Framingham Public Library Foundation

04/01/2026

Today is ! If the Framingham Public Library has ever been a part of your story, please consider making a gift to support the programs and services our community relies on every day. Donate today at https://www.framlibfoundation.org/donate/

03/27/2026

April 1 is ! If the Framingham Public Library has ever been a part of your story, please consider making a gift to support the programs and services our community relies on every day. Donate today at https://www.framlibfoundation.org/donate/

04/21/2025

Get Ready to Dance for a Cause at the Framingham Public Library’s Silent Disco Fundraiser!

The library is turning up the silent beats and you’re invited to party! Grab your friends, family, your dancing shoes, and your best moves – because we’re hosting FOUR incredible

Silent Discos to raise funds for the library and there’s one just for you!

What’s a Silent Disco?
It’s a dance party where everyone wears wireless headphones and chooses between music channels—so you’re grooving to your own vibe while surrounded by fellow dancers doing the same. It’s fun, it’s unique, and it’s an unforgettable experience!

Buy your tickets below for one of our Silent Discos!

May 2 | 5:30–7:00 PM — For students in grades 6–8
$5 admission. $30 per family.
May 2 | 7:30–9:30 PM — For students in grades 9–12
$5 admission. $30 per family.
May 3 | 6:30–9:30 PM — 21+ Only Dance Party
$25 admission
May 4 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM — All Ages Family Disco
$5 admission. $30 per family.

12/29/2023

As 2023 draws to a close, please consider making a donation to the Framingham Public Library Foundation, which provides financial assistance to fund critical library projects.

You can donate online at https://www.framlibfoundation.org/donate/
Or mail a check to the Framingham Public Library Foundation, 49 Lexington St., Framingham, MA 01702.

For some people, the Framingham Public Library is their "third space" - a place other than home or work where they gather, build relationships, and exchange ideas.

Based on what we know patrons love about the McAuliffe Branch, the Main Library is planning a welcome center that will feature:

• A central “living room” area
• Booth seating at the windows
• Plug-in furniture for devices
• A new periodicals and café area

With your help, this Third Space will bring comfort, connection, and community to Framingham.

11/27/2023

On this Giving Tuesday, please consider making a donation to the Framingham Public Library Foundation, which provides financial assistance to fund critical library projects.

You can donate online at https://www.framlibfoundation.org/donate/

Or mail a check to the Framingham Public Library Foundation, 49 Lexington St., Framingham, MA 01702.

For some people, the Framingham Public Library is their "third space" - a place other than home or work where they gather, build relationships, and exchange ideas.

Based on what we know patrons love about the McAuliffe Branch, the Main Library is planning a welcome center that will feature:

• A central “living room” area
• Booth seating at the windows
• Plug-in furniture for devices
• A new periodicals and café area

With your help, this Third Space will bring comfort, connection, and community to Framingham.

08/13/2023

Carter Freedlander, a young graduate student from Framingham, has been frequenting the SparkLab/MakerSpace at the main library to develop prototypes for his start-up fashion business. He is designing and making what he calls “streetwear” unisex tee shirts. His plan is to create prototypes using SparkLab equipment, and if the test run is successful, he will eventually purchase some of his own equipment.

With the help and support of Kelly Cashman, SparkLab Director, he created designs for the tee shirts, printed the designs using transfer printing paper, and cut the design out with the SparkLab’s Cricut Smart Cutting Machine. He then used the SparkLab’s Heat Press to meld the design onto the shirt. In addition, he selected designs from the SparkLab’s embroidery machine and created a shirt decorated with embroidery.

Soon he will try using the vinyl press to create additional designs. With Kelly’s guidance, he has also learned how to use sewing machines.

He is very grateful that the library has the SparkLab with its many resources and helpful staff.

08/02/2023

Do you have experience in finance or bookkeeping and a desire to give back to the Framingham community? We are looking for a new board member to serve as treasurer. The foundation has raised more than a million dollars over the years for many important Framingham Public Library projects, including the McAuliffe branch library, the new teen room, and the bookmobile. Help us continue to make a difference!

For information contact Ruth Winett at [email protected] or 508-877-1938.

01/15/2023

Literacy Unlimited is a vibrant, active community of volunteers who work with adult ESOL students at the main library to improve their English proficiency through conversation classes, one-to-one tutoring, and citizenship classes.

The current space is too small for the number of students and tutors served. In-demand Conversation Classes, the first stop for so many new immigrants, have grown beyond the capacity of the small classroom and are now overflowing into the library.

Your donation to the Framingham Public Library Foundation will create a space intentionally designed for life-changing learning AND provides adequate and efficient space for staff.

More information about this project and how you can help:

https://www.framlibfoundation.org/2023/01/15/literacy-unlimited-needs-your-help-to-build-a-new-space/

11/29/2022

It's Giving Tuesday! Over the years, the foundation has contributed funding to numerous library projects, including the construction of the McAuliffe Branch Library and the purchase of the bookmobile.

Your generous donation will allow the library to provide additional programs and services for the community and help the library upgrade facilities and technology.

You can donate online at the link below, or send a check to FPLF, 49 Lexington Street, Framingham, MA, 01702.

https://www.framlibfoundation.org/donate/

11/25/2022

Black Friday is here! Good luck in getting some great deals today!

Want to help raise money for the Framingham Public Library Foundation at no cost to you? If you shop on Amazon, just click this link and you can set the foundation up as the non-profit that will be credited with donations by them from your purchases.

Thank you!

Shop at smile.amazon.com and we’ll donate 0.5% of eligible purchases to your favorite charitable organization—no fees, no extra cost.

09/18/2022

Less than a month left to get your bids in!

A great way to add to your art collection while supporting the foundation and a local artist.

Bid on the art through October 15.
Artists reception to be held in October.
50% of the proceeds will go to the artist and 50% will go to the Framingham Public Library Foundation

07/24/2022

The hottest party in Framingham last night, literally and figuratively was at our Noche de Fiesta block party at the main library!

Thank you to the hundreds of people who came to celebrate the cultural diversity of our downtown.

And a special thanks to our sponsors who made the event possible!