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Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Special Events
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.
May-Sep
2023
Middle Earth Walking Challenge
All Day 5/1 - 9/30
Special Events
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Library Location:
Special Events
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Now is your chance to help Bilbo cross Middle Earth by walking from The Shire to The Lonely Mountain to steal from the fearsome dragon Smaug. Can you walk 950 miles to complete the adventure?
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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.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Special Events
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jun-Aug
2023
Discover Your Summer Reading Challenge
All Day 6/20 - 8/26
Special Events
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Library Location:
Special Events
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading,
Event Details:
Discover YOUR Summer at the Springfield City Library. Learn a skill. Be crafty. Find your passion. Attend free concerts and fun-filled events; or just read a good book! Win prizes for participation.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Little Library Post Office
All Day 8/1 - 8/31
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Event Details:
The children's room at Central Library is turning into a Little Library Post Office this August! Stop by to write and send your very own letter. We'll provide stationary, envelopes, stamps, and even blank postcards you can draw on.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Tweens,
Teens,
All Ages
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Aug
10
2023
Thu
DIY Bookmarks
All Day
Sixteen Acres Branch
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Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Craft your own unique bookmarks to keep your place a you read. Style 1 - Use photosensitive paper to play with the idea of light and shadow. (While supplies last) Style 2 - Choose two colors to create a chevron bookmark
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Reservation
Brightwood Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Brightwood Branch
Room:
BW Community Room
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
7
2023
Mon
Home City Families: Family Storytime
10:30am - 11:30am
Indian Orchard Branch
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Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Join us for stories, songs, movement, fingerplays, a craft and playtime.
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.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
8
2023
Tue
Sunshine Storytime
10:30am - 11:30am
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Children's Storytime Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
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!
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.
Babies & Toddlers
Central Library
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Aug
8
2023
Tue
Wee Ones: Storytime and Playgroup
10:30am - 11:30am
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Storytime plays an important role in building early literacy and social skills.
Join us for books, songs, and playtime specifically designed for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for families with children under three years old.
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.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
9
2023
Wed
Home City Families: Gross Motor Playgroup
10:30am - 11:30am
Mason Square Branch
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Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
MS Community Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us for stories, songs, movement, fingerplays, a craft and playtime.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
10
2023
Thu
The Any Book Club
10:00am - 11:30am
East Forest Park Branch
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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. Those who enjoy adult fiction will feel especially at home, but all adult readers are welcomed.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Cancelled
Children
Central Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
10
2023
Thu
Cancelled
Jump n' Jam Storytime
10:30am - 11:15am
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Storytime is the perfect way to spend your Thursday! We'll jump and dance and laugh the morning away—and of course, hear lots of awesome stories! Jump n' Jam Storytime is geared toward ages 3-5, but all are 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.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
10
2023
Thu
Circle Time Fun
10:30am - 11:30am
Sixteen Acres Branch
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Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us for songs, rhymes and a story or two at Circle Time Fun.
"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!
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
11
2023
Fri
Knot Just Knitters
10:00am - 11:30am
East Springfield Branch
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Library Location:
East Springfield 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.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Online
At Capacity
Registration
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
12
2023
Sat
Romance Book Club
At Capacity
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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 encouraged, but optional.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Cancelled
Children
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
9
2023
Wed
Cancelled
Splatter Painting
11:30am - 12:30pm
Mason Square Branch
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Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Create abstract masterpieces... by throwing, dripping, or splashing paint at the canvas! This creative (and cathartic) event is aimed at children and their families, but all ages are welcome.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
8
2023
Tue
Afterthoughts Book Discussion Group
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:
A traditional book discussion group where everyone reads and discusses the same book. Join us!
This month's book selection:
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Reservation
Mason Square Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
MS Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
Peer Support For Persons suffering Amputation
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Reservation
Mason Square Branch
Aug
12
2023
Sat
Springfield Neighborhood Investment Plan Community Solutions Meeting
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
MS Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
This community meeting will engage residents in Mason Square and Maple High-Six Corners in the Springfield Neighborhood Investment plan process. We will share feedback, prioritized solutions and next steps in the Investment Planning process.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
12
2023
Sat
Write-Up Springfield
12:30pm - 2:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Creative writers of all types are invited to Write-Up Springfield's monthly meeting of networking, writing exercise, and sharing. Led by Tara Dasso and Kateri M. Walsh, these hands-on workshops are a chance to hone your skill and hear from other western Massachusetts writers on creative writing. Newcomers welcomed! Funding comes from the Friends of the Library and the Massachusetts Cultural Council. 18+
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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.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Sixteen Acres Branch
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.
Aug
7
2023
Mon
Mobile Farmers Market
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
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Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Food & Cooking,
Event Details:
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
8
2023
Tue
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Join us on Zoom every Tuesday from 1-2 pm to ask a Hampden County Law Librarian your legal research questions.
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.
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.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Central Library
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.
Aug
8
2023
Tue
Reptile Show of New England
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Performances,
Event Details:
Welcome to the wonderful world of reptiles! Learn about the nature and life of these beautiful creatures from professional herpetologists in a fun, safe environment. For ages 5 and up.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
8
2023
Tue
Home City Families Playgroup
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Join us for stories, songs, movement, fingerplays, a craft and playtime.
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.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
8
2023
Tue
Knot Just Knitters
1:30pm - 3:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
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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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
9
2023
Wed
Knot Just Knitters
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
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Library Location:
Sixteen Acres 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.
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 "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Brightwood Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
9
2023
Wed
Bilingual Playgroup
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Brightwood Branch
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Library Location:
Brightwood Branch
Room:
BW Community Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Vengan y participen todos los miércoles del programa bilingue en Inglés y Español: Disfruten de cancioncitas, rimas, cuentos, y actividades manuales.
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
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
11
2023
Fri
Knot Just Knitters
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mason Square Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
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.
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
11
2023
Fri
Chess Club
1:00pm - 3:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
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!
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Aug
11
2023
Fri
Not Your Ordinary Coloring Club
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
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Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Want to hang out with other artists? Join our Not Your Ordinary Coloring Club.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
11
2023
Fri
Home City Families Playgroup
1:30pm - 2:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us for stories, songs, movement, fingerplays, a craft and playtime.
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.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
11
2023
Fri
Starting School Storytime
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
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Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us for reassuring stories about the big first day! Ideal for students attending preschool or kindergarten with all children welcome. Children 7 and under must be consistently supervised by an accompanyting adult.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Central Library
At Capacity
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
12
2023
Sat
Tabletop RPG Club
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library
At Capacity
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Event Details:
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
8
2023
Tue
Knot Just Knitters
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Computer Lab
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.
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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.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
East Forest Park Branch
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.
Aug
9
2023
Wed
Code Builders 2.0
2:00pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Technology
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
10
2023
Thu
Lupa Zoo Visit
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
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Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Performances
Event Details:
Friends from the Lupa Zoo will be at the library to share their knowledge of our wonderful animal neighbors. This educational show features a variety of animals. For ages 5+
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
East Forest Park Branch
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.
Aug
10
2023
Thu
Sew Fun! Drop-In
2:00pm - 5:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Are you interested in learning how to sew, or maybe just want to brush up your skills? Drop-in for our weekly studio session.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Aug
11
2023
Fri
(Board) Games and Brownies for all Ages
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
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Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Play board (and Switch) games with friends on this fun Friday! Brownies will be provided while supplies last! Get Your Game On!
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
All Ages
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Aug
11
2023
Fri
Switch Gaming On Fridays
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
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Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Room:
IO Community Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
On Fridays we will play Mario Cart, Mario Party and Super Smash Bros Ultimate, on our brand new Switch. 2-4pm.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Aug
11
2023
Fri
Teen (and Tween!) Gaming Club
2:00pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
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" ;)
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
7
2023
Mon
Monday Funday
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Event Details:
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 Floam!
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Central Library
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
7
2023
Mon
Job Corps Information Table
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Teen Area
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Work & Careers
Event Details:
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Aug
7
2023
Mon
Crafting Mondays
3:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Teen Area
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
8
2023
Tue
Lego Questers
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
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Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Event Details:
Legos are back! Join other LEGO Questers in building our Quest of the week, or build your own. For ages 5 and up.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Aug
8
2023
Tue
Teen Tuesday
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
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Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Aug
8
2023
Tue
Meat-Free Meals for Teens
3:30pm - 5:00pm
Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
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Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
Program Den
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
We're cooking up a storm at Forest Park Library! Do you want to learn cooking skills? Are you looking for ways to eat less meat? Want to try new versions of your favorite foods?
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required due to space constraints.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Tweens
East Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Aug
8
2023
Tue
Tween Cooking Club
3:45pm - 4:45pm
East Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Tweens
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
14
Are you a kid who wants to be more independent and find ways to cook for yourself? Come learn how to make fun meals, drinks, and snacks. For tweens ages 8-11. Pre-registration is required (note: classes with 0 or 1 registrants will be canceled the day before the class).
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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.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
East Springfield Branch
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.
Aug
9
2023
Wed
Mobile Farmers Market
3:00pm - 3:30pm
East Springfield Branch
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Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Aug
9
2023
Wed
Game Day
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
11
2023
Fri
Read with Coach the Therapy Dog
3:00pm - 4:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Health & Wellness,
Storytimes & Playgroups,
Event Details:
Come visit the East Forest Park Library for a Pawsitive experience! Meet Coach, a seven year old Shetland Sheep dog who is a specially trained certified therapy dog.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Central Library
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
12
2023
Sat
Super Saturday Storytime
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
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 Monsters!
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Library Express at Pine Point
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
9
2023
Wed
Candy Sushi
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Express at Pine Point
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Library Location:
Library Express at Pine Point
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
Come to Pine Point to make your own Candy Sushi! We'll use Rice Krispies, Swedish Fish and other candies to make a delicious spin on sushi. Please come to the library with clean hands a sweet tooth!
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.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Indian Orchard Branch
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.
Aug
9
2023
Wed
Wednesday Crafternoons for All Ages
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
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Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Aug
9
2023
Wed
Teen Night
4:00pm - 7:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Games
Event Details:
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+
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Reservation
Mason Square Branch
Aug
10
2023
Thu
Natural Childbirth Education Class
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
MS Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
The purpose of the meeting is to teach families tools to navigate natural labor and birth.
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Reservation
Central Library
Aug
9
2023
Wed
Information Session for New Affordable Housing Opportunity at 31 Elm St Apts
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
Provide information and distribute rental applications for new affordable housing units at 31 Elm St.
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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.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Off Site
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.
Aug
9
2023
Wed
Connecticut River Birding and Nature Walk
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Off Site
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Community Events,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Join us at Riverfront Park as we learn about birding and the ecology of the Connecticut River Watershed with Bill Randolph, a naturalist with the US Fish & Wildlife Service.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Central Library
At Capacity
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Aug
9
2023
Wed
Fiero Code Club
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library
At Capacity
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Computer Lab
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
14
Event Details:
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
9
2023
Wed
Drop-In Tech Help & Tinkering
6:00pm - 7:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Technology
Event Details:
Bring your device and technology-related questions and issues to our sessions!
Do you have questions about using your smartphone or laptop? You are not alone!
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