandora Carlucci, John LoPresti, 

Roberta Trahan