While Spring Weather Teases, Countdown Begins for Strawberry Stroll

Save the date for the annual Strawberry Stroll, set for Friday, June 7, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. in downtown Franklin. The rain date will be Saturday, June 8 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The stroll is a popular tradition in Franklin every year. “Don't miss this great evening of music, food, andvendors of all kinds of products and services,” said Kevin Johnson of Edward Jones, and Strawberry Stroll Committee Chairman.

The strawberry shortcakes will be supplied by Dean Bank and Dean College. Crafts and activities will be offered for kids and adults. "It is a terrific community event. A fun time to visit shops and restaurants downtown and catch up with friends,” said Roberta Trahan, Vice President of the Franklin Downtown Partnership.

The Downtown Partnership appreciates the support of its sponsors. This year our support comes from these organizations: Platinum Sponsors: Dean College. Gold Sponsors: Camford Property Group, Inc.; Dean

Bank. Silver Sponsors: Notturno Home Services. Bronze Sponsors: Beaux Regards Photographic Art; Chestnut Dental; DCU; Fenton Financial Group; LeafFilter Gutter Protection.

Sponsorship opportunities for the stroll are still open and filling up quickly. If you are interested in being a sponsor, contact the Franklin Downtown Partnership at downtown.franklin@yahoo.com.

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The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a non-profit 501c3 organization made up of more than 350 business owners, residents, and community leaders working to revitalize downtown Franklin. Residents can join the Downtown Partnership for only $25. The Partnership manages events like the Strawberry Stroll, the Harvest

Festival, the Ladybug Historical & Cultural Trail, and initiatives such as beautification, streetscape design, greenspace, alley murals, and sculpture projects. For more information go to www.franklindowntownpartnership.org.