Library and Community News

Explore the Art of the Common

Artists at work, guided tours, children's activities and more!

Saturday, October 2 @ 1 - 4PM (rain date 10/3)

Framingham Centre Common

FREE

The Framingham History Center (FHC) is very excited to present this FREE community event featuring art-in-the-making on the Framingham Centre Common and its environs. The inspiration for this event comes from the watercolor "View of the Centre Common of Framingham," painted by Captain Daniel Bell in 1808. View this painting as part of the FHC's "Framingham's Top 10" exhibit, and then tour the Common to see how today’s artists interpret the same space 213 years later.

 

Ten local artists will set up their easels on and around the Common to paint as Captain Bell did - en plein air. Watch the artists at work and take in the history of this iconic New England setting either on a self-guided or docent-led tour. The docent tours will begin every half hour from 2:00– 3:30 p.m. Also enjoy fun for the whole family with a special scavenger hunt that includes making art!

Artists’ paintings will be available for purchase at an online auction to benefit the Framingham History Center. This limited time auction will run from October 5-9. More details to follow at framinghamhistory.org.

 

Hosted by Framingham History Center together with the Danforth and Framingham Centre Common Cultural District

Framingham-Natick Toastmasters Spring Open House thumbnail Photo

Framingham-Natick Toastmasters Spring Open House

Framingham-Natick Toastmasters invites you to our Spring Open House!

Wednesday, March 10
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The online meeting will start promptly at 7:00 p.m. The Zoom will be open at 6:45 p.m. so you can check your audio and other computer settings while you chat with Club members who are early birds like yourself!

If you want to improve your skills in these sample areas: 

  • Online Networking (for both business and other)
  • Leadership
  • Communications
  • Speaking in Public
  • Presentation Skills
  • Interview Skills
  • Personal Growth
  • Career Development
  • Speaking Confidently
  • First Impressions

Register HERE for this free meeting, or copy and paste this link into your browser:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/speak-to-influence-and-inspire-tickets-140693342575?utm-medium=discovery&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-source=strongmail&utm-term=listing

Need Face Coverings?

If you would like to request face coverings, click HERE.

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Technology Services by Appointment at FPL Main

Hours (Main Library only, 49 Lexington Street; stay tuned for news about appointments at the McAuliffe Branch Library)

  • Monday & Tuesday: 9am-12pm
  • Wednesday: 1-4pm
  • Thursday: 1-7pm
  • Friday & Saturday: 9am-12pm

How to Book an Appointment

Appointments are for one 45 minute session, once a day. To book your session, click here or call us at 508-532-5570, press 2.

Due to the brevity of the sessions, we ask that you consider utilizing computer access at this time for priority needs, such as: job search, filing for unemployment benefits, maintaining email contact with friends and family, business needs, etc.

Other Services

  • Free printing in black and white or color from a website, email, or document. You may also print from a flash drive.
  • Free scanning. Scan to email, a USB drive, a printer, or Google Drive.
  • Free copying in black and white or color.

What to Do When You Arrive

Please come to the Pearl Street side of the library, and park in the designated spots on the right, just past the Pearl Street entrance. (This is the old Boys and Girls Club building.) There will be signs directing you there. You will be admitted through the Pearl Street entrance two minutes before your appointment time. Please observe the safety precautions in the upcoming section.

Safety Measures and Precautions

Safety for our patrons, staff and the community is our first priority. Library staff observe all safety precautions and computers are cleaned after each use. Staff will be able to help you from a safe distance using remote control software from the Reference Station. Please observe the following safety precautions:

  • If you are feeling ill, including a fever or cough, do not keep your appointment.
  • Masks are required at all times. If you do not have one, we will provide one for you.   
  • Social distancing of at least 6 feet must be maintained at all times.
  • Please make use of our hand sanitizing stations.

Thank you for your understanding and patience!

FREE COVID-19 Testing in Framingham

Framingham: Protect Yourself, Protect Your Neighbors, Get a Test!

 

Para ver esta información en Español, haga clic aquí.
Para visualizar essas informações em Português, clique aqui.

 

Free walk-up testing at two locations:

Location: Amazing Things Arts Center - 160 Hollis St, Framingham, MA 01702
Dates: Tuesday, August 18 through Thursday, September 10
Hours: Tuesday and Thursday – 3-6 p.m.
Eligibility: Open to everyone; symptomatic and asymptomatic
Appointment: No appointment required
Format: Walk-up testing only
Cost: FREE; no insurance required
Test Results: People will receive results in approximately 72 hours from Fallon Ambulance, who is conducting the tests.

Location: South Middlesex Opportunity Council (SMOC), 7 Bishop Street, Framingham
Date: Starting, Monday, August 31
Time: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 3-6 p.m.
Format: Walk-up (limited parking available on-site)
Eligibility: Open to everyone; symptomatic and asymptomatic
Cost: FREE; no health insurance required
Test Results: People will receive results in approximately 72 hours from Fallon Ambulance, who is conducting the tests.

Thank you to the Governor's Office, Senate President Spilka and Framingham's Legislative delegation, for providing Framingham residents with access to free COVID-19 testing.

For more information, see the City of Framingham's webpage on testing.

Community Vibes Social Justice Events Postponed to Sunday, August 30

Due to inclement weather predicted for Saturday, August 29, the Community Vibes Conversation and Black Lives Matter events have been postponed to Sunday August 30th:

  • Conversation and Picnic: 1-3pm

  • Black Lives Matter Rally: 4pm

Community Vibes Framingham

Sunday, August 30th, 1-3pm, Framingham Common

Socially distanced picnic and conversation moderated by Rick Utaegbulam

Let's ask ourselves the hard questions, share experiences, and start searching for answers regarding racism locally.

Masks and social distancing will be required. Hand sanitizer will be available, but please feel free to bring your own as well! Also feel free to bring a chair to sit. Rain date is Sunday 8/30.

Puzzle Swap is Back at McAuliffe!

Available Via Curbside Pick-up at McAuliffe Branch Library
Starting September 1st
Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, 9am-12pm, Wednesday, 1-4pm, Thursday, 1-7pm

Request a puzzle to pick up at the McAuliffe Branch and take it home! Choose how many pieces you'd prefer the puzzle to contain and bring home some fun. Just like with our in-person Puzzle Swap, you can choose to either keep the puzzle, return it to the Branch when you are finished, or bring back a completely different puzzle (or any extra puzzles you wish to join the swap!).

Click here to request a puzzle.

Community Vibes: Social Justice Event Regarding Racism

Community Vibes Framingham

Saturday, August 29th, 1-3pm, Framingham Common

Socially distanced picnic and conversation moderated by Rick Utaegbulam

Let's ask ourselves the hard questions, share experiences, and start searching for answers regarding racism locally.

Masks and social distancing will be required. Hand sanitizer will be available, but please feel free to bring your own as well! Also feel free to bring a chair to sit. Rain date is Sunday 8/30.