Events Calendar / April 2025
Virtual Reality: BRINK Traveler
Travel around the world choosing from over 30 natural locations, all from the comfort of the library. To reserve a 45-minute time slot, call the McAuliffe Branch at 508-532-5636 or register online.
Kids Chess Club
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
Open Spark Lab
Need to finish a project? Want to start a new one? Join us for open art night in our makerspace! Art supplies provided or bring your own! For ages 18+. The 3D printer is not available during this time.
Main Library Book Discussion: Table for Two by Amor Towles
"Millions of Amor Towles fans are in for a treat as he shares some of his shorter fiction: six stories based in New York City and a novella set in Golden Age Hollywood."
Next discussion on May 6: The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife by Anna Johnston
Main Library Yarn Social Hour
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.
Virtual Reality: BRINK Traveler
Travel around the world choosing from over 30 natural locations, all from the comfort of the library. To reserve a 45-minute time slot, call the McAuliffe Branch at 508-532-5636 or register online.
Stretch & Relax
Join this class to maintain body flexibility, to improve balance, and to reduce stress.
If you haven't already, join our Exercise mailing list to receive email reminders of upcoming classes.
Open Color
Drop in to color print-out pictures or complete activity sheets like mazes and word activity sheets!
All Ages
Yarn Social Hour
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.
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
Lifelong Learning Lecture: The Power of Play: Building Resilience and Well-Being in Children
Children engage in various forms of play (digital or in-person) to learn about themselves, their friends, and the world around them. This talk explored the magic of play and its crucial role in shaping our children's lives.
All Lifelong Learning mailing list recipients receive the Zoom link. If you have not joined our Lifelong Learning mailing list, go to bit.ly/Lifelong-Learning-Lectures.
AARP Tax Assistance (by appointment only)
IRS trained and certified AARP tax volunteers will be available to prepare your 2024 Federal and State Income tax returns. This program is designed to assist all people of low to middle income with special attention given to those aged 60 and older. This is a free program and volunteers are unable to process complex returns.
A list of documentation required for your appointment will be available at the library prior to your scheduled appointment.
Register at tinyurl.com/FPL-AARP
Baby Storytime at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Sensory Series: Spring Scent Jars
Explore with scents of spring to make mixtures in cups! Ages 2-4
Fun, safe, and simple sensory activities to help with exploration.
Local Author Storytime with Lois McAuliffe
Join author Lois McAuliffe for a reading of “Hugo’s Story,” the adventures of a hippopotamus who decides to stay by the river one night, and a hippo themed craft! Ages 3+
Outdoor Scavenger Hunt
Collect a sheet and see if you can finish this outdoor scavenger hunt, and explore the outdoors.
All Ages
Book Buddies: Reading to Dogs (Duncan)
April 5, 11:30AM | MAIN, CHILDREN’S ROOM (Arden)
April 25, 3PM | 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.
Hora de Cuentos en Español con Sohli y Raquel
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.
Saturday Matinee: Gladiator II
Years after witnessing the death of Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius must enter the Colosseum after the powerful emperors of Rome conquer his home. With rage in his heart and the future of the empire at stake, he looks to the past to find the strength and honor needed to return the glory of Rome to its people.
R, 2024, 2h 28m
中文读书会
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
Sunday Concert: Marc Berger
Join us for this month’s Bob Dodd Sunday Concert, featuring singer/songwriter Marc Berger. Doors open at 2:30. Refreshments are provided.
To hear some of Marc's music, visit his website at marcbergermusic.com/listen
Registration: Stop Motion Animation Crash Course
Registration for Stop Motion Animation Crash Course is now open!
Choose only 1 day. Space is limited. Registration is required at one of the links below. Links are also available on the event calendar for each program day.
For ages 6-10 on Wed, April 23 from 2-3: Register with this google form.
For ages 8-12 on Thur, April 24 from 2-3: Register with this google form.
Come to a session with animation teacher Eben Taylor. Learn how to create stop motion animation while working with others. Materials provided - but don’t forget your imagination!
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.
Spring is in the Air Craft
Use a paper plate and markers or paint to make a Hot Air Balloon. All Ages
Maker Mondays: Bird Houses
Use common craft supplies to create your own custom bird house! 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
Hanging Planters
Using recycled bottles, create and decorate your own hanging planters. Then grab some seeds from our Seed Lending Library to plant!
All Ages
After School Mug Cakes
Make a quick and easy chocolate mug cake! Non-dairy milk will be provided. This recipe contains gluten. Grades 2-5
Author Talk: Paul Clerici on the Boston Marathon
Bestselling author Paul Clerici discusses the iconic Boston Marathon. Bringing the great race to life through humor and enlightening detail, he includes stories about every moment, landmark, and portion of its course from 1897 to present day.
McAuliffe Book Discussion (Evening): Lies My Teacher Told Me by James Loewen
"This updated and revised edition of the American Book Award-winner and national bestseller revitalizes the truth of America’s history, explores how myths continue to be perpetrated, and includes a new chapter on 9/11 and the Iraq War."
Next discussion on May 13: Cosmoknights by Hannah Templer
Main Library Yarn Social Hour
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.
McAuliffe Matinee: Footloose
"A big city teenager moves to a small town where Rock and Roll music and dancing have been banned by backward local parents and his rebellious spirit shakes up the populace."
PG, 1984, 1h 47m
Yarn Social Hour
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.
Sci-Fi Book Discussion: Stardust Grail by Yume Kitasei
"Maya Hoshimoto was once the best art thief in the galaxy. For ten years, she returned stolen artifacts to alien civilizations—until a disastrous job forced her into hiding. Now she just wants to enjoy a quiet life as a graduate student of anthropology, but she’s haunted by persistent and disturbing visions of the future.
Then an old friend comes to her with a job she can’t refuse: find a powerful object that could save an alien species from extinction. Except no one has seen it in living memory, and they aren’t the only ones hunting for it.
Maya sets out on a breakneck quest through a universe teeming with strange life and ancient ruins. But the farther she goes, the more her visions cast a dark shadow over her team of friends new and old. Someone will betray her along the way. Worse yet, in choosing to save one species, she may condemn humanity and Earth itself."
Early Release Day Retro Movie
I’ll bring a few movies made before you all were born, and we’ll have some popcorn to eat while watching one.
Grades 5-12
Bug Hotels
Bugs like to have safe places to rest as well, so invite them for a stay in your very own Bug Hotel! Using recycled materials and pieces of nature collected from outside, make a Bug Hotel to keep outside for all the little critters to stay in.
Ages 5+
Lego Build
Make a LEGO creation to display at the library. Ages 5+
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Lifelong Learning Lecture: Framingham Trailblazers
Examine the significant role Framingham played during periods of revolutionary change and how its residents, from the 18th century to today, have navigated and influenced broader social, political, and cultural transformations.
All Lifelong Learning mailing list recipients receive the Zoom link. If you have not joined our Lifelong Learning mailing list, go to bit.ly/Lifelong-Learning-Lectures.
Baby Storytime at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Sensory Bins
Sit outside in Astronaut’s Grove and explore sensory items in a bin!
Ages 2-4
Fun, safe, and simple sensory activities to help your baby explore.
AARP Tax Assistance (by appointment only)
IRS trained and certified AARP tax volunteers will be available to prepare your 2024 Federal and State Income tax returns. This program is designed to assist all people of low to middle income with special attention given to those aged 60 and older. This is a free program and volunteers are unable to process complex returns.
A list of documentation required for your appointment will be available at the library prior to your scheduled appointment.
Register at tinyurl.com/FPL-AARP
Book Buddies: Reading to Dogs (Arden)
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.
中文读书会
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
Registration: Mother Goose on the Loose
Sing songs, rhymes, and read a book. Stay after for open play and chat. Filled with fun, learning, and bonding for you and your baby! Ages 0-2.
Register starting April 14th online by Google Form or call 508-532-5570. Registration required; space is limited.
Program is every Monday for 7 weeks from April 28 - June 16 (excluding holidays) from 5:30-6:30pm at the Main Library.
The specific dates are as follows:
April 28
May 5, 12, 19
June 2, 9, 16
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.
Job Search Prep Program: The 21st Century Job Search
Finding a good job is harder than ever. But why? ATS, job boards, LinkedIn, networking, resumes. What are they? How do I best use them? Join resident career coach Ed Lawrence to kick off the Job Search Prep Program with this first session.
Maker Mondays: Bird Houses
Use common craft supplies to create your own custom bird house! 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
Tone & Stretch
Join us on for a variety of functional fitness exercises to tone core, upper, and lower body muscles followed by stretches. This is a low impact class designed to be adaptable to participants’ different levels.
If you haven't already, join our Execise mailing list to receive email reminders of upcoming classes.
Kids Chess Club
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
Queer Reads: Howl by Allen Ginsberg
"Howl and Other Poems is a collection of poetry by Allen Ginsberg, published on November 1, 1956. It contains Ginsberg's most famous poem, "Howl", which is considered to be one of the principal works of the Beat Generation , as well as "A Supermarket in California," "Transcription of Organ Music," "Sunflower Sutra," "America," "In the Baggage Room at Greyhound," and some of his earlier works."
Next discussion on May 20: Gender queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe
Registration: Mother Goose on the Loose
Sing songs, rhymes, and read a book. Stay after for open play and chat. Filled with fun, learning, and bonding for you and your baby! Ages 0-2.
Register starting April 14th online by Google Form or call 508-532-5570. Registration required; space is limited.
Program is every Monday for 7 weeks from April 28 - June 16 (excluding holidays) from 5:30-6:30pm at the Main Library.
The specific dates are as follows:
April 28
May 5, 12, 19
June 2, 9, 16
Main Library Yarn Social Hour
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.
Stretch & Relax
Join this class to maintain body flexibility, to improve balance, and to reduce stress.
If you haven't already, join our Exercise mailing list to receive email reminders of upcoming classes.
Yarn Social Hour
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.
Beginner Hand Sewing Workshop: Fabric Bookmarks
Learn to sew a fabric bookmark using hand sewing techniques. Supplies limited; Registration required: https://tinyurl.com/FPLfabricbookmarks Grades 4-8
Craft Ladies: Ceramic Tile Coasters
Join the Craft Ladies for an Adult Crafting night! We will be crafting colorful ceramic tile coasters with permanent markers and rubbing alcohol. We will email you to confirm your registration and to remind you of the upcoming workshop.
Register at https://tinyurl.com/FPL-Tiles. Space and materials are limited.
Release, Relax, Reinvigorate: Meditation with Leslie
Join Leslie Gabriele of With Love and Gratitude on the third Thursday of each month for a half hour of guided meditation and other opportunities for carefree relaxation.
Join our Meditation mailing list to receive a monthly email with Zoom link.
McAuliffe Book Discussion (Morning): The Lamplighters by Emma Stonex
Inspired by a haunting true story, a gorgeous and atmospheric novel about the mysterious disappearance of three lighthouse keepers from a remote tower miles from the Cornish coast--and about the wives who were left behind.
Next discussion on May 15: The Giver by Lois Lowry
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
Lifelong Learning Lecture: The “Shot Heard Round the World,” 250 Years Ago This Week
Rediscover the story of Lexington and Concord, the battles that began the Revolutionary War on April 19, 1775. Explore the myths and the realities of how a British expedition to seize arms, ammunition, and Patriot leaders failed and instead prompted the military conflict that led to American independence.
All Lifelong Learning mailing list recipients receive the Zoom link. If you have not joined our Lifelong Learning mailing list, go to bit.ly/Lifelong-Learning-Lectures.
Registration: Mother Goose on the Loose
Sing songs, rhymes, and read a book. Stay after for open play and chat. Filled with fun, learning, and bonding for you and your baby! Ages 0-2.
Register starting April 14th online by Google Form or call 508-532-5570. Registration required; space is limited.
Program is every Monday for 7 weeks from April 28 - June 16 (excluding holidays) from 5:30-6:30pm at the Main Library.
The specific dates are as follows:
April 28
May 5, 12, 19
June 2, 9, 16
Veterans At Ease Coffee Hour
Join us and your local, fellow veterans on the 3rd Friday of each month for free coffee and light refreshments.
This program is a collaboration between the Framingham Public Library and the City of Framingham Veterans Services.
Baby Storytime at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Blackout Poetry
It’s National Poetry Month, so we’re making Blackout Poetry drop in. Use a marker and an old book to make repurposed poetry.
Grades 6-12
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.
Earth Day Tissue Paper Handprint Craft
Use your paper hands to hold the Earth that you made. All Ages
Come plant with us!
Join us in the McAuliffe Community Garden for our first vegetable planting of the season. Our early cold crops include peas, radishes, beets, carrots, and lettuce. In the event of rain, the program is canceled.
中文读书会
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
McAuliffe Stuffed Animal Sleepover - Drop Off
April 22, 9:30AM-7PM DROP OFF | April 23 9:30-5:30PM PICK UP
Drop off your stuffed animal for their own overnight adventure in the library! Registration is required and space is limited. Please call 508-532-5636 x4 to register.
All Ages
Job Search Prep Program: Reinventing Yourself for a New Career
What does it mean to reinvent yourself? How do you select a new field or industry? And how can you interest employers? Join resident career coach Ed Lawrence to discuss career changes and what it takes to pivot your work life in a different direction.
Bird Houses at McAuliffe
Use common craft supplies to create your own custom bird house, but this time at the McAuliffe Branch!
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
Earth Day: Wildflower Seed Bombs
Give back to the Earth with these easy-to-make seed bombs. Blend together clay, dirt, water, and wildflower seeds, then form them into a ball. Let them dry, then toss them in the ground. As the seed bombs receive sun and rain, they will eventually compost and the seeds will germinate
All Ages
Puzzle Craft
Craft with old puzzle pieces! Inspiration provided, but your creativity is the star! All Ages.
Adult Craft Night: Galaxy Bath Bombs
Unleash your inner artist and create your own celestial-inspired bath bombs! Join us for a relaxing evening of crafting as we mix, mold, and make galaxy-themed bath bombs that are out of this world. Perfect for a little self-care or a unique gift. All materials provided—just bring your creativity!
McAuliffe Stuffed Animal Sleepover - Pick Up
April 23 9:30-5:30PM PICK UP
Your stuffed animals had a great time at the library last night, so come pick them up so they can tell you all about it!
All Ages
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
April 23, 9:30AM-7PM DROP OFF | MAIN, CHILDREN’S ROOM
April 24 9:30-5:30PM PICK UP | MAIN, CHILDREN’S ROOM
Drop off your stuffed animal for their own overnight adventure in the library! Registration is required and space is limited. Please call 508-532-5570 or come in person to register. All Ages!
Main Library Yarn Social Hour
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.
McAuliffe Matinee: First Man
"A look at the life of the astronaut, Neil Armstrong, and the legendary space mission that led him to become the first man to walk on the Moon on July 20, 1969."
PG-13, 2018, 2h 21m
Stop Motion Animation Crash Course
Come to a session with animation teacher Eben Taylor. Learn how to create stop motion animation while working with others. Materials provided - but don’t forget your imagination!
Ages 6-10.
Choose only 1 day. Space is limited. Registration is required with this google form and starts on April 7th.
Yarn Social Hour
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.
Career Options for Teens w/ Ed Lawrence
Are you age 15 or older?
Are you wondering what you want to do for work in the future?
Do you have ideas for saving the world?
Or are you still figuring out what you’re good at?
What do think when you hear the word “College?”\
If you have pondered any of these questions, join us! We’ll try to help you figure out some answers.
You’ll have the chance to take some free self-assessments and figure out what you’re good at and like to do!
We’ll also talk about college. It’s expensive! Is it worth it? Is it right for you? If so, what will be your major? If not, what are your options?
Pre-registration is appreciated, and walk-ins are welcome: https://bit.ly/teen-career-options
Mindfulness 101
Are you looking to cultivate a mind that is more peaceful? More capable of navigating challenges with a little more grace and effectiveness? Or to simply be more awake and present in each moment? Join Greg Topakian, Ph.D. for Meditation 101.
Chair Stretch and Relax
Join certified professional trainer Sophia Mellen of Sage Wellness for Chair Stretch & Relax for these in-person-only classes!
Stop Motion Animation Crash Course
Come to a session with animation teacher Eben Taylor. Learn how to create stop motion animation while working with others. Materials provided - but don’t forget your imagination!
Ages 8-12.
Choose only 1 day. Space is limited. Registration is required with this google form and starts on April 7th.
Tinker Thursdays
Join us the last Thursday of each month to create, using items from our makerspace! Every month we’ll bring out different materials and tools. Grades 4-8
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The Seed Lending Library presents Container Gardening with Jenna
Join Jenna Porter of River’s Edge and learn how to plan, prepare, plant, and maintain beautiful containers of vegetables, herbs, and flowers. Learn about soil, watering, fertilizing, and of course, plant selection. Jenna also lets you know her best picks for containers and talks about her favorite veggie, herb, and tomato varieties and uses.
Baby Storytime at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Saturday Morning Cartoons (on Friday!)
Relax and eat cereal while watching your favorite cartoons from when you were a kid. It’s vacation week, so we’re watching Saturday morning cartoons on a Friday.
Grades 6-12
Fairytale Engineering
Drop in throughout the afternoon for hands-on engineering to help the 3 little pigs. From 1–2PM, build a straw house. From 2–3PM, build a stick house. From 3–4PM, build a brick house.
Ages 8+
Book Buddies: Reading to Dogs (Arden)
April 5, 11:30AM | MAIN, CHILDREN’S ROOM (Arden)
April 25, 3PM | 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.
Book Discussion & Craft - Celebrating Earth Day
Read “Go, Go, Green Energy” (part of the Magnificent Makers series by Theanne Griffith). Limited copies available to check out in the children’s room all month. Join us for a discussion at 10:30am and a craft at 11am. All Ages.
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.
Music Bingo
Join us at the Main Library for an afternoon of Music Bingo! Test your knowledge of music from a variety of genres.
To register for a reminder email, fill out the form here: https://bit.ly/fpl-music-bingo
Grades 6-12
中文读书会
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
Bachata at the Library
Come learn bachata, a social dance, and listen to bachata music.
Beginner-friendly, accessible, and everyone is welcome. No partner is necessary.
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.
Monday Matinee: Saturday Night
"At 11:30pm on October 11, 1975, a ferocious troupe of young comedians and writers changed television, and culture, forever. This film is based on the true story of what happened behind the scenes in the 90 minutes leading up to the first broadcast of Saturday Night Live. Full of humor, chaos, and the magic of a revolution that almost wasn't, we count down the minutes in real time until we hear those famous words."
R, 2024, 1h 49m
Maker Mondays: Bird Houses
Use common craft supplies to create your own custom bird house! 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
Tone & Stretch
Join us on for a variety of functional fitness exercises to tone core, upper, and lower body muscles followed by stretches. This is a low impact class designed to be adaptable to participants’ different levels.
If you haven't already, join our Execise mailing list to receive email reminders of upcoming classes.
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Mother Goose on the Loose [program starts May 5th]
UPDATE: Program starts May 5th
Only for registered participants. Check back in June for information on the next session. Ages 0-2.
Puzzle Swap: McAuliffe Branch
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.
Twilight Astronomy with Professor Fishman
Join us for an evening of astronomical appreciation in celebration of Mass Space Week. It may not be completely dark, but there’s still plenty to see in the twilight sky! Professor George Fishman, Senior Lecturer of Astronomy at Bentley, will be on hand to answer all your pressing questions about planets, stars, galaxies, NASA, and the search for life outside of Earth. Please note: In the event of bad weather, the event will move inside.
Sensory Crawl
Take baby outside for some fresh air and let them crawl around on blankets to explore!
Ages 0-2
Fun, safe, and simple sensory activities to help your baby explore.
Main Library Yarn Social Hour
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.
Toddler Craft: Cardboard Roll Flower Stamping
Use paint and cardboard rolls to stamp a colorful garden!
Ages 2+
Yarn Social Hour
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.