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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.
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.
Gingerbread Person Craft
All Day 12/16 - 12/21
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Children's Storytime Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Decorate and build your own Gingerbread person using supplies provided. Maybe make a Superhero Gingerbread person? What will you name your Gingerbread person?
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Winter Wishes
All Day 12/1 - 12/31
Special Events
Library Location:
Special Events
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join in on a tradition practiced around the world! Write or draw your wish for the new year and hang it on our Wishing Tree for good luck. Available at all library locations during open hours this December.
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.
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 12/2 - 12/31
Special Events
Library Location:
Special Events
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
Get in the giving spirit this holiday season and add your donations of new mittens, gloves, hats, and scarves to the Mitten Tree at every library location. Donated items will be distributed throughout Springfield in January.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
20
2024
Fri
Knot Just Knitters
10:00am - 11:30am
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
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 "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
20
2024
Fri
Chair Yoga
11:30am - 12:15pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Using gentle stretching while seated, chair yoga allows adults of all abilities to improve flexibility and balance.
Join us for 45 minutes of chair yoga. Using gentle stretching while seated, chair yoga allows adults of all abilities to improve flexibility and balance. Instructor Cindy Senk, a certified accessible yoga teacher, will lead the class.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
20
2024
Fri
Bilingual Storytime | Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe
11:30am - 12:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Come listen to your new favorite stories in English and Spanish followed by free play with new pals!
For ages 6 months - 6 years 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 "Adults" group.
Adults
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
20
2024
Fri
Knot Just Knitters
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
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.
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
20
2024
Fri
Open Sew
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Develop your sewing skills, make new friends, and have fun!
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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.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
20
2024
Fri
Lego Freestyle Club
1:00pm - 4:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Attention LEGO enthusiasts! All are invited to drop in for our freestyle Lego Building Club. Make new friends and browse our library's many LEGO-themed books. Have the freedom to build using your imagination.
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 "Babies & Toddlers" group.
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
20
2024
Fri
Home City Families Playgroup
1:30pm - 2:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Children's 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 "Children" group.
Children
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
20
2024
Fri
Cookies & Cocoa
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Indian Orchard Branch
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
Celebrate winter at the library! Welcome the new season with a warm mug of hot cocoa and cookie decorating with bright colors and shimmering 'snow' sprinkles! Refreshments and supplies provided. Ages 2+
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
20
2024
Fri
Holiday Party!
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
FP Community Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
Join us at the Forest Park branch for an end-of-the-year Holiday party! Enjoy some snacks while playing games and add your name in for our holiday raffle! For tweens and teens, ages 11-18. Thursday, December 20th, from 3:30-5pm
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This event is in the "Children" group.
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
20
2024
Fri
Switch Gaming On Fridays
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Room:
IO Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Come Switch it up at the library and play your choice of games.
On Fridays we will play Mario Kart, Mario Party and Super Smash Bros Ultimate, on our brand new Switch. Bring your own controllers for 2+ multiplayer games. 3-5pm.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
20
2024
Fri
Microwave Meals
3:15pm - 4:15pm
Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
Program Den
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
Hungry after school? Not sure what to make? Come learn easy microwave recipes with simple ingredients!
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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.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
20
2024
Fri
Game Day
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Stop by the Sixteen Acres Library for some gaming fun! Play a board game or a card game. For ages 10-16.
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