Week Calendar

Spend Tuesday mornings this summer in the sunshine with your new favorite stories. Aimed at children ages 3-5, but siblings of all ages are welcome. Storytime will be held on the patio near the parking lot, don't forget your sunscreen! 

Join us for books, songs, and playtime specifically designed for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for families with children under three years old.

No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.

"Circle time" is not only a fun experience for your child but also a great way to be ready for preschool and kindergarten. Be sure to browse our extensive collection of children's books and multimedia before or after the program!

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.

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.

Birds of Prey, or raptors, are terrific hunters and possess keen eyesight and hearing.

Come to a special experience for pre-readers and practiced readers of all ages! Our guests Megan and her certified therapy dog Cadence will read some relaxing stories with you.

Stop by to learn about Job Corps. Job Corps is a free residential and job training program that helps both young adults as well as adults of any age who have a disability to gain employment.

In more than 300 columns for the Springfield Republican, Robert Chipkin, editor, columnist and humorist, adopted the voice of his golden retriever, Theo.

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. 

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. 

Ask a Law Librarian is a virtual drop-in program for anyone looking for legal research help. This service assists people looking for information on specific forms, laws, and other legal resources.

Senator Jake Oliveira's monthly office hour, first Tuesday of the month, at the East Forest Park Branch.

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.

Owls are a species of bird specially adapted for nocturnal hunting, yet most of our understanding of owls has been influenced by folklore and popular culture.

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.

Come and join us every Wednesday for a bilingual story time in the English and Spanish languages: songs, rhymes, stories, and crafts. Make friends and enjoy snacks. 

Ages 1-5 / Edades 1-5

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.

Open to adult and teen chess players of all abilities, from complete beginners to the more advanced. Play for learning or for friendly competitive play. Just come for fun!

No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.

What is active listening? Learn this valuable communication skill. This free hour-long workshop will be led by certified active listener instructor Stacy Pringle. Perfect for workers, managers, and job-seekers.

If you love collaborative storytelling and role-playing, join the Tabletop RPG Club! We'll be playing Dungeons & Dragons, Blades in the Dark, Powered by the Apocalypse games, and more.

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.

Bring the video game to life! Get up out of your seat as you race your good friends around the board and compete in mini-games to see who is worthy to be the Super Star! 

Grades 8-12

Are you interested in learning how to sew, or maybe just want to brush up your skills? Drop-in for our weekly studio session.

On Fridays we will play Mario Cart, Mario Party and Super Smash Bros Ultimate, on our brand new Switch. 2-4pm.

It's time to start the weekend with some games! We will have board games, puzzles, legos, and crafts available! 

Can you beat a librarian at Jenga or Uno? We're guessing, the answer is "yes" ;) 

Join us Monday afternoons this summer for a different Monday Funday activity each week! We'll play, build, craft, and create! Geared for children ages 5 and up. 

This week we are making Ice Cream!

Every Monday we'll have art supplies and crafting supplies available for teens to create a project in the teen room or take home to complete there. Teens 12-19 welcome.

Legos are back! Join other LEGO Questers in building our Quest of the week, or build your own. For ages 5 and up.

If you are looking for a welcoming place to be after school, look no further. Get inspired by using a wide array of art and writing materials as well as board games. Enjoy the company of others or grab a quiet space for some precious alone time.

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. 

Come and learn all about the hobby of letterboxing! This is a hobby that combines art, treasure hunting, and clue breaking!

Stop by the Forest Park Branch Library on Wednesday afternoons for some gaming fun! Play a board game, a card game, or even a game on our Nintendo Switch! For ages 11-18. 

Join us Saturday afternoons for an all ages, themed family storytime. Each week we'll read books, get silly, and do an activity, all about a special theme. Costumes and toys are encouraged!

This Saturday's theme is Royalty! 

Join Meg as we do a different craft every week on Wednesday afternoons. Tissue Paper Painting, Watercolor painting, finger painting, and floral book marks are some of the crafts we will be exploring.

Join us every Wednesday evening for games, crafts, snacks, and conversation. Come hang out in our big comfy chairs and wind down with a friend. 

For teens 13+

Want to learn to code! Do you like video games, robotics, and website design or just think it's neat. Come to Fiero Code Club to learn the basics of computer programing and all the skills needed to become a master coder.

Join a lively discussion with other book lovers, and enjoy your favorite brew too. Books & Brew meets in person at Nathan Bill's Restaurant in Springfield. First Wednesday of each month | Adults 21+

Twist and Shout! Take a trip back to the Sixties with music by the Fab Four and other British Invasion bands that left a mark on world music. In the Mason Square Library Discovery Garden. Bring a lawn chair and picnic if you'd like.