This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group WOW Wednesday! Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Program Den at Forest Park Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Tweens, Teens Craft generic: Get crafty! Let's make something together. Join us every other Wednesday at the Forest Park Library for Wow Wednesdays! We will be doing a variety of crafts and activities, but all of it will be fun! For tweens and teens, ages 11-18. View Details This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 20 2026 Wed WOW Wednesday! 3:00pm–4:00pm Forest Park Branch Library Location: Forest Park Branch Room: Program Den Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get crafty! Let's make something together. Join us every other Wednesday at the Forest Park Library for Wow Wednesdays! We will be doing a variety of crafts and activities, but all of it will be fun! For tweens and teens, ages 11-18.
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 Crafternoon for All Ages Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm Indian Orchard Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Get crafty! Let's make something together. 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 May 20 2026 Wed Crafternoon for All Ages 3:00pm–5:00pm Indian Orchard Branch Library Location: Indian Orchard Branch Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Event Details: Get crafty! Let's make something together.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Pipe Cleaner Crafts Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Mason Square Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Tweens We will be creating animals, critters and other things from pipe cleaners. For school aged children. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group May 20 2026 Wed Pipe Cleaner Crafts 3:30pm–4:30pm Mason Square Branch Library Location: Mason Square Branch Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: We will be creating animals, critters and other things from pipe cleaners. For school aged children.
This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Springtime Suncatchers Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm BW Community Room at Brightwood Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Tweens, Teens Is there not enough color in your house? Are you wishing for something to brighten up your dreary springtime day? Come into the Brightwood Branch to paint a suncatcher! View Details This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 20 2026 Wed Springtime Suncatchers 3:30pm–4:30pm Brightwood Branch Library Location: Brightwood Branch Room: BW Community Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Is there not enough color in your house? Are you wishing for something to brighten up your dreary springtime day? Come into the Brightwood Branch to paint a suncatcher!
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Bomba Pop Up Class with the Community Music School of Springfield Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm East Springfield Branch Program Type: Classes & Workshops Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library! View Details This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 20 2026 Wed Bomba Pop Up Class with the Community Music School of Springfield 4:30pm–5:30pm East Springfield Branch Library Location: East Springfield Branch Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Classes & Workshops Event Details: Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library! Disclaimer(s) Limited Space Space is limited and participation will available on a first come, first served basis.
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Night Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm Teen Room at East Forest Park Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games Age Group: Teens 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+ View Details This event is in the "Teens" group May 20 2026 Wed Teen Night 5:00pm–7:30pm East Forest Park Branch Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games Event Details: 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+
This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aprende Conmigo- Learn With Me Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm East Springfield Branch Program Type: Classes & Workshops Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults Practice your Spanish and help others practice their English in a weekly conversation circle and safe space for cultural exchange! We will spend half the time practicing Spanish and the other half practicing English, with a break in between. View Details This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 20 2026 Wed Aprende Conmigo- Learn With Me 5:30pm–6:30pm East Springfield Branch Library Location: East Springfield Branch Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops Event Details: Practice your Spanish and help others practice their English in a weekly conversation circle and safe space for cultural exchange! We will spend half the time practicing Spanish and the other half practicing English, with a break in between.
This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Board Game Night Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm EFP Community Room at East Forest Park Branch Program Type: Games Age Group: Adults Come join us at the East Forest Park library for adult board game night! We’ll provide the games and instruction – bring a friend, meet a neighbor, and learn a new game with us! All levels welcome. Ages 18+ please. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 20 2026 Wed Adult Board Game Night 5:30pm–7:30pm East Forest Park Branch Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: EFP Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games Event Details: Come join us at the East Forest Park library for adult board game night! We’ll provide the games and instruction – bring a friend, meet a neighbor, and learn a new game with us! All levels welcome. Ages 18+ please.
Center for New Americans Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:30pm Computer Lab at Central Library Purpose of Meeting: ESOL class Central Library May 20 2026 Wed Center for New Americans 5:45pm–7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: Central Library Room: Computer Lab Purpose of Meeting ESOL class
Center for New Americans Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:30pm CL Community Room at Central Library Purpose of Meeting: ESOL class Central Library May 20 2026 Wed Center for New Americans 5:45pm–7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: Central Library Room: CL Community Room Purpose of Meeting ESOL class
This event is in the "Adults" group Candle Decorating Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm IO Community Room at Indian Orchard Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Craft generic: Get crafty! Let's make something together. Create ambiance for your summer table by decorating tapered candles. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 20 2026 Wed Candle Decorating 6:00pm–7:30pm Indian Orchard Branch Library Location: Indian Orchard Branch Room: IO Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get crafty! Let's make something together. Create ambiance for your summer table by decorating tapered candles.
This event is in the "Adults" group Raymond Jordan Senior Center Book Club Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Off Site Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Age Group: Adults Raymond Jordan Senior Center Book Club: Come join us for a book club at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center! Love to read? If so, come meet us at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center for our monthly Book Club! We read mostly historical fiction but at times delve into non-fiction, contemporary fiction, and mysteries. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group May 21 2026 Thu Raymond Jordan Senior Center Book Club 10:00am–11:00am Off Site Registration Open Library Location: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Registration Required Event Details: Come join us for a book club at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center! Love to read? If so, come meet us at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center for our monthly Book Club! We read mostly historical fiction but at times delve into non-fiction, contemporary fiction, and mysteries. 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 "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! Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm 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 May 21 2026 Thu Maker Time! 10:00am–5:00pm 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group Parent-and-Me Yoga Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Children's Program Room at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytimes & Playgroups Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Enjoy yoga with your little one in this class taught by local yoga instructor, Christina Lam. The class will include breathing techniques, stretches, and partner poses. Registration is optional but encouraged! Registration Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group May 21 2026 Thu Parent-and-Me Yoga 10:30am–11:30am Central Library Registration Open Library Location: Central Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytimes & Playgroups Registration Required Event Details: Enjoy yoga with your little one in this class taught by local yoga instructor, Christina Lam. The class will include breathing techniques, stretches, and partner poses. Registration is optional but encouraged! Disclaimer(s) Limited Space Space is limited and participation will available on a first come, first served basis. Registration Optional Registration for this event is optional. Please register if you would like to receive an automated reminder.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Circle Time Fun Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Circle Time Fun: Join us for songs, rhymes and a story or two at Circle Time Fun. 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. View Details This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group May 21 2026 Thu Circle Time Fun 10:30am–11:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Event Details: Join us for songs, rhymes and a story or two at Circle Time Fun. 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. 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 Local History Club Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm East Forest Park Branch Program Type: Book Groups & Reading, Civic Engagement Age Group: Adults 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 21 2026 Thu Local History Club 11:00am–12:00pm East Forest Park Branch Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading, Civic Engagement Event Details: 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.
This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Spark Your Creativity Coloring Club Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm Indian Orchard Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Tweens, Teens 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? View Details This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 21 2026 Thu Spark Your Creativity Coloring Club 1:00pm–5:00pm Indian Orchard Branch 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?
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Chess Club Thursday, May 21, 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 May 21 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 "Adults" group STCC Information Table Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Rotunda at Central Library Program Type: Work & Careers Age Group: Adults Stop by to learn about free job training and adult education classes offered by Springfield Technical Community College. Free classes include View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 21 2026 Thu STCC Information Table 2:00pm–4:00pm Central Library 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
This event is in the "Children" group Meet Me at the Library! Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:45pm Children's Room at Sixteen Acres Branch Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Age Group: Children It's an afterschool playdate at the library! Stop by between 3:00 - 4:45 for plenty of family friendly fun. View Details This event is in the "Children" group May 21 2026 Thu Meet Me at the Library! 3:00pm–4:45pm Sixteen Acres Branch 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.
This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Ukulele Club Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm East Springfield Branch Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Summer Reading Age Group: Tweens, Teens Always wanted to learn an instrument? Drop in to our beginner ukulele club and start learning your favorite songs! All ages View Details This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 21 2026 Thu Ukulele Club 3:30pm–4:30pm East Springfield Branch 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
This event is in the "Teens" group Create an Aromatherapy Sachet Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Mason Square Branch at Mason Square Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens Join us to create your own Aromatherapy sachet - a calming tool you can carry with you when you need a moment for yourself. Pick the herbs and scents you want, and take home your sachet when you’re done. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group May 21 2026 Thu Create an Aromatherapy Sachet 4:00pm–5:00pm Mason Square Branch Library Location: Mason Square Branch Room: Mason Square Branch Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Event Details: Join us to create your own Aromatherapy sachet - a calming tool you can carry with you when you need a moment for yourself. Pick the herbs and scents you want, and take home your sachet when you’re done.
This event is in the "Children" group Yoga for Kids Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm MS Community Room at Mason Square Branch Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness Age Group: Children Unwind, stretch, and connect with this yoga class for kids taught by local yoga instructor, Christina Lam. No experience needed—just bring your breath and be yourself! Registration is optional but encouraged. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group May 21 2026 Thu Yoga for Kids 5:30pm–6:30pm Mason Square Branch Registration Open Library Location: Mason Square Branch Room: MS Community Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Unwind, stretch, and connect with this yoga class for kids taught by local yoga instructor, Christina Lam. No experience needed—just bring your breath and be yourself! Registration is optional but encouraged. 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group Full Body Baby Massage Friday, May 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am EFP Community Room at East Forest Park Branch Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Charlen Benoit, Heart and Healing Touch, presenting this class designed for babies 1 to 6 months (pre-crawlers only). Massage has many added benefits which may including soothing your baby, help regulate sleep, improving weight gain, aiding View Details This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group May 22 2026 Fri Full Body Baby Massage 10:00am–11:15am East Forest Park Branch Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: EFP Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Event Details: Charlen Benoit, Heart and Healing Touch, presenting this class designed for babies 1 to 6 months (pre-crawlers only). Massage has many added benefits which may including soothing your baby, help regulate sleep, improving weight gain, aiding 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. Registration Required Registration for this event is required due to space constraints.
