The Friends of the Franklin Public Library will be hosting a Quiltathon at the Library on September 11-12. This annual Fundraiser helps the Library with some special needs and regular programming.

The quilt tops that will be worked on are supplied by local artisans. Sue Luxbacher, a member of the Flying Needles, made the cutest children’s quilt top depicting Teddy Bears in Blue Jeans in a Snowball quilt pattern. Sue Betz and Krista Cloonan made an applique of Birdhouses in a fall setting.

This is an interactive event that anyone may participate in at any skill level. By coming in or calling the Library, you can receive a sponsor sheet and an informational letter.

Anyone may sponsor a quilter for $5, which will give you a chance to win one of the completed projects. Increase your chances by donating $20 for 5 chances. The drawing will be on October 5th. There will also be a mini consignment shop for small sewn objects, with 10% of the proceeds benefiting the Library.

People interested in participating this way could bring in their labeled and priced items to the Library on September 8th or 9th. We always have a great time and enjoy meeting new friends!