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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
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
All Ages
Special Events
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 "All Ages" group
Sep-Mar
2025
Reading Dragons and Friends
All Day
9/2–3/30
Special Events
Library Location:
Special Events
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
All Ages
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading,
Games
Event Details:
Level up your reading this school year with a fun card game! The more you read, the more cool dragon cards you can earn! Print or ask a librarian for a reading tracker to get started. Designed for kids K-8, with all ages 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
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Raymond Jordan Senior Center Book Club
Library Location:
Off Site
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:
Come join us for a book club at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center!
Love to read? If so, then meet us at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center for our monthly Book Club, where we delve into the heart of historical fiction, non-fiction, and even memoir. Adults 18+
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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
16
2025
Thu
Tiny Tots Playgroup
10:30am–11:15am
East Forest Park Branch
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
16
2025
Thu
Circle Time Fun
10:30am–11:30am
Sixteen Acres Branch
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
What is the Funding Information Network?
11:00am–12:30pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Work & Careers
Event Details:
Learn about the resources available at the library to help nonprofit organizations in search of grant funding.
Disclaimer(s)
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 "Babies & Toddlers" group
Babies & Toddlers
Central Library
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Wiggle Worms Storytime
11:00am–11:30am
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 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
16
2025
Thu
Local History Club
11:00am–12:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading,
Civic Engagement
Event Details:
Are you interested in Springfield's history? This group is for those who are familiar with its history along with those who are looking to learn about it. Discussions will be about the people, events, and buildings of Springfield.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Chair Yoga for Seniors and Friends
11:00am–12:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
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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11:45am |
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12:00pm |
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12:15pm |
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12:30pm |
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12:45pm |
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1:00pm |
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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
16
2025
Thu
Spark Your Creativity Coloring Club
1:00pm–5:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
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? We will offer a daily challenge for the summer - 25 challenges in 25 days. In the fall, we will provide a monthly challenge.
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1:45pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Computer Basics: Getting Started
2:00pm–4:00pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Computer Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops,
Technology
Event Details:
This is the first in a series of hands-on workshops to build computer skills. The Getting Started class focuses on the basics of using a desktop computer.
Disclaimer(s)
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 "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
16
2025
Thu
Adult Chess Club
2:00pm–4:00pm
Central Library
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
STCC Information Table
2:00pm–4:00pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Rotunda
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Work & Careers
Event Details:
Stop by to learn about free job training and adult education classes offered by Springfield Technical Community College. Free classes include
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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
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Open Studio Thursdays
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,
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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2:30pm |
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2:45pm |
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3:00pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Meet Me at the Library!
3:00pm–4:45pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
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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3:15pm |
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3:30pm |
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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
16
2025
Thu
Ukulele Club
3:30pm–4:30pm
East Springfield Branch
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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3:45pm |
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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 "All Ages" group
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
All Ages
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 "All Ages" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
BINGO
4:00pm–5:00pm
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
MS Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
All Ages
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Join us for BINGO in the Mason Square Library Community Room. Enjoy a few games, have a snack, win a prize and spend time with other friends from the community. All are welcome!
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4:30pm |
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4:45pm |
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5:00pm |
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5:15pm |
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5:30pm |
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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
16
2025
Thu
Join the Quest! D&D Club
5:30pm–7:45pm
Brightwood Branch
Library Location:
Brightwood Branch
Room:
BW Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
If you love collaborative storytelling and role-playing, join the Tabletop RPG Club!
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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
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
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
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Costume Making Workshop
5:30pm–7:30pm
Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
FP Community Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
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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Reservation
Mason Square Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
MS Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
The primary purpose of the beat community meeting is to allow beat residents, other community stakeholders, and police to discuss chronic problems on the beat and to engage in problem-solving.
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5:45pm |
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6:00pm |
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6:15pm |
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6:30pm |
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6:45pm |
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7:00pm |
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7:15pm |
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7:30pm |
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