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Posted on: July 25, 2022

Williamson County Writer's Group

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The Vision of the Williamson County Writers Group is to be a resource for individuals in Middle Tennessee who want to explore and share their talents and aspirations as writers.   

The Mission of the Williamson County Writers Group is to ...

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Posted on: March 28, 2023

Alzheimer’s and Dementia Series

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The Williamson County Public Library and the Alzheimer’s Association Tennessee Chapter are proud to present their 2023 Alzheimer’s and Dementia series of six programs beginning in April. This is the sixth year the Alzheimer’s Association has part...

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Posted on: February 16, 2023

Red Cross Blood Drives

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Give the gift of life! Blood supplies are low in Tennessee and in need. Appointments are required. Red Cross Blood Drives are held twice monthly in the meeting room.

How to donate blood

  • download the Red Cross Blood Donor App
  • visit RedCrossBlood.org, search f...
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Posted on: January 20, 2023

Chronicles of Yarnia: Adult's Knit and Crochet Group

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Join this group to meet new friends sharing the same interest in creating handmade items. We invite all skill levels to bring your WIP (works in progress) and then spend time working on them; asking for advice, swapping yarn, trading patterns, and ideas.

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Posted on: January 19, 2023

Story Times

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The Williamson County Public Library in Franklin offers weekly storytimes for families with children ages 0-5 years old. Attending storytimes can help local families grow their readers-to-be, provide socialization, enable children to learn about and pract...

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Posted on: January 19, 2023

2023 Garden Talks Series with Master Gardeners

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Great news for local gardeners and plant lovers of all ages! The award-winning Williamson County Master Gardeners’ Garden Talk series returns to the Williamson County Public Library in February. This year their Speakers Bureau, along with Williamson Count...

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Posted on: January 19, 2023

Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group

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Caring for an individual with dementia requires different techniques than those needed to care for someone who is not cognitively impaired. Alzheimer’s Association support groups encourage attendees to share information, give and receive mutual support, a...

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Posted on: June 7, 2022

Computer Classes

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The Main Library Branch in Franklin offers free monthly computer classes that cover the basics of Microsoft Word and Excel and a variety of the classes to help people get started on the Internet, with PowerPoint, Publisher and more!

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Posted on: January 18, 2023

Teen Dungeons and Dragons Meet-Up

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Our Teen D&D group meets on the first and third Saturdays at 1 p.m.  New and experienced players are welcome.  Join us in the Teen Room on the second floor.  Participants must be between the ages 12-18.    ...

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Posted on: May 9, 2023

Register Now for the 2023 Summer Reading Program

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Williamson County Library System is excited to announce its summer reading program and events, with the theme “All Together Now.” This program is perfect for all ages and encourages the community to come together to celebrate reading a...

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2023 Summer Reading Program webpage Franklin Homepage News
Posted on: May 5, 2023

Holiday Closing

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The Main Library is closed on May 29 for Memorial Day.

Our e-Library is open 24/7 with your library card.

e-Library Franklin Homepage News
Posted on: April 22, 2023

Online Seed Exchange

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The Seed Exchange is now available online.  Learn how to get your seeds, what the guidelines are, find great websites on gardening, plus how to make donations.  Seeds are available for flowers, herbs, and vegetables while supplies last. ...

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Seed Exchange Information Franklin Homepage News
Posted on: January 19, 2023

Book Clubs

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The Williamson County Public Library System has a variety of both virtual and in-person book clubs.  Find inspiration to read new genres and enjoy literary companionship as you read and meet to discuss your experiences. 

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Posted on: December 5, 2022

ABCmouse.com Available

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The Williamson County Public Library System is pleased to announce the addition of a new online resource for our younger patrons. ABCmouse.com is a gift of play and learning over the holiday season and year round.

From Age of Learning, Inc., the award-winn...

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Posted on: February 16, 2023

Always Available e-Books via READS

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OverDrive has donated growing collections of unlimited simultaneous use e-books and e-audiobooks* for all ages at no cost to libraries, helping them meet the unprecedented demand for digital books in their communities.  These items can be borrowe...

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Posted on: February 27, 2023

Show Me the New Books and More!

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New item lists are available on the library's catalog homepage.  Find the most recently received movies, books, and more here.

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Posted on: May 23, 2023

Author Talk with Rick Warwick

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Williamson County Historian Rick Warwick will introduce his new book, Four Blocks on Franklin’s Main Street, on Tuesday, May 30, at 4 p.m.

Come enjoy a trip down Memory Lane with our long-term Franklinites and an interesting history less...

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