Community Calendar

The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) invite residents and visitors to enjoy free, fun, and educational events —no library card required! Programs foster creativity, learning, and connection in an inclusive environment.

Adult Crafternoon
Adults will create and make a DIY Modge Podge Art Bracelet - a great way to unwind, connect with others, and take home a handmade treasure. For seasoned crafters or those just looking for a fun way to relax and meet new people, this session is designed to be an enjoyable and stress-free experience. Free and supplies are provided. No library card needed.
Date & Time: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 2:30 pm ET
Locations: Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branches.

Writer’s Forum
Aspiring and seasoned writers alike are invited to join this monthly gathering. This welcoming session will be hosted by author Dawn Radford and others, offering a wonderful opportunity for writers to network, share their work, receive feedback, and connect with fellow literary enthusiasts.
Date & Time: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 1:00 pm
Location: Eastpoint Branch

The Eastpoint Branch is located at 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, 850-670-8151 and the Carrabelle Branch is at 311 St. James Ave. SE (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, FL, 850-275-9895. These programs are supported by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, a 501(c)(3) and all supplies are provided. For details or to join the Friends, please visit https://friendsfcpl.com or contact your local branch. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) invite residents and visitors to enjoy free, fun, and educational events —no library card required! Programs foster creativity, learning, and connection in an inclusive environment.

Adult Crafternoon
Adults will create and make a DIY Modge Podge Art Bracelet - a great way to unwind, connect with others, and take home a handmade treasure. For seasoned crafters or those just looking for a fun way to relax and meet new people, this session is designed to be an enjoyable and stress-free experience. Free and supplies are provided. No library card needed.
Date & Time: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 2:30 pm ET
Locations: Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branches.

Writer’s Forum
Aspiring and seasoned writers alike are invited to join this monthly gathering. This welcoming session will be hosted by author Dawn Radford and others, offering a wonderful opportunity for writers to network, share their work, receive feedback, and connect with fellow literary enthusiasts.
Date & Time: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 1:00 pm
Location: Eastpoint Branch

The Eastpoint Branch is located at 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, 850-670-8151 and the Carrabelle Branch is at 311 St. James Ave. SE (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, FL, 850-275-9895. These programs are supported by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, a 501(c)(3) and all supplies are provided. For details or to join the Friends, please visit https://friendsfcpl.com or contact your local branch. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Torreya State Park and Historic Preservation in Florida

Mission San Luis
TEMPORARY ENTRANCE: 2021 Mission Rd.
Tallahassee, Florida

Join us to celebrate National Historic Preservation Month and learn about historic Torreya State Park and its Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) connection. The park’s historic Gregory House–one of the state’s earliest historic preservation projects–stands as a testament to the work of Black CCC companies in Florida. Andrew Waber, Historian with the Bureau of Historic Preservation, will discuss his work updating the historic designation of the state park.

Florida's Folklife Heritage

Mission San Luis
TEMPORARY ENTRANCE: 2021 Mission Rd.
Tallahassee, Florida

Dominick Tartaglia, Florida’s State Folklorist, will talk about the Florida Folklife Program, one of the oldest folklife programs in the country, and how it preserves and shares folk traditions of the Sunshine State.