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A neon illustration of the artist Astrowavez sitting in a throne.

the Music Makers - Astrowavez

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

EFP Community Room at East Forest Park Branch

Program Type:

Computers & Technology, Performances

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Library Location: East Forest Park Branch

Room: EFP Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Computers & Technology, Performances

Event Details:

An evening of music and conversation with local emerging artists!

Multicolored embroidery thread arranged in a heart shape

Visible Mending Workshop

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

CL Community Room at Central Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Adults

Registration Open

Library Location: Central Library

Room: CL Community Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us to learn the basics of visual mending! The workshop will focus on the beginner skills of how to repair and maintain clothing. You are welcome to bring an item or two to mend as we get to slow down and create together.

A hand holding a large glass jar of ambe liquid with chunks of vegetation, in front of a snowy outdoor woodland background

Learn to Make Fire Cider

Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am

CL Community Room at Central Library

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Waitlist

Library Location: Central Library

Room: CL Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Classes & Workshops

Registration Required

Event Details:

Fire Cider is a tried and true herbal home remedy known for boosting the immune system, fighting colds and flus, easing coughs and congestion, and so much more!

Hands wearing green and pink mittens hold out a red paper heart

Mitten Tree

All Day 12/1 - 1/17

Special Events

Program Type:

Community Events

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Library Location: Special Events

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Community Events

Event Details:

Get in the giving spirit this holiday season and drop off new/unused mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, jackets, socks, and undergarments at every library location during the month of December through January 17.

Teapot with small tea cups and a cup of coffee with cream in the shape of a heart

Community Coffee Hour

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 10:15am - 12:00pm

Program Den at Forest Park Branch

Program Type:

Community Events, Food & Cooking

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Library Location: Forest Park Branch

Room: Program Den

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Community Events, Food & Cooking

Event Details:

Come enjoy a cup of coffee, tea, and other light refreshments with your neighbors!

Colorful ukuleles hanging on the wall

Ukulele Club

Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

East Springfield Branch

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops, Summer Reading

Age Group:

Tweens, Teens

Library Location: East Springfield Branch

Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Summer Reading

Event Details:

Always wanted to learn an instrument? Drop in to our beginner ukulele club and start learning your favorite songs! All ages

paper house on snowy wool base with felted wool trees

Snowy House Luminaria Craft

Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

FP Community Room at Forest Park Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Registration Open

Library Location: Forest Park Branch

Room: FP Community Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Create a cozy winter scene that glows with warmth and creativity! In this mixed-media art lesson you'll craft a charming snowy landscape featuring a glowing paper house nestled among woolly trees.

Felted dark green wool wreath with tiny holly and cardinal, pinned to red coat lapel

Learn Needle Felting: Felted Wreath Brooch

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am

CL Community Room at Central Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Registration Open

Library Location: Central Library

Room: CL Community Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Create a unique wreath brooch with wool roving and a barbed needle. Add colorful accents such as berries and a cardinal for a touch of charm.

Crocheted granny squares

Crochet Workshop

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm

FP Community Room at Forest Park Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Tweens, Teens, Adults

Library Location: Forest Park Branch

Room: FP Community Room

Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops

Event Details:

Want to crochet but not sure where to start? Want to learn how to make a granny square? Found a really cool pattern but not quite sure how to make sense of it? Come learn to crochet or further your skills!

The T-birds mascot Boomer and player Drew Callin (#77) host a storytime for kids at the Sixteen Acres branch in 2023

Boomer's Book Club: Read with the Thunderbirds!

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Children's Program Room at Central Library

Program Type:

Storytimes & Playgroups

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

Library Location: Central Library

Room: Children's Program Room

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups

Event Details:

The Springfield Thunderbirds are going on tour at Springfield City Library! Join us for a special storytime and hockey-themed activities with T-birds players and our favorite mascot, Boomer. Great for families.

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Time	Sun (6/15)	Mon (6/16)	Tue (6/17)	Wed (6/18)	Thu (6/19)	Fri (6/20)	Sat (6/21)
11 am							This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Sunshine Storytime 11:00am–11:45am Babies & Toddlers, Children Central Library This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Location: Central Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Event Details: Join us Saturday mornings this summer for an all ages, family storytime in the sunshine! Each week we'll meet in the Children's Room at 11:00 and head outside to the Museum Courtyard to read books, sing songs, and get silly. 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.
12 pm
1 pm						This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Lego Freestyle Club 1:00pm–4:30pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Room: SA Community Room Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Attention LEGO enthusiasts! All are invited to drop in for our freestyle Lego Building Club. Make new friends and browse our library's many LEGO-themed books. Have the freedom to build using your imagination. 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.
2 pm			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Silent Book Club Junior 2:00pm–3:00pm Children, Tweens East Springfield Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Location: East Springfield Branch Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Enjoy reading in a quiet, comfortable environment with this silent book club for kids. Each week, we'll get cozy at the library for half an hour of solo reading, plus time at the end to chat and enjoy some snacks.
3 pm				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 Crafternoon for All Ages 3:00pm–5:00pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Location: Indian Orchard Branch Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Event Details: Get crafty! Let's make something together.
4 pm
5 pm
6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Contemporary Fiction Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Brightwood Branch At Capacity Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group At Capacity Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Location: Brightwood Branch Room: BW Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a brand new book club at the Brightwood Branch Library! We will be discussing hidden gems from the contemporary fiction genre. Adults 18+. Light refreshments will be provided. Reservation Eager Readers Book Group 6:30pm–7:30pm Sixteen Acres Branch This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch Room: SA Community Room Purpose of Meeting 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Online - Inclusive & Diverse Romance Book Recommendations with Read My Lips Boston 6:00pm–6:30pm Adults Online Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Location: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. Disclaimer(s) Registration Required Registration for this event is required due to space constraints.