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DSA 101

12:00pm–1:00pm
Forest Park Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: FP Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Introducing River Valley Democratic Socialists of America to interested members of the public.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Read the World Book Club

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Indian Orchard Branch
Library Location: Indian Orchard Branch
Room: IO Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:

Travel the world this summer through a good book! Join us for a new book club at the Indian Orchard Branch where we'll explore books that take you places. We meet at noon on the 4th Saturday of the month. Light refreshments will be provided.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Jewelry Making Workshop: Bracelets and Earrings

12:00pm–2:00pm
Teens
Forest Park Branch
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: Program Den
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Design and create your own bracelet and pair of earrings! Choose from a wide array of beads and charms to create unique pieces of jewelry. Try out using specialized tools for jewelry making and learn the basic skills!

Become A First Time Home Buyer!

12:00pm–2:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: EFP Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Free first-time home buyers program

This event is in the "Children" group

ABC BINGO

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Groups & Reading, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for ABC Bingo at the Sixteen Acres Branch! Little ones can practice their letters in a fun bingo game with prizes for all participants. Then, make a special craft. Activity and prizes recommended for ages 3-6.  

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
Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness, Teen Wellness 2025
Event Details:

Come hear from a dynamic panel of speakers of color about their experiences living on the autism spectrum.  Let's raise awareness about autism and neurodivergence in communities of color.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Optional

Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Writers' Workshop

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Central Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

This writing workshop will help creative writers looking to build community and improve their writing skills through prompts presented in a variety of learning styles.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Optional

Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.

This event is in the "Tweens" group

Tween RPG Club

1:30pm–4:00pm
Tweens
Central Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for epic adventures, intriguing puzzles, and general hilarity in Tween RPG Club! Each month, we'll try out a different table top roleplaying game - building worlds, telling stories, and making friends along the way!

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Registration for this event is required due to space constraints. 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group

Home City Families Playgroup

10:30am–11:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Indian Orchard Branch
Library Location: Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
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.

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

Home City Families Gross Motor Playgroup

1:30pm–2:30pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: EFP Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:

Calling all parents with young children! We invite you along with your child for a fun filled hour of gross motor fun to develop physical abilities.

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
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Monday Funday

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Tweens
Central Library
Library Location: Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Find out how fun Monday afternoons can be! Join us this summer for a different Monday Funday activity each week. We'll play, build, craft, and create! Recommended for children ages 6 and up.
 

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

Code Builders 2.0

2:00pm–4:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: 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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Level Up Jewelry Workshop - Clay

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We’ll provide all the supplies for you to create your own jewelry pieces, unique to your artistic vision. Make your own game-inspired clay bracelet charm or choose your own design. Add beads to finish your project.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Snack Attack!

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children, Tweens
Forest Park Branch
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: Program Den
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Food & Cooking, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Looking to add something new to your after-school snack cookbook? Kids can learn how to make fun and interesting snacks at the Forest Park Library! Every other week in the summer. Ideal for children 10 and up.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: EFP Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

The journey to financial success and business growth begins with knowledge and access to the right resources. For many Spanish-speaking business owners and households, language barriers can make these opportunities harder to reach.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Western Mass Writers Meetup

6:00pm–7:45pm
Teens, Adults
Central Library
Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Join the Western Mass Writers Guild for our monthly meeting at the Springfield Library. Writers of all skill levels are welcome to attend. Meetings include writing “sprints,” idea collaboration and general camaraderie.

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

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:

Come listen to your new favorite stories and songs followed by free play with new pals!

Held every Tuesday morning. Geared toward toddlers ages 3 and under with their grown-ups!

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

Home City Families Playgroup

10:30am–11:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Forest Park Branch
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
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.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group

Stompers Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
Babies & Toddlers
Central Library
Library Location: Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:

Join us for a silly and fun toddler storytime on Tuesday mornings. We'll read, sing, and play with toys together. Geared towards toddlers, older 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 "Children" group

Big Kid Storytime

11:30am–12:00pm
Children
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday for Big Kid Storytime to enjoy stories and songs that are well suited for kids ages 4-6, with their grown ups!

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

12:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
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
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Art Display: Bill Ferro's Works

07/01/2025 @ 12:00pm–07/31/2025 @ 5:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Event Details:

Visit the Sixteen Acres Branch to view a display of art works from local artist and photographer, Bill Ferro.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Ask a Law Librarian

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Online
Virtual Event
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 "Babies & Toddlers" group

Home City Families Playgroup

1:30pm–2:30pm
Babies & Toddlers
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch
Room: SA Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
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.