Free Family Fun Starts at the Library!
Storytimes • Crafts • LEGO • Playgroups • Book Clubs & More
Looking for an easy activity with the kids? Our local libraries offer SO much more than books. Save this guide for rainy days, school vacations and those inevitable "What are we doing today?" mornings.
Looking for free things to do with kids in Franklin, Milford and the Blackstone Valley? This local library guide covers family-friendly programs, storytimes, crafts, LEGO clubs, playgroups and children's events at libraries in Bellingham, Blackstone, Franklin, Grafton, Holliston, Hopedale, Hopkinton, Mendon, Milford, Millville, Upton and Uxbridge, Massachusetts. Whether you're planning a toddler morning out, looking for an after-school activity or searching for free family fun nearby, your local library is a great place to start.
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Storytimes, LEGO, sensory play & family art → 🧱 Blackstone
Storytimes, LEGO & children's activities → 🎶 Franklin
Tons for babies, toddlers & preschoolers → 🌱 Grafton
Programs from babies through teens → 🎨 Holliston
Storytimes, crafts & special events → 🏛️ Hopedale
Children's programs, reading fun & special events → 🧩 Hopkinton
LEGO, sensory programs, crafts & more → 🧸 Mendon
Great for babies, toddlers & preschoolers → 📕 Milford
Storytimes, art, STEM & school-age fun → 💛 Millville
Storytime, crafts, STEM & Creative Club → 📚 Upton
Storytimes, book clubs & family programs → 🌈 Uxbridge
Storytimes, crafts & seasonal fun →
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🫧 Bellingham Public Library
Bellingham has a packed children's calendar with options for babies, preschoolers, elementary kids and families.
Ring a Ding • Little Learners • Sensory Story Time • Bilingual Story Time • LEGO Builders • Read to Freedom • Book Clubs • ART-astic Saturdays
Best for: Lots of variety for multiple ages.
🧱 Blackstone Public Library
Blackstone offers a fun mix of children's programs, reading activities and hands-on events throughout the year.
Storytimes • LEGO Club • Music & Movement • Therapy Dog Reading • Crafts • Seasonal Events
Best for: Storytime fans and kids who love to build.
🎶 Franklin Public Library
Franklin is one to bookmark if you have little kids. Its children's calendar is packed with recurring activities throughout the week.
Bubbles, Books & Boogies • Bookworm Bounce • Tummy Time • Pre-K Pals • Artsy Afternoons • Tot Bop • Bubble Buddies • Weekend Wiggles
Best for: Babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
🌱 Grafton Public Library
Grafton offers programming for children and teens throughout the year, making it a great option for families with kids in different age groups.
Library Babies • Storytimes • Children's Activities • School-Age Programs • Tween & Teen Events • Summer Reading
Best for: Families with a wide age range.
🎨 Holliston Public Library
Holliston offers rotating children's activities, storytimes and special programs throughout the year.
Storytimes • Crafts • Children's Activities • Reading Programs • School Vacation Fun • Seasonal Family Events
Best for: Crafts, storytimes and special events.
🏛️ Bancroft Memorial Library — Hopedale
Hopedale's Bancroft Memorial Library offers children's and teen programming in a cozy community-library setting.
Children's Programs • Reading Activities • Family Events • Teen Programs • Seasonal Activities
Best for: A smaller, low-key library outing.
🧩 Hopkinton Public Library
Hopkinton has one of the most varied children's calendars on this list, including sensory-friendly options.
Baby & Toddler Storytimes • Preschool Storytime • Sensory-Friendly Storytimes • LEGO & Duplo • Playgroups • Crafternoons • Therapy Dog Reading • Music & Movement
Best for: Variety and sensory-friendly programming.
🧸 Taft Public Library — Mendon
Taft has a sweet lineup for its youngest patrons, with recurring programs built around stories, crafts and early learning.
Itty Bitty Storytime • Story & Craft Time • Alphabet Storytime • LEGO Club • Music • Children's Special Events
Best for: Babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
📕 Milford Town Library
Milford offers programming for babies through teens, with activities changing throughout the school year and summer.
Storytimes • Arts & Crafts • STEM • Book Clubs • School-Age Activities • Summer Reading • Special Events
Best for: Families with kids in several age groups.
💛 Millville Free Public Library
Don't overlook this little library! Millville offers programming for little kids and older elementary/tween ages, plus rotating family events.
Story Time • Songs & Crafts • Creative Club • STEM Activities • LEGO & Magnet Tiles • Family & Community Events
Best for: Hands-on activities in a smaller library setting.
📚 Upton Town Library
Upton offers programming for little ones through tweens, making it another great choice for families with kids in different stages.
Storytimes • Children's Activities • Kids' Book Club • Tween Book Club • StoryWalks • Seasonal Family Events
Best for: Young readers and kids who love book clubs.
🌈 Uxbridge Free Public Library
Uxbridge offers year-round programming for kids and families, with rotating activities and special events.
Storytimes • Crafts • Reading Activities • School Vacation Programs • Special Guests • Seasonal Events
Best for: Free family fun in the southern Blackstone Valley.
🚗📚 Try Library Hopping!
Don't automatically stop at your hometown library! Many programs welcome families from surrounding communities, although registration rules and resident priority can vary.
On a rainy morning or school vacation day, check a few calendars. There may be a free storytime, craft or LEGO program happening just one town over!
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Bookmark this guide whenever you're searching for free kids' activities in Franklin, Milford or the Blackstone Valley. Local library calendars change throughout the year, so check back for storytimes, children's programs, school vacation activities, summer reading events and other free things to do with kids nearby.
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