Anime Club
Watch anime, do crafts, eat snacks, and meet other anime and manga lovers.
If you'd like to sing up for our Anime Club monthly reminder email list, just fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/GAd6djE1WMPkm8k98
Grades 6-12
Events Calendar / Teens
Teen Open SparkLab
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
Battletech: Alpha Strike
Learn and play a fast-paced, miniatures-based role playing game! Whether you’re new to table top role playing games (TTRPG’s), or you’ve played a ton of them, BattleTech: Alpha Strike is a fun time.
Program will be first come first served, and once it fills up, that’s that. If you'd like to sign up for reminder emails, please fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/xpEmpRM6erAC5eij6
Grades 6-12
McAuliffe Branch 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 McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6PM. At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10AM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but 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
Maker Mondays: Spooky String Art
Use nothing but wood, nails, and string to make a spooky piece of wall art perfect for the season! Or use our other equipment to make something else in the SparkLab.
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
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/THE LEARNING CENTER
3rd Tuesday of every Month, 5PM | MCAULIFFE, COMMUNITY ROOM
McAuliffe Branch 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 McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6PM. At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10AM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
McAuliffe Branch Craft: Framed Ghosties
Trap a ghost in a frame for all eternity! Or at least use tissue paper and gold paint to make one.
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
Banned Book Week Special Screening: Banned Together
Following three students as they fight to reinstate 97 books suddenly pulled from their school libraries, this film pulls back the curtain on two of the most controversial issues in America today: book bans and curriculum censorship in public schools. As they evolve from local to national activists, they meet with banned authors, politicians, and the major players protecting the First Amendment of our Constitution.
2025| Suggested 13+ | 1h 32m
D&D Campaign: The Quest (GROUP CURRENTLY FULL)
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.
GROUP CURRENTLY FULL
Grades 6-12
McAuliffe Branch 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 McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6PM. At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10AM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
Early Release Day Scary Movie
We’l have a few options, and we’ll pick a fun pre-Halloween spooky movie to watch with some fresh popcorn.
Grades 6-12
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
Stacks and Facts Trivia Night
Join us for an evening of general knowledge trivia. We cover topics from history and geography to music and science, with plenty of laughs guaranteed. Bring your friends, form a team (up to 5 people), or arrive solo and we'll help you find a group. It's a great way to connect, learn new things, and enjoy a fun night out at your library.
Maker Mondays: Spooky String Art
Use nothing but wood, nails, and string to make a spooky piece of wall art perfect for the season! Or use our other equipment to make something else in the SparkLab.
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
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
McAuliffe Branch 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 McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6PM. At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10AM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
Survive the Zombie Apocalypse!
Try and survive the annual zombie invasion of Framingham! Gather supplies in the library after it closes, and make sure to avoid getting eaten.
Registration strongly recommended: https://framinghamlibrary.short.gy/Zombie-Night-2026
Grades 6-12
Metal Stamping Workshop
Stamp letters, numbers, rhinestones and more! Limited items available. Ages 8+
Anime Club
Watch anime, do crafts, eat snacks, and meet other anime and manga lovers.
If you'd like to sing up for our Anime Club monthly reminder email list, just fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/GAd6djE1WMPkm8k98
Grades 6-12
Maker Mondays: Spooky String Art
Use nothing but wood, nails, and string to make a spooky piece of wall art perfect for the season! Or use our other equipment to make something else in the SparkLab.
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
Battletech: Alpha Strike
Learn and play a fast-paced, miniatures-based role playing game! Whether you’re new to table top role playing games (TTRPG’s), or you’ve played a ton of them, BattleTech: Alpha Strike is a fun time.
Program will be first come first served, and once it fills up, that’s that. If you'd like to sign up for reminder emails, please fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/xpEmpRM6erAC5eij6
Grades 6-12
McAuliffe Branch 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 McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6PM. At the Main Library, meet Wednesday mornings at 10AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10AM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
Make it Tuesday: Gnovember Gnomes
Celebrate Gnovember by creating an adorable burlap gnome door hanger! Join us for a fun and relaxing craft night as we make a festive decoration that's perfect for welcoming guests all season long. All materials will be provided. Come enjoy a creative evening and leave with a handmade gnome to brighten your home!
Registration opens October 1. Register here.
Early Release Day Slime
Stop by the McAuliffe Branch backyard to make some early release day slime.
Grades 6-12
Halloween Movie Marathon!
Come celebrate Halloween with 3 freaky films for children, teens, and adults. Costumes welcome!
- 10AM: Happy Halloween, Scooby Doo! (2020 | NR | 1hr 20m)
- 12PM: Arachnophobia (1990 | PG-13 | 1hr 45min)
- 2:30PM: Obsession (R | 2025| 1hr 50min)