Raccoons have spectacular tails! They are long and bushy and have stripes (14 – 16 to be exact). Raccoons are creatures of the night – perhaps you’ve seen one in your backyard. They like to forage for food, and their paws are shaped like tiny hands, so they might even […]
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Can you believe it’s June? We can’t, but we’re ready to get outside and start enjoying summer! Here are some fun lists of ideas of things you and/or your family can do this summer in the great state of New Jersey. One Two Three Four Five Six Seven (a […]
It is time to apply for the Franklin Township Public Library’s 2015 Reading Buddies Program. This 6-week program takes place Monday evenings, at the Main Library in the Children’s Department (July 6 – August 10). Reading Buddies is a social program that promotes literacy through paired reading. Teens earn volunteer credit […]
It is time to apply for the Franklin Township Public Library’s 2015 Reading Buddies Program. This 6-week program takes place Monday evenings, at the Main Library in the Children’s Department (July 6 – August 10). Reading Buddies is a social program that promotes literacy through paired reading. Teens earn volunteer credit […]
Get ready for the great Halloween Events at the Library! If you haven’t been in, you haven’t had a chance to grab one of our great handouts, located at the Circulation and Children’s Desks. If you want more information on any of the events, please check out the Children’s Calendar […]
2:30-3:15 PM on Monday, August 4, come see our children’s librarians put on TECHNERELLA! If you like puppets, the story of Cinderella or robots… or all three, reserve your space today and come watch the fantastic new play, Technerella! It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity your little […]
The Fourth of July has passed, and that means summer has truly started. You may already be sick of the pool, although we doubt it, but just in case you want to vary your routine a bit, why not try one of the “Free and Almost Free Places” for fun […]
Father’s Day is around the corner. Do you have a plan to celebrate? Maybe you’ll make breakfast with your kid(s) that morning. We have lots of great children’s cookbooks, so you can find lots of easy, kid-friendly recipes. Check out the call number E 641 in the Children’s Room, our selection covers […]
Are you entering 1st-4th grade and can read independently? It’s time to apply to be a Summer Reading Buddy! The program is very nearly full, so get your application in fast. This 6-week program takes place Monday evenings, at the Main Library – Children’s Department (July 7th – August 11th). Reading Buddies […]
Have you met our utterly wonderful Children’s Librarians yet? Not only do they love their work, they love their crafts – as you can see from their program room decorations! Come in any time when the Library is open or come to one of their many great programs, like tonight’s […]