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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
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 "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug-Sep
2023
Art & Craft Donations Accepted for Upcoming Swap
All Day 8/14 - 9/27
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Do you have a stash of art and craft supplies just sitting around, now we're not home all the time? Bring those unused supplies to a community swap and find new treasures to bring home! The actual swap will occur on September 30th!
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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.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Sixteen Acres Branch
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.
Community Quilt
All Day 9/5 - 9/30
Sixteen Acres Branch
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Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Help us build a Community Quilt to be displayed in the Sixteen Acres Branch Library. Each quilt square you decorate will be added to the quilt and displayed on the wall.
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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.
Teen Crafts: Dragon Eggs
All Day 9/18 - 9/22
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Dragons have landed at the library! Drop in during open hours to create your own scaled dragon egg to take home. All materials provided, you bring the creativity. For ages 10+. While supplies last.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Children,
Tweens
Central Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Sep
19
2023
Tue
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day with crafts, games, and other nautical nonsense!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
19
2023
Tue
What's Cooking Cookbook Club
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading,
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
Join the Cookbook Clubβs monthly discussion to improve your cooking skills, share great recipes, hear about the latest new cookbooks, and more.
Every month we make the same dish and compare how it was made. The third Tuesday of each month online via zoom - click to join!
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.
Sep
19
2023
Tue
Budding Bookworms Storytime
10:30am - 11:30am
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:
Come listen to your new favorite stories and songs followed by free play with new pals!
Every Tuesday morning. Geared toward children pre-k and under with accompanying adults, but older siblings welcome! Storytime will be held on the patio through September.
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
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Sep
19
2023
Tue
Home City Families Playgroup
10:30am - 11:30am
Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
Program Den
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 "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
19
2023
Tue
SAIL Fitness Class for Older Adults
10:30am - 11:30am
East Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
Stay Active and Independent For Life (SAIL) is a strength, balance, and fitness class designed for older adults.
The program includes a period of continuous movement designed to get your heart rate up, followed by a series of balance, strengthening and flexibility exercises intended to improve your mobility and independence. For adults 18+.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Central Library
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Sep
19
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
21
2023
Thu
Raymond Jordan Senior Center Book Club
10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
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Library Location:
Off Site
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:
Come join us for a book club at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center!
Love to read? If so, then meet us at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center for our monthly Book Club, where we delve into the heart of historical fiction, non-fiction, and even memoir. Adults 18+
This event is in the "Children" group.
Cancelled
Children
Central Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Sep
21
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 awayβand 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.
Sep
21
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
21
2023
Thu
SAIL Fitness Class for Older Adults
10:30am - 11:30am
East Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
Stay Active and Independent For Life (SAIL) is a strength, balance, and fitness class designed for older adults.
The program includes a period of continuous movement designed to get your heart rate up, followed by a series of balance, strengthening and flexibility exercises intended to improve your mobility and independence. For adults 18+.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
22
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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Reservation
Central Library
Sep
23
2023
Sat
Williams & Associates Business Meeting
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Sep
19
2023
Tue
National Library Card Month with Clifford the Big Red Dog
11:15am - 12:00pm
Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Celebrate National Library Card Month with a visit from Clifford the Big Red Dog. Stop by for library fun, and discover how you can get your very own FREE Springfield Library card.
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.
Sep
20
2023
Wed
National Library Card Month with Clifford the Big Red Dog
11:15am - 12:00pm
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:
Celebrate National Library Card Month with a visit from Clifford the Big Red Dog. Stop by for library fun, and discover how you can get your very own FREE Springfield Library card.
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.
Sep
22
2023
Fri
Chair Yoga
11:30am - 12:15pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Join us for 45 minutes of chair yoga. Using gentle stretching while seated, chair yoga allows adults of all abilities to improve flexibility and balance. Instructor Cindy Senk, a certified accessible yoga teacher, will lead the class. Ages 18+
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Reservation
Forest Park Branch
Sep
23
2023
Sat
Girl Scout Brownie Troop 65377
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
FP Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
To hold Troop meeting with Scouts and Parents
Reservation
Indian Orchard Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Room:
IO Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
A 12-week gathering for individuals interested in the creative and performing arts. To learn, create, and participate in different genres of acting, dance, music, and visual arts.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
23
2023
Sat
History Talk with Dr. Aimee Loiselle: US Women Demand Equity: From Voting Rights to Work Conditions
12:30pm - 2:00pm
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
Event Details:
During this history talk, Dr. Aimee Loiselle, a professor at Central Connecticut State University, will discuss how women from different backgrounds and regions have pursued equity by different means.
Reservation
Sixteen Acres Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
Information Presentation about the young adult Rhoer Club for ages 12-18 still in high school
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
19
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.
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.
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.
Sep
19
2023
Tue
Home City Families Playgroup
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 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 "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
19
2023
Tue
Knot Just Knitters
1:30pm - 3:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
CafΓ© 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.
Sep
20
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.
Sep
20
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 miΓ©rcoles del programa bilingue en InglΓ©s y EspaΓ±ol: 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.
Sep
22
2023
Fri
Knot Just Knitters
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mason Square Branch
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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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
22
2023
Fri
Open Sew
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mason Square Branch
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Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Classes & Workshops,
Technology
Event Details:
Develop your sewing skills, make new friends, and have fun!
Join us every Friday for Open Sew at the Mason Square Library! 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.
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.
Sep
22
2023
Fri
Drop-In Chess
1:00pm - 3:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
CafΓ© 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 "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.
Sep
22
2023
Fri
Job Corps Information Table
1:00pm - 4:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
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 "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.
Sep
22
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.
Sep
22
2023
Fri
Home City Families Playgroup
1:30pm - 2:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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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.
Sep
23
2023
Sat
Tabletop RPG Club for Newbies
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:
Learn the basic rules of D&D while embarking on a fun and dramatic adventure.
Interested in learning how to play Dungeons & Dragons, but intimidated by all the rules and the expense? The library hosts beginner D&D sessions once a month on Saturday afternoons. You can drop in and learn the basics.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required due to space constraints.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
19
2023
Tue
Knot Just Knitters
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Wellman Hall
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.
Reservation
Central Library
Sep
19
2023
Tue
National Voter Registration Day
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
Get the community engaged in voter registration and education.
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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.
Sep
20
2023
Wed
Code Builders 2.0
2:00pm - 4:30pm
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:
Technology
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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.
Sep
21
2023
Thu
Sew Fun! Drop-In
2:00pm - 5:00pm
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:
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 "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.
Sep
22
2023
Fri
Teen (and Tween!) Gaming Club
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:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Come join us Friday afternoons for board games, puzzles, legos, and crafts!
It's time to start the weekend with some games! We will have a Nintendo Switch running for up to 4 players, board games, cards, and legos available. Light refreshments provided. Tweens and teens ages 9-18 welcome!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Children,
Tweens
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Sep
19
2023
Tue
Lego Questers of Indian Orchard
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
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Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Are you up to the LEGO Challenge?
Join other LEGO Questers in building our Challenge of the month, or build your own. Tuesdays, 3-5 pm. Indian Orchard branch. For ages 5 and up.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Brightwood Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
19
2023
Tue
Job Corps Information Table
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Brightwood Branch
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Library Location:
Brightwood Branch
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 "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.
Sep
19
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.
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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.
Sep
20
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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Sep
20
2023
Wed
Crafty Wednesdays
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
Program Den
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Come visit the Forest Park Branch for some crafting! Every other Wednesday we'll have an interactive craft for tweens and teens! Some examples are slime, painting, and soap making. For ages 11-18, from 3:30-4:30pm.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Sep
20
2023
Wed
Girl Scout Troop 65166 Meeting
3:30pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
Weekly Meeting of Girl Scout Troop 65166
Disclaimer(s)
Non-Library Event
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Sep
21
2023
Thu
Karaoke at the Library
3:30pm - 5:00pm
Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
FP Community Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Get ready to sing your heart out at the Forest park Branch with Karaoke at the Library! Pick your favorite songs to sing solo or with a friend! For t(w)eens ages 11-18. Third Thursday of the month, from 3:30-5pm.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Children,
Tweens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Sep
21
2023
Thu
Lego Club
3:30pm - 5:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Children's Storytime Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Attention Lego enthusiasts! All are invited to explore engineering and building with our new weekly Lego Club series meeting every Thursday.
Have the freedom to build using your imagination. Each month, anyone interested is invited to create their own unique Lego creations following a monthly theme.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Sep
22
2023
Fri
Gaming Fridays
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
FP Community Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
End of the week blues got you down? Join us for a game.
Visit the Forest Park branch on Fridays after school for some gaming fun in the teen area! We'll have a variety of board and card games along with our Nintendo Switch! For t(w)eens, ages 11-18. From 3:30-4:30pm.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Children,
Tweens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Sep
22
2023
Fri
Fine Art Fridays
3:30pm - 4:45pm
East Forest Park Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Children's Storytime Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Become one of the great artists of your time by creating in the style of famous artists such as VanGogh.
Art lessons will include an introduction to a specific artist with plenty of time to create your own masterpiece to bring home. Well suited for 7-11 year olds, but younger children with accompanying grown ups are welcome to come and create.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Central Library
At Capacity
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Sep
18
2023
Mon
Messy Art
4:00pm - 4:30pm
Central Library
At Capacity
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
11
Event Details:
Join us Mondays in September and October for some messy, sensory art for toddlers. We'll squish, splatter, and splash so please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty! Recommended for children 3-5 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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Central Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Sep
20
2023
Wed
Crafting Circle
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Teen Area
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Get crafty! Let's make something together.
Come hang out and craft on Wednesday evenings from 4-5:30pm. Embroider, sew, stitch, knit, or anything else you desire. We will provide embroidery materials, strings and needles, but feel free to bring your own crafting projects to work on.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Sep
20
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:
Come hang out in our big comfy chairs and wind down with a friend.
Join us every Wednesday evening for games, crafts, snacks, and conversation. For teens 13+
Reservation
Central Library
Sep
20
2023
Wed
1199SEIU PCA Adult First Aid/CPR/AEd
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
Adult First Aid/CPR/AED for Springfield area PCAs
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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
The primary purpose of the beat community meeting is to allow beat residents, other community stakeholders, and police to discuss chronic problems on the beat and to engage in problem-solving.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
19
2023
Tue
Eager Readers Book Group
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
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Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:
Join this long-running book group of reading enthusiasts! Newcomers welcome.
This month's book:![Carnegie's Maid by Marie Benedict](/sites/default/files/inline-images/4106615.jpg)
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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.
Sep
20
2023
Wed
"The Hobbit" Animated Movie
6:00pm - 7:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Performances
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