The Franklin County Public Library District now offers six book clubs that patrons of all ages can enjoy! Our book clubs meet once a month, and we have in-person and remote options. Second Monday Book Club Second Monday Book Club is our book club geared toward adults that meets on the second Monday of every month. Read the monthly selection and join us for discussion. Fantasy Book Club This is…

We’re happy to welcome back Tricky Max and his crew of puppets for a special magic show at Brookville Library. Tricky Max and his fearless crew will take you on a high-seas mission to uncover the secrets of magic and discover that kindness and caring are the true hidden treasures inside every child. Max and Co. will be at Brookville Library on Aug. 3 at noon. Brace yourselves for anything,…

Sign-ups for the Franklin County Public Library District’s Summer Reading Program “Adventure Begins at Your Library,” start on June 21 and 22! Readers of all ages are invited to participate in our six-week program where they are rewarded for meeting their reading goals. Everyone who signs up will receive a reading/adventure log. For every 100 minutes marked on the reading log, participants will receive a ticket to put towards door…

(Brookville, IN)—The Franklin County Public Library District recently purchased the home of John Newman, located at 912 Main Street. This historic, two-story brick building will eventually house the library’s Local History and Genealogy Department, as the need for additional space has become more prevalent. “Under Julie Schlesselman’s leadership, our Local History and Genealogy Department has grown both in reputation and in volume,” said FCPLD Director, Susan Knight. “Our community has…

Author Don Kaufman will be visiting both libraries to host a writer's workshop in November.

Author Gordon Korman will be hosting a writing workshop at Brookville Library.

A Franklin County favored tradition, the Plein Air Paint Out, is returning the weekend of Oct. 20-22.