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Mitten Tree

All Day 12/1 - 1/17

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Get in the giving spirit this holiday season and drop off NEW or GENTLY USED/CLEAN, warm winter coats, hats, gloves, and mittens for adults and children, as well as NEW

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Smart Snacking: Healthy Eating Without Breaking the Bank

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

CL Community Room at Central Library

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Food & Cooking

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Library Location: Central Library

Room: CL Community Room

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Meet with Sammie Runshaw, RD, CPT to learn about budget friendly, healthy snacks that will boost nutrition, and not take excessive time to prepare.

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National Rubber Ducky Day

All Day 1/13

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It's National Rubber Ducky Day! Find our hidden big ducks to win a prize and make a custom ducky friend to bring home.

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A Perky Pairing: Coffee and Fine Chocolates with Kim Larkin

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

SA Community Room at Sixteen Acres Branch

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This presentation covers everything you need to know about java. Learn about the history of both coffee and chocolate, preparation techniques, and pioneers of both industries while enjoying delicious samples!

Felted gray sloth clinging to a yellow pencil

Learn Needle Felting: Felted Sloth

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

FP Community Room at Forest Park Branch

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Library Location: Forest Park Branch

Room: FP Community Room

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Hang out with an adorable friend! Make everyone's favorite slow-moving forest dweller. Learn how to sculpt a sloth using a barbed needle and loose wool fibers.

New Year Vision Boards

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

CL Community Room at Central Library

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Library Location: Central Library

Room: CL Community Room

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Ring in your New Year through creating your own vision board! During this program, you can use mixed-media to create a physical representation of your goals for 2026.

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!

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Mason Square Branch at Mason Square Branch

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Storytimes & Playgroups

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Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

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Room: Mason Square Branch

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

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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.

Classes & Workshops Default Image: Illustration of a lightbulb with a brain and turning gears inside with vibrantly colored confetti all around

Estate Planning Information Session

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

IO Community Room at Indian Orchard Branch

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Adults

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Library Location: Indian Orchard Branch

Room: IO Community Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Classes & Workshops

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Estate planning is an essential process for everyone, no matter your age or income level.

Felted 3-d scene in a small flowerpot of snowy field with a tall red barn and green fir trees along a grey road

Learn Needle Felting: Felted Winter Countryside

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am

CL Community Room at Central Library

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Room: CL Community Room

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Celebrate winter with this lovely cozy needle felting project! In this class, you’ll sculpt a felted scene from soft wool roving using a barbed felting needle. This project is perfect for beginners and experienced crafters.

paper house on snowy wool base with felted wool trees

Snowy House Luminaria Craft

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm

East Springfield Branch

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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.

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10 am		This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Toddler Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers East Forest Park Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: Children's Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Event Details: Come listen to your new favorite stories and songs followed by free play with new pals! Held every Tuesday morning. Geared toward toddlers ages 3 and under with their grown-ups! 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 The Any Book Club 10:00am–12:00pm Adults East Forest Park Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: EFP Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Groups & Reading Event Details: Join our Any Book Club and share your recent reads. The Any Book Club (ABC) meets bi-monthly to share stories about their recent reads. Members of the Any Book Club review books they've read recently so others can learn about what's great and - sometimes - what's not.	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 Maker Time! 10:00am–2:00pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults 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 Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Event Details: The Makerspace is open! 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Big Kid Storytime 11:30am–12:00pm Babies & Toddlers East Forest Park Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: Children's Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Event Details: Join us every Tuesday for Big Kid Storytime to enjoy stories and songs that are well suited for kids ages 4-6, with their grown ups! 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 Spice Club 11:00am–12:00pm Adults East Forest Park Branch Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Open Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civic Engagement, Food & Cooking Registration Required Event Details: Want to find inspiration in the kitchen and meet community members who enjoy cooking? Join our new Spice Club. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Chair Yoga 11:30am–12:30pm Adults East Forest Park Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: EFP Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Join us for adaptable chair yoga! Using gentle stretching while seated, chair yoga allows adults of all abilities to improve flexibility and balance. This series will also include chair yoga modifications using wall and mat positions.	Reservation Bloom Box Plant Swap 11:00am–3:00pm East Forest Park Branch This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: EFP Community Room Purpose of Meeting Free Plant Swap This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Saturday Morning Cartoons 11:30am–1:00pm Children, Tweens, Adults East Forest Park Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: Children's Storytime Room Age Group: Children, Tweens, Adults Program Type: Performances Event Details: Join us for cereal and Saturday morning cartoons! 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		This event is in the "Adults" group Knot Just Knitters 12:00pm–2:00pm Adults East Forest Park Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
1 pm	This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Ready, Set, Go! Home City Families Gross Motor Playgroup 1:30pm–2:30pm Babies & Toddlers, Children East Forest Park Branch 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: East Forest Park Branch Room: EFP Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Join us for some gross motor fun to develop children's physical abilities! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. 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.		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 Maker Time! 1:00pm–5:00pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults 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 Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Event Details: The Makerspace is open! 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 This event is in the "Children" group Home City Families Playgroup 1:30pm–2:30pm Babies & Toddlers, Children East Forest Park Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: Children's Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts, and playtime! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. 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.
2 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 Code Builders 2.0 2:00pm–4:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Computers & 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.	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 Sew Fun! Drop-In 2:00pm–4:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults 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!	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Chess Club 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens, Adults East Forest Park Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Civic Engagement, 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		This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Anime Afternoons 3:30pm–4:30pm Tweens, Teens East Forest Park Branch 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: East Forest Park Branch Room: Teen Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: Community Events, Performances Event Details: Join us every Tuesday afternoon in January and February to watch some anime. We will have snacks, books, activities, and talk about our favorite anime and manga characters. For tweens and teens.			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 LEGO Challenge 3:00pm–4:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults 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 Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Event Details: It is time to get your brick on! Stop by the EFP Childrens’ Room for our weekly LEGO brick building challenge. For master builders of all ages! 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.
4 pm	Reservation Natural Childbirth Education Class 4:00pm–7:30pm East Forest Park Branch This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: EFP Community Room Purpose of Meeting The Natural Childbirth Education Class is for couples planning a natural birth at the hospital, at a birthing center, or at home.
5 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Night 5:00pm–7:30pm Teens East Forest Park Branch This event is in the "Teens" group 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 "Adults" group Adult Board Game Night 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults East Forest Park Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Library Location: East Forest Park Branch Room: EFP Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games Event Details: 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.

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