OUT Metrowest: Fuse Bead Social
Join us and OUT Metrowest for a Fuse Bead Social! Make flags, rainbows, patterns, and more to show your pride!
All Ages
Events Calendar / Teens
Teen Open SparkLab
Use anything in the SparkLab to work on your projects! Design something to be 3d printed! Needle felt something! Make some stickers! You get to decide.
Fill out our registration form here if you'd like to sign up for Teen Craft program reminders: https://framinghamlibrary.short.gy/teen-crafts
Grades 6-12
D&D Campaign: The Quest
Welcome to Tor, a land of ancient magic, sleepy towns, and whispered legends. Life has always been simple—until now.
Strange things have been happening across the realm:
• Travelers speak of creatures never before seen, roaming the forests and skies…
• Entire villages report strange curses, spreading like wildfire without explanation…
• And in the darkest corners of the land, the dead are beginning to rise.
In the bustling town of Greybend, four strangers meet in a tavern for their very first mission.
Their task? Help sweet Old Lady Nessa with a rat problem in her cellar.
But what begins as a small job quickly spirals into something far greater—and far more dangerous—than anyone could have expected.
“The Quest” is a Dungeons & Dragons jump-in adventure perfect for new players and experienced adventurers alike. Dive into an epic story full of mystery, magic, monsters, and more!
All materials provided—just show up on time, ready to play! No experience needed. Just bring your imagination and your sense of adventure.
Dare to take the first step? The world of Tor awaits.
Registration required, space is limited: https://forms.gle/ZKApL7TwCwHr8YKV7
Grades 6-12
Make it Tuesday: Tree of Life Wreaths
This month, bring a touch of the outdoors inside! Join us as we create a rustic Tree of Life wall hanging. Using a combination of natural twine and preserved moss, we’ll create a textured wall hanging that celebrates the spirit of nature and looks like it was plucked straight from a fairy tale. It’s the perfect earthy accent for any wall. Supplies are limited.
McAuliffe Branch Yarn Social Hour
Join us for a yarn social hour for knitting, crocheting, and yarn crafting at the Main Library, McAuliffe Branch, or both!
At the McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6PM. At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10AM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
Anime Club
Watch anime, do crafts, eat snacks, and meet other anime and manga lovers.
If you'd like to sing up for our Anime Club monthly reminder email list, just fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/GAd6djE1WMPkm8k98
Grades 6-12
Teen Open SparkLab
Use anything in the SparkLab to work on your projects! Design something to be 3d printed! Needle felt something! Make some stickers! You get to decide.
Fill out our registration form here if you'd like to sign up for Teen Craft program reminders: https://framinghamlibrary.short.gy/teen-crafts
Grades 6-12
Open Spark Lab for Adults & Teens: Still Life Drawing
Draw what you see in this self-guided creative session! The table will be set with still life objects and all materials for sketching and drawing will be provided (or bring your own!). No experience needed.
McAuliffe Branch Yarn Social Hour
Join us for a yarn social hour for knitting, crocheting, and yarn crafting at the Main Library, McAuliffe Branch, or both!
At the McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6PM. At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10AM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
Alphabet Soup: Queer Teen Hangout - CANCELLED TONIGHT
TONIGHT'S MEETING IS CANCELLED.
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
Summer Maker Mondays: Open SparkLab
Use anything in the SparkLab to work on your projects! Design something to be 3d printed! Needle felt something! Make a fuse bead keychain! You get to decide.
Fill out our registration form here if you'd like to sign up for Teen Craft program reminders: https://framinghamlibrary.short.gy/teen-crafts
Grades 6-12
Kids Chess Club
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.
1st Tuesday of every Month, 5PM | MAIN, HOMEWORK CENTER
3rd Tuesday of every Month, 5PM | MCAULIFFE, COMMUNITY ROOM
Craft Workshop: Beginner-Friendly Cross Stitch
Whether you're new to cross stitch or have been stitching for years, join us for a beginner-friendly cross stitch workshop! Participants will learn or get a refresh on cross stitching basics including techniques, materials, and best practices, all while working on a sweet, summer-y mini pattern. All materials included.
Registration Required. Registration opens July 1st.
REGISTER HERE.
McAuliffe Branch Yarn Social Hour
Join us for a yarn social hour for knitting, crocheting, and yarn crafting at the Main Library, McAuliffe Branch, or both!
At the McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6PM. At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10AM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
Summer Maker Mondays: Open SparkLab
Use anything in the SparkLab to work on your projects! Design something to be 3d printed! Needle felt something! Make a fuse bead keychain! You get to decide.
Fill out our registration form here if you'd like to sign up for Teen Craft program reminders: https://framinghamlibrary.short.gy/teen-crafts
Grades 6-12
Music Bingo
Love music? Love prizes? Join us for Music Bingo! It’s just like the classic game, but we’ve swapped the numbers for your favorite hits and hidden gems. Whether you’re a trivia pro or just looking for a new favorite playlist, come hang out, socialize, and compete for a prize. Don't know the song? No problem! Shazam is welcome and encouraged.
VR Among Us w/ One Up Games
Put on a VR Headset and prepare to root out a traitor on the ship! One Up Games will bring the equipment, and we’ll play as many matches as we can in the time we have.
Registration strongly recommended: https://framinghamlibrary.short.gy/Among-Us
Grades 6-12
McAuliffe Branch Yarn Social Hour
Join us for a yarn social hour for knitting, crocheting, and yarn crafting at the Main Library, McAuliffe Branch, or both!
At the McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6PM. At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10AM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
Alphabet Soup: Queer Teen Hangout
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
Summer Maker Mondays: Open SparkLab
Use anything in the SparkLab to work on your projects! Design something to be 3d printed! Needle felt something! Make a fuse bead keychain! You get to decide.
Fill out our registration form here if you'd like to sign up for Teen Craft program reminders: https://framinghamlibrary.short.gy/teen-crafts
Grades 6-12
Battletech: Alpha Strike
Learn and play a fast-paced, miniatures-based role playing game! Whether you’re new to table top role playing games (TTRPG’s), or you’ve played a ton of them, BattleTech: Alpha Strike is a fun time.
Program will be first come first served, and once it fills up, that’s that. If you'd like to sign up for reminder emails, please fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/xpEmpRM6erAC5eij6
Grades 6-12
Kids Chess Club
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.
1st Tuesday of every Month, 5PM | MAIN, HOMEWORK CENTER
3rd Tuesday of every Month, 5PM | MCAULIFFE, COMMUNITY ROOM
Teen Boxing Class (& Smoothies!) w/ Trybe Fytness
Local boxing gym Trybe Fytness will be bringing their equipment to the library to run a high-energy session introducing the fundamentals of non-contact boxing through bag work, technique drills, and conditioning. After the class, we’ll make smoothies to cool down.
Registration strongly recommended: https://framinghamlibrary.short.gy/Boxing
Grades 6-12
McAuliffe Branch Yarn Social Hour
Join us for a yarn social hour for knitting, crocheting, and yarn crafting at the Main Library, McAuliffe Branch, or both!
At the McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6PM. At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10AM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
Summer Maker Mondays: Open SparkLab
Use anything in the SparkLab to work on your projects! Design something to be 3d printed! Needle felt something! Make a fuse bead keychain! You get to decide.
Fill out our registration form here if you'd like to sign up for Teen Craft program reminders: https://framinghamlibrary.short.gy/teen-crafts
Grades 6-12
Felted Carnivorous Plant w/ Pop Up Art School
Using colorful wool and a special barbed needle you will sculpt a fun green carnivorous plant complete with fangs and a bright red tongue, all rooted in a real terra-cotta pot!
Registration strongly recommended: https://framinghamlibrary.short.gy/Felted-Plant
Grades 7-12 (must be at least 13 years old)
McAuliffe Branch Yarn Social Hour
Join us for a yarn social hour for knitting, crocheting, and yarn crafting at the Main Library, McAuliffe Branch, or both!
At the McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6PM. At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10AM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
Henna Workshop w/ Henna Cafe
Manisha from Henna Cafe will be going over the history, culture, and science of henna tattooing, along with the fundamentals of Indian, African, and Moroccan designs, with plenty of time for participants to practice and draw on their own henna/mehndi!
Registration required: https://framinghamlibrary.short.gy/Henna
Grades 6-12
Summer Anime Club
Watch anime, do crafts, eat snacks, and meet other anime and manga lovers.
If you'd like to sing up for our Anime Club monthly reminder email list, just fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/GAd6djE1WMPkm8k98
Grades 6-12