On this day fifty years ago, crew members of the Apollo 11 mission became the first humans ever to set foot on our planet’s only moon. Video of Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin stepping out of the lunar module onto a desolate and alien surface was broadcast to awestruck viewers […]
Yearly Archives: 2019
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Have you signed up for summer reading? There is a program for adults as well as for children and teens. One of the best ways to encourage your child to read is to let them catch you reading! Plus, you might win one of the raffle drawings (adults) or your […]
We have 2 great teen events coming up on July 11th! Registration for both is at www.franklintwp.org or call 732-873-8700. At 4pm at the DeMott Lane library we’ll be making Galaxy Jars! At 7pm at the Franklin Park branch library, we’ll put our Super Hero trivia to the test Family […]
Don’t miss the incredible Robert Rogers Puppet Company performing an original puppet show, The Mouse on the Moon, on Monday, July 8, at 2:00 p.m.! Create something astronomical at your choice of Lego programs on Tuesday, July 9: Lego Club at the Branch Library at 2:00 p.m. OR Lego Station […]
Stan & Ollie (2018) – Friday, 7/12 at 2pm Laurel and Hardy, the world’s most famous comedy duo, attempt to reignite their film careers as they embark on what becomes their swan song – a grueling theatre tour of post-war Britain. (from IMDB) Rated PG. 1 hour 38 minutes. No […]
We are getting lots of new YA books for your summer reading pleasure! Get yours today at www.franklintwp.org
In this series, we briefly highlight new books in our collection that have been creating a buzz in the literary world. Today’s entry is “On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous” by Ocean Vuong! “On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous is a letter from a son to a mother who cannot read. Written when […]
Register online at www.franklintwp.org for your chance to win some great prizes! Amazon gift cards! Wireless earbuds! Bluetooth speakers! And much more! Read for fun and win prizes! Open to students ages 12-17 years old. Call the library at 732-873-8700 for more information
In honor of the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, we will create space ships, meet aliens, and explore the galaxy with A Universe of Stories with special events and fun activities for everyone PLUS the chance to read and earn special trinkets that you get to choose! Children ages […]
Lots of great recommendations from teens at our BookLooks program! Go go www.franklintwp.org to get your copy today!