Bubble Bash

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Mason Square Branch
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Library Location: Mason Square Branch
Room: Mason Square Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Games
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Join us for Bubble Bash, an event that celebrates all things bubbles. From bubble wrap and blowing bubble, to bubble gum to bubble tea.

Silent Book Club Junior

2:00pm–2:45pm
Children, Tweens
Central Library
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Library Location: Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Book Groups & Reading
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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.

Adaptive Music Pop Up Class For Disabled and Neurodivergent Children and Their Caregivers

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Tweens
Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
Registration Required
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Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: FP Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups
Registration Required
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. 

Makerspace Collaboratory Drop-In

2:00pm–4:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
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.

SPECIAL PROJECT!

Mobile Farmers Market

3:00pm–3:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
East Springfield Branch
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Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Community Events, Food & Cooking
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The Mobile Farmers Market is back.  The colorful truck will be making a weekly stop on Wednesdays.  The Farmers Market truck brings affordable, fresh fruits and vegetables to local neighborhoods. 

Crafternoon for All Ages

3:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Indian Orchard Branch
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Library Location: Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
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Get crafty! Let's make something together.

DIY Journaling

3:15pm–4:45pm
Teens
Forest Park Branch
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Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: Program Den
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading, Teen Wellness 2025
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Journaling can be a great way to get all your thoughts, good and bad, out of your head. Learn how to make your own journal, and use it to clear your mind and get out all your thoughts. Learn why journaling is such a great tool for mental health.

Rolling Video Games VR

3:30pm–5:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
East Springfield Branch
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Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Games
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Join us for a Virtual Reality adventure! Explore a digital playground full of exciting challenges and multiplayer missions with VR Headsets provided by Rolling Video Games. Limited to kids 8 and up, due to equipment restrictions. 

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.

Family Game Night

5:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Tweens
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: Children's Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Games
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Join us on Wednesday nights this summer to level up your gaming skills! Bring your family and friends for a weekly offering of classic board games and periodically break out our Nintendo Switch! Light snacks will be provided.

Teen Night

5:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
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Come hang out in our big comfy chairs and wind down with a friend. 

Join us every Wednesday evening for games, crafts, snacks, and conversation. For teens 13+

Aprende Conmigo- Learn With Me

5:30pm–6:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
East Springfield Branch
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Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
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A Spanish language conversation group that functions to help improve understanding, speaking and reading and allow for a safe space for cultural exchange! Intermediate level recommended, but beginners welcome to listen and follow along. 

Family Board Game Night

6:00pm–7:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, All Ages
Central Library
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Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, All Ages
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Every Wednesday night in July, check out Family Game Night in Central Library’s community room! Join our Big Game or pick your own game to play. Snacks will be provided. Recommended for 6+ but all ages are welcome.