May Baskets 2024

Celebrate Spring with the May Baskets Raffle!

The raffle has something for everyone - electronics, food, wine, fun, and more! Peruse photos of this year's offerings above, read the full descriptions below, and visit the Main Library and McAuliffe Branch Library to see the baskets in person.

Tickets are available at both libraries.

The cost is $5 per ticket or $20 for 5 tickets.

The raffle is open now and ends on Friday May 31st.

We will be drawing raffle winners at noon on June 4th.

All proceeds benefit the Literacy Unlimited tutoring program.

Baskets at Framingham Public Library Main Branch

Basket #1 Fresh Air is Calling You! Schwinn Ranger 26”; Adult Unisex Mountain Bike. Yearning to ride through the fresh forest trails of Massachusetts? Do it on a brand new 21-speed, 26” Ranger Mountain Bike by Schwinn. Unbeatable features include easy height adjustability to fit riders between 5’ and 5’ 8” tall, and alloy linear-pull brakes for super stopping power. Ah, breathe in the sweet spring air! Donated by a friend of Literacy Unlimited

Basket #2 Wine & Chocolate Collection. Host the Classiest Book Club in Town! Lure more people to your book club with this generous wine and chocolate basket. Goodies include three bottles of wine, five types of delectable chocolate, several other appetizers and two book club-themed glasses. A well-fed group makes for better discussion! Donated by Framingham Public Library Circulation Desk

Basket #3 Headset Beats By Dr. Dre Studio Pro Headphones. Listen to This…No Really! Bring your listening into the modern age with these extremely customizable, sleek headphones. Your audiobooks, music and podcasts all go with you in stylish comfort. These feature noise cancelling as well, and are both Bluetooth and analog compatible. Listen all day long without charging, and keep them protected with the included carrying case. Donated by Framingham Public Library Foundation

Basket #4 $100 in Lottery Tickets. Literacy is Lucky! Stretch your chances of winning extra cash with this generous $100 pack of Massachusetts lottery scratch tickets. This one is a good bet! Donated by Maria & Joe Barry

Basket #5 Fitbit Versa 4 Fitness Smartwatch. Watch Your Health! Step up your game AND your health with the incredible Fitbit Versa 4 Fitness Smartwatch. This has all the features you expect in a fitness tracker PLUS GPS, text messaging, phone calling and more. Wow! It even offers you personalized daily exercise recommendations based upon your overall body condition with its included 6-month premium membership! Donated by Mauricio Hernandez

Basket #6 Digital Air Fryer Countertop Oven by Oster. Try Air Frying – You Won’t Go Back! Say goodbye to soggy reheated leftovers with a 12-function, RapidCrisp air fryer by Oster. This 23-quart model boasts twice the capacity of basket-style models, plus a see-through oven window. All parts are dishwasher safe, adding to the ease of use of this beauty. Donated by Volunteers of the Friends of the Library

Basket #7 Restaurant Gift Certificates. Give Yourself a Break – Eat Out! Eat your way around town in international style while supporting Literacy Unlimited. This basket includes gift certificates from multiple restaurants in Framingham, Ashland and Natick. Who’s hungry?! Donated by Andina Café, Mexico City Taqueria, Framingham Station and Pho Dakao

Baskets at Christa McAuliffe Branch Library

Basket #8 Trader Joe’s Italian-Themed Gift Basket. Abbondanza! Ready for some fresh Italian ingredients at your next dinner party? Look at this wonderful basket! Enjoy a variety of pastas, sauces, oil, vinegar and more –your friends will think they’ve arrived in Italy! Donated by Trader Joe’s Framingham

Basket #9 Amazon Kindle Paperwhite with Carrying Case. Your Personalized Library. Imagine an entire library customized to your taste that travels with you anywhere. That’s exactly what this latest version Kindle Paperwhite is, and you can win it PLUS a handsome fabric carrying case! The latest 16GB version of the Paperwhite offers a larger screen, adjustable warm light, increased battery life and faster page turns. Find yourself a cup of tea and prepare to escape into reading! Donated by Tina Fan-Seto

Basket #10 Game Night – Game On! Gaming together promotes closeness, laughter and yes, literacy. Your family or circle of friends definitely needs more games! This generous basket offers some of the hottest games around to promote more fun and togetherness. Included are Apples to Apples, Clue Classic Edition, CODENAMES, Ticket To Ride and Wingspan. Learn to play these classic games of the future while spending quality time with your friends and family. Donated by a Friend of Literacy Unlimited

Basket #11 Target and Home Depot Gift Cards. Squee!! A Shopping Spree! Imagine a $100 shopping spree at Target AND a $50 one from Home Depot! Load up both carts with cool and useful items (you know you want to!) and do Literacy Unlimited a big favor at the same time. Are you a tutor? Why not tour the stores with your student and combine this cool prize with an English lesson? Donated by Target and BEN’S CONSTRUCTION INC.

Basket #12 Restaurant Gift Certificates. Give Yourself a Break – Eat Out! Eat your way around town in international style while supporting Literacy Unlimited. This basket includes gift certificates from multiple restaurants in Framingham, Ashland and Natick. Who’s hungry?! Donated by Andina Café, Sam Sushi Art & Music, Olive Garden, Uno Chicago Bar & Grill and Baha Mexican Restaurant

Basket #13 Baby Basket by Bravo Baskets! Welcome Baby in Style! Spring baby shower coming up? Banish decision paralysis and arrive with this gorgeous, custom basket designed by Bravo Baskets of Sudbury, and filled with wonderful items for the new baby and parents. Donated by Bravo Baskets