All Day |
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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun-Aug
2024
All Day 6/1 - 8/31
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
Is it time to explore some new recipes? Do you have a favorite recipe that you want to share with others? Come to the East Forest Park library to share your favorite recipe or pick up a new one!
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
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.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
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.
Jun-Aug
2024
All Day 6/17 - 8/24
Special Events
Library Location:
Special Events
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Community Events,
Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:
Discover YOUR Summer at the Springfield City Library. Learn a skill. Be crafty. Find your passion. Attend free concerts and fun-filled events; or just read a good book! Win prizes for participation.
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9 am |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Indian Orchard Branch
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
18
2024
Thu
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,
Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
4
Event Details:
Join the fun while completing a seascape 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. Limited to 8 participants, so please preregister.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required.
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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.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
15
2024
Mon
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.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
15
2024
Mon
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.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
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!
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
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 "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
10:30am - 11:30am
Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
Program Den
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
East Springfield Branch
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
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.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
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.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Jul
17
2024
Wed
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.
Jul
18
2024
Thu
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.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Jul
18
2024
Thu
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.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Jul
18
2024
Thu
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.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Jul
19
2024
Fri
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
19
2024
Fri
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 "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
20
2024
Sat
10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Ranger Susan from the Springfield Armory Museum will lead storytimes with activities. The themes will be based on Nature, animals and the Outdoors.
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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Reservation
Mason Square Branch
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 "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jul
17
2024
Wed
11:00am - 12:00pm
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
Join us for Bubble Bash, an event that celebrates all things bubbles. From bubble wrap and blowing bubbles, to bubble gum to bubble tea.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
20
2024
Sat
11:00am - 12:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:
Come to a special experience for pre-readers and practiced readers of all ages. Our guests Megan and her certified therapy dog Cadence will share some fun stories with you.
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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12 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
20
2024
Sat
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Room:
IO Community Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Using three common household ingredients you can make your own fluffy slime! Stretch it, squish it, mold it! For ages 5-12. Younger with adult help.
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1 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
15
2024
Mon
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Technology
Event Details:
Drop in all week to enjoy our big table of Legos and to receive a Work It Out Wombat backpack filled with a book, toy and other fun surprises. While supplies last.
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.
Jul
16
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Technology
Event Details:
Drop in all week to enjoy our big table of Legos and to receive a Work It Out Wombat backpack filled with a book, toy and other fun surprises. While supplies last.
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.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
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 "All Ages" group.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
All Ages
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Bored? Stop by the library and play a board game. During open hours. All ages.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
17
2024
Wed
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres 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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
17
2024
Wed
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Technology
Event Details:
Drop in all week to enjoy our big table of Legos and to receive a Work It Out Wombat backpack filled with a book, toy and other fun surprises. While supplies last.
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.
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.
Jul
17
2024
Wed
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
FP Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
One instructor, 24 ukuleles, and a really good time! Julie will teach anyone from 3 to 93 how to play the ukulele in this fun session. This program is specifically geared toward families, so plan on participating with your child under 9.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
18
2024
Thu
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Technology
Event Details:
Drop in all week to enjoy our big table of Legos and to receive a Work It Out Wombat backpack filled with a book, toy and other fun surprises. While supplies last.
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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
18
2024
Thu
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
18
2024
Thu
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Computer Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops,
Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
14
Event Details:
Hands-on workshops to build basic computer skills.
This is part 2 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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
19
2024
Fri
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.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
19
2024
Fri
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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
19
2024
Fri
1:00pm - 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 "Children" group.
Jul
19
2024
Fri
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Technology
Event Details:
Drop in all week to enjoy our big table of Legos and to receive a Work It Out Wombat backpack filled with a book, toy and other fun surprises. While supplies last.
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Jul
19
2024
Fri
1:30pm - 2:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
The Musical Petting Zoo is a fun and informative hands-on traveling exhibit of musical instruments. After an introduction to the instruments, participants get a chance to bow a violin, blow a horn or tap out a rhythm on a drum.
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.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
19
2024
Fri
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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
20
2024
Sat
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Plant real succulents in a design inspired by the old master paintings
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
20
2024
Sat
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Technology
Event Details:
Drop in all week to enjoy our big table of Legos and to receive a Work It Out Wombat backpack filled with a book, toy and other fun surprises. While supplies last.
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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2 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
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.
Jul
15
2024
Mon
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
FP Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Community Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
30
Event Details:
Visit the library for a musical performance!
African dance and drumming bring people together in joy! In this class series, we will practice West African dance and drumming from Guinea and Mali, while having fun and playing together as a group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Wellman Hall
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 "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.
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.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
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.
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.
Jul
17
2024
Wed
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.
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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.
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.
Jul
18
2024
Thu
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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
19
2024
Fri
2:00pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Come join us Friday afternoons for board games, puzzles, legos, and crafts!
It's time to start the weekend with some games! We will have a Nintendo Switch running for up to 4 players, board games, cards, and legos available. Light refreshments provided. Tweens and teens ages 9-18 welcome!
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
20
2024
Sat
2:00pm - 4:30pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Teen Area
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Event Details:
Do you love creating stories? Do you imagine yourself the hero in your favorite stories? Do you like games where you tackle a problem as a group? Then table top RPG may be for you!
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
3:00pm - 4:00pm
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? Come learn how to make fun meals, drinks, and snacks. For kids ages 6-11.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
3:00pm - 4:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Stop by for an afternoon of crafting fun at the library! We bring the supplies and snacks, you bring the creativity.
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
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.
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.
Jul
17
2024
Wed
3:00pm - 3:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Community Events,
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Jul
17
2024
Wed
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
The Musical Petting Zoo is a fun and informative hands-on traveling exhibit of musical instruments. After an introduction to the instruments, participants get a chance to bow a violin, blow a horn or tap out a rhythm on a drum.
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.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
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 "All Ages" group.
Jul
18
2024
Thu
3:30pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us for Bubble Bash, an event that celebrates all things bubbles. From bubble wrap and blowing bubbles, to bubble gum to bubble tea.
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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
18
2024
Thu
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 10+
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Optional
Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.
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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.
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.
Jul
19
2024
Fri
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.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
19
2024
Fri
3:30pm - 4:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
It's hot! But you can be the coolest when you come to our cooking class that will teach you to make the best frosty soda fountain treats! For Teens 12-18.
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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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
15
2024
Mon
4:30pm - 6:00pm
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
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. Learn the basics of sewing, make a memorizing glitter bottle, or start a family of pet rocks.
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.
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.
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.
Jul
17
2024
Wed
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 "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.
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.
Jul
17
2024
Wed
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
17
2024
Wed
4:00pm - 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 "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.
Mason Square Branch
Registration Open
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.
Jul
18
2024
Thu
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mason Square Branch
Registration Open
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
19
Event Details:
Stop by the Mason Square Library to learn how to use an air fryer and sample a tasty summer treat.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required.
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
18
2024
Thu
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
Program Den
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Have you ever tie-dyed a t-shirt? Have you ever tie-dyed a shirt with a water gun? Come to the Forest Park Library and use a water gun make the most creatively dyed shirt you can imagine! For ages 5+
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.
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.
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.
Jul
17
2024
Wed
Library Location:
Off Site
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Community Events,
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Join us at parks around Springfield to discover local birds and our city's beautiful places to view them.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
17
2024
Wed
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Indian Orchard Branch
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Room:
IO Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
14
Event Details:
Ever wanted to try embroidery? Join us for a 2-part class for beginners and people who want to refresh their skills. Once you learn common stitches, you can stitch all sort of things!
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required.
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6 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
15
2024
Mon
6:00pm - 7:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Technology
Event Details:
The EFP Makerspace is open on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
16
2024
Tue
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 "Babies & Toddlers" group.
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.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
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.
Jul
17
2024
Wed
6:00pm - 7:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Performances
Event Details:
Visit the library for a musical performance!
Northampton Flutes performs music from Bach to contemporary on flutes ranging from piccolo (very small) to contrabass (very large). They are a trio of veteran musicians: Sue Kurian, Nancy Janoson, and George Owens.
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