Events Calendar / Tween
Kids Yarn Social Hour
Learn new stitches, and hangout with other knitters & crocheters! Grades 4+
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Monday Matinee: Knives Out (2019, Rated PG-13, 2h 10m)
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.
Sand Painting
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.
Turtle Ornament Painting
Decorate your own wooden turtle to celebrate Fred’s Birthday! Ages 3+
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Satellite Spark: Dino Mash-Up Madness
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.
DATE CHANGE—Satellite Spark: Dino Mash-Up Madness
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.
Kids Paint Afternoon
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+
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Open Color
Drop in to color printed out pictures and do fun mazes and word activity sheets!
All Ages
Kids’ Chess Club
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.
Pipe Cleaner Snowflakes
These beautiful beaded snowflakes are one of a kind, make your own to have a forever winter wonderland!
Ages 5+
Book Buddies: Reading to Dogs (Duncan)
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.
Satellite Sparklab: Snowstorm in a Jar
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
DIY Pet Toys - McAuliffe Branch
Make one, Give one! Make your own pet toy and then make more for us to donate to local shelters!
All Ages
Lego Build
Make a LEGO creation each month, using our spinning wheel of ideas or using your imagination! Ages 5+
Kids’ Chess Club
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.
Kids Yarn Social Hour
Learn new stitches, and hangout with other knitters & crocheters! Grades 4+
- Main Library ,
- Spark Lab @ FPL ,
- Kids ,
- Tween ,
- Monthly ,
- Art ,
- Club ,
- Crafts
Winter Solstice Craft
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
DIY Snow Globes
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
Book Buddies: Reading to Dogs (Daisy)
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.