This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Origami For Kids Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Mason Square Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Tweens We’ll be exploring origami and folding paper into fun creatures and other creations. For school aged children. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group May 13 2026 Wed Origami For Kids 3:30pm–4:30pm Mason Square Branch Library Location: Mason Square Branch Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: We’ll be exploring origami and folding paper into fun creatures and other creations. For school aged children.
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 This event is in the "Adults" group Therapy Dogs at the Library Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Library Express at Pine Point Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Feeling stressed? Petting dogs can help! Join us at the Pine Point Branch to get comforted with the Hampden County Sheriff's Department's Community Outreach Therapy Dog Program. 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 This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Therapy Dogs at the Library 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Express at Pine Point Library Location: Library Express at Pine Point Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Feeling stressed? Petting dogs can help! Join us at the Pine Point Branch to get comforted with the Hampden County Sheriff's Department's Community Outreach Therapy Dog Program.
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Night Wednesday, May 13, 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 13 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 13, 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 13 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 Books & Brew at White Lion Brewing Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Off Site Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Age Group: Adults Join a lively discussion with other book lovers and growth-minded individuals, and enjoy your favorite brew, too! Registration Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Books & Brew at White Lion Brewing 5:30pm–6:30pm Off Site Registration Open Library Location: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Registration Required Event Details: Join a lively discussion with other book lovers and growth-minded individuals, and enjoy your favorite brew, too! Disclaimer(s) Registration Optional Registration for this event is optional. Please register if you would like to receive an automated reminder.
Center for New Americans Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:30pm Computer Lab at Central Library Purpose of Meeting: ESOL class Central Library May 13 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
EFP Civic Association Meeting Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:45pm - 8:00pm EFP Community Room at East Forest Park Branch Purpose of Meeting: Meeting of the East Forest Park Civic Association East Forest Park Branch May 13 2026 Wed EFP Civic Association Meeting 5:45pm–8:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: EFP Community Room Purpose of Meeting Meeting of the East Forest Park Civic Association
This event is in the "Adults" group Central Library Building Tour Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm Rotunda at Central Library Program Type: Civic Engagement, Classes & Workshops Age Group: Adults Don't miss out on this evening tour of the Springfield Central Library building at 220 State Street! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Central Library Building Tour 6:00pm–7:15pm Central Library Library Location: Central Library Room: Rotunda Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civic Engagement, Classes & Workshops Event Details: Don't miss out on this evening tour of the Springfield Central Library building at 220 State Street! 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 "Adults" group Silent Book Club Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm East Forest Park Branch Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Age Group: Adults Wish you had more time to read? Looking for some book lovers to hang out with? Join us for Silent Book Club! One night a month, we get cozy at the library for an hour of solo reading and time at the end to chat. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Silent Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm East Forest Park Branch Registration Open Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Registration Required Event Details: Wish you had more time to read? Looking for some book lovers to hang out with? Join us for Silent Book Club! One night a month, we get cozy at the library for an hour of solo reading and time at the end to chat. 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 Parent-and-Me Yoga Thursday, May 14, 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 14 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 14, 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 14 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 Sports Book Club Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm East Forest Park Branch Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Age Group: Adults Calling all fans, players, and armchair analysts — it's time to combine your passion for sports with the power of a great story! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 14 2026 Thu Sports Book Club 11:00am–12:00pm East Forest Park Branch Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Calling all fans, players, and armchair analysts — it's time to combine your passion for sports with the power of a great story!
This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Spark Your Creativity Coloring Club Thursday, May 14, 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 14 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 14, 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 14 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 "Children" group Meet Me at the Library! Thursday, May 14, 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 14 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 14, 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 14 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group BINGO Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm MS Community Room at Mason Square Branch Program Type: Games Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens 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! View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 14 2026 Thu BINGO 4:00pm–5:00pm Mason Square Branch Library Location: Mason Square Branch Room: MS Community Room 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!
This event is in the "Children" group Yoga for Kids Thursday, May 14, 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 14 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 "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Crochet Workshop Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm FP Community Room at Forest Park Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults 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! View Details This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 14 2026 Thu Crochet Workshop 5:30pm–7:30pm Forest Park Branch Library Location: Forest Park Branch Room: FP Community Room 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!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Join the Quest! D&D Club Thursday, May 14, 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 May 14 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, May 15, 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 May 15 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, May 15, 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 May 15 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, May 15, 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 May 15 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 Lego Freestyle Club Friday, May 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm Children's Room at Sixteen Acres Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Attention LEGO enthusiasts! All are invited to drop in for our freestyle Lego Building Club. Make new friends and browse our library's many LEGO-themed books. Have the freedom to build using your imagination. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 15 2026 Fri Lego Freestyle Club 1:00pm–4:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Room: Children's Room Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Attention LEGO enthusiasts! All are invited to drop in for our freestyle Lego Building Club. Make new friends and browse our library's many LEGO-themed books. Have the freedom to build using your imagination. 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.
