Storytime at the McAuliffe Branch
Drop in every week for themed stories and a craft.
Ages 3-5 and Caregivers.
Drop in every week for themed stories and a craft.
Ages 3-5 and Caregivers.
When evil wizards Razamel and Gargamel take Papa Smurf, the Smurfs embark on a mission to the real world to save him. Rated PG; Runtime 92 minutes; Closed Captions provided in English.
Use anything in the SparkLab to work on your projects! Design something to be 3d printed! Needle felt something! Make some stickers! You get to decide.
Fill out our registration form here if you'd like to sign up for Teen Craft program reminders: https://framinghamlibrary.short.gy/teen-crafts
Grades 6-12
Sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Have career-related questions? Need help with a resume? Maybe you want to practice your interview skills. Stop by our Walk-in Career Services and meet with resident career coach Ed Lawrence for expert advice.
Find Ed every Tuesday evening from 6–8PM at the Main Library in the former Homework Center on the first floor. No appointment necessary and always free!
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.
Welcome in the New Year at noon! Perfect for kids and those who won’t stay up till midnight! Make crafts, dress up, and get ready for a balloon countdown drop at noon!
Join us at the McAuliffe Branch for a sensory friendly program, or enjoy some loud fun (all the same fun activities!) at the Main Library!
All Ages
Welcome in the New Year at noon! Perfect for kids and those who won’t stay up till midnight! Make crafts, dress up, and get ready for a balloon countdown drop at noon!
Join us at the Main Library for some loud fun, or enjoy the sensory friendly program (all the same fun activities!) at the McAuliffe Branch!
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.
11-11:30AM | Ages 1-5
11:30AM-12PM | Ages 6-12
Too cold to play outside? Not enough snow on the ground? Come to the library for a fun fake snowball fight! Toss soft, plush snow-like balls, create forts, and have a great time!
22 years after Tess and Anna endured an identity crisis, Anna now has a daughter and a soon-to-be stepdaughter. As they navigate the challenges that come when two families merge, Tess and Anna discover that lightning might strike twice. (2025, PG, 1h 50m)
Drop in every week for themed stories and a craft.
Ages 3-5 and Caregivers.
Join Anne Madara, Local Coordinator for the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program, to learn the key provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and how it impacts individual taxpayers, especially older adults. Bring your questions—plenty of time for Q&A!
The after school Homework Center program at the Framingham Public Library offers a quiet place for students K–12 to get homework done with free support from tutors and homework helpers. Drop in for learning and snacks!
Mondays and Thursdays 3PM-6PM
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
Put your knowledge to the test at our first monthly Library trivia night. From entertainment, geography, sports, history and science, you never know what we’re going to ask. Test your knowledge and have some fun! Bring a team or join one when you arrive, everyone's welcome. Start the New Year right and enjoy a relaxed evening of friendly competition and plenty of laughs!
Sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
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
The Main Library Book Discussion meets on the first Tuesday of each month. Books chosen are generally literary fiction or narrative nonfiction. Participants take turns leading the discussion. This discussion currently meets online via Zoom. Register here: https://bit.ly/fpl-adultbookdiscussion
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.
Jigsaw puzzles, Sudoku, crossword puzzles, and more! Pop by any time, grab a cozy beverage, and puzzle to your heart’s content! Puzzles and beverages provided. All Ages Welcome.
Join Fitness Specialist, Sophia Mellen for a full body stretch. Mobilize your body head to toe through various exercises in standing, on the floor, or using a chair. If you have not registered before, join our mailing list: bit.ly/FPL-Exercise-Classes
*No class on January 21.
Beginning January 2026, Tone & Stretch, Stretch & Relax, and Chair Stretch & Relax are discontinued. Join us on Wednesdays online for Stretch, Relax, and Mobilize.
The after school Homework Center program at the Framingham Public Library offers a quiet place for students K–12 to get homework done with free support from tutors and homework helpers. Drop in for learning and snacks!
Wednesdays 3PM=5PM
The after school Homework Center program at the Framingham Public Library offers a quiet place for students K–12 to get homework done with free support from tutors and homework helpers. Drop in for learning and snacks!
Mondays and Thursdays 3PM-6PM
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
New year, new hobby! Do you have leftover supplies from holiday crafts? Would you like free materials to try a new hobby? Bring your supplies and swap them for new ones! You may drop them off during the week of January 10th or bring them with you to the swap.
Drop in every week for themed stories and a craft.
Ages 3-5 and Caregivers.
The after school Homework Center program at the Framingham Public Library offers a quiet place for students K–12 to get homework done with free support from tutors and homework helpers. Drop in for learning and snacks!
Mondays and Thursdays 3PM-6PM
Join Chef Hailey in some out of this world Edible Science Experiments! This program mixes cooking and science in a fun, hands-on way. Kids will explore how ingredients react with each other while creating tasty, edible experiments.
Ages 5+
Registration Required: https://bit.ly/LittleChefsMcAJ
Welcome to Tor, a land of ancient magic, sleepy towns, and whispered legends. Life has always been simple—until now.
Strange things have been happening across the realm:
• Travelers speak of creatures never before seen, roaming the forests and skies…
• Entire villages report strange curses, spreading like wildfire without explanation…
• And in the darkest corners of the land, the dead are beginning to rise.
In the bustling town of Greybend, four strangers meet in a tavern for their very first mission.
Their task? Help sweet Old Lady Nessa with a rat problem in her cellar.
But what begins as a small job quickly spirals into something far greater—and far more dangerous—than anyone could have expected.
“The Quest” is a Dungeons & Dragons jump-in adventure perfect for new players and experienced adventurers alike. Dive into an epic story full of mystery, magic, monsters, and more!
All materials provided—just show up on time, ready to play! No experience needed. Just bring your imagination and your sense of adventure.
Dare to take the first step? The world of Tor awaits.
Registration required, space is limited: THIS PROGRAM IS CURRENTLY FULL
Grades 6-12
You are under attack. Criminals want your data, your passwords, your money.Each day 3.4 billion emails are published with one purpose—to entice you to open them.
It’s time to defend yourself! Join us as we discuss how to recognize and protect yourself from phishing attacks. Come hear about phishing, vishing, quid pro quo attacks, tailgating, baiting, pig slaughtering, and catfishing. We’ll even provide steps to take if you’ve been caught.
Sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Culpability by Bruce Holsinger
The McAuliffe Branch hosts two book discussion groups to discuss various fiction and nonfiction, as well as contemporary and classic literature. You can join us anytime to discuss one particular book or become a regular. Register here: https://bit.ly/mca-bookdiscussions
Designed for people interested in improving their Spanish as a second language. All classes include pronunciation, writing exercises, basic communication skills, and simple conversations. These are beginner level classes with Spanish immersion. Registration is for the entire course: Every Tuesday at 7PM from January 13 - May 19.
Register here
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.
Lloyd Vogel, a cynical journalist, gets acquainted with a kind-hearted television host Fred Rogers while writing an article on him. With time, they strike an unlikely friendship. (2019, PG, 1h 49m)
Join Fitness Specialist, Sophia Mellen for a full body stretch. Mobilize your body head to toe through various exercises in standing, on the floor, or using a chair. If you have not registered before, join our mailing list: bit.ly/FPL-Exercise-Classes
*No class on January 21.
Beginning January 2026, Tone & Stretch, Stretch & Relax, and Chair Stretch & Relax are discontinued. Join us on Wednesdays online for Stretch, Relax, and Mobilize.
The after school Homework Center program at the Framingham Public Library offers a quiet place for students K–12 to get homework done with free support from tutors and homework helpers. Drop in for learning and snacks!
Wednesdays 3PM=5PM
Sci-Fi Book Discussion: Neuromancer by William Gibson
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
In the Midst of Winter by Isabel Allende
The McAuliffe Branch hosts two book discussion groups to discuss various fiction and nonfiction, as well as contemporary and classic literature. You can join us anytime to discuss one particular book or become a regular. Register here: https://bit.ly/mca-bookdiscussions
Young love and childish fears highlight a year in the life of a turn-of-the-century family. (1944, NR, 1h 53m)
The after school Homework Center program at the Framingham Public Library offers a quiet place for students K–12 to get homework done with free support from tutors and homework helpers. Drop in for learning and snacks!
Mondays and Thursdays 3PM-6PM
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
Guest speaker: Dr. David Smailes, Former Associate Professor of Political Science, Law and Global Studies, Framingham State University
We live in an age where information about politics is more readily available than ever, but we also seem to feel more uncertain about how much of that information we can trust. Join us as we examine how information is often manipulated in political discussions and how we can be on our guard against information that is designed to mislead us.
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.
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Wear something you aren’t afraid of getting paint on because we’re finger painting!
Fun, safe, and simple sensory activities to help your baby explore. Ages 0-4
Make your own starry lamp by drawing out constellations and poking holes through so the stars can glow!
Ages 5+
Discover how polar bears and penguins stay dry and warm in below-freezing temperatures! Ages 3+
Each month we will explore a new cookbook, try out new recipes at home, and come together to share our experiences making the recipe. Whether you're a kitchen novice or a seasoned home chef, this club is a delicious way to discover new flavors and connect with fellow food lovers.
The after school Homework Center program at the Framingham Public Library offers a quiet place for students K–12 to get homework done with free support from tutors and homework helpers. Drop in for learning and snacks!
Mondays and Thursdays 3PM-6PM
Sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
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. Registration required.
Designed for people interested in improving their Spanish as a second language. All classes include pronunciation, writing exercises, basic communication skills, and simple conversations. These are beginner level classes with Spanish immersion. Registration is for the entire course: Every Tuesday at 7PM from January 13 - May 19.
Register here
Orlando: A Biography by Virginia Woolf
The Queer Reads Book Discussion celebrates queer authors, books, and themes. This discussion meets in person every third Tuesday of the month at the McAuliffe Branch. Register here: https://bit.ly/fpl-queerbookdiscussion
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.
When a Jamaican sprinter is disqualified from the Olympic Games, he enlists the help of a dishonored coach to start the first Jamaican Bobsled Team. (1993, PG, 1h 38m)
The after school Homework Center program at the Framingham Public Library offers a quiet place for students K–12 to get homework done with free support from tutors and homework helpers. Drop in for learning and snacks!
Wednesdays 3PM=5PM
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
Join the Craft Ladies for an adult crafting night! We will be using wooden blocks and decorative paper to create perpetual calendars. Supplies and space are limited. Registration is required and opens on January
The after school Homework Center program at the Framingham Public Library offers a quiet place for students K–12 to get homework done with free support from tutors and homework helpers. Drop in for learning and snacks!
Mondays and Thursdays 3PM-6PM
Join us for this interactive storytime and craft activity with a local author. Ages 2+
Join Anne Madara, Local Coordinator for the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program, to learn the key provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and how it impacts individual taxpayers, especially older adults. Bring your questions—plenty of time for Q&A!
Bill Shaner and Chris Robage from the podcast Outdoor Cats join us for a discussion on mutual aid. They'll answer the question, "what is mutual aid" and discuss how the framework of mutual aid can help us build a more resilient and person-first community.
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Drop in for some watercolor painting. Imagination has no limit with art! All Ages
Join us for the Bob Dodd Sunday Concert, featuring concert pianist Liana Paniyeva. Doors open at 2:30. Refreshments provided.
Join Leslie Gabriele of With Love and Gratitude on the fourth Monday of each month from September to May for a half hour of guided meditation and other opportunities for carefree relaxation. Leslie teaches valuable techniques to help you learn to release, relax, and reinvigorate your mind.
Join our Meditation mailing list to receive a monthly email reminder with Zoom link.
Drop in every week for themed stories and a craft.
Ages 3-5 and Caregivers.
A tinderbox of competition and resentments underneath the façade of a picture-perfect couple is ignited when the husband's professional dreams come crashing down. (2025, R, 1h 45m)
The after school Homework Center program at the Framingham Public Library offers a quiet place for students K–12 to get homework done with free support from tutors and homework helpers. Drop in for learning and snacks!
Mondays and Thursdays 3PM-6PM
Welcome to Tor, a land of ancient magic, sleepy towns, and whispered legends. Life has always been simple—until now.
Strange things have been happening across the realm:
• Travelers speak of creatures never before seen, roaming the forests and skies…
• Entire villages report strange curses, spreading like wildfire without explanation…
• And in the darkest corners of the land, the dead are beginning to rise.
In the bustling town of Greybend, four strangers meet in a tavern for their very first mission.
Their task? Help sweet Old Lady Nessa with a rat problem in her cellar.
But what begins as a small job quickly spirals into something far greater—and far more dangerous—than anyone could have expected.
“The Quest” is a Dungeons & Dragons jump-in adventure perfect for new players and experienced adventurers alike. Dive into an epic story full of mystery, magic, monsters, and more!
All materials provided—just show up on time, ready to play! No experience needed. Just bring your imagination and your sense of adventure.
Dare to take the first step? The world of Tor awaits.
Registration required, space is limited: THIS PROGRAM IS CURRENTLY FULL
Grades 6-12
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.
Sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Join us for a cozy Library Craft Night and create your own yarn-scrap scarf! We'll show you how to crochet your very own scarf using just leftover yarn scraps. All materials provided. No crafting experience needed. Just bring your creativity and enjoy a fun, relaxing evening! Space and materials are limited.
Introverts unite… quietly!
Bring your favorite book, sip something cozy, and read alongside your Library Director for an hour of peaceful, uninterrupted page turning. No discussion required. Refreshments provided.
Designed for people interested in improving their Spanish as a second language. All classes include pronunciation, writing exercises, basic communication skills, and simple conversations. These are beginner level classes with Spanish immersion. Registration is for the entire course: Every Tuesday at 7PM from January 13 - May 19.
Register here
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.
Build a rocket ship out of the letters of your name that is out of this world!
Ages 2+
Join us in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day to experience a Virtual Reality tour of the Anne Frank House. To reserve a 45 minute time slot, please call the McAuliffe Branch at 508-532-5636 or register online.
Join Fitness Specialist, Sophia Mellen for a full body stretch. Mobilize your body head to toe through various exercises in standing, on the floor, or using a chair. If you have not registered before, join our mailing list: bit.ly/FPL-Exercise-Classes
*No class on January 21.
Beginning January 2026, Tone & Stretch, Stretch & Relax, and Chair Stretch & Relax are discontinued. Join us on Wednesdays online for Stretch, Relax, and Mobilize.
The after school Homework Center program at the Framingham Public Library offers a quiet place for students K–12 to get homework done with free support from tutors and homework helpers. Drop in for learning and snacks!
Wednesdays 3PM=5PM
Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall
Hot Takes: Romance Book Discussion at the Main Library meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month. This discussion group will delve into the world of romance through genres such as contemporary fiction, fantasy, sci-fi, and more! We welcome all tastes and experiences in our judgement free zone. Register here for email updates: https://bit.ly/FPL-Hot-Takes
Observe a moment of silence in recognition of the 40th anniversary of the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster.
Build forts with soft blocks and play with soft snowballs!
Ages 0-4
Fun, safe, and simple sensory activities to help your baby explore.
Join us in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day to experience a Virtual Reality tour of the Anne Frank House. To reserve a 45 minute time slot, please call the McAuliffe Branch at 508-532-5636 or register online.
The after school Homework Center program at the Framingham Public Library offers a quiet place for students K–12 to get homework done with free support from tutors and homework helpers. Drop in for learning and snacks!
Mondays and Thursdays 3PM-6PM
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Join us in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day to experience a Virtual Reality tour of the Anne Frank House. To reserve a 45 minute time slot, please call the McAuliffe Branch at 508-532-5636 or register online.
From prehistoric times into the 21st century, both bees and honey have fascinated us for centuries. Come see what it takes to get started in beekeeping, the health benefits of the nectar and pollen, as well as the important role honeybees play in pollinating the fruits and vegetables we eat every day!
Join Safiyat Hamiss of Tasty Harvests and our Seed Lending Library for our annual seed swap party.
Join us in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day to experience a Virtual Reality tour of the Anne Frank House. To reserve a 45 minute time slot, please call the McAuliffe Branch at 508-532-5636 or register online.