Recreational Resources for Franklin, MA

CNN/Money.com recently named the 10 best communities in the US in which to conduct business and enjoy superior leisure and recreational opportunities. 

This select Top Ten group was a small subset of CNN/Money.com’s overall larger ranking of the 100 best communities affording great business opportunities and superb recreational and leisure activities.

Franklin, MA won very high honors in this CNN/Money survey.

It would have been impressive enough if Franklin, MA even made the “Top 100 US Communities” list.

But the news is even more striking than that:

Franklin, MA  made that exclusive top ten group, earning CNN/Money.com’s “Top 10 in the US” designation!

There are many reasons why Franklin made the CNN/MONEY.com exclusive Top Ten list. Discover them all by clicking on the links below!

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Recreational Resources

Franklin, MA enjoys a rare combination of an attractive business environment supporting cutting-edge businesses such as telecom, biotech, and software development coupled with a high quality of life and ample access to nature and leisure activities. This led CNN/Money.com recently to rank Franklin, MA as one of the “Top Ten Places to Live and Launch” [...]

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Pick your own apples and pumpkins this fall!

by Warren Reynolds on October 6, 2011

Fall weekends in Massachusetts are often cool, crisp and sunny – a perfect opportunity to take the kids out to pick apples or pumpkins! Below are links to some popular farms accessible from the I-495 region of Massachusetts that offer pick your own (PYO) apples and pumpkins. Please call ahead to make sure there are [...]

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Not just for newcomers!  That’s the message being stressed this month by the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club. The Club is celebrating 40 years of service in Franklin and offers everyone an opportunity to get involved, share some interests, develop some new friends and make a difference in the Franklin community. Get involved! You have [...]

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Save money with DIY Halloween costume ideas

by Warren Reynolds on October 5, 2011

It’s easy to spend $20 to $30 per child buying Halloween costumes every year.  The outfits are often used once and then languish somewhere in your basement or attic.  That’s a wasteful practice that really adds up to a considerable expense over time. Why not give homemade costumes a try this Halloween?  You’ll save money [...]

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Fabulous family fun for Fall in MA

by Warren Reynolds on October 4, 2011

The change of seasons in Massachusetts brings colorful leaves, crisper weather and many opportunities for family fun activities.  So if you’re looking for ways to create some lasting autumn memories for the kids, read on! King Richard’s Faire 235 Main Street Carver, MA 508-866-5391 King Richard’s Faire Through October 23, 2011 Celebrating 30 years, this [...]

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Pick-your-own blueberries in Franklin, Massachusetts (MA)

by Warren Reynolds on August 1, 2010

The Gianettis’ U-Pick Blueberries has been a summertime staple for family fun in Franklin, MA for years!  Located just off Exit 16 on I-495 , the pick-your-own farm is at 557 Union Street in Franklin, Massachusetts. How to get there Get off Route 495 at Exit 16. Head east on King Street to Union Street.  [...]

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“K.G.” recently visited 02038.com and asked how she might find mothers’ clubs and play groups for young children in Franklin, MA. One excellent resource for parents looking for ready access to play groups and robust networking and support resources for moms would be the aptly named MOMS Clubs of Franklin, Massachusetts. MOMS Clubs of Franklin, [...]

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Family fun activities for kids in Franklin, MA

by Warren Reynolds on March 15, 2010

As the warm weather returns, people caring for young children will be on the lookout for fun activities for the preschool set.  And once the school year ends, there’ll be lots of free time to fill for kids of all ages. Susan F. recently asked 02038.com about activities for young children at the Franklin Public [...]

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For 2010, Franklin, MA’s Recreation Department has come up with a wonderful array of spring and summer programs for young children.  Franklin residents are very fortunate to have such a robust and creative Recreation Department! Great programs for kids The Franklin Recreation Department offers a wide range of programs for children and adults.  The Recreation Department [...]

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First snowfall of the year in Franklin, MA

by Warren Reynolds on December 6, 2009

Snow came a bit early this year to Massachusetts.  Several inches of powdery snow fell overnight December 5 – 6, 2009.  Here are some photos showing how pretty things looked Sunday morning in Franklin, MA. Plenty of nature in a populous community For a densely populated community with a substantial business and industrial base, Franklin [...]

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