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Create a Aromatherapy Satchel

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
BW Community Room at Brightwood Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens

Join us to create your own Aromatherapy satchel- 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 satchel when you’re done.

Library Location: Brightwood Branch
Room: BW Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us to create your own Aromatherapy satchel- 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 satchel when you’re done.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Create a Aromatherapy Satchel

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
CL Community Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens

Join us to create your own Aromatherapy satchel- 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 satchel when you’re done.

Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us to create your own Aromatherapy satchel- 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 satchel when you’re done.

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.

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.

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+

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.

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
Registration Required
Offsite Event
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.

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
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! 

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
Registration Required
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
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.

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 Group

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!

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 "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. 

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.

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

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!

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
Registration Required
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!

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! 

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.

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! 

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.

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.

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.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Home City Families Playgroup

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children's Room at East Forest Park Branch
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Home City Families Playgroup:

Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts, and playtime! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children t...

Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups

Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts, and playtime! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age.

No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 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.