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Spell It Out! Scrabble Letter Craft @ DeMott Lane

ages 5-12 years old
2026-04-13 18:00:00 2026-04-13 18:30:00 America/New_York Spell It Out! Scrabble Letter Craft @ DeMott Lane Come make a fun Scrabble letter tile craft to celebrate "National Scrabble Day"! Design your own name or make it a gift for someone else! DeMott Lane Branch -

Monday, April 13
6:00pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-13 18:00:00 2026-04-13 18:30:00 America/New_York Spell It Out! Scrabble Letter Craft @ DeMott Lane Come make a fun Scrabble letter tile craft to celebrate "National Scrabble Day"! Design your own name or make it a gift for someone else! DeMott Lane Branch -

Come make a fun Scrabble letter tile craft to celebrate "National Scrabble Day"! Design your own name or make it a gift for someone else!

Come make a fun Scrabble letter tile craft to celebrate "National Scrabble Day"! Design your own name or make it a gift for someone else!

AGE GROUP: | Kids | Families |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts & Crafts |

TAGS: | scrabble | children's | children |

DeMott Lane Branch
Phone: 732-873-8700
Hours
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DeMott Lane Branch

Today's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 8:00PM

Tomorrow's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 8:00PM

Address
485 Demott Lane
Franklin Township, NJ 08873
Tel: 732-873-8700
About the branch

The 36,018 square foot Demott Lane Branch is located in the Franklin Township municipal complex and provides a large community room for library programming, as well as additional meeting room space for community groups, study rooms, public access computers, and more.

Upcoming events

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Assemblyman Joe Danielsen Mobile Office
Tue, Mar 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Meet with a representative from Danielsen's office who can assist you with issues regarding state agencies by helping expedite the process.
Tai Chi for Beginners
Tue, Mar 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Experience authentic Tai Chi training, also referred to as 'Meditation in Motion,' with Dr. Gang Huang.
Registration is now closed
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Mar 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane - novice & intermediate players
Tue, Mar 31, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a lightly-competitive club to meet other chess players & share strategies. *novice knows chess rules and how to play a basic game of chess.
AARP Tax Assistance
Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, Apr 01, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, Apr 01, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
AARP Tax Assistance
Thu, Apr 02, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Assemblyman Joe Danielsen Mobile Office
Thu, Apr 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Meet with a representative from Danielsen's office who can assist you with issues regarding state agencies by helping expedite the process.
All Branches Closed
Fri, Apr 03, All day
DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Children's Programing Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
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Sat, Apr 04, All day
DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Children's Programing Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
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Sun, Apr 05, All day
DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Children's Programing Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
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Megabyte Mondays: Microsoft Excel Series - a computer class
Mon, Apr 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Apr 06, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Young children, accompanied by parents or caregivers, develop language in this 15-minute rhyme program which includes a simple story.
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Mon, Apr 06, 10:30am - 10:45am
DeMott Lane Branch
A lapsit program for our youngest ones (accompanied by parents or caregivers). Babies will bounce through this active 15-minute program!
Monday Morning Storytime @ Lewis Street - ages 0-5 years
Mon, Apr 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lewis Street Branch
Traditional storytime with stories, songs, rhymes & musical instruments like shakers & tambourines! *April 27 is a special Take/Make only.
All Levels Yoga
Mon, Apr 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Apr 06, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
National Unicorn Day @ DeMott Lane - ages 5-12 years
Mon, Apr 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
In celebration of Unicorn Day, listen to some fun unicorn stories while making a unicorn craft and go home with sparkly unicorn swag.
Scribble Time @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 1 - 4 Years
Tue, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Introduce your little ones to crayons, glue, tearing and other activities that help to develop fine motor skills.
Spring Story: Stay & Play @ DeMott Lane branch - ages 2-5 years
Tue, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Come to hear a story and then stay to play in our lower rug area. Make new friends and your little one will have socialization as grownups meet new families as well!
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane - novice & intermediate players
Tue, Apr 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a lightly-competitive club to meet other chess players & share strategies.
AARP Tax Assistance
Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Tech-Help @ DeMott Lane
Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.
Once Upon A Time Storytime @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years old
Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
A traditional half-hour themed storytime that includes stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Wed, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 2:15pm
DeMott Lane Branch
A lapsit program for our youngest ones (accompanied by parents or caregivers). Babies will bounce through this active 15-minute program!
New Jersey Shipwrecks
Wed, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Shipwreck diver Dan Lieb will present on nearly 300 years of shipwreck activity in New Jersey waters.
AARP Tax Assistance
Thu, Apr 09, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Watercolors @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a relaxing half hour of painting using the library's watercolor paints, brushes and special paper!
Chair Yoga
Thu, Apr 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
This gentle class focuses on an exploration of basic yoga poses and how to connect them through attention to breathing, alignment and mindfulness.
Book Bingo @ Lewis Street - all ages!
Thu, Apr 09, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lewis Street Branch
Join us for several rounds of BINGO... where all the prizes are books! Everyone will win some books to fill their bookcases at home!
LEGO Club @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 5-12 years
Thu, Apr 09, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Join us at the Franklin Park Branch for LEGO Club, where we supply the LEGOs and you supply the imagination!
Spring Chicks @ DeMott Lane - ages 4 years + up
Thu, Apr 09, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Craft a cute mama and baby chicks! Spring-themed craft with a fun story!
Games & Grub - Bubble Tea Edition - Teen Hangout with games & snacks!
Thu, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Casual hangout with games & the usual snacks plus some bubble tea to drink! We have chess, Uno, CAH, Exploding Kittens, Jenga, Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza & more. Open to Teens ages 12-17
Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 5 years old
Thu, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 6:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Young children, accompanied by parents or caregivers, develop language in this active 15-minute rhymes program which includes a simple story!
AARP Tax Assistance
Fri, Apr 10, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Rhythm & Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-4 years
Fri, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a rollicking rhyme program with a story!
Move, Breathe, Meditate @ Franklin Park Branch
Fri, Apr 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Learn how to start your meditation journey.
Movie Matinee: The Housemaid (2025)
Fri, Apr 10, 2:00pm - 4:15pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Rated R. 2 hours, 13 minutes.
Saturday Morning Book Club - The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth
Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Join us for a meeting of the FTPL Second Saturday Book Club! Now held in-person at the DeMott Lane Branch. No registration required!
Pokemon Gotta Catch 'Em All @ DeMott Lane - ages 4 + up
Sun, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Gotta Catch 'em all! Make a craft, get a pokedex list with clues, hunt pokemon in the library & earn pokemon swag! Card traders welcome, bring your cards to trade with others!
Megabyte Mondays: Microsoft Excel Series - a computer class
Mon, Apr 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Apr 13, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Young children, accompanied by parents or caregivers, develop language in this 15-minute rhyme program which includes a simple story.
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Mon, Apr 13, 10:30am - 10:45am
DeMott Lane Branch
A lapsit program for our youngest ones (accompanied by parents or caregivers). Babies will bounce through this active 15-minute program!
Monday Morning Storytime @ Lewis Street - ages 0-5 years
Mon, Apr 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lewis Street Branch
Traditional storytime with stories, songs, rhymes & musical instruments like shakers & tambourines! *April 27 is a special Take/Make only.
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Mon, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
All Levels Yoga
Mon, Apr 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Apr 13, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Jewelry Class: Bird’s Nest Pendants
Mon, Apr 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Learn to work with craft wire and beads to form your own hand-crafted bird’s nest pendant.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 10:15am
Spell It Out! Scrabble Letter Craft @ DeMott Lane - ages 5-12 years old
Mon, Apr 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Come make a fun Scrabble letter tile craft to celebrate "National Scrabble Day"! Design your own name or make it a gift for someone else!
Pizza Bagels at Franklin Park - Teen Cooking
Mon, Apr 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Come prepared to make them and eat them! Open to students ages 12-17. Please register.
Storytime Adventures @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 5 years
Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Join us for stories, rhymes and a craft!
LEGOs and DUPLOs Drop-In Play @ DeMott Lane - ages 2 - 5+ years
Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us on Tues April 14 for a fun drop-in stay and play event with our DUPLOs (ages 2-5) and LEGOs (5+ years)!
Bone Up Your Health - presented by the Somerset County Department of Health
Tue, Apr 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Learn important information to help your bones as they age.
Alzheimer’s New Jersey Family Support Group for Caregivers
Tue, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, Alzheimer’s New Jersey Family Support Groups provide families and caregivers with the emotional support and education they need.
Watercolors @ Lewis Street - all ages!
Tue, Apr 14, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lewis Street Branch
Create a masterpiece using the library's watercolor paints, brushes and watercolor paper.
Tai Chi for Beginners
Tue, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Experience authentic Tai Chi training, also referred to as 'Meditation in Motion,' with Dr. Gang Huang.
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane - novice & intermediate players
Tue, Apr 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a lightly-competitive club to meet other chess players & share strategies.
AARP Tax Assistance
Wed, Apr 15, 10:00am - 1:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Once Upon A Time Storytime @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years old
Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
A traditional half-hour themed storytime that includes stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities.
Move, Breathe, Meditate
Wed, Apr 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Meditate with us
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Wed, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 2:15pm
DeMott Lane Branch
A lapsit program for our youngest ones (accompanied by parents or caregivers). Babies will bounce through this active 15-minute program!
Paint and Sip: Night Tulips
Wed, Apr 15, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Adults are welcome to join us to paint a canvas and enjoy (non-alcoholic!) beverages.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 10:15am
Tech-Help @ DeMott Lane
Wed, Apr 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.
Color A Smile @ DeMott Lane - ages 4 + up
Wed, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Help us with our community Service Project of the Month! We will be creating greetings for the non-profit "Color-A-Smile". 30-min service certificate given at the end of the program.
Playful Art: Playdoh @ DeMott Lane - ages 18-36 months with a caregiver
Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Toddlers experience Playdoh during this program which encourages art as a process not a project!
Afternoon Art Club @ Franklin Park Branch
Thu, Apr 16, 4:45pm - 5:15pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
We'll explore a different art form each month.
Silly Snails with Funky Shells @ DeMott Lane - ages 4 years + up
Thu, Apr 16, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us to make some silly little snails that have a funky shell!
Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 5 years old
Thu, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 6:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Young children, accompanied by parents or caregivers, develop language in this active 15-minute rhymes program which includes a simple story!
Rhythm & Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-4 years
Fri, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a rollicking rhyme program with a story!
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
The Cranberry Lacemakers of Central New Jersey
Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 4:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Experience the dynamic, centuries-old technique of bobbin lace making.
Meet the Author: Amy Jo Burns
Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
FTPL welcomes the return of local author Amy Jo Burns! Join us for a discussion of Amy's books, including her newest book, "Wait for Me."
Pet Loss Support Group
Sun, Apr 19, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room,Virtual Events 1
Pet parents who have lost a pet, or anticipate a loss, gather to share stories and memories with like minds and hearts.
Megabyte Mondays: Microsoft Excel Series - a computer class
Mon, Apr 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Apr 20, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Young children, accompanied by parents or caregivers, develop language in this 15-minute rhyme program which includes a simple story.
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Mon, Apr 20, 10:30am - 10:45am
DeMott Lane Branch
A lapsit program for our youngest ones (accompanied by parents or caregivers). Babies will bounce through this active 15-minute program!
Monday Morning Storytime @ Lewis Street - ages 0-5 years
Mon, Apr 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lewis Street Branch
Traditional storytime with stories, songs, rhymes & musical instruments like shakers & tambourines! *April 27 is a special Take/Make only.
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Mon, Apr 20, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
All Levels Yoga
Mon, Apr 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Apr 20, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Art Box: Flowerpot Decorating @ DeMott Lane - ages 6-12 years
Mon, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Let's get planting! Come on in & decorate a flower pot. Receive soil and seeds to add to your pot and watch it grow! Dress for Mess.
Build & Play @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 5 years
Tue, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
"Build & Play" introduces toddlers to the exciting world of building, stacking, and constructing through fun, safe, and age-appropriate activities.
Ageless Grace
Tue, Apr 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Men and women are joining in the fun of this evidence-based seated exercise, using the cutting edge science of neuroplasticity.
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
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Franklin Township Astronomy Club
Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Attend the club's monthly meeting!
Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane - novice & intermediate players
Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a lightly-competitive club to meet other chess players & share strategies.
Tech-Help @ DeMott Lane
Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.
Once Upon A Time Storytime @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years old
Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
A traditional half-hour themed storytime that includes stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Wed, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 2:15pm
DeMott Lane Branch
A lapsit program for our youngest ones (accompanied by parents or caregivers). Babies will bounce through this active 15-minute program!
Teen Kindness Club
Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for a community service activity and earn an hour of volunteer time. Open to students ages 12-17. Snacks will be served! Please be sure to register.
Sidewalk Chalk @ Lewis Street branch - all ages!
Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Lewis Street Branch
Join us outside in front of the Youth Center building to create artistry on the sidewalk panels!
Meeting: Library Board of Trustees
Wed, Apr 22, 5:45pm - 8:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public are welcome.
Protect Franklin Township’s Night Sky - presented by the Franklin Township Astronomy Club
Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Learn about light pollution, the environmental impact of artificial light at night, and how to reduce light pollution in your neighborhood.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
This gentle class focuses on an exploration of basic yoga poses and how to connect them through attention to breathing, alignment and mindfulness.
Tinker Time @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 5-12 years
Thu, Apr 23, 4:45pm - 5:15pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Join us for a STEM activity!
Teen Crochet Club at Franklin Park - Learn to Crochet with us!
Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Teens come learn to crochet! Open to students ages 12-17. Teens who know how to crochet are welcome to come and stitch with us! Please register.
Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 5 years old
Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 6:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Young children, accompanied by parents or caregivers, develop language in this active 15-minute rhymes program which includes a simple story!
Rhythm & Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-4 years
Fri, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a rollicking rhyme program with a story!
Movie Matinee: Marty Supreme (2025)
Fri, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Rated R. 2 hours, 30 minutes.
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
Thai Cooking Demonstration - Presented by Nick Mietkowski
Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Learn how to make Thai Curry, Vegetarian Spring Rolls and Thai Iced Tea!
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 10:15am
Megabyte Mondays: Microsoft Excel Series - a computer class
Mon, Apr 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Apr 27, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Young children, accompanied by parents or caregivers, develop language in this 15-minute rhyme program which includes a simple story.
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Mon, Apr 27, 10:30am - 10:45am
DeMott Lane Branch
A lapsit program for our youngest ones (accompanied by parents or caregivers). Babies will bounce through this active 15-minute program!
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Mon, Apr 27, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
All Levels Yoga
Mon, Apr 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Apr 27, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Storytime Adventures @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 5 years
Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Join us for stories, rhymes and a craft!
Tai Chi for Beginners
Tue, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Experience authentic Tai Chi training, also referred to as 'Meditation in Motion,' with Dr. Gang Huang.
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane - novice & intermediate players
Tue, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a lightly-competitive club to meet other chess players & share strategies.
Potato Head Play @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years
Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for drop-in Potato Head free play using the library's extra special potatos!
Sit n' Stitch @ Franklin Park Branch
Wed, Apr 29, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Share your current projects with fellow crafters!
Tap Away Stress
Wed, Apr 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Learn "Emotional Freedom Techniques" or "tapping" to help reduce stress and gain control of your emotions.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Wed, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 2:15pm
DeMott Lane Branch
A lapsit program for our youngest ones (accompanied by parents or caregivers). Babies will bounce through this active 15-minute program!
Move, Breathe, Meditate
Thu, Apr 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Meditate with us
LEGO Club at Lewis Street Branch - all ages!
Thu, Apr 30, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lewis Street Branch
Do you like building or engineering? Join us for a relaxed and fun LEGO Club! We supply the LEGOs, you supply the imagination as you freestyle build!
Flowerpot Painting! - Teen Craft!
Thu, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
We’ll paint some pots and plant some flower seeds! Open to students ages 12-17. Please register.
Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 5 years old
Thu, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 6:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Young children, accompanied by parents or caregivers, develop language in this active 15-minute rhymes program which includes a simple story!
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
Megabyte Mondays: Introduction to PowerPoint - a computer class
Mon, May 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Mon, May 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
All Levels Yoga
Mon, May 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, May 04, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, May 06, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, May 06, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
Megabyte Mondays: iPhone Basics Series - a computer class
Mon, May 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Mon, May 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
All Levels Yoga
Mon, May 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, May 11, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Alzheimer’s New Jersey Family Support Group for Caregivers
Tue, May 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, Alzheimer’s New Jersey Family Support Groups provide families and caregivers with the emotional support and education they need.
Tai Chi for Beginners
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Experience authentic Tai Chi training, also referred to as 'Meditation in Motion,' with Dr. Gang Huang.
Registration opens Thursday, April 2 2026 at 6:00pm
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, May 13, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, May 13, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Chair Yoga
Thu, May 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
This gentle class focuses on an exploration of basic yoga poses and how to connect them through attention to breathing, alignment and mindfulness.
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Sat, May 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
The Cranberry Lacemakers of Central New Jersey
Sat, May 16, 10:30am - 4:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Experience the dynamic, centuries-old technique of bobbin lace making.
Pet Loss Support Group
Sun, May 17, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room,Virtual Events 1
Pet parents who have lost a pet, or anticipate a loss, gather to share stories and memories with like minds and hearts.
Megabyte Mondays: iPhone Basics Series - a computer class
Mon, May 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Mon, May 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
All Levels Yoga
Mon, May 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, May 18, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
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Franklin Township Astronomy Club
Tue, May 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Attend the club's monthly meeting!
Move, Breathe, Meditate
Wed, May 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Meditate with us
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, May 20, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, May 20, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Open Books, Open Minds: Historical Fiction Book Club
Thu, May 21, 1:45pm - 2:45pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
May's Selection: Madame Fourcade's Secret War by Lynne Olson
All Branches Closed
Sat, May 23, All day
DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Children's Programing Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
All Branches Closed
All Branches Closed
Sun, May 24, All day
DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Children's Programing Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
All Branches Closed
All Branches Closed
Mon, May 25, All day
DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Children's Programing Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
All Branches Closed
Tai Chi for Beginners
Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Experience authentic Tai Chi training, also referred to as 'Meditation in Motion,' with Dr. Gang Huang.
Registration opens Thursday, April 16 2026 at 6:00pm
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Tap Away Stress
Wed, May 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Learn "Emotional Freedom Techniques" or "tapping" to help reduce stress and gain control of your emotions.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, May 27, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, May 27, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Meeting: Library Board of Trustees
Wed, May 27, 5:45pm - 8:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public are welcome.
Chair Yoga
Thu, May 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
This gentle class focuses on an exploration of basic yoga poses and how to connect them through attention to breathing, alignment and mindfulness.
Move, Breathe, Meditate
Thu, May 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Meditate with us
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Sat, May 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
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