Saturday, August 26, 2023

Franklin Public Library: Special Events for Adults scheduled for Sept 2023

Author Talk: Emily Franklin “The Lioness of Boston”
September 14, 6:30 PM 
Registration Required
As our town read for 2023 you’ve enjoyed the life and times of Isabella Stewart Gardner. Join us for readings and conversation with Lioness of Boston Author Emily Franklin! As a special treat signed book plates will be available at the event for your copy of the book!

One Step to Safety Self Defense Seminar 
Thursday September 21st 6:00 PM
Registration Required
Lead by Martial Arts Master Elijah Swan. Join us in a prevention concept program that combines basic strikes, tactics, and techniques. Our focus is on verbal and physical self-defense movements, blocks, body positions, and awareness.
This program is open to teens and adults!

Wildlife Photography Workshop 
Saturday September 23rd 10:00 PM
Registration Required! Zoo admission is NOT included with this program. Discounted admission is available at the Circulation Desk!
Join Nature Photographer Steve McGrath on a Wildlife Photography Workshop where you will learn how to use your preferred digital camera like a pro and improve your wildlife photographic technique. Understand the settings of your camera and what you need to compose a professional looking photograph.

You'll have the opportunity to practice what you've learned out in the Southwick’s Zoo with Steve on hand to give you tips.  With so many great photographic opportunities and challenges at the Southwick’s Zoo, you'll have plenty of pictures and new skills to take home!

In this First Class there will be a short presentation were we will discuss tips and techniques for getting great zoo photographs that look like they were taken in the wild! Then off to the Zoo to Photograph for the day, make sure you bring the longest lens you have. There will also be opportunities to photograph at feeding times and special zoo keeper sessions were we will be able to photograph close up!
There will be a second class at the Library in October, where we will view our Images and Critique them for a show and tell! With an opportunity to show your best work!

Adult Paint Party! Saturday 
September 23rd @1:00PM
Join local instructor Denise Palmieri for this step-by-step paint party specifically for adults! All materials will be provided and you'll get to take home your very own seasonal masterpiece!  REGISTRATION REQUIRED!! All attendees must be at least 18.

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Library Hours

The Library’s hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, and Friday and Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Library will be closed Monday September 4th for Labor Day. Sunday hours of 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM will resume after Labor Day.

Find the full September schedule of events on the Library page ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library


Franklin Public Library: Special Events for Kids in September, 2023
Franklin Public Library: Special Events for Adults in September, 2023

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