Franklin

A raised bed in the courtyard, a community garden or simply swapping cuttings and seeds: gardening connects generations. People without a garden of their own are often happy to share a bed. Do you have plants, tools or …

Snow and ice are a real challenge for older or unwell neighbours. If you're clearing your own path anyway, you can often do a few metres more. Sharing a bag of grit between several houses saves effort too. Who in Frankl…

Moving for training or university is exciting, but it can feel a bit lonely at first. Sports groups, choirs, youth clubs or volunteering are great ways to meet people quickly. And sometimes just saying hi here is enough…

Sport doesn't have to mean pressure. Bouldering, skating, volleyball in the park or running with friends: the main thing is that you enjoy moving. Many clubs offer free taster sessions. What sport is popular in Franklin…

Every place has spots only locals know: a bench with a view, a courtyard full of flowers, a little path along the water. Which hidden corner of Franklin, Virginia would you show a newcomer? Let us in on the secret!

Parents and grandparents know it well: not all playgrounds are equal. Which playground in Franklin, Virginia is your favourite, and why? Share your tips with other families!

Football, table tennis, swimming or a walking group: clubs are often the best way to meet people. Which club are you part of in Franklin, Virginia, and are you looking for new members? Give your club a quick shout-out!

The city of Franklin had its beginnings in the 1830s as a railroad stop along the Blackwater River. During this era, the river was used to transport goods to and from Albemarle Sound in North Carolina. In 1862, the Civ…

Franklin is the southwesternmost independent city in Hampton Roads, Commonwealth of Virginia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 8,180. The Bureau of Economic Analysis combines the city of Franklin with Southampt…

Recording is of a Mozart piece. It is recorded by artis as part of the MusOpen Project project. Musopen · Public Domain

Mendelssohn - Symphony No. 4 in A major, Op. 90 'Italian' - II. Andante con moto Musopen · Public Domain

Bach, J S - Goldberg Variations, BWV988 Musopen · Public Domain

Schubert - Piano Sonata in A minor D 845, Op. 42 - I. Moderato. Musopen · Public Domain

Symphony no. 8 in f major, op. 93 — i. allegro vivace e con brio Musopen · Public Domain

Suite d'après Corrette Musopen · Public Domain

Sonata no. 15 in d major, op. 28 'pastorale' - iii. scherzo. allegro vivace Musopen · Public Domain

Libiamo ne' lieti calici from act one of "La Traviata" Musopen · Public Domain

Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90 - IV. Allegro Musopen · Public Domain

Minuet in G, Op. 14 no 1 by Ignacy Jan Paderewski. Musopen · Public Domain

Recording of music written by Frederic Chopin Musopen · Public Domain