franklin lgbtq alliance

Celebrating gender and sexual diversity in Franklin, Massachusetts, since 2022.

ABOUT US

Franklin LGBTQ Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that was established in 2022 to support, raise awareness of, and build connections within, the greater Franklin LGBTQIA+ community. We celebrate gender and sexual diversity in Franklin all year round by regularly organizing book club discussions, game nights, arts-and-crafts workshops, and much more. Every June, we also organize a pride celebration in Franklin Town Common that features food, live music, family activities, and outreach opportunities for local businesses and nonprofits. Membership is always free, and all of our events are always open to the public. We invite you to join us at one of our upcoming events listed below!

2O26 T-SHIRTS now available!

We have launched our 2026 T-shirt fundraiser for Franklin LGBTQ Alliance! Order a T-shirt here!

Upcoming events

  • BOOK CLUB (CANCELLED!)

    WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2026

    6:30 – 8:30 PM

    Franklin TV, 23 Hutchinson Street, Franklin, Massachusetts 02038

    Join our discussion on the novel IRON WIDOW by Xiran Jay Zhao! This work is available in print, as an ebook, and as an audiobook!

  • PICNIC AT DELCARTE

    THURSDAY, AUGUST 6, 2026

    6:30 - 8:30 PM

    DelCarte Recreation and Conservation Area, 409 - 459 Pleasant Street, Franklin, Massachusetts 02038

    Bring your own brown bag meal!

  • BOOK CLUB

    WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2026

    6:30 – 8:30 PM

    Franklin TV, 23 Hutchinson Street, Franklin, Massachusetts 02038

    Join our discussion on the novel WOODWORKING by Emily St. James! This work is available in print, as an ebook, and as an audiobook!

  • BRUNCH WITH NON-SCENE FRIENDS

    SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026

    10 AM – 12 PM

    Mak's, 451 West Central Street, Franklin, Massachusetts 02038

    Enjoy great food with great friends at Mak's!

  • CHECK HERE REGULARLY FOR MORE UPCOMING EVENTS!

past events

  • BRUNCH WITH NON-SCENE FRIENDS

    SATURDAY, JULY 11, 2026

    10 AM – 12 PM

    Mak's, 451 West Central Street, Franklin, Massachusetts 02038

    Enjoy great food with great friends at Mak's!

  • ICE CREAM SOCIAL

    THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2026

    6:30 – 8:30 PM

    Franklin TV, 23 Hutchinson Street, Franklin, Massachusetts 02038

    Bring your favorite ice cream to share with everyone, and come hungry! Vegan and non-vegan options will be provided!

  • CELEBRATE WITH PRIDE 2O26 FRANKLIN

    SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026

    12 - 4 PM

    Franklin Town Common, 200 Main Street, Franklin, Massachusetts 02038

    Join us for an afternoon of family fun, food trucks, live music, and more! Shop local vendors! Learn about local nonprofits! Show your support of gender and sexual diversity in Franklin!

  • ALL PAST EVENTS

    For a complete list of our past events, click here!

IMAGE CREDITS

  • Book Club: IRON WIDOW by Xiran Jay Zhao: Penguin Random House

  • Book Club: WOODWORKING by Emily St. James: Zando

  • Brunch with Non-Scene Friends: Max Morrongiello

  • Celebrate with Pride 2026 Franklin: Robin Baidya

  • Header: Sadie Lemansky (Fox & Crow Photos) and Nicole van der Wal

  • Ice Cream Social:‍ ‍Delish

  • Picnic at DelCarte: FranklinMA.gov

sponsors

Celebrate with Pride 2026 Franklin is funded in part by the following sponsors:

DONATE

Click here to donate to Franklin LGBTQ Alliance via Givebutter! We appreciate your support!

CONTACT US

If you have any questions or if you would like to join our mailing list, then please email us at FranklinLGBTQAlliance@gmail.com!