Library Hours
The Library’s hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Library will be closed Monday, September 5th for Labor Day. Sunday hours will resume September 11th, and will be 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Book Sale
Franklin Library Book Sale
Friday, September 23rd, 1:00-5:00 p.m. Saturday, September 24th, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon.
All books are just one dollar!
Bag Sale - $5 A Bag—Saturday, September 24th, from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Come fill a brown bag with all the books you can!
From the Friends of the Franklin Library
From the friends…This summer is flying by and as we look ahead to fall, we have some exciting projects in the works. First, we want to thank those who came out to the Franklin Farmers Market and stopped by the Friends table. It was great to meet all of you! We also want to congratulate Diane Padula, the winner of our summer giveaway raffle. Your continued support and input are critical as we work to make our library a resource for all.
Speaking of support and sharing ideas…do you know all are welcome to attend our monthly meetings? This is a great opportunity to learn more about the Friends, hear about the exciting initiatives in the works, and share your ideas with us. Our next meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 14 at 7pm in the Friends Meeting Room. If you can’t make it, don’t worry, our meetings are usually held on the first Wednesday of every month.
Now, we know many are still holding onto the last few weeks of summer, but who isn’t excited for Franklin’s Annual Harvest Festival happening Saturday, October 1? We sure are and we hope you’ll stop by the Friends of the Franklin Library table to say hi, learn how you can support the Friends and take advantage of our book giveaway. We will have a variety of books for all ages, don’t miss out!
Friends of the Franklin Library is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting the Franklin Public Library’s collections and programs. Want to learn more about becoming a Friend? Drop us a line at FoFL02038@gmail.com for more information on the Friends.
Programs for Children and Teens
Weekly Events for Families!
Move Along! Mondays @ 10:30AM
This thirty-minute program features music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy!
Dungeons and Dragons Club for Kids & Teens! Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM (7+)
Kids are invited to join us for a weekly Dungeons and Dragons Club! The library will supply dice, rule books, and blank character sheets! (Dungeon Masters must be ages 10 and up)
Email mgousie@minlib.net to sign up!
Cool Cruisers! Tuesdays @ 9:30AM
Babies who have graduated from tummy time and are scooting all over the place are welcome to this playgroup just for them! We recognize that fun age of exploring is very different from their first few months, so join us for a special playgroup just for this exciting time!
Get Ready for Kindergarten! Tuesdays @10:30AM (3–5)
This 45 minute program featuring stories, songs, activities, and crafts will help prepare your children for preschool and kindergarten. Parents and caregivers can attend with their child if they wish. No registration required!
Toe-Tapping Tuesdays! Tuesdays @ 4:00PM (2-4)
Let’s play some music and get those little toes moving! We will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence.
Girls Who Code! Grade 3 - 12 Meeting time Tuesdays @ 4:00 PM
Fall 2022 Session Sign up here!
This club is a great introduction to coding languages and concepts while building the community and group work skills needed to excel! Whether you want to try something new, build on skills, make friends, or help someone else grow... Welcome to our club!
Terrific Toddlers! Wednesdays @10:30AM (18 mos–3yrs)
Enjoy thirty minutes of interactive stories, songs, and activities for families and children from birth to age 3. No registration required!
Animation Nation Anime Club! Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00PM (10+)
Your weekly dose of anime goodness at The Franklin Public Library! Come watch the latest releases and popular anime shows, ideal for ages 10+!
Tummy Time! Thursdays @ 9:30AM
Babies and caregivers: join us each Thursday morning for Tummy Time! Nurture your baby’s development with gentle music, movement, and sensory play at the library! Please bring a small blanket or towel for your baby’s comfort!
Story and Craft, Thursdays @10:30AM (3+)
Join us for 30 minutes of themed stories, songs, and movement followed by a craft! For children ages 3 and up that can attend on their own. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to watch from the adjoining room. No registration required!
Bookworm Bounce! Thursdays @ 4:00PM
Join us for an afternoon story time full of music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy! Ideal for ages 0-5. No registration required!
Game Bytes! Thursdays @ 4:00PM (Ages 7+)
Bring a snack and talk shop about the latest and greatest in Video Games! New Releases, Events, Speed Running, AND PLEASE bring your own device to play! Ages 7+
Happy Feet! Alternating Fridays @10:30AM (2-4)
Let’s play some music and get those little toes moving! Join us for an introductory class into creative movement using very basic ballet moves. We will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. Laughter and giggles are definitely expected!
Silly Songs and Stories! Alternating Fridays @10:30AM (0-5)
This thirty-minute program features music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities for littles! Parents and caregivers are welcome and encouraged to participate. No registration required!
Free Play Fridays! Fridays @2:30PM
Unwind your brain after a busy week and let your creative juices flow! Relax and enjoy a variety of games, puzzles, crafts and more to kick start your weekend!
Special Events for Kids & Families
Book Bingo Challenge! September 1-30
Collect your BINGO board at the Children's Room Desk and play along all month long! Complete a row in any direction and win a special bookmark! Complete the entire board and win a prize pack!!
Weekend Wiggles! Saturday, September 3rd and September 17th @ 10:30AM
A weekend storytime for littles and their grown-ups! Let’s play some music and get those little toes moving! We will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. Laughter and giggles are definitely expected! Ideal for children ages 2-5!
Kids Take & Makes: Bookmarks!
Starting Tuesday, September 6th stop by the library to pick up your very own bookmark kit! Kits include supplies and instructions for making your very own custom bookmarks for all your reading! SUPPLIES ARE LIMITED! Bookmark Kits will be distributed on a first come first serve basis!
Baby Sensory! Saturday, September 10th @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!)
Join the Library at the Franklin Cultural Festival! Saturday, September 10th @12:00PM
Visit the library's booth at the Franklin Cultural Festival! We'll have lots of info, fall calendars, sneak peeks, and more!
Kid’s Paint Party! Saturday, September 17th @ 1:00PM
FOR KIDS AGES 5-11! REGISTRATION REQUIRED!! Join local instructor Denise Palmieri for this step-by-step paint party specifically for kids! All materials will be provided and you'll get to take home your very own owl-y masterpiece! The same painting will be taught at all 3 dates - please only register for 1 date.
Register on our website to reserve your spot.
Doggie Tales! Monday, September 19th @4:00 PM (1st grade +)
Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog! Bring your favorite book or pick out one of ours to read. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. SPOTS ARE LIMITED. Register on our website to reserve your spot.
Bollywood Dance Party! Saturday September 24th @9:30AM
Kids and grownups join us! Have fun, make some moves and learn how to Bollywood dance with Deepa Bhaskar! Bollywood Dance is an expressive and eclectic dance form. It’s a fusion of Indian classical and folk dance with various other dances styles from all around the world!
Fall StoryWalk at DelCarte Park! Saturday September 24th @10:30AM
The Franklin Recreation Department and the Franklin Public Library are teaming up again for a fall family fun along the trail! Meet us at DelCarte Park for a special story walk, followed by a fun interactive activity!
Cook Book Club Saturday September 24th 1:00PM
ALL AGES
Copy a recipe from Half Baked Harvest: Super Simple by Tieghan Gerard (e-book). Make it to share! Join us for a Saturday lunch of your creations as we share our adventures and passion for food!
Weekly / monthly Events for Teens
Dungeons and Dragons Club for Kids & Teens! Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM (7+)
Kids are invited to join us for a weekly Dungeons and Dragons Club! The library will supply dice, rule books, and blank character sheets! (Dungeon Masters must be ages 10 and up) Email mgousie@minlib.net to sign up!
Girls Who Code! Grade 3 - 12 Meeting time Tuesdays @ 4:00 PM
Fall 2022 Session Sign up here!
This club is a great introduction to coding languages and concepts while building the community and group work skills needed to excel! Whether you want to try something new, build on skills, make friends, or help someone else grow... Welcome to our club!
Animation Nation Anime Club! Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00PM (10+)
Your weekly dose of anime goodness at The Franklin Public Library! Come watch the latest releases and popular anime shows, ideal for ages 10+!
Teen Book Bites! Weekly on Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30PM
Teens! Bring along a snack and join us in the teen room each Wednesday for a casual chat about what we're all reading!
Teen Advisory Board, 2nd Wednesday of the Month @ 6:30PM
Join us each month for Teen Advisory Board! The Teen Advisory Board is a GREAT opportunity to get involved here at the library! You'll help plan events and programs, create displays and decorate the teen space, and help drive decisions around the kinds of materials we bring to the YA collection, from books and beyond, all while eating snacks and getting volunteer hours! It's a win-win-win!
Game Bytes! Thursdays @ 4:00PM (Ages 7+)
Bring a snack and talk shop about the latest and greatest in Video Games! New Releases, Events, Speed Running, AND PLEASE bring your own device to play! Ages 7+
VolunTeens! 2nd & 4th Thursday of the Month, 6:30-7:30PM (14+)
An elite volunteering program for dedicated library volunteers, this program is designed to facilitate unique volunteer opportunities for committed teens to work on special library projects. You will learn all about event planning and execution, hone your creative and crafty skills, and build your resume!
To apply and for more information please contact Bree at bcomeau@minlib.net.
Special Events for Teens
Teen Take & Makes: Apple-Scented Candles!
Starting Tuesday, September 6, stop by the library to pick up your very own apple-scented candle kit. Kits include supplies and instructions for making your very own candle! The perfect craft to bring in the new season! SUPPLIES ARE LIMITED! Apple-Scented Candle Kits will be distributed on a first come first serve basis!
Be Your Own Barista! Friday September 2nd @ 2:00PM
Bring your Friends and Adults to learn 2 ways to DIY the P.S.L.
Teen Summer Reading Wrap Up Party! Wednesday September 7th @6:30PM
Teens who participated in our summer reading program are welcome to join us for food, fun, and raffle prizes! Come see all the fun prizes we have put together, and celebrate a new season of reading and library fun!
Teen Murder Mystery Party! Wednesday September 21st @6:30PM
Welcome aboard the pirate ship Revenge, the most feared ship on the water! Captain Meed has been found dead in his quarters, and his murderer could have only been a member of the crew! Now everyone aboard is a suspect in his murder, and the mutineer must be discovered and face his judgement by Davy Jones himself.
Bollywood Dance Party! Saturday September 24th @9:30AM
Kids and grownups join us! Have fun, make some moves and learn how to Bollywood dance with Deepa Bhaskar! Bollywood Dance is an expressive and eclectic dance form. It’s a fusion of Indian classical and folk dance with various other dances styles from all around the world!
Cook Book Club Saturday September 24th 1:00PM
ALL AGES
Copy a recipe from Half Baked Harvest: Super Simple by Tieghan Gerard (e-book). Make it to share! Join us for a Saturday lunch of your creations as we share our adventures and passion for food!
Teen Poets Society! Wednesday September 28th @6:30PM
Teens! Join us for our very own version of the Dead Poets Society! Come share your favorite poems, prose, or lyrics, or just come to listen!
Events for Adults
Take and Make Craft for Adults: Inspirational Water Color
Available September 6th.
Adult Book Bingo September 1st to October 1st
Collect your BINGO board at the Circulation Desk and play along all month long! Complete a row in any direction and win a special bookmark! Complete the entire board and win a prize!!
Be Your Own Barista! Friday September 2nd 2:00PM
Bring your Friends and Teens to learn 2 ways to DIY the P.S.L.
Homeschool Librarian Thursday September 8th 1:00PM
Join us in person or remotely
Every school needs a librarian! Centered on helping our homeschool parents;
Let's explore information literacy, research skills, and find the pieces the library can help fit in your Homeschool Journey! For more information, please contact Mitzi Gousie at mgousie@minlib.net .
Join the Library at the Franklin Cultural Festival! Saturday, September 10th @12:00PM
Visit the library's booth at the Franklin Cultural Festival! We'll have lots of info, fall calendars, sneak peeks, and more!
Tech. Talk Monday September 12th 6:30PM
A monthly topic driven lecture and help session on the technology of today!
Starting off this series is Library Apps & Databases
Want a topic covered? Contact Mitzi Gousie mgousie@minlib.net
Table Top Tuesday September 13th 6:00PM
It's time to dust off your dice, grab a source book and role play your way through hijinks and horrors! Table Top is a Monthly game of Table Top Role Playing Games for Adults!
Session Zero is September 13th!
Libraries for Business Power Lunch Wednesday September 14th 1:00PM
Join us in person or remotely
Bring your lunch for a Sneak Peek at different ways the library can help you start or build your business!! Questions? Contact Mitzi Gousie mgousie@franklinma.gov.
Libraries for Business Monday September 19th 6:30 PM
Join us in person or remotely
A monthly look at different ways the library can help you start or build your business! Part Lecture. Part Reference Session. We will give a general look at the tools available and deep dive into one!
Questions? Contact Mitzi Gousie mgousie@franklinma.gov.
Board Game Group Tuesday September 20th 6:30PM
Try and new game! Introduce your favorite! Most importantly... Play games!
This a monthly group dedicated to the great board games out there and a space to find some new people to play with!
Bollywood Dance Party! Saturday September 24th @9:30AM
Kids and grownups join us! Have fun, make some moves and learn how to Bollywood dance with Deepa Bhaskar! Bollywood Dance is an expressive and eclectic dance form. It’s a fusion of Indian classical and folk dance with various other dances styles from all around the world!
Cook Book Club Saturday September 24th 1:00PM
ALL AGES
Copy a recipe from Half Baked Harvest: Super Simple by Tieghan Gerard (e-book). Make it to share! Join us for a Saturday lunch of your creations as we share our adventures and passion for food!
Adult Paint Party! September 24th 2:00PM
Join us for an afternoon paint party to celebrate the soon to be fall colors we love!
Monday Night Crafts Monday September 26th 6:00PM
Join us in person or remotely
Got this month’s Take and Make? How about we make it together! Bring your Take and Make and we’ll enjoy a little social time!
Franklin Public Library Book Club Tuesday September 27th 7:00PM
The book for discussion is Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro.
For more information, please contact Assistant Library Director Kim Shipala at kshipala@minlib.net.
Knitting Group, Fridays, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Love to knit or crochet? Join our group of local fiber artists who will be meeting in the Friends of the Franklin Library Community Room on Fridays 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
