** LIBRARY EVENTS **
Weekly/Monthly for Children
Move Along! Mondays @ 10:30AM (Ages 0-5)
This thirty-minute program features music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy! No registration required!
Cool Cruisers! Tuesdays @ 9:30AM (Crawlers & 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 this 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!
Pre-K Bootcamp! Tuesdays @ 10:30AM (Ages 3-5)
This 30-minute program for kids ages 3-5 is a perfect jumpstart for kiddos that are approaching school-age! Stories, music, movement, and engaging activities designed to prepare kids for a school environment! No registration required!
Afternoon Doodles! Tuesdays @ 4:00PM (Ages 5+)
Do you love to draw? Join us for an hour of doodling and learn how to create new drawings each week! All materials will be provided, and no registration required!
Toe-Tapping Tots! Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 4:00PM (Ages 2-5)
Let's play some music and get those toes tapping! We will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. No registration required!
Bookworm Bounce! Wednesdays @ 4:00PM (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!
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! No registration required!
Toe-Tapping Tots! Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 4:00PM (Ages 2-5)
Let's play some music and get those toes tapping! We will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. No registration required!
Barefoot Ballet! Thursdays @ 5:00PM (Ages6-8)
Registration Required! (Registration is for all 6 dates). Calling all aspiring ballerinas! Join Miss Bree for this special 6-week introductory Ballet class. Ballet shoes and attire are not required, but please wear comfortable clothes!
Happy Feet! Alternating Fridays @ 10:30AM (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!
Move Along! Alternating Fridays @ 10:30AM (Ages 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!
Weekend Wiggles! Alternating Saturdays @ 10:30AM (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!
Special Events for Kids & Families
Slime Time! Monday, July 1st @ 4:00PM
Make your very own slime at the library! All materials provided! No registration required.
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| Slime Time! Monday, July 1st @ 4:00PM |
Little Groove Band! Wednesday, July 3rd @ 10:30AM
Get ready for a groovy, fun, and interactive concert with Little Groove! In this fun and interactive 45-minute concert, children ages 0-5 and their caregivers will move and sing along with a musician from Little Groove. No registration required.
Fun with Drones! Friday, July 5th @ 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!
Crafternoon! Saturday, July 6th @ 1:00PM
Beat the heat and join us for a fun afternoon of refreshments and crafting for kiddos of all ages! We'll have an assortment of summer themed crafts to enjoy! No registration required.
Flying High Dogs! Monday, July 8th @ 4:00PM
Join us on the Library Lawn 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!
Todd Brodeur Frisbee Demo! Wednesday, July 10th @ 10:30AM
Join 2-time World Freestyle Frisbee Champion Todd Brodeur for a super fun hands on Frisbee demonstration! Learn some new moves and have fun! No registration required!
Petite Picassos! Wednesday, July 10th @ 1:00PM
Join Miss Lily and create your very own step-by-step painting of summer fruits! This paint party is a great fit for children ages 6-12! All materials will be provided. Registration is Required! The same painting will be taught on July 10th and July 24th- Please only sign up for ONE of these dates!!
Learn to Play Ukulele! Thursday, July 11th @ 10:30AM
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!
Henry the Juggler! Friday, July 12th @ 1:00PM
Join us for a show that is known to cause spontaneous outbursts of laughter! You will be left completely amazed as you watch Henry the Juggler juggle his CLUBS, RINGS, TORCHES and MORE! Caution: Henry is known to use innocent bystanders in his act! No registration required!
Toe Jam Puppet Band! Saturday, July 13th @ 10:30AM
Join the Toe Jam Puppet Band for a rockin' concert at the Franklin Public Library! This hilarious show is sure to have the whole family laughing along! No registration required!
Fairytale Fun! Saturday, July 13th @ 1:00PM
You're invited to be our guest for a special royal visit from everyone's favorite story-loving princess! There will be singing, dancing, interactive storytelling and a photo opportunity with each guest! No registration required!
Mr. Vinny Bubble Show! Monday, July 15th @ 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!
Caravan Puppet Show: Timeless Tales! Wednesday, July 17th @ 10:30AM
Join us for an awesome puppet show featuring wildly creative puppets, original, and multi-cultural productions, beautiful staging, original dance-able music, and loads of interaction! No registration required!
Animal Affair! Wednesday, July 17th @ 3:00-6:00PM
Make some new furry or feathered friends when the Animal Affair Traveling Petting Zoo visits the Franklin Public Library! Everyone is welcome to pet, brush, feed, hold, and play with the animals! Participants are taught the proper way to hold and handle the animals. Animal Affair will be bringing ducks, chickens, goats, pigs and rabbits! No registration required!
Family Yoga! Thursday, July 18th 10:30AM
Come join Katie from Sprouting Tree Yoga for a fun, interactive toddler & kids yoga class. Together we will explore yoga and mindfulness concepts through movement, songs, storybooks, games and more. This class is designed to help your child improve their balance, coordination, and flexibility while learning self-regulation skills and relaxation techniques. No previous yoga experience is necessary. Please bring a yoga mat or towel. Parents are welcome to participate as well!
Interactive Puppet Storytime! Monday, July 22nd @ 4:00PM
Join Leigh Baltzer of Through Me to You Puppetry for a special Puppet Storytime! Enjoy 30 minutes of interactive stories & songs performed by the puppets, allowing the kids to engage both their minds and bodies in a creative way! After the show, enjoy a hands-on Puppet Free Play session, where kids are invited to try out some of the hand puppets & finger puppets! No registration required!
The BenAnna Band! Wednesday, July 24th @ 10:30AM
Join us for this super-fun, high energy, interactive music concert that is sure to have the whole family up dancing! No registration required!
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| The BenAnna Band! Wednesday, July 24th @ 10:30AM |
Petite Picassos! Wednesday, July 24th @ 1:00PM
Join Miss Lily and create your very own step-by-step painting of summer fruits! This paint party is a great fit for children ages 6-12! All materials will be provided. Registration is Required! The same painting will be taught on July 10th and July 24th- Please only sign up for ONE of these dates!!
Family Yoga! Thursday, July 25th 10:30AM
Come join Katie from Sprouting Tree Yoga for a fun, interactive toddler & kids yoga class. Together we will explore yoga and mindfulness concepts through movement, songs, storybooks, games and more. This class is designed to help your child improve their balance, coordination, and flexibility while learning self-regulation skills and relaxation techniques. No previous yoga experience is necessary. Please bring a yoga mat or towel. Parents are welcome to participate as well!
Rainforest Reptiles! Friday, July 26th @ 1:00PM
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!
Scott Martell Magic Show! Saturday, July 27th @ 10:30AM
Join us as we welcome Magician Scott Martell and enjoy a family magic show featuring lots of comedy and surprises! Suggested Ages: 4-12 No registration required!
Chess Group! Saturday, July 27th @ 2:00PM
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. No registration required
Music at the Blissful Concert! Monday, July 29th @ 4:00PM
Join us for a fun, high energy music program for children and their grownups! Musician Evan Haller brings the energy to get the whole crowd up and dancing! No registration required!
Mike Bent's EcoMagic Show! Wednesday, July 31st @ 10:30AM
Gather the family and get ready for amazing magic, storytelling, music and hilarious kid-friendly comedy with a green theme! We guarantee this will be the most fun you'll ever have learning about the environment, pollution, recycling, and more! No registration required!
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| Music at the Blissful Concert! Monday, July 29th @ 4:00PM |
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