READ TO VICTORY, A THERAPY DOG
We are very excited about our new therapy dog program. Children ages 5-11 (or K-5) can come to the library and read to a certified therapy dog. This is a great way to get children excited about reading. Victory will be coming to the library on the followng dates:Saturday May 4 at 10:00 AM, Saturday June 1 at 10:00 AM.
Children can bring their own book to read to Victory or use one of our books.
Gorilla Trek
Join us May 14 at 7:00 PM for a presentation by Board Member Shirley Ferguson about her recent trip to Rwanda to look for gorillas.
GAME NIGHTS
Tuesday, May 28- 7-9 PM
TOMES AND SCONES
The next meeting of our bookclub is on Saturday, June 8, at 10:00 AM. We will be reading;
Behold the Dreamers
By Imbolo Mbue
CHILDRENS’ BOOK WEEK
Childrens’ Book Week takes place from April 29-May 5. Stop by for free activity books. Stay tuned for more information.
Walking Club
We are starting a walking club on Thursdays in May. Meet at the library at 8:30 in the morning for a 30 minute walk through Franklin.
May dates are: May 9, May 16, May 23, May 30.
Board of Trustees Meeting
The Franklin Board of Trustees will hold its next meeting on Thursday, April 25th, at 1:00 PM in the library.
The public is welcome to attend
VOLUNTEER AT THE FRANKLIN FREE LIBRARY
If you are looking for something fun to do in your spare time, the Franklin Free Library can always use volunteers. If you are interested please call 607-829-2941 or email us at fr.ill@4cls.org.
PATRON RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Ever wonder what what to read next? We have a chart where patrons recommend books they loved. Check it out and add you own favorite to the chart.
NEW THINGS AT THE LIBRARY
- Check out our new books. Xina and Wendy are always ordering newly released books. Look for them on designated shelves!
- Did you know we have the NY Times on our computers?
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