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Open Books, Open Minds: Historical Fiction Book Club
2026-12-03 13:45:00 2026-12-03 14:45:00 America/New_York Open Books, Open Minds: Historical Fiction Book Club December's selection: "Hang the Moon" by Jeannette Walls Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

Thursday, December 03
1:45pm - 2:45pm

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Franklin Park Branch

Franklin Park Community Room

December's selection: "Hang the Moon" by Jeannette Walls

Join us for a discussion of Hang the Moon by Jeannette Walls.

A limited number of copies of the book will be available for pick up at the Franklin Park Branch Library.

Registration is not required. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Club |

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Franklin Park Branch
Phone: 732-873-8700 opt. 5
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The Franklin Park Branch is located just off Claremont Road on Clover Place right next door to the Franklin Park School.

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Tue, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New date Tuesday, December 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Experience authentic Tai Chi training, also referred to as 'Meditation in Motion,' with Dr. Gang Huang.
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, Dec 09, 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, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
FTPL @ Home - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Dec 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
FTPL @ Home - 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 - Winter Reading Challenge Kickoff!
Fri, Dec 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Adults are invited to come play bingo for a chance to win free books!
Jigsaw Puzzle Swap
Sat, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Trade for new-to-you puzzles!
Megabyte Mondays: Google Docs & Sheets - a computer class
Mon, Dec 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Beginner Yoga
Mon, Dec 14, 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, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Casual Party Food: Sliders, Skewers, and More - a virtual cooking class with Vanessa from Thirsty Radish
Mon, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
FTPL @ Home - Virtual Events 1
Watch Vanessa from Thirsty Radish work in her kitchen, from yours!
Ageless Grace
Tue, Dec 15, 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, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Cancelled
Franklin Township Astronomy Club
Tue, Dec 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Attend the club's monthly meeting!
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, Dec 16, 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, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
FTPL @ Home - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Meeting: Library Board of Trustees
Wed, Dec 16, 5:45pm - 8:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public are welcome.
Move, Breathe, Meditate
Thu, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Begin your meditation journey here. The benefits of a regular meditation practice are life-altering. The key is consistent practice.
The New Yorker Short Story Club
Fri, Dec 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
December's selection: "Appeasement, Ohio" by George Saunders (Oct. 26, 2026 issue)
The Cranberry Lacemakers of Central New Jersey
Sat, Dec 19, 10:30am - 4:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Experience the dynamic, centuries-old technique of bobbin lace making.
Pet Loss Support Group
Sun, Dec 20, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
FTPL @ Home
Pet parents who have lost a pet, or anticipate a loss, gather to share stories and memories with like minds and hearts.
Megabyte Mondays: Introduction to Gmail - a computer class
Mon, Dec 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Beginner Yoga
Mon, Dec 21, 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, Dec 21, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Cancelled
Tai Chi for Beginners
Tue, Dec 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Experience authentic Tai Chi training, also referred to as 'Meditation in Motion,' with Dr. Gang Huang.
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Dec 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Sit n' Stitch @ Franklin Park Branch
Wed, Dec 23, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Share your current projects with fellow crafters!
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, Dec 23, 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, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
FTPL @ Home - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
DeMott Lane Branch Closed
Thu, Dec 24, All day
DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Children's Programing Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
All Branches Closed
DeMott Lane Branch Closed
Fri, Dec 25, All day
DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Children's Programing Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
All Branches Closed
DeMott Lane Branch Closed
Sat, Dec 26, All day
DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Children's Programing Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
All Branches Closed
DeMott Lane Branch Closed
Sun, Dec 27, All day
DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Children's Programing Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
All Branches Closed
Megabyte Mondays: Using Google Calendar & Google Keep - a computer class
Mon, Dec 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Beginner Yoga
Mon, Dec 28, 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, Dec 28, 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, Dec 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
FTPL @ Home - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
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