"Pasqualina: The Bootleg Queen of Springfield, Massachusetts" Author Talk

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Central Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:
Author and Mafia Historian Justin Cascio’s latest book is about a hidden piece of Springfield’s history.

Has a woman ever been a Mafia boss? 

How did the Mafia come to Springfield, Massachusetts? 

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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Mujeres ancladas en sus promesas

11:00am–1:00pm
Mason Square Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Mason Square Branch
Room: MS Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Single moms' book group

Reservation

Write-Up Springfield

11:00am–1:00pm
Central Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Central Library
Room: Computer Lab
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly writing group

Reservation

LBS Chapter Meeting

11:00am–2:00pm
Forest Park Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: FP Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly chapter meeting

Learn Tai Chi

11:30am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
East Springfield Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join experienced Tai Chi practitioner and instructor Emanuel Brown for a beginner-friendly class series for teens 16+ and adults of all ages.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Registration for this event is required due to space constraints. 

Learn to Knit

11:30am–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Forest Park Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: Program Den
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of knitting and build your skills with guided lessons. No experience needed! Every month we will review casting on, counting stitches, garter stitch, and stockinette stitch for new patrons and beginners.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Optional

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

Adult D&D

11:30am–2:30pm
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: EFP Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you want to try Dungeons & Dragons but don’t know how to start? Do you remember playing, but don’t have a group to play with now? Come to the East Forest Park library’s Dungeons & Dragons for Adults group! All levels welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Registration for this event is required due to space constraints. 

Family Movie Afternoon - F1

11:45am–2:45pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Indian Orchard Branch
Library Location: Indian Orchard Branch
Room: IO Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Join us for a screening of F1

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Neighbor to Neighbor Community Listening Session

12:00pm–4:00pm
Central Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

The goals of our event is to welcome in community members for a multi topic listening session.

Queer Book Club

12:30pm–1:30pm
Adults
Off Site
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Location: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Groups & Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

A monthly meet-up for adults (18+) to explore queer stories across all genres. Choose one or more of our 4 curated book picks each month, then join us at Monsoon's café for coffee or lunch, and lively discussion in a welcoming, inclusive space.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Optional

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

Paper Airplane Competition

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children, Tweens
Central Library
Library Location: Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Join us for a paper airplane competition! Learn how to fold different airplane styles and put your creation to the test among other airplanes and obstacles.

Read with Duchess the Dog

1:00pm–2:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:

Come to a special experience for pre-readers and practiced readers of all ages!  Build reading and listening skills while spending time with a friendly dog.  

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.

Indoor "Drive-In" Movie

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch
Room: SA Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Performances
Event Details:

Spend the afternoon enjoying a movie in our community meeting room while surrounded by vintage drive-in themed snacks and decorations

Spring Egg Hunt

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Central Library
Library Location: Central Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Events
Event Details:

Join us in the teen room for our spring egg hunt! Eggs will be hidden that contain all sorts of small prizes. Find one of our two golden eggs and win a special prize. Hunt solo, or team up to pool your resources! 

Sensory Playgroup

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children
Central Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a welcoming and inclusive event. Read together, make new friends, and explore our brand-new Communication Board. Activities are sensory-friendly and child-led, giving every child the chance to participate at their own pace.

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.