Upcoming Events

Featured Events

The T-birds mascot Boomer and player Drew Callin (#77) host a storytime for kids at the Sixteen Acres branch in 2023

Boomer's Book Club: Read with the Thunderbirds!

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Room at East Forest Park Branch

Program Type:

Storytimes & Playgroups

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:

The Springfield Thunderbirds are going on tour at Springfield City Library! Join us for a special storytime and hockey-themed activities with T-birds players and our favorite mascot, Boomer. Great for families.

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First-time Home Buyer Information Session

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
CL Community Room at Central Library

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Adults
Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to get on the path to homeownership with Dawn Creighton of Liberty Bank and Araceli Rivera of Wayfinders!

Vibrant picture of silicone spatulas, slotted spoons, and turners

Sourdough Starter with Sourdough Brandon

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
IO Community Room at Indian Orchard Branch

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking

Age Group:

Adults
Library Location: Indian Orchard Branch
Room: IO Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make, maintain, and store a sourdough starter with this free workshop. You'll even leave with some of Brandon's sourdough starter! Register here to reserve your place.

Photograph of young children interacting with a large drum.

Little Notes Pop Up Class with the Community Music School of Springfield

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
East Springfield Branch

Program Type:

Storytimes & Playgroups

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers
Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:

Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!

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Acrylic Paint Pour

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
MS Community Room at Mason Square Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Location: Mason Square Branch
Room: MS Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us at the Mason Square Branch and make a fluid art masterpiece!

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Help Us Package Seeds for Our New Seed Libraries!

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
CL Community Room at Central Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, Community Events, Gardening & Outdoors

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, Community Events, Gardening & Outdoors
Registration Required
Event Details:

In 2026, the Springfield City Library is adding a seed library to every branch! But we need your help - we received a large donation of seeds and need to repackage them from our vendor packets into individual portions.

Photograph of children with diverse abilities experiencing musical instruments.

Adaptive Music Pop Up Class For Disabled and Neurodivergent Children and Their Caregivers

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Library

Program Type:

Storytimes & Playgroups

Age Group:

Children
Library Location: Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!

The T-birds mascot Boomer and player Drew Callin (#77) host a storytime for kids at the Sixteen Acres branch in 2023

Boomer's Book Club: Read with the Thunderbirds!

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch

Program Type:

Storytimes & Playgroups

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:

The Springfield Thunderbirds are going on tour at Springfield City Library! Join us for a special storytime and hockey-themed activities with T-birds players and our favorite mascot, Boomer. Great for families.

Books & Brew at White Lion Brewing Company

Books & Brew at White Lion Brewing

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Book Groups & Reading

Age Group:

Adults
Library Location: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Groups & Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join a lively discussion with other book lovers and growth-minded individuals, and enjoy your favorite brew, too!

Photograph of Community Drum and Dance instructors from the Community Music School of Springfield

Community Dance & Drum with the Community Music School of Springfield

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Express at Pine Point

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Library Location: Library Express at Pine Point
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!

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Little Notes Pop Up Class with the Community Music School of Springfield

11:30am–12:30pm
Babies & Toddlers
East Springfield Branch
Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:

Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!

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.

Limited Space

Space is limited and participation will available on a first come, first served basis. 

Knot Just Knitters

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
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.

Lego Freestyle Club

1:00pm–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:

Attention LEGO enthusiasts! All are invited to drop in for our freestyle Lego Building Club. Make new friends and browse our library's many LEGO-themed books. Have the freedom to build using your imagination.

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.

Home City Families Playgroup

1:30pm–2:30pm
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

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.

LEGO Challenge

3:00pm–4:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
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.

Calm Coloring

3:15pm–4:45pm
Tweens, Teens
Forest Park Branch
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: Program Den
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come to the Forest Park Library to color in a calm environment. We've got a wide array of options from crayons to acrylic markers. Enjoy quiet music and snacks, talking is optional. Every other Friday afternoon. 

Meal in a Mug

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Indian Orchard Branch
Library Location: Indian Orchard Branch
Room: IO Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Food & Cooking, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

We'll supply the recipe, all the tools needed, and the ingredients. You put it all together to make a Meal in a Mug. Recipes will vary between sweet desserts and savory main dishes. For ages 12-18. 

Romance Book Club

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Online
Registration Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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.

Read Aloud with DST- Non-Library Event

10:00am–12:00pm
Central Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Read Aloud, celebrating and encouraging reading to youth

Babywearing Basics: A Hands-On Workshop

11:15am–12:15pm
Babies & Toddlers, Adults
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: EFP Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Join Springfield Family Doula Services for a one-hour, interactive babywearing workshop designed to help parents and caregivers feel confident, safe, and supported. In this session, you will:

Seed Library Launch Party: Macrame Hanging Planters

12:00pm–2:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Forest Park Branch
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: Program Den
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, Gardening & Outdoors
Event Details:

Come learn to make your own macrame hanging planter in preparation for the launch of Springfield City Library's seed library! 

Candle Making Workshop: A Creative & Relaxing Craft

12:00pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults
East Springfield Branch
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Cozy crafting with friends from your community.

Unwind and get creative at our Candle Making Workshop! This hands-on class teaches you the art of crafting candles. You will learn how to blend popular fragrance oils to create your own unique scent profile.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Registration for this event is required due to space constraints. 

Acrylic Paint Pour

12:30pm–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Mason Square Branch
Library Location: Mason Square Branch
Room: MS Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us at the Mason Square Branch and make a fluid art masterpiece!

Play Reading

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

Play reading

DDHC Postcard Writing Event

12:30pm–3:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: EFP Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Writing postcards to swing states for upcoming Nov elections.

Help Us Package Seeds for Our New Seed Libraries!

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

In 2026, the Springfield City Library is adding a seed library to every branch! But we need your help - we received a large donation of seeds and need to repackage them from our vendor packets into individual portions.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Optional

Registration for this event is optional. Please register if you would like to receive an automated reminder.

Adaptive Music Pop Up Class For Disabled and Neurodivergent Children and Their Caregivers

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children
Central Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!

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.

Limited Space

Space is limited and participation will available on a first come, first served basis. 

Open Sew

All Day
Adults
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. 

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.

Ready, Set, Go! 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

Join us for some gross motor fun to develop children's physical abilities! 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.

Code Builders 2.0

2:00pm–4:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
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.

Boomer's Book Club: Read with the Thunderbirds!

3:30pm–4:30pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:

The Springfield Thunderbirds are going on tour at Springfield City Library! Join us for a special storytime and hockey-themed activities with T-birds players and our favorite mascot, Boomer. Great for families.

Silent Book Club Junior

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children
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.

Teen Writing Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Central Library
Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Creative writing club for teens who love to write or want to try it out. Share your original poems, short stories, novels, and more; receive feedback on your work; and do fun writing activities! Snacks and notebooks provided.