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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. Sunday Hours Resume on September 8th 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Library will be closed Monday September 2nd for Labor Day.
Franklin Public Library’s 2024 Reading Challenge!
September: A book whose title starts with the letter “S”!
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
September Book Bingo! Tuesday, September 3rd – Monday, September 30th
Collect your BINGO board at the Children's Room Reference Desk and play along all month long! Complete a row in any direction and win a special coloring sheet! Complete the entire board and win a prize pack!! Deadline to pick up prizes is Saturday, October 5th.
Pirate Party! Saturday, September 14th @ 1:00PM
Ahoy mateys! Set sail to the library and join us for a swashbuckling afternoon on the high seas! Don't miss our pirate-themed crafts and activities, or you'll have to walk the plank! No registration required!
Captain Robbie Bones Pirate Magic Show! Tuesday, September 17th @ 1:00PM
Set sail with a treasure chest full of magic and a trunk filled with laughter! This Pirate will have everyone's attention the minute he is on deck, from juggling cannon balls to a snake in a basket that performs magic tricks! However, this pirate needs lots of help to get through his show, so be prepared for lots of audience participation! No registration required!
Blue Dog Bash! Saturday, September 21st
@ 1:00PM
Let's celebrate everyone's favorite canine family with an awesome morning of games, crafts, snacks, dancing and more! No registration required!
Special Events for Teens
Hack Your College Application! Wednesday, September 4th @ 6:00PM
Applying to college can be a stressful process. Are looking to get ahead of the game and start your application early? Have you started your application and just need help polishing it? Are you unsure if college is the path for you and you need someone to talk it out with? Then come by and meet with Mx. Jorge Marinez, a former College Guidance Counselor and a current Admissions Counselor at Dean College, and up your chances of standing out on college applications!
Broadway Musical Bingo! Wednesday, September 25th
@ 5:00PM
Join us for Musical Bingo! Part Bingo, part trivia, participants will listen to the music as it plays and fill in their bingo cards! This month's Bingo theme: Broadway musicals!
Special Events for Adults
Adult Painting Saturday September 14th 1:00 PM
Registration Required
Grown Ups! Are you feeling creative? Join Miss Lily to create your own step-by-step painting of a Paul Cezanne inspired still life! All materials will be provided.
Author Talk with Ted Reinstein, Thursday September 19th @ 6:30 PM
Journalist and author Ted Reinstein has reported all around New England for 25 years, telling the colorful stories of this historic yet ever-changing corner of America. Now, he condenses his countless travels into a single, unique labor of love: a journey through the heart and soul of New England, meeting the most memorable people—and their unlikely stories—all along the way. Join us in welcoming Ted to present and discuss his new book, "Travels through the Heart and Soul of New England: Stories of Struggle, Resilience, and Triumph".
One Book, One Community Book Talk: The Humans, Saturday September 21st @ 3:00 PM
Join us for refreshments and discussion around our Franklin One Book, One Community read!
Special Events for All Ages
Health Fair! Wednesday, September 25th @ 3:00PM
Come join us for a free and fun filled afternoon at the Franklin Public Library for Franklin Health Departments Fall Health Fair! The event will include local vendors, local health resources, health services exhibitors, activities for kids, and much more!
Winter Berry Farms: Angora Rabbit Visit, Friday September 27th 3:00 PM
No registration required
Join us in welcoming back some of the fluffiest bunnies around! Kick off the Harvest Festival weekend by learning about the care and needs of rabbits and how they help us stay warm! As a special treat learn how to spin angora fur into fiber for wool! A great event for crafters and animal lovers of all ages!
Franklin Library Book Sale
Friday, September 20th, 1:00-5:00pm. Saturday, September 21st, 9:00am to 12:00 Noon
All books are just one dollar!
Bag Sale - $5 A Bag—Saturday, September 21st, from 1:00-4:00pm
Come fill a brown bag with all the books you can!
