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. The Library will close at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, December 24th and will be closed Wednesday, December 25th for Christmas. The library will close at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, December 31st for New Year's Eve.
Franklin Public Library's 2024 Reading Challenge!
December: A 2024 Goodreads Choice Award Nominee or Winner!
For complete details and to sign-up, visit our website! Grand prizes made possible by the Friends of the Franklin Library!
MyHeritage Library Edition - a must for genealogy research!
What's in the MyHeritage Library Edition?
- More than 20 billion historical records from all over the world
- The USA federal census (1790-1940) and the UK census (1841-1901) with images
- More than 2.4 billion exclusive family tree profiles from MyHeritage and Geni
- 816 million US public records
- Hundreds of millions of Nordic records
- More than a hundred million tombstone photos
- More than 1146 million historical photographs
- Military records, immigration records and passenger lists
- Citizenship & naturalization records
- Directories, guides, references, biographies and yearbooks
- Government, land and court records
- Wills and probate records
- Exclusive databases such as the Jewish Chronicle historical newspaper
- Additional content under license including Tributes obituaries, WikiTree, Billion Graves, Canadian Headstones and many others
Home Access is available! Find it here: alphabetical list of free 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, December 13th, 1:00-5:00pm; Saturday, December 14th, 9:00am to 12:00 Noon
All books are just one dollar!
Bag Sale
Saturday, December 14th, 1:00-4:00pm - $5 Per Bag
Come fill a brown bag with all the books you can!
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.
Franklin Public Library VITA: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
Volunteers are always needed for the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs… better known as VITA and TCE.
Many volunteer roles are available. You can help as a greeter, an interpreter, and many other roles, but most of all, we need tax preparers. Training for certification is provided! Learn more at https://www.irs.gov/individuals/irs-tax-volunteers or email site coordinator Mitzi Gousie at mgousie@minlib.net
JUNTO, a Non-Fiction Book Club, Starts in January!
The JUNTO (from the Spanish junta or assembly) was a club for mutual improvement established in 1727 by Benjamin Franklin. Franklin Public Library's JUNTO Book Club is a place to discuss a book of the month and share our insights from the book and beyond! The first meeting is Thursday January 9th at 6:30PM. The January Book is Think Again by Adam Grant! Get a physical or digital copy through the Library Catalog!
**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!
Dungeons and Dragons Club for Kids & Teens! Mondays, 4:00-6:00 PM (Ages 7+)
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) Email mgousie@minlib.net for registration and more information.
Cool Cruisers! Tuesdays @ 9:30 AM
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 Pals! Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 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.
Toe-Tapping Tots! Tuesdays @ 4:00PM (Ages 2-5)
Let's play some music and get those toes tapping! Join us for a 30-minute energetic, interactive, and creative movement based storytime. 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.
Story Tots! Wednesdays @ 10:30AM (Ages 18 mos. – 3yrs)
Enjoy thirty minutes of interactive stories, songs, and fun! No registration required.
Bookworm Bounce! Wednesdays @ 4:00PM
Join us for an afternoon story time full of music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy! Ideal for ages 0-5. 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.
Pre-K Pals! Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 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.
Ballet Buddies! Thursdays @ 4:00PM (Ages 3-5)
Put on your dancing shoes and join Miss Bree for a special dance program for the littlest dancer! This 30-minute class, with a focus on ballet basics, will help kids develop coordination, rhythm and flexibility in a fun and engaging way! Ballet shoes and attire are not required, but please wear comfortable clothes! No registration required.
Artsy Afternoons Thursdays @ 4:00 PM (Ages 5-11)
Registration required per event. Register on the Calendar of Events.
Join local instructor Sharon Carloni for this step-by-step craft specifically for kids! All materials will be provided as we study art history through the creation of unique and beautiful artwork!
This month's projects are:
- Dec. 5: Printmaking Mandala design
- Dec. 12: Snow globe
- Dec. 19: Winter landscape "Collage"
Barefoot Ballet! Thursdays @ 5:00PM (Ages 6-8)
Registration Required (Registration is for all 6 dates)
Calling all aspiring ballet dancers! Join Miss Bree for this special 6-week introductory Ballet class. Ballet shoes and attire are not required, but please wear comfortable clothes! Dates for this session are: November 7, 14, 21 and December 5, 12, 19.
Happy Feet! Alternating Fridays @ 10:30AM (Ages 0-5)
Let's play some music and dance! Join us for a 30-minute energetic, interactive, and creative movement based storytime. Laughter and giggles are definitely expected! 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! Laughter and giggles are definitely expected during this energetic, interactive and creative movement based class! No registration required.
Special Events for Kids & Families
Miss Bree's Bookopoly! Starting Friday, November 1st
Join the fun for a super awesome interactive game to finish out the year! Roll the dice, move your piece on our giant board, and have fun with a variety of reading and creative challenges, and chances to win prizes galore! Deadline to "buy" prizes is Saturday, January 11th
Petite Picassos! Monday, December 2nd @ 4:00PM
Registration Required
Join Miss Lily and create your very own step-by-step painting of a festive gingerbread cookie! This paint party is a great fit for children ages 6-12! All materials will be provided.
Doggie Tales! Monday, December 2nd @ 4:00PM
For Kids in Grade 1+. Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog! Bring your favorite book or pick out one of ours to read. SPOTS ARE LIMITED. Email Bree at bcomeau@minlib.net to register. Please register for only one time slot per month (siblings should share a time slot)!
Holiday Crafternoon! Saturday, December 7th @ 1:00PM
'Tis the season! Join us for a fun afternoon of crafting for kiddos of all ages! We'll have an assortment of winter and holiday themed crafts for all to enjoy! No registration required.
Concert: Celtic & Christmas with Jeff Snow, Saturday December 7th at 3:00 PM
Join us in welcoming Jeff Snow as he combines the music, stories and history from Scotland, Ireland and England into a concert on the 'softer side of Celtic' to warm the heart.
Mike Bent's Ho-Ho-Hocus Pocus Magic Show! Wednesday, December 11th @ 1:00PM
Join us for a winter wonderland of amazing magic, hilarious comedy, music, puppets, and snowy surprises! Children (and adults) of all ages will love this holiday-themed magic show! No registration required.
Pancakes & Pajamas! Saturday, December 14th @ 10:30AM
Keep your jammies on and join us for a cozy pancake breakfast, hot cocoa, and holiday music with Jamie Barrett! What better way to celebrate the warmth of the season than in the coziest way we can think of!
Doggie Tales! Monday, December 16th @ 4:00PM
For Kids in Grade 1+. Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog! Bring your favorite book or pick out one of ours to read. SPOTS ARE LIMITED. Email Bree at bcomeau@minlib.net to register. Please register for only one time slot per month (siblings should share a time slot)!
Fairytale Fun! Saturday, December 21st @ 1:00PM
Bundle up in your winter finest and join us for a special visit from our favorite royal sisters! After all, the cold has never bothered us! There will be singing, dancing, interactive storytelling and a photo opportunity with each guest! No registration required.
Mobile Mini Golf! Monday, December 23rd @ 1:00-4:00PM
Bring your friends and family and we'll provide the rest! Join us as we transform the library into a Mini Golf course that's fun for all ages*!!
*Children under the age of 14 MUST be accompanied by an adult.
Pumpernickel Puppets! Thursday, December 26th @ 10:30AM
Join us for a fun show, including a cast of colorful puppet characters, live voices and sound effects!
Toe Jam Puppet Band! Friday, December 27th @ 1:00PM
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!
Scott Martell Magic Show! Saturday, December 28th @ 10:30AM
Join us as we welcome Magician Scott Martell and enjoy a family magic show featuring lots of comedy and surprises!
Wish Upon a Star Slime! Saturday, December 28th @ 1:00PM
Wrap a little glimmer of star glitter in slime as we wish for a shiny new year!
Zoo Show with Records & Burpee! Monday, December 30th @ 1:00PM
Join us for a Wild and Educational program featuring live exotic animals! Best for ages 5 and up.
Noon Year's Eve Party! Tuesday, December 21st @ 11:00AM
Let's sendoff 2024 in style! Join us for an end of the year bash as we ring in 2025 early! We'll have music, snacks, games, and a super new year's celebration! See you there!
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