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 LEGO Challenge Friday, November 6, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Makerspace at East Forest Park Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults It is time to get your brick on!Stop by the EFP Childrens’ Room for our weekly LEGO brick building challenge. For master builders of all ages! View Details 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 Nov 6 2026 Fri LEGO Challenge 3:00pm–4:30pm East Forest Park Branch Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Event Details: It is time to get your brick on!Stop by the EFP Childrens’ Room for our weekly LEGO brick building challenge. For master builders of all ages! 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Adult D&D Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 11:30am - 2:30pm East Forest Park Branch Program Type: Games Age Group: Adults 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. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 7 2026 Sat Adult D&D 11:30am–2:30pm East Forest Park Branch Registration Open Library Location: East Forest Park Branch 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Open Sew All Day Mason Square Branch at Mason Square Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Develop your sewing skills, make new friends, and have fun! Bring your sewing projects and join a community of crafters to learn, create, and socialize. Open Sew is open to all skill levels, from beginners to experts. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 9 2026 Mon Open Sew All Day Mason Square Branch Library Location: Mason Square Branch Room: Mason Square Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Develop your sewing skills, make new friends, and have fun! Bring your sewing projects and join a community of crafters to learn, create, and socialize. Open Sew is open to all skill levels, from beginners to experts.
This event is in the "Adults" group We Love a Good Book Club Monday, November 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm East Springfield Branch Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Age Group: Adults Any Book Club: Join our Any Book Club and share your recent reads. Bring a book you have read to discuss with the group monthly. Did you find the book appealing or appalling? Coffee, tea, and refreshments will be provided. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 9 2026 Mon We Love a Good Book Club 12:00pm–1:00pm East Springfield Branch Library Location: East Springfield Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Join our Any Book Club and share your recent reads. Bring a book you have read to discuss with the group monthly. Did you find the book appealing or appalling? Coffee, tea, and refreshments will be provided.
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 Code Builders 2.0 Monday, November 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm Makerspace at East Forest Park Branch Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Welcome to Code Builders 2.0 - our all ages, drop-in club where you can explore robotics, coding languages (like Scratch and Python), and even 3D design & printing!This club is open to aspiring coders of all ages. View Details 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 Nov 9 2026 Mon Code Builders 2.0 2:00pm–4:30pm East Forest Park Branch Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Welcome to Code Builders 2.0 - our all ages, drop-in club where you can explore robotics, coding languages (like Scratch and Python), and even 3D design & printing!This club is open to aspiring coders of all ages.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Silent Book Club Monday, November 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Rice Hall at Central Library Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Age Group: Teens, Adults Join us for the Silent Book Club, where we gather to read and talk about books. Bring your own book for an hour of independent reading (with snacks!). After reading, we chat about our books and share recommendations. For Adults and Teens 16+. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 9 2026 Mon Silent Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Central Library Registration Open Library Location: Central Library Room: Rice Hall Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Registration Required Event Details: Join us for the Silent Book Club, where we gather to read and talk about books. Bring your own book for an hour of independent reading (with snacks!). After reading, we chat about our books and share recommendations. For Adults and Teens 16+. Disclaimer(s) Registration Optional Registration for this event is optional. Please register if you would like to receive an automated reminder.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dominoes Club Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm CL Community Room at Central Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Teens, Adults This club is for dominoes players of all levels - beginners are welcome! Come meet new people and socialize over a game. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 10 2026 Tue Dominoes Club 11:00am–1:00pm Central Library Library Location: Central Library Room: CL Community Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Games Event Details: This club is for dominoes players of all levels - beginners are welcome! Come meet new people and socialize over a game.
This event is in the "Adults" group Afterthoughts Book Discussion Group Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm Online Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Age Group: Adults Afterthoughts Book Discussion Group: A monthly book discussion group where everyone reads and discusses the same book. Join us! Explore great books, join a lively discussion, and meet others who enjoy reading too. New members are always welcome! Meets online at noon on the second Tuesday of every month. View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 10 2026 Tue Afterthoughts Book Discussion Group 12:00pm–1:00pm Online Library Location: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: A monthly book discussion group where everyone reads and discusses the same book. Join us! Explore great books, join a lively discussion, and meet others who enjoy reading too. New members are always welcome! Meets online at noon on the second Tuesday of every month.
This event is in the "Adults" group Knot Just Knitters Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm Café Room at East Forest Park Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Knot Just Knitters: Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you. New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 10 2026 Tue Knot Just Knitters 12:00pm–2:00pm East Forest Park Branch Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: Café Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you. New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
This event is in the "Adults" group Ask a Law Librarian Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Online Program Type: Civic Engagement, Community Events Age Group: Adults Ask a Law Librarian: Join us on Zoom every Tuesday from 1-2 pm to ask a Hampden County Law Librarian your legal research questions. The Springfield City Library is delighted to partner with the Hampden County Law Library to offer the public the opportunity to talk with a Law Librarian from the Hampden County Courts. View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 10 2026 Tue Ask a Law Librarian 1:00pm–2:00pm Online Library Location: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civic Engagement, Community Events Event Details: Join us on Zoom every Tuesday from 1-2 pm to ask a Hampden County Law Librarian your legal research questions. The Springfield City Library is delighted to partner with the Hampden County Law Library to offer the public the opportunity to talk with a Law Librarian from the Hampden County Courts.
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 Sew Fun! Drop-In Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm Makerspace at East Forest Park Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Drop-in for our weekly studio session. From sewing a button or hemming pants, to following a pattern to construct a garment using a sewing machine, our sewing volunteer can help you get started! View Details 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 Nov 10 2026 Tue Sew Fun! Drop-In 2:00pm–4:30pm East Forest Park Branch Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Drop-in for our weekly studio session. From sewing a button or hemming pants, to following a pattern to construct a garment using a sewing machine, our sewing volunteer can help you get started!
This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Knot Just Knitters Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm BW Community Room at Brightwood Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you. View Details This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 10 2026 Tue Knot Just Knitters 3:00pm–4:30pm Brightwood Branch Library Location: Brightwood Branch Room: BW Community Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you.
Veterans Day All Day Central Library, Brightwood Branch, East Forest Park Branch, East Springfield Branch, Forest Park Branch, Indian Orchard Branch, Library Express at Pine Point, Mason Square Branch, Sixteen Acres Branch, Off Site, Online, Special Events Closed for the holiday Closing Nov 11 2026 Wed Closing Veterans Day All Day Branches: Central Library, Brightwood Branch, East Forest Park Branch, East Springfield Branch, Forest Park Branch, Indian Orchard Branch, Library Express at Pine Point, Mason Square Branch, Sixteen Acres Branch, Off Site, Online, Special Events Description: Closed for the holiday
This event is in the "Adults" group The Any Book Club Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm EFP Community Room at East Forest Park Branch Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Age Group: Adults Any Book Club: Join our Any Book Club and share your recent reads. The Any Book Club (ABC) meets bi-monthly to share stories about their recent reads. Members of the Any Book Club review books they've read recently so others can learn about what's great and - sometimes - what's not. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 12 2026 Thu The Any Book Club 10:00am–12:00pm East Forest Park Branch Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: EFP Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Join our Any Book Club and share your recent reads. The Any Book Club (ABC) meets bi-monthly to share stories about their recent reads. Members of the Any Book Club review books they've read recently so others can learn about what's great and - sometimes - what's not.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Chess Club Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm CL Community Room at Central Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Teens, Adults 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. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 12 2026 Thu Adult Chess Club 2:00pm–4:00pm Central Library 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Join the Quest! D&D Club Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm BW Community Room at Brightwood Branch Program Type: Games Age Group: Teens, Adults If you love collaborative storytelling and role-playing, join our D&D club! View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 12 2026 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 our D&D club!
This event is in the "Adults" group Knot Just Knitters Friday, November 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am East Springfield Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Knot Just Knitters: Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you. New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 13 2026 Fri Knot Just Knitters 10:00am–11:30am East Springfield Branch Library Location: East Springfield Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you. New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
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 Maker Time! Friday, November 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm Makerspace at East Forest Park Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults The Makerspace is open! View Details 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 Nov 13 2026 Fri Maker Time! 10:00am–2:00pm East Forest Park Branch Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Event Details: The Makerspace is open! 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Knot Just Knitters Friday, November 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Mason Square Branch at Mason Square Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 13 2026 Fri Knot Just Knitters 1:00pm–2:30pm Mason Square Branch Library Location: Mason Square Branch Room: Mason Square Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you.
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 LEGO Challenge Friday, November 13, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Makerspace at East Forest Park Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults It is time to get your brick on!Stop by the EFP Childrens’ Room for our weekly LEGO brick building challenge. For master builders of all ages! View Details 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 Nov 13 2026 Fri LEGO Challenge 3:00pm–4:30pm East Forest Park Branch Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Event Details: It is time to get your brick on!Stop by the EFP Childrens’ Room for our weekly LEGO brick building challenge. For master builders of all ages! 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Romance Book Club Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Online Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Age Group: Adults Romance Book Club: Get your Happily Ever After fix from the Romance Book Club! We discuss a different romance novel each month - our choices explore all the sub-genres, and a wide representation of characters. One Saturday a month, online via Zoom. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 14 2026 Sat Romance Book Club 10:00am–11:00am Online Registration Open Library Location: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Registration Required Event Details: Get your Happily Ever After fix from the Romance Book Club! We discuss a different romance novel each month - our choices explore all the sub-genres, and a wide representation of characters. One Saturday a month, online via Zoom. Disclaimer(s) Registration Optional Registration for this event is optional. Please register if you would like to receive an automated reminder.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Learn to Knit Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 11:30am - 2:00pm Program Den at Forest Park Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops Age Group: Teens, Adults 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. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 14 2026 Sat Learn to Knit 11:30am–2:00pm Forest Park Branch Registration Open 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Chainmail Jewelry Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 11:30am - 2:30pm Mason Square Branch at Mason Square Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens, Adults Spend a Saturday afternoon at the Mason Square Branch and learn how to make a piece of chainmail jewelry! No experience necessary, beginners welcome! For ages 16+ View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 14 2026 Sat Chainmail Jewelry 11:30am–2:30pm Mason Square Branch Library Location: Mason Square Branch Room: Mason Square Branch Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Spend a Saturday afternoon at the Mason Square Branch and learn how to make a piece of chainmail jewelry! No experience necessary, beginners welcome! For ages 16+
This event is in the "Adults" group Queer Book Club Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm Off Site Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Age Group: Adults 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. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 14 2026 Sat Queer Book Club 12:30pm–1:30pm Off Site Registration Open 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.
