Upcoming Events

Stop by the community room to cool off, have a snack, and play a game. We have UNO, Sushi Go, checkers, and more. If you're brave, challenge a librarian to a game of Scrabble.

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 is the second in a series of hands-on workshops to build computer skills. The Internet class focuses on the basics of using the Internet. You’ll learn key terminology and how to use a web browser, navigate a website, and search online.

Meditating in a group gives a sense of community and camaraderie connected to sharing the practice and benefits of meditation.

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.

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.

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!

Join us at three different locations around Forest Park for light nature walks and birding. Bill Randolph, Naturalist, will lead us in exploring three different park locations: Camp Star Angelina, The Duck Pond, and the Aquatic Gardens.

New members are always welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.

Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.

The Mobile Farmers Market is back.  The colorful truck will be making a weekly stop on Wednesdays.  The Farmers Market truck brings affordable, fresh fruits and vegetables to local neighborhoods. 

Get crafty! Let's make something together.

Come Switch it up at the library and play your choice of games.

We will play Mario Kart, Mario Party, Super Smash Bros Ultimate and other games on our brand new Switch. Bring your own controllers for 2+ multiplayer games.

A Spanish language conversation group that functions to help improve understanding, speaking and reading and allow for a safe space for cultural exchange! Intermediate level recommended, but beginners welcome to listen and follow along. 

Learn more about searching for yourself or family members in the Springfield Republican Digital Archives.

Come to the East Forest Park library for adult trivia night. We’ll have snacks, fun facts, and a great time! Ages 18+. July's theme will be sci-fi movie trivia!

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.

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. 

Join us for our day-time, Open Studio session! You can bring a project to work on, or an idea to bounce off of other makers.

Join us for an evening with a special performance by Good Trouble in the Discovery Garden.

Join us at three different locations around Forest Park for light nature walks and birding. Bill Randolph, Naturalist, will lead us in exploring three different park locations: Camp Star Angelina, The Duck Pond, and the Aquatic Gardens.

Come level up your summer by making your very own Chess and/or checkers set! Upcycle household materials such as bottle caps, corks, and fabric into a classic game.

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.

Join us for 45 minutes of chair yoga. Using gentle stretching while seated, chair yoga allows adults of all abilities to improve flexibility and balance. Instructor Cindy Senk, a certified accessible yoga teacher, will lead the class.