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Title:Monday Movie Matinee -- Song Sung Blue
Date: 5/18/2026
Description:Join us Monday, May 18 at 1pm for the Monday Movie Matinee showing of Song Sung Blue starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson.

Title:Night Readers Book Discussion
Date: 5/18/2026
Description:Join the Night Readers when they discuss Unbroken by Lauren Hillenbrand.

Title:Brown Baggers Book Discussion
Date: 5/19/2026
Description:Join the Brown Baggers when they discuss A Woman of No Importance by Sonia Purell.

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Classic Movie Matinee -- The Bad News Bears
Join us Thursday, June 4 at 1pm for the Classic Movie Matinee showing of The Bad News Bears.

The Bad News Bears (1976) follows a ragtag Little League baseball team made up mostly of unskilled, misfit kids coached by Morris Buttermaker, a washed up former ballplayer. As the Bears struggle against overly competitive, win at all costs opponents, the team gradually improves while retaining its irreverent, rule breaking spirit. The film blends comedy and social commentary to challenge traditional ideas about sportsmanship, winning, and childhood innocence. Starring Walter Matthau, Tatum O’Neal and Vic Morrow.

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An Evening with Ben Franklin
Join us Tuesday, June 16 at 6:30pm for An Evening with Ben Franklin.

Learn about the life of the famous American Patriot (and the man who our city is named after), Benjamin Franklin. As our country gets ready to celebrate it’s 250th birthday, come and hear about the Declaration of Independence from one of its authors, Dr. Benjamin Franklin (portrayed by Terry Kutz). Dr. Franklin will talk about the Declaration and other experiences he had during the Revolutionary Era.

No registration necessary.

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Monday Movie Matinee: Song Sung Blue
Join us Monday, May 18 at 1pm for the Monday Movie Matinee showing of Song Sung Blue.

Lightning and Thunder, a Milwaukee husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute act, experience soaring success and devastating heartbreak in their musical journey together. Starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson.

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Memorial Day Service at Veterans Memorial
Monday, May 25 at 10:00am at the Veterans Memorial (next to the Library)

Join Willey-Herda Post 192 of the American Legion in remembering those who sacrificed their lives to defend our country.
25 Years of Serving You at Loomis & Drexel
In 2027, Franklin Public Library will be celebrating 25 years of serving the Franklin community (and beyond) at their current location!

We hope you will join in on the celebration as Franklin Public Library works to re-envision our Children's Area and the Library for the next 25!
CreateSpace Open - New Hours!
The CreateSpace is open! PLEASE NOTE: The CreateSpace hours have changed. The CreateSpace will no longer have open hours on Saturdays. All other hours will remain the same.

**The CreateSpace hours are always subject to library programming. ***

CreateSpace Hours:
Mon & Thurs. - 4-7pm
Tues. & Weds. - 9am-3pm
Friday - 9am-4pm
Donations Needed!
The Franklin Public Library's Children's Department is looking for new, gently used, or like new Beanie Babies or other stuffed animals for an upcoming program!

Any donations are appreciated!

Please have donations in by June 1!
New Database - Peterson's Test and Career Prep
We're excited to annouce that Franklin Public Library now has access to Peterson's Test and Career Prep!

Prepare for standardized tests using eBooks, online courses, and full-length practice tests for GED, SAT, ACT, AP, PSAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, TOEFL, U.S. citizenship, and more.

Through this resource, you may research undergraduate and graduate programs, find tuition assistance, and prepare for careers whether you’re entering the workforce for the first time or searching for new opportunities. Search for jobs and create résumés, cover letters, and websites that can be shared with prospective employers.
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Monday, June 16th at 1 pm Monday Movie Madness. This month's movie is The Monuments Men (rated PG-13). MORE DETAILS ABOUT THIS DAY CAN BE PLACED IN THIS SPACE HERE.

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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

The CreateSpace is temporarily closed until June 1.

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.

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This Week at
Franklin Public Library

Recently Added Items

What's New

Classic Movie Matinee -- The Bad News Bears

An Evening with Ben Franklin

Monday Movie Matinee: Song Sung Blue

Memorial Day Service at Veterans Memorial

25 Years of Serving You at Loomis & Drexel

CreateSpace Open - New Hours!

Donations Needed!

New Database - Peterson's Test and Career Prep

Calendar of Events

monday

16

How do I...

How do I get a library card?

Donate to the Library

FPL Social Media

Mobile Printing

Library Links

Meeting Room Reservations

Meeting Room Reservations

Library Links

Mobile Printing

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This Week at Franklin Public Library

Recently Added Items

What's New

Classic Movie Matinee -- The Bad News Bears

An Evening with Ben Franklin

Monday Movie Matinee: Song Sung Blue

Memorial Day Service at Veterans Memorial

25 Years of Serving You at Loomis & Drexel

CreateSpace Open - New Hours!

Donations Needed!

New Database - Peterson's Test and Career Prep

Calendar of Events

monday

16

How do I...

How do I get a library card?

Donate to the Library

FPL Social Media

Mobile Printing

Library Links

Meeting Room Reservations

This Week at
Franklin Public Library