Join us for a yarn social hour for knitting, crocheting, and yarn crafting at the Main Library, McAuliffe Branch, or both!
At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10 AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10 AM. At the McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6 PM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
Join us for a yarn social hour for knitting, crocheting, and yarn crafting at the Main Library, McAuliffe Branch, or both!
At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10 AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10 AM. At the McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6 PM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
Welcome in the New Year at noon! Perfect for kids and those who won’t stay up till midnight! Make crafts, dress up, and get ready for a balloon countdown drop at noon!
Join us at the Main Library for some loud fun, or enjoy the sensory friendly program (all the same fun activities!) at the McAuliffe Branch!
Join Anne Madara, Local Coordinator for the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program, to learn the key provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and how it impacts individual taxpayers, especially older adults. Bring your questions—plenty of time for Q&A!
The Main Library Book Discussion meets on the first Tuesday of each month. Books chosen are generally literary fiction or narrative nonfiction. Participants take turns leading the discussion. This discussion currently meets online via Zoom. Register here: https://bit.ly/fpl-adultbookdiscussion
Join us for a yarn social hour for knitting, crocheting, and yarn crafting at the Main Library, McAuliffe Branch, or both!
At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10 AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10 AM. At the McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6 PM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
Join Fitness Specialist, Sophia Mellen for a full body stretch. Mobilize your body head to toe through various exercises in standing, on the floor, or using a chair. If you have not registered before, join our mailing list: bit.ly/FPL-Exercise-Classes
*No class on January 21.
Beginning January 2026, Tone & Stretch, Stretch & Relax, and Chair Stretch & Relax are discontinued. Join us on Wednesdays online for Stretch, Relax, and Mobilize.
Culpability by Bruce Holsinger
The McAuliffe Branch hosts two book discussion groups to discuss various fiction and nonfiction, as well as contemporary and classic literature. You can join us anytime to discuss one particular book or become a regular. Register here: https://bit.ly/mca-bookdiscussions
Designed for people interested in improving their Spanish as a second language. All classes include pronunciation, writing exercises, basic communication skills, and simple conversations. These are beginner level classes with Spanish immersion. Registration is for the entire course: Every Tuesday at 7PM from January 13 - May 19.
Register here
Join us for a yarn social hour for knitting, crocheting, and yarn crafting at the Main Library, McAuliffe Branch, or both!
At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10 AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10 AM. At the McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6 PM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
Join Fitness Specialist, Sophia Mellen for a full body stretch. Mobilize your body head to toe through various exercises in standing, on the floor, or using a chair. If you have not registered before, join our mailing list: bit.ly/FPL-Exercise-Classes
*No class on January 21.
Beginning January 2026, Tone & Stretch, Stretch & Relax, and Chair Stretch & Relax are discontinued. Join us on Wednesdays online for Stretch, Relax, and Mobilize.
Sci-Fi Book Discussion: Neuromancer by William Gibson
The Sci-Fi Book Discussion reads and discusses both classic and contemporary science fiction, covering subgenres such as speculative fiction, alternate history, and apocalyptic. This discussion meets the second Wednesday of the month, from 7-8 pm. This group is hybrid, meeting at the Main Library and streaming to Zoom. Register here: https://bit.ly/fpl-scifidiscussion
Young love and childish fears highlight a year in the life of a turn-of-the-century family. (1944, NR, 1h 53m)
Guest speaker: Dr. David Smailes, Former Associate Professor of Political Science, Law and Global Studies, Framingham State University
We live in an age where information about politics is more readily available than ever, but we also seem to feel more uncertain about how much of that information we can trust. Join us as we examine how information is often manipulated in political discussions and how we can be on our guard against information that is designed to mislead us.
All Lifelong Learning mailing list recipients receive the Zoom link. If you have not joined our Lifelong Learning mailing list, go to bit.ly/Lifelong-Learning-Lectures.
Each month we will explore a new cookbook, try out new recipes at home, and come together to share our experiences making the recipe. Whether you're a kitchen novice or a seasoned home chef, this club is a delicious way to discover new flavors and connect with fellow food lovers.
Bring your own art journal and prepare to get messy! Join us for this casual, unstructured session exploring the possibilities of art journals. No experience required. Some supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your favorite medium to work in. Space is limited. Registration required.
Designed for people interested in improving their Spanish as a second language. All classes include pronunciation, writing exercises, basic communication skills, and simple conversations. These are beginner level classes with Spanish immersion. Registration is for the entire course: Every Tuesday at 7PM from January 13 - May 19.
Register here
Orlando: A Biography by Virginia Woolf
The Queer Reads Book Discussion celebrates queer authors, books, and themes. This discussion meets in person every third Tuesday of the month at the McAuliffe Branch. Register here: https://bit.ly/fpl-queerbookdiscussion
Join us for a yarn social hour for knitting, crocheting, and yarn crafting at the Main Library, McAuliffe Branch, or both!
At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10 AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10 AM. At the McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6 PM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
When a Jamaican sprinter is disqualified from the Olympic Games, he enlists the help of a dishonored coach to start the first Jamaican Bobsled Team. (1993, PG, 1h 38m)
Join Anne Madara, Local Coordinator for the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program, to learn the key provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and how it impacts individual taxpayers, especially older adults. Bring your questions—plenty of time for Q&A!
Bill Shaner and Chris Robage from the podcast Outdoor Cats join us for a discussion on mutual aid. They'll answer the question, "what is mutual aid" and discuss how the framework of mutual aid can help us build a more resilient and person-first community.
A tinderbox of competition and resentments underneath the façade of a picture-perfect couple is ignited when the husband's professional dreams come crashing down. (2025, R, 1h 45m)
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.
Designed for people interested in improving their Spanish as a second language. All classes include pronunciation, writing exercises, basic communication skills, and simple conversations. These are beginner level classes with Spanish immersion. Registration is for the entire course: Every Tuesday at 7PM from January 13 - May 19.
Register here
Join us for a yarn social hour for knitting, crocheting, and yarn crafting at the Main Library, McAuliffe Branch, or both!
At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10 AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10 AM. At the McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6 PM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
Join us in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day to experience a Virtual Reality tour of the Anne Frank House. To reserve a 45 minute time slot, please call the McAuliffe Branch at 508-532-5636 or register online.
Join Fitness Specialist, Sophia Mellen for a full body stretch. Mobilize your body head to toe through various exercises in standing, on the floor, or using a chair. If you have not registered before, join our mailing list: bit.ly/FPL-Exercise-Classes
*No class on January 21.
Beginning January 2026, Tone & Stretch, Stretch & Relax, and Chair Stretch & Relax are discontinued. Join us on Wednesdays online for Stretch, Relax, and Mobilize.
Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall
Hot Takes: Romance Book Discussion at the Main Library meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month. This discussion group will delve into the world of romance through genres such as contemporary fiction, fantasy, sci-fi, and more! We welcome all tastes and experiences in our judgement free zone. Register here for email updates: https://bit.ly/FPL-Hot-Takes
Join us in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day to experience a Virtual Reality tour of the Anne Frank House. To reserve a 45 minute time slot, please call the McAuliffe Branch at 508-532-5636 or register online.
Join us in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day to experience a Virtual Reality tour of the Anne Frank House. To reserve a 45 minute time slot, please call the McAuliffe Branch at 508-532-5636 or register online.
Join us in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day to experience a Virtual Reality tour of the Anne Frank House. To reserve a 45 minute time slot, please call the McAuliffe Branch at 508-532-5636 or register online.
