Events Calendar / Kids
Kids Yarn Social Hour
Learn new stitches, and hangout with other knitters & crocheters! Grades 4+
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Sing and Dance with Stacey Peasley
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
Mandarin Storytime and Craft
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
Monday Storytime at McAuliffe
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.
Sensory Series: Dino Eggs
Hatch and play with your own baby dinosaurs!
Fun, safe, and simple sensory activities to help your babies and toddlers explore.
Ages 0-4
Girls Who Code Club
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!
Baby Storytime at McAuliffe
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit. Ages 0-2 years
Dance-a-long Unicorn Story Hour
Join Maggie Crowley from Mass Ballet as she shares a story woven together with movement activities and music.
Ages 1+
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.
Movie: Brother Bear (2003)
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
Turtle Ornament Painting
Decorate your own wooden turtle to celebrate Fred’s Birthday! Ages 3+
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Toddler Craft: Chalk Dinosaurs
Bring to life extinct dinosaurs with a pop of color on black paper!
Ages 2+
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.
Movie: The Good Dinosaur (2015)
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.
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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Monday Storytime at McAuliffe
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.
Girls Who Code Club
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!
Baby Storytime at McAuliffe
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit. Ages 0-2 years
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.
DIY Pet Toys
Make one, give one! Make your own cat or dog toys and then make more for us to donate to local shelters! All ages.
Monday Storytime at McAuliffe
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.
Girls Who Code Club
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!
Baby Storytime at McAuliffe
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit. Ages 0-2 years
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
Monday Storytime at McAuliffe
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.
Lego Build
Make a LEGO creation each month, using our spinning wheel of ideas or using your imagination! Ages 5+
Girls Who Code Club
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!
Baby Storytime at McAuliffe
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit. Ages 0-2 years
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+
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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
Hora de Cuentos en Español con Sohli y Raquel
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.
Monday Storytime at McAuliffe
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.
Baby Storytime at McAuliffe
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit. Ages 0-2 years
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
Snowman Crafts
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+
Monday Storytime at McAuliffe
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.
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.
Baby Storytime at McAuliffe
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit. Ages 0-2 years