Week Calendar

Meditating in a group gives a sense of community and camaraderie connected to sharing the practice and benefits of meditation.

The Any Book Club (ABC) meets bi-monthly to share stories about their recent reads. Members of the Any Book Club review books they've read recently so others can learn about what's great and - sometimes - what's not.

If you and your lil' foodie are starting your baby-led weaning journey or you're looking for new recipes for your little one, this class is for you. Learn simple techniques and easy recipes for the little person in your life.

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 for 45 minutes of outdoor chair yoga lead by Cindy Senk, a certified personal trainer and yoga instructor. Using gentle stretching while seated,chair yoga allows adults of all abilities to improve flexibility and balance.

Join us as we welcome the Barony of Bergental for East Forest Park's first Renaissance Faire! Come explore and have some fun as we slip back into the Middle Ages.

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.

Explore the history of The Green Book and its ties to Springfield, MA, with Calvin Alexander Ramsey, author of Ruth and the Green Book.

Express your creativity and make your own tie-dyed bandana! Bandanas provided, or you can bring your own - call the branch to make sure your shirt is compatible with the dye. Registration not required, but supplies are first-come, first served.

Join us for a delightful needle felting class where you get to make your own take home project!

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.

Join us at the Springfield City Library: Mason Square Branch for an exciting workshop led by local expert Dylan Kaufman.

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.

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.

Develop your sewing skills, make new friends, and have fun!

Ever wanted to try embroidery? Join us for a 2-part class for beginners and people who want to refresh their skills. Once you learn common stitches, you can stitch all sort of things!

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.

Come to the East Forest Park library for a golden trivia afternoon – the 2nd Tuesday of every month. We’ll have snacks, fun facts, and a great time! Recommended age 55+.

The adult chess club is for chess players of all levels, from beginner to advanced. Whether you're looking for a casual game or a competitive match, check out the library's adult chess club. It meets every Thursday from 2:00 - 4:00

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!

On Fridays we will play Mario Kart, Mario Party and Super Smash Bros Ultimate, on our brand new Switch. Bring your own controllers for 2+ multiplayer games. 3-5pm.

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.

Sample different types of teas and relax with us, and learn about tea cultures around the world! All ages welcome.

Join us for a thrilling evening of Bingo at the Mason Square Library! Test your luck, have fun, and win exciting prizes with friends and fellow community members.

Cure your mid-week blues and pump yourself up with this lively book discussion! 

Join us at parks around Springfield to discover local birds and our city's beautiful places to view them.

The EFP Makerspace is open!

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!

Wish you had more time to read? Looking for some book lovers to hang out with? Join us for Silent Book Club! One night a month, we get cozy at the library for an hour of solo reading and time at the end to chat.

This is part 1 of "Computer Basics," a 3-week series designed to teach everything you need to start exploring on your own.