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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
Sep-Oct
2025
Crystal Bead Bracelets
All Day
9/29–10/3
East Forest Park Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Drop in to the Teen Room during open hours all week long to create your own crystal bead bracelet. For teens and tweens. While supplies last.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Tweens,
Teens
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Sketchtober Drawing Challenge for Teens
All Day
10/1–10/31
Indian Orchard Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:
Would you like to participate in a drawing challenge for October? Join Meg as we draw our way through the Inktober Drawing Challenge.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Community Listening Session - Staff Only
9:00am–10:30am
East Forest Park Branch
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:
Community Events
Event Details:
ReThinking Libraries is hosting Community Listening Sessions at Springfield City Library locations, to engage in conversations that will assist in the update and redefinition of The Library's Strategic Priorities, Mission, Vision, and Values.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Funding Information Network - Office Hours
10:00am–11:00am
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Computer Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Civic Engagement,
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Meet with our Digital Services Librarian to learn about grants for 501(c)3 nonprofits. Get acquainted with the Foundation Directory Online, and learn where to get useful resources for the entire grant seeking process.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Drop-In Tech Help from Tech Hub
10:00am–12:00pm
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Wellman Hall
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Event Details:
Come get tech help from a tech expert! Twice a month an expert from TechHub will be available in Wellman Hall to help with thorny tech problems or basic tech questions.
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Reservation
Central Library
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Mothers on The Move: Sister Circle
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
Babies & Toddlers
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Tiny Tots Playgroup
10:30am–11:15am
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
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Every Thursday we will offer an array of toddler friendly activities and toys to work on motor skills. Aimed at toddlers, but 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
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
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Circle Time Fun
10:30am–11:30am
Sixteen Acres Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Come join us for educational fun and learning at a librarian facilitated playgroup! No registration required, just drop in anytime during the program. Birth - 5 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
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Wiggle Worms Storytime
11:00am–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:
Join us for a baby storytime on Thursday mornings. We'll read, sing, and play with toys together. Geared towards babies, 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
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Spice Club
11:00am–12:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Civic Engagement,
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
Want to find inspiration in the kitchen and meet community members who enjoy cooking? Join our new Spice Club.
Disclaimer(s)
Limited Space
Space is limited and participation will available on a first come, first served basis.
Registration Optional
Registration for this event is optional. Please register if you would like to receive an automated reminder.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Chair Yoga for Seniors and Friends
11:00am–12:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Room:
IO 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 Chair Yoga lead by Cindy Senk, a certified personal trainer and yoga instructor.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Community Listening Session
12:30pm–1:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
ReThinking Libraries is hosting Community Listening Sessions at Springfield City Library locations open to the public, to engage in conversations that will assist in the update and redefinition of The Library's Strategic Priorities, Mission, Visio
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This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Tweens,
Teens
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Spark Your Creativity Coloring Club
1:00pm–5:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Do you want your creativity sparked through drawing and art? Are you up for a Challenge of the Month? Who’s ready for fun art challenges?
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Central Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Adult Chess Club
2:00pm–4:00pm
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Rice Hall
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
The adult chess club is for chess players of all levels, from beginner to advanced. Whether you're looking for a casual game or a competitive match, check out the library's adult chess club.
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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
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
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
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Open Studio Thursdays
2:00pm–4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Computers & Technology
Event Details:
Join us for our day-time, Open Studio session! You can bring a project to work on, or an idea to bounce off of other makers.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Meet Me at the Library!
3:00pm–4:45pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
It's an afterschool playdate at the library! Stop by between 3:00 - 4:45 for plenty of family friendly fun.
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 "Teens" group
Tweens,
Teens
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Ukulele Club
3:30pm–4:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops,
Summer Reading
Event Details:
Always wanted to learn an instrument? Drop in to our beginner ukulele club and start learning your favorite songs! All ages
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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
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Mason Square 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
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Let's Play. . .
4:00pm–5:00pm
Mason Square Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Surprise! Each month we will play a new game such as Dominoes, Checkers, Scrabble and many others! For families.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
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
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Community Listening Session
5:30pm–6:30pm
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:
Community Events
Event Details:
ReThinking Libraries is hosting Community Listening Sessions at Springfield City Library locations open to the public, to engage in conversations that will assist in the update and redefinition of The Library's Strategic Priorities, Mission, Visio
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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
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
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
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Costume Making Workshop
5:30pm–7:30pm
Forest Park Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
FP Community Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Community Events,
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Get your costume ready for Halloween! This October, the Forest Park Branch is happy to help patrons of any age make the Halloween costume of their dreams.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Introduction to Paper Quilling: Quilled Heart Greeting Card
6:00pm–7:00pm
Mason Square Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
In this interactive session, we'll delve into the world of paper quilling, exploring various tools and the endless possibilities that simple strips of paper hold.
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