Cultural Council selects A-Wreath theme, confirms summer events
Franklin Cultural Council selects new A-Wreath theme, confirms June events. Chair John Ristaino led the council in approving "The Magic We Make" as the 2026 A-Wreath-of-Franklin theme, with the previous runner-up submission reserved for 2027. The council noted approximately $5,000 in expenses for
Cultural Council · Meeting of May 27, 2026
Franklin Cultural Council selects new A-Wreath theme, confirms June events. Chair John Ristaino led the council in approving "The Magic We Make" as the 2026 A-Wreath-of-Franklin theme, with the previous runner-up submission reserved for 2027. The council noted approximately $5,000 in expenses for the World Cup Watch Party on June 24 and 25 and the Strawberry Stroll on June 12, with Main Street closed between High Street and St.
Mary Church during the World Cup Watch Party at Hayward Manor, requiring 19 police officers and DPW workers on duty. The council also initiated a new member selection process after two members' terms expired without reappointment.
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Source: the Cultural Council meeting of May 27, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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