Franklin Public Library

This Week at
Franklin Public Library

Title:Franklin Library Fall Literary Fundraiser: An Evening with Jane Hamilton
Date: 9/24/2026
Description:The Franklin Public Library Foundation invites you to their Fifth Annual Fall Literary Fundraiser: An Evening with Bestselling Author Jane Hamilton!

Join us for a captivating conversation and Q&A with Wisconsin's own bestselling author of A Map of the World, The Book of Ruth, The Phoebe Variations (2025), and many more!

Hamilton's book A Map of the World was adapted into a film of the same title and released in 1999, starring Sigourney Weaver and Julianne Moore.

Enjoy a supper and dessert buffet with soda. Beer and wine will be available for purchase.

All proceeds benefit the renovation and expansion of Franklin Public Library's beloved Children's Area. Thank you to our sponsors.

Ticket Information:

Purchase your tickets at the library (cash or checks accepted), online at https://fplfallfundraiser2026.eventbrite.com or click "View Weblink" to the upper right.

General Admission: $45

Sponsor Level 1: $100
(includes 1 event ticket, your name in the event program booklet and one free drink ticket at the bar)

Sponsor Level 2: $250
(includes 2 event tickets, your name(s) in the event program booklet and two free drink tickets at the bar)

Thank you for supporting your Franklin Public Library!
Title:FPL Pop Culture Fandom Art Contest & Gallery Night
Date: 9/25/2026
Description:Calling all artists 16 & up! Submit your original artworks for the FPL Pop Culture Fandom Art Contest!
Title:Friday Morning Yoga - Fall Session
Date: 9/25/2026
Description:End your week with a rejuvenating morning yoga practice at the library. Join Tony Nickalls for a gently flowing yoga class to start your weekend right! Registration is required.

FRANKLIN RESIDENTS MAY REGISTER BEGINNING WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26 AT 9AM. ALL OTHERS MAY REGISTER BEGINNING THURSDAY, AUGUST 27 AT 9AM.

Register online by clicking "View Weblink or call 414-425-8214.

***Patrons on the waitlist are encouraged to come and see if there are spots available in the class each Firday due to no-shows. Patrons will be admitted in the order they arrive***
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Phone Numbers
Phone: 414.425.8214
FAX:
24 Hour Renewal Line: 414.277.0183

Hours
Library Hours:
Monday 9am-8pm
Tuesday 9am-8pm
Wednesday 9am-8pm
Thursday 9am-8pm
Friday 9am-5pm
Saturday 9am-4pm
Sunday - 1pm-4pm

CreateSpace Open Hours:
Monday/Thursday - 4pm-7pm
Tuesday/Wednesday - 9am-3pm
Friday - 9am-4pm


Curbside pick-up is available on demand for items that are on hold and ready to pick up.

Call (414) 425-8214 and press Option 3 when you arrive at the library and park in our reserved curbside pickup spot.