Franklinville Public Library (John W. Clark Library)
Programs for All Ages
Summer Reading 2024: Adventure Begins at Your Library!
Children
Learn and Play Preschool Storytime
Bring kids each Tuesdays at 10:30 am to learn and play with stories and activities for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. This is a great opportunity for socialization for children and caregivers alike
School-Age Programs
Explore educational, STEAM activities on select Wednesday afternoons at 3:30 pm. Best for ages 5-12. This is a great afterschool activity. Check our calendar or call 336-824-4020 for more information.
During the summer, we offer school-age programs weekly at various times.
Adults
Snippets Book Club
Join us the third Monday of each month at 12:30 pm to talk about the latest issue of The Sun literary magazine. Stop by to pick up your copy.
Chat and Craft
Calling all senior adults! Bring a craft and enjoy coffee, chatting, and cookies with other mature adults. Meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 2:30 pm.
Monthly Programs
Try your hand at everything from Crochet to Genealogy with our monthly programs on specific Thursdays at 6:00 pm. Visit our calendar for more information.
Seed Library
What 
is a seed library? The Seed Library is a seed lending and swapping program to cultivate community and give folks the tools and knowledge they need to grow, save, and share food for years to come.
How the heck do you borrow seeds? Check seeds out, grow them, harvest the produce, save seeds at the end of the season, and 'return' your saved seeds. There are no fees or fines as the seeds are not checked out on your account. Look for programs throughout the year related to saving, growing, harvesting, and sharing seeds.
When do I harvest seeds? And how? This varies from plant to plant, but is usually pretty simple. We’ve included information on when and how to harvest seeds on each seed packet.
Do I need to wash seeds? Generally, not. You’ll want to clean the bulk of the flesh off, but a little is fine. It is absolutely essential that you let them dry completely, though. Lay the unwashed seeds out on paper and let them dry for two weeks.
How should I store seeds? Once completely dry, wrap seeds in paper or put in an envelope. Label it. Store it in an airtight container in a cool, dark place like a closet. You can even add some rice to the storage container to ensure seeds stay dry and mildew free.
How do I ‘return’ seeds? Bring your seeds to the library in an envelope, paper bag, or just wrapped with paper. Write your name and telephone number/email on the outside. We’ll follow up with some questions.
What happens if I don’t have any seeds to return? Sometimes, even with the best efforts, plants fail. Try again next year. You might want to keep a journal to track your successes and challenges.
Can I share seeds from my garden? Yes! Any seeds can be added to the seed library as long as they are open-pollinated.
We Want Your Seeds! Do you have a flower that has been passed down through generations? A tomato that you love? We’d love to have your seeds and your stories!
About Us
Franklinville Library is the county's oldest library. It was established in the summer of 1924 by the late John W. Clark. It was the first such institution in the county. Following the death of John W. Clark Franklinville Library was renamed the John W. Clark Public Library.
Location
111 Sumner place
Franklinville, NC 27248
Phone: 336-824-4020
Hours
Monday-Thursday 10-6
Sunday 1-5
Library Manager
Charity Johnson
cjohnson@randolphlibrary.org
Events
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