Framingham Public Library

Celebrate the Freedom to Read during banned books week! We invite you to read any banned or challenged book of your choosing, then join us for a discussion on why these books have been challenged and the state of current book bans. &nbsp;

Local Event: Banned Books Discussion | FPL Main

Middlesex County

Framingham

Massachusetts

Banned Books Discussion | FPL Main

Celebrate the Freedom to Read during banned books week! We invite you to read any banned or challenged book of your choosing,...

Cushing Memorial Park

Join the Framingham Library and Parks &amp; Rec for a night of spooky storytelling by the fire. Bring your own chairs and blankets. We’ll bring the s’mores! All ages Welcome! 
Cushing Memorial Park 80 Dudley Rd, Framingham, MA 01702

Join the Framingham Library and Parks & Rec for a night of spooky storytelling by the fire. Bring your own chairs and blankets....

Following three students as they fight to reinstate 97 books suddenly pulled from their school libraries, this film pulls back the curtain on two of the most controversial issues in America today: book bans and curriculum censorship in public schools. As they evolve from local to national activists, they meet with banned authors, politicians, and the major players protecting the First Amendment of our Constitution.(2025| Suggested 13+ | 1h 32m)&nbsp;

Local Event: Banned Book Week Special Screening: Banned Together | FPL Main

Banned Book Week Special Screening: Banned...

Following three students as they fight to reinstate 97 books suddenly pulled from their school libraries, this film pulls back...

Banned Book Week Special Screening: Banned Together | FPL Main

McAuliffe Branch Library

Celebrate a century of everyone's favorite silly old bear! Step into the Hundred Acre Wood with us to honor the 100th anniversary of Winnie-the-Pooh and friends. We’re marking this landmark occasion with hands-on crafts, photo-ops, fun games and prizes, and sweet snacks for story-lovers of all ages. Drop by for a honey-sweet celebration the whole family will enjoy.

Local Event: 100 Years in the 100 Acre Wood: Winnie-the-Pooh 100th Anniversary | FPL McAuliffe

100 Years in the 100 Acre Wood: Winnie-the-Pooh...

Celebrate a century of everyone's favorite silly old bear! Step into the Hundred Acre Wood with us to honor the 100th...

100 Years in the 100 Acre Wood: Winnie-the-Pooh 100th Anniversary | FPL McAuliffe

Zoom

We can't wait to celebrate Amityville Awakens with horror author Robert Ottone! Robert is joined by Lauren Bolger for a conversation about his new book (released Oct 6!), his process, and whatever other horror-ific things they'd like to chat about.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/Ottone-talk

Local Event:  Author Talk: Horror Writer Robert Ottone in conversation with Lauren Bolger

 Author Talk: Horror Writer Robert Ottone in...

We can't wait to celebrate Amityville Awakens with horror author Robert Ottone! Robert is joined by Lauren Bolger for a...

 Author Talk: Horror Writer Robert Ottone in conversation with Lauren Bolger

Lighthouses and ghost stories go hand in hand. From the lovelorn spirit known as Ernie at Connecticut's New London Ledge Light and the piano playing ghost of Maine's Seguin Light, Jeremy will bring us even more of these fascinating and haunting tales.
Register here: tinyurl.com/haunted-lighthouses

Local Event: Haunted Lighthouses of New England with Author Jeremy D'Entremont 

Haunted Lighthouses of New England with Author...

Lighthouses and ghost stories go hand in hand. From the lovelorn spirit known as Ernie at Connecticut's New London Ledge Light...

Haunted Lighthouses of New England with Author Jeremy D'Entremont 

Come celebrate Halloween with 3 freaky films for children, teens, and adults! Costumes welcome!&nbsp;
10AM: Happy Halloween, Scooby Doo! (2020 | NR | 1hr 20m)
12PM: Arachnophobia (1990 | PG-13 | 1hr 45min)
2:30PM: Obsession (R | 2025| 1hr 50min)
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Local Event: Halloween Movie Marathon | FPL Main

Halloween Movie Marathon | FPL Main

Come celebrate Halloween with 3 freaky films for children, teens, and adults! Costumes welcome! 
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Spellman Museum of Stamps & Postal History

Join NobleSpirit at the Spellman Museum for a special Appraisal Roadshow and discover the stories — and potential value — behind the items you’ve collected, inherited, or tucked away over the years.
Guests are invited to bring a wide variety of collectibles and historical material for evaluation, including stamps, coins, paper money, gold &amp; silver jewelry, space &amp; aerospace memorabilia, vintage technology and computing, signed material and autographs, cryptology and code-related artifacts, pop culture collectibles, and historical artifacts.
Whether you’ve inherited a collection, are downsizing, settling an estate, or simply want to learn more about an unusual item, our specialists will be available to help identify, evaluate, and provide insight into what you have.
There is no obligation to sell. For items or collections that may be a good fit for the marketplace, information will also be available about consignment opportunities and upcoming live auctions.
Bring your albums, boxes, collections, documents, memorabilia, and curiosities — you may be surprised by what you have.
Saturday, October 3
10am - 4pm 
Spellman Museum of Stamps &amp; Postal History 
Weston, Massachusetts Reserve your appointment today at:
<a href="https://www.noblespirit.com/roadshow" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">noblespirit.com/roadshow</a>

Local Event: Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum

Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal...

Join NobleSpirit at the Spellman Museum for a special Appraisal Roadshow and discover the stories — and potential value —...

Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum

Jack's Abby Craft Lagers

Raise a stein and celebrate Oktoberfest with Jack’s Abby! Join us for a weekend long celebration of German-inspired food, seasonal beers, live music, competitions, and plenty of Oktoberfest festivities, including our biggest celebration yet, with Clinton Street closed down for the occasion!
Jack’s Abby Oktoberfest limited edition beer releases include the newest release in the Fest of Both Worlds series with Warsteiner from Germany, in addition to beer hall exclusives and seasonal festbier Copper Legend. The full list of Oktoberfest releases are:
<ul><li>Modern Pils - 5.5% ABV - Jack’s Abby Beer Hall Exclusive - Modern Pils is a hop forward pilsner. This beer is inspired by founder Jack Hendler's journey through lager breweries around the world and is a perfect example of the Jack's Abby value of "Tradition with a Twist." Their brewers develop interesting, complex, and flavorful beers by mixing traditional German lager brewing techniques such as decoction mashing and using Noble Hops with a newer brewing technique such as coolpooling. Modern Pils is like tasting two worlds colliding. It is also 100% naturally carbonated via spundering. The new wave pilsner finishes slightly sweet and hoppy. The beer is crisp, clean and refreshing and solid alternative for anyone looking to replace hoppier IPA's.</li><li>Steffi Chaf - 5.0% ABV - Jack’s Abby Beer Hall Exclusive -&nbsp; A crisp, golden Landbier brewed to let its ingredients shine. Made with Steffi malt, this easy-drinking lager delivers a clean, pure malt character and a smooth finish that keeps you coming back for another sip. One of their entries in the 2026 World Beer Cup, Steffi Chaf is a celebration of classic brewing ingredients and exceptional drinkability.</li><li>Hell Less - 3.0% ABV - A Jack’s Abby Beer Hall Exclusive - A low ABV Helles style brewed with Pilsner malt and imported Seitz family hops.&nbsp;</li><li>Copper Legend - 5.7% ABV - Unique style between a Marzen and a modern Festbier. Copper Legend is the perfect marriage of caramel, sweet toasty malts, and infinite drinkability. Raise one this fest season and Be The Legend!</li><li>Fest of Both Worlds Hoppy Pilsner - 5.5% ABV - This one unites the iconic lager specialists of Jack’s Abby in Framingham, MA, with the deep-rooted heritage of Warsteiner, Germany. Fest of Both Worlds is a testament to translating tradition and craftsmanship into a new, modern, beer. Fest of Both Worlds Hoppy Pilsner is the second edition, following this year's spring release of Fest of Both Worlds Maifest Lager. Built on a classic pilsner base, Fest of Both Worlds Hoppy Pilsner adds an American twist through modern dry hopping techniques and new school hop varieties (Vera Hops, Citra Hops, Motueka Hops, and Blanc Hops), creating bold hop aromatics, crisp bitterness and a clean, refreshing finish. It is naturally carbonated.</li><li>Munich Fest - 5.4% ABV - This golden, unfiltered lager offers a delicious contrast to the amber beers of the season. Expect a slightly sweet, moderately bitter and super crisp beer built for the fest.</li></ul>

CLINTON STREET TAKEOVER - Saturday, October 3rd • 11AM – 9PM
For their biggest Oktoberfest celebration yet, Jack’s Abby is shutting down Clinton Street and turning it into one giant Oktoberfest party, complete with live street bands, a festive beer garden, German-inspired food, and classic Oktoberfest competitions. Test your strength at the Stein Hoist, race for glory in the Stein Race, show off your appetite in the Pretzel Eating Competition, or come dressed to impress for the Costume Contest.
With festivities running 11 AM–9 PM, plus a dedicated kids area and plenty of Jack’s Abby lagers flowing all day, there’s something for everyone. General Admission, VIP, and Patio VIP tickets are available now!<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jacks-abby-oktoberfest-2026-saturday-tickets-1999790068929" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jacks-abby-oktoberfest-2026-saturday-tickets-1999790068929</a>

FINAL DAY OF FUN - Sunday, October 4th • 11AM – 6PM
Keep the celebration going with a full day of family- and dog-friendly fun! The Clinton Street takeover continues with live street bands, a festive beer garden, great food, plenty of Jack’s Abby lagers, and classic Oktoberfest activities. Bring the whole crew to enjoy the kids area and bouncy house, cheer on the competitions, and settle in for an afternoon of good times. Plus, catch the Patriots game while you enjoy a beer and a bite.
General Admission, VIP, and limited Patio VIP tickets available.<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jacks-abby-oktoberfest-2026-sunday-tickets-1999864593835" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jacks-abby-oktoberfest-2026-sunday-tickets-1999864593835</a>

Local Event: Jack's Abby Oktoberfest Weekend 2026

Jack's Abby Oktoberfest Weekend 2026

Raise a stein and celebrate Oktoberfest with Jack’s Abby! Join us for a weekend long celebration of German-inspired food,...

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts - Headquarters/Office

PLEASE&nbsp;NOTE&nbsp;THAT&nbsp;THE&nbsp;GIRL&nbsp;SCOUT&nbsp;KICKOFF&nbsp;IS&nbsp;AT&nbsp;CAPACITY AND WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCOMODATE WALK-INS ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT.Start the new Girl Scouting year off strong with an epic day of exploration, adventure, and discovery!
Girl Scouts, family, and friends will unlock a whole new world of program possibilities through engaging STEM activities, fireside treats, arts and crafts, archery (grades 2 and up), empowering entrepreneurship activities, outdoor adventures, and more! <img alt="💚" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t94/1/16/1f49a.png">


Questions? Contact customercare@gsema.org

Local Event: Girl Scout Kickoff - EVENT IS FULL, NO WALK-INS

Waltham

Girl Scout Kickoff - EVENT IS FULL, NO WALK-INS

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE GIRL SCOUT KICKOFF IS AT CAPACITY AND WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCOMODATE WALK-INS ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT.Start...

Julio's Liquors

Experience an afternoon of curated sake tasting at Sake Day East, featuring a collection of 100+ premium sake. Choose between an exclusive VIP hour for early access or General Admission to explore unique flavors at this premier beverage event.

Local Event: Sake Day East

Sake Day East

Experience an afternoon of curated sake tasting at Sake Day East, featuring a collection of 100+ premium sake. Choose between...

Mansion Beach

There are four events for all ages and abilities: a 5-kilometer race sanctioned by USA Track &amp; Field (USATF), a 2-mile competitive walk, fun runs for kids from 1 to 10 years old, and a non-competitive fitness walk.
The fitness walk starts at 10 a.m. It will be followed by the kids races at 10:30 a.m. and then the 5-kilometer race and the 2-mile competitive walk at 11 a.m.

Local Event: Dudley Pond Run & Walk 5K & Kids Fun Run

Dudley Pond Run & Walk 5K & Kids Fun Run

There are four events for all ages and abilities: a 5-kilometer race sanctioned by USA Track & Field (USATF), a 2-mile...

the Arts/OUT Metrowest

Join this free community give-or-take event where you can give what you can and take what you need; no donation is required to participate. Clean out your closet and bring your gently used seasonal items to donate and go home with "new to you" items. &nbsp;If you do not have any clothing to donate, you are still welcome to come and collect items that you need for yourself or your family. This collaborative event features a selection of clean, folded clothing with a preference for fall/winter items and Halloween costumes.

Local Event: Clothing Swap

Clothing Swap

Join this free community give-or-take event where you can give what you can and take what you need; no donation is required to...

USA Ninja Challenge - Marlborough, MA

School is out, but that doesn't mean the learning (or the moving) has to stop! Is your child ready to Beat That Wall and Crush the Course? 
Our Ninja Clubs are designed for kids ages 6–13 who want to experience the thrill of American Ninja Warrior firsthand! We aren't just about physical fitness; we focus on building confidence, coordination, and problem-solving skills. 

Register Here: <a href="https://portal.iclasspro.com/usaninjamarlborough/booking?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demondy0b85a&amp;fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgFicmlkETF3Wk5IZklyaURwTWo0bjRIc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHg7vWVMetigsnEYG8fJv7fRgz1SgvC6CW9H3FX-QO_E2RkP25hq1Ws2-k9y__aem_uNQ5OKH8Q7juRR9EyxXbQg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://portal.iclasspro.com/usaninjamarlborough/booking</a>
Between flying through our instructor-led obstacle courses, your ninjas will enjoy camp crafts and organized games (because even the best ninjas need to give their hands a break! ).
Choose Your Session(s) - one or both
Morning Session: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 
Afternoon Session: 12:15 PM – 3:15 PM 
Pricing:
Single Session: $55
Both Sessions: $85
Ready to Level Up?
Space is strictly limited and these vacation clubs SELL OUT every year! Don't let your kids sit on the couch—let them become the next Ninja legend!

Local Event: Columbus Day Ninja Obstacle Club

Columbus Day Ninja Obstacle Club

School is out, but that doesn't mean the learning (or the moving) has to stop! Is your child ready to Beat That Wall and Crush...

Massachusetts Horticultural Society - Garden at Elm Bank

Join us for a family-friendly morning walk along the gorgeous grounds of the Garden at Elm Bank to support Shriners Children's Boston. Catered breakfast bites, hot coffee and pumpkin-spiced hot chocolate, jugglers, stilt walkers, face painters, a costume contest and so many other surprises. Its easy to register. Free parking! Registration is easy -&nbsp;
Support Shriners Children’s Boston amazing care!

Local Event: Boston Haunted Walk - The Most Amazing Halloween Walk Anywhere!

Boston Haunted Walk - The Most Amazing...

Join us for a family-friendly morning walk along the gorgeous grounds of the Garden at Elm Bank to support Shriners Children's...

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Banned Books Discussion | FPL Main

OCT

5

7:00 PM

Framingham Public Library, 49 Lexington St, Framingham, MA

Banned Books Discussion | FPL Main

OCT

7

6:30 PM

Cushing Memorial Park, 80 Dudley Rd, Framingham, MA

Banned Book Week Special Screening: Banned Together | FPL Main

OCT

9

2:00 PM

Framingham Public Library, 49 Lexington St, Framingham, MA

100 Years in the 100 Acre Wood: Winnie-the-Pooh 100th Anniversary | FPL McAuliffe

OCT

17

12:00 PM

McAuliffe Branch Library, 746 Water St, Framingham, MA

Author Talk: Horror Writer Robert Ottone in conversation with Lauren Bolger

OCT

19

7:00 PM

Framingham, MA

Haunted Lighthouses of New England with Author Jeremy D'Entremont

OCT

26

7:00 PM

Framingham, MA

Halloween Movie Marathon | FPL Main

OCT

31

10:00 AM

Framingham Public Library, 49 Lexington St, Framingham, MA