Events

Memorial Shovel Donated to Franklin Historical Museum

Memorial Shovel Donated to Franklin Historical Museum

On July 9, 2022, members of William F. Ray Lodge #71 of the Franklin Odd Fellows fraternal organization located at 330 West Central St., Franklin presented a gift of a commemorative shovel that was used in the groundbreaking ceremonies for the new Franklin High School on September 12, 2012. The story of how the shovel came into the possession of the Odd Fellows is an interesting one. There were 10 shovels used in the ceremony in the September 12th groundbreaking…

Read More Read More

Odd Fellows Trivia Tournament a Rousing Success!

Odd Fellows Trivia Tournament a Rousing Success!

On August 1, 2021, members of the Franklin Odd Fellows held a fundraiser Trivia Tournament at the Bellingham Sportsman’s Club at 360 Lake St., Bellingham, MA 02019. Five teams participated in the fun-filled event and all expressed interest in participating the next time around. The host lodge that entered a team was William F. Ray Lodge #71 from Franklin that was raising funds for various Odd Fellow charities. The host facility of the Sportsman’s Club entered a team and was…

Read More Read More

Trivia Extravaganza Hosted by the Odd Fellows of Franklin

Trivia Extravaganza Hosted by the Odd Fellows of Franklin

Sunday, August 1st2pm – 4pmBellingham Sportsman Club360 Lake Street, Bellingham The event will consist of teams of up to ten players with a registration cost of just $10 per person and $15 at the door.  Team pre-registration and pre-payment is strongly encouraged. For more information, read our event press release.

29th Annual Orrin J. Eaton Golf Tournament

29th Annual Orrin J. Eaton Golf Tournament

On Monday, August 24, 2020 the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts hosted the 29th Annual Orrin J. Eaton Golf Tournament in support of the Massachusetts Arthritis Foundation.  Lodge member Dave Labonte, shown on the far right, was on the original golf tournament committee in 1992 with Wm. F. Ray Noble Grand, John Russ and three other members of the Jurisdiction.  Brother Dave has participated in every Arthritis Foundation golf tournament since and, although his golf game hasn’t improved much over the…

Read More Read More

Franklin Odd Fellows: 1st Annual Yard Sale
1st Annual Franklin Odd Fellows Yard Sale

1st Annual Franklin Odd Fellows Yard Sale

1st Annual Franklin Odd Fellows Yard Sale William F Ray Lodge #71 330 West Central Street, Franklin Saturday, September 5th, 8am – 4pm Rain Date: Sunday September 6th The members of William F Ray Lodge #71 invite the community to our first annual yard sale to be held at the lodge property in Franklin. Stop by and browse through various items donated by our members. If you like to know more about the Odd Fellows, our lodge brothers and sisters…

Read More Read More

Speaker’s Forum Series: The Internet – Taming Technology

Speaker’s Forum Series: The Internet – Taming Technology

Wednesday, March 18th @ 6:30pmFranklin Public Library118 Main Street The Franklin Odd Fellows are excited to continue our informative community forums. On March 18th join us as we welcome Kevin Martin of NerdsToGo speak on how to explore and stay safe on the internet. Our reliance on technology and the internet can sometimes outpace our ability to fully grasp it’s dangers and potential. Kevin brings decades of expertise to the table in helping the community navigate this overwhelming landscape. As…

Read More Read More

Summer Corn Hole Tournament

Summer Corn Hole Tournament

We are hosting our second annual summer corn hole tournament at the Bellingham Sportman Club on June 23rd. We will be registering 2 person teams in a Double Elimination Blind Draw style tournament. ACA rules will be in effect for this tournament. The $20 entry fee entitles the registrant to a complimentary lunch buffet while drinks will be available for purchase at the club bar. There will also be unique and fun raffle prizes available. This year we are utilizing…

Read More Read More

Winter Cornhole Tournament Results

Winter Cornhole Tournament Results

On February 23, 2019, Members of the Franklin Odd Fellows held a fundraiser Cornhole Tournament at the Downtown Sports facility 240 Cottage St. in Franklin.  Ten teams came together for a fun time in a double elimination, blind draw style tournament that was organized to raise funds for the Massachusetts Arthritis Foundation and other local charities. This was a first of a kind event for the Odd Fellows who wanted a team sport oriented fundraiser in one of the winter…

Read More Read More

Winter Cornhole Tournament

Winter Cornhole Tournament

We’re bringing the fun indoors in the throes of winter. Our Cornhole Tournament in last June was so successful we decided not to wait until June to do it again. Our winter tournament will be held in the comfort of climate controlled Downtown Sports in Franklin this February. See below or download the event flyer for more information. How to Sign Up:Up to (16) two person teams will be able to compete in a Double Elimination Blind Draw style tournament….

Read More Read More