December 2024

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Monday, December 24:00—5:30 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Petite Picassos

Join Miss Lily and create your very own step-by-step painting of a festive gingerbread man! This paint party is a great fit for children ages 6-12! All materials will be provided. Registration is Required!

Monday, December 24:00—5:00 PMHorace Mann Reading RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Doggie Tails

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! We have 6 slots of 10 minutes each. Please only register for 1 time slot per month (siblings should share a time slot)! To register, email Miss Bree at bcomeau@minlib.net.
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Tuesday, December 36:00—8:00 PMHorace Mann Reading RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Table Top: D&D for Adults

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!
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Wednesday, December 44:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Code Club

This is an after school hour of code for grades 3 - 8 focusing on exploration of computer programming through play

Wednesday, December 45:00—6:00 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Musical Bingo: Carol Edition!

Musical Bingo: Carol Edition!Join us for a fun edition of Musical Bingo! 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!

Wednesday, December 46:00—7:00 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Hack your College Application!

Applying to college can be a confusing and stressful process. Are looking to get ahead of the game and start your application early? Have you started your application and just need help polishing it? Are you unsure if college is the path for you and you need someone to talk it out with? Come by and meet with Mx.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 54:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Artsy Afternoons

Best for Ages 5-11. 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!Today's Theme: Printmaking Mandala d…Learn More

Thursday, December 54:00—4:30 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Ballet Buddies

Ballet BuddiesNo registration required! Best of 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…Learn More

Thursday, December 55:00—5:45 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Barefoot Ballet

Barefoot BalletBest for ages 6-8. Registration is for all 6 dates. Dates for this session are: November 7, 14, 21 and December 5, 12, 19.  Calling all aspiring ballet dancers! Join Miss Bree for this special 6-week introductory Ballet class. Ballet shoes and attire…Learn More

Thursday, December 56:30—7:30 PMMeeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Jewelry Gifts with Comer Teng Studio

Make a gift for yourself or a loved one with Comer Teng Studio of Franklin (formerly PT Color Market)!
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Friday, December 610:00 AM—12:00 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Knitting Group!

Love to knit or crochet? Join our group of local fiber artists who will be meeting in the Friends of the Franklin Library Room on Fridays 10:00 a. m. to 12:00 p. m.
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Saturday, December 71:00—2:00 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Holiday Crafternoon

Holiday Crafternoon‘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!

Saturday, December 73:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Celtic & Christmas Concert

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.
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Sunday, December 82:30—4:30 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Chess Group

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 & tactical abilities, improve endgame skills. Sets will be available.…Learn More
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Monday, December 97:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Sondheim Showcase

The Sondheim Showcase is a tribute show to one of the most influential musical theater composers in the world. This piece is song cycle directed by Dean College senior Avery Sullivan. With the help and talent from multiple Dean College Performing Arts Students, this showcase is to share and celebrate Stephen Sondheim's music in a fun an educational way.
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Wednesday, December 111:00—2:00 PMMeeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Ho-Ho-Hocus Pocus Magic Show!

Ho-Ho-Hocus PocusJoin 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!

Wednesday, December 114:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Code Club

This is an after school hour of code for grades 3 - 8 focusing on exploration of computer programming through play
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Thursday, December 124:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Artsy Afternoons

Best for Ages 5-11. 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!Today's Theme: Snow globes

Thursday, December 124:00—4:30 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Ballet Buddies

Ballet BuddiesNo registration required! Best of 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…Learn More

Thursday, December 125:00—5:45 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Barefoot Ballet

Barefoot BalletBest for ages 6-8. Registration is for all 6 dates. Dates for this session are: November 7, 14, 21 and December 5, 12, 19.  Calling all aspiring ballet dancers! Join Miss Bree for this special 6-week introductory Ballet class. Ballet shoes and attire…Learn More

Thursday, December 126:00—8:00 PMConference RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Table Top: D&D for Adults

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!
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Friday, December 1310:00 AM—12:00 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Knitting Group!

Love to knit or crochet? Join our group of local fiber artists who will be meeting in the Friends of the Franklin Library Room on Fridays 10:00 a. m. to 12:00 p. m.
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Saturday, December 1410:30—11:30 AMMeeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Pancakes and Pajamas!

Pancakes and Pajamas!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!

Saturday, December 141:00—1:30 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Maker Moments: Silk Scarves

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.
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Sunday, December 152:30—4:30 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Chess Group

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 & tactical abilities, improve endgame skills. Sets will be available.…Learn More
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Monday, December 164:00—5:00 PMHorace Mann Reading RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Doggie Tails

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! We have 6 slots of 10 minutes each. Please only register for 1 time slot per month (siblings should share a time slot)! To register, email Miss Bree at bcomeau@minlib.net.

Monday, December 166:30—7:30 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Franklin Q&A

Franklin Q&A 12-16-24 6:30PMGet your Franklin questions answered, in person or remotely What is going on with . .. . ? What happened to . .. .? How come . .. . ? Join Steve Sherlock, Community Information Director, for Franklin Matters & Franklin Public Radio (wfpr. fm), for an informal and informative Q&A session.
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Tuesday, December 176:00—8:00 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Table Top: D&D for Adults

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!
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Wednesday, December 184:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Code Club

This is an after school hour of code for grades 3 - 8 focusing on exploration of computer programming through play
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Thursday, December 194:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Artsy Afternoons

Best for Ages 5-11. 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!Today's Theme: Winter landscape "Col…Learn More

Thursday, December 194:00—4:30 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Ballet Buddies

Ballet BuddiesNo registration required! Best of 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…Learn More

Thursday, December 195:00—5:45 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Barefoot Ballet

Barefoot BalletBest for ages 6-8. Registration is for all 6 dates. Dates for this session are: November 7, 14, 21 and December 5, 12, 19.  Calling all aspiring ballet dancers! Join Miss Bree for this special 6-week introductory Ballet class. Ballet shoes and attire…Learn More
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Friday, December 2010:00 AM—12:00 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Knitting Group!

Love to knit or crochet? Join our group of local fiber artists who will be meeting in the Friends of the Franklin Library Room on Fridays 10:00 a. m. to 12:00 p. m.
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Saturday, December 211:00—2:00 PMMeeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Fairytale Fun!

Fairytale FunBundle 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!
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Monday, December 231:00—4:00 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038
Meeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Mobile Mini-Golf!

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.
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Wednesday, December 25Library Closed

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Thursday, December 2610:30—11:30 AMMeeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Pumpernickel Puppets!

Pumpernickel Puppets!Join us for a fun show, including a cast of colorful puppet characters, live voices and sound effects! 

Thursday, December 264:00—4:30 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Ballet Buddies

Ballet BuddiesNo registration required! Best of 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…Learn More

Thursday, December 266:00—8:00 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Table Top: D&D for Adults

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!
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Friday, December 2710:00 AM—12:00 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Knitting Group!

Love to knit or crochet? Join our group of local fiber artists who will be meeting in the Friends of the Franklin Library Room on Fridays 10:00 a. m. to 12:00 p. m.

Friday, December 271:00—2:00 PMMeeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Toe Jam Puppet Band!

Toe Jam Puppet Band!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!
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Saturday, December 2810:30—11:30 AMMeeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Magic with Scott Martell!

Magic with Scott Martell!Join us as we welcome Magician Scott Martell and enjoy a family magic show featuring lots of comedy and surprises! Suggested Ages: 4-12
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Monday, December 305:00—7:00 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Paint-Teens

Teens! Join Miss Lily and create your very own step-by-step painting of some festive holiday lights! Best fit for teens ages 12+ All materials will be provided. Registration is Required!
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Tuesday, December 3111:00 AM—12:15 PMFriends of Franklin Library Community RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038
Meeting RoomFranklin Public Library118 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038

Noon Year's Eve Party!

Noon Year's Eve Party!Let’s send off 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!