Franklin Library

📣 Budget Hearings - Next Week Starting Monday, the Finance Committee will hold a series of meetings that include public budget hearings for the upcoming fiscal year. Residents are encouraged to attend. 📄View the proposed FY27 Operating Budget: buff.ly/epXWebN

Two new programs for adults being added to the April Calendar!!! Diamond Art Destress 4-18 1pm Mahjong Meetup 4-28 6pm

🚨 STOP THE BLEED® – FREE COMMUNITY TRAINING 🚨 Participants will learn simple, life-saving techniques that can help control bleeding and save a life before emergency responders arrive. 🗓 April 22, 2026 |3:00 – 4:30 PM 📍 Franklin Fire HQ 🔗 Sign up: buff.ly/qLBhnCe

📣 The January–March 2026 edition of the Franklin First Newsletter is now available! Stay informed on Town news and community highlights. 📖 Read it here: ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter…

This week at the Library enjoy some Citizen Science & Cultural immersion! The Library VITA site is still open! Our last day is April, 11th! #franklinma #cultureliveshere #libraryevents

Franklin’s FY27 Budget has been submitted by the Town Administrator and is now available for public review. Full FY27 Operating Budget: buff.ly/MwLhA2A View materials and meeting information: buff.ly/pBw5w8T

The next Town Council meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 1 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Franklin Municipal Building. 🔗 Webinar link: buff.ly/HiD4IMp 📄 Agenda available here: buff.ly/oZQP6GL

The Franklin Health Department invites residents to attend the Women’s Health Expo on Wednesday, May 20, from 2:00–5:00 PM at New England Chapel, 300 E. Central Street. 🩺 Learn more: buff.ly/cBnBDfj

Scam Alert🚨 The Town of Franklin has been made aware of fraudulent emails and messages impersonating Town departments and officials, attempting to collect payments or sensitive information. If you think you've been targeted, contact the Franklin Police Department.

Some fun this week to put spring in your step! Fairy Fun 1PM Book Sale Weekend Fri & Sat! Did you take the Library Survey yet? You can take it here or find it on our website! franklinma.gov/1211/Library-S… #franklinma #libraryevents

The next Town Council meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 18 at 6pm in the Council Chambers, Franklin Municipal Building. Webinar link: buff.ly/Lnhn1El Agenda available here: buff.ly/eDmpuSH

When you #ChangeYourClocks this weekend, #CheckYourAlarms! Change the alkaline batteries in #SmokeAlarms and #CarbonMonoxide alarms and check the manufacturing date printed on the back. Replace smoke alarms after 10 yrs and CO alarms after 5, 7, or 10 yrs depending on the model.

Some special Library events to enjoy! Interactive Mario Movie at 1pm March 11 New England Irish Harp Orchestra at 3pm on March 14! Need more? Check out the 13 other regular events happening this week on the website! franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-o… #franklinma #CultureLivesHere #MAR10DAY

Franklin Public Library wants to hear from you! Please take our quick survey to help us plan for the next five years of library goals and greatness! franklinma.gov/1211/Library-S…

March is here and it's time to read "A book set in a magical land" if you are taking part in our Student Reading Challenge. Swipe for some recommendations! Happy Reading!

Learn how to recognize cardiac arrest and perform hands-only CPR in this free, 1-hour class hosted by the Franklin Health and Fire Departments. 📅 Wednesday, March 25, 3–4:30 PM 📍 EOC Classroom, Franklin Fire HQ, 40 West Central St Sign up: buff.ly/iN55FD3

March on down to the Library! Beyond our regular programs enjoy an Irish Dance Showcase Sat. March 7 at 10:30AM! If you couldn't get into the Watercolor workshop this week, Registration is open for Monday the 30th!

The next Town Council meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 4 at 6pm in the Council Chambers, Franklin Municipal Building. Residents are invited to attend. Zoom link: us02web.zoom.us/j/87104128201 Agenda link: ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/V… Your voice matters. We hope to see you there!

🚨 Stay Informed, Franklin 🚨 The Town uses Regroup to send emergency alerts about severe weather, road closures, public safety incidents, and other urgent updates. Sign up to receive notifications by phone call, text message, or email. Register today: embeds.regroupcloud.com/orgs/franklint…

It's March and time to read "A book featuring an unlikely friendship," which is very fitting for a month that comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb. Swipe for some book suggestions! Happy Reading! massbook.org/readingchallen… for more info on the challenge.