This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Knot Just Knitters 1:00pm - 2:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Knot Just Knitters 1:00pm - 2:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu Circle Time Fun 10:30am - 11:30am Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu Circle Time Fun 10:30am - 11:30am Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Event Details: Join us for songs, rhymes and a story or two at Circle Time Fun. Come join us for education fun and learning at a librarian facilitated playgroup! An adult must accompany and consistently supervise children. No registration required, just drop in. Birth to 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. Jun 15 2024 Sat Romance Book Club 10:00am - 11:00am Online Registration Open Registration Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 15 2024 Sat Romance Book Club 10:00am - 11:00am Online Registration Open Library Location: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Registration Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Get your Happily Ever After fix from the Romance Book Club! We discuss a different romance novel each month - our choices explore all the sub-genres, and a wide representation of characters. One Saturday a month, online via Zoom. Disclaimer(s) Registration Optional Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 15 2024 Sat Read with Cadence the Dog 11:00am - 12:00pm Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 15 2024 Sat Read with Cadence the Dog 11:00am - 12:00pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Come to a special experience for pre-readers and practiced readers of all ages. Our guests Megan and her certified therapy dog Cadence will share some fun stories with you. 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. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jun-Aug 2024 Discover Your Summer All Day 6/17 - 8/24 Special Events Virtual Event 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jun-Aug 2024 Discover Your Summer All Day 6/17 - 8/24 Special Events Library Location: Special Events Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Community Events, Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Discover YOUR Summer at the Springfield City Library. Learn a skill. Be crafty. Find your passion. Attend free concerts and fun-filled events; or just read a good book! Win prizes for participation.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Discover Read-Aloud Fun 2:30pm - 4:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Discover Read-Aloud Fun 2:30pm - 4:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Event Details: Reading aloud to young children is not only an important foundation for learning and development - it is also so much fun! Join us on the first two days of Discover Your Summer for the funniest, silliest storytimes ever. 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. Jun 18 2024 Tue What's Cooking Cookbook Club 10:00am - 11:00am Online Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue What's Cooking Cookbook Club 10:00am - 11:00am Online Library Location: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading, Food & Cooking Event Details: Join the Cookbook Club’s monthly discussion to improve your cooking skills, share great recipes, hear about the latest new cookbooks, and more. Every month we make the same dish and compare how it was made. The third Tuesday of each month online via zoom - click to join!
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Ask a Law Librarian 1:00pm - 2:00pm Online Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Ask a Law Librarian 1:00pm - 2:00pm Online Library Location: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Home City Families Playgroup 1:30pm - 2:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Home City Families Playgroup 1:30pm - 2:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Room: SA Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Event Details: Parents and their children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and activities! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. 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. Jun 18 2024 Tue Discover Read-Aloud Fun 2:30pm - 4:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Discover Read-Aloud Fun 2:30pm - 4:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Event Details: Reading aloud to young children is not only an important foundation for learning and development - it is also so much fun! Join us on the first two days of Discover Your Summer for the funniest, silliest storytimes ever. 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. Jun 18 2024 Tue BYOB Club 3:00pm - 7:00pm Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue BYOB Club 3:00pm - 7:00pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Age Group: Teens Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: BYOB - Bring Your Own Book!!There are no set titles - read whatever you want!! If you liked the book please let the club know so we can all try it!
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Eager Readers Book Group 6:30pm - 7:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Eager Readers Book Group 6:30pm - 7:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Room: SA Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Join this long-running book group of reading enthusiasts! Newcomers welcome. The group reads mostly contemporary novels, although occasionally historical fiction, adventures, and some non-fiction. The book club members jointly choose upcoming books. No registration required, just drop by.
Jun 19 2024 Wed Juneteenth All Day All Branches Closing Jun 19 2024 Wed Closing Juneteenth All Day Branches: Central Library, Brightwood Branch, East Forest Park Branch, East Springfield Branch, Forest Park Branch, Indian Orchard Branch, Library Express at Pine Point, Mason Square Branch, Sixteen Acres Branch, Off Site, Online, Special Events Description: Closed for the holiday
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu Circle Time Fun 10:30am - 11:30am Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu Circle Time Fun 10:30am - 11:30am Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Event Details: Join us for songs, rhymes and a story or two at Circle Time Fun. Come join us for education fun and learning at a librarian facilitated playgroup! An adult must accompany and consistently supervise children. No registration required, just drop in. Birth to 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu An Evening with Mercury Stardust - Online 7:00pm - 8:00pm Online Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu An Evening with Mercury Stardust - Online 7:00pm - 8:00pm Online Library Location: Online Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community Events, Book Groups & Reading Event Details: From TikTok stardom to full-blown author, join us virtually on June 20th at 7:00 PM as we welcome famous trans handywoman, Mercury Stardust! Disclaimer(s) Registration Required Registration for this event is required.
This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 22 2024 Sat Discover Painted Tiles 1:00pm - 3:00pm Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 22 2024 Sat Discover Painted Tiles 1:00pm - 3:00pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Room: SA Community Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Design your own tile using stencils and paint on a ceramic tile. You can also bring your own stencil for a four inch tile or free hand a design!
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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon Mobile Farmers Market 1:30pm - 2:30pm Sixteen Acres 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon Mobile Farmers Market 1:30pm - 2:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Community Events, Food & Cooking Event Details: The Mobile Farmers Market is back. The colorful truck will be making a weekly stop every other Monday. The Farmers Market truck brings affordable, fresh fruits and vegetables to local neighborhoods.
This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon Discover Stuffed Animal Sleepover 3:30pm - 4:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon Discover Stuffed Animal Sleepover 3:30pm - 4:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Event Details: Bring your favorite doll or stuffed animal, and join us for stories and a snack. Dolls and stuffed animals are welcome to stay in the library overnight for some summer 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 "Adults" group. Jun 25 2024 Tue Ask a Law Librarian 1:00pm - 2:00pm Online Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 25 2024 Tue Ask a Law Librarian 1:00pm - 2:00pm Online Library Location: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group. Jun 25 2024 Tue Home City Families Playgroup 1:30pm - 2:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Jun 25 2024 Tue Home City Families Playgroup 1:30pm - 2:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Room: SA Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Event Details: Parents and their children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and activities! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. 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. Jun 26 2024 Wed Knot Just Knitters 1:00pm - 2:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 26 2024 Wed Knot Just Knitters 1:00pm - 2:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group. Jun 27 2024 Thu Circle Time Fun 10:30am - 11:30am Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Jun 27 2024 Thu Circle Time Fun 10:30am - 11:30am Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Event Details: Join us for songs, rhymes and a story or two at Circle Time Fun. Come join us for education fun and learning at a librarian facilitated playgroup! An adult must accompany and consistently supervise children. No registration required, just drop in. Birth to 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 27 2024 Thu Tom Knight Musical Puppet Show "Library Boogie" 11:00am - 12:00pm Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 27 2024 Thu Tom Knight Musical Puppet Show "Library Boogie" 11:00am - 12:00pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Performances Event Details: Move and groove with Tom Knight, in this fun, interactive puppet show about all things library! Tom will have you out of your seat and rockin' away, and humming tunes long after you've gone home. 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. Jun 27 2024 Thu Black Authors Book Club 12:00pm - 1:30pm Online Registration Open Registration Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 27 2024 Thu Black Authors Book Club 12:00pm - 1:30pm Online Registration Open Library Location: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Registration Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Please join us online via Zoom once a month to discuss a book of your choice by any Black author in the assigned genre for that month. Reading is a powerful tool - this virtual reading club is an opportunity for understanding and unity. Disclaimer(s) Registration Optional Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.