See what's happening this month at your library!
September 2020
 Little Free Library
 
The Franklin Square Public Library sponsored a Little Free Library which is now installed at its home in front of the Franklin Square Museum, located at 861 Naple Avenue.
 
Thank you to Young Adult Librarian Erin Bach for coordinating the whole project, decorating the library, and selecting the books! 
Island Harvest
 
We are accepting donations for Island Harvest until September 30. Please leave items in the bin next to the front door. For a list of acceptable items, please click here.
Donate to help local families in need!
 
 
 
 
Childrens
Horsin' Around Fun
Story Craft
Friday, September 11
Ages 3-5
 
Giddy up over to the Library to pick up some horsey crafts and stories that will make your child smile... and possibly even NEIGH!
Limit 36 children.
Just 2 Fun
Apple Picking
Friday, September 18
Ages 2-3
 
This is one juicy, sweet, and delicious craft program for little ones. Pick up your bushel of fun at the Library to enjoy at home.
Limit 36 children.
Mystery Clay
Animal Craft
Monday, September 14
Grades K-2
What will your MYSTERY animal be? You will pick up a sealed bag containing the instructions and all the materials needed to make your clay animal. When your animal is completed, bring it back to the Library so it may go on display for all to see! Let's make the library into a real ZOO!
Limit 25 children.
The month of September has...
National Guacamole Day!
Wednesday, September 16
Grades 3-6
 
Celebrate this special day by making an adorable avocado fleece pillow. Everything you need will be in a kit to be picked up.
Limit 18 children.
National Batman Day!
Monday, September 21
Grades 3-6
Don't you think the Batmobile needs a makeover? If you were Batman or Batwoman, what would you drive? You will get a wooden race car to assemble and design. Describe all the incredible features of your car that make it unique. All entries will be on display and the top 3 will win gift cards. 
Limit 18 children.
Young Adult
YA Summer Reading Club Winner
 
Congratulations to Vito Piccirillo for winning the YA Summer Reading Club raffle and winning an Apple Watch!
See you in October!
No programs this month as we settle back into the rhythm of going back to school, as different as it may be this year. Check back in October to see what autumn and Halloween programs we're offering!
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    Adult
    Adult Programming
     
    Healthy Cooking with your Instant Pot:
    Saturday, September 12, 11 AM
     
    Stretch & Flex:
    Tuesdays, 11 AM
    September 22 & September 29
     
    Full List of Adult Programming 
    On Our Website
     
    Beginner Yoga: 
    September 6-September 13
     
    Back-to-School Treat: Linzer Tarts
    Video and Recipe
    September 1-September 30
     
    Click Here to View
    Upcoming Book Discussions

    Morning Book Discussion
    Such A Fun Age
    By Kiley Reid
     
    Tuesday, September 8, 10:30 AM
    Register Here
    Reserve Your Book Here
    Reserve Your Ebook Here
    Evening Book Café 
    Secrets in Summer
    By Nancy Thayer
     
    Join us for an in-person discussion outside of the Library!
     
    Monday, September 21, 7 PM
    (Rain Date: September 24)
    Register Here
    Reserve Your Book Here
    Reserve Your Ebook Here

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