Week Calendar

Meet with our Digital Services Librarian to learn about grants for 501(c)3 nonprofits. Get acquainted with the Foundation Directory Online, and learn where to get useful resources for the entire grant seeking process.

Join us at East Springfield to learn more about Garden Club. Ask us questions about your plants; indoor and outdoor plant care, and learn some tips and tricks from us!

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.

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

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.

New members are always welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.

Solve a puzzle! We will have a variety of puzzles out - jigsaw, tangrams, brain games, crosswords and rubiks cubes for you to solve. There will be something for every level of puzzler. All open hours. All ages. 

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.

Create exclusive charms, buttons, pins, or more using shrink plastic. If you choose to bring your own image to trace it should be approximately three times bigger than you want the final size to be.

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.

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!

Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.

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. 

Stop by the community room to cool off, have a snack, and play a game. We have UNO, Sushi Go, checkers, and more. If you're brave, challenge a librarian to a game of Scrabble.

Level-up your summer gaming experience at Springfield City Library with the largest mobile arcade in New England: Arcade on the Go! Enjoy arcade games in a climate-controlled environment without going further than your local library.

 Visit the Mason Square Branch on Tuesday afternoons for some switch gaming!

The Mobile Farmers Market is back.  The colorful truck will be making a weekly stop on Wednesdays.  The Farmers Market truck brings affordable, fresh fruits and vegetables to local neighborhoods. 

Get crafty! Let's make something together.

Jump into a summer of games, puzzles and tons of awesome summer reading. Stop by our kickoff for snacks, lawn games, sidewalk chalk and more! 

Level-up your summer gaming experience at Springfield City Library with the largest mobile arcade in New England: Arcade on the Go! Enjoy arcade games in a climate-controlled environment without going further than your local library.

Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!

Join us at East Springfield for a Tie-Dye event! You are welcome to bring your own white t-shirts and other dyable items.

Join a lively discussion with other book lovers, and enjoy your favorite brew, too. Books & Brew meets in person at Nathan Bill's Restaurant in Springfield. First Wednesday of each month | Adults 21+

Boost your typing and mouse skills! Drop in to our monthly Typing Club and get comfortable with the basics of using the mouse and keyboard, or improve your existing typing skills.

Join the Western Mass Writers Guild for our monthly meeting at the Springfield Library. Writers of all skill levels are welcome to attend. Meetings include writing “sprints,” idea collaboration and general camaraderie.

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. 

Come join us at the East Forest Park library for adult board game night! We’ll provide the games and instruction – bring a friend, meet a neighbor, and learn a new game with us! All levels welcome. Ages 18+ please.