This May is the 70th annual Mental Health Awareness Month! Started in 1949 by the Mental Health America organization, the month is designed to recognize the millions of Americans who live with or are impacted by mental health disorders. It is a time to consider those around us who suffer […]
Yearly Archives: 2019
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Have fun in May at the following programs for children and families at the Main Library on DeMott Lane – and be sure to register so that we know you would like to attend! Register online or at the Children’s Desk (732-873-8700, option 4). Kids’ Make & Take: Tuesday, May […]
The Favourite (2018) – Friday, 5/3 at 2pm In the early 18th century England, a frail Queen Anne occupies the throne and her close friend, Lady Sarah, governs the country in her stead. When a new servant, Abigail, arrives, her charm endears her to Sarah. (from IMDB) Rated R, 1 […]
We have 4 new manga series! Banana Fish, Horimya, The Demon Prince of Momochi House, and The Sacrificial Princess and the King of Beasts. You can place a hold for these at www.franklintwp.org. We are always happy to take requests for new manga. Use the request form or call us […]
Skip to my Lou is a chance for parents and kids to join in the fun with simple circle dances and books to sing. It includes lots of movement and a good time! Why not try it out? Register online or at the Children’s Desk for the next session, which […]
The next meeting of the Teen Advisory Group (TAG) will be this Thursday, May 2 at 7pm. Please be sure to let us know if you plan to attend by registering at www.franklintwp.org. Open to students ages 12-17.
Have you tried our award-winning program designed to help children ages 4 to 8 years with emergent and early reading skills? Families work together on literacy activities that help build vocabulary, phonological awareness, print awareness, and more – and it’s fun! The program was designed by two of the children’s […]
Here is a sample of some of the great new artwork from our fabulous TAG members! In addition to helping at teen programs, TAG members can get additional volunteer hours by submitting artwork and book reviews to be displayed in the Young Adult room! Contact Karen below if you would […]
The winners of the 2019 Pulitzer Prize have recently been announced! Since it’s founding in 1917 by Hungarian-born publishing giant Joseph Pulitzer, the Prize has been awarded to a number of different categories every year, including reporting, music, poetry, and literary criticism! Click here for a complete list of winners […]
Open to students ages 12-17. Register at www.franklintwp.org or call 732-873-8700.