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4th Annual Ladybug Trail Spring Walk April 25th

Downtown Franklin will be full of surprises on April 25 as the town celebrates spring the 4th Annual Ladybug Trail Spring Walk. Shops and restaurants will welcome visitors with fun activities, […]

Submissions for our Annual Holiday Happenings and Gift Guide Due Nov.21

Holiday gift guide cover page with the Franklin Downtown Partnership logo on it

Franklin’s Holiday Happenings & Gift Guide is HERE – just in time for Small Business Saturday! The Holiday Guide spotlights all things Franklin, making it easy to shop local this December. The easy-to-read guide will list special sales, promotions, activities, and events for the season from FDP business members. Make sure you check it out for shopping, places to dine, services, and entertainment for the family. The Holiday Guide includes unique gift ideas and special treats for upcoming holidays and other special occasions. The guide also includes special holiday events and activities in town. It’s the perfect preview for ideas before you go out shopping. It’s easy because it’s all local. Support your local economy and enjoy shopping for gifts, food, clothing, activities, and luxury services for yourself and others through December 31. Follow the Downtown Partnership on Instagram and Facebook for updates on the guide and other events at:

Winter Decorating 2025 Set for Nov 22nd, 9 am to 12 pm

The Franklin Downtown Partnership and the Franklin Garden Club are getting ready to decorate the downtown for the holidays and winter on Saturday, November 22 from 9 am to 12 pm. Volunteers are needed to help clean, prep and decorate.

Eileen Mason of RE/MAX Executive Realty and Sandy Sauer of FranklinTile Carpet One co-chair the FDP Beautification Committee. Please email Eileen Mason at emason4234@gmail.com to sign up.
Students: if you have community service hours to satisfy, this is a great time to earn your hours. You will get a note documenting your service.
“We are dedicated to making the downtown area festive during the holiday season,” said Mason, who is also a member of Franklin Garden Club. “The decorations make Franklin even more inviting to residents and visitors who go downtown to enjoy our shops and restaurants.”

Franklin Downtown Partnership thanks the following sponsors of Winter Decorating Day.
Platinum: D.G. Ranieri Real Estate; Doherty, Dugan, Cannon, Raymond & Weil, P.C.; Eileen Mason-RE/MAX Executive Realty; G & C Plumbing & Heating; Glen; Meadow Apartments-Schochet Companies; Middlesex Savings Bank. Gold: Dean Bank; Eagle Stainless Tube & Fabrication, Inc.; Notturno Home Services; PEEL microspa. Silver: Connell Roofing, Inc.; Elizabeth’s Bagels; Fenton Financial Group; Friends of the Franklin Elders, Inc.; Oteri Funeral Home; Pisini Shoes; Simon’s Furniture; Vet Med Pet Supplies

Spring Beautification Day 2025 Success

Thank you to the Downtown Beautification Day committee who freshened up the heart of Franklin. The day was a great success and is ready for summer. Thank you to all […]

Strawberry Stroll Friday June 13th 4 pm- 8 pm (Rain date 6/14)

We would like to thank our 2025 SPONSORS!

Platinum:
Dean College Yes
G & C Plumbing & Heating
Gold:
Dean Bank
Glen Meadow Apartments- Schochet Companies
Middlesex Savings Bank

Silver:
Camford Property Group, Inc.
Eagle Stainless Tube & Fabrication, Inc.
Elizabeth’s Bagels
Enclave of Franklin
Fenton Financial Group
Notturno Home Services
Revise Inc.

Bronze:
All Energy Solar
Chestnut Dental
Connell Roofing, Inc
LeafFilter Gutter Protection
Mint Dental
PEEL microspa
Simons Furniture