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Little Notes Pop Up Class with the Community Music School of Springfield

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

East Springfield Branch

Program Type:

Storytimes & Playgroups

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers

Library Location: East Springfield Branch

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers

Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups

Event Details:

Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!

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First-time Home Buyer Information Session

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

CL Community Room at Central Library

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Adults

Registration Open

Library Location: Central Library

Room: CL Community Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Classes & Workshops

Registration Required

Event Details:

Learn how to get on the path to homeownership with Dawn Creighton of Liberty Bank and Araceli Rivera of Wayfinders!

Books & Brew at White Lion Brewing Company

Books & Brew at White Lion Brewing

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Off Site

Program Type:

Book Groups & Reading

Age Group:

Adults

Registration Open

Library Location: Off Site

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Groups & Reading

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join a lively discussion with other book lovers and growth-minded individuals, and enjoy your favorite brew, too!

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Wildlife on Wheels with Forest Park Zoo

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

SA Community Room at Sixteen Acres Branch

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch

Room: SA Community Room

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

Program Type: Classes & Workshops

Event Details:

Wildlife on Wheels is rolling to the Library! Meet a selection of live animal ambassadors with educators from the Forest Park Zoo.

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Adaptive Music Pop Up Class For Disabled and Neurodivergent Children and Their Caregivers

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Children's Program Room at Central Library

Program Type:

Storytimes & Playgroups

Age Group:

Children

Registration Open

Library Location: Central Library

Room: Children's Program Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups

Registration Required

Event Details:

Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!

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Wildlife on Wheels with Forest Park Zoo

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

FP Community Room at Forest Park Branch

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Library Location: Forest Park Branch

Room: FP Community Room

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

Program Type: Classes & Workshops

Event Details:

Wildlife on Wheels is rolling to the Library! Meet a selection of live animal ambassadors with educators from the Forest Park Zoo.

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Wildlife on Wheels with Forest Park Zoo

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

East Springfield Branch

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Library Location: East Springfield Branch

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

Program Type: Classes & Workshops

Event Details:

Wildlife on Wheels is rolling to the Library! Meet a selection of live animal ambassadors with educators from the Forest Park Zoo.

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Wildlife on Wheels with Forest Park Zoo

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

IO Community Room at Indian Orchard Branch

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Library Location: Indian Orchard Branch

Room: IO Community Room

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

Program Type: Classes & Workshops

Event Details:

Wildlife on Wheels is rolling to the Library! Meet a selection of live animal ambassadors with educators from the Forest Park Zoo.

Animals default image: An owl looking directly at the viewer.

Wildlife on Wheels with Forest Park Zoo

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

EFP Community Room at East Forest Park Branch

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Library Location: East Forest Park Branch

Room: EFP Community Room

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

Program Type: Classes & Workshops

Event Details:

Wildlife on Wheels is rolling to the Library! Meet a selection of live animal ambassadors with educators from the Forest Park Zoo.

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Bomba Pop Up Class with the Community Music School of Springfield

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

East Springfield Branch

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens

Library Location: East Springfield Branch

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

Program Type: Classes & Workshops

Event Details:

Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!

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All Day				Closing Veterans Day All Day All Branches 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 Description: Closed for the holiday
11 am			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dominoes Club 11:00am–1:00pm Teens, Adults Central Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Location: Central Library Room: CL Community Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Games Event Details: This club is for dominoes players of all levels - beginners are welcome! Come meet new people and socialize over a game.
12 pm
1 pm							This event is in the "Adults" group The Everything But D&D RPG Group 1:00pm–4:00pm Adults Central Library Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Open Library Location: Central Library Room: CL Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games Registration Required Event Details: You've heard of Dungeons and Dragons, but what about all the other role playing systems? Join us as we explore different RPG options from all corners of the multiverse. Pre-generated characters and dice will be available at each session. Disclaimer(s) Limited Space Space is limited and participation will available on a first come, first served basis. Registration Optional Registration for this event is optional. Please register if you would like to receive an automated reminder.
2 pm					This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Chess Club 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens, Adults Central Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Location: Central Library Room: CL Community Room 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.
3 pm
4 pm
5 pm					This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Join the Quest! D&D Club 5:30pm–7:45pm Teens, Adults Brightwood Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Location: Brightwood Branch Room: BW Community Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Games Event Details: If you love collaborative storytelling and role-playing, join our D&D club!