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Frankton Community Library

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102 Church Street
P.O. Box 277
Frankton, IN 46044 | MAP
Phone Number (765)551-4140
Fax Number (765)754-3312

Monday - Thursday9:30 am - 7:00 pm
Friday9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday9:30 am - 1:00 pm
SundayClosed
Frankton Library calendar for October 2025 with events like book clubs, social gatherings, and Halloween activities.
Frankton Community Library October 2025 programs: Book club, crafts, chess, genealogy, kitchen activities, social events, and more.

 

Youth Programs:

Little Readers

Children ages 18 months-6  y/o are invited to join us for a fun story and a craft or coloring activity. This program is weekly on each Tuesday from 1:00 - 2:00.

*Registration required*

Three children sitting on a bench, each reading a different colored book.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Kids in the Kitchen 

Join Us for Kids in the Kitchen!
Calling all young chefs! Come cook up some fun at our Kids in the Kitchen program, where we create delicious dishes and enjoy hands-on kitchen adventures together.

We meet on the third Thursday of each month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the library.

Open to kids ages 4 to 15.
Spots are limited—call the library to register today!

A woman and two children wearing aprons and hats are joyfully baking together.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Adult Programs:

Overbooked: An Adult Book Club

Adults age 18 and over are invited to join us at the Frankton Library for open book discussions. This group meets every Wednesdays at 9:30 to discuss two monthly selections.

Please call the library at 765-551-4140 for more information or to register.

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Writer's Group

This group for adults meets every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month from 9:30am - 10:30am. A relaxed and supportive space for new or experienced writers. No sign-up required, just show up!

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Beginners Chess Club

Join our new Chess Club on the 2nd Thursday starting in September 2025. We will meet from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. to play or learn how to play chess. 

If interested please call the library at (765)551-4140.

 

A dimly lit room with a chessboard in the foreground. Chess pieces are arranged on the board, and chairs are in the background.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Frankton Senior Social

Socialize, play games, explore your creativity, learn something new or just take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holidays at the Frankton Community Library every 2nd and 4th Monday of each month from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.  

A group of elderly people playing chess and dominoes at a table, smiling and enjoying each other's company.

 

Adult Craft Night

Please sign up and join us for Adult Craft Night at the Frankton Library on the 4th Tuesday of each month from 5:30 - 7:00. p.m.

This program is primarily for adults 18 and over. All supplies are provided to registered patrons.

Table with scrapbook materials: scissors, paper scraps, notebook, fabric, tape, a decorative tin, and a pink pouch.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Euchre Night

Meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at the Frankton Community Library for a competitive and witty game of Euchre.

ATTENTION! For the month of September, we will meet the 15th at 5:30 p.m.

*Registration required*

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Adult Genealogy

Join us to learn how to navigate through your family history on the 4th Friday of each month from 3 - 5 p.m. Please contact the library if interested. 

*This program will resume in september*

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Stephen Jackson Presents

Stephen Jackson will be coming to the Frankton Library on the first Tuesday of every month at 6:00pm to discuss the history of Madison County. Refreshments provided! 

Frankton Library presents Stephen T. Jackson's 2025 talks on Madison County history, monthly from March to December.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Frankton Library's 2026 historical series: topics include revolutions, Underground Railroad, bridges, and baseball. Talks start at 6 PM.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Additional Programs:

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

 Welcome to our new program for newborns and their parents/caregivers! 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten has many goals and positive outcomes. This programs involves: bonding with your child, educating a rising generation, and so much more! Who can participate? Any child from birth until they enter kindergarten!

For more information please contact the library. 

Ways to read 1,000 books: 1/night for 3 years, 10/week for 2 years, or 20/week for 1 year.