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Then-Franklin Mayor Frank Rabil, joined by officials and citizens, officially cut the ribbon for a new event venue in Downtown Franklin during the Franklin-Southampton Area Chamber of Commerce holiday Business After Hours hosted by The Two Sisters. Officials in a chamber news release noted that, located at 205 S. Main St., this beautifully renovated space is available for weddings/receptions, birthday parties, baby showers, holiday events, corporate events/meetings, repast/memorial service, reunions and special events. The rental includes a banquet room, two additional rooms, 20 round tables, six rectangle tables, 160 banquet chairs, along with a warming kitchen and a bar with a wine cooler. Call Susan Jones or Mary Christy Saunders at 757-562-2959 for more information.