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 Dec 5 2025 Fri Read with Henry the Rabbit 4:00pm–5:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens East Springfield Branch 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 Dec 5 2025 Fri Read with Henry the Rabbit 4:00pm–5:00pm East Springfield Branch Library Location: East Springfield Branch Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Come read with the softest and most cuddly rabbit, Henry! Reading aloud improves literacy skills and builds confidence. Open to early and experienced readers 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 6 2025 Sat Read with Duchess the Dog 1:00pm–2:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Children Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 6 2025 Sat Read with Duchess the Dog 1:00pm–2:00pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Room: Children's Room 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! 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 Dec 8 2025 Mon We Love a Good Book Club 12:00pm–1:00pm Adults East Springfield Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 8 2025 Mon We Love a Good Book Club 12:00pm–1:00pm East Springfield Branch Library Location: East Springfield Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Join our Any Book Club and share your recent reads. Bring a book you have read to discuss with the group monthly. Did you find the book appealing or appalling? Coffee, tea, and refreshments will be provided.
This event is in the "Children" group Dec 8 2025 Mon Silent Book Club Junior 3:30pm–4:30pm Children Brightwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group Dec 8 2025 Mon Silent Book Club Junior 3:30pm–4:30pm Brightwood Branch Library Location: Brightwood Branch Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Join us to share monthly seasonal readings in a quiet, comfortable environment.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 8 2025 Mon Silent Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults Central Library Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 8 2025 Mon Silent Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Central Library Registration Open Library Location: Central Library Room: Rice Hall Age Group: Teens, 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 "Adults" group Dec 9 2025 Tue Afterthoughts Book Discussion Group 12:00pm–1:00pm Adults Online Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 9 2025 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 Dec 10 2025 Wed Online - Inclusive & Diverse Romance Book Recommendations with Read My Lips Boston 6:00pm–6:30pm Adults Online Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Online - Inclusive & Diverse Romance Book Recommendations with Read My Lips Boston 6:00pm–6:30pm Online Library Location: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: **PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email.** Disclaimer(s) Registration Required Registration for this event is required due to space constraints.
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Silent Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults East Forest Park Branch Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 12 2025 Fri Winter Celebration 2:00pm–4:00pm Children, Adults Brightwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 12 2025 Fri Winter Celebration 2:00pm–4:00pm Brightwood Branch Library Location: Brightwood Branch Age Group: Children, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Family gathering to celebrate Winterland
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Romance Book Club 10:00am–11:00am Adults Online Registration Open Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Romance Book Club 10:00am–11:00am Online Registration Open Library Location: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Registration Required 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 optional. Please register if you would like to receive an automated reminder.
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Queer Book Club 12:30pm–1:30pm Adults Off Site Registration Open Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 13 2025 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: Discover Queer Book Club! A monthly club for reading queer books of various genres. Read one of the 4 book options and meet us at Monsoon's cafe for coffee or lunch to discuss. Adults 18+. 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 "Children" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Silent Book Club Junior 3:30pm–4:30pm Children Brightwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Silent Book Club Junior 3:30pm–4:30pm Brightwood Branch Library Location: Brightwood Branch Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Join us to share monthly seasonal readings in a quiet, comfortable environment.
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Raymond Jordan Senior Center Book Club 10:00am–11:00am Adults Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Raymond Jordan Senior Center Book Club 10:00am–11:00am Off Site Library Location: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Come join us for a book club at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center! Love to read? If so, then meet us at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center for our monthly Book Club, where we delve into the heart of historical fiction, non-fiction, and even memoir. Adults 18+
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 18 2025 Thu The Any Book Club 10:00am–12:00pm Adults East Forest Park Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 18 2025 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 "Adults" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Local History Club 11:00am–12:00pm Adults East Forest Park Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Local History Club 11:00am–12:00pm East Forest Park Branch Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading, Civic Engagement Event Details: Are you interested in Springfield's history? This group is for those who are familiar with its history along with those who are looking to learn about it. Discussions will be about the people, events, and buildings of Springfield.
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 Dec 19 2025 Fri Read with Henry the Rabbit 4:00pm–5:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens East Springfield Branch 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 Dec 19 2025 Fri Read with Henry the Rabbit 4:00pm–5:00pm East Springfield Branch Library Location: East Springfield Branch Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Come read with the softest and most cuddly rabbit, Henry! Reading aloud improves literacy skills and builds confidence. Open to early and experienced readers 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 "Children" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Silent Book Club Junior 3:30pm–4:30pm Children Brightwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Silent Book Club Junior 3:30pm–4:30pm Brightwood Branch Library Location: Brightwood Branch Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Join us to share monthly seasonal readings in a quiet, comfortable environment.
Dec 24 2025 Wed Christmas Eve All Day All Branches Closing Dec 24 2025 Wed Closing Christmas Eve 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
Dec 25 2025 Thu Christmas Day All Day All Branches Closing Dec 25 2025 Thu Closing Christmas Day 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 "Children" group Dec 29 2025 Mon Silent Book Club Junior 3:30pm–4:30pm Children Brightwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group Dec 29 2025 Mon Silent Book Club Junior 3:30pm–4:30pm Brightwood Branch Library Location: Brightwood Branch Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Join us to share monthly seasonal readings in a quiet, comfortable environment.
Dec 31 2025 Wed New Year's Eve 5:00pm–11:45pm All Branches Closing Dec 31 2025 Wed Closing New Year's Eve 5:00pm–11:45pm 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: All libraries close at 5 pm for the holiday.
Jan 1 2026 Thu New Year's Day All Day All Branches Closing Jan 1 2026 Thu Closing New Year's Day 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 This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Read with Henry the Rabbit 4:00pm–5:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens East Springfield Branch 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 Jan 2 2026 Fri Read with Henry the Rabbit 4:00pm–5:00pm East Springfield Branch Library Location: East Springfield Branch Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Come read with the softest and most cuddly rabbit, Henry! Reading aloud improves literacy skills and builds confidence. Open to early and experienced readers 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Read with Duchess the Dog 1:00pm–2:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Children Sixteen Acres Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Read with Duchess the Dog 1:00pm–2:00pm Sixteen Acres Branch Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Room: Children's Room 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! 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.
