Volume 3|November 16, 2022 | |
This week in the Cultural District ...
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Escape into Fiction Bookstore
Books and more!
Escape into Fiction Bookstore offers a place for community groups to meet, FAA Art Gallery, Storytime, Book Club, Poetry, and ... an excellent selection of books!
Wednesday, November 16 - SEPAC Meeting and Bookclub, 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Thursday, November 17 - St. Mary's Catholic Women's Club Meeting, 7:00 pm
Saturday, November 19 - Thankful Story Time!!, 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Tuesday, November 22 - PT Color Market Classes; Email Paulina Teng for information: [email protected]
Later in the month
- November 26 - Small Business Saturday!!
- November 29 - November Book Club, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- November 30 - Poetry for the People, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Located at 12 Main Street. Select Bookstore for more information.
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All Shook Up
Dean College Theater
Wednesday, November 16, continuing on November 17 & November 18 at 7:30 pm, November 19 at 2:00 pm & 7:30 pm, November 20 at 2:00 pm. All Shook Up. Inspired by William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, this heart-warming tale is underscored by music from the Elvis Presley songbook, and talks about following dreams, love, and the power of music in a 1950s Midwestern town. Dean College, in the Cultural District. Select Dean for more information.
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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, November 17, Kendo, 6:00 - 8:30 pm
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Friday, November 18, Jess Ward, 6:00 - 8:30 pm
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Saturday, November 19, AK Cody, 4:00 - 7:00 pm and delicious, Papalias Wood Fired Pizza, 3:00 to 8:00 pm
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Select La Cantina for more information. La Cantina Winery, 357 Union Street.
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Author Discussion, Book Sales, and more
All at the Franklin Public Library
Thursday, November 17, Literary Cafe presents Hank Phillippi Ryan, Hybrid format, 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm. This is a hybrid program - you can attend in person at the Living Room, Cary Memorial Library 1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420 or watch via Zoom. In collaboration with Ashland Public Library, and Franklin Public Library. This program is sponsored by the Cary Library Foundation. If you are attending via Zoom, please register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9516644856695/WN_HQ3rdxX9SIqk94gL9_iEkg Select Library for more information.
Friday, November 18 and Saturday, November 19, Franklin Public Library Book Sale, Friday, 1:00 to 5:00 pm and Saturday, 9:00 am to 12:00 Noon ... All books are just one dollar! Saturday, 1:00 to 4:00 pm Bag sale - $5 A Bag. Select Books for more information.
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CINDERELLA
Franklin High School Theatre Company
Franklin High School
Friday, November 18 at 7 pm and Saturday, November 19 at 7 pm. Enjoy Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella presented by the Franklin High School Theatre Company. Select this link for ticket information and purchase. See you at Franklin High School, located at 218 Oak Street.
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The Curious Incident of the Dog
in the Night-Time
Franklin Performing Arts Company
Friday, November 18 & Saturday, November 19 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, November 20 at 2:00 pm. The Franklin Performing Arts Company presents the stage adaptation of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time at THE BLACK BOX, a small, regional equity theater, located in the Cultural District. Select TBB for more information.
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Quilting, Sewing and more
at Emma's Quilt Cupboard & Sewing Center
Friday, November 18, Cuddle trunk show/lecture from 11:00 am-12:30 pm and the Scarf Class after that. Cuddle is a really soft fabric that many are using for baby quilts as well as adult throw quilts. It is a very versatile product.
The last Tuesday of the month, the American Sewing Guild, "Advancing Sewing as an art and Life Skill", meets at Emma's Quilt Cupboard from 6:00-8:30 pm. They are always looking for new members. It's a wonderful group of women who have a love of sewing and actively educate their members on various techniques and projects. Select Emma's for more information. Located at 319 E. Central St.
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Fairmount Fruit Farm
Winter Farmer's Market
Saturday, November 19 and more, Fairmount Fruit Farm will be hosting Winter Farmer's Market in their Greenhouses. The Winter Market will operate from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on November 19; December 3 and 17; January 14 and 28; February 11 and 25; March 11 and 25; and, April 1. They have 31 vendors listed on their website. Lots of opportunities to shop local and support farmers, artisans and crafters. Fairmount Fruit Farm is located at 887 Lincoln Street. Select Fairmount for information.
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D.E.I. Deep Dives: Climate and Culture
Franklin Public School District
Saturday, November 19, 10:00 am. to 11:30 am, The Franklin Public School District invites our community to attend the D.E.I. Deep Dives and engage in collaborative dialogue at the Franklin Public Library in the 1st-floor Meeting Room (School Street Entrance). Following a brief presentation, attendees will be able to engage in a structured, authentic and informative conversation with the District Administration, facilitated by the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Director Heidi Harris. This session will focus on various areas of improvement related to the Culture and Climate portion of our Equity Audit. Select DEI for more info. Franklin Public Library, 118 Main Street.
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Winter Downtown Decorating
Be a part of the Decorating Team
Saturday, November 19, Winter Downtown Decorating session. Volunteers will gather downtown at 9:00 am by the bridge. If you can volunteer that day, please contact Eileen Mason. Select FDP for information about this and other Franklin Downtown Partnership events.
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67 Degrees Brewing
Yoga in the Taproom and more!
Saturday, November 19. Join us for a 60-minute, all-levels yoga class in the Brewery, followed by a refreshing craft beer on tap! 11:00 am to 12:00 noon. (1 drink included w/ ticket!) Class is led by 200-Hr CYT Al Dewsnap to fun and uplifting music in the empty brewery!Please bring your own mat if you have one! .Ticket includes one drink ticket to be used for a pour in the taproom. Later in the day, Trolley Dogs Food Truck, 3:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Select 67 Degrees for ticket information.
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Franklin Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
All welcome!
Sunday, November 20, The Franklin Interfaith Council will be holding its annual Thanksgiving Service at the Franklin Federated Church, 171 Main St. Rev. Bev Waring of the First Universalist Society will be preaching. Offerings made at this service will go to the Interfaith Fuel Fund. The service begins at 7:00 pm. All are welcome. If you would like to participate in the Interfaith Choir, please contact Mary Diehl ([email protected]) for more information.
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Franklin Downtown Partnership
Lighting Up Downtown and Beyond
Sunday, November 20 ... Light up Franklin. The Franklin Downtown Partnership is encouraging all businesses and organizations downtown and throughout Franklin to Illuminate their buildings from November 20 to January 31. Visit FDP for more information.
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Franklin Agway
Urban Farm Store
Ongoing ... Part of culture and the arts is awareness of the environment. Franklin Agway, a Cultural District Partner, sells products that do not add extra plastics to the environment. Franklin's first Refillery is an alternative to plastic packaging. Select Franklin Agway for more information about the Refinery and other products than do not contribute plastic to the environment. Located at 157 Cottage St.
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11th Annual Franklin Turkey Trot
To benefit the Franklin Food Pantry
Thursday, November 24 The race will begin at 8 a.m. The event begins and ends at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS Church) at 91 Jordan Road in Franklin. Online registration is open here. Or, register at Race location on Wednesday Night from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm or Morning of Race from 6:30am to 7:30am. All proceeds go directly to benefit the Franklin Food Pantry.
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Santa StoryWalk
at DelCarte Reservation
Friday, November 25, Santa StoryWalk at DelCarte Reservation! The featured book is Waiting for Snow by Marsha Diane Arnold. The walk will be followed by cookies and cocoa. Yum! Gather at 10:30 am. Select Library for more information.
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Santa, Mrs. Claus, and Jingles the Elf
Lighting the Town Common ....
Sunday, November 27, Welcome Santa to Franklin, on the Town Common at 4:00 pm. Visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and Jingles the Elf, and enjoy the illuminated Town Common. Sponsored by the Committee for the Concerts on the Common. Many thanks to the Committee, the Town of Franklin, Recreation Department, and Department of Public Works.
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Finding the Light
Created by Painting Venus
Greetings art lovers!
Sunday, November 27 - December 18, I will leave a piece of art at an undisclosed location for the Franklin community members to find. This collection is called "Finding the Light" and it is part 2 of last year’s kick off.
I created this series during my Artist in Residence role for Natick 2021. I had just lost my father. This prompted me to imagine how many others are coping through pain and loss around the holiday season, sparking the need to share "light".
In that same spirit, I mean for it to be uplifting, bring hope, joy and giving around the holidays.
Come to this page for clues and an image to help you find it easily. The clues may be released early each week, but the art will be placed on Sunday mornings. Select Painting Venus for information.
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Creative Corner Art Studio
Located downtown in Franklin's Cultural District
Beginning Monday, November 28, new offerings at Creative Corner Art Studio,15 Main St, Unit 6A.
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CREATIVE CORNER ARTS EXPLORATION (Ages 6 to 12)
Wednesdays 4-5:30pm • 4-week session $150.00, November 30–Dec 21
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LEGO MASTERS CLUB (Ages 6 to 12)
Thursdays 4-5:30pm • 4-week session $150.00, December 1-22
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DRAMA KIDS (Ages 6 to 12)
Mondays 4-5:30pm • 7-week session $300.00, November 28, Dec 5, 9, 12, Jan 9, 23, 30
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MORNING MEDITATION ART (Adult)
Mondays 10:00-11:30am • 3 week session $100.00, January 9-23
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MORNING MESSY AND MUSIC TIME (Ages 3-5 yrs with parent)
Tuesdays 9:30-11:00am • 4 weeks session $150.00, January 3-24
ADULT PAINT & SIP NIGHTS COMING SOON
Classes will be at our new studio:
15 Main Street, Unit 6A, Franklin, MA • 508-944-8298
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and our New Web Site will be launching soon!
To Register Contact Amy: [email protected]. Select Creative to visit the Facebook page for more information.
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Sewing, Knitting, Quilting and more ...
All at Franklin Mill Store
Franklin Mill Store has posted its course offerings for December 2022 and January, February and March 2023. There are many learning opportunities including: Sewing for Adults, Sewing for Kids, Knitting for all Levels, Open Project Quilting, and By Annie Bag Workshop. Select Mill Store for dates, times and registration information. Franklin Mill Store, 305 Union St.
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Cultural District Grants Update ... | |
Mass Cultural Council Grants
Grant Opportunities
Grant opportunities continue to be available through the Mass Cultural Council. Here are two grants to explore.
CFF Provides Capital Grants, Feasibility & Technical Assistance Grants and Systems Replacement Grants to nonprofit cultural organizations, in recognition of their profound economic impact on communities across Massachusetts. Select Facilities Fund for more information.
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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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