Main Library, 49 Lexington St.
Christa McAuliffe Branch Library, 746 Water St.
For more information about curbside pick-up, returns, PC appointments and on-demand holds services, visit the library’s website at https://framinghamlibrary.org.
Upcoming programs and events Framingham Public Library
Romance Writing and Animal Magnetism: 7 to 8 p.m. July 9. Featuring with NYT bestselling author Christine Feehan. Author Christine Feehan will be sharing her writing inspirations, her creative process and how she incorporates human and animal traits into her paranormal romance characters. To register and receive an invitation to the Zoom session, visit http://bit.ly/FPL-Christine-Feehan.
Second Tuesday Adult Book Club: 7 to 8 p.m. July 13, online via Zoom. Discussing “Ask Again, Yes” by Mary Beth Keane. Register for the Zoom link at http://bit.ly/FPL-Events.
Financial Literacy Series — Building Wealth to Live the Life You Love: 1 to 2 p.m. July 14, online via Zoom. Presented by Bradley Baskir, Morgan Stanley. This seminar focuses on key steps to take toward achieving financial freedom. This program is intended for people in their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Register for the Zoom link at http://bit.ly/FPL-Events.
Stories of Your Life and Others by Ted Chiang: 7 to 8 p.m. July 14, in the Main Library, Learning Yard and online via Zoom. The group will discuss the following stories: “Story of Your Life,” “Tower of Babylon,” “Evolution of Human Science,” and for extra credit, “Hell Is the Absence of God.” Email lloveridge@minlib.net to receive the Zoom invitation.
Fishing for Beginners: 7 to 8 p.m. July 15, online via Zoom. Presented by Jim Lagacy from Mass Fish & Wildlife. Join to learn about local fish, as well as beginners’ fishing tips and tricks from rod to reel. Register for the Zoom Link at: bit.ly/FPL-Fishing-for-Beginners.
Cooking for all — Summer BBQ Bites: 11 a.m. to noon July 16, online via Zoom. Presented by Heidi McIndoo. Whether you love to cook or need new ideas, join Heidi for some cooking tips. She will demonstrate how to prepare simple and nutritious recipes. Register for the Zoom Link at http://bit.ly/FPL-Events.
FPL Live Movie Premiere: 7 p.m. July 16. Celebrate our return to normal hours and the start of in-person programs by joining us for an outdoor movie night, “Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark.” No registration required; seating is first come, first served.
Young Adults and Children’s programs
Online Baby Lapsit with Lucy: 10:30 to 11 a.m. July 9 and 16 via Zoom. Email mcauliffechildrensroom@gmail.com to receive an invitation to join the Zoom meeting.
Rockabye Beats (on Zoom): 11 to 11:40 a.m. July 10, via Zoom. This 40-minute interactive music program includes singing, dancing, Spanish, instrument show and tell and a dose of silliness. Email McAuliffeChildrensRoom@gmail.com to register or call 508-532-5570. All ages.
Monday Storytime with Miss Jillian (Bilingual Storytime): 10 to 10:30 a.m. July 12, online via Zoom. Join Miss Jillian to welcome special guests at a weekly storytime to introduce new or familiar languages to caretakers and children. This storytime will cover Mandarin. Email mcauliffechildrensroom@gmail.com. Ages 2-6.
Online Baby Lapsit with Joanne: 10 to 10:30 a.m. July 13 via Zoom. Email mcauliffechildrensroom@gmail.com to receive an invitation to join the Zoom meeting.
Wild About Turtles: 3 to 4 p.m. July 14 via Zoom. Come learn more about Fred and her kind through storytelling, singing and live box turtles. Visit the library’s website at https://framinghamlibrary.org for more info. For ages 3 and older.
Outdoor Storytime with Miss Jill and Mr Dana: 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. July 15 in the backyard of McAuliffe Branch Library. Join Miss Jill and Mr. Dana for a special surprise themed storytime with a craft to-go after in this in-person program. Registration required; kit available for pickup after storytime ends. Ages 2-6. Register per family at https://tinyurl.com/OutdoorStorytimeJuly.
