The Library will close early at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24th and December 31st and is closed Wednesday, December 25th for Christmas. 

Franklin Public Library’s 2024 Reading Challenge!

December: A 2024 Goodreads Choice Award Nominee or Winner! 

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. For complete details and to sign-up, visit our website at https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/pages/2024-reading-challenge. Grand prizes made possible by the Friends of the Franklin Library!

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 [email protected]

ESL & Adult Literacy Program

The Franklin Public Library has started an English as a Second Language and Adult Literacy Program to serve Franklin and its surrounding communities.  Volunteers and students do not need to be Franklin residents. If interested, fill out the registration form on the library’s website.

Special Events for Kids

Holiday Crafternoon! Saturday, December 7th @ 1 p.m.

‘Tis the season! For kiddos of all ages! We’ll have an assortment of winter and holiday themed crafts for all to enjoy! No registration required.

Pocus Magic Show! Wednesday, December 11th @ 1 p.m.

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 @ 10:30 a.m.

Keep your jammies on and join us for a cozy pancake breakfast, hot cocoa, and holiday music with Jamie Barrett! 

Fairytale Fun! Saturday, December 21st @ 1 p.m.

Bundle up in your winter finest and join us for a special visit from our favorite royal sisters! There will be singing, dancing, interactive storytelling and a photo opportunity with each guest! 

Mobile Mini Golf! Monday, December 23rd @ 1-4 p.m.

Bring your friends and family and we’ll provide the rest! Join us as we transform the library into a Mini Golf course! *Children under the age of 14 MUST be accompanied by an adult.

Pumpernickel Puppets! Thursday, December 26th @ 10:30 a.m.

Toe Jam Puppet Band! Friday, December 27th @ 1 p.m.

Join the Toe Jam Puppet Band for a rockin’ concert at the Franklin Public Library!

Scott Martell Magic Show! Saturday, December 28th @ 

10:30 a.m.

Wish Upon a Star Slime! Saturday, December 28th @ 1 p.m.

Zoo Show with Records & Burpee! Monday, December 30th @ 1 p.m.

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 a.m.

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! 

Special Events for Teens

Musical BINGO: Carol Edition! Wednesday December 4th @ 5 p.m.

Part Bingo, part trivia, participants will listen to the music as it plays and fill in their bingo cards! This month’s Bingo theme: Carols!

Hack Your College App! Wednesday, December 4th 

@ 6 p.m.

Applying to college? Come by and meet with Jorge Marinez, a former College Guidance Counselor and a current Admissions Counselor to help you stand out.

Special Events for Adults

Jewelry Gifts with PT Color Market, Thursday December 5th @ 6:30 p.m.

Registration Required Make a gift for yourself or a loved one with PT Color Market!

Maker Moments: Silk Scarves, Saturday December 14th @ 1 p.m.

Registration Required! Take a moment to try a craft this holiday with Mrs. Mitzi! This craft class for adults will cover painting on silk with alcohol inks.

Friends of Franklin Library Meeting, Tuesday December 17th @ 7 p.m.

Love the Library? Then how about joining the Friends! Attend the next Friends of Franklin Library meeting! Contact the FOFL at: [email protected] | Follow the Friends on Twitter: @FriendsFranklin

Special Events for All Ages

Sondheim Showcase, Monday December 9th @ 7 p.m.

Concert: Celtic & Christmas with Jeff Snow December 7th at 

3:00 p.m.

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.

Wrapping Station opens December 16th – 23rd 

The wrapping station returns! All the usual wrapping tools are available for use at the library.

Wrap-a-Thon, Thursday December 19th @ 6 p.m.

Join us for a Thursday Night Wrap-a-thon with music and cocoa!

Wish Upon a Star Slime, Saturday December 28th @ 1 p.m.

Franklin Library Book Sale

Friday, December 13th, 1-5 p.m., Saturday, December 14th, 9 a.m. - Noon

All books are just one dollar!

Bag Sale - $5 A Bag—Saturday, December 14th, from 1-4 p.m.