Franklin Public Library Calendar

We're celebrating National Penguin Day! Can you find all the penguins hiding throughout the library?!

Heart Air Balloon! Stop by the library to pick up your very own Heart Air Balloon Kit! Kits include supplies and instructions for making your very own Valentine's Day Card! The perfect craft to share with someone special! SUPPLIES ARE LIMITED! Heart Air Balloon Kits will be distributed on a first come first serve basis!

I Heart U Blocks! Stop by the library to pick up your very own I Heart U kit! Kits include supplies and instructions for making your very own Valentine's Day decor! Kits will be distributed on a first come first serve basis! SUPPLIES ARE LIMITED! *To keep things equitable teens must be present when picking up this craft.

Welcome to the Franklin Public Library's first Annual Reading Challenge!

February - A book with "and" in the title!

For each monthly prompt that you complete and submit on time you will receive a Free Book Coupon that's good at the library's Book Sale. Submissions MUST be submitted by the last day of each month in order to qualify for that month's Free Book Coupon. If you complete all 12 months (again, submissions must be received on time to qualify) you will be entered in to win one of multiple grand prizes! Grand prizes made possible by the Friends of the Franklin Library!

For complete details and to sign-up, visit our website HERE!

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! No registration required!

Ideal for ages 3-5.

This thirty minute program is a perfect jump start for kids that are approaching school-age! Join us for stories, music, movement, and engaging activities designed to prepare kids for a school environment! No registration required!

GREAT FOR KIDS AGES 5-11!

Join local instructor Sharon Carloni for this step-by-step craft specifically for kids! All materials will be provided and you'll get to take home your very own masterpiece!

Ideal for children ages 2-5.

Let’s play some music and get those toes tapping! Join us for a 30-minute creative movement class using basic ballet moves and props. From tip toeing, twirling and skipping to jumping and tapping, we will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. No registration required!

No registration required!

Bring a snack and let's play! Bring your own devices or try a retro game while we talk shop about the latest and greatest in Video Games! New Releases, Events, Streamers, Speed Running and more!!

We're celebrating National Penguin Day! Can you find all the penguins hiding throughout the library?!

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.

Alternating Fridays @ 10:30am - Ideal for ages 0-5.

Let’s play some music and get those feet moving! Join us for 30-minutes of creative movement and dancing fun! No registration required!

Families! Spend an imaginative afternoon at the library! Bring along a small toy vehicle (or borrow one of ours) and cruise along our "roads" made of tape all through our program room, and enjoy a series of interactive pretend play stations all through the town! No registration required!

We're celebrating National Penguin Day! Can you find all the penguins hiding throughout the library?!

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!

Tax Preparation Help with VITA Saturdays 10 AM - 4PM

This VITA site is by appointment only. Come to the site anytime we are open to make your appointment! While making your appointment we will verify your paperwork and if our site is the best fit for your needs.

The Weekend Watercolor Sunday, February 4^th & 18^st @ 2:00 PM

Registration Required. Register here.

Join us all month long for a fun alphabet scavenger hunt throughout the library! Each week the letters will move so you have 4 chances to play!

Hint: Pay attention to the colors of the letters, there's a pattern to how they're hidden!

Ideal for ages 0-5.

This thirty minute program features music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy! Parents and caregivers are welcome and encouraged to participate. No registration required!

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 12 and up)

For readers in Grade 1 and up

Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog! Bring your favorite book or read one of ours! The therapy dogs and their handlers are trained for one-on-one sessions. Registration Required. Please only register for 1 time slot per month.

Ideal for crawlers and early walkers.

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! No registration required!

Ideal for ages 3-5.

This thirty minute program is a perfect jump start for kids that are approaching school-age! Join us for stories, music, movement, and engaging activities designed to prepare kids for a school environment! No registration required!

C0de C1ub, Tuesdays 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Grade 3-8)

Welcome to Code Club!

Ideal for children ages 2-5.

Let’s play some music and get those toes tapping! Join us for a 30-minute creative movement class using basic ballet moves and props. From tip toeing, twirling and skipping to jumping and tapping, we will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. No registration required!

Ideal for ages 18mo to 3 years.

Enjoy thirty minutes of interactive stories, songs, and fun! No registration required!

Ideal for ages 0-5.

Join us for an afternoon story time full of music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy! No registration required!

Come join Katie from Sprouting Tree Yoga for a fun, interactive toddler & kids yoga class! No previous yoga experience is necessary. Please bring a yoga mat or towel! No Registration Required!

First Wednesday of Every Month

Love the Library? Then how about we be friends! Join us at the Friends of Franklin Library meeting!

Contact us at: fofl02038@gmail.com        Follow us on Twitter: @FriendsFranklin

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! No registration required!

Ideal for ages 3-5.

This thirty minute program is a perfect jump start for kids that are approaching school-age! Join us for stories, music, movement, and engaging activities designed to prepare kids for a school environment! No registration required!

GREAT FOR KIDS AGES 5-11!

Join local instructor Sharon Carloni for this step-by-step craft specifically for kids! All materials will be provided and you'll get to take home your very own masterpiece!

Ideal for children ages 2-5.

Let’s play some music and get those toes tapping! Join us for a 30-minute creative movement class using basic ballet moves and props. From tip toeing, twirling and skipping to jumping and tapping, we will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. No registration required!

No registration required!

Bring a snack and let's play! Bring your own devices or try a retro game while we talk shop about the latest and greatest in Video Games! New Releases, Events, Streamers, Speed Running and more!!

Ages 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 please contact Bree at bcomeau@minlib.net

Chocolate 101 Talk & Tasting, Thursday February 8^th 6:00 PM

Registration required for chocolate!

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.

Alternating Fridays @ 10:30am - Ideal for ages 0-5.

This thirty minute program features music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy! Parents and caregivers are welcome and encouraged to participate. No registration required!

Tax Preparation Help with VITA Saturdays 10 AM - 4PM

This VITA site is by appointment only. Come to the site anytime we are open to make your appointment! While making your appointment we will verify your paperwork and if our site is the best fit for your needs.

Alternating Saturdays @ 10:30am - Ideal for ages 0-5.

A weekend storytime for littles and their grown-ups! Let’s play some music and dance! We will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. Laughter and giggles are definitely expected! No registration required!

For kids ages 5-11!

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 penguin masterpiece! REGISTRATION REQUIRED!! The same painting will be taught in December, January, and February - please only register for 1 date.

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.

Join us all month long for a fun alphabet scavenger hunt throughout the library! Each week the letters will move so you have 4 chances to play!

Hint: Pay attention to the colors of the letters, there's a pattern to how they're hidden!

Ideal for ages 0-5.

This thirty minute program features music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy! Parents and caregivers are welcome and encouraged to participate. No registration required!

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 12 and up)

Ideal for crawlers and early walkers.

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! No registration required!

Ideal for ages 3-5.

This thirty minute program is a perfect jump start for kids that are approaching school-age! Join us for stories, music, movement, and engaging activities designed to prepare kids for a school environment! No registration required!

C0de C1ub, Tuesdays 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Grade 3-8)

Welcome to Code Club!

Ideal for children ages 2-5.

Let’s play some music and get those toes tapping! Join us for a 30-minute creative movement class using basic ballet moves and props. From tip toeing, twirling and skipping to jumping and tapping, we will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. No registration required!

Registration Requested! No experience necessary!

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!

Ideal for ages 18mo to 3 years.

Enjoy thirty minutes of interactive stories, songs, and fun! No registration required!

Ideal for ages 0-5.

Join us for an afternoon story time full of music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy! No registration required!

For teens ages 12+! Teens! Join us for a blindfolded taste test of a variety of snacks and candy to see if the flavors match up with the colors! Brought to you by the Teen Advisory Board! Snacks Provided by the Friends of the Franklin Library! No Registration Required!

For Teens Ages 12+

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! No registration required!

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! No registration required!

Ideal for ages 3-5.

This thirty minute program is a perfect jump start for kids that are approaching school-age! Join us for stories, music, movement, and engaging activities designed to prepare kids for a school environment! No registration required!

GREAT FOR KIDS AGES 5-11!

Join local instructor Sharon Carloni for this step-by-step craft specifically for kids! All materials will be provided and you'll get to take home your very own masterpiece!

Ideal for children ages 2-5.

Let’s play some music and get those toes tapping! Join us for a 30-minute creative movement class using basic ballet moves and props. From tip toeing, twirling and skipping to jumping and tapping, we will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. No registration required!

No registration required!

Bring a snack and let's play! Bring your own devices or try a retro game while we talk shop about the latest and greatest in Video Games! New Releases, Events, Streamers, Speed Running and more!!

No Registration Required!

Are you ready to prove your trivia knowledge is more than trivial? Do you have the facts to fight for the title of Franklin’s Trivia Master? Join us for snacks and a Family Trivia Challenge at the Library!

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.

Alternating Fridays @ 10:30am - Ideal for ages 0-5.

Let’s play some music and get those feet moving! Join us for 30-minutes of creative movement and dancing fun! No registration required!

Third Friday of the Month, 1:00-5:00 p.m. 

Third Saturday of the Month, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon.
All books are just one dollar!

Bag Sale - $5 A Bag—Third Saturday of the Month, from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Come fill a brown bag with all the books you can!

Third Friday of the Month, 1:00-5:00 p.m. 

Third Saturday of the Month, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon.
All books are just one dollar!

Bag Sale - $5 A Bag—Third Saturday of the Month, from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Come fill a brown bag with all the books you can!

Tax Preparation Help with VITA Saturdays 10 AM - 4PM

This VITA site is by appointment only. Come to the site anytime we are open to make your appointment! While making your appointment we will verify your paperwork and if our site is the best fit for your needs.

Families! Let’s bring a little summer warmth to this cold month! Join us as we turn our big program room into an indoor summer oasis! Grab a cold drink and hit the play sand, enjoy beach balls, sand castles, snacks, and groovy tunes! No registration required!

Third Friday of the Month, 1:00-5:00 p.m. 

Third Saturday of the Month, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon.
All books are just one dollar!

Bag Sale - $5 A Bag—Third Saturday of the Month, from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Come fill a brown bag with all the books you can!

Ideal for kids ages 7+

Join us for a special science workshop, brought to you by volunteers from the Franklin High School Science department! No Registration Required!

The Weekend Watercolor Sunday, February 4^th & 18^st @ 2:00 PM

Registration Required. Register here.

Join us all month long for a fun alphabet scavenger hunt throughout the library! Each week the letters will move so you have 4 chances to play!

Hint: Pay attention to the colors of the letters, there's a pattern to how they're hidden!

Ideal for crawlers and early walkers.

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! No registration required!

Join us for Jenny the Juggler's fabulous interactive variety show which includes magic, music, comedy, a BUBBLE EXTRAVAGANZA and of course, juggling! No registration required!

For Kids in Grades 3-5!

Join local artist Paulina Teng for a special workshop celebrating what makes us unique! We will be journaling some personal affirmations, creating a positive affirmation board, and we will make a leather bracelet together to remind us about the importance of self love and care! REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

C0de C1ub, Tuesdays 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Grade 3-8)

Welcome to Code Club!

Ideal for children ages 2-5.

Let’s play some music and get those toes tapping! Join us for a 30-minute creative movement class using basic ballet moves and props. From tip toeing, twirling and skipping to jumping and tapping, we will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. No registration required!

Try a new game! Introduce your favorite! Most importantly... Play games!

This is a monthly group dedicated to the great board games out there and a space to find some new people to play with!

Join us for a fun show, including a cast of colorful puppet characters, live voices and sound effects! No registration required!

Ideal for ages 0-5.

Join us for an afternoon story time full of music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy! No registration required!

For teens ages 12+! Captain Meed has been found dead in his quarters! Now everyone aboard is a suspect in his murder, and the mutineer must be discovered and face his judgement by Davy Jones himself. Email ckeating@minlib.net to get involved!

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! No registration required!

Mr. Vinny from the Toe Jam Puppet Band presents a dynamic and hilarious family show! Mr. Vinny specializes in storytelling with unique puppets! Get ready for lots of jokes and audience participation, and a few fun surprises! No registration required!

GREAT FOR KIDS AGES 5-11!

Join local instructor Sharon Carloni for this step-by-step craft specifically for kids! All materials will be provided and you'll get to take home your very own masterpiece!

Ideal for children ages 2-5.

Let’s play some music and get those toes tapping! Join us for a 30-minute creative movement class using basic ballet moves and props. From tip toeing, twirling and skipping to jumping and tapping, we will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. No registration required!

No registration required!

Bring a snack and let's play! Bring your own devices or try a retro game while we talk shop about the latest and greatest in Video Games! New Releases, Events, Streamers, Speed Running and more!!

Ages 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 please contact Bree at bcomeau@minlib.net

Solar Science Family Craft Thursday, Feb 22 @ 6:30 PM

No Registration Required (Best for School Aged Children)

April 8th is a near total eclipse of the sun! Grab a pair of eclipse glasses, and learn a little solar science with crafts!

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.

Alternating Fridays @ 10:30am - Ideal for ages 0-5.

This thirty minute program features music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy! Parents and caregivers are welcome and encouraged to participate. No registration required!

Families! Join us for a “Drive-In” movie (indoors of course!) in our program room! First we’ll decorate our “cars” (aka boxes we’ve been saving up for the event) then we’ll relax and enjoy a movie and some popcorn in our spiffy new rides! You’re welcome to bring your own box to decorate, or use one of ours! No registration required!

Tinkercad Workshop Friday, February 23rd @ 1Pm-4pm

Register Here

Learn 3D design basics with Tinkercad. For Grade 5+

Tax Preparation Help with VITA Saturdays 10 AM - 4PM

This VITA site is by appointment only. Come to the site anytime we are open to make your appointment! While making your appointment we will verify your paperwork and if our site is the best fit for your needs.

Gather your whole familia and join us and special guest, The Miracle Keeper, for an energetic and exciting morning fiesta! There will be singing, dancing, interactive storytelling and a photo opportunity with each guest! No registration required!

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.

Join us all month long for a fun alphabet scavenger hunt throughout the library! Each week the letters will move so you have 4 chances to play!

Hint: Pay attention to the colors of the letters, there's a pattern to how they're hidden!

Ideal for ages 0-5.

This thirty minute program features music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy! Parents and caregivers are welcome and encouraged to participate. No registration required!

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 12 and up)

Ideal for crawlers and early walkers.

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! No registration required!

Ideal for ages 3-5.

This thirty minute program is a perfect jump start for kids that are approaching school-age! Join us for stories, music, movement, and engaging activities designed to prepare kids for a school environment! No registration required!

C0de C1ub, Tuesdays 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Grade 3-8)

Welcome to Code Club!

Ideal for children ages 2-5.

Let’s play some music and get those toes tapping! Join us for a 30-minute creative movement class using basic ballet moves and props. From tip toeing, twirling and skipping to jumping and tapping, we will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. No registration required!

Registration Requested! No experience necessary!

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!

Ideal for ages 18mo to 3 years.

Enjoy thirty minutes of interactive stories, songs, and fun! No registration required!

Welcome to Magicarium, the international school for young aspiring wizards! You have found yourself locked in Professor Wumblemore’s forbidden workshop! Can you solve the puzzles and escape before he returns?! Ideal for kids Ages 5-8 - Game play last approx. 45-60 minutes - Drop-in play anytime between 1:00-3:00pm - For groups of 2-5 people -  No registration required!

Ideal for ages 0-5.

Join us for an afternoon story time full of music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy! No registration required!

Join us at the library for a fun event for the whole family! Find your next favorite book or series! Grab your family and browse tables of carefully selected books, designed to show you new authors and genres! We'll have something for every child's age, and hopefully everyone's interest! No Registration Required!

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! No registration required!

Ideal for ages 3-5.

This thirty minute program is a perfect jump start for kids that are approaching school-age! Join us for stories, music, movement, and engaging activities designed to prepare kids for a school environment! No registration required!

GREAT FOR KIDS AGES 5-11!

Join local instructor Sharon Carloni for this step-by-step craft specifically for kids! All materials will be provided and you'll get to take home your very own masterpiece!

No registration required!

Bring a snack and let's play! Bring your own devices or try a retro game while we talk shop about the latest and greatest in Video Games! New Releases, Events, Streamers, Speed Running and more!!

Ideal for children ages 2-5.

Let’s play some music and get those toes tapping! Join us for a 30-minute creative movement class using basic ballet moves and props. From tip toeing, twirling and skipping to jumping and tapping, we will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. No registration required!

Genealogy Club Thursday February 29 @ 6:30 PM
To the Map Case! Discovering Your Ancestor’s World Using Local Maps