Franklin Public Library Calendar

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

June - A book with a color 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 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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

Code Club! Tuesdays @ 4:00 PM (3rd-8th Grade)

Registration Required. 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 bi monthly game of Tabletop Role Playing Games for Adults!

Ideal for ages 18mo to 3 years.

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

Come join us for a free and fun filled evening at the Franklin Public Library for Franklin Health Departments first annual Spring Health Fair!

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!

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!

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!!

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!

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!

Bring your favorite grown-ups for a special donut social featuring live music with Jamie Barrett! No registration required!

Join the library for a special celebration! Enjoy ice cream, crafts and stories as we learn about Shavuot! Presented in partnership with Temple Etz Chaim! No registration required!

Enjoy an interactive matinee of the beloved classic movie, The Princess Bride! Popcorn and props are provided!

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!

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!

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!

Code Club! Tuesdays @ 4:00 PM (3rd-8th Grade)

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! All ages welcome!

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+

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!

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!!

Registration Required. 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 bi monthly game of Tabletop Role Playing Games for Adults!

No Registration Required!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

Join us in welcoming Rodney Mashia performing a concert of jazz, gospel, soul, folk, and pop celebrating great African American musicians.

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!

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 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!

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 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!

Hybrid Program. You can register for Zoom on the Calendar of Events!

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!

Join us for an epic morning of summer fun! Sign up for our FREE summer reading program and enjoy: Mobile Mini-Golf, Children’s Museum of Franklin Pop-Up Exhibits, Game Stations, Crafts, Balloons, Temporary Tattoos, AND MORE! No registration required!

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!

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!

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!

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!

Travel with us to the different rainforests 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!

Welcome to Code Club! For grades 3 - 8

This is an after school hour of code focusing on exploration of computer programming through play. This is not a classroom. This is a playground where Coders have access to: optional tutorials & walk throughs, monthly challenges, and mentoring in their coding journey.

All levels of skill are welcome and personal projects are encouraged! This can be a great way to dip your toes in the pool of Computer Programming and see what learning to code can do for you!

Sign up here to let us know you are coming and if you need any technology from the library!

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!

Teens (ages 12+)! Bring along a snack and join us in the teen room each Wednesday for a casual chat about what we're all reading! No registration required!

It's Pride Month, it's summer, and we're ready to celebrate! Join us for a special edition of musical bingo featuring LGBTQIA+ musical icons! 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!

Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing. No experience necessary! Ukuleles provided. No registration required!

Teens (ages 12+)! Join us each Thursday afternoon at 1:00PM all summer long for a casual lunchtime collage- session! Materials will be provided (though you can always bring your own magazines!) Feel free to bring your own lunch/snack and your creativity! No registration required!

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 Required. 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 bi monthly game of Tabletop Role Playing Games for Adults!

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.

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!

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