Volume 3|October 19, 2022 | |
Theater in Franklin's Cultural District
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Dean College Presents ...
The Importance of Being Earnest, A Trivial Comedy for Serious People
October 20 - 23, Dean College Theater presents, The Importance of Being Earnest, A Trivial Comedy for Serious People on the Main Stage. Originally produced in 1895, this play by Oscar Wilde includes clever dialogue, wry wit, and elaborate plot twists.
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This play is the first student production of the 2022 - 2023 academic year.
Select box office for dates, times, and ticket information for this production and other theater and dance productions. The Main Stage is located in the Dr. Paula M. Rooney Student Center on the Dean College campus.
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FPAC presents:
The Sound of Music
October 21, 22, 23, Franklin Performing Arts Company presents Rodgers and Hammerstein's The Sound of Music at THE BLACK. The production stars Broadway’s Sara Jean Ford and features Nick Paone, Tyrick Wiltez Jones, Jillian Paige, and choreography by Christopher Rice-Thomson!
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Select FPAC for ticket purchase and performance information. THE BLACK BOX, 15 West Central Street. Photo by Emily Croft. | |
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Franklin Health Department
First Annual Health Fair
Wednesday, October 19, First Annual Health Fair at the Franklin Public Library for Franklin Health Departments from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. The event will include multiple live performances, local vendors, health screenings, local health resources, exhibitors, free Night Owl Farm produce, food trucks, activities for kids, raffles & freebies, and much more! Select Health for more information.
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Escape into Fiction
Books, Art Gallery, and More
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Wednesday, October 19, Poetry Night at 6:00 pm, hosted by Jamele Adams
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Tuesday, October 25, Book of the Month Club discusses, "A Well Behaved Woman" by Theresa Anne Fowler at 6:00 pm.
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Wednesday, October 26, Hosting Author Leslie Connor for Franklin Middle Schools, Everyone welcome! 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
Select Bookstore for more information. Escape into Fiction Bookstore, 12 Main Street.
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La Cantina - Weekend at the Winery
La Cantina Winery offers music performances, as well as delicious wines.
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Thursday, October 20, Kendo, Music, 6:00 to 8:30 pm
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Friday, October 21, Dom DeBaggis, Music, 6:00 to 8:30 pm and Papalias Wood Fired Pizza 5:00 to 9:00 p,
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Saturday, October 22, Patrick Dunkin, Music, 4:00 to 7:00 pm
Select La Cantina for more information. La Cantina Winery, 357 Union Street.
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Farmers Market - on the Town Common
Friday, October 21, Franklin Farmers Market will be on the Town Common providing an opportunity to support local farmers and small businesses and enjoy the music of Patrick Dunkin. All happening from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Patrick Durkin's performance is funded by the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the Franklin Cultural Council. Enjoy! Select Market for more information.
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67 Degrees Brewing - in the Taproom
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Friday, October 21, Thee Taco Dude, Food Truck
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Saturday, October 22, The McCrites, 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
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Sunday, October 23, Hogwash BBQ Trailer, 12:00 to 5:00 pm.
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Also on Sunday, Cornhole Tournament hosted by Squadron21'ers from Foxborough. Go to the Brewery's online store to reserve your spot.
Select 67 Degrees for more information. 67 Degrees Brewing, 158 Grove Street.
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Book Sale and Trunk or Treat
at the Franklin Public Library
Friday, October 21, All books just $1 each, 1:00 - 5:00 pm.
Saturday, October 22, All books just $1 each, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon and $% a Bag from 1:00 - 4:00 pm.
Saturday, October 22, Families! Dress up and join us in the library parking lot for a safe, little-kid friendly afternoon of trick-or-treating in the daylight! The parking lot will be full of decorated trunks and activities!! Note: In the event of rain, the Trunk or Treat will be held indoors! CONTACT: Caleigh Keating 5085204941, [email protected].
Remember: The Fall Storywalk, The Leaf Thief, continues at DelCarte Recreation & Conservation Area on Pleasant Street. Select Library for more information. Franklin Public Library, 118 Main Street.
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Haunted House
Franklin Police Dept
Sunday, October 23, Franklin Police Department hosts its annual Haunted Station Halloween Party. Kids of all ages are encouraged to come trick or treat in their costumes. 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
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Marketing Your Small Business and Nonprofit
Lifelong Learning Institute/FPS
Register now. Do you own a small business or nonprofit and would like to develop a sound marketing strategy, create tactics that are scaled to your organization and budget, and execute your plan across multiple marketing platforms? Please join our instructor Jim Barton owner of Allegra Marketing Print & Mail for a one-night workshop on Tuesday, November 1st from 6:30 to 8:00 pm at Franklin High School. The cost is $30. For more information and to register visit them at FranklinLifelongLearning.com or select Lifelong.
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It's Pumpkin Time!
at St. John's
Pumpkins now. The Pumpkin Patch continues at St. John's Episcopal Church. The 3rd Annual Pumpkin and Gourd Sale continues through October 30. Select St. John's for more information about dates and times the Pumpkin Patch is open. St. John's is located at 237 Pleasant Street.
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Dean Leadership Institute
Governor Michael Dukaksis, speaker
Wednesday, October 26. Dean College is pleased to announce that Governor Michael Dukakis, three-term governor of Massachusetts, will be a Fall 2022 speaker for the Dean Leadership Institute on Wednesday, October 26, 2022.
The event will take place at 5:00 p.m. in the Guidrey Center, located inside the Dr. Paula M. Rooney Student Center on the Dean College campus at 109 West Central Street, Franklin, MA. The event is FREE and open to the public. For those unable to attend in person, a livestream of the event will be available.To learn more about the Dean Leadership Institute and to RSVP for the event, visit www.dean.edu/dli.
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Music and More ... at THE BLACK BOX
Saturday, October 29. Zajac Brothers Band, Halloween Celebration - AC/DC Tribute. Tickets available now! Costumes encouraged, it is Halloween weekend! 8:00 pm at THE BLACK BOX.
Sunday, October 30, Jazz Brunch featuring The Kenny Hadley Big Band. Brunch begins at 11:45 am and music starts at 12 noon. Select Black Box for ticket information about both events.
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Franklin Art Association
Featuring Artist Jerry Aissis
Wednesday, November 2, Jerry Aissis will be the Franklin Art Association Demo Artist at the Nov 2, 2022, 6:30pm monthly meeting at the Franklin Senior Center. The Public is invited to attend. Jerry tries to paint daily or do something art related, even if reading an art magazine or book. “There is inspiration all around you. Never stop looking. Never stop painting.” Select FAA for more information.
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Arts Mosaic
Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance
November 4-5, 2022 – 7:30 pm and November 5, 2022 – 2:00 pm at the Guidrey Center. Enjoy select student works and collaborations, integrating dance, theatre, music, film and much more. Join us as we celebrate the diversity of the arts on the Dean College campus. To learn more about performances, venue policies, and to purchase tickets, visit www.dean.edu/boxoffice.
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Franklin Art Association
Opening Reception
November 10. The Franklin Art invites the greater Franklin community to its Opening Reception, Thursday, November 10 at 7:00 pm in the gallery at Escape into Fiction Bookstore. All are welcome! Select FAA for more information. Escape into Fiction Bookstore is located at 12 Main Street.
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CINDERELLA
Franklin High School Theatre Company
November 11,18, and 19 at 7PM, and November 12 at 2PM. Enjoy Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella presented by the Franklin High School Theatre Company. Select this link for ticket information and purchase. See you there! Franklin High School is located at 218 Oak Street.
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Mass Cultural Council Grants
Massachusetts Cultural Council has a grant designed to help arts and culture creatives and gig workers in their recovery from the COVID 19 pandemic. Cultural Sector Recovery Grants for Individuals, select here.
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Cultural District Committee
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Cultural District Committee
Welcomes MCC Program Officers
The Franklin Cultural District Committee is honored to welcome Carolyn Cole and Guelmi Espinal, Program Officers for the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the afternoon of Thursday, October 20. They will tour the Cultural District and gather at THE BLACK BOX around 3:00 pm for a meeting of the Franklin Cultural District Partners.
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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 Franklin Cultural District Committee partners with the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the Franklin Cultural Council, and the Town of Franklin to promote arts and culture in Franklin.
Franklin Cultural District Committee
Amy Adams, Katherine Botelho,
Pandora Carlucci, John LoPresti,
Roberta Trahan
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