■The City Council meeting takes place on Oct. 11 at 6 p.m. Three issues of note: information on existing conditions, findings and possible reuse options for Trestle Bridge; resolution to accept approximately $12,646.07 from Franklin Women’s Club for the purpose of setting up a scholarship fund; and a resolution appropriating $600,986 in a one-time highway block funding for roads and bridges. Provisions for persons with special needs can be made via a call to (603) 934-3900 or mail City of Franklin, 316 Central St., at least five days prior to the public hearing.
■Franklin Parks & Recreation is hosting the fourth Annual Scarecrow Contest. Visit www.franklinnh.org – Franklin Fall Fest for details and a registration form. Forms are also available at City Hall or Bessie Rowell Community Center.
■Time for businesses and families to register for the Halloween Extravaganza Halloween Parade and Trunk or Treat, on Oct. 22 from 3:45 to 5 p.m. Visit kalpers@franklinnh,org or call 934-2118 for more information.
■The Franklin Dems meet on Oct. 11 via Zoom. Contact r2hite4183@outlook.com for the link or Delaney_carrier@yahoo.com for more information.
■The Franklin Public Library Board of Trustees meets on Oct. 12 at 5:30 p.m. at the library. All are welcome. Call (603) 934-2911 with any questions.
■The Franklin Opera House Board of Directors meets on Oct. 12 in the lower room of City Hall. Enter from the parking lot in back. Call (603) 934-1901 with any questions.
■Save the date for October Fest at the Franklin Memorial Recreation Area, on Oct. 22 from 3 to 10 p.m.
JUDITH ACKERSON
369-0574
franklintowncrier@gmail.com