Events Calendar / Kids

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Pet Rocks

Have you been looking for a pet that’s loyal, friendly, quiet, and low-maintenance? Adopt your own one-of-a-kind companion: a pet rock! Dress up your new best friend with craft supplies and decorate a carrying case to take home.

Ages 4-12

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Mini Koinobori Craft

To celebrate AAPI Month, we’re making Koinobori! Koinobori, meaning 'carp streamer' in Japanese, are carp-shaped windsocks traditionally flown in Japan to celebrate Tango no sekku, a traditional calendrical event which is now designated as Children's Day, a national holiday in Japan.

Ages 5-12

Our Commitment to Cultural Respect: At Framingham Public Library, we believe in honoring and respecting all cultures. This event aims to educate participants about the cultural significance of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Our activity is designed to inspire creativity while fostering cultural sensitivity and respect.

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Bubble Painting

Use bubbles tinted with food coloring to make exciting paintings.

Ages 1-4

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

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Storytime in the Parks

We're taking storytime on the go this summer in Framingham! Join us for a themed storytime and craft, a visit on the Bookmobile, and the occasional activity brought to you by Parks & Recreation! 

All stops are accessible by MWTA busses. If traveling by MWTA bus, notify driver along route by park to stop.

Wednesdays in May, June, July, and August!

5/6 - Cushing Memorial Park Academy Building

5/20 - Roosevelt Park

6/3 - Woodfield Park

6/17 - Furber Park

In case of rain, storytime will be held in the Academy Building at Cushing Memorial Park.

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Water Safety for Kids!

Join British Swim School for a workshop on swim safety to help children learn how to stay safe in and around water year-round.

Learn About:

  • Why it's important to always swim with a buddy
  • What pool depth numbers mean
  • How to safely enter the water feet first
  • Help families understand the importance of water safety

 Ages 0-12

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Book Buddies: Reading to Dogs (Cosmo)

​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.

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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

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Storytime in the Parks

We're taking storytime on the go this summer in Framingham! Join us for a themed storytime and craft, a visit on the Bookmobile, and the occasional activity brought to you by Parks & Recreation! 

All stops are accessible by MWTA busses. If traveling by MWTA bus, notify driver along route by park to stop.

Wednesdays in May, June, July, and August!

5/6 - Cushing Memorial Park Academy Building

5/20 - Roosevelt Park

6/3 - Woodfield Park

6/17 - Furber Park

In case of rain, storytime will be held in the Academy Building at Cushing Memorial Park.

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Mandarin Storytime with BrightUpKids

非常适合母语人士和初学者,通过生动的故事和精美的绘本,带您领略汉语之美。每周相约,与我们一同开启语言、文化与创意的新奇旅程!适合3-5岁儿童!

由于恰逢周末假日,原定于5月23日在McAuliffe 分管举行的普通话故事活动将被取消。

McAuliffe Branch: 周六下午 3 点 1 月 24 日、2 月 21 日、3 月 21、日 4 月 18 日、5 月 23 日、6 月 20 日

Main Library: 周六下午 3 点 1 月 10 日、2 月 7 日、3 月 7、日 4 月 4 日、5 月 9 日、6 月 6 日

 

Perfect for both native speakers and beginners, it introduces the beauty of Mandarin through lively storytelling and picture books. Join us each week for a new adventure in language, culture, and creativity! Ages 3-5!

Storytime on May 23rd at McAuliffe Branch is cancelled due to the holiday weekend

McAuliffe Branch: Saturdays at 3pm: 1/24, 2/21, 3/21, 4/18, 5/23, 6/20

Main Library: Saturdays at 3pm: 1/10, 2/7, 3/7, 4/4, 5/9, 6/6

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No K-Day Outdoor Chalk Art

Come to the McAuliffe Branch on this No Kindergarten Day. Make some chalk drawings on the patio for everyone to see.

Ages 2-7

This program is weather dependent.

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Storytime in the Parks

We're taking storytime on the go this summer in Framingham! Join us for a themed storytime and craft, a visit on the Bookmobile, and the occasional activity brought to you by Parks & Recreation! 

All stops are accessible by MWTA busses. If traveling by MWTA bus, notify driver along route by park to stop.

Wednesdays in May, June, July, and August!

5/6 - Cushing Memorial Park Academy Building

5/20 - Roosevelt Park

6/3 - Woodfield Park

6/17 - Furber Park

In case of rain, storytime will be held in the Academy Building at Cushing Memorial Park.

Mandarin Storytime with BrightUpKids thumbnail Photo

Mandarin Storytime with BrightUpKids

非常适合母语人士和初学者,通过生动的故事和精美的绘本,带您领略汉语之美。每周相约,与我们一同开启语言、文化与创意的新奇旅程!适合3-5岁儿童!

由于恰逢周末假日,原定于5月23日在McAuliffe 分管举行的普通话故事活动将被取消。

McAuliffe Branch: 周六下午 3 点 1 月 24 日、2 月 21 日、3 月 21、日 4 月 18 日、5 月 23 日、6 月 20 日

Main Library: 周六下午 3 点 1 月 10 日、2 月 7 日、3 月 7、日 4 月 4 日、5 月 9 日、6 月 6 日

 

Perfect for both native speakers and beginners, it introduces the beauty of Mandarin through lively storytelling and picture books. Join us each week for a new adventure in language, culture, and creativity! Ages 3-5!

Storytime on May 23rd at McAuliffe Branch is cancelled due to the holiday weekend

McAuliffe Branch: Saturdays at 3pm: 1/24, 2/21, 3/21, 4/18, 5/23, 6/20

Main Library: Saturdays at 3pm: 1/10, 2/7, 3/7, 4/4, 5/9, 6/6