Library board approves pilot telescope-lending program

May 4, 2026

The Franklin Public Library Board of Trustees voted unanimously March 25 to authorize a pilot telescope-lending program with local astronomy partners; the club will handle checkout inspections and training, keeping most operational duties off library staff.

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The Franklin Public Library Board of Trustees voted unanimously Wednesday to authorize a pilot telescope-lending program that will let patrons borrow a telescope through an appointment-based checkout handled by a local astronomy club.

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