Make an appointment for remote, one-on-one Resume Help and Job Searching Strategies with professional career coach Ed Lawrence.
Appointments are free and available every Thursday from 9am-1:30pm online via Zoom. Please email elawrence@minlib.net to schedule your appointment.
Join Leslie Gabriele of With Love and Gratitude on the third Thursday of each month for a half hour of guided meditation and other opportunities for carefree relaxation.
Join our Meditation mailing list to receive a monthly email with Zoom link.
Join the McAuliffe Morning Book Group for this month's pick: Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate. Come in person to the McAuliffe Branch or join via Zoom. Register for the Zoom link.
Based on one of America’s most notorious real-life scandals—in which Georgia Tann, director of a Memphis-based adoption organization, kidnapped and sold poor children to wealthy families all over the country—Lisa Wingate’s riveting, wrenching, and ultimately uplifting tale reminds us how, even though the paths we take can lead to many places, the heart never forgets where we belong.
A selfish prince is cursed to become a monster for the rest of his life, unless he learns to fall in love with a beautiful young woman he keeps prisoner.
Learn new stitches, and hangout with other knitters & crocheters! Grades 4+
A twice monthly meeting for LGBTQIA+ and allied teens to hang out and do crafts. On the first Thursday, we’ll be at the Main Library, and on the third Thursday, we’ll meet at the McAuliffe Branch.
Grades 6-12
250 years ago this fall, the royal governor of Massachusetts lost control of his colony. Join Dr. Adelman as he explains how town meetings, local committees, and an unauthorized provincial congress claimed the right for colonists to govern themselves in the fall of 1774.
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Play video games and eat snacks.
If you'd like to be added to our monthly reminder email list for our Video Game Hangouts, just fill out the form at this link: https://bit.ly/VGH-Reminder
Grades 6-12
Join artist Stacey Peasley as we fall into Fall with some festive songs for the season! Sing, dance, and join in on the fun!
All Ages
Join us at the Main Library for an afternoon of Music Bingo! Test your knowledge of music from a variety of genres.
To register for a reminder email, fill out the form here: https://bit.ly/fpl-music-bingo
Grades 6-12
中文读书会 3-6岁宝宝 绘本，儿歌，手工
时间：每周六下午3-4点
·McAuliffe Library： 9月7，21(10am-11am)； 10月5，19； 11月2，16
·Main Library： 9月14，18； 10月12，16； 11月9，23 地点：
• McAuliffe Branch: 746 Water Street, Framingham, MA 01701
• Main Library: 49 Lexington Street, Framingham, MA 01702
Squish, push, and explore with fun winter themed sensory bags!
Ages 0-4
Fun, safe, and simple sensory activities to help with exploration.
Join your familiar children’s librarians for some stories and a craft, and keep adding to your 1000 books before Kindergarten list.
Ages 2-5, all welcome. In-person.
When renowned crime novelist Harlan Thrombey is found dead at his estate just after his 85th birthday, the inquisitive and debonair Detective Benoit Blanc is mysteriously enlisted to investigate.
Make a bag, stuffed animal, or whatever else you come up with! Come one week to make something simple, or come back several weeks in a row to make an elaborate masterpiece!
Fill out our registration form here if you'd like to sign up for Teen Craft program reminders: https://bit.ly/FPL-Teen-Crafts
Grades 6-12
A variety of functional fitness exercises to tone core, upper and lower body muscles followed by stretches. This is a low impact class designed to be adaptable to participants’ different levels.
If you haven't already, join our Execise mailing list to receive email reminders of upcoming classes.
Hatch and play with your own baby dinosaurs!
Fun, safe, and simple sensory activities to help your babies and toddlers explore.
Ages 0-4
Join our club and meet weekly (9 sessions) to learn to code and change the world! Using the curriculum from girlswhocode.com, participants will gain an understanding of computer science concepts through reading discussions and coding activities. Grades 3-5.
Space is limited; registration required: https://tinyurl.com/FPLCode2024
Download our info packet here!
What to do with jigsaw puzzles you’ve completed? Swap them! Bring your puzzles to exchange with others. No puzzle to swap? Come anyway; there are always extras for you to take. All ages and levels welcome.
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit. Ages 0-2 years
Join Maggie Crowley from Mass Ballet as she shares a story woven together with movement activities and music.
Ages 1+
Navajo sand painting has its roots in traditional Navajo medicine and ceremonies. Join us in learning about the practice and history while making your own images in honor of Native American Heritage Month.
All Ages
Our Commitment to Cultural Respect: At Framingham Public Library, we believe in honoring and respecting all cultures. This event aims to educate participants about the cultural significance of sand painting while promoting understanding and appreciation for the Indigenous Peoples that paint them. Our activity is designed to inspire creativity while fostering cultural sensitivity and respect.
Cozy up your fall decor with this fun yarn leaf craft! It’s a great way to bring a touch of nature indoors. Pick your favorite yarn colors and let your creativity flow as you create beautiful, textured leaves.
When a young Inuit hunter needlessly kills a bear, he is magically changed into a bear himself as punishment with a talkative cub being his only guide to changing back. Rated G; 85 mins; Closed captions provided. All Ages
Join us for knitting, crochet, and yarn crafting social hour! This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but in person we can offer pointers and tips.
Decorate your own wooden turtle to celebrate Fred’s Birthday! Ages 3+
Bring to life extinct dinosaurs with a pop of color on black paper!
Ages 2+
Drop in to our Dinosaur Design Lab. Use your imagination and add a splash of randomness by rolling dice to craft your own hybrid dinosaur!
Ages 8+
This Program's date and time has been changed due to the library closing on Friday, November 29th.
Join us for knitting, crochet, and yarn crafting social hour! This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but in person we can offer pointers and tips.
This program's date and time have been changed due to the library closing on Friday, November 29th.
Please join us on Wednesday, November 27th at 12:30.
Luckily for young Arlo, his parents and his two siblings, the mighty dinosaurs were not wiped out 65 million years ago. When a rainstorm washes poor Arlo downriver, he ends up bruised, battered and miles away from home. Good fortune shines on the frightened dino when he meets Spot, a Neanderthal boy who offers his help and friendship. Together, the unlikely duo embark on an epic adventure to reunite Arlo with his beloved family. Rated: PG; Runtime: 93 mins. Closed Captions provided.
Hang out and paint a chosen fall scene on canvas. Juice and snacks provided! Get a raffle ticket from the Children’s Desk within 30 minutes of the program to secure your spot. Space is limited. Ages 7+
Join your familiar children’s librarians for some stories and a craft, and keep adding to your 1000 books before Kindergarten list.
Ages 2-5, all welcome. In-person.
A variety of functional fitness exercises to tone core, upper and lower body muscles followed by stretches. This is a low impact class designed to be adaptable to participants’ different levels.
If you haven't already, join our Execise mailing list to receive email reminders of upcoming classes.
Join our club and meet weekly (9 sessions) to learn to code and change the world! Using the curriculum from girlswhocode.com, participants will gain an understanding of computer science concepts through reading discussions and coding activities. Grades 3-5.
Space is limited; registration required: https://tinyurl.com/FPLCode2024
Download our info packet here!
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit. Ages 0-2 years
Explore Notre Dame de Paris through the centuries and discover the history of this famous cathedral in virtual reality. To reserve a 45 minute time slot, please call the McAuliffe Branch at 508-532-5636 or register online.
Join the Main Library Adult Book Discussion online for our December book pick: Long Island by Colm Toibin.
If you are new to this book group and are not a member of our mailing list, join the Main Library Book Discussion mailing list to receive the Zoom link.
Join us for knitting, crochet, and yarn crafting social hour! This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but in person we can offer pointers and tips.
Explore Notre Dame de Paris through the centuries and discover the history of this famous cathedral in virtual reality. To reserve a 45 minute time slot, please call the McAuliffe Branch at 508-532-5636 or register online.
Drop in to color printed out pictures and do fun mazes and word activity sheets!
All Ages
Join this class to maintain body flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress.
If you haven't already, join our Execise mailing list to receive email reminders of upcoming classes.
1st Wednesday of every Month, 5PM | MAIN, HOMEWORK CENTER [NEW DATE!]
3rd Tuesday of every Month, 5PM | MCAULIFFE, COMMUNITY ROOM
This Chess Club is an informal group welcoming everyone from new players to junior chess masters! Chess boards are provided, but you can bring your own. Staff are available to help with questions, but will not be teaching chess. For Elementary and Middle School Students.
Join us for knitting, crochet, and yarn crafting social hour! This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but in person we can offer pointers and tips.
Bring your writing tools and join us as we build a local community of writers. No experience required, only a will to write and connect.
Make an appointment for remote, one-on-one Resume Help and Job Searching Strategies with professional career coach Ed Lawrence.
Appointments are free and available every Thursday from 9am-1:30pm online via Zoom. Please email elawrence@minlib.net to schedule your appointment.
A twice monthly meeting for LGBTQIA+ and allied teens to hang out and do crafts. On the first Thursday, we’ll be at the Main Library, and on the third Thursday, we’ll meet at the McAuliffe Branch.
Grades 6-12
Explore the profound themes of moral growth, guilt, and redemption in Dostoevsky’s works, particularly how punishment serves as a tool for education and personal transformation.
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
These beautiful beaded snowflakes are one of a kind, make your own to have a forever winter wonderland!
Ages 5+
Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus and enjoy hot chocolate, cookies, and holiday music! Visit the bookmobile for free books and green screen photos! Take a storywalk and get a special visit from the Yeti!
For additional information, visit framinghamma.gov/treelighting.
Improve your reading skills by reading aloud to your new Book Buddy. Registration required. Call 508-532-5636 or drop by to sign up for a time slot.
Registro requerido! Ligue para 508-532-5636 para se registrar. Melhore suas habilidades de leitura de maneira divertida, lendo em voz alta. Todas as idades.
¡Se requiere registrarse! Llame al 508-532-5636 para registrarse. Mejore sus habilidades de lectura de forma divertida leyendo en voz alta. Todas las edades.
Make one, give one! Make your own cat or dog toys and then make more for us to donate to local shelters! All ages.
Join your familiar children’s librarians for some stories and a craft, and keep adding to your 1000 books before Kindergarten list.
Ages 2-5, all welcome. In-person.
A variety of functional fitness exercises to tone core, upper and lower body muscles followed by stretches. This is a low impact class designed to be adaptable to participants’ different levels.
If you haven't already, join our Execise mailing list to receive email reminders of upcoming classes.
Join our club and meet weekly (9 sessions) to learn to code and change the world! Using the curriculum from girlswhocode.com, participants will gain an understanding of computer science concepts through reading discussions and coding activities. Grades 3-5.
Space is limited; registration required: https://tinyurl.com/FPLCode2024
Download our info packet here!
Come join instructor Ashwini Chitnavis as she joyfully leads this adult-only paint night! No Experience is necessary; supplies and instruction are provided. Limited to 20 participants. Register now!
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit. Ages 0-2 years
Play in the snow without the winter cold!
Ages 0-4
Fun, safe, and simple sensory activities to help with exploration.
Join us for our book swap event and exchange your gently used books for new literary treasures! It's a fantastic opportunity to discover new authors, meet fellow book lovers, and share your favorite reads. Don’t forget to bring along a few books to trade and enjoy refreshments while you chat about your latest literary finds!
Join us on January 14 for our next McAuliffe Book Discussion: Everyone In My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson.
Join us for knitting, crochet, and yarn crafting social hour! This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but in person we can offer pointers and tips.
Long-struggling musician Jack Frost swerves off an icy mountain road and is killed. Then, one cold winter's night, Jack magically returns as a walking, talking, ski-slope-shredding snowman. Determined to be the father he always wanted to be, Jack embarks on a quest to show Charlie that when it comes to being totally cool, there's no dad like a snowdad!
Want to improve your job interview skills? Join career coach Ed Lawrence for this free monthly practice session. No registration required. Drop-ins welcome!
Join this class to maintain body flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress.
If you haven't already, join our Execise mailing list to receive email reminders of upcoming classes.
Join us for knitting, crochet, and yarn crafting social hour! This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but in person we can offer pointers and tips.
Join us in person or online for this month's Science Fiction Book Discussion for The White Mountains by John Christopher.
If you are new to this book group and are not a member of our mailing list, join the Science Fiction Book Discussion mailing list to receive the Zoom link.
Make an appointment for remote, one-on-one Resume Help and Job Searching Strategies with professional career coach Ed Lawrence.
Appointments are free and available every Thursday from 9am-1:30pm online via Zoom. Please email elawrence@minlib.net to schedule your appointment.
Be ready for those holiday parties with a custom “ugly sweater.” Bring a sweater, sweatshirt, or shirt of your choice and we’ll supply the crazy decorations! Adults, teens, and kids welcome.
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Join us for a fun winter science experiment! We’re making a snow storm in a jar, and will be learning what causes different types of chemical reactions!
Supplies Limited
Grades 4-8
The Framingham Public Library is bringing back silent movie pianist Richard Hughes to accompany a slap-stick comedy favorite, Buster Keaton, who stars in an action filled, slightly romantic, hilariously comical 1923 film called “Our Hospitality.” As usual, his sight gags and chase scenes are over the top. It’s still funny to watch after 100 years!
Make one, Give one! Make your own pet toy and then make more for us to donate to local shelters!
All Ages
Join us for another Bob Dodd Sunday Concert, featuring pianist John Ferguson for another energizing performance. Doors open at 2:30. Refreshments provided.
Join your familiar children’s librarians for some stories and a craft, and keep adding to your 1000 books before Kindergarten list.
Ages 2-5, all welcome. In-person.
Make a LEGO creation each month, using our spinning wheel of ideas or using your imagination! Ages 5+
A variety of functional fitness exercises to tone core, upper and lower body muscles followed by stretches. This is a low impact class designed to be adaptable to participants’ different levels.
If you haven't already, join our Execise mailing list to receive email reminders of upcoming classes.
Join our club and meet weekly (9 sessions) to learn to code and change the world! Using the curriculum from girlswhocode.com, participants will gain an understanding of computer science concepts through reading discussions and coding activities. Grades 3-5.
Space is limited; registration required: https://tinyurl.com/FPLCode2024
Download our info packet here!
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit. Ages 0-2 years
1st Wednesday of every Month, 5PM | MAIN, HOMEWORK CENTER [NEW DATE!]
3rd Tuesday of every Month, 5PM | MCAULIFFE, COMMUNITY ROOM
This Chess Club is an informal group welcoming everyone from new players to junior chess masters! Chess boards are provided, but you can bring your own. Staff are available to help with questions, but will not be teaching chess. For Elementary and Middle School Students.
Celebrate the 45th anniversary of the Main Framingham Public Library. Join us for a short ceremony, historical displays, and refreshments!
Celebrate the winter solstice with fellow bibliophiles for a fun evening of creativity, where you'll create beautiful book trees to adorn your home! All materials will be provided, so come ready to craft! Supplies and space are limited.
Join us for knitting, crochet, and yarn crafting social hour! This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but in person we can offer pointers and tips.
Based on the true story of the most famous team in the history of American sports: the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team. Follow from the team's selection process to the ultimate victory over Finland for the gold. Celebrates American patriotism at its best.
Join this class to maintain body flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress.
If you haven't already, join our Execise mailing list to receive email reminders of upcoming classes.
Join us for knitting, crochet, and yarn crafting social hour! This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but in person we can offer pointers and tips.
Join the Craft Ladies for an Adult Crafting night! We will be making "stained glass" art with black cardstock and pieces of colored tissue paper. Space and supplies are limited. Register now!
Bring your writing tools and join us as we build a local community of writers. No experience required, only a will to write and connect.
Make an appointment for remote, one-on-one Resume Help and Job Searching Strategies with professional career coach Ed Lawrence.
Appointments are free and available every Thursday from 9am-1:30pm online via Zoom. Please email elawrence@minlib.net to schedule your appointment.
Join Leslie Gabriele of With Love and Gratitude on the third Thursday of each month for a half hour of guided meditation and other opportunities for carefree relaxation.
Join our Meditation mailing list to receive a monthly email with Zoom link.
When Lila Macapagal moves back home to recover from a horrible breakup, her life seems to be following all the typical rom-com tropes. But when a notoriously nasty food critic (who happens to be her ex-boyfriend) drops dead moments after a confrontation with Lila, her life quickly swerves from a Nora Ephron romp to an Agatha Christie case. Armed with the nosy auntie network, her barista best bud, and her trusted Dachshund, Longanisa, Lila takes on this tasty, twisted case and soon finds her own neck on the chopping block...
Join us on January 16 for our next McAuliffe Book Discussion: The Children’s Blizzard by Melanie Benjamin.
Screen legends Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire sing and dance in one of the most timeless holiday classics of all time. Crosby plays a song and dance man who leaves showbiz to run an inn that is open only on holidays. Astaire plays his former partner and rival in love. Follow the two talented pals as they find themselves competing for the affections of the same lovely lady.
Learn new stitches, and hangout with other knitters & crocheters! Grades 4+
A twice monthly meeting for LGBTQIA+ and allied teens to hang out and do crafts. On the first Thursday, we’ll be at the Main Library, and on the third Thursday, we’ll meet at the McAuliffe Branch.
Grades 6-12
This month, join the Queer Reads Book Discussion for 10 Things That Never Happened by Alexis Hall, an opposites-attract romance between two very lonely people who come together through some rather unlikely circumstances.
Join our Queer Reads Book Discussion mailing list to learn each month's chosen book and meeting location. Our meetings are monthly and in-person at the Main Library or McAuliffe Branch.
Join us on Zoom for this annual tradition! Don’t miss this opportunity to see Charles Dickens’ masterpiece come to life! Dickens prepared a special version of A Christmas Carol used during reading tours in England and the United States. See Dr. Helen Heineman perform a dramatized reading of this version, enhanced by a slideshow of over 200 illustrations!
Join us and your local, fellow veterans on the 3rd Friday of each month for free coffee and light refreshments.
This program is a collaboration between the Framingham Public Library and the City of Framingham Veterans Services.
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Join us on the 3rd Saturday of each month (except for July and August) beginning at 10am for our monthly book sale at the Main Library.
Help support your local library! Learn more and join Friends of the Framingham Library.
NOTE: Prices are subject to change.
Come make some Pine Cone Bird Feeders to celebrate the Winter Solstice! These feeders will help birds that live in your backyard find food during the winter. This program is peanut butter free.
All Ages
2 de noviembre (a las 3 de la tarde), 21 de diciembre, 11 de enero, 8 de febrero, 8 de marzo, 5 de abril, 10 de mayo
Acompáñenos para escuchar historias divertidas y hacer manualidades temáticas. Todas las edades son bienvenidas. Se recomiendan las manualidades para niños mayores de 3 años.
Join your familiar children’s librarians for some stories and a craft, and keep adding to your 1000 books before Kindergarten list.
Ages 2-5, all welcome. In-person.
The Muppets' version of the Dickens holiday classic about a miser who's visited by three ghosts features Kermit the Frog as the penny-pincher's hardworking and loyal employee.
What to do with jigsaw puzzles you’ve completed? Swap them! Bring your puzzles to exchange with others. No puzzle to swap? Come anyway; there are always extras for you to take. All ages and levels welcome.
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit. Ages 0-2 years
Make an appointment for remote, one-on-one Resume Help and Job Searching Strategies with professional career coach Ed Lawrence.
Appointments are free and available every Thursday from 9am-1:30pm online via Zoom. Please email elawrence@minlib.net to schedule your appointment.
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Kick back this winter break and make your own themed snow globes! With glitter, figurines, and a ton of imagination, you’re bound to have fun making and shaking these snow globes!
Ages 8+
Supplies Limited
Do you want to build a (cottonball) snowman? Or perhaps see one melt away? Make one or both for this winter wonderland craft!
Ages 2+
Join us for our monthly Bachata at the library! It's beginner-friendly and inclusive. No partner is necessary. Everyone is welcome! The lesson will be followed by a social dance party.
Join your familiar children’s librarians for some stories and a craft, and keep adding to your 1000 books before Kindergarten list.
Ages 2-5, all welcome. In-person.
Improve your reading skills by reading aloud to your new Book Buddy. Registration required. Call 508-532-5636 or drop by to sign up for a time slot.
Registro requerido! Ligue para 508-532-5636 para se registrar. Melhore suas habilidades de leitura de maneira divertida, lendo em voz alta. Todas as idades.
¡Se requiere registrarse! Llame al 508-532-5636 para registrarse. Mejore sus habilidades de lectura de forma divertida leyendo en voz alta. Todas las edades.
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit. Ages 0-2 years
