In-Person Career Services with Career Coach Ed Lawrence
Get free career guidance and support from our resident career coach Ed Lawrence. Drops-in are welcome. One-hour appointments are available. Email Ed at elawrence@minlib.net to schedule yours.
Events Calendar
Make it Tuesday: Eraser Stamps
Turn the ordinary into the extraordinary! Join us for a hands-on workshop where we’ll upcycle rubber erasers into unique, reusable ink stamps. It’s the perfect way to add a handmade touch to cards, journals, and scrapbooks. Registration guarantees a spot, walk-ins welcome while supplies last. Registration Link: tinyurl.com/MakeItMay2026
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 10AM and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10AM. At the McAuliffe Branch, meet Wednesday evenings at 6PM.
This is not a learn to knit or crochet program, but we can offer pointers and tips.
Stretch, Relax, and Mobilize
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
Homework Center - McAuliffe Branch
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
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.
Hot Takes: Violet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore by Emily Krempholtz
May read: Violet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore by Emily Krempholtz
- "She traded curses for carnations. But old magic dies hard...
Guy Shadowfade is dead, and Violet Thistlethwaite is out of a job. After a lifetime as the dark sorcerer's right-hand witch, she's ready to turn over a new leaf. And this time, she wants to sprout peonies instead of poison.
The quiet town of Dragon's Rest seems like the perfect place to start over. Violet opens a flower shop, swears off dark magic, and does her best to be...good. Even if her reputation - and her mildly homicidal, sentient houseplant - make that tricky.
Her vibrant bouquets soon charm the locals, but nothing she does seems to impress the grumpy (and infuriatingly gorgeous) Nathaniel Marsh, the alchemist she's forced to share a greenhouse with.
But when a strange blight begins to rot the roots of Dragon's Rest, Violet and Nathaniel must work together - through their fears, pasts, and growing feelings - to save the town.
And as old secrets start to surface, Violet can't help but does a former villain like her truly deserve a happily-ever-after?"
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
One-on-One Career Services
Make an appointment for remote, one-on-one career services, including resume help and job searching strategies with professional career coach Ed Lawrence.
Appointments are free and available every Thursday from 9am-1:30pm online via Zoom. Please email elawrence@minlib.net to schedule your appointment.
Homework Center - Main Library
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 by the Main Library on Mondays and Thursdays from 3–6PM for learning and snacks!
Baby Storytime at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
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
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.
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
Library Walk & Talk
Meet us at Cushing Park for a casual walk and friendly conversation. Share what you’ve been reading or simply enjoy the company. Walk at your own pace for as long as you’d like. No assigned reading, no pressure.
Look for a library sign by the parking lot. In the event of rain, we will cancel.
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
Homework Center - Main Library
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 by the Main Library on Mondays and Thursdays from 3–6PM for learning and snacks!
In Conversation with Romance Author L.C. Chu: The Library of Flowers
Join the discussion with L.C.Chu as we dive into The Library of Flowers, a story of a family of Chinese witches who can change emotions through perfume and an exploration of relationships, identity, and the expectations we inherit. We'll delve into all of Lily's writing and books so bring your Q's for a rapid fire Q&A! In partnership with the Ashland Library.
Register here: tinyurl.com/LibraryofFlowers
In-Person Career Services with Career Coach Ed Lawrence
Get free career guidance and support from our resident career coach Ed Lawrence. Drops-in are welcome. One-hour appointments are available. Email Ed at elawrence@minlib.net to schedule yours.
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
Recipe Readers Cookbook Group: Sweet Home Cafe Cookbook: a celebration of African American Cooking b
Registration required. To register, email Robin at rgrossman@minlib.net.
Recipe Readers will be on hiatus in July and August. It returns on September 1.
Main Library Book Discussion: Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier
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.
June 2: Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier
- The novel begins in Monte Carlo, where our heroine is swept off her feet by the dashing widower Maxim de Winter and his sudden proposal of marriage. Orphaned and working as a lady's maid, she can barely believe her luck. It is only when they arrive at his massive country estate that she realizes how large a shadow his late wife will cast over their lives--presenting her with a lingering evil that threatens to destroy their marriage from beyond the grave.
First published in 1938, this classic gothic novel is such a compelling read that it won the Anthony Award for Best Novel of the Century.
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 - Due to the heat advisory, storytime will be held INSIDE the Academy Building at Cushing Memorial Park
6/3 - Woodfield Park
6/17 - Furber Park
In case of rain or extreme heat, storytime will be held in the Academy Building at Cushing Memorial Park. The Academy Building is air conditioned!
Stretch, Relax, and Mobilize
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
Homework Center - McAuliffe Branch
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
Open Color
Drop in to color printed out pictures and do fun mazes and word activity sheets!
Ages 5-12
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.
Writing Together on Wednesdays
Bring your writing tools and join us as we build a local community of writers. No experience required, only a will to write and connect.
Alphabet Soup: Queer Teen Hangout - CANCELLED TONIGHT
TONIGHT'S MEETING IS CANCELLED.
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
One-on-One Career Services
Make an appointment for remote, one-on-one career services, including resume help and job searching strategies with professional career coach Ed Lawrence.
Appointments are free and available every Thursday from 9am-1:30pm online via Zoom. Please email elawrence@minlib.net to schedule your appointment.
Homework Center - Main Library
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 by the Main Library on Mondays and Thursdays from 3–6PM for learning and snacks!
Let’s Go For A Walk: Being a Thru-Hiker on the Appalachian Trail
One woman traded her routines for a backpack and a winding footpath stretching across 14 states. On the Appalachian Trail, she learned that the hardest steps often lead to the most unexpected transformations. Join Susan “Season One” Leo-Johnson as she shares her journey on trail and learn what it takes, and doesn’t, to thru-hike the world’s oldest, continuous Footpath. This engaging visual and tactile presentation offers audiences a glimpse into what it’s like to be a thru-hiker on the Appalachian Trail. Through a blend of photographs, historical insight, and personal experiences, this informative program is designed to both enlighten and inspire.
Baby Storytime at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Book Buddies: Reading to Dogs (Marvel)
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.
Saturday Matinee: But I’m a Cheerleader
A naïve teenager is sent to "sexual redirection" school when her straitlaced parents and friends suspect her of being gay. (1999 | 1h 25m | R | CC)
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
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
Homework Center - Main Library
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 by the Main Library on Mondays and Thursdays from 3–6PM for learning and snacks!
D&D Campaign: The Quest
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: https://forms.gle/ZKApL7TwCwHr8YKV7
Grades 6-12
Stacks and Facts Trivia Night
Join us on the 2nd Monday of every month 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.
Summer Romance Beach Read Recommendations with Lorelei of Lorelei’s Lit Lair
If you know romance, you probably know Lorelei! Affectionately referred to as a passionate Romance Ambassador, Lorelei has been offering book recommendations, author spotlights, giveaways and connecting authors with readers through social media since 2010, providing a safe and friendly environment for book lovers around the globe. Lorelei will be chatting about the books she's looking forward to reading this summer - the best of romance beach reads! If your TBR pile isn't already groaning, it will be! Grab a cool drink and join us.
Register here: tinyurl.com/SummerBeachReads
Baby Open Play at the McAuliffe Branch
Today’s Baby Storytime isn’t cancelled - instead we have put out some toys and books for you and baby to come play with!
Ages 0-2
In-Person Career Services with Career Coach Ed Lawrence
Get free career guidance and support from our resident career coach Ed Lawrence. Drops-in are welcome. One-hour appointments are available. Email Ed at elawrence@minlib.net to schedule yours.
Bachata by the Bookmobile
Summer Bachata is Back! Come out to Cushing Park for a one-hour dance lesson with J&L Dance Studio followed by 30 minutes of social dancing and light refreshments.
McAuliffe Book Discussion (Evening): Piranesi by Susanna Clarke
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
June 9th: Piranesi by Susanna Clarke
- Piranesi’s house is no ordinary building: its rooms are infinite, its corridors endless, its walls are lined with thousands upon thousands of statues, each one different from all the others. Within the labyrinth of halls an ocean is imprisoned; waves thunder up staircases, rooms are flooded in an instant. But Piranesi is not afraid; he understands the tides as he understands the pattern of the labyrinth itself. He lives to explore the house.
There is one other person in the house—a man called The Other, who visits Piranesi twice a week and asks for help with research into A Great and Secret Knowledge. But as Piranesi explores, evidence emerges of another person, and a terrible truth begins to unravel, revealing a world beyond the one Piranesi has always known.
McAuliffe Matinee: Call Me By Your Name
In the summer of 1983, 17-year-old Elio is spending the days with his family at their villa in Lombardy, Italy. He soon meets 24-year-old Oliver, an intern working for Elio's father. They discover the heady beauty of awakening desire. (2017 | 2h 12m | R | CC)
Stretch, Relax, and Mobilize
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
Homework Center - McAuliffe Branch
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
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.
Sci-Fi Book Discussion: The Gone World by Tom Sweterlich
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
June 10: The Gone World by Tom Sweterlich
- Luminous and unsettling, The Gone World bristles with world-shattering ideas yet remains at its heart an intensely human story.
One-on-One Career Services
Make an appointment for remote, one-on-one career services, including resume help and job searching strategies with professional career coach Ed Lawrence.
Appointments are free and available every Thursday from 9am-1:30pm online via Zoom. Please email elawrence@minlib.net to schedule your appointment.
Sorta Stained Glass @ McAuliffe Branch Library
Use picture frames, permanent markers and tinfoil to make your own Sorta Stained Glass art pieces!
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
Homework Center - Main Library
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 by the Main Library on Mondays and Thursdays from 3–6PM for learning and snacks!
Board Game Night
Bring your friends or meet new ones at this evening of board game fun! Try one of the Library's selection of board games, we’ll teach you the rules, no experience needed. Or, bring your own and teach us something new! Relax, connect, and play at your own pace. All are welcome.
Author Talk: The Rise and Fall of Boston Pride
Join author Daniel Joseph Gonzalez, Ed.D in discussion on The Rise and Fall of Boston Pride, following the history of Boston Pride, from its first march in 1971 through 2024. Examining the rise of the pride movement in Boston, the ups and downs of putting on events in June for 50+ years, the events leading to the shutdown in 2021, and the rise of Boston Pride for the People. Meticulously researched over two years, The Rise and Fall of Boston Pride is the only book that tracks the entire history of Boston Pride.
Baby Storytime at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
Cleanup with Keep Framingham Beautiful (KFB)
Join us for a community cleanup in partnership with KFB! All volunteers are welcome. Please wear comfortable shoes and bright colors. We will provide loaner grabbers, gloves and trash bags or bring your own! See you there!
Labyrinth 40th Anniversary
Dance Magic, Dance! We’re celebrating 40 years of Jim Henson’s cult classic with a magical movie party. Test your knowledge with Jim Henson trivia, create your own Hoggle Bracelet, and strike a pose with Jareth at our photo booth. We’ll also be serving up themed treats and popcorn to get you in the spirit. Activities and mingling start at 6pm, followed by a screening of the film at 7pm. Don’t get lost—we’ll see you there!
Library Walk & Talk
Meet us at Cushing Park for a casual walk and friendly conversation. Share what you’ve been reading or simply enjoy the company. Walk at your own pace for as long as you’d like. No assigned reading, no pressure.
Look for a library sign by the parking lot. In the event of rain, we will cancel.
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.
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
Sorta Stained Glass @ Main Library
Use picture frames, permanent markers and tinfoil to make your own Sorta Stained Glass art pieces! This will be at the same time/place as Open SparkLab, so you can do either!
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
Homework Center - Main Library
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 by the Main Library on Mondays and Thursdays from 3–6PM for learning and snacks!
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
Author Talk: Quincy Boy: A City of Presidents
What began as a nostalgic tribute to growing up in Quincy during the 1960s and 1970s became a deeply personal, years-long quest for answers about an absent parent. In his new memoir, Quincy Boy: A City of Presidents Memoir, author and long-time Framingham resident Brett Peruzzi traces his coming-of-age in the city that shaped him—while uncovering the story of the father who wasn’t there to see it happen.
In-Person Career Services with Career Coach Ed Lawrence
Get free career guidance and support from our resident career coach Ed Lawrence. Drops-in are welcome. One-hour appointments are available. Email Ed at elawrence@minlib.net to schedule yours.
Queer Reads: Giovanni’s Room by James Baldwin
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
June 16th: Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin
- Set in the contemporary Paris of American expatraites, liasons, and violence, a young man finds himself caught between desire and conventional morality. James Baldwin's brilliant narrative delves into the mystery of loving with a sharp, probing imagination, and he creates a moving, highly controversial story of death and passion that reveals the unspoken complexities of the heart.
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 - Due to the heat advisory, storytime will be held INSIDE the Academy Building at Cushing Memorial Park
6/3 - Woodfield Park
6/17 - Furber Park
In case of rain or extreme heat, storytime will be held in the Academy Building at Cushing Memorial Park. The Academy Building is air conditioned!
Stretch, Relax, and Mobilize
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
Homework Center - McAuliffe Branch
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
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.
Writing Together on Wednesdays
Bring your writing tools and join us as we build a local community of writers. No experience required, only a will to write and connect.
Craft Ladies: Faux Stained Glass Pictures
We will be making faux stained glass pictures using picture frames, permanent markers and foil. Supplies and space are limited. Registration is required and opens on June 1st.
Register at https://tinyurl.com/FPL-Glass
[Craft Ladies will be on hiatus in July. They will return on August 19.]
One-on-One Career Services
Make an appointment for remote, one-on-one career services, including resume help and job searching strategies with professional career coach Ed Lawrence.
Appointments are free and available every Thursday from 9am-1:30pm online via Zoom. Please email elawrence@minlib.net to schedule your appointment.
McAuliffe Book Discussion (Morning): The Murmur of Bees by Sofia Segovia
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
June 18th: The Murmur of Bees by Sofia Segovia
- From the day that old Nana Reja found a baby abandoned under a bridge, the life of a small Mexican town forever changed. Disfigured and covered in a blanket of bees, little Simonopio is for some locals the stuff of superstition, a child kissed by the devil. But he is welcomed by landowners Francisco and Beatriz Morales, who adopt him and care for him as if he were their own. As he grows up, Simonopio becomes a cause for wonder to the Morales family, because when the uncannily gifted child closes his eyes, he can see what no one else can—visions of all that’s yet to come, both beautiful and dangerous. Followed by his protective swarm of bees and living to deliver his adoptive family from threats—both human and those of nature—Simonopio’s purpose in Linares will, in time, be divined.
Musicals at McAuliffe: Cabaret
A Kit Kat Klub entertainer in Weimar Republic era Berlin romances two men while the Nazi Party rises to power around them. (1972 | 2h 4m | PG | CC)
Homework Center - Main Library
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 by the Main Library on Mondays and Thursdays from 3–6PM for learning and snacks!
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
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.
Friends 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.
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
OUT Metrowest: Fuse Bead Social
Join us and OUT Metrowest for a Fuse Bead Social! Make flags, rainbows, patterns, and more to show your pride!
All Ages
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
Homework Center - Main Library
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 by the Main Library on Mondays and Thursdays from 3–6PM for learning and snacks!
D&D Campaign: The Quest
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: https://forms.gle/ZKApL7TwCwHr8YKV7
Grades 6-12
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.
In-Person Career Services with Career Coach Ed Lawrence
Get free career guidance and support from our resident career coach Ed Lawrence. Drops-in are welcome. One-hour appointments are available. Email Ed at elawrence@minlib.net to schedule yours.
Art Journal Jam for Adults
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.
Make it Tuesday: Tree of Life Wreaths
This month, bring a touch of the outdoors inside! Join us as we create a rustic Tree of Life wall hanging. Using a combination of natural twine and preserved moss, we’ll create a textured wall hanging that celebrates the spirit of nature and looks like it was plucked straight from a fairy tale. It’s the perfect earthy accent for any wall. Supplies are limited.
Sensory Series: Music & Movement
Move, groove, and get the wiggles out with songs and simple instruments!
Fun, safe, and simple sensory activities to help your child explore.
Ages 1-4
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Stretch, Relax, and Mobilize
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
Homework Center - McAuliffe Branch
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
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.
Hot Takes: The Isle in the Silver Sea by Tasha Suri
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
June 24: The Isle in the Silver Sea by Tasha Suri
- In a Britain fuelled by stories, the knight and the witch are fated to fall in love and doom each other over and over, the same tale retold over hundreds of lifetimes. Simran is a witch of the woods. Vina is a knight of the Queen's court. When the two women begin to fall for each other, how can they surrender to their desires, when to give in is to destroy each other? As they seek a way to break the cycle, a mysterious assassin begins targeting tales like theirs. To survive, the two will need to write a story stronger than the one that fate has given to them. But what tale is stronger than The Knight and the Witch?
One-on-One Career Services
Make an appointment for remote, one-on-one career services, including resume help and job searching strategies with professional career coach Ed Lawrence.
Appointments are free and available every Thursday from 9am-1:30pm online via Zoom. Please email elawrence@minlib.net to schedule your appointment.
Homework Center - Main Library
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 by the Main Library on Mondays and Thursdays from 3–6PM for learning and snacks!
Baby Storytime at Main
Come sing and play with words, rhyme, and puppets!
Ages 0-2 and their caregivers, all welcome.
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
Summer Reading Kickoff
Our 2026 Summer Reading program kicks off with our annual Truck Day event at McAuliffe! Stop by the Main or McAuliffe Branch Library to register and get your free Summer Reading t-shirt. Then get started reading! For each book you read, enter it into our Summer Reading raffle for a chance to win an end-of-summer prize.
Monday Matinee: All of Us Strangers
A screenwriter drawn back to his childhood home enters into a fledgling relationship with his downstairs neighbor while discovering a mysterious new way to heal from losing his parents 30 years ago.
(2023 | 1h 45m | R | CC)
Watch the trailer here.
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
Homework Center - Main Library
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 by the Main Library on Mondays and Thursdays from 3–6PM for learning and snacks!
In-Person Career Services with Career Coach Ed Lawrence
Get free career guidance and support from our resident career coach Ed Lawrence. Drops-in are welcome. One-hour appointments are available. Email Ed at elawrence@minlib.net to schedule yours.
Open Spark Lab for Adults & Teens: Still Life Drawing
Draw what you see in this self-guided creative session! The table will be set with still life objects and all materials for sketching and drawing will be provided (or bring your own!). No experience needed.