On the evening of October 14th, 2019, the winners for this year’s Man Booker Prize were announced. This ceremony was unusual as it announced two winners: The Testaments by Margaret Atwood (the much anticipated follow-up to the Handmaid’s Tale), and Girl, Woman, Other by Bernardine Evaristo. Born in Ontario, Canada, Atwood is a […]
Yearly Archives: 2019
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We have two pieces of the Community Apple that are available for parent (or grandparent) and child to create together! The Main Library on DeMott Lane is open until 9:00 p.m. tonight – or stop by tomorrow and create art together here at the library. The artist will pick up […]
The lobby display of our Main Branch is currently fortunate enough to feature the vivid artwork of local artist Ted Kwalk. Utilizing watercolor and acrylic paint, Ted’s artwork features rich depictions of the natural world. Ted was kind enough to answer a few of our questions about his art, […]
Open to students ages 14 & up. Registration is required to attend. Register at www.franklintwp.org or call 732-873-8700. Test will be administered by Matt Koerner from Top Notch Test Prep.
Hello and welcome to the first installment of Tech Tip Tuesdays! In this blog series, we’ll be going over tech tips and shortcuts that can help you in your everyday life, whether at the office, in the classroom, or at home. Our first topic is an easy but absolutely essential […]
Grab the kids and join the library staff for a special apple celebration on Sunday, October 20, at 2:00 p.m. at the Main Library, when artist and author Leeza Hernandez (who did the amazing art for our Universe of Stories summer reading program) and her daughter share their favorite pieces […]
Did you know that October is National Reading Group Month? Reading groups and book clubs are an excellent way to bring people together over shared interests and the love of good conversation. These groups aren’t just an opportunity to appreciate great books, but are places where members can reflect on […]
Get your new YA books at www.franklintwp.org! Enjoy!
Our popular program of simple circle dances and books to sing is back from its summer hiatus on Wednesday, October 2, at 7:00 p.m. Recommended for ages 4 to 8 years, parents and children will enjoy a good time together as the children further develop directional skills, remembering sequence, following […]
Teen DIY – Mini Bulletin Boards! Open to students ages 12-17. This program will take place at the Franklin Park branch! Please register at www.franklintwp.org or call the library at 732-873-8700