Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Silhouettes of six figures dancing on a stage with a vibrant orange background.

Shadow, Sound, Spectacle Presents: Literary Monsters

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
EFP Community Room at East Forest Park Branch

Program Type:

Community Events, Performances

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: EFP Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Performances
Event Details:

Part concert, part puppet show, part ghost story. This 50-minute multimedia performance reimagines classic literary monsters through queer, musical shadow theater and features a world premiere video.

A black and white photo of a woman sitting at an audio mixer.

the Music Makers - Stella Silbert

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
East Forest Park Branch

Program Type:

Computers & Technology, Performances

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Performances
Event Details:

An evening of music and conversation with local emerging artists!

Paint brushes and paint jars filled with paint against a painted canvas background

Decoupage Graveyard Jar Luminary

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
SA Community Room at Sixteen Acres Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch
Room: SA Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create a haunted glowing graveyard in a jar. Use it as household décor, a Halloween feast centerpiece, or on your trick or treat table

A selection of various colored stones and crystals on a cream tablecloth

Crystals 101 Workshop

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
CL Community Room at Central Library

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

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

Learn the basics about crystal energy, how to use them, cleanse them, and program them. Program includes a guided meditation and a tumbled stone for each participant to take home. For Adults 18+. 

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Nutrition Series: Vegetables and Beans on a Vegan/Vegetarian Diet

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
MS Community Room at Mason Square Branch

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Location: Mason Square Branch
Room: MS Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Join us at the Mason Square Branch for a series of nutrition classes led by Nutrition Coordinator Abigail Killian of Western Mass Food Bank. In this SNAP-Ed funded class, you will learn about fruits, vegetables, and beans.

Arts and crafts supplies. Colored pencils, colored paper, and cutting tools

DIY Rustic Fall Designs for Wood or Fabric

Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
IO Community Room at Indian Orchard Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
Library Location: Indian Orchard Branch
Room: IO Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us in making Rustic Fall Crafts with your choice of wood slices or cotton drawstring bags as your canvas!  While supplies last, refreshments will be available.

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Bizgrow: Legal Advice and Expo for Small Business

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Wellman Hall at Central Library

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops, Community Events, Work & Careers

Age Group:

Adults
Library Location: Central Library
Room: Wellman Hall
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Community Events, Work & Careers
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling current and aspiring small business owners!

Lawyers for Civil Rights are holding their second annual Western Mass BizGrow event!

Herbs and bottles of essential oils

Body Balm Workshop

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MS Community Room at Mason Square Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Nourish your skin naturally! Delve into the world of carrier oils, essential oils, and beeswax as we guide you through this exciting session. Discover the properties of each ingredient and learn how to incorporate them into your very own blend.

A neon illustration of the artist Astrowavez sitting in a throne.

the Music Makers - Astrowavez

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
EFP Community Room at East Forest Park Branch

Program Type:

Computers & Technology, Performances

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: EFP Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Performances
Event Details:

An evening of music and conversation with local emerging artists!

Multicolored embroidery thread arranged in a heart shape

Visible Mending Workshop

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
CL Community Room at Central Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

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

Join us to learn the basics of visual mending!  The workshop will focus on the beginner skills of how to repair and maintain clothing. You are welcome to bring an item or two to mend as we get to slow down and create together.

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Indigenous Peoples' Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
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

Mobile Farmers Market

3:00pm–3:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
East Springfield Branch
Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Food & Cooking
Event Details:

The Mobile Farmers Market is back.  The colorful truck will be making a weekly stop on Wednesdays.  The Farmers Market truck brings affordable, fresh fruits and vegetables to local neighborhoods. 

Spice Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Central Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: Central Library
Room: Rice Hall
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to find inspiration in the kitchen and meet community members who enjoy cooking? Join our new Spice Club.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Optional

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

Community Coffee Hour

10:15am–11:15am
Adults
Forest Park Branch
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: FP Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Community Events, Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Come enjoy a cup of coffee, tea, and other light refreshments with your neighbors!

Mobile Farmers Market

3:00pm–3:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
East Springfield Branch
Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Food & Cooking
Event Details:

The Mobile Farmers Market is back.  The colorful truck will be making a weekly stop on Wednesdays.  The Farmers Market truck brings affordable, fresh fruits and vegetables to local neighborhoods. 

Microwave Meals

3:15pm–4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Forest Park Branch
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: Program Den
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community Events, Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Hungry after school? Not sure what to make? Come learn easy microwave recipes with simple ingredients!

Celebrity Cookbook Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Forest Park Branch
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: Program Den
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Groups & Reading, Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Each month we'll read a celebrity cookbook and meet to discuss and review recipes! Bring a dish from the cookbook for everyone to sample. 

September: The Tucci table by Stanley Tucci

October: Trejo's Cantina by Danny Trejo

Teen Paint and Sip

1:00pm–2:30pm
Tweens, Teens
East Springfield Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food & Cooking, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy afternoon of art! Paint your own masterpiece, while you enjoy a warm hot cocoa or tea. Keep your painting for your space, or gift it to someone special!

Open to teens 12-19.  

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Optional

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

Mobile Farmers Market

3:00pm–3:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
East Springfield Branch
Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Food & Cooking
Event Details:

The Mobile Farmers Market is back.  The colorful truck will be making a weekly stop on Wednesdays.  The Farmers Market truck brings affordable, fresh fruits and vegetables to local neighborhoods. 

Community Coffee Hour

10:15am–11:15am
Adults
Forest Park Branch
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: FP Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Community Events, Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Come enjoy a cup of coffee, tea, and other light refreshments with your neighbors!

Mobile Farmers Market

3:00pm–3:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
East Springfield Branch
Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Food & Cooking
Event Details:

The Mobile Farmers Market is back.  The colorful truck will be making a weekly stop on Wednesdays.  The Farmers Market truck brings affordable, fresh fruits and vegetables to local neighborhoods. 

Spice Club

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to find inspiration in the kitchen and meet community members who enjoy cooking? Join our new Spice Club.

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Space

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

Registration Optional

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

Nutrition Series: Vegetables and Beans on a Vegan/Vegetarian Diet

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Mason Square Branch
Library Location: Mason Square Branch
Room: MS Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Join us at the Mason Square Branch for a series of nutrition classes led by Nutrition Coordinator Abigail Killian of Western Mass Food Bank. In this SNAP-Ed funded class, you will learn about fruits, vegetables, and beans.

First Friday Feasts for Teens

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:

The FIRST Friday of every month, we will offer a feast for the teens. Each month will have a theme:

*September -Pajamas (appropriate, please!) and Pancakes

*October - Board Games and Brownies. Play board games, eat brownies. 

Teen Paint and Sip

1:00pm–2:30pm
Tweens, Teens
East Springfield Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food & Cooking, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy afternoon of art! Paint your own masterpiece, while you enjoy a warm hot cocoa or tea. Keep your painting for your space, or gift it to someone special!

Open to teens 12-19.  

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Optional

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

Veterans Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
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

Mobile Farmers Market

3:00pm–3:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
East Springfield Branch
Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Food & Cooking
Event Details:

The Mobile Farmers Market is back.  The colorful truck will be making a weekly stop on Wednesdays.  The Farmers Market truck brings affordable, fresh fruits and vegetables to local neighborhoods. 

Microwave Meals

3:15pm–4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Forest Park Branch
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: Program Den
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community Events, Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Hungry after school? Not sure what to make? Come learn easy microwave recipes with simple ingredients! 

Spice Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Central Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: Central Library
Room: Rice Hall
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to find inspiration in the kitchen and meet community members who enjoy cooking? Join our new Spice Club.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Optional

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

Community Coffee Hour

10:15am–11:15am
Adults
Forest Park Branch
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: FP Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Community Events, Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Come enjoy a cup of coffee, tea, and other light refreshments with your neighbors!

Mobile Farmers Market

3:00pm–3:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
East Springfield Branch
Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Food & Cooking
Event Details:

The Mobile Farmers Market is back.  The colorful truck will be making a weekly stop on Wednesdays.  The Farmers Market truck brings affordable, fresh fruits and vegetables to local neighborhoods. 

No Cooking Cooking Class: Snacks Edition

3:30pm–4:45pm
Teens
Central Library
Library Location: Central Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us as we learn how to make a variety of sweet and savory snacks that require no cooking. Try each food as we cook together, and learn safe kitchen practices.

This class is open to teens 14-20.

Mobile Farmers Market

3:00pm–3:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
East Springfield Branch
Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Food & Cooking
Event Details:

The Mobile Farmers Market is back.  The colorful truck will be making a weekly stop on Wednesdays.  The Farmers Market truck brings affordable, fresh fruits and vegetables to local neighborhoods. 

Microwave Meals

3:15pm–4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Forest Park Branch
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: Program Den
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community Events, Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Hungry after school? Not sure what to make? Come learn easy microwave recipes with simple ingredients!