We want to remind you that the Library is open, with safety precautions, on both Wednesdays (noon – 3:00) and Saturdays (10:00 – 1:00). We can arrange curbside and other deliveries for you; just contact us at thefranklinlibrary@gmail.com. Also, tickets are now on sale for our Lobster Raffle, drawing on Sept. 2nd.
Our major fundraiser this season will be a “Live Lobster Raffle.” 5 winning tickets will be drawn on Wednesday September 2nd. Each of the 5 tickets is for 6 lobsters. Tickets are $5 each or 5 tickets for $20. Tickets may be purchased by mail: Franklin Library P.O. Box 202, Franklin, ME 04634 or send your request to thefranklinlibrary@gmail.com Checks payable to FRANKLIN LIBRARY.
Beginning Wed. July 22nd the Library building will be open to the public twice a week (Wed. noon – 3:00, Sat. 10 – 1) with full services. Because of our very small space – and to ensure a safe, clean environment for both our community and our staff – face coverings, social distancing and other precautions will be in place. We are eager to see everyone again! Come by and check out all the new materials at the Library.
Reminder: Franklin Library will be open for curbside delivery on Wednesdays from 12:00 to 3:00. You can request books or dvds by following 3 easy steps:
On Wednesday June 17th, from 12 – 3, the Library will offer curbside delivery of books and cds. You can send us requests by e-mailing us at thefranklinlibrary@gmail.com For now service will be limited to once a week. Please see instructions below.
In compliance with Gov. Mills’ stay-at-home order and in an effort to help stop any possible spread of the Coronavirus, the Franklin Library will remain closed until further notice. However, we continue to offer free WiFi, which is accessible from our parking lot and Library grounds (Network=library, no password needed).
In the meantime, here are a few suggestions to keep your mind on better things:
Sign up for free access to a variety of resources on Digital Maine Library https://library.digitalmaine.org/ Use your location (rather than Library ID) as the first level of verification. This site includes National Geographic Kids, Maine Memory Network and many others.
Research your family history on Ancestry.com; Digital Maine is offering free home computer access to this site during the coronavirus emergency. Select it from the “all databases” screen or cut-and-paste the direct link below into your browser (if you get bounced out to a password screen, just start over at Digital Maine or use the direct link): https://libraries.maine.edu/mainedatabases/authmaine.asp?db=ancestry
A colleague at the Topsham Public Library has compiled a list of free access websites: https://topshamlibrary.org/stay-at-home-mega-list/
Or simply chill out and watch the waves come in at Pemaquid: http://www.seagullshop.com/surfcam.php
Stay home, stay safe, be well. Cathy FitzGerald, Library Director
Because there appears to be a great deal of uncertainty as to how long the coronavirus lives on surfaces (books, plastic, tables, etc.) we have decided to close the entire Library building, including the front porch, so that we can protect our patrons and staff. We regret that we will not be able to fulfill book and other material requests. However, we are still providing 24 hr. free WiFi (network = library, no PW needed) which can be accessed from the Library parking lot or deck / picnic table. We will reevaluate the situation on April 1st. Please check this website (franklinmainelibrary.org) and our Facebook page (facebook.com/FranklinLibrary). We look forward to a time when we can resume normal services. Please be careful and remain well.
Cathy FitzGerald, Library Director
Because of Coronavirus concerns the Franklin Library will be closed to the public beginning Tuesday, March 17 through Saturday, March 28.
However, we want to maintain patron access to materials, so we are keeping open our front porch (Main St. entrance) daily from 10:00 – 5:00. Patrons may request books and other materials (see our online catalog at: librarycat.org/lib/franklinlibrary) by sending me an e-mail at thefranklinlibrary@gmail.com. Please include author/title, any other identifying information or any questions you have. I will pull the material from the shelves and put it on the porch by 10:00 a.m. on the day following receipt of your request. The material will be labelled with the last four digits of your patron’s barcode id (on the back of your library card).
If you don’t know your barcode id, just e-mail me and I will send it to you. If you have limited access to the internet, call and leave a message at 565-5054 or come to the Library and leave a note with your requests on the front porch table. If you cannot travel and need materials delivered to your home, let me know and we will try to arrange it.
You can continue to use our free WiFi (Network = Library, No password required).
You can also purchase books and other materials, prices .50 to $2.00 each.
Finally, you can return materials at any time by using the book drop slot to the left of our Winter Rd. entrance.
For updated information, see: franklinmainelibrary.org or Facebook: FranklinLibrary
Thank you for your cooperation. We hope we can make this health emergency a little more bearable, but still keep our community safe. Cathy FitzGerald, Library Director
Because of concerns about the risk of coronavirus spread at large public gatherings, our sister organization Franklin Historical Society has canceled its Spaghetti Supper fundraiser originally scheduled for Saturday, March 21st. FHS hopes to reschedule the event at a later date.
Come hear outdoors expert Carino (pronounced Kar-EE-nyo) talk about his work with youth organizations, training kids in wilderness skills. Carino is a Franklin resident and volunteer instructor for our Friday After-School Program. For more about Carino, see: https://mainewildvoyage.com/instructor
Refreshments will be served. If you need transportation to the Library please call us at 565-5054.
