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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Felt Succulents
All Day 7/21 - 7/25
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Come create your own felt succulent pot to bring home. Stop in to the Teen Room during open hours. All materials provided. While supplies last. Ages 10+.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jun-Aug
2025
Mystery Date with a Book
All Day 6/1 - 8/31
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:
What will be the mystery title behind the wrapping? Choose your date with a book based only on the keyword on the wrapping - no peeking at the cover!
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
07/01/2025 @ 12:00pm - 07/31/2025 @ 5:00pm
Adults,
All Ages
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Art Display: Bill Ferro's Works
07/01/2025 @ 12:00pm - 07/31/2025 @ 5:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Community Events
Event Details:
Visit the Sixteen Acres Branch to view a display of art works from local artist and photographer, Bill Ferro.
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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.
07/22/2025 @ 1:00pm - 07/25/2025 @ 4:30pm
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.
DIY Realm in a Box
07/22/2025 @ 1:00pm - 07/25/2025 @ 4:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Use our boxes and supplies to create your own realm in a box diorama. Use books about real and imaginary places to inspire you. Create a forest, mini dungeon, dragon-filled sky, or another place of your choice.
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 "Adults" group.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Computer Basics: Internet
10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Computer Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops,
Technology
Event Details:
This is the second in a series of hands-on workshops to build computer skills. The Internet class focuses on the basics of using the Internet. You’ll learn key terminology and how to use a web browser, navigate a website, and search online.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required due to space constraints.
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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.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Budding Bookworms Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
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:
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 "Adults" group.
Adults
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Learn the Basic Art of Meditation
10:30am - 11:30am
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Meditating in a group gives a sense of community and camaraderie connected to sharing the practice and benefits of meditation.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Home City Families Playgroup
10:30am - 11:30am
Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
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.
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.
Babies & Toddlers
Central Library
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Stompers Storytime
11:00am - 11:45am
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us for a silly and fun toddler storytime on Tuesday mornings. We'll read, sing, and play with toys together. Geared towards toddlers, 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
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Knot Just Knitters
12:00pm - 2:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
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.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Children,
Tweens
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Silent Book Club Junior
1:00pm - 1:45pm
Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:
Enjoy reading in a quiet, comfortable environment with this silent book club for kids. Each month, we'll get cozy at the library for half an hour of solo reading, plus time at the end to chat and enjoy some snacks.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Civic Engagement,
Community Events
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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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Home City Families Playgroup
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
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.
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
Brightwood Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Music Exploration Pop Up Class with the Community Music School of Springfield
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Brightwood Branch
Library Location:
Brightwood Branch
Room:
BW Community Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!
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.
Limited Space
Space is limited and participation will available on a first come, first served basis.
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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.
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.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Sew Fun! Drop-In
2:00pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Drop-in for our weekly studio session. From sewing a button or hemming pants, to following a pattern to construct a garment using a sewing machine, our sewing volunteer can help you get started!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Children,
Tweens
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Silent Book Club Junior
2:00pm - 3:00pm
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:
Enjoy reading in a quiet, comfortable environment with this silent book club for kids. Each week, we'll get cozy at the library for half an hour of solo reading, plus time at the end to chat and enjoy some snacks.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Central Library
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Messy Art
2:30pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us on Tuesdays this July for some messy, sensory art for toddlers and preschoolers. This program is designed with children 3-6 years old in mind, younger children are welcome but may require more help.
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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Build-a-Board Game Workshop
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
Age Group:
Tweens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Classes & Workshops,
Games,
Summer Reading
Event Details:
Learn about game design and create your own board game prototype in this six-week gaming workshop! We'll start by playing games and talking about what makes them tick. Then we'll get crafty, planning and designing our own board games.
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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
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Switch It Up!
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Visit the Mason Square Branch on Tuesday afternoons for some switch gaming!
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Teen Tuesday
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
Hang out, have fun, make friends, and eat snacks.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Switch Gaming Club
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Brightwood Branch
Library Location:
Brightwood Branch
Room:
BW Community Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Come on into the Brightwood Branch every month to get your game on with our Nintendo Switch! We will be playing a variety of Switch games including but not limited to: Mario Kart 8, Super Smash Bros & more!
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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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Off Site
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.
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Library Location:
Off Site
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Gardening & Outdoors
Event Details:
Join us at three different locations around Forest Park for light nature walks and birding. Bill Randolph, Naturalist, will lead us in exploring three different park locations: Camp Star Angelina, The Duck Pond, and the Aquatic Gardens.
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