Franklin Public Library News & Events for Adults during April 2024 (audio)

Events for Adults

Knitting Group 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.

Tax Preparation Help with VITA Site Open Saturdays 10 AM - 4PM
Taxes are due by April 15th! The last day the site will be open is April 13th!
The site is open! Walk-in clients are welcome!
The IRS's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free basic tax return preparation to qualified individuals. VITA sites offer free tax help to people who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns, including:

• People who generally make $64,000 or less
• Persons with disabilities; and
• Limited English-speaking taxpayers.

Table Top, Tuesday, April 2^nd & 16^th @ 6:00 PM
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 Monthly game of Tabletop Role Playing Games for Adults!
Email mgousie@minlib.net to sign up or get more info!

Friends of Franklin Library Meeting, Wednesday, April 3^rd @ 7:00 PM
Love the Library? Then how about joining the Friends! Attend the next Friends of Franklin Library meeting! Contact the FOFL at: fofl02038@gmail.com | Follow the Friends on Twitter: @FriendsFranklin

Rough Sleepers Community Discussion April 4^th @6:30pm & April 27^th @2:00pm
Join us for a discussion of Tracy Kidder's Rough Sleepers, open to the whole community!
We are having two discussion group sessions to allow everyone to participate! Please come to one or both!

"The powerful story of an inspiring doctor who made a difference, by helping to create a program to care for Boston’s homeless community—by the Pulitzer Prize–winning, New York Times bestselling author of Mountains Beyond Mountains"-New York Times

Bird Painting for Adults Saturday, April 6^th @ 1:00 PM
Grown-ups! Are you feeling creative? Join Miss Lily and create your very own step-by-step painting of a beautiful bluebird! All materials will be provided, and REGISTRATION is required!

The Weekend Watercolor Sunday, April 7^th & 21^st @ 2:00 PM
Registration Required. Registration Required.
Project Details: Butterflies and Bugs & Carousel Horses
Relax with a Sunday watercolor class for adults 18 and over.

April Fool’s Concert Saturday April 13^th @3:00pm
No Registration Required!
Fool around with Peter and Sue in a concert designed to make you laugh! Enjoy Nonsense Diddy's & Comedy Classics by artists such as Woody Guthrie, Tom Lehrer, and Allen Sherman.
Best for Adults and Teens. All ages welcome.

Chess Group, Sundays, April 14^th & 28^th @ 2:00 PM
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 is required, and there is no fee.

How to Steal a Masterpiece Thursday April 18^th @6:30pm
Hybrid program in person and over Zoom
Explore the underworld of stolen art, examining the little known stories from some of history’s greatest art heists! Art Historian Mallory Mortillaro leads us through the most significant art thefts in the last century and a half! Let’s question and discuss how the legitimate art market has managed to pique the interest of so many criminals!

Genealogy Club Thursday April 25^th @ 6:30 PM
Open to all, no registration required!
Massachusetts Land Records with Seema Kenney
Massachusetts Land Records are a FREE resource and date back to 1731! Learn how to effectively search for and print documents from MassLandRecords.com.

Tricky Trivia Thursday, April 25^th @ 6:30 PM
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! Play as a team or go solo for ultimate bragging rights!

Family Game Night, Tuesday, April 30^th @ 6:00 PM
No Registration Required.
Try a new game! Introduce your favorite! Most importantly... Play games!
This 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!

**From the Friends of the Franklin Library**
 

Be sure to thank our AWESOME Franklin Public Library team! Did you know that National Library Workers’ Day is celebrated on Tuesday, April 9, 2024? This is an opportunity to show love to those who keep our libraries running while we get lost in the wonderful books, programs, and opportunities they offer every day. Be sure to take a moment to thank your favorite librarians when you are next at our library, and especially so if you happen to be there on “their” day, April 9^th! And from the Friends to the entire Franklin Public Library staff, THANK YOU for all you do!

Board Members Needed! Friends of the Franklin Library is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting the Franklin Public Library. We have several Board Members stepping down in June and would like to invite interested community members to become Friends and to join our Board of Directors. Please join us on Wednesday, April 3^rd at 7:00pm in the Friends of the Franklin Library Community Room to learn more about becoming a Board Member. If you cannot make this meeting, please email fofl02038@gmail.com for more information.

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/april-2024-franklin-library-news-events

Listen to Mitzi and I cover all the highlights for April 2024. The recording runs about 32 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1160-franklin-public-library-april-2024-event-highlights-03-18-24

Franklin Public Library News & Events for Adults during April 2024 (audio)

Listen in as Mitzi & I talk about the March happenings at the Franklin Library (audio)

FM #1152 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1152 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Mitzi Gousie, Programming and Outreach Librarian with the Franklin Public Library. We had our discussion at the Franklin TV Studios on Wednesday, February 28, 2024.

 

We talk about 

• Reviewed the regular open hours, and month ending holiday times

• Library events for March 2024

• Kiddos, or “littles”

• Family

• Adults

The show notes include links to the Library page and to the calendar of events where registration for some of the events is required/recommended..

The recording runs about 32 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1152-franklin-public-library-march-2024-highlights-02-28-24

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Mitzi Gousie’s email -> mgousie@minlib.net 

Event highlights we covered in this conversation

https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/march-2024-franklin-library-news-events 

Franklin Public Library page ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library 

Library Calendar of Events ->  http://www.eventkeeper.com/mars/xpages/F/FRANKLIN/ekp.cfm 

Stellarium - open source sky viewing software https://stellarium.org/

Eclipse viewers -> https://eclipse.aas.org/eye-safety/viewers-filters 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. 

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/  or www.franklin.news 

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Listen in as Mitzi & I talk about the March happenings at the Franklin Library (audio)

Franklin Public Library: News & Events for Adults scheduled for March 2024

Events for Adults

Adult Take & Makes: Lucky Leprechaun Hat! Available Friday, March 1^st 
Starting Friday, March 1st stop by the library to pick up your very own Lucky Leprechaun Hat kit! Kits include supplies and instructions for making your very own St. Patrick's Day Ornament! Kits will be distributed on a first come first serve basis! SUPPLIES ARE LIMITED! *LIMIT 1 PER PERSON*

Knitting Group 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.

Introduction to Vegetable Gardening, March 2nd @ 1:00 PM
Join Ali Coakley of Night Owl Farm for a class designed for the absolute beginner, but all are welcome in this foundational course. We will show you everything you need to know to start your gardening journey. This course is designed for those who aren't sure where to start, but have the desire to grow. At the end of the class you will have a basic understanding of what plants will grow best in your space, where to get the plants you desire to grow, how to address the most common growing issues, and when to harvest your bounty. We will focus on the most common crops grown in gardens, but will be open to questions specific to you and your growing space throughout our time together. This course will be from a no-till, organic perspective, including a focus on supporting life in your soil and why that's important. Those interested in other approaches to gardening are absolutely welcome, but our focus will be on the values that we hold at the farm!

The Weekend Watercolor Sunday, March 3^rd & 17^th @ 2:00 PM
Registration Required. Register here.
Project Details: Snowy landscape painting & Patterns in Watercolor a' la Gustav Klimpt
Relax with a Sunday watercolor class for adults 18 and over.

Healthy Soil for Healthy Plants, Tuesday March 5th @ 7:00 PM
No Registration Required
Hosted by Franklin Public Library & Franklin Garden Club. Join Donald Demers of Buxton Hollow Farm to discuss Soil Health. This will include examining the role of the soil biome, how to read a soil lab report, how various minerals and amendments play in the regeneration of soil in your gardens and answering your questions about soil.

Friends of Franklin Library Meeting, Wednesday, March 6^th @ 7:00 PM
Love the Library? Then how about joining the Friends! Attend the next Friends of Franklin Library meeting! Contact the FOFL at: fofl02038@gmail.com | Follow the Friends on Twitter: @FriendsFranklin

Adult Paint Party! Saturday March 9^th @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! All attendees must be at least 18. REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

Table Top, Tuesday, March 12^th & 26^th @ 6:00 PM
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 Monthly game of Table Top Role Playing Games for Adults!
Email mgousie@minlib.net to sign up or get more info!

Tricky Trivia Thursday, March 14^th @ 6:30 PM
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! Play as a team or go solo for ultimate bragging rights!

Irish in America Concert, Saturday, March 16 @3:00 PM
No Registration Required!
A musical journey celebrating the 'Irish in America ', for all ages! Irish immigrants captured the heart of the nation with their mix of Irish jigs, ballads, folk songs, storytelling and humor. Get your green on, warm up your voices and enjoy the warmth, spirit and hilarity of the 'Irish in America'. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Franklin Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Chess Group, Sundays, March 10^th & 24^th @ 2:00 PM
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 is required, and there is no fee.

Board Game Group, Tuesday, March 19^th @ 6:00 PM
No Registration Required.
Try a new game! Introduce your favorite! Most importantly... Play games!
This 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!

Bringing the stars Indoors, Thursday March 21 @ 6:30 PM
Explore the stars in comfort without the light pollution and travel! This presentation will explore Stellarium; an open source project showing a realistic sky in 3 dimensions. We'll be distributing glasses for the solar eclipse at this event!

Tax Preparation Help with VITA Site Open Saturdays 10 AM - 4PM
The site is open for appointments! Walk-in clients may be seen, but are always welcome for appointment making and document confirmation!
The IRS's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free basic tax return preparation to qualified individuals. VITA sites offer free tax help to people who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns, including:

·        People who generally make $60,000 or less

·        Persons with disabilities; and

·        Limited English-speaking taxpayers

Genealogy Club Thursday March 28^th @ 6:30 PM
Tips for Navigating Rhode island Records with Diane MacLean Boumenot
Many Americans have roots in Rhode Island, and there are some unique sources available to trace Rhode Island's colonial families. The post-Revolutionary War period was a time of industrialization and enormous change. The immigrants to Rhode Island in the later 1800's left completely different clues. Let's review the best tips for breaking through to your ancestor's Rhode Island story.
Open to all, no registration required!

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/march-2024-franklin-library-news-events

Franklin Public Library: News & Events for Adults scheduled for March 2024

Franklin Public Library: News & Events for March 2024

**LIBRARY NEWS**

Library Hours
The Library's hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sundays 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Franklin Public Library's 2024 Reading Challenge!
March: A Book Written by More Than One Author
Welcome to the Franklin Public Library's first Annual Reading Challenge! 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! For complete details and to sign-up, visit our website! Grand prizes made possible by the Friends of the Franklin Library!

Good Deeds: History Comes Alive - Franklin Public Library
Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell, in collaboration with Quincy Access Television, embarked on a project to create videos that feature historic area landmarks, with the aim of showcasing historic buildings and places from each town in Norfolk County.  This month's featured landmark is...the Franklin Public Library!  Click HERE to watch the video.

Consumer Reports - just a click a way!
Are you thinking about buying new household appliances because the old ones are making scary noises? You may need Consumer Reports! Franklin residents have home access to all of the valuable content on the Consumer Reports Database. This library subscription offers 1,000+ ratings, reviews, expert buying advice, product comparisons, consumer user reviews, and even "price & shop" links to major retailers.  Grab your Minuteman Library card and head over to the alphabetically list of free library databases!

The Massachusetts Legal Forms Library
Official, Massachusetts Specific, Federal, Business, Personal, Real Estate and General forms covering hundreds of legal subjects and issues, all downloadable in Microsoft Word and ready to be personalized. Home access available with your Minuteman card. Find it on the list of free online library databases

Museum Passes
Now is a great time to reserve passes to the area's most popular museums, aquariums, and more! Passes are available to be reserved up to thirty days in advance.

Franklin Library Book Sale
Friday, March 15^th, 1:00-5:00 p.m.  Saturday March 16^th, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon
All books are just one dollar!
Bag Sale - $5 A Bag—Saturday, March 16^th, from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Come fill a brown bag with all the books you can!

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program
In our second year of providing free tax preparation assistance through the VITA IRS program the Franklin Public Library is looking for volunteers! While tax season started in February; planning, training, and scheduling can begin today! To sign up or to find more information please email Site Coordinator Mitzi Gousie at mgousie@minlib.net!

Franklin Library ESL & Adult Literacy Program
Volunteer tutors needed! To volunteer please be at least 18 years old, have a High School diploma, & speak English clearly.  No prior teaching experience needed!  Volunteer tutors and students do not need to be Franklin residents. If interested, please fill out the registration form on the library's website.

 

**FRIENDS OF THE FRANKLIN LIBRARY**

Valentine's Day Fudge Sale: THANK YOU for your support! A big thank you to those who ordered fudge as part of the Friends' 2024 Valentine's Day Fudge Sale. We hope you enjoyed your fudge, and we thank you for your support of the Friends!

Limited Copies of Franklin Library Association Book Available. Do you or someone you know love reading about local history? If so, we have the perfect book for you: The Franklin Library Association: Building the Future of the Nation's First Public Library 1858-2022. The book tells the story of the Franklin Library Association which managed and funded the Franklin Public Library for more than a century. Copies of this book are available now with a donation to Friends of the Franklin Library. Interested in a copy? Reach out to us at fofl02038@gmail.com.

Be A Friend! Friends of the Franklin Library is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting the Franklin Public Library's collections and programs. We welcome new ideas and new Friends as we grow our organization. Please join us on Wednesday, March 6  at 7:00pm in the Friends of the Franklin Library Community Room to Learn more about becoming a Friend!

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/march-2024-franklin-library-news-events

Franklin Public Library: News & Events scheduled for March 2024

Listen to how excited Mitzi is about the events scheduled for February 2024 at the Library (audio)

FM #1145 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1145 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Mitzi Gousie, Programming and Outreach Librarian with the Franklin Public Library. We had our discussion at the Franklin TV Studios on Thursday, January 25, 2024.

 

We talk about 

• Reviewed the regular open hours, and month ending holiday times

• Library events for February 2024

• Kiddos, or “littles”

• Teens

• Adults

The show notes include links to the Library page and to the calendar of events where registration for some of the events is required/recommended..

The recording runs about 28 minutes, so let’s listen in.

Audio link ->  https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1145-fpl-m-gousie-feb-2024-highlights-01-25-24

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Mitzi Gousie’s email -> mgousie@minlib.net 

Event highlights we covered in this conversation

https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/february-2024-franklin-library-news-events 

Franklin Public Library page ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library 

Library Calendar of Events ->  http://www.eventkeeper.com/mars/xpages/F/FRANKLIN/ekp.cfm 

Volunteer tax assistance program info -> https://www.franklinma.gov/adult-programs-services/pages/volunteer-income-tax-assistance 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. 

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/  or www.franklin.news 

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Listen to how excited Mitzi is about the events scheduled for February 2024 at the Library (audio)