Baby Lapsit at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit.
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Events Calendar / Main Library
Lunchtime Learning Series: Preserving Family Treasures
Explore the art and science of preserving and protecting irreplaceable family artifacts in this special talk with Anna Tucker, Executive Director of the Framingham History Center!
Learn practical tips to properly store and handle these objects and explore the importance of preserving the stories and memories that accompany them.
Whether you’re an amateur historian, a collector, or simply someone who wants to explore how to care for your family history, this event is for you!
Friday Night Film: Jojo Rabbit
Join us for June's Friday Night Film: Jojo Rabbit (PG-13, 2019, 1h 48m), starring Scarlett Johansson.
From imdb.com: "A young German boy in the Hitler Youth whose hero and imaginary friend is the country's dictator is shocked to discover that his mother is hiding a Jewish girl in their home."
Squirt Gun Watercolors
Make a watercolor painting outside using an unconventional method: squirt guns! Ages 6+
Anime Club
Watch your favorite anime and eat tasty Japanese snacks!
If you'd like to be added to our monthly reminder email list for our Anime Club, just fill out the form at this link: https://bit.ly/Anime-Reminder
Grades 6-12
Bob Dodd Sunday Concert Series: Eleanor Perrone & Steven Laven
Join us for a concert featuring pianist Eleanor Perrone and cellist Steven Laven! Come in person to the Main Library or stream live on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/FraminghamPublicLibrary.
Virtual: Author Led Horror Book Club Featuring Paul Tremblay!
This is new! We're excited to start an author led Horror Book Club with our first author being Paul Tremblay! Read any book by Paul and come ready to ask your questions, join the conversation, or just spectate. All are welcome!
NOTE: There may be spoilers!
This is a VIRTUAL event - please register at the following link to receive the Zoom invitation. Once you register you will receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails - make sure to check your spam folder for them, they will be coming from ashlandprograms@minlib.net - https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwuduutqzMjGdZhQWpGp-DmJ0uGdHJQJF8X
About Paul:
Paul Tremblay has won the Bram Stoker, British Fantasy, and Massachusetts Book awards and is the author of Survivor Song, The Cabin at the End of the World (recently made into an M. Night Shyamalan film titled "Knock at the Cabin"), Disappearance at Devil’s Rock, A Head Full of Ghosts, the crime novels The Little Sleep and No Sleep Till Wonderland, and the short story collection, Growing Things and Other Stories. His newest book, The Beast You Are, is set to release on July 11, 2023.
His essays and short fiction have appeared in the Los Angeles Times, New York Times, Entertainment Weekly online, and numerous year’s-best anthologies. He has a master’s degree in mathematics and lives outside Boston with his family.
We'll have some copies of Paul's books at the library or you can order one from our online catalog - https://bit.ly/PaulTremblayBooks
We are so pleased to be partnering with the Ashland Public Library for this series.
Mechatronics 101 (For Teens & Tweens)
In this introduction to mechatronics and Arduino we will learn how to use micro-controllers and build simple projects using Arduino and LEDs. Curious about Arduino? Learn a little about it here & here.
This program is for ages 10+. Laptop required.
We have a limited number of laptops available to borrow. If you would like to borrow a laptop for this program, please register here.
Main Library Yarn Club
Join us for knitting, crochet, and yarn crafting social hour! This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but in person we can offer pointers and tips.
Stress Relief Crafts
School’s almost out and finals are approaching, so stop by for some soothing crafts to chill out for a while.
Grades 6-12
Baby Lapsit at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit.
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Drop-in Adult Coloring
Join us the second Monday night of each month for adult coloring night! We provide the supplies, or feel free to bring your own and join others in our Spark Lab.
Pride Scavenger Hunt
All Month long and for all ages! See if you can find all the Pride items listed on the scavenger hunt sheets at the Children's Desk!
Mixed Media Rainbows
Create a rainbow collage out of paper, pompoms, buttons, and other materials. Ages 3+
Main Library Yarn Club
Join us for knitting, crochet, and yarn crafting social hour! This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but in person we can offer pointers and tips.
Monthly Free Practice Interview Group
Want to improve your job interview skills? Join career coach Ed Lawrence for this free monthly practice session. Drop-ins welcome! No registration necessary!
DIY Pride Pennant Flag & 3D Printed Rainbow Keychains
Create your own pride triangle pennant flag and paint a 3D printed Rainbow Keychain! Grades 5-8
Mug Meals @ Main Library - Blueberry Muffins
Blueberry muffins are a perfect summery treat. Join us at either library to make your own tasty snack.
If you'd like to be added to our monthly reminder email list for our Mug Meals programs, just fill out the form at this link: https://bit.ly/mug-meals-reminder
If you've already filled this out in the past, there's no need to do so again.
Grades 6-12
Baby Lapsit at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit.
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Friends of the Framingham Library monthly book sale!
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.
Book Buddies: Reading to Dogs
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.
Early Childhood Alliance: “Play, Learn, and Grow Together”
“Play, Learn, and Grow Together” Mondays, 11:00am with Jane Registration required; sign up here!
“Jugar, Aprender,y Crecer Juntos” Lunes, 11:00am con Jane
“Brinque, Aprenda e Cresça Juntos” com a Jane Segunda-feira, 11:00am
Art Journal Jam for Adults
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.
Space and supplies are limited. Register at bit.ly/FPL_Art_Workshop.
Main Library Yarn Club
Join us for knitting, crochet, and yarn crafting social hour! This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but in person we can offer pointers and tips.
Pride Scavenger Hunt
All Month long and for all ages! See if you can find all the Pride items listed on the scavenger hunt sheets at the Children's Desk!
Video Game Hangout
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
If you've already filled this out in the past, there's no need to do so again.
Grades 6-12
Macramé Plant Jars
Plant some seeds in a reusable glass jar and create a macrame holder to hang it up! Grades 4-8
Baby Lapsit at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit.
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Another Mini Horror Book Festival at The Ashland Library!
We had so much fun at our last Mini Horror Fest that we had to do another one! This time, we welcome horror authors Victoria Dalpe, Gretchen Felker-Martin, Bracken MacLeod, and Tom Rimer to Ashland for our 2nd Mini Horror Fest! We're in for anther day of spooky, thought provoking, and scare-your-pants off fun. The day will include a panel discussion (which will be recorded so, if you can't make it in person, you can watch later!), small group conversations, and a book sale/signing. So, grab your horror lovin' friends (because it's no fun to be so scared on your own, and come on down to the Ashland library!
Books for the book sale will be provided by Aesop's Fable. You can PREORDER books by any of our authors and Aesop's will bring your books to the Fest - easy peasy and no worries that they'll sell out! - https://aesopsfable.com/pages/another-mini-horror-festival
If you are coming in person, feel free to walk in but we're also requesting registration so we know how many chairs to have out (and you'll receive reminders). Please REGISTER HERE if joining us IN-PERSON - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/612509100207
FPL is pleased to be partnering with the Ashland Public Library for this event!
Click event link for more info, including schedule of events, and author bios
Monday Matinee: A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
Join us for our June Monday Matinee: A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (PG, 2019, 1h 48m), starring Tom Hanks as Fred Rogers.
From imdb.com: "Based on the true story of a real-life friendship between Fred Rogers and journalist Lloyd Vogel."
Crafts, Cookies, & Community Workers
Framingham Community members guest star in a storytime and craft themed to their job! Then stay for a craft & cookies! Ages 3+
Police Chief: Lester Baker_TUE JUN. 27
Mayor: Charlie Sisitsky_TUE. JUL. 18
Artist: Samela St. Pierre_ TUE. JUL. 25
Local Author: Thistle_WED, AUG. 2
FPS Teacher: Annette Trossello_TUE. AUG. 8
Guardian Angel Cat Shelter_To be annouced soon!
Main Library Yarn Club
Join us for knitting, crochet, and yarn crafting social hour! This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but in person we can offer pointers and tips.
4th of July Crafts
Create different patriotic crafts! All Ages.
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Zine Club
THU. JUN. 1, 4-6PM | MAIN, SPARK LAB
THU. JUN. 29, 2-4PM | MAIN, SPARK LAB
Come learn about the history of zines and create your own! This month we will be looking at zines by and about LGBTQA+. Ages 12+
Baby Lapsit at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit.
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Main Library Yarn Club
Join us for knitting, crochet, and yarn crafting social hour! This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but in person we can offer pointers and tips.
Baby Lapsit at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit.
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Open Summer Themed Coloring
Drop-in for some coloring! All Ages
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Dot Painting
Drop-in to dot paint a bird, flower, or butterfly to add to our community mural! All Ages
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Main Library Yarn Club
Join us for knitting, crochet, and yarn crafting social hour! This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but in person we can offer pointers and tips.
Baby Lapsit at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit.
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Crafts, Cookies, & Community Workers
Framingham Community members guest star in a storytime and craft themed to their job! Then stay for a craft & cookies! Ages 3+
Police Chief: Lester Baker_TUE JUN. 27
Mayor: Charlie Sisitsky_TUE. JUL. 18
Artist: Samela St. Pierre_ TUE. JUL. 25
Local Author: Thistle_WED, AUG. 2
FPS Teacher: Annette Trossello_TUE. AUG. 8
Guardian Angel Cat Shelter_To be annouced soon!
Main Library Yarn Club
Join us for knitting, crochet, and yarn crafting social hour! This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but in person we can offer pointers and tips.
Baby Lapsit at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit.
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Movie: Strange World (2022)
The legendary Clades are a family of explorers whose differences threaten to topple their latest and most crucial mission. Runtime: 102 mins; Rated PG. Closed captions provided.
Berry Basket Painting
Paint and create art using recycled berry baskets! Ages 3+
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Crafts, Cookies, & Community Workers
Framingham Community members guest star in a storytime and craft themed to their job! Then stay for a craft & cookies! Ages 3+
Police Chief: Lester Baker_TUE JUN. 27
Mayor: Charlie Sisitsky_TUE. JUL. 18
Artist: Samela St. Pierre_ TUE. JUL. 25
Local Author: Thistle_WED, AUG. 2
FPS Teacher: Annette Trossello_TUE. AUG. 8
Guardian Angel Cat Shelter_To be annouced soon!
Main Library Yarn Club
Join us for knitting, crochet, and yarn crafting social hour! This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but in person we can offer pointers and tips.
Baby Lapsit at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit.
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
