Well I am so excited to have just heard the news that a new coffeehouse will be opening in March in the downtown of Franklin! Formerly, Mel Diva's coffeehouse was a big hit with all ages but was forced to close when the old Zeotrope Theater was being torn down to make way for new condos/business.
The town has not had any place where all ages could just stop in to meet with friends, work on a laptop, grab a quick sandwich or drink. I hear that the new Cafe Dolce is focused on healthy menu choices and wants to hear suggestions from the community regarding what people are looking for in a coffeehouse. Already the owners plan to have live music and comedy nights on the weekends.
A place like Cafe Dolce is sure to be successful because of its mass appeal--college students, retirees, commuters walking from the train to their car and young mothers will be equally pleased. I wish them luck and cannot wait to stop in!