Franklin County Libraries

Our mission is to create learning opportunities that lead to personal discovery, growth, and enjoyment.

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Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission Statement

Our mission is to create learning opportunities that lead to personal discovery, growth, and enjoyment.

Vision Statement

Our vision is to nurture an innovative culture that leads Franklin County residents in the pursuit of learning for both personal and community growth by upholding our Core Values, which are:

  • Culture of Discovery – We believe that learning is a constant state of discovery and leads to the formation of new ideas and concepts that better our world.
  • Relevancy – We believe in remaining relevant to the community we serve with a readiness to evolve and change, just as the community does.
  • Quality – We believe in providing exceptional, quality service to our patrons with staff who are encouraged to grow and develop as leaders in their field.
  • Inclusion – We believe learning is a freedom that is to be shared with all individuals and helps us develop understanding and acceptance of our peers.
  • Community Impact – We believe in making a lasting impression on those around us by forming connections that spur change and build community.
  • Hospitality – We believe in treating our patrons as our guests, creating an experience that is engaging and comfortable.
  • Sustainability – We believe in doing our part to be effective stewards of the resources entrusted to us, knowing that the choices we make affect the future of our community.

Franklin County Library System Board of Directors

Officers:
President: David S. Keller
Vice-President: Luis Escobar
Secretary: Sue McLaughlin 
Treasurer: Lauren Sulcove


County Commissioner Appointed:
Amy Daly
Luis Escobar
David S. Keller
Patricia McClain
Sue McLaughlin
Debra Rosenberry
George Siehl
Kimberly Shockey
Lauren Sulcove

 

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Our Events

Please visit the FCLS Facebook page for holiday, inclement weather or any other closing announcements.

OUR CURRENT HOURS

Blue Ridge Summit Library

Monday: 3:30 pm -8:00 pm
Tuesday: 3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Wednesday: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Thursday: 3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Friday: CLOSED
Saturday: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Sunday: CLOSED

13676 Monterey Lane
PO Box 34
Blue Ridge Summit, PA 17214
(717) 794-2240

Grove Family Library

Monday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday: 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sunday: CLOSED

101 Ragged Edge Road S
Chambersburg, PA 17202
717-264-9663

Bookmobile/Outreach Services

101 Ragged Edge Rd S
Chambersburg, PA 17202
717-264-9863

Lilian S. Besore Memorial Library

Monday: 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Thursday: 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sunday: CLOSED

305 East Baltimore Street
Greencastle, PA 17225
717-597-7920

Coyle Free Library

Monday: 9:00 am – 8:30 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am – 8:30 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am – 8:30 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am – 8:30 pm
Friday: 9:00 am – 8:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday: CLOSED

102 N Main Street
Chambersburg, PA 17201
717-263-1054

St. Thomas Library

Monday: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am -2:00 pm
Thursday: CLOSED
Friday: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sunday: CLOSED

30 School House Road
St. Thomas, PA 17252
717-369-4716

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FCLS Business Office

Monday: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Tuesday: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Wednesday: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Thursday: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Friday: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

101 Ragged Edge Rd S
Chambersburg, PA 17202
717-709-0282

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