Book Buddy: Reading to Dogs
Improve your reading skills the fun way by reading aloud to your new Book Buddy
All ages.
Registration required.
Call 508-532-5636 x5
or drop by to sign up for a 15 minute slot
Events Calendar / February 2020
Dads, Donuts and Discoveries
Bond with your dad (and with donuts) through stories and songs while discovering new friends and activities. Mothers, siblings and other family members welcome!
All ages.
Movie Matinee: Dora and the Lost City of Gold (rescheduled from December)
Dora, a teenage explorer, leads her friends on an adventure to save her parents and solve the mystery behind a lost city of gold.
All ages at parents’ discretion.
2019, running time: 102 minutes
Rated PG for action and some impolite humor
Bookworm Book Club with Max!
Join us for an exciting book club discussion led by 8th grader Max on “How to Train Your Dragon” by Cressida Cowell on February 2 with crafts and light refreshments!
Grades 2-4
Book Buddy Reading to Dogs
Improve your reading skills the fun way by reading aloud to your new Book Buddy. Certified Reading/Therapy Dog Lilah listens as children read aloud from a book of their choice.
Registration required.
Call 508-532-5570 x4
or drop by to sign up for a *15 minute slot.*
Weekly Storytime
Get in the library habit — drop in every week for some age appropriate stories and school readiness activities.
Ages 2-4
African American/Black History Month: Matinee Movie: Selma
A chronicle of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s campaign to secure equal voting rights via an epic march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, led by Dr. King, James Bevel, Hosea Williams, and John Lewis. Starring David Oyelowo and directed by Ava DuVernay.
Selma (2014) 2h 8min. PG-13
Get a Job with the 2020 Census: Information Session
Looking for great paying, flexible work?
The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting to fill hundreds of thousands of temporary positions across the country to assist with the 2020 Census count. Come to this information session to learn more.
Journal Writer’s Group
Please join the group to explore the many ways to journal for personal growth and enrichment. Starting in February, we will be working through the book Writing Down the Bones, by Natalie Goldberg.
Main Library Book Group: Asymmetry, by Lisa Halliday
Join us to discuss this celebrated and inventive debut novel told in three parts about love, luck, and the inextricability of life and art, from 2017 Whiting Award winner Lisa Halliday.
Mother Goose on the Loose
Mother Goose on the Loose is an eight-week, thirty-minute program that uses rhymes, songs, puppets, instruments, and more to stimulate the learning process of babies and toddlers.
Ages 0-3 accompanied by a caregiver.
*This program is full*
Open LEGO and Block Build
Drop in and make something creative with Keva Planks, Legos, MagnaTiles, and more!
All ages
Weekly Storycraft at the Main Library
Get in the library habit — drop in every week for some age appropriate stories, school readiness activities, and a thematic craft.
Ages 3-5.
Adult Coloring Night
Join us for an evening of coloring and music. Whether you love to color for fun or enjoy filling in all the details, coloring is relaxing and therapeutic! We will provide colored pencils and coloring pages for all levels. You are welcome to bring your own materials. No registration is required.
Brown Bag Learning Series: Health & Wellness Fair
Brown Bag Learning Series: Health & Wellness Mini Fair
Presented by Cynthia Stone and Regis College Nursing Students
Just added: Drop by for a quick massage and learn breathing exercises to alleviate stress! Get your blood pressure checked!
Please drop in for a health and wellness mini fair with the Regis College Community Health Nursing students led by Cindy Stone. Learn how a little medical prevention now can help you lead an improved healthier life. The agenda will include numerous strategies to maintain and improve your overall wellness. We will discuss basic lifesaving skills with a demonstration of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and choking. Information on stroke prevention with blood pressure screenings available with educational material. Additionally, an opportunity for questions and answers regarding a new medical diagnosis or medication will be provided with other informative health topics.
About Cynthia Stone:
Cindy Stone is an adjunct clinical nursing instructor for Regis College. She educates on the importance of community health nursing and has led multiple health and wellness classes throughout the area. Her passion for educating stemmed from her years as an emergency department nurse at MetroWest Medical Center in Framingham and as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner for the Department of Public Health. She holds numerous certifications in the field of Nursing and is a member of the Emergency Nurses Association and the International Forensic Nursing Association.
Valentine’s Day Open Craft
Drop in and make some handmade Valentine’s for your friends and family. Or some sweet room decorations!
All Ages
Drop-in Baby Lapsit
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit! Parents can network while babies pick up phonological awareness, one of six foundations of future reading success.
Saturdays February 8 and 22
Fridays February 14 and 28
Ages 0-2 with caregiver.
Girl Power Movie Club: Captain Marvel
Girls are pretty cool, and we’re going to be watching the movies that celebrate that! For our first Girl Power Movie Club, we’re going to screen and talk about Captain Marvel. And if you’re not a girl but still want to watch? Don’t worry, everyone is welcome.
Grades 6-12
Run, Anatoly, Run! Fundraising Event for the Friends of the Framingham Library
Join us for a fun event with Anatoly Prekrasnyy, at the new Alta Union House Apartments, 55 Concord Street, Framingham. Enjoy tap beer in a specially designed glass and take the glass home as a souvenir!* Anatoly will also raffle off gifts from Russia and Exhibit A Brewery, as well as some new fancy men’s and women’s running shoes!
Donation: $25 per person. Sponsored by Alta Union House Property Management.
The Friends of the Framingham Library are excited to announce that Team Framingham runner Anatoly Prekrasnyy is running the 2020 Boston Marathon for us! He picked the Friends because it is a community asset, serving all ages. To support Anatoly and the Friends, check out his GoFundMe page. Thanks, Anatoly, for your support of the Library!
*While supplies last.
Sunday Concert Series: Eliko Akahori and Justin McCarthy
Pianist Eliko Akahori and double bassist Justin McCarthy will perform works by J.S. Bach, Franz Schubert, and Serge Koussevitzky.
The series is sponsored in part by Middlesex Savings Bank, Metro Credit Union, Brookdale Cushing Park, Law Office of Framingham Attorney Jeffrey M. Steinberg, St. Mary’s Credit Union, and Friends of the Framingham Library.
Weekly Storytime
Get in the library habit — drop in every week for some age appropriate stories and school readiness activities.
Ages 2-4
Spark Lab: Light Up Valentine’s Day Cards
Valentine’s Day is Friday, so make your date a light up card! Or if things aren’t working out that way this year, make an anti-Valentine card instead!
Grades 6-12
Journal Writer’s Group
Please join the group to explore the many ways to journal for personal growth and enrichment. Starting in February, we will be working through the book Writing Down the Bones, by Natalie Goldberg.
U.S. Citizenship Workshop
Framingham Public Library is hosting monthly information sessions on the first steps to becoming a citizen.
Included:
- Review of eligibility to apply for citizenship
- Documents needed to complete the Application for Naturalization
- Meaning of terms/words used in the Application for Naturalization
- How to file your application
Sessions are held 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm on the second Tuesday of every month in the Citizenship Corner, which is located on the third floor of the main branch of the Framingham Public Library.
Mother Goose on the Loose
Mother Goose on the Loose is an eight-week, thirty-minute program that uses rhymes, songs, puppets, instruments, and more to stimulate the learning process of babies and toddlers.
Ages 0-3 accompanied by a caregiver.
*This program is full*
African American/Black History Month: McAuliffe Matinee Movie: Harriet
Based on the thrilling and inspirational life of an iconic American freedom fighter, Harriet tells the extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman’s escape from slavery and transformation into one of America’s greatest heroes. Starring Cynthia Erivo, who earned three Awards nominations for her role.
Harriet (2019) 2h 5min. PG-13.
Origami Club
We will be folding a variety of animals and geometric shapes. Led by Lucas Gustafson, a high schooler who started folding at the age of 6 and is a longtime member of the Origami Club at MIT.
Ages 7+
Sci-Fi Book Group: Station Eleven, by Emily St. John Mandel
On the night that a famous Hollywood actor has a heart attack on stage during a production of King Lear, a devastating flu pandemic arrives and within weeks, civilization comes to an end. Twenty years later, a small troupe of actors and musicians strives to keep the remnants of art and humanity alive, but is threatened by the rise of a violent prophet. Led by Marcy Maiorana.
Weekly Storycraft at the Main Library
Get in the library habit — drop in every week for some age appropriate stories, school readiness activities, and a thematic craft.
Ages 3-5.
Video Game Hangout (Main Library)
Video games and snacks! And this month, we’re playing double the games since we’ll have events at both libraries.
Grades 6-12
Drop-in Baby Lapsit
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit! Parents can network while babies pick up phonological awareness, one of six foundations of future reading success.
Saturdays February 8 and 22
Fridays February 14 and 28
Ages 0-2 with caregiver.
Book Buddy: Reading to Dogs
Improve your reading skills the fun way by reading aloud to your new Book Buddy
All ages.
Registration required.
Call 508-532-5636 x5
or drop by to sign up for a 15 minute slot
Friends Monthly Book Sale
9:30am-3:00pm: Open to Friends Members
10:00am-3:00pm: Open to the public
Most Books $1.00 or less, children’s $.50 or less, single DVDs $2.00.
We have something for everyone!! Three big rooms + the lobby chock full of books.
Check out our huge Book Room with thousands of books, most costing a dollar or less. This month we are featuring a great selection of sewing and craft books in our lobby plus much more!! The Friends provide free movies, concerts, programs, museum passes, audio books, CDs, Children’s Room apps, and many other services to patrons and the Framingham community because of your continued support. Thank you!
New Parent/Grandparent Open House
Learn how to use the library as a new parent/grandparent/guardian, sign up for a library card, get age appropriate book and movie recommendations, and learn about all the things the library can offer you!
All Ages.
Vacation Week Maker’s Workshop: Make Your Own Puppet
Come create your own marionette! A Marionette is a puppet that you control by string. During this workshop you will have a change to design and create your own puppet to bring home.
Ages 8+.
Spark Lab Pop-Up at McAuliffe: S.T.E.M. KiwiCo Mechanical Bird Building
Engineer a model mechanical bird and experiment with gear-driven wings! All materials provided and can be taken home after.
Ages 8-13.
Pre-Registration required.
Call 508-532-5636 x5
or drop by the McAuliffe Branch Children’s Desk to register.
Vacation Week Building Boom Afternoon
Explore your artistic nature, problem solve and engage in play with the deceptively simple KEVA planks and our new Q-Ba-Maze marble run set. Come amaze us with your creations!
Ages 5+
Journal Writer’s Group
Please join the group to explore the many ways to journal for personal growth and enrichment. Starting in February, we will be working through the book Writing Down the Bones, by Natalie Goldberg.
McAuliffe Evening Book Discussion: The Life We Bury, by Allen Eskens
Note: This event has been postponed to Tuesday, February 18.
Joe Talbot has to write a biography of a stranger for a college assignment. He meets Carl, a man convicted of a murder. Carl is also a Vietnam Vet and as Joe learns more about him he is determined to understand the murder and find out what really happened. Led by Linda Goldberg
Mother Goose on the Loose
Mother Goose on the Loose is an eight-week, thirty-minute program that uses rhymes, songs, puppets, instruments, and more to stimulate the learning process of babies and toddlers.
Ages 0-3 accompanied by a caregiver.
*This program is full*
Vacation Week Spark Lab for Kids: DIY Kaleidoscope
Come see the world in a brand new way! We will be creating our own kaleidoscopes and designing patterns to be reflected in the 'scope. Come experiment with symmetry, light, and reflection in this fun and colorful craft.
Ages 8+
McAuliffe Morning Book Discussion: Night Film by Marisha Pessl
Twenty-four-year-old Ashley Cordova is found dead in a warehouse in lower Manhattan. Her death is ruled a suicide, but veteran journalist Scott McGrath suspects otherwise. As he probes the strange circumstances surrounding Ashley’s death, McGrath comes face-to-face with the legacy of her father: a legendary, reclusive cult-horror film director. Led by John Garrigan.
Weekly Storycraft at the Main Library
Get in the library habit — drop in every week for some age appropriate stories, school readiness activities, and a thematic craft.
Ages 3-5.
VSCO Girl Basics: Friendship Bracelets
Ok, so you made your scrunchie stash last month, now you need to make friendship bracelets! Visit the Spark Lab at the Main Library for the next step in your VSCO Girls Basics education.
Grades 6-12
Adult Coloring Night
Join us for an evening of coloring and music. Whether you love to color for fun or enjoy filling in all the details, coloring is relaxing and therapeutic! We will provide colored pencils and coloring pages for all levels. You are welcome to bring your own materials. No registration is required.
Poetry Workshop
Led by Alan Feldman, Professor Emeritus at Framingham State University
This drop-in class welcomes serious poets of all ages and levels of experience who would like to participate for one or more sessions. We begin with a discussion of a topic in poetry leading to a brief in-class assignment. Poets who wish to have their work discussed should bring copies.
Alan’s collection, Immortality, was awarded the Massachusetts Book Award for Poetry in 2016.
Friday Night Movie: Ford v Ferrari
American car designer Carroll Shelby and driver Ken Miles battle corporate interference, the laws of physics and their own personal demons to build a revolutionary race car for Ford and challenge Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1966. Starring Matt Damon and Christian Bale.
Enter on the Lexington Street side from 6:30-7:15pm.
Ford v Ferrari (2019) 2h 32min. PG-13.
Drop-in Baby Lapsit
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit! Parents can network while babies pick up phonological awareness, one of six foundations of future reading success.
Saturdays February 8 and 22
Fridays February 14 and 28
Ages 0-2 with caregiver.
AniManga Club Trivia Party
It’s the two year anniversary of AniManga Club, so we’re going to celebrate with an Anime and Manga trivia party! Compete in teams to prove you’re the best, and win first prize. Registration isn't required, but if you already know your team (no more than four people!), use the registration form on the event page to sign up early.
Grades 6-12
Movie Matinee: Abominable
Three teenagers must help a Yeti return to his family while avoiding a wealthy man and a zoologist who want it for their own needs.
2019, running time: 97 minutes, rated PG for some action and mild rude humor
All ages.
Sunday Celebrations: Trevor the Games Man
This multiple award-winning entertainer will host a show featuring stilt walking and cooperative games.
All ages
Bookworm Book Club with Max
Join us for an exciting book club discussion led by 8th grader Max!
Grades 2-4
Weekly Storytime
Get in the library habit — drop in every week for some age appropriate stories and school readiness activities.
Ages 2-4
Community Puzzle Swap!
What to do with jigsaw puzzles you’ve completed? Swap them! Bring your puzzles to exchange with others. No puzzle to swap? Come anyway; there are always extras for you to take. All ages and levels welcome.
Homework Center Essay Authors’ Reception
We invite the community to join us in celebrating the work and vision of our 2020 Essay Contest middle and high school participants! Mayor Spicer will announce the winners and present the $100.00 cash prizes. The winning authors will read their essays. Students, families, friends, school staff, elected officials and the press are invited to attend. All essays will be on display.
McAuliffe Craft: Fun with Sharpies!
Create abstract art using Sharpie markers on a coaster. Then, make your own "stained glass" jar to put in a windowsill or add a tealight and it becomes a colorful luminary!
Grades 6-12
Journal Writer’s Group
Please join the group to explore the many ways to journal for personal growth and enrichment. Starting in February, we will be working through the book Writing Down the Bones, by Natalie Goldberg.
Mother Goose on the Loose
Mother Goose on the Loose is an eight-week, thirty-minute program that uses rhymes, songs, puppets, instruments, and more to stimulate the learning process of babies and toddlers.
Ages 0-3 accompanied by a caregiver.
*This program is full*
Origami Club
We will be folding a variety of animals and geometric shapes. Led by Lucas Gustafson, a high schooler who started folding at the age of 6 and is a longtime member of the Origami Club at MIT.
Ages 7+
Spark Lab: Lego Star Wars Club
Do you love Star Wars? Do you love engineering? Come and help us put together our brand new Lego Droid kit. You will be able to build various droids including R2-D2! Once the droids are built we will be able to use our iPads and go on exciting missions.
Ages 8+
Weekly Storycraft at the Main Library
Get in the library habit — drop in every week for some age appropriate stories, school readiness activities, and a thematic craft.
Ages 3-5.
Video Game Hangout (McAuliffe Branch)
Video games and snacks! And this month, we’re playing double the games since we’ll have events at both libraries.
Grades 6-12
Poetry Workshop
Led by Alan Feldman, Professor Emeritus at Framingham State University
This drop-in class welcomes serious poets of all ages and levels of experience who would like to participate for one or more sessions. We begin with a discussion of a topic in poetry leading to a brief in-class assignment. Poets who wish to have their work discussed should bring copies.
Alan’s collection, Immortality, was awarded the Massachusetts Book Award for Poetry in 2016.
Drop-in Baby Lapsit
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets at Baby Lapsit! Parents can network while babies pick up phonological awareness, one of six foundations of future reading success.
Saturdays February 8 and 22
Fridays February 14 and 28
Ages 0-2 with caregiver.
Book Buddy: Reading to Dogs
Improve your reading skills the fun way by reading aloud to your new Book Buddy
All ages.
Registration required.
Call 508-532-5636 x5
or drop by to sign up for a 15 minute slot
Portuguese Story Time World/ Mundo das Estorinhas em Português
Join Alexa Chew as she brings a delightful hour of resourceful, playful interactions and stories in Portuguese to your children.
E um programa artísticamente projetado e impulsionado pela importancia do brindar no desenvolvimento infantil.
Ages 2-5