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.
Develop fine motor skills while lacing pipe cleaners through foam circles to create a caterpillar. Ages 2-4.
Fun, safe, and simple sensory activities to help with exploration.
May 3, 11:30AM | MAIN, CHILDREN’S ROOM (Arden)
May 7, 6PM | MAIN, CHILDREN’S ROOM (Duncan)
Improve your reading skills by reading aloud to your new Book Buddy. Registration required. Call or drop by to sign up for a time slot.
¡Se requiere registrarse! Llame al 508-532-5570 x4 para registrarse. Mejore sus habilidades de lectura de forma divertida leyendo en voz alta.
Registro requerido! Ligue para 508-532-5570 x4 para se registrar. Melhore suas habilidades de leitura de maneira divertida, lendo em voz alta.
May 8 and 15, 6PM | MAIN, CHILDREN’S ROOM
May 22, 6PM | MCAULIFFE, CHILDREN’S ROOM
Join us for a cozy evening of stories, songs, and rhymes before bedtime!
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
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Create a unique dress craft for Mom, or a special someone in your life, to celebrate Mother's Day! All Ages
Come out to celebrate spring with a tea party, crafts, and games at the Main Library or McAuliffe Branch—or both! All ages are welcome!
2 de noviembre (a las 3 de la tarde), 21 de diciembre, 25 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 us this Mother’s Day for our Bob Dodd Sunday Concert, featuring concert pianist Roman Rudnytsky. Doors open at 2:30. Refreshments provided.
Build, spell, & create with blocks & shapes on a light table! Fun, safe, and simple sensory activities to help your baby explore. Ages 1-4
We’ll have a variety of clay colors to choose from, and you can sculpt anything you’d like! Come once and make something simple, or come every week to make a larger creation.
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
Only for registered participants. Check back in June for information on the next session. Ages 0-2.
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.
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
May Sci-Fi Book Discussion: The Dispossessed by Ursula LeGuin
May 8 and 15, 6PM | MAIN, CHILDREN’S ROOM
May 22, 6PM | MCAULIFFE, CHILDREN’S ROOM
Join us for a cozy evening of stories, songs, and rhymes before bedtime!
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
To celebrate AAPI Month, we’re making Koinobori! Koinobori, meaning 'carp streamer' in Japanese, are carp-shaped windsocks traditionally flown in Japan to celebrate Tango no sekku, a traditional calendrical event which is now designated as Children's Day, a national holiday in Japan. Ages 5+
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 Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Our activity is designed to inspire creativity while fostering cultural sensitivity and respect.
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.
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
Main Library:
1/4, 1/18; 2/15; 3/1, 3/15, 3/29; 4/12,4/26; 5/17
McAuliffe Branch Library:
1/11, 1/25; 2/8 (2pm) 春节特别活动, 2/22; 3/8, 3/22; 4/5,4/19; 5/3, 5/31 (2pm) 端午节特别话动
地点:
Main Library: 49 Lexington Street, Framingham, MA 01702
McAuliffe Branch: 746 Water Street, Framingham, MA 01701
We’ll have a variety of clay colors to choose from, and you can sculpt anything you’d like! Come once and make something simple, or come every week to make a larger creation.
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
Only for registered participants. Check back in June for information on the next session. Ages 0-2.
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. Register at bit.ly/FPL_Art_Workshop.
The Queer Reads Book Discussion celebrates queer authors, books, and themes. This discussion meets in person every third Tuesday of the month and alternates between the McAuliffe Branch Library and the Main Library. Register here: https://bit.ly/fpl-queerbookdiscussion
May Queer Reads Discussion: Gender queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe
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.
Drop in for some STEM activities to connect to the characters of Big Hero 6™. Ages 5+
A special bond develops between plus-sized inflatable robot Baymax and prodigy Hiro Hamada, who together team up with a group of friends to form a band of high-tech heroes. Runtime: 102 mins; Rated PG; Closed Captions provided in English.
Before the movie! Drop in for some STEM activities to connect to the characters of Big Hero 6 at 5pm!
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
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.
Learn to create origami animals found in the Pacific Islands. Ages 8+
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 Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Our activity is designed to inspire creativity while fostering cultural sensitivity and respect.
Calling all novice and experienced players of Mah Jongg to our new monthly Mah Jongg night! A knowledge of American Mah Jongg rules and your own National Mah Jongg League card is essential. If you have a Mah Jongg set, please bring it along!
Singer and songwriter Jon Waterman presents songs and stories about the origins of blues, rock and country music. In a mix of live music and presentation, we’ll explore some of the fascinating characters and events that are part of the history, and the role of music in our lives.
This program is sponsored in part by the Mass Cultural Council and the Framingham Cultural Council.
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Join us for a community cleanup in partnership with KFB! All volunteers are welcome. Please wear comfortable shoes and bright colors. We will provide loaner grabbers, gloves and trash bags or bring your own! See you there!
Build essential early literacy skills with this joyful music class! Sing songs, play instruments, read stories, play games, blow bubbles, dance, and make new friends!
Only for registered participants. Check back in June for information on the next session. Ages 0-2.
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
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.
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
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Only for registered participants. Check back in June for information on the next session. Ages 0-2.
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.
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Only for registered participants. Check back in June for information on the next session. Ages 0-2.
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.
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
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.
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
