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The dates for Franklin Downtown Partnership events and meetings during 2022 have been set.
The Strawberry Stroll is back for the first time in two years since the pandemic. It is scheduled for Fri., June 10, with a rain date of Sat., June 11. During this year’s Strawberry Stroll, the Franklin Downtown Partnership will also be unveiling the Ladybug Cultural & Historical Trail.
The Harvest Festival is set for Sat., Oct. 1, with a rain date of Sun., Oct. 2.
“We are thrilled to be able to bring back both our signature events this year,” said Franklin Downtown Partnership Executive Director Lisa Piana. “It takes many volunteers and business sponsors to pull these events together and we’re grateful for their assistance.”
General meetings of the Partnership are scheduled on April 7, June 2, Sept. 8 and Nov. 3. Meetings begin at 8:30 a.m., last one hour, and are held on Zoom.
The Partnership works with the Franklin Garden Club to deck out the downtown with seasonal decorations. The 2022 Spring/Summer Beautification Day is scheduled for Sat., May 21. The Autumn/Winter Beautification Day is Sat., Nov. 19. Groups are encouraged to volunteer and high school community service hours are available.
Sponsors are needed for the Partnership’s 2022 events. Please contact the Partnership office at downtown.franklin@yahoo.com if you’re interested in sponsorship.
The Franklin Downtown Partnership invites all Franklin businesses and residents to join the Partnership even if they are not located in the downtown area. Visit www.franklindowntownpartnership.org for more information.
The Partnership reminds residents to shop local to support our Franklin businesses.
The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a nonprofit, 501©3 organization made up of morethan 350 business owners, community leaders and residents working to stimulate economic development downtown and create a positive impact throughout the area.
