Events for Kids!
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Tinker Tuesdays! Tuesdays @ 4:00PM Join us for a weekly Computer Science project! Together we'll explore foundational skills for: 3D design, electronics, and coding! Best for grade 3+ No registration required!
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Anime Club! Wednesdays @ 4:00PM Your weekly dose of anime goodness at The Franklin Public Library! Come watch the latest releases and popular shows! All shows rated TV-14 or Lower! No registration required!
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Game Bytes! Thursdays @ 4:00PM 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! No registration required!
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SPECIAL EVENTS |
Summer Reading Kick-off! Saturday, June 17th @ 10:30AM Join us for an epic morning of summer fun! Sign up for our FREE summer reading program and enjoy a musical performance by Jamie Barrett, Game Stations, Crafts, Snacks, AND MORE! No registration required!
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Flying High Dogs! Wednesday, June 21st @ 4:00PM Join us on the TOWN COMMON for extreme tail wagging fun for the whole family! Mike Piazza and his team of Border Collies are set to impress with their Frisbee tricks and more! No registration required!
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Farmer's Market Fun! Friday, June 23rd @ 2:00PM Join the Franklin Public Library on the town common for a special monthly visit at the Franklin's Farmer's Market! No registration required!
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Mr. Vinny Bubble Show! Monday, June 26th @ 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!
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Kid's Paint Party! Thursday, June 29th @ 5:00PM 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 sleepy sloth masterpiece! REGISTRATION REQUIRED!! The same painting will be taught at all 3 dates - please only register for 1 date.
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Fun with Drones! Friday, June 30th @ 1:00PM Join licensed drone pilot Brian Kourtz of Boston 25 News as he shows us the different types of drones, uses for drone footage, how to get your pilot's license, and of course, how to fly a drone! No registration required!
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Pumpernickel Puppets! Saturday, July 1st @ 1:00PM Join us for a fun show, including a cast of colorful puppet characters, live voices, and sound effects! No registration required!
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Todd Brodeur Frisbee Show! Monday, July 10th @ 1:00PM Come and experience the fun and excitement of Frisbees with 2-time World Freestyle Champion Todd Brodeur! Watch as he performs various tricks and catches, and maybe even learn a few yourself! No registration required!
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Farmer's Market Fun! Friday, July 14th @ 2:00PM Join the Franklin Public Library on the town common for a special monthly visit at the Franklin's Farmer's Market! No registration required!
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Mr. Vinny Bubble Show! Monday, July 17th @ 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!
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Buildwave Family Night! Wednesday, July 19th @ 6:00PM Want to foster your child's interest in STEM, while igniting their creative spark at the same time? Buildwave is a creative building program that feels like a video game! Over the course of the workshop families will create with over a dozen different building materials, including Lego®, PlusPlus®, and custom-made Buildwave materials. The workshop is structured like a video game, with an audiovisual setup featuring animations and music that guide you through the different building waves! No registration required!
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Rainforest Reptiles! Friday, July 21st @ 1:00PM Travel with us to the different rainforest around the world and meet the alligators, turtles, snakes and more that call these places home! Real, LIVE animal fun for all ages! No registration required!
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Comic Workshop with Maris Wicks! Monday, July 24th @ 1:00PM Do you love comics and graphic novels? Have you ever wondered how they’re made? Then this special workshop run by graphic novelist Maris Wicks is for you! Taking inspiration from her newest picture book "You and the Bowerbird”, you’ll learn how to make your own comic about birds and nature! No registration required!
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Kid's Paint Party! Wednesday, July 26th @ 1:00PM 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 sleepy sloth masterpiece! REGISTRATION REQUIRED!! The same painting will be taught at all 3 dates - please only register for 1 date.
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Comic Workshop with Maris Wicks! Thursday, July 27th @ 5:30PM Have you ever wanted to create your own comic series? The this special workshop run by graphic novelist Maris Wicks is for you! Come and learn how comics work, the different types of comics, character design and development, world-building, and more! No registration required!
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Talewise: Science Heroes! Friday, July 28th @ 1:00PM Science and stories collide in this brand new interactive STEM program!Two unlikely heroes must learn to WORK TOGETHER to stop a super polluting mastermind! Throughout the story, you’ll help the performer conduct amazing science experiments all about air pressure, the laws of motion, chemical reactions, and much more! No registration required!
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Harry Potter Celebration! Monday, July 31st @ 1:00PM Celebrate our favorite wozard's birthday at the library! Dress up as your favorite character and enjoy crafts, games and more! No registration required!
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Kid's Paint Party! Wednesday, August 2nd @ 1:00PM 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 sleepy sloth masterpiece! REGISTRATION REQUIRED!! The same painting will be taught at all 3 dates - please only register for 1 date.
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Mr. Vinny Bubble Show! Monday, August 7th @ 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!
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Farmer's Market Fun! Friday, August 11th @ 2:00PM Join the Franklin Public Library on the town common for a special monthly visit at the Franklin's Farmer's Market! No registration required!
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Rainforest Reptiles! Saturday, August 12th @ 1:00PM Travel with us to the different rainforest around the world and meet the alligators, turtles, snakes and more that call these places home! Real, LIVE animal fun for all ages! No registration required!
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Kids Ask an Organizer! Thursday, August 17th @ 2:00PM Join home organizer Danielle Nicholas of Oasis Organizing Solutions as she shares tips & organizing concepts with kids and their caregivers. Kids can enjoy activities that promote executive functioning & learn how organizing can be fun while benefiting healthy development. No registration required!
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Ed Popielarczyk Magic Show! Saturday, August 19th @ 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!
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Summer Reading Wrap-Up: Mobile Mini Golf! Friday, August 25th @ 1:00PM
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