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
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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
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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
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Every Thursday we will offer an array of toddler friendly activities and toys to work on motor skills. Aimed at toddlers, but 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.

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.

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
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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.

Chair Yoga for Seniors and Friends

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Indian Orchard Branch
At Capacity
Registration Required
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Library Location: Indian Orchard Branch
Room: IO Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
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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.

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. 

What is the Funding Information Network?

11:00am–12:30pm
Adults
Central Library
At Capacity
Registration Required
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Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Work & Careers
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about the resources available at the library to help nonprofit organizations in search of grant funding.

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Registration Optional

Registration for this event is optional. Please register if you would like to receive an automated reminder.

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
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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: Rice Hall
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
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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. 

Computer Basics: Getting Started

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Central Library
At Capacity
Registration Required
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Library Location: Central Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Computers & Technology
Registration Required
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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.

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Registration Optional

Registration for this event is optional. Please register if you would like to receive an automated reminder.

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
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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
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It's an afterschool playdate at the library!  Stop by between 3:00 - 4:45 for plenty of family friendly fun.

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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.

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
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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!

Costume Making Workshop

5:30pm–7:30pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Forest Park Branch
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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
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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.

Join the Quest! D&D Club

5:30pm–7:45pm
Teens, Adults
Brightwood Branch
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Library Location: Brightwood Branch
Room: BW Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
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If you love collaborative storytelling and role-playing, join the Tabletop RPG Club!