This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 7 2026 Wed Books & Brew at Nathan Bill's 5:30pm–6:30pm Adults Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 7 2026 Wed Books & Brew at Nathan Bill's 5:30pm–6:30pm Off Site Library Location: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Cure your mid-week blues with a lively book discussion. Join a lively discussion with other book lovers, and enjoy your favorite brew, too. Books & Brew meets in person at Nathan Bill's Restaurant in Springfield on the First Wednesday of each month. Adults 21+ welcome.
This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 7 2026 Wed Adult Board Game Night 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults East Forest Park Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 7 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 8 2026 Thu The Any Book Club 10:00am–12:00pm Adults East Forest Park Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 8 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 8 2026 Thu Maker Time! 10:00am–5:00pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults East Forest Park Branch 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 Oct 8 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 8 2026 Thu Adult Chess Club 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens, Adults Central Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 8 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 Oct 8 2026 Thu Join the Quest! D&D Club 5:30pm–7:45pm Teens, Adults Brightwood Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 8 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 Oct 9 2026 Fri Knot Just Knitters 10:00am–11:30am Adults East Springfield Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 9 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 Oct 9 2026 Fri Maker Time! 10:00am–2:00pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults East Forest Park Branch 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 Oct 9 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 Oct 9 2026 Fri Knot Just Knitters 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults Mason Square Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 9 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 Oct 9 2026 Fri LEGO Challenge 3:00pm–4:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults East Forest Park Branch 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 Oct 9 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 10 2026 Sat Learn to Knit 11:30am–2:00pm Teens, Adults Forest Park Branch Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 10 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 "Adults" group Oct 10 2026 Sat Adult D&D 11:30am–2:30pm Adults East Forest Park Branch Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 10 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 Oct 10 2026 Sat Queer Book Club 12:30pm–1:30pm Adults Off Site Registration Open Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 10 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 12 2026 Mon Open Sew All Day Adults Mason Square Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 12 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 12 2026 Mon Code Builders 2.0 2:00pm–4:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults East Forest Park Branch 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 Oct 12 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 Oct 13 2026 Tue Dominoes Club 11:00am–1:00pm Teens, Adults Central Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 13 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 Oct 13 2026 Tue Afterthoughts Book Discussion Group 12:00pm–1:00pm Adults Online Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 13 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 Oct 13 2026 Tue Knot Just Knitters 12:00pm–2:00pm Adults East Forest Park Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 13 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 Oct 13 2026 Tue Ask a Law Librarian 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Online Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 13 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 Oct 13 2026 Tue Sew Fun! Drop-In 2:00pm–4:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults East Forest Park Branch 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 Oct 13 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 Oct 13 2026 Tue Knot Just Knitters 3:00pm–4:30pm Tweens, Teens, Adults Brightwood Branch This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 13 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 14 2026 Wed Knot Just Knitters 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 14 2026 Wed Knot Just Knitters 1:00pm–2:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Room: SA Community 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 always 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 Oct 14 2026 Wed Maker Time! 1:00pm–5:00pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults East Forest Park Branch 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 Oct 14 2026 Wed Maker Time! 1:00pm–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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 14 2026 Wed Adult Chess Club 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens, Adults East Forest Park Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 14 2026 Wed Adult Chess Club 2:00pm–4:00pm East Forest Park Branch Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Civic Engagement, 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.
