Week Calendar

Every Tuesday morning. Geared toward children pre-k and under with accompanying adults, but older siblings welcome!

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

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.

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.

"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.

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.

Explore great books, join a lively discussion, and meet others who enjoy reading too. New members are always welcome! Meets online at noon on the second Tuesday of every month.

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.

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

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.

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.

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. 

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

STEP trains talented local youth in the Suzuki method, and they’re coming to the Central Library this season to celebrate the holidays.

Welcome to Code Builders 2.0 - our all ages, drop-in club where you can explore robotics, coding languages (like Scratch and Python), and even 3D design & printing!

This club is open to aspiring coders of all ages.

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.

Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.

Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.

Drop-in for our weekly studio session. From sewing a button or hemming pants, to following a pattern to construct a garment using a sewing machine, our sewing volunteer can help you get started!

Hop on one of our computers to play, create, and exchange tips and ideas with friends. Ages 10+

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. 

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.

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.

Weekly Meeting of Girl Scout Troop 65166

Want to play a Game?!

Come hang out in our teen room for snacks and fun with board games, puzzles, card games, magic and more!

We take suggestions for any games you want to play!

Ages 10+ welcome!

Join us at the Forest Park branch for an end-of-the-year Holiday party! Enjoy some snacks while decorating gingerbread houses and add your name in for our holiday raffle! For t(w)eens, ages 11-18. Thursday, December 14th, from 3:30-5pm.

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.

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 3-4:30pm. 

We're inviting all 13-19 years old to suggest super fun activities they would like to see at the library. Talk with your local branch librarian or connect with us through polls, suggestion boxes, and more.

Visit the Forest Park Branch library each month to try out a new craft! Craft your cares away together by trying new projects and learning new skills. Learn the basics of sewing, make a memorizing glitter bottle, or start a family of pet rocks.

Come learn how to make fun meals, drinks, and snacks. For kids ages 6-11. 

Learn how to design and create your own pair of earrings! Choose from a wide array of beads to create a unique piece of custom jewelry. Try out using specialized tools for making earrings and learn the basic skills! 

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.

Using all edible materials make a gingerbread house of your dreams. For ages 11-18, younger with supervision. 4-6pm Indian Orchard Community Room. Registration strongly encouraged. To register please call 413.263.6846 or online. 

Join us every Wednesday evening for games, crafts, snacks, and conversation. For teens 13+

Join us for a workshop that celebrates West African symbols, called Adinkra. Come learn about this ancient art and create your own Adinkra stamp and art to take home. All materials provided. For ages 10+

Bring a project to work on, or an idea to bounce off of other makers. Instruction and access to the equipment will be available: Cricut cutter, sewing machines, 3D printers, recording studio, and more!

Put on your PJs and bring your little ones for classic bedtime stories, soft music, and gentle movement before going home for bedtime. Children of all ages, and best friend stuffed animals, are welcome!

Come and mix your own soft drink to enjoy, and show off your trivia savvy by answering questions about all aspects of winter! Winter themed films, books, songs, and facts about this time of year are all on the table!

Come and discover the E-Library of Springfield! Learn how to access and use Libby, Hoopla, Kanopy and Freegal! Bring your preferred device for help to access these services!