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Tuesday July 21, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:15 AM	FHS FH pickup practices
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: July 20 - July 24 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 4: July 20 - July 24 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Space Cadet Training Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Flag Football (Tomorrow's Stars Camp) - Flag Football Camp Week 3: July 20th - July 23rd This program is designed to provide a very active and fun environment for the young football enthusiast. Your child will learn football fundamentals at their own pace. Each day will include scrimmages and group activities. Instructor: Jim Edgehill.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Flag Football Camp Week 3
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: July 20 - July 24 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Pickleball Intermediate Play - Pickleball Intermediate (3.50+): July 7 - July 28 Organized game play for intermediate/advanced level players.  Players should be able to handle spin and hard shots, have fewer unforced errors, sustain dinking and play more strategically.  Play with a group of similarly skilled players.  Equipment available.NOTICE:  This class is only intended for those players that are 3.5 rating or higher.  Players that are not 3.5 rating or higher, will be removed from the class and refunded
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Commonwealth Field Hockey Summer League - Player Registration (5/6th Grade) A middle school 7v7 field hockey league played on Tuesday nights between 5:00pm and 9:00pm at Beaver Pond Turf Field in Franklin MA.  This is a competitive league using official referees.  Scores will be kept.  Register as an individual or as a team (minimum of 12 players per team) Roster submission required two weeks before league start date.  A league pinnie will be provided.5/6th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 5th and 6th Graders7/8th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 7th and 8th Graders
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Commonwealth Field Hockey Summer League - Player Registration (7/8th Grade) A middle school 7v7 field hockey league played on Tuesday nights between 5:00pm and 9:00pm at Beaver Pond Turf Field in Franklin MA.  This is a competitive league using official referees.  Scores will be kept.  Register as an individual or as a team (minimum of 12 players per team) Roster submission required two weeks before league start date.  A league pinnie will be provided.5/6th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 5th and 6th Graders7/8th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 7th and 8th Graders
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Commonwealth Field Hockey Summer League - Team Registration (5/6th Grade) A middle school 7v7 field hockey league played on Tuesday nights between 5:00pm and 9:00pm at Beaver Pond Turf Field in Franklin MA.  This is a competitive league using official referees.  Scores will be kept.  Register as an individual or as a team (minimum of 12 players per team) Roster submission required two weeks before league start date.  A league pinnie will be provided.5/6th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 5th and 6th Graders7/8th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 7th and 8th Graders
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Commonwealth Field Hockey Summer League - Team Registration (7/8th Grade) A middle school 7v7 field hockey league played on Tuesday nights between 5:00pm and 9:00pm at Beaver Pond Turf Field in Franklin MA.  This is a competitive league using official referees.  Scores will be kept.  Register as an individual or as a team (minimum of 12 players per team) Roster submission required two weeks before league start date.  A league pinnie will be provided.5/6th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 5th and 6th Graders7/8th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 7th and 8th Graders
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM	Baseball (Pee Wee Summer Season-6 year old) - Summer Baseball Join us for a 6 year old baseball league that plays every Tuesday from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM. Players will work on baseball skills that will help them prepare for the jump to FYBO next Spring.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYBO Summer
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYBO Summer
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYBO Summer
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYBO Summer
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYSA & FSC Pickup Soccer Practices
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM	FYBO Summer
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball (Summer Intramural Leagues) - 3v3 Basketball - Incoming 6th-8th Grade Franklin Recreation is offering the following Summer Basketball Leagues: Middle School 3v3 League (Classes of 2031, 2032, 2033)  High School (class of 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030). and Alumni (senior/college age class of  2023-2026) All games will be played at King Street courts and refereed by patched officials. These leagues consist of 6 regular season games plus two playoff games. Further league details can be viewed on the league websitehttps://www.franklinma.gov/337/Basketball
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball (Open Social Play) - Open Social Play: July 7 - July 28 Organized game play for the novice/less experienced or less competitive player. Players should know how to play and keep score and be aware of and follow pickleball specific rules including the double bounce rule and no volley zone. Equipment available. Instructor: Terri Attinello

Wednesday July 22, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: July 20 - July 24 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 4: July 20 - July 24 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Space Cadet Training Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Flag Football (Tomorrow's Stars Camp) - Flag Football Camp Week 3: July 20th - July 23rd This program is designed to provide a very active and fun environment for the young football enthusiast. Your child will learn football fundamentals at their own pace. Each day will include scrimmages and group activities. Instructor: Jim Edgehill.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Flag Football Camp Week 3
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: July 20 - July 24 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
3:45 PM - 5:15 PM	Art Exploration (One Day or Two Day Workshops) - Painting with Annie: Sweet Treats Ice Cream Fun with Mixed Media!Explore your creativity through fun, hands on projects that use a variety of mixed media including both 2D and 3D art.  Each class offers a new artistic adventure designed to inspire imagination and self expression.  All supplies are included. OR Painting with Ann Handy! Join us for a creative and colorful painting adventure where kids will learn how to paint beautiful acrylic masterpieces.
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	495 Lacrosse - Tom ORourke
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Scorpions Soccer Club Practice/Clinic
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYBO Summer
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYBO Summer
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball (Summer Intramural Leagues) - High School League Franklin Recreation is offering the following Summer Basketball Leagues: Middle School 3v3 League (Classes of 2031, 2032, 2033)  High School (class of 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030). and Alumni (senior/college age class of  2023-2026) All games will be played at King Street courts and refereed by patched officials. These leagues consist of 6 regular season games plus two playoff games. Further league details can be viewed on the league websitehttps://www.franklinma.gov/337/Basketball
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	FHS Boys Soccer Boosters
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	FHS Boys Soccer Boosters
6:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Adult Kickball - Adult Kickball League Welcome to Franklin's ultimate Playground-Style Adult Kickball League! No pre-formed super-teams, no roster drama, and absolutely zero stress. We’re keeping it purely old-school: you show up, we split into teams right there on the field, and we play. Whether you’re an elite athlete looking to recapture your 5th-grade fame or you haven't run a baseline in a decade, you've got a spot in the lineup.

Thursday July 23, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM	FHS FH pickup practices
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: July 20 - July 24 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 4: July 20 - July 24 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Space Cadet Training Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Flag Football (Tomorrow's Stars Camp) - Flag Football Camp Week 3: July 20th - July 23rd This program is designed to provide a very active and fun environment for the young football enthusiast. Your child will learn football fundamentals at their own pace. Each day will include scrimmages and group activities. Instructor: Jim Edgehill.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Flag Football Camp Week 3
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: July 20 - July 24 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Pickleball (Advanced Beginner) - Advanced Beginner (2.75+): July 9 - July 30 Organized game play for advanced beginner/low intermediate players. Players must already know how to play, keep score and be able to execute the basic shots. Players may be working on shot placement, court positioning and developing power and soft shots. Equipment available.
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Lacrosse - Summer Skills - 1st-2nd Grade: July 9 - Aug 13 The summer lacrosse clinic is perfect for the young player looking to play more lacrosse but is not quite ready for a year round schedule.  Each session is packed with a variety of drills and activities focusing on core lacrosse skills, game strategies, and agility training.  A reversible pinnie is included in the price of the clinic.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Lacrosse - Summer Skills - 3rd - 4th Grade: July 9 - Aug 13 The summer lacrosse clinic is perfect for the young player looking to play more lacrosse but is not quite ready for a year round schedule.  Each session is packed with a variety of drills and activities focusing on core lacrosse skills, game strategies, and agility training.  A reversible pinnie is included in the price of the clinic.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Lacrosse - Summer Skills - 5th - 6th Grade: July 9 - Aug 13 The summer lacrosse clinic is perfect for the young player looking to play more lacrosse but is not quite ready for a year round schedule.  Each session is packed with a variety of drills and activities focusing on core lacrosse skills, game strategies, and agility training.  A reversible pinnie is included in the price of the clinic.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYBO Summer
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYBO Summer
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYSA & FSC Pickup Soccer Practices
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	FHS Girls Summer Soccer League - Boosters
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball (Advanced Beginner) - Advanced Beginner (2.75+): July 9 - July 30 Organized game play for advanced beginner/low intermediate players. Players must already know how to play, keep score and be able to execute the basic shots. Players may be working on shot placement, court positioning and developing power and soft shots. Equipment available.

Friday July 24, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: July 20 - July 24 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 4: July 20 - July 24 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Space Cadet Training Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Flag Football Camp Week 3
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: July 20 - July 24 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYBO Summer
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYBO Summer

Saturday July 25, 2026
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Next Step Soccer Training
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Ironwood Baseball games
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Ironwood Baseball games

Sunday July 26, 2026
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Carmignani Basketball
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	FHS Girls Summer Soccer League - Boosters
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
12:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Ironwood Baseball games
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Tennis (Summer / USTA Tennis) - Tennis: 1st-2nd Grade Led by a USTA approved coach this program focuses on developing skills to serve, rally, and play. We focus on FUN and learning the basics using age appropriate racquet's and tennis balls to help players learn and play more quicklyAll Players in their first session receive and keep a new age appropriate racquet and ball
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Tennis (Summer / USTA Tennis) - Tennis: 3rd - 5th Grade Led by a USTA approved coach this program focuses on developing skills to serve, rally, and play. We focus on FUN and learning the basics using age appropriate racquet's and tennis balls to help players learn and play more quicklyAll Players in their first session receive and keep a new age appropriate racquet and ball
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Tennis (Summer / USTA Tennis) - Tennis: 6th-8th Led by a USTA approved coach this program focuses on developing skills to serve, rally, and play. We focus on FUN and learning the basics using age appropriate racquet's and tennis balls to help players learn and play more quicklyAll Players in their first session receive and keep a new age appropriate racquet and ball
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Field Hockey (Women's Adult League) - Field Hockey Summer League: June 28 - August 9 Summer league where the first two nights include pick up games. The league will play with patched officials

Monday July 27, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: July 27 - July 31 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 5: July 27 - July 31 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Pirates Paradise Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: July 27 - July 31 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Patriot Field Hockey Summer League
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Scorpions Soccer Club Practice/Clinic
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYBO Summer
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYBO Summer
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYBO Summer
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Next 9 Up Softball Tryouts

Tuesday July 28, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:15 AM	FHS FH pickup practices
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: July 27 - July 31 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 5: July 27 - July 31 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Pirates Paradise Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: July 27 - July 31 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Pickleball Intermediate Play - Pickleball Intermediate (3.50+): July 7 - July 28 Organized game play for intermediate/advanced level players.  Players should be able to handle spin and hard shots, have fewer unforced errors, sustain dinking and play more strategically.  Play with a group of similarly skilled players.  Equipment available.NOTICE:  This class is only intended for those players that are 3.5 rating or higher.  Players that are not 3.5 rating or higher, will be removed from the class and refunded
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Commonwealth Field Hockey Summer League - Player Registration (5/6th Grade) A middle school 7v7 field hockey league played on Tuesday nights between 5:00pm and 9:00pm at Beaver Pond Turf Field in Franklin MA.  This is a competitive league using official referees.  Scores will be kept.  Register as an individual or as a team (minimum of 12 players per team) Roster submission required two weeks before league start date.  A league pinnie will be provided.5/6th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 5th and 6th Graders7/8th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 7th and 8th Graders
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Commonwealth Field Hockey Summer League - Player Registration (7/8th Grade) A middle school 7v7 field hockey league played on Tuesday nights between 5:00pm and 9:00pm at Beaver Pond Turf Field in Franklin MA.  This is a competitive league using official referees.  Scores will be kept.  Register as an individual or as a team (minimum of 12 players per team) Roster submission required two weeks before league start date.  A league pinnie will be provided.5/6th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 5th and 6th Graders7/8th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 7th and 8th Graders
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Commonwealth Field Hockey Summer League - Team Registration (5/6th Grade) A middle school 7v7 field hockey league played on Tuesday nights between 5:00pm and 9:00pm at Beaver Pond Turf Field in Franklin MA.  This is a competitive league using official referees.  Scores will be kept.  Register as an individual or as a team (minimum of 12 players per team) Roster submission required two weeks before league start date.  A league pinnie will be provided.5/6th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 5th and 6th Graders7/8th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 7th and 8th Graders
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Commonwealth Field Hockey Summer League - Team Registration (7/8th Grade) A middle school 7v7 field hockey league played on Tuesday nights between 5:00pm and 9:00pm at Beaver Pond Turf Field in Franklin MA.  This is a competitive league using official referees.  Scores will be kept.  Register as an individual or as a team (minimum of 12 players per team) Roster submission required two weeks before league start date.  A league pinnie will be provided.5/6th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 5th and 6th Graders7/8th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 7th and 8th Graders
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM	Baseball (Pee Wee Summer Season-6 year old) - Summer Baseball Join us for a 6 year old baseball league that plays every Tuesday from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM. Players will work on baseball skills that will help them prepare for the jump to FYBO next Spring.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYSA & FSC Pickup Soccer Practices
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball (Summer Intramural Leagues) - 3v3 Basketball - Incoming 6th-8th Grade Franklin Recreation is offering the following Summer Basketball Leagues: Middle School 3v3 League (Classes of 2031, 2032, 2033)  High School (class of 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030). and Alumni (senior/college age class of  2023-2026) All games will be played at King Street courts and refereed by patched officials. These leagues consist of 6 regular season games plus two playoff games. Further league details can be viewed on the league websitehttps://www.franklinma.gov/337/Basketball
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball (Open Social Play) - Open Social Play: July 7 - July 28 Organized game play for the novice/less experienced or less competitive player. Players should know how to play and keep score and be aware of and follow pickleball specific rules including the double bounce rule and no volley zone. Equipment available. Instructor: Terri Attinello

Wednesday July 29, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: July 27 - July 31 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 5: July 27 - July 31 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Pirates Paradise Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: July 27 - July 31 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Scorpions Soccer Club Practice/Clinic
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball (Summer Intramural Leagues) - High School League Franklin Recreation is offering the following Summer Basketball Leagues: Middle School 3v3 League (Classes of 2031, 2032, 2033)  High School (class of 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030). and Alumni (senior/college age class of  2023-2026) All games will be played at King Street courts and refereed by patched officials. These leagues consist of 6 regular season games plus two playoff games. Further league details can be viewed on the league websitehttps://www.franklinma.gov/337/Basketball
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Next 9 Up Softball Tryouts
6:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Adult Kickball - Adult Kickball League Welcome to Franklin's ultimate Playground-Style Adult Kickball League! No pre-formed super-teams, no roster drama, and absolutely zero stress. We’re keeping it purely old-school: you show up, we split into teams right there on the field, and we play. Whether you’re an elite athlete looking to recapture your 5th-grade fame or you haven't run a baseline in a decade, you've got a spot in the lineup.

Thursday July 30, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM	FHS FH pickup practices
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: July 27 - July 31 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 5: July 27 - July 31 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Pirates Paradise Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: July 27 - July 31 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Pickleball (Advanced Beginner) - Advanced Beginner (2.75+): July 9 - July 30 Organized game play for advanced beginner/low intermediate players. Players must already know how to play, keep score and be able to execute the basic shots. Players may be working on shot placement, court positioning and developing power and soft shots. Equipment available.
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Winter Escape Tryouts
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Lacrosse - Summer Skills - 1st-2nd Grade: July 9 - Aug 13 The summer lacrosse clinic is perfect for the young player looking to play more lacrosse but is not quite ready for a year round schedule.  Each session is packed with a variety of drills and activities focusing on core lacrosse skills, game strategies, and agility training.  A reversible pinnie is included in the price of the clinic.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Lacrosse - Summer Skills - 3rd - 4th Grade: July 9 - Aug 13 The summer lacrosse clinic is perfect for the young player looking to play more lacrosse but is not quite ready for a year round schedule.  Each session is packed with a variety of drills and activities focusing on core lacrosse skills, game strategies, and agility training.  A reversible pinnie is included in the price of the clinic.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Lacrosse - Summer Skills - 5th - 6th Grade: July 9 - Aug 13 The summer lacrosse clinic is perfect for the young player looking to play more lacrosse but is not quite ready for a year round schedule.  Each session is packed with a variety of drills and activities focusing on core lacrosse skills, game strategies, and agility training.  A reversible pinnie is included in the price of the clinic.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYBO Summer
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYSA & FSC Pickup Soccer Practices
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	FHS Girls Summer Soccer League - Boosters
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball (Advanced Beginner) - Advanced Beginner (2.75+): July 9 - July 30 Organized game play for advanced beginner/low intermediate players. Players must already know how to play, keep score and be able to execute the basic shots. Players may be working on shot placement, court positioning and developing power and soft shots. Equipment available.

Friday July 31, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: July 27 - July 31 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM	Junior Legion State Tournament
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 5: July 27 - July 31 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Pirates Paradise Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: July 27 - July 31 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)

Saturday August 1, 2026
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM	Junior Legion State Tournament
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Next Step Soccer Training

Sunday August 2, 2026
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM	Junior Legion State Tournament
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	FHS Girls Summer Soccer League - Boosters
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Field Hockey (Women's Adult League) - Field Hockey Summer League: June 28 - August 9 Summer league where the first two nights include pick up games. The league will play with patched officials

Monday August 3, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: Aug 3 - Aug 7 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM	Junior Legion State Tournament
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 6: August 3 - August 7 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Beach Boogie Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: Aug 3 - Aug 7 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Scorpions Soccer Club Practice/Clinic

Tuesday August 4, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:15 AM	FHS FH pickup practices
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: Aug 3 - Aug 7 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM	Junior Legion State Tournament
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 6: August 3 - August 7 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Beach Boogie Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: Aug 3 - Aug 7 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Commonwealth Field Hockey Summer League - Player Registration (5/6th Grade) A middle school 7v7 field hockey league played on Tuesday nights between 5:00pm and 9:00pm at Beaver Pond Turf Field in Franklin MA.  This is a competitive league using official referees.  Scores will be kept.  Register as an individual or as a team (minimum of 12 players per team) Roster submission required two weeks before league start date.  A league pinnie will be provided.5/6th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 5th and 6th Graders7/8th Grade league: This age division is for RISING 7th and 8th Graders
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM	Baseball (Pee Wee Summer Season-6 year old) - Summer Baseball Join us for a 6 year old baseball league that plays every Tuesday from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM. Players will work on baseball skills that will help them prepare for the jump to FYBO next Spring.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYSA & FSC Pickup Soccer Practices
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball (Summer Intramural Leagues) - 3v3 Basketball - Incoming 6th-8th Grade Franklin Recreation is offering the following Summer Basketball Leagues: Middle School 3v3 League (Classes of 2031, 2032, 2033)  High School (class of 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030). and Alumni (senior/college age class of  2023-2026) All games will be played at King Street courts and refereed by patched officials. These leagues consist of 6 regular season games plus two playoff games. Further league details can be viewed on the league websitehttps://www.franklinma.gov/337/Basketball

Wednesday August 5, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: Aug 3 - Aug 7 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM	Junior Legion State Tournament
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 6: August 3 - August 7 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Beach Boogie Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: Aug 3 - Aug 7 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Scorpions Soccer Club Practice/Clinic
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball (Summer Intramural Leagues) - High School League Franklin Recreation is offering the following Summer Basketball Leagues: Middle School 3v3 League (Classes of 2031, 2032, 2033)  High School (class of 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030). and Alumni (senior/college age class of  2023-2026) All games will be played at King Street courts and refereed by patched officials. These leagues consist of 6 regular season games plus two playoff games. Further league details can be viewed on the league websitehttps://www.franklinma.gov/337/Basketball
6:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Adult Kickball - Adult Kickball League Welcome to Franklin's ultimate Playground-Style Adult Kickball League! No pre-formed super-teams, no roster drama, and absolutely zero stress. We’re keeping it purely old-school: you show up, we split into teams right there on the field, and we play. Whether you’re an elite athlete looking to recapture your 5th-grade fame or you haven't run a baseline in a decade, you've got a spot in the lineup.

Thursday August 6, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM	FHS FH pickup practices
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: Aug 3 - Aug 7 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM	Junior Legion State Tournament
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 6: August 3 - August 7 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Beach Boogie Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: Aug 3 - Aug 7 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Lacrosse - Summer Skills - 1st-2nd Grade: July 9 - Aug 13 The summer lacrosse clinic is perfect for the young player looking to play more lacrosse but is not quite ready for a year round schedule.  Each session is packed with a variety of drills and activities focusing on core lacrosse skills, game strategies, and agility training.  A reversible pinnie is included in the price of the clinic.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Lacrosse - Summer Skills - 3rd - 4th Grade: July 9 - Aug 13 The summer lacrosse clinic is perfect for the young player looking to play more lacrosse but is not quite ready for a year round schedule.  Each session is packed with a variety of drills and activities focusing on core lacrosse skills, game strategies, and agility training.  A reversible pinnie is included in the price of the clinic.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Lacrosse - Summer Skills - 5th - 6th Grade: July 9 - Aug 13 The summer lacrosse clinic is perfect for the young player looking to play more lacrosse but is not quite ready for a year round schedule.  Each session is packed with a variety of drills and activities focusing on core lacrosse skills, game strategies, and agility training.  A reversible pinnie is included in the price of the clinic.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYSA & FSC Pickup Soccer Practices

Friday August 7, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: Aug 3 - Aug 7 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 6: August 3 - August 7 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Beach Boogie Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: Aug 3 - Aug 7 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)

Saturday August 8, 2026
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Next Step Soccer Training

Sunday August 9, 2026
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	FHS Girls Summer Soccer League - Boosters
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Club Pilates class - Cristina Palo
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Field Hockey (Women's Adult League) - Field Hockey Summer League: June 28 - August 9 Summer league where the first two nights include pick up games. The league will play with patched officials

Monday August 10, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: Aug 10 - Aug 14 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 7: August 10 - August 14 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Premier Summer Camp
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up Aug - Aug 14 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Scorpions Soccer Club Practice/Clinic
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Premier Preseason Prep

Tuesday August 11, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:15 AM	FHS FH pickup practices
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: Aug 10 - Aug 14 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 7: August 10 - August 14 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Premier Summer Camp
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up Aug - Aug 14 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM	Baseball (Pee Wee Summer Season-6 year old) - Summer Baseball Join us for a 6 year old baseball league that plays every Tuesday from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM. Players will work on baseball skills that will help them prepare for the jump to FYBO next Spring.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYSA & FSC Pickup Soccer Practices

Wednesday August 12, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: Aug 10 - Aug 14 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 7: August 10 - August 14 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Premier Summer Camp
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up Aug - Aug 14 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Scorpions Soccer Club Practice/Clinic
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Basketball (Summer Intramural Leagues) - High School League Franklin Recreation is offering the following Summer Basketball Leagues: Middle School 3v3 League (Classes of 2031, 2032, 2033)  High School (class of 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030). and Alumni (senior/college age class of  2023-2026) All games will be played at King Street courts and refereed by patched officials. These leagues consist of 6 regular season games plus two playoff games. Further league details can be viewed on the league websitehttps://www.franklinma.gov/337/Basketball
6:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Adult Kickball - Adult Kickball League Welcome to Franklin's ultimate Playground-Style Adult Kickball League! No pre-formed super-teams, no roster drama, and absolutely zero stress. We’re keeping it purely old-school: you show up, we split into teams right there on the field, and we play. Whether you’re an elite athlete looking to recapture your 5th-grade fame or you haven't run a baseline in a decade, you've got a spot in the lineup.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Premier Preseason Prep

Thursday August 13, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM	FHS FH pickup practices
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: Aug 10 - Aug 14 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 7: August 10 - August 14 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Premier Summer Camp
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up Aug - Aug 14 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Lacrosse - Summer Skills - 1st-2nd Grade: July 9 - Aug 13 The summer lacrosse clinic is perfect for the young player looking to play more lacrosse but is not quite ready for a year round schedule.  Each session is packed with a variety of drills and activities focusing on core lacrosse skills, game strategies, and agility training.  A reversible pinnie is included in the price of the clinic.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Lacrosse - Summer Skills - 3rd - 4th Grade: July 9 - Aug 13 The summer lacrosse clinic is perfect for the young player looking to play more lacrosse but is not quite ready for a year round schedule.  Each session is packed with a variety of drills and activities focusing on core lacrosse skills, game strategies, and agility training.  A reversible pinnie is included in the price of the clinic.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Lacrosse - Summer Skills - 5th - 6th Grade: July 9 - Aug 13 The summer lacrosse clinic is perfect for the young player looking to play more lacrosse but is not quite ready for a year round schedule.  Each session is packed with a variety of drills and activities focusing on core lacrosse skills, game strategies, and agility training.  A reversible pinnie is included in the price of the clinic.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYSA & FSC Pickup Soccer Practices
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Premier Preseason Prep

Friday August 14, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: Aug 10 - Aug 14 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 7: August 10 - August 14 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up Aug - Aug 14 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)

Saturday August 15, 2026
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Next Step Soccer Training

Sunday August 16, 2026
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)

Monday August 17, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: Aug 17 - Aug 21 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 8 : August 17 - August 21 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Little Scientist Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Flag Football (Pre-Season Camp) - Pre-Season Flag Camp (August 17 - 19th) The Franklin Flag Football Camp is perfect for beginners or athletes who want to brush up on their skills in preparation of the start of our 2026 Flag Football Season!
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: Aug 17 - Aug 21 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Field Hockey (Fall Kindergarten Skills and Drills) - Kindergarten Skills & Drills Franklin Recreation will offer a skills and drills clinic 1x per week for all children in Kindergarten interested in field hockey.  This setting allows for optimal development without the pressure of playing in a league with older girls.  Emphasis is on having fun and developing a love of field hockey.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Field Hockey: 1st - 8th Grade League Play - Field Hockey: 1st & 2nd Grade UNIFORM NOTICE:  Uniforms will be ordered directly through Signature locker at a later date.  We will reach out through email with a link to order uniforms and select uniform numbers.Girls youth field hockey is a town sponsored league designed for girls in grades 1st - 8th.  Teams will be divided into four groups by grades: 1st-2nd (U9), 3rd-4th (U11), 5th-6th (U13) and 7th-8th (U15).  Players will receive instruction during practice time and play games against teams from surrounding towns.  We will play an eight game schedule and practice 2x a week (Mondays & Wednesdays). SATURDAY GAME DATES:  IMPORTANT:  Uniforms are ordered and fulfilled by Signature Locker. They also have a Franklin Field Hockey store for other Franklin Field Hockey merchandise.GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY WEBSITE
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Scorpions Soccer Club Practice/Clinic
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Field Hockey: 1st - 8th Grade League Play - Field Hockey: 3rd & 4th Grade UNIFORM NOTICE:  Uniforms will be ordered directly through Signature locker at a later date.  We will reach out through email with a link to order uniforms and select uniform numbers.Girls youth field hockey is a town sponsored league designed for girls in grades 1st - 8th.  Teams will be divided into four groups by grades: 1st-2nd (U9), 3rd-4th (U11), 5th-6th (U13) and 7th-8th (U15).  Players will receive instruction during practice time and play games against teams from surrounding towns.  We will play an eight game schedule and practice 2x a week (Mondays & Wednesdays). SATURDAY GAME DATES:  IMPORTANT:  Uniforms are ordered and fulfilled by Signature Locker. They also have a Franklin Field Hockey store for other Franklin Field Hockey merchandise.GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY WEBSITE
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Field Hockey: 1st - 8th Grade League Play - Field Hockey: 5th & 6th Grade UNIFORM NOTICE:  Uniforms will be ordered directly through Signature locker at a later date.  We will reach out through email with a link to order uniforms and select uniform numbers.Girls youth field hockey is a town sponsored league designed for girls in grades 1st - 8th.  Teams will be divided into four groups by grades: 1st-2nd (U9), 3rd-4th (U11), 5th-6th (U13) and 7th-8th (U15).  Players will receive instruction during practice time and play games against teams from surrounding towns.  We will play an eight game schedule and practice 2x a week (Mondays & Wednesdays). SATURDAY GAME DATES:  IMPORTANT:  Uniforms are ordered and fulfilled by Signature Locker. They also have a Franklin Field Hockey store for other Franklin Field Hockey merchandise.GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY WEBSITE
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Field Hockey: 1st - 8th Grade League Play - Field Hockey: 7th & 8th Grade UNIFORM NOTICE:  Uniforms will be ordered directly through Signature locker at a later date.  We will reach out through email with a link to order uniforms and select uniform numbers.Girls youth field hockey is a town sponsored league designed for girls in grades 1st - 8th.  Teams will be divided into four groups by grades: 1st-2nd (U9), 3rd-4th (U11), 5th-6th (U13) and 7th-8th (U15).  Players will receive instruction during practice time and play games against teams from surrounding towns.  We will play an eight game schedule and practice 2x a week (Mondays & Wednesdays). SATURDAY GAME DATES:  IMPORTANT:  Uniforms are ordered and fulfilled by Signature Locker. They also have a Franklin Field Hockey store for other Franklin Field Hockey merchandise.GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY WEBSITE

Tuesday August 18, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:15 AM	FHS FH pickup practices
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: Aug 17 - Aug 21 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 8 : August 17 - August 21 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Little Scientist Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Flag Football (Pre-Season Camp) - Pre-Season Flag Camp (August 17 - 19th) The Franklin Flag Football Camp is perfect for beginners or athletes who want to brush up on their skills in preparation of the start of our 2026 Flag Football Season!
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: Aug 17 - Aug 21 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Premier Tryouts Placeholder
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM	Baseball (Pee Wee Summer Season-6 year old) - Summer Baseball Join us for a 6 year old baseball league that plays every Tuesday from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM. Players will work on baseball skills that will help them prepare for the jump to FYBO next Spring.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYSA & FSC Pickup Soccer Practices

Wednesday August 19, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: Aug 17 - Aug 21 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 8 : August 17 - August 21 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Little Scientist Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Flag Football (Pre-Season Camp) - Pre-Season Flag Camp (August 17 - 19th) The Franklin Flag Football Camp is perfect for beginners or athletes who want to brush up on their skills in preparation of the start of our 2026 Flag Football Season!
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: Aug 17 - Aug 21 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Field Hockey: 1st - 8th Grade League Play - Field Hockey: 1st & 2nd Grade UNIFORM NOTICE:  Uniforms will be ordered directly through Signature locker at a later date.  We will reach out through email with a link to order uniforms and select uniform numbers.Girls youth field hockey is a town sponsored league designed for girls in grades 1st - 8th.  Teams will be divided into four groups by grades: 1st-2nd (U9), 3rd-4th (U11), 5th-6th (U13) and 7th-8th (U15).  Players will receive instruction during practice time and play games against teams from surrounding towns.  We will play an eight game schedule and practice 2x a week (Mondays & Wednesdays). SATURDAY GAME DATES:  IMPORTANT:  Uniforms are ordered and fulfilled by Signature Locker. They also have a Franklin Field Hockey store for other Franklin Field Hockey merchandise.GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY WEBSITE
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Scorpions Soccer Club Practice/Clinic
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Field Hockey: 1st - 8th Grade League Play - Field Hockey: 3rd & 4th Grade UNIFORM NOTICE:  Uniforms will be ordered directly through Signature locker at a later date.  We will reach out through email with a link to order uniforms and select uniform numbers.Girls youth field hockey is a town sponsored league designed for girls in grades 1st - 8th.  Teams will be divided into four groups by grades: 1st-2nd (U9), 3rd-4th (U11), 5th-6th (U13) and 7th-8th (U15).  Players will receive instruction during practice time and play games against teams from surrounding towns.  We will play an eight game schedule and practice 2x a week (Mondays & Wednesdays). SATURDAY GAME DATES:  IMPORTANT:  Uniforms are ordered and fulfilled by Signature Locker. They also have a Franklin Field Hockey store for other Franklin Field Hockey merchandise.GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY WEBSITE
6:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Adult Kickball - Adult Kickball League Welcome to Franklin's ultimate Playground-Style Adult Kickball League! No pre-formed super-teams, no roster drama, and absolutely zero stress. We’re keeping it purely old-school: you show up, we split into teams right there on the field, and we play. Whether you’re an elite athlete looking to recapture your 5th-grade fame or you haven't run a baseline in a decade, you've got a spot in the lineup.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Field Hockey: 1st - 8th Grade League Play - Field Hockey: 5th & 6th Grade UNIFORM NOTICE:  Uniforms will be ordered directly through Signature locker at a later date.  We will reach out through email with a link to order uniforms and select uniform numbers.Girls youth field hockey is a town sponsored league designed for girls in grades 1st - 8th.  Teams will be divided into four groups by grades: 1st-2nd (U9), 3rd-4th (U11), 5th-6th (U13) and 7th-8th (U15).  Players will receive instruction during practice time and play games against teams from surrounding towns.  We will play an eight game schedule and practice 2x a week (Mondays & Wednesdays). SATURDAY GAME DATES:  IMPORTANT:  Uniforms are ordered and fulfilled by Signature Locker. They also have a Franklin Field Hockey store for other Franklin Field Hockey merchandise.GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY WEBSITE
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Field Hockey: 1st - 8th Grade League Play - Field Hockey: 7th & 8th Grade UNIFORM NOTICE:  Uniforms will be ordered directly through Signature locker at a later date.  We will reach out through email with a link to order uniforms and select uniform numbers.Girls youth field hockey is a town sponsored league designed for girls in grades 1st - 8th.  Teams will be divided into four groups by grades: 1st-2nd (U9), 3rd-4th (U11), 5th-6th (U13) and 7th-8th (U15).  Players will receive instruction during practice time and play games against teams from surrounding towns.  We will play an eight game schedule and practice 2x a week (Mondays & Wednesdays). SATURDAY GAME DATES:  IMPORTANT:  Uniforms are ordered and fulfilled by Signature Locker. They also have a Franklin Field Hockey store for other Franklin Field Hockey merchandise.GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY WEBSITE

Thursday August 20, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM	FHS FH pickup practices
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: Aug 17 - Aug 21 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 8 : August 17 - August 21 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Little Scientist Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: Aug 17 - Aug 21 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Premier Tryouts
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	FYSA & FSC Pickup Soccer Practices

Friday August 21, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:29 AM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Early Drop Off: Aug 17 - Aug 21 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (LIT-Leader in Training) - Accepted LIT 2026 Leader in Training Internship Program (LIT) Leader in Training Internship Program- What is it? This program is an opportunity to spend a summer with our highly trained and enthusiastic staff. Candidates will develop self-awareness, build conflict resolution skills, and identify and address personal challenges. This does not guarantee a counselor position in future summers; however it does offer an opportunity to show off your skills and desire to be in the running for a counselor position post LIT Internship Program.How do I go about becoming an LIT? All interested candidates must participate in an interview process with the Director of Recreation and the Camp Director. Please call the Recreation Department to schedule your interview.Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates' ages 15 -16 years old who are motivated, creative, independent, and candidates who are especially enthusiastic about our summer camp. We would prefer a candidate who can devote their entire summer; however we will take your vacations into consideration.What is expected of you? After a candidate is accepted into the program, we require attendance to camp Monday through Friday, 8:00am-3:30pm. We require attendance all eight (8) weeks unless vacations are specified ahead of time with the camp director.  Candidates will also be expected to attend First Aid and CPR training held by the Recreation Department prior to the start of camp. We want candidates to feel they are part of our camp staff.Fee and other information: There is a one time $100.00 fee which covers all eight (8) weeks of camp, CPR and First Aid training, t-shirt, pizza Friday's, and all of the wonderful experiences you will gain in our internship program.   We will call all applicants to set up an interview. The interviews will be conducted up until the end of April. All qualified candidates will be notified of their acceptance by the end of May.QUESTIONS? Contact Recreation Department staff at:  franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov
8:00 AM - 11:59 PM	Pickleball SUBSTITUTE (BY INSTRUCTOR INVITE ONLY) - Summer 2026 This registration is for invited substitute players for our pickleball classes. When an enrolled participant is unable to attend a scheduled class, an instructor may invite an outside player to fill that spot for a single session. Invited substitutes must register here, pay the $5 fee, and complete the electronic waiver prior to participating. Please note: this is not a drop-in program and is only for players who have been directly invited to substitute.
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Week 8 : August 17 - August 21 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM	Community Garden - Garden Bed Renewals 2026 Franklin Community GardenOpens 2026 Garden Bed Renewals King Street Memorial Park (Community Garden)Renewals:Gardeners who maintained a raised bed in 2025 at the King Street Memorial Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2026 season. Gardeners in good standing will be contacted by the committee with links to the renewal form.The season fee is $40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The application will be processed through the Franklin Recreation Department, 235 Wachusett StreetNew Gardeners: Please sign up for the free wait list. New gardeners will be allowed to get garden beds starting on March 4th, pending the availability of garden beds.COMMUNITY GARDEN WEBSITE
8:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Summer Camp (Pre School) - Little Scientist Are you looking for a fun filled summer adventure for your 2.5-5 year old?  Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and socialization with peers in this First Friends/More Fun With Friends summer camp.  Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts and crafts, story time and a variety of games.  We will spend time in the classroom, recreation gym and outdoors.  All activities are linked to the weekly themes.  Please pack a lunch, nut free snacks and send a labeled sippy cup for your child.  Please note that our instructors do not change diapers and will call if your child needs to be changed.Ice cream truck will be available on site upon departure on the following dates at 12:45 PM:July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 21
3:31 PM - 4:30 PM	Summer Camp (Franklin Rec Camp) - Late Pick Up: Aug 17 - Aug 21 Join us for fun in the sun!  We enjoy outdoor activities, field trips, arts & crafts, gaga ball, playgrounds and much more at our 5 day camp at King Street Memorial Park. Our program meets at King Street Memorial Field and begins at 8:30am each day and finishes at 3:30pm.  Early drop off or late pick up is available at an additional cost of $10.00 per day per child.  CLICK "Return to program" after selecting each week of Summer Camp in order to purchase Early Drop Off or Late Pick UpFranklin Rec Summer Camp Brochure:For more information about summer camp at King Street Memorial Park, please click on the link above or visit our Summer Camp website:  Meet The Counselors page is also listed on the summer camp website by clicking above.Field trips are included in the camp fee. All staff will be attending the trip, so there will be no supervision at King Street. If you choose not to attend the field trip, you will not be able to attend camp on Wednesday.FIELD TRIP LIST)Week 1: Xtreme CrazeWeek 2: Southwick ZooWeek 3: Urban Air Week 4: Water Park of New England and Altitude Trampoline Park.Week 5: Boundless Adventures (Ages 8+) & Ryan's Amusement (Ages 5-7)Week 6: Roller KingdomWeek 7: Woo Sox Game (Ages 8+) & Davis FarmlandWeek 8: Kimball Farm
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	FGSA Practices Clinics Scrimmages
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Franklin Cricket Association (practice & games)