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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.

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Shaving Cream Art

Swirl colors in shaving cream to create sensory-driven art. Bags for babies and trays for older toddlers available. Ages 0-4

Fun, safe, and simple sensory activities to help with exploration.

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Paper Mosaics

Bring small pieces of paper together to create a delightful mosaic. Ages 7+

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Friday Night “Silent” Film with Pianist Richard Hughes: Our Hospitality (1923)

The Framingham Public Library is bringing back silent movie pianist Richard Hughes to accompany a slap-stick comedy favorite, Buster Keaton, who stars in an action filled, slightly romantic, hilariously comical 1923 film called “Our Hospitality.”  As usual, his sight gags and chase scenes are over the top. It’s still funny to watch after 100 years!

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Book Buddies: Reading to Dogs (Duncan)

DEC. 14, 11AM | MAIN, J PROGRAM ROOM (Duncan)

DEC. 18, 6PM | MAIN, J PROGRAM ROOM (Duncan)

DEC. 23, 1PM | MAIN, J PROGRAM ROOM (Cosmo)

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.

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Maker Mondays: Gnomes!

Join us to make your own decorative gnome with no sewing required (unless you want to). Come one week to make something simple, or come back several weeks in a row to make an elaborate masterpiece!

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

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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!

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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.

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Winter Cookie Reading Club

For every book you read, fill out a “cookie” and fill up the glasses of milk in the Children’s Rooms! Sign up anytime during Dec-Feb. February 22nd we’ll have a cookies and hot cocoa party with prizes and more to wrap up our winter reading program! Ages 0-12

Main Library Yarn Club thumbnail Photo

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.

Book Buddies: Reading to Dogs (Duncan) thumbnail Photo

Book Buddies: Reading to Dogs (Duncan)

DEC. 14, 11AM | MAIN, J PROGRAM ROOM (Duncan)

DEC. 18, 6PM | MAIN, J PROGRAM ROOM (Duncan)

DEC. 23, 1PM | MAIN, J PROGRAM ROOM (Cosmo)

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.

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Queer Reads Book Discussion: 10 Things That Never Happened by Alexis Hall

This month, join the Queer Reads Book Discussion for 10 Things That Never Happened by Alexis Hall, an opposites-attract romance between two very lonely people who come together through some rather unlikely circumstances.

Join our Queer Reads Book Discussion mailing list to learn each month's chosen book and meeting location. Our meetings are monthly and in-person at the Main Library or McAuliffe Branch.

Friends of Framingham Library Monthly Book Sale thumbnail Photo

Friends of 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.

NOTE: Prices are subject to change.

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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.

Book Buddies: Reading to Dogs (Cosmo) thumbnail Photo

Book Buddies: Reading to Dogs (Cosmo)

DEC. 14, 11AM | MAIN, J PROGRAM ROOM (Duncan)

DEC. 18, 6PM | MAIN, J PROGRAM ROOM (Duncan)

DEC. 23, 1PM | MAIN, J PROGRAM ROOM (Cosmo)

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.

Maker Mondays: Gnomes! thumbnail Photo

Maker Mondays: Gnomes!

Join us to make your own decorative gnome with no sewing required (unless you want to). Come one week to make something simple, or come back several weeks in a row to make an elaborate masterpiece!

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

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Fairytale Engineering

Drop in throughout the afternoon for hands-on engineering challenges with everyday materials. Ages 8+

1-2pm: Build a bridge (to help “The 3 Billy Goats Gruff”)

2:30-3:30pm: Build a tower for Rapunzel (or a way for her to get down)

4-5pm: Make a duct tape boat to sail in a castle moat. 

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Bachata: Learn & Dance

Join us for our monthly Bachata at the library! It's beginner-friendly and inclusive. No partner is necessary. Everyone is welcome! The lesson will be followed by a social dance party.

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Winter Cookie Reading Club

For every book you read, fill out a “cookie” and fill up the glasses of milk in the Children’s Rooms! Sign up anytime during Dec-Feb. February 22nd we’ll have a cookies and hot cocoa party with prizes and more to wrap up our winter reading program! Ages 0-12

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Pipe Cleaner Snowflakes

These beautiful beaded snowflakes are one of a kind, make your own to have a forever winter wonderland! Ages 5+

Winter Cookie Reading Club thumbnail Photo

Winter Cookie Reading Club

For every book you read, fill out a “cookie” and fill up the glasses of milk in the Children’s Rooms! Sign up anytime during Dec-Feb. February 22nd we’ll have a cookies and hot cocoa party with prizes and more to wrap up our winter reading program! Ages 0-12

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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

Main Library Yarn Club thumbnail Photo

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.

Hora de Cuentos en Español con Sohli y Raquel thumbnail Photo

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.

Winter Cookie Reading Club thumbnail Photo

Winter Cookie Reading Club

For every book you read, fill out a “cookie” and fill up the glasses of milk in the Children’s Rooms! Sign up anytime during Dec-Feb. February 22nd we’ll have a cookies and hot cocoa party with prizes and more to wrap up our winter reading program! Ages 0-12

Main Library Yarn Club thumbnail Photo

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.

Friends of Framingham Library Monthly Book Sale thumbnail Photo

Friends of 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.

NOTE: Prices are subject to change.

Main Library Yarn Club thumbnail Photo

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.

Winter Cookie Reading Club thumbnail Photo

Winter Cookie Reading Club

For every book you read, fill out a “cookie” and fill up the glasses of milk in the Children’s Rooms! Sign up anytime during Dec-Feb. February 22nd we’ll have a cookies and hot cocoa party with prizes and more to wrap up our winter reading program! Ages 0-12

Main Library Yarn Club thumbnail Photo

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.