Tech Help, Book Club, Mahjong Club, Adult Craft Workshop and Community Conversations at the Franklin County Public Libraries

The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) announces a month of creative, engaging, and relaxed programs at the Franklin County Public Libraries. All programs are free and open to the public with no library card required.  Please note: both branches will be closing at 1 pm on Wednesday, August 26 for staff development.

Tech Help sessions will return on Tuesday, August 11 at 11 am at the Carrabelle Branch. Patrons may receive one-on-one assistance with devices, email, digital resources, and more. No registration is required; drop-ins are welcome.

Novels & Nibbles: Book Club will meet on Tuesday, August 11 from 12–1:30 pm at the Eastpoint Branch to discuss the month’s selection, The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner. Light refreshments will be served.

Mahjong Club meets for open play Tuesday, August 11 from 1 pm to 4 pm at the Eastpoint Branch. All players are invited to join in the fun.

Adult Crafternoon: Make Up Crafts will be offered on Thursday, August 13 at 2:30 pm at the Eastpoint Branch. This workshop offers adults the opportunity to create a craft they may have missed at an earlier session or revisit one of their favorites. With a variety of craft projects available, participants can enjoy a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere while expressing their creativity, regardless of skill level.

A Community Conversations session will be held on Saturday, August 15, at 11 am at the Eastpoint Branch. The Franklin County Public Library invites community members to share their experiences, identify barriers, and suggest improvements to make the Eastpoint Branch more welcoming and accessible for everyone. Feedback will help guide future improvements through the Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities grant. Open to all.

These programs are supported by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, a 501(c)(3) organization. For more information or to join the Friends, please visit friendsfcpl.com or contact the Carrabelle Branch at 311 St. James Ave SE (Hwy 98), 850-275-9895, or the Eastpoint Branch at 160 Hickory Dip Rd, 850-670-8151. Programs are funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.