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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Brightwood Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Guess the Number of Candy Canes
All Day 12/1 - 12/14
Brightwood Branch
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Library Location:
Brightwood Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Do you think you have the best guess? Stop by the Forest Park Library and see if you can figure out how many candy canes the librarians have! The person who has the closest estimation will receive one entry pass for Bright Nights.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Guess the Number of Candy Canes
All Day 12/1 - 12/14
East Forest Park Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Do you think you have the best guess? Stop by the East Forest Park Library and see if you can figure out how many candy canes and peppermint candies are in the container.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Elf on the Shelf
All Day 12/4 - 12/23
East Forest Park Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Can you find it? Test your investigation skills!
Come explore the East Forest Park Library Children's room and look for all five Elves hidden on our shelves. Many of our Elves could be found looking for a good book to read. Once you find an Elf write the name of the book that Elf is reading.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Guess the Number of Candy Canes
All Day 12/1 - 12/14
Forest Park Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Do you think you have the best guess? Stop by the Forest Park Library and see if you can figure out how many candy canes the librarians have! The person who has the closest estimation will receive one entry pass for Bright Nights.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Write A Letter Day
All Day 12/4 - 12/9
Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Stop by the library to grab a craft kit to make at home!
December 7 is Letter Writing Day. Drop in all week and find supplies to write and mail your own letter or postcard! Ages 4-17 | Envelops and stamps provided
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Special Events
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mitten Tree
All Day 12/1 - 12/30
Special Events
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Special Events
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Community Events
Event Details:
Donations of new mittens, gloves, hats, and scarves may be added to the mitten tree in any library location.
Donated items will be distributed throughout Springfield in January. Thank you!
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Babies & Toddlers
Central Library
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Dec
5
2023
Tue
Wee Ones: Storytime and Playgroup
10:30am - 11:30am
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Storytime plays an important role in building early literacy and social skills.
Join us for books, songs, and playtime specifically designed for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for families with children under three years old.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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Adults
East Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
5
2023
Tue
SAIL Fitness Class for Older Adults
10:30am - 11:30am
East Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
Stay Active and Independent For Life (SAIL) is a strength, balance, and fitness class designed for older adults.
The program includes a period of continuous movement designed to get your heart rate up, followed by a series of balance, strengthening and flexibility exercises intended to improve your mobility and independence. For adults 18+.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
5
2023
Tue
Budding Bookworms Storytime
10:30am - 11:30am
East Forest Park Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Come listen to your new favorite stories and songs followed by free play with new pals!
Every Tuesday morning. Geared toward children pre-k and under with accompanying adults, but older siblings welcome!
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
5
2023
Tue
Home City Families Playgroup
10:30am - 11:30am
Forest Park Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
Program Den
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts, and playtime! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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Central Library
Dec
5
2023
Tue
Public Hearing - Executive Offices of Health and Human Services
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
5
2023
Tue
Job Corps Information Table
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Work & Careers
Event Details:
Come learn about career programs that help people obtain high school diplomas, job training, and employment.
Stop by to learn about Job Corps. Job Corps is a free residential and job training program that helps both young adults as well as adults of any age who have a disability to gain employment.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
5
2023
Tue
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Join us on Zoom every Tuesday from 1-2 pm to ask a Hampden County Law Librarian your legal research questions.
The Springfield City Library is delighted to partner with the Hampden County Law Library to offer the public the opportunity to talk with a Law Librarian from the Hampden County Courts.
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Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
5
2023
Tue
Knot Just Knitters
1:30pm - 3:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Café Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you.
New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
5
2023
Tue
Home City Families Playgroup
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts, and playtime! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
5
2023
Tue
Knot Just Knitters
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Wellman Hall
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you.
New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Dec
5
2023
Tue
Makerspace Collaboratory Drop-In
2:00pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Technology
Event Details:
From traditional crafts to digital tinkering, the East Forest Park Makerspace is your place to create, invent, and learn.
Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Children,
Tweens
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Dec
5
2023
Tue
Lego Questers of Indian Orchard
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
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Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Are you up to the LEGO Challenge?
Join other LEGO Questers in building our Challenge of the month, or build your own. Tuesdays, 3-5 pm. Indian Orchard branch. For ages 5 and up.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
5
2023
Tue
Teen Tuesday
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
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Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
If you are looking for a welcoming place to be after school, look no further.
Get inspired by using a wide array of art and writing materials as well as board games. Enjoy the company of others or grab a quiet space for some precious alone time.
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Teens
Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
5
2023
Tue
Meat-Free Meals for Teens
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
Program Den
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Event Details:
We're cooking up a storm at Forest Park Library!
Do you want to learn cooking skills? Are you looking for ways to eat less meat? Want to try new versions of your favorite foods? Learn how to incorporate meatless dishes into your day without a lifestyle change.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required due to space constraints.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Sixteen Acres Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
5
2023
Tue
Gingerbread House Hunters
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
At Capacity
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
9
Event Details:
Design a gingerbread house to compete with other gingerbread architects.
Hansel and Gretel are a young couple looking for their first Gingerbread House.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required due to space constraints.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Brightwood Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
5
2023
Tue
Explore the E-Library
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Brightwood Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Brightwood Branch
Room:
BW Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Do you know about all the digital tools the library has to offer? This program is an opportunity to learn more.
Come and discover the E-Library of Springfield! Learn how to access and use Libby, Hoopla, Kanopy and Freegal! Bring your preferred device for help to access these services!
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Sixteen Acres Branch
Dec
5
2023
Tue
Neighborhood Traffic Talk
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
Continue to talk about traffic concerns in the area of Bartels, Forest Hills, and Fair Oak streets and next steps on neighborhood support for additional measures to combat speeding.
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