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Library Hours
The Library’s hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Franklin Public Library’s 2024 Reading Challenge!
August: A book that features a road trip!
For complete details and to sign-up, visit our website! Grand prizes made possible by the Friends of the Franklin Library!
ESL & Adult Literacy Program
The Franklin Public Library has started an English as a Second Language and Adult Literacy Program to serve Franklin and its surrounding communities. Volunteers and students do not need to be Franklin residents. If interested, fill out the registration form on the library’s website.
Special Events for Kids
Toddler & Kids Yoga! Thursdays, August 1st & 15th @ 10:30AM
Come join Katie from Sprouting Tree Yoga for a fun, interactive toddler & kids yoga class. Together we will explore yoga and mindfulness concepts through movement, songs, storybooks, games and more. This class is designed to help your child improve their balance, coordination, and flexibility while learning self-regulation skills and relaxation techniques. No previous yoga experience is necessary. Please bring a yoga mat or towel. Parents are welcome to participate as well!
Elijah T. Grasshopper Concert! Saturday, August 3rd @ 10:30AM
Join Elijah T. Grasshopper, Emma "Go-Go Green" Bean, their puppet pals for some super-duper interactive music and a hopping good time! Ideal for kids Ages 2-8! No registration required.
Rolie Polie Guacamole! Wednesday, August 7th @ 10:30AM
Holy Guacamole! The award-winning kiddie music titans of Brooklyn are ready to raise the roof with a rocking, all-ages show! Rolie Polie Guacamole is pure FUN with high-energy songs all done up in folk, funk, rock, Latin and country styles! So put on your dancing shoes and let’s get ready to rock! No registration required.
Petite Picassos! Wednesday, August 7th @ 1:00PM
Join Miss Lily and create your very own step-by-step painting of flip flops on the beach!! This paint party is a great fit for children ages 6-12! All materials will be provided, and REGISTRATION is required!
Bryson Lang! Thursday, August 8th @ 10:00AM
Join us for an unforgettable morning of family fun with Bryson Lang! His show mixes comedy, audience participation, ball spinning, ball bouncing, juggling, well-crafted timing, giant Beach Balls, improv, and always a few surprises! Come see why Bryson is, “The Cure for the Common Show”! No registration required.
Playful Engineers! Friday, August 9th @ 1:00PM
Join us for this fun, hands-on, STEM focused workshop where you can design, build, test, and play with different chain reactions and creative contraptions! No registration required.
Ed Popielarczyk Magic Show! Saturday, August 10th @ 10:30AM
Join us as we welcome Ed Popielarczyk for a one-of-a-kind magic show that is guaranteed to leave the whole family impressed! No registration required.
Mr. Vinny Bubble Show! Monday, August 12th @ 4:00PM
Mr. Vinny, using giant bubble wands designed and constructed by the Bubble Guy himself, will gather kids for an hour long game of watch, chase, and pop the bubbles! No registration required.
Fairytale Fun! Wednesday, August 14th @ 10:30AM
Join us for a special Royal Ball fit for a princess (and her Fairy Godmother)! Be sure to come dressed in your best, after all, who says a shoe can’t change your life?! There will be singing, dancing, interactive storytelling and a photo opportunity with each guest! No registration required.
Petite Picassos! Wednesday, August 14th @ 1:00PM
Join Miss Lily and create your very own step-by-step painting of flip flops on the beach!! This paint party is a great fit for children ages 6-12! All materials will be provided, and REGISTRATION is required!
Music at the Blissful! Monday, August 19th @ 4:00PM
Join us for a fun, high energy music program for children and their grownups! Musician Evan Haller brings the energy to get the whole crowd up and dancing! No registration required.
Poop Museum! Wednesday, August 21st @ 10:30AM
The Poop Museum covers the serious science of poop and pooping, and is delivered with the silliness that you might imagine accompanying a program about poop for young kids. It is the perfect combination of fun, and fabulous, fascinating facts, so that kids (and parents) never forget what they learned. No registration required.
Read with Riley! Friday, August 23rd @ 4:00PM
Join us for a special storytime with our therapy dog Riley and her human friend Ally! We'll read some of Riley's favorite books, sing some of her favorite songs, and of course there will be lots of puppy snuggles! No registration required.
Baby Sensory! Saturday, August 24th @ 9:30AM
Join us for a 45-minute baby sensory program! Watch your little one interact and engage with a variety of sensory items! Sensory play is a fantastic way to help babies explore their worlds, stimulate the senses, and create little inquisitive explorers! Babies under 2 are welcome and encouraged! (Got older siblings? They can bring along a stuffed toy or baby and play along!) No registration required.
Special Events for Teens
Paint-Teens! Monday, August 12th @ 5:00PM
Teens! Join Miss Lily and create your very own step-by-step painting of a summer popsicle! This paint party is a great fit for teens ages 12+! All materials will be provided. Registration is Required!
Special Events for Adults
Painting For Adults! Saturday August 3rd @1:00PM
Registration Required!
Grown-ups! Are you feeling creative? Join Miss Lily to create your very own step-by-step painting of piping plovers on the beach! All materials will be provided.
Chess Group! Saturday, August 10th @ 2:00PM
Chess - The Game of Kings has resumed play! All ages and ability levels are welcomed. If you would like to learn how to play chess, you are welcome as well! Learn an opening, develop strategic & tactic abilities, improve endgame skills. Sets will be available. No registration required.
Silk Scarf Painting with Kulina Folk Art! Saturday, August 10th @ 3:00PM
Registration Required!
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience and unleash your inner artist at a Kulina Folk Art's workshop painting silk scarves!
Movie & Music Event: Dark Side of Oz! Thursday, August 15th @ 6:00PM
Enjoy the uncanny mashup of two classics; The Wizard of Oz and Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon!
Granny Square Class Friday August 16th @ 1:00 PM
A granny square is like a plain sheet of paper. Sure, it comes in different colors, textures, sizes and weights however in and of itself, it’s not very exciting until you use it as an integral part of your creative process. During our two hour class we will explore the basic structure of a granny square as we make one traditional style square using a basic worsted weight wool. You will leave the class with a new respect for the humble Granny square and how to bring it to life in your crochet journey. All class materials will be provided. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Bellingham and Franklin Cultural Councils, local agencies, which are supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Pre-requisites: Ability to chain, single crochet, double crochet, knowledge of how to count stitches
Special Events for All Ages
Cool Off & Color! Friday, August 2nd @ 1:00PM
Beat the heat with a refreshing drink and a coloring sheet! This event is for everyone with coloring opportunities for every age! No registration required!
Farmer’s Market Fun! Friday, August 16th @ 2:00PM
Join the Franklin Public Library for a special visit at the Franklin Farmer's Market! Crafts & Activities for kids! Summer Reading Signups & Info! Learn about our programs for all ages! No registration required.
The Moonbellies Concert! Wednesday, August 21st @ 6:00PM
Music Lovers of all ages! Join the Moonbellies for a foot stomping, entertaining mix of original music, Americana, Old-time, Quebecois, Irish and Cajun music! The Moonbellies ensemble includes vocalist Julianna Bernardi, who also plays fiddle and guitar, Roisin Kelly on fiddle, bouzouki, banjo, Tom Poitras on guitar, vocals, ukulele, and various other stringed instruments, and Hank Poitras on fiddle, button accordion and guitar.
Summer Reading Wrap-Up: Mobile Mini Golf! Saturday, August 24th @ 1:00PM
Let’s close out the library’s summer reading program with an epic celebration! Bring your friends and family and we’ll provide the rest! Balloons, snacks, prizes, and more! Join us as we transform the library into a Mini Golf course that’s fun for all ages! Children under the age of 14 MUST be accompanied by an adult. No registration required
Franklin Library Book Sale
Friday, August 16th, 1:00-5:00pm. Saturday, August 17th, 9:00am to 12:00 Noon
All books are just one dollar!
Bag Sale - $5 A Bag—Saturday, August 17th, from 1:00-4:00pm
Come fill a brown bag with all the books you can!
