Raymond Jordan Senior Center Book Club

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Off Site
Offsite Event
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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+

Drop-In Tech Help from Tech Hub

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Central Library
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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.

Tiny Tots Playgroup

10:30am–11:15am
Babies & Toddlers
East Forest Park Branch
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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.

Circle Time Fun

10:30am–11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Sixteen Acres Branch
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Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups
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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.

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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.

Reservation

Mothers on The Move: Sister Circle

10:30am–12:30pm
Central Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Book Club Group

Wiggle Worms Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Central Library
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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.   

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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.

Local History Club

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Groups & Reading, Civic Engagement
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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. 

Spark Your Creativity Coloring Club

1:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Indian Orchard Branch
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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?

Adult Chess Club

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Central Library
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Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
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. 

STCC Information Table

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Central Library
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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 

Open Studio Thursdays

2:00pm–4:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
East Forest Park Branch
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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.

Meet Me at the Library!

3:00pm–4:45pm
Children
Sixteen Acres Branch
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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.

Ukulele Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
East Springfield Branch
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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

Art Explorers: Printmaking

4:00pm–4:45pm
Children, Tweens
Central Library
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Library Location: Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Thursdays this September, get messy and make some art! Artists will explore different materials and styles, learn some art history, and most importantly get their hands dirty and have fun!

BINGO

4:00pm–5:00pm
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
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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Office of Community Development Public Hearing

5:00pm–6:00pm
Brightwood Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Brightwood Branch
Room: BW Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Public meeting for citizens to make comments on the Office of Community Development's DRAFT CAPER- Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report. This is a report based on accomplishments for the year 2024-June 30, 2025.

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National MS Society Connection Event

5:15pm–7:30pm
Forest Park Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: FP Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

To connect with MS patients and activists in Springfield and surrounding cities, and expand our advocate base.

Crochet Workshop

6:00pm–7:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Forest Park Branch
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Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: Program Den
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Want to crochet but not sure where to start? Want to learn how to make a granny square? Found a really cool pattern but not quite sure how to make sense of it? Come learn to crochet or further your skills!