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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dinovember
All Day 11/1 - 11/30
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
Join us for gigantic dinosaur fun all month long! Drop by for special crafts, scavenger hunts, displays and more. All ages 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 "All Ages" group.
Teens,
All Ages
Central Library
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Chibicon 2024
All Day 11/16 - 11/17
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
All Ages
Program Type:
Community Events
Springfield City Library's celebration of Anime and Comics culture is back and better than ever!
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Reservation
Central Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Teen Area
Purpose of Meeting
Holding for Chibiconn 2024
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Indian Orchard Branch
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Canvas Cafe - Cafe Mugs
9:30am - 11:00am
Indian Orchard Branch
Registration Open
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Room:
IO Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
Join the fun while completing a Cafe Mugs painting from start to finish. Using a step-by-step method, we will create a painting using brushes and non-traditional tools. All supplies provided.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required due to space constraints.
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10 am |
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Home City Families Playgroup
10:30am - 11:30am
Indian Orchard Branch
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us for stories, songs, movement, fingerplays, a craft and playtime.
No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
19
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!
Reservation
East Forest Park Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
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.
Nov
19
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 "Adults" group.
Adults
East Springfield Branch
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Learn the Basic Art of Meditation
10:30am - 11:30am
East Springfield Branch
Registration Open
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
7
Event Details:
Meditating in a group gives a sense of community and camaraderie connected to sharing the practice and benefits of meditation.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Optional
Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Central Library
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Nov
19
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.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Home City Families Gross Motor Play Group
10:30am - 11:30am
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
MS Community Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Calling all parents with young children! We invite you along with your child for a fun filled hour of gross motor fun to develop physical abilities.
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.
Nov
21
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+
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Central Library
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Nov
21
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.
Nov
21
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.
Nov
21
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.
Nov
22
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:
Do you have an infant under 12 months (pre-walker)? Join us for some fun and socializing. Developmentally appropriate toys and materials available for you to use with your child.
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.
Nov
22
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 "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.
Nov
23
2024
Sat
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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11 am |
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Reservation
Mason Square Branch
Nov
19
2024
Tue
C3 Community Police Meetings
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
MS Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
C3 Community Police Meetings
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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.
Nov
22
2024
Fri
Bilingual Storytime | Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe
11:30am - 12:30pm
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.
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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.
Nov
23
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 "Teens" group.
Nov
23
2024
Sat
Saturday Morning Rewind
11:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Teen Area
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
Relax with us and return to a simpler time of cartoons and sweet cereals. We'll provide breakfast foods, cartoons, and crafts. You can come in your comfiest pajamas or loungewear.
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12 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Central Library
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Lunch & Learn: Financial Wellness
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Library
Registration Open
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
16
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
Nov
23
2024
Sat
Become A First Time Home Buyer!
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
The course will cover topics such as:
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
Forest Park Branch
Registration Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Nov
23
2024
Sat
Jewelry Workshop: Bracelets and Earrings
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Forest Park Branch
Registration Open
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
Program Den
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Event Details:
Design and create your own bracelet and pair of earrings! Choose from a wide array of beads and charms to create unique pieces of jewelry. Try out using specialized tools for jewelry making and learn the basic skills!
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required due to space constraints.
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1 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Learn Ancestry
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Learn how to find your ancestors in this workshop for beginners at the Sixteen Acres Library.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
19
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.
Nov
19
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.
Nov
19
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.
Nov
20
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 "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.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
Job Corps Information Table
1:00pm - 4:00pm
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield 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.
Reservation
Sixteen Acres Branch
Nov
21
2024
Thu
Springfield Partners for Community Action Board of Directors Elections
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
We hold annual elections for our Board of Directors.
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.
Nov
21
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Central Library
Waitlist
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
Computer Basics: Part 3
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library
Waitlist
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Computer Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops,
Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Hands-on workshops to build basic computer skills.
This is the final part of "Computer Basics," a 3-week series designed to teach everything you need to start exploring on your own.
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
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
22
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.
Nov
22
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.
Nov
22
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
23
2024
Sat
Metal Art
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Explore three types of artistic metal work - embossed metal, punched metal, and Hojalata (Mexican Folk Art).
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2 pm |
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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.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Garden Club
2:00pm - 3:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
Meet with other gardeners to discuss plants past, present, and future! Come discuss options and ask (or give) advice with your neighbors! Ages 16+
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.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Code Builders 2.0
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:
Technology
Event Details:
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.
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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.
Nov
19
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 "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.
Nov
20
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. SPECIAL PROJECT!
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Brightwood Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Bilingual Story Time
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Brightwood Branch
Library Location:
Brightwood Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join our Circle to share canticos/songs, games and fun stories while learning some initial Spanish.
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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.
Nov
21
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.
Nov
21
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.
Nov
21
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Microwave Meals
3:15pm - 4:15pm
Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
Program Den
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
Hungry after school? Not sure what to make? Come learn easy microwave recipes with simple ingredients!
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.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Crafty Mondays
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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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
Eliminating the barriers of handicap able integration.
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.
Nov
19
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.
Nov
19
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 "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.
Nov
19
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.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Teen Writing Club
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
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!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
20
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.
Nov
21
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.
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.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
Crochet Crafters
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Come and join us for the fun of learning to crochet! This program is a series of classes on the basics of crochet and making 3D objects.
Disclaimer(s)
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.
Nov
21
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.
Nov
21
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
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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.
Nov
22
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.
Nov
22
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
Indian Orchard Branch
Registration Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Nov
23
2024
Sat
Got Game? After Hours Table Top Gaming for Teens
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Indian Orchard Branch
Registration Open
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Event Details:
Exploding Kittens? Catan? Chutes and Ladders? Apples to Apples? Dungeons and Dragons? Whatever your favorite game, we will be playing it at our After Hours Game Night for Teens. Eat pizza, play games. Ages 12-18. Preregistration required.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required due to space constraints.
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4 pm |
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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.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Chess Knights
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Family friendly chess club for kids to come learn and sharpen their skills in a supportive environment.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
19
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
BYOB Club
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:
BYOB - Bring Your Own Book!! There are no set titles - read whatever you want!! If you liked the book please let the club know so we can all try it!
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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.
Nov
20
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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Indian Orchard Branch
Registration Open
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
What the Mug? DIY Sharpie Mugs and Snacks
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
Registration Open
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Room:
IO Community Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
11
Event Details:
Creating your own mug? You've come to the right place! Using Sharpies and your imagination design a beautiful mug. We will even fill your mug with cocoa and cookies. For ages 9 and up. Preregistration strongly encouraged.
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.
Nov
20
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 "Adults" group.
Adults
Central Library
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
20
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.
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.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Graffiti Art Workshop
5:00pm - 7:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Graffiti art class for teens and tweens ages 10+. Learn the techniques and basics of graffiti art and various art mediums while discussing its history and use.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Teen Night
5:00pm - 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+
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Brightwood Branch
Registration Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
Esmeralda Santiago Book Discussion Group
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Brightwood Branch
Registration Open
Library Location:
Brightwood Branch
Room:
BW Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading,
Civic Engagement
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
25
Event Details:
Let’s continue celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by gathering to discuss books written by award-winning author Esmeralda Santiago including When I Was Puerto Rican, Almost a Woman, and her latest Las Madres
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required due to space constraints.
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.
Nov
19
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 "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
20
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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