**LIBRARY NEWS**
Library Hours
The library’s hours are Monday through Thursday, 9am to 8pm, Friday and Saturday, 9am to 5pm. The library is closed on Sundays. The library will be closed on Friday, July 4th in recognition of Independence Day.
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Special Events for Kids & Families
Tiny Art Show, June 13 - July 18
We're hosting a Tiny Art Show and we want you to be in it! Artists of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to create their own mini masterpiece on a 4 x 4 inch canvas provided by the library. Canvases can be picked up at the circulation desk anytime June 13 - July 18. No registration required.
Scott Martel Magic Show, Wednesday, July 2 @ 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.
Rainforest Reptiles, Monday, July 7 @ 4pm
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.
R.I. Pirate Guy, Tuesday, July 8 @ 1pm & 3pm
Registration Required – 1pm
Registration Required – 3pm
Join the R.I. Pirate Guy for a rollicking adventure to recover his wrongfully gained treasure while learning pirate skills along the way!
Fairytale Fun, Wednesday, July 9 @ 10:30am
Join us for a special Royal Ball fit for a princess (and her Fairy Godmother)! Be sure to come dressed in your best. There will be singing, dancing, interactive storytelling and a photo opportunity with each special guest. No registration required.
Library Lawn Games, Friday, July 11 & July 25 @ 2pm
Before the Common starts rocking, roll over to the library for a round of classic board games made GIANT! We'll be chilling on the library lawn with mega-sized games to enjoy. (Fear not, if the weather is too wet or hot we'll play inside in the library Meeting Room.) No registration required.
Dog Man Party, Saturday, July 12 @1pm
Supa Fun! Join us for an epic afternoon celebrating everyone's favorite canine crimefighter! Enjoy games, crafts, snacks, and more. No registration required.
Mr. Vinny Bubble Show, Monday, July 14 @ 4pm
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.
Petite Picassos, Monday, July 14 @ 4pm
Registration Required
Join Miss Lily and create your very own step-by-step painting of a sea turtle! This paint party is a great fit for children ages 6 through 12. All materials will be provided.
Mike Bent Magic Show, Wednesday, July 16 @ 10:30am
Join us for an exciting and fun comedy magic show developed especially for kids and families! AbraKidabra!™ combines amazing magic, big laughs, audience participation and hilarious surprises for a one-of-a-kind, interactive experience that will leave the whole family impressed. No registration required.
Science Chefs: Slushies, Thursday, July 17 @ 4pm
1 part food, 1 part science, and unlimited fun! We'll be exploring questions like how cold is frozen and can a liquid be freezing cold without actually freezing?? No registration required.
Animal Affair, Friday, July 18 @ 1pm
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.
Legendary Foam Party, Saturday, July 19 @ 10:30am
We're bubbling with excitement! Join us for some tunes and sudsy fun with Legendary Foam. (Don't forget your towel!) No registration required.
Music at the Blissful, Monday, July 21 @ 4pm
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.
Ants on a Log Band, Wednesday, July 23 @ 10:30am
Ants on a Log plays music for children and the childlike at heart. Their award-winning music centers positivity, social justice, and silliness. Full of humor and harmony, Ants concerts are energetic, interactive, and a delight for children and adults. No registration required.
Puzzle Mania, Thursday, July 24 @ 5pm
Registration Required
Join us for a family-fun puzzle challenge! Bring your family or group of friends and work as a team to see how quickly you can complete a 500-piece puzzle! (Please submit only 1 registration per team/family).
Parody Playhouse, Monday, July 28 @ 4pm
Join us for a special kid-friendly spin on your favorite musical hits! Parody Playhouse features child-appropriate parodies of popular songs by a range of artists, with themes like learning shapes, colors, emotions, parts of the body, animals, and even social-emotional learning. It's sure to be a blast! No registration required.
Wild Kat Hoops, Wednesday, July 30 @ 10:30am
We're thrilled to invite you to the most awesome kids' hula hoop event of the year! It's time to put on your dancing shoes and grab those dazzling hoops for an unforgettable workshop of hula hoop magic! No registration required.
The BenAnna Band, Thursday, July 31 @ 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.
Weekly / Monthly Events for Teens
Into the Dungeon, Mondays @ 2 - 4pm
Registration Required
Roll for initiative as we bring to life stories from your favorite series! Into the Dungeon is a single event adventure using the Fate tabletop role-playing system to insert yourself into a story set in worlds we know and love. Each week will play out challenges with player choices and chance writing the story!! This is great for regular players to try a new system, and for people to try out games like D&D. Sign up and see what adventure awaits! Each adventure will play out twice, please only register for one of the dates.
Summer Skill Up, Tuesdays @ 4pm
All ages are welcome to level up their knowledge by trying a new skill! Every week we will be providing a new small project to practice, learn, and grow! All Supplies are provided. No registration required.
Game Bytes Overdrive, Wednesdays @ 3:30 - 5:30pm
Game Bytes is Leveling Up for a summer of FUN! Bring a snack and join us for two hours of casual co-op and solo play. Bring your own device or play on the big screen! No registration required.
Summer Concert Series, Wednesdays @ 6pm
Join us Wednesday evenings on the library patio all summer long for live music for all ages!
July 2: Jamie Barrett
July 9: Kat Chapman
July 16: DJ Sam & Andy
July 23: Jeff Roy
July 30: The Oh Mys Band
Teen Advisory Board, 2nd Wednesday of the Month @ 6:30pm
Join us each month for Teen Advisory Board. The Teen Advisory Board is a GREAT opportunity to get involved here at the library! You'll help plan events and programs, create displays and decorate the teen space, and help drive decisions around the kinds of materials we bring to the YA collection, all while eating snacks and getting volunteer hours. It's a win-win-win! No registration required.
Service Squad, Thursdays @ 1pm
Teens looking for community service are invited to join the Youth Services Department to help strategize and prepare crafts and activities for storytimes and events! This is an ideal opportunity for creative, organized, crafty teens who love to take initiative. No registration required.
