Name: Swiacki Children’s Literature Festival
Start: 2025-11-06T15:30:00-05:00
Location: Framingham State University, 100 State St, Framingham, MA, 01701

Framingham State University, 100 State St, Framingham, MA, 01701

Swiacki Children’s Literature Festival
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This day-long, annual celebration of children’s books featuring renowned authors and illustrators includes book signings, a gallery exhibit, lectures and workshops. This year, we welcome to campus author Lesa Cline-Ransome and author/illustrator James E. Ransome. Free admission for FSU students (registration required). For full festival details, including schedule and admission fees, visit www.framingham.edu/sclf. This event is supported by the Framingham Cultural Council and the Massachusetts Cultural Council.

Local Event: Swiacki Children’s Literature Festival

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Swiacki Children’s Literature Festival

Swiacki Children’s Literature Festival
Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 3:30 to 8:30 p.m.

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This class is for anyone interested in poetry as a spiritual practice and no previous writing experience is required to enjoy the pleasures of creative expression. Come join us and be inspired!
​February's workshop will be held on Zoom.
No previous poetry writing experience required.&nbsp;
RSVPs are required to receive Zoom link to participate. To RSVP, <a href="https://forms.gle/1VRcBgQSXQVDMS148" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">click here.</a>
​Suggested donation of $20.

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<h3>CHRISTA MCAULIFFE CENTER FRAMINGHAM STATE UNIVERSITY</h3>
<h2>for Individual Participants in grades 5-8</h2>
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School Vacation Day Program at the McAuliffe...

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Local Event: Library Of Things Show & Tell | FPL Main Library

Library Of Things Show & Tell | FPL Main Library

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<h2>Thursday, April 23 8:30am - 3:00pm</h2>
<h3>CHRISTA MCAULIFFE CENTER FRAMINGHAM STATE UNIVERSITY</h3>
<h2>for Individual Participants in grades 5-8</h2>
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CHRISTA MCAULIFFE CENTER FRAMINGHAM STATE UNIVERSITY
for Individual Participants in grades...

<h2>Thursday, April 23 1:00Pm - 3:00pm</h2>
<h3>CHRISTA MCAULIFFE CENTER FRAMINGHAM STATE UNIVERSITY</h3>
<h2>for Individual Participants in grades 5-8</h2>
Planetary Defense Workshop led by The Space Consortium as part of Massachusetts Space Week. For individual participants in grades 5-8 during April School Vacation. Led by The Space Consortium &nbsp;as part of <a href="https://spaceconsortium.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Massachusetts Space Week 2026</a>.
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This engaging workshop invites participates to dive into the wonders of astronomy, space exploration, and planetary defense. Through interactive activities and expert-led discussions, participants will:
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This workshop blends theory with hands-on exploration, ensuring a fun and educational experience for young minds. This program aims to foster curiosity in&nbsp;science education, making space an accessible and fascinating field for everyone.Registration Required.

Local Event: School Vacation Planetary Defense Workshop at the McAuliffe Center

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Thrifting Market at Memorial Church in Sudbury April 23-25
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On Thursday April 23 from 5-8, Friday April 24 from 9-5 and Saturday April 25 from 9-1 Memorial Congregational Church is holding its semi-annual Thrifting Market where we sell gently used clothing, shoes, accessories and linens. There will be lots of clothing for people of all ages. All items are carefully organized making shopping very easy. Good quality clothing at rock bottom prices! Pay with cash, check or Venmo!
On Saturday you will find even more bargains as all items will sell at half price!
Memorial Church is located at 26 Concord Rd (across from Goodnow Library) in Sudbury. For questions or additional information, please call 978-443-3885.

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