All Day |
This event is in the "Teens" group.
10/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 10/31/2024 @ 5:00pm
Teens
Central Library
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Flash Fiction Horror Story Contest
10/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 10/31/2024 @ 5:00pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Can you scare us in 500 words or less? Enter our horror flash fiction contest between October 1-31st, and you might be one of our grand prize winners!
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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.
10/01/2024 @ 10:00am - 10/26/2024 @ 3:00pm
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
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.
I Spy a Pumpkin
10/01/2024 @ 10:00am - 10/26/2024 @ 3:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
I Spy with my little eye a pumpkin. Find all the decorated pumpkins in the Children's Room on the clue sheet provided and receive a raffle ticket to win one of the pumpkins and score a treat. Happy Haunting!
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Oct
14
2024
Mon
Closing
Indigenous Peoples' Day
Branches:
Central Library,
Brightwood Branch,
East Forest Park Branch,
East Springfield Branch,
Forest Park Branch,
Indian Orchard Branch,
Library Express at Pine Point,
Mason Square Branch,
Sixteen Acres Branch,
Off Site,
Online,
Special Events
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
What's Cooking Cookbook Club
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading,
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
Join the Cookbook Club’s 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.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Budding Bookworms Storytime
10:30am - 11:30am
East Forest Park Branch
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!
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.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Stompers Storytime
10:30am - 11:30am
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Wee Ones is a special storytime developed for toddlers that encourages interaction through stories, music and play. Come have fun while building early literacy and social skills. For children and their caregivers.
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.
Babies & Toddlers
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Home City Families Little Songbirds
10:30am - 11:30am
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join Miss Brandi in the children's area for a fun, guitar-led music playgroup with singing, dancing, musical games, and instrument exploration. Through October 23rd in place of Gross motor playgroup.
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.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Raymond Jordan Senior Center Book Club
10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
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+
Reservation
Sixteen Acres Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
Diabetic Footwear for Medicare beneficiaries
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Central Library
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Wiggle Worms Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us each week for a quiet and sensory friendly storytime for babies and toddlers who are not yet walking. 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.
Babies & Toddlers
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Circle Time Fun
10:30am - 11:30am
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us for songs, rhymes and a story or two at Circle Time Fun.
Come join us for education fun and learning at a librarian facilitated playgroup! An adult must accompany and consistently supervise children. No registration required, just drop in. Birth to 5 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.
Babies & Toddlers
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Tiny Tots Sensory Fun
10:30am - 11:15pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Bring your little ones for some sensory fun this fall and let us worry about cleaning up the mess!
Every Thursday we will offer an array of toddler friendly sensory activities to work on motor skills. Aimed at toddlers, but siblings welcome. Weather permitting, this program will be held on the children's patio!
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.
Babies & Toddlers
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Oct
18
2024
Fri
Home City Families: Baby & Me Playgroup
10:00am - 11:15am
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Today's session will be Baby Belly Massage--Please contact Jennifer Teehan-Sanford to register!
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 Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
18
2024
Fri
Knot Just Knitters
10:00am - 11:30am
East Springfield Branch
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
Central Library
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
19
2024
Sat
Central Library Building Tour
10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
Registration Open
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Rotunda
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Civic Engagement,
Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Join us for a rare tour of Springfield City Library's Central Library building at 220 State Street!
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Optional
Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Cancelled
Teens,
Adults
Central Library
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
19
2024
Sat
Cancelled
Open Game Day
10:00am - 4:30pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Are you looking for a place to play D&D with your friends? Want a place to play Magic the Gathering? Are you looking for other players to join their games? Come to the Central Branch once a month for our open gaming day.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
C3 Community Police Meetings
11:00am - 12:30pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Work & Careers
Event Details:
C3 Community Police Meetings
Disclaimer(s)
Non-Library Event
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Indian Orchard Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Chair Yoga for Seniors and Friends
11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
At Capacity
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Room:
IO Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Using gentle stretching while seated, chair yoga allows adults of all abilities to improve flexibility and balance.
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.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required due to space constraints.
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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.
Oct
19
2024
Sat
Super Saturday Storytime
11:00am - 11:45am
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us Saturday mornings 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!
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
19
2024
Sat
Soap Workshop
11:30am - 2:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
5
Event Details:
Come learn the science and process behind soap making, leave with your own homemade soap! Kristie Valenze will walk participants through the saponification process and how to create basic bars of soap in this hands-on program.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required due to space constraints.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
19
2024
Sat
Tacky Craft Club
11:30am - 2:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Registration Open
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
Calling all imperfectionists! Join Tacky Craft Club, where we come together to create things (good or bad) and make friends.
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.
Adults
Central Library
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Lunch & Learn: Financial Wellness
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Library
Registration Open
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Computer Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
19
Event Details:
Spend a lunch break at the Library and get financially fit with Dawn Creighton of Liberty Bank! Join Dawn for a series of engaging lunch-time workshops about budgeting, money management, saving, credit-building, home-buying, and more.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required due to space constraints.
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Reservation
East Forest Park Branch
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Square One Financial Literacy with Liberty Bank
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
Fundamentals of Financial Literacy for Square One staff and program participants with Liberty Bank.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Off Site
Registration Open
Registration
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
19
2024
Sat
Queer Book Club
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Off Site
Registration Open
Library Location:
Off Site
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Discover Queer Book Club! A monthly club for reading queer books of various genres. Read one of the 4 book options and meet us at Monsoon's cafe for coffee or lunch to discuss. Adults 18+.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Optional
Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
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.
Babies & Toddlers
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Home City Families Playgroup
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Parents and their children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and activities! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age.
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.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Knot Just Knitters
1:30pm - 3:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
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.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Knot Just Knitters
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community 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 "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.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Not Your Ordinary Coloring Club
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Want to hang out with other artists? Join our Not Your Ordinary Coloring Club.
We supply the artist-quality crayons, pencils and pens and coloring pages, to spark your creativity. Just drop by The Homework Center and color your stress away. For tweens and teens.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
18
2024
Fri
Bilingual Storytime | Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe
1:00pm - 2:00pm
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Come listen to your new favorite stories in English and Spanish followed by free play with new pals! For ages 6 months - 6 years with accompanying adults, but older 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
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
18
2024
Fri
Knot Just Knitters
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mason Square Branch
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.
Oct
18
2024
Fri
Open Sew
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Develop your sewing skills, make new friends, and have fun!
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.
Oct
18
2024
Fri
Home City Families Playgroup
1:30pm - 2:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
19
2024
Sat
Anime Club
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Teens, tweens, and big kids join us to watch and talk about anime! Make new friends and find new anime.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
19
2024
Sat
Furry Tales - Reading with Duchess
1:00pm - 2:45pm
Indian Orchard Branch
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Read your favorite stories alongside Duchess, the Yorkshire Terrier! Reading aloud to a registered therapy dog helps improve literacy skills and boost confidence. Bring your own book or choose from the library's collection.
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.
Registration Optional
Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.
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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.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Open Studio Tuesdays
2:00pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Technology
Event Details:
Join us for our day-time, Open Studio session! You can bring a project to work on, or an idea to bounce off of other makers.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Make It Mend It Sew It
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Learn to sew at the Mason Square Library! Join Miss Laura and Miss Cora as we make beautiful fall-inspired crafts! Space is limited. To sign up, visit our library's front desk, give us a call, or register on our website.
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.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Makerspace Collaboratory Drop-In
2:00pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Technology
Event Details:
From traditional crafts to digital tinkering, the East Forest Park Makerspace is your place to create, invent, and learn.
Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Brightwood Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Loteria / Bingo
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Brightwood Branch
Library Location:
Brightwood Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Loteria / Bingo Join us to play Loteria /Bingo and win prizes. Young children are introduced to English and Spanish words as a way to enhance their vocabulary and their A-B-C bilingual concept.
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
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Adult Chess Club
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Rice Hall
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
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
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
STCC Information Table
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Rotunda
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Work & Careers
Event Details:
Stop by to learn about free job training and adult education classes offered by Springfield Technical Community College. Free classes include
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.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Sew Fun! Drop-In
2:00pm - 5:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
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!
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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.
Oct
18
2024
Fri
Teen (and Tween!) Gaming Club
2:00pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Candy Sushi? Why Yes!
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Room:
IO Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
What do you get when you mix rice krispie treats, gummy candy and fruit roll-ups? Come find out! Bring your sweet tooth. For ages 9 and up.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Optional
Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Children,
Tweens
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Creative Tuesdays
3:00pm - 4:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Stop by for an afternoon of crafting fun at the library! We bring the supplies and snacks, you bring the creativity.
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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Game Day!
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Stop by the Mason Square Branch Library on Tuesday afternoons for some gaming fun! Play a board game, a card game, or even a game on our Nintendo Switch! For ages 10-16.
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.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Lego Questers of Indian Orchard
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
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.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Job Corps Information Table
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Brightwood Branch
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 25 years and older who have a disability to gain employment.
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.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Kids Kitchen!
3:30pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
Are you a kid who wants to be more independent and find ways to cook for yourself?
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 kids ages 6-11.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Optional
Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Teen Writing Club
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Teen Area
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Creative writing club for teens who love to write or want to try it out. Share your original poems, short stories, novels, and more; receive feedback on your work; and do fun writing activities!
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.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Choose Your Own Adventure Story Time
3:30pm - 4:45pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us after school for a snack and a story- but not just any story! Each week we will read a Choose Your Own Adventure book together and decide which path the group should take. What will you choose? For tweens, ages 9-12.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Girl Scout Troop 65166 Meeting
3:30pm - 5:15pm
East Forest Park Branch
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 "Children" group.
Children
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Meet Me at the Library
3:00pm - 4:45pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
It's an afterschool playdate at the library! Stop by between 3:00 - 4:45 for plenty of family friendly fun.
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.
Children
Central Library
Registration Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Sensory Playgroup
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library
Registration Open
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Event Details:
Join us in a sensory friendly space to read together, make friends, and explore sensory activities. This program is inclusive, but primarily created with children on the Autism Spectrum in mind. For ages 5 and up.
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.
Registration Optional
Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Ukulele Club
3:30pm - 4:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Always wanted to learn an instrument? Drop in to our beginner ukulele club and start learning your favorite songs! Ages 12-18
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
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.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Freestyle Lego Club
3:30pm - 4:45pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Children,
Tweens
Brightwood Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
After School Café / Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
3:30pm - 5:00pm
Brightwood Branch
Library Location:
Brightwood Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:
Come and browse from a sample of English and Spanish titles waiting for you to check and read. We'll highlight Latino authors as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
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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.
Oct
18
2024
Fri
Gaming Friday
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
Program Den
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Nothing to do before the weekend? Don't want to spend your summer gaming alone? Visit the Forest Park Library and play board game or pick up a Nintendo Switch Joycon and join a Smash tournament. We'll be gaming every Friday this summer!
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.
Oct
18
2024
Fri
Switch Gaming On Fridays
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Room:
IO Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Come Switch it up at the library and play your choice of games.
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
18
2024
Fri
Game Day
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Stop by the Sixteen Acres Library for some gaming fun! Play a board game or a card game. For ages 10-16.
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Crafternoon for Kids
4:00pm - 4:45pm
Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
Program Den
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
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.
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.
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.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Wednesday Crafternoons for All Ages
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Get crafty! Let's make something together.
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.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Teen Night
4:00pm - 7:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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+
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Tea Talks
4:30pm - 6:00pm
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Food & Cooking,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Sample different types of teas and relax with us, and learn about tea cultures around the world! All ages welcome.
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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.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Art Explorers
4:00pm - 4:45pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Thursdays this fall, get messy and make some art! Artists will explore different materials and styles, learn some art history, and most importantly get their hands dirty and have fun! Recommended for art lovers 6-11, no art experience required.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Pokemon Go Club
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
Program Den
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Still play Pokemon Go? Come join us to play Pokemon Go at Forest Park! We will meet to raid, trade and discuss the game!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Central Library
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Spice Club
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library
Registration Open
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Rice Hall
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Want to find inspiration in the kitchen and meet community members who enjoy cooking? Join our new Spice Club.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Optional
Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Cancelled
Adults
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Cancelled
Sector F Meeting
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
MS Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
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.
Disclaimer(s)
Non-Library Event
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Eager Readers Book Group
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
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.
The group reads mostly contemporary novels, although occasionally historical fiction, adventures, and some non-fiction. The book club members jointly choose upcoming books. No registration required, just drop by.
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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
Registration Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Fiero Code Club Intro Session
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library
Registration Open
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Computer Lab
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Optional
Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Adult Trivia Night
6:00pm - 7:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Come to the East Forest Park library for adult trivia night – the 4th Wednesday of every month. We’ll have snacks, fun facts, and a great time! Ages 18+.
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