Plant a Seed...Read!

Summer Reading is waiting for YOU at the Library! All ages, sign up at library or on the library website; then set your sights on reading goals and summer adventures.

Special Events for Kids & Teens

Fairytale Fun! Monday, July 6 @ 4pm

You're invited to join us, once upon a dream with your favorite sleepy princess! Includes singing, dancing, interactive storytelling and a photo opportunity!

Giant Board Game Party, Friday, July 10 @ 1 p.m.

An afternoon full of giant, life-size versions of classic games, including Hungry Hungry Hippos, Twister, Connect Four, and more!

Teen Amazing Digital Circus Interactive Viewing! Wednesday, July 15 @ 6 p.m.

Teens! Join us for a special celebration of this popular indie animation with an interactive viewing, snacks, and more!

Science Chefs: Make Slushies, Friday, July 17 @ 1 p.m.

We'll be exploring endothermic reactions as we make delicious lemonade slushies to enjoy!

Ed Popielarczyk Magic Show, Saturday, July 18 @ 10:30 a.m.

A one-of-a-kind magic show that is guaranteed to leave the whole family impressed!

Rainforest Reptiles, Monday, July 20 @ 4 p.m.

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! All ages!

Stuffed Animal Sleepover! Thursday, July 23 @ 6 p.m.

What kind of trouble can a bunch of stuffed animals cause in an empty library? Bring one of your favorite stuffed friends to the library for a cozy storytime, then leave them in our care for the evening! When you pick your friend up on Friday, see what antics they might have caused!

Make Your Own Puzzle, Friday, July 24th @ 1 p.m.

Design and decorate your very own puzzle with Ms. Kaitlyn!

Summer Snow Party! Saturday, July 25 @ 10:30 a.m.

Chill out with a summer blizzard at the library!

Mr. Vinny Shadow Puppets, Monday, July 27 @ 4 p.m.

Get ready for lots of jokes and audience participation!

Interactive Movie, Wednesday, July 29th @ 1 p.m.

Families! Join us for a special Interactive movie screening with popcorn and fun surprises!

Hunger Games Club, Wednesday, July 29 @ 6 p.m.

Teens! Join us for a monthly interactive viewing of our favorite YA dystopian film franchise! One book and film each month leading up to the release of the latest film in November!

Special Events for Adults

Stars & Waves Silk Scarf Painting, Thursday, July 9 @ 6:30 p.m., Registration Required

Using Inks and fabric resist, paint a silk scarf in patriotic stars and wavy stripes!

Diamond Art Destress, Saturday, July 11 & Thursday, July 23 @ 1:30 p.m., Registration Required

Enjoy a meditative diamond art project! Materials provided. For ages 18+.

Learn to Mahjong! Tuesday, July 14 @ 6 p.m., Registration Required

This intro to Mahjong session will introduce the suits, the rules, the card, and other basics of American Mahjong!

Ted Reinstein: Greetings from Breeds Hill, Saturday, July 25 @ 2 p.m.

Join us in welcoming author and journalist Ted Reinstein for "Greetings from Breeds Hill... and Other Stories of Fact & Folklore for the 250th"! A new talk exploring lesser-known stories behind the more famous ones from New England's Revolutionary War period.

Mahjong Meetup, Tuesday, July 28 @ 6 p.m.

Whether you have a rudimentary knowledge of Mahjong or have been playing for years, we would love to have you join us for an evening of strategy, luck and fun. For ages 18+.

Adults Make Awkward Art, Thursday, July 30 @ 6 p.m.

Make something so bad it's good! Inspired by the Museum of Bad Art in Boston!

Franklin Library Book Sale

Friday, July 17 15: 1 - 5 p.m., Saturday, July 18: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., All books $1. Bag Sale - $5 Per Bag, Saturday, July 18: 1 - 4 p.m.