Known as both African-American History Month and Black History Month, February is a time set aside each year to recognize and appreciate the many invaluable contributions of African-Americans to American society and culture. Just as important, it is also a time to pay tribute to “the generations of African Americans […]
Monthly Archives: January 2020
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We are always on the lookout for new diverse books! This past year, we have acquired many great books for teens that celebrate black history, culture & achievements. You can print the following booklist here! Visit www.franklintwp.org to place a hold or call us at 732-873-8700. Happy Reading!
There still plenty of time to sign up for Teen Winter Reading! We have 3 great raffle prizes this year! $20 gift card to Dunkin Donuts, $20 gift card to Confectionately Yours and $25 gift card to Mooyah! Go to www.franklintwp.org for full details and to sign up! Teen Winter […]
Sadly, we must cancel Night Rhymes for tonight, Thursday, January 30, but we have GOOD NEWS! You can visit Frosty the Snowman at our Branch Library at 7:00 p.m. The Branch is located in the Franklin Towne Center strip mall at 3391 Rt. 27 S, Franklin Park. Wintry craft activities […]
Students ages 12-17 are invited to join us for a tasty afternoon of making warm winter smoothies. Be sure to register at www.franklintwp.org or call 732-873-8700 to make sure we have enough supplies.
Are you looking to begin creative writing and are having trouble getting started? Or, have you been writing for years and are in need of inspiration and/or practical tips? We can help you with that! While the library is home to many of the numerous print books and ebooks on […]
Reading is Always is Season! The adult winter reading program is a fun way to enjoy some of the things you love most about the library. Here is what you need to know: 1. Registration is open to all active card holders ages 18 & up. 2. Count the number of hours […]
Students ages 12-17 are invited to join us for the fun winter craft at the Franklin Park Branch. Please register at www.franklintwp.org or call 732-873-8700.
Bring the family to a very special showing of the Disney Pixar movie Cars on Tuesday, January 21. From 6:00 – 6:45, families will transform a box (please bring one if you can) to look like a car, then the children will sit in their “cars” to enjoy a snack […]
The Library Treasure Chest returns on January 15! Register for the 2020 Winter Reading Program, “Reading Is Always In Season,” on the library’s website and keep track of how much time you spend reading. Kids can earn trinkets from the treasure chest or coupons for free books from our book […]