Wednesday April 4, 2012 -  Friday June 1, 2012 Go To Top Art Space at Pine Point       Contact: Pine Point   263-6855        Readers love books for the words, images, and stories they bring into being. A great book can live in our mind forever, but not so the cover that holds it, which wears out often causing the book to be discarded. Local artist and author Dean Nimmer says, “I have a fascination with the graphics and patinas of antique book covers. I rescue the book covers from flea markets, thrift shops and recycling centers to be re-purposed and admired as art.” In celebration of National Library Week, the Pine Point Branch Library's “Art Space” will be showing “Library Collages” from April 4-June 1, 2012. Pine Point         Location: Pine Point Wednesday May 16, 2012 Go To Top 8:30 AM  -  12:00 PM Evergreen Circ Review       Contact: Patti D'Amario          Staff training.     Location: Central Library Computer Lab   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Mason Square Branch   413-263-6853        Preschool storytimes in the Community Room. Enjoy stories, songs and a craft! Siblings are welcome. Pre-registration is required if you'll be bringing more than 4 children. Please call (413) 263-6853. Mason Square         Location: Mason Square Community Room   12:00 PM  -  1:30 PM Lunch Learning Series       Contact: Daisy Reyes   413.654.1319   dreyes@chd.org     Youth and Families Collaborative learning series for providers and community regarding substance abuse prevention, intervention, treatment and recovery. Not a library sponsored program. http://www.chd.org/         Location: Mason Square Community Room   1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park       Contact: East Forest Park   263-6836        Beginning and advanced knitters and crocheters are invited to share ideas and learn a new skill. Bring a knitting or crochet project you are currently working on. Complete beginner or clueless? Bring a ball of worsted weight yarn and a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook, or a pair of size 8 or 10 knitting needles and we will show you the basics. Projects for donating to area organizations will also be created. The Knit-alongs meet every Wednesday at 1 pm. East Forest Park         Location: East Forest Park   2:00 PM  -  5:00 PM Planning Meeting       John Ramsay     Location: large conference room   3:45 PM  -  5:00 PM American Girls Club at East Springfield       Contact: Tricia   263-6840        Every month fans of the American Girls books and dolls get together to discuss the books and learn about historical events featured in the books by playing games, making crafts, having a snack, and seeing other library materials related to the era portrayed in the book. Girls aged 7 to 12 are welcome to join the club. Copies of the books will be available to check out. Space is limited, so pre-registration is required! East Springfield         Location: East Springfield   6:00 PM  -  7:30 PM ECRC: Mixing in Math Workshop: English       Contact: Children's Room   413.263.6828 x 201        When you're with children, do you ... play games? read? cook? do craft projects? You can mix math into all those things! At this workshop, you will learn how to sprinkle a little math into what you already do with children. Come ready to explore shapes, sizes, and patterns in everyday life. You'll leave with ideas for activities, games, and projects that provide a hands-on, active, and interdisciplinary approach to math for young children. Check out the Mixing in Math website to learn more. This free workshop will be held on Wednesday, May 16 from 6-7:30 at the Central Library on State Street. Free parking is available across the street. Note: this workshop will be offered in English AND in Spanish (two different rooms) simultaneously. Space is limited in both sessions. Registration opens on Monday, May 7, 2012. ECRC         Location: Central Library Community Room       6:00 PM  -  7:30 PM ECRC: Mixing in Math Workshop: Spanish       Contact: Children's Room   413.263.6828 x 201        Cuando usted está con niños y niñas, ¿Juega con ellos? ¿Les lee? ¿Cocina con ellos? ¿Hace actividades de arte con ellos? ¡Ahora puede hacer todas estas cosas! En este taller, aprenderá cómo rociar un poco de matemáticas en sus actividades diarias con los niños y niñas. Venga listo para explorar formas, tamaños, y patrones en la vida diaria. En este taller obtendremos ideas para actividades, juegos, y proyectos para niños pequeños con un enfoque activo, práctico, e interdisciplinar. Visite el sitio de Mixing in Math para aprender más: El taller es gratis y será ofrecido el 16 de mayo a las 6 de la tarde hasta las 7:30 en la Biblioteca Central, 220 de la calle State. Hay aparcamiento gratis en frente de la Biblioteca. El taller será ofrecido en inglés y en español, en dos salones. El espacio es limitado. La inscripción empieza el lunes, el 7 de mayo, 2012. ECRC         Location: Central Library Children's Program Room     Thursday May 17, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Toddler Storytime at the Children's Room       Contact: Children's Room   413-263-6828 x201        Thursdays, 10:00 a.m., March 1-May 24. For ages 12-36 months, siblings welcome. Join us in the Central Library Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and movement! Pre-registration required if bringing more than 4 children. Children's Programs         Location: Central Library Children's Program Room   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Mason Square Branch Library   413.263.6853        Preschool storytimes in the Community Room. Enjoy stories, songs and a craft! Siblings are welcome. Pre-registration is required if you'll be bringing more than 4 children. Please call (413) 263-6853.     Location: Mason Square Community Room   12:00 PM  -  1:30 PM Foster Grandparent program       In service meeting sponsored by the Urban League of Springfield.     Location: Mason Square Community Room

12:15 PM  -  4:00 PM PIC Team Development       Contact: Bonnie M. LaPorte   413.787.7909   laporteb@sps.springfield.ma.us     Professional Development of PIC staff. Not a library sponsored program. Principal speaker: Moira Garvey. http://www.sps.springfield.ma.us/pace/default.asp         Location: Central Library Community Room   5:00 PM  -  6:30 PM Knit-n-More at Forest Park       Contact: Forest Park   263-6843        Do you want to learn to knit or crochet, or need help with a yarn project you have started? Bring a pair of #8 or #9 needles and a ball of worsted weight yarn, or a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook and a ball of worsted weight yarn to the Forest Park Branch Library and our talented volunteer, Lynn, will help you. Teens, adults and families are encouraged to stop in and give it a try! You'll be able to check out new items at the Library as well as visit with others interested in the crafts of knitting and crocheting. It's great for beginning or advanced knitters. The "Knit-n-More" group meets Thursdays from 5 -6:30 p.m. Forest Park         Location: Forest Park   5:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Community Police Beat Management Team       Contact: Kathleen Brown   (413) 787-6359   kbrown@springfieldpolice.net     Springfield Police Sector F Community Beat Team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.     Location: Mason Square Community Room   6:00 PM  -  7:30 PM Intro to the Web Computer Class at Mason Square       Contact: Mason Square   413-263-6853        Explore the web using Mozilla Firefox, discover basic web navigation, and learn efficient web searching strategies. This basics class is part lecture, part “open clinic,” with a chance to practice and ask questions. Registration is required. Class size limited to 4. Call us at (413) 263-6853 or stop by the branch to sign up. Led by Christin. Mason Square         Location: Mason Square   6:30 PM  -  8:00 PM ESL Conversation Circle at Brightwood       Contact: Brightwood   263-6805        The Brightwood Branch Library, 359 Plainfield Street, will offer adults learning to speak English the opportunity to develop confidence and build vocabulary by joining a conversation group, meeting Tuesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. or Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m. The free Conversation Circles, for adults who speak any language, are a fun way to make new friends and practice speaking English. Brightwood         Location: Brightwood Friday May 18, 2012 Go To Top Central Library Closed on Fridays       The Central Library at 220 State Street is closed to the public on Fridays. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations   10:00 AM  -  11:30 AM Knit Lits at East Springfield       Contact: East Springfield   263-6840        A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the East Springfield Branch Library. New members are welcome and the current members are willing to teach knitting and crochet. Some yarn and needles are provided, but donations of such items will always be welcome. Coffee is provided and the members take turns bringing in a treat. East Springfield         Location: East Springfield Saturday May 19, 2012 Go To Top 11:00 AM  -  3:00 PM MFM Board Meeting       Contact: Sandra L. Overlock   413.663.3305   copernicus18@hotmail.com     Manufactured Home Federation of Massachusetts Board Meeting. Not a library sponsored event.     Location: Sixteen Acres Community Room   1:30 PM  -  2:30 PM Saturday Storytimes at the Children's Room       Contact: Children's Room   263-6828 x201        1:30 p.m., 2nd-5th Saturday of the month. Ages 3-8, siblings welcome. No registration required, but do give us your name if you'd like a reminder call. Held in the Children's Program Room. Children's Programs         Location: Central Library Children's Program Room Monday May 21, 2012 Go To Top 8:30 AM  -  12:00 PM Evergreen Circ Review       Contact: Patti D'Amario          Staff training.     Location: Central Library Computer Lab   5:30 PM  -  6:30 PM LEGO Club       Contact: Children's Room   263-6828 x201        Children in grades 1-5 will have the opportunity to create Lego masterpieces at the Library! 5:30-6:30 p.m., Mondays, Mondays, March 12-May 21. Meets in the Children’s Program Room – drop in and build some fun! Special thanks to LEGO Charity for their generous gift of LEGO and DUPLO bricks. Children's Programs         Location: Central Library Children's Room   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Out of the Ashes: Poetry Reading from the Phoenix House Poets       Contact: Matthew Jaquith   413-263-6828, x221   mjaquith@springfieldlibrary.org     Come hear the poetry of local poets from Phoenix House, a drug and alcohol recovery service in Springfield. The poet's powerful and personal poetry is born of their experiences in the recovery program and promises to be an emotional experience in the sharing. Poetry Page         Location: Central Library Community Room

Tuesday May 22, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  11:30 AM Hi!Tech: Introduction to Publisher       Contact: Reference Desk   413-263-6828 x213   mjaquith@springfieldlibrary.org     Learn the basics of home-based desktop publisher in this hands-on workshop. How to create simple, but professional looking marketing literature including calendars will be covered. Familiarity with a mouse is assumed. Led by Donna. Computer Classes         Location: Central Library Computer Lab       10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Children's Room   413-263-6828 x201        Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m., March 20-May 22, for ages 3-5 years, siblings welcome. Join us in the Central Library Community Room for stories, songs, and a craft! Pre-registration required if bringing more than 4 children. Children's Programs         Location: Central Library Community Room   1:00 PM  -  2:30 PM ESL Conversation Circle at Brightwood       Contact: Brightwood   263-6805        The Brightwood Branch Library, 359 Plainfield Street, will offer adults learning to speak English the opportunity to develop confidence and build vocabulary by joining a conversation group, meeting Tuesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. or Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m. The free Conversation Circles, for adults who speak any language, are a fun way to make new friends and practice speaking English. Brightwood         Location: Brightwood Wednesday May 23, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Wednesday Book Group       Contact: Ann Keefe   413-263-6828, x294   akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org     Share your recent reads at this lively and long-running book group, and gain exposure to new authors and titles. We're always open to new members - join us! Wednesday Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Mason Square Branch   413-263-6853        Preschool storytimes in the Community Room. Enjoy stories, songs and a craft! Siblings are welcome. Pre-registration is required if you'll be bringing more than 4 children. Please call (413) 263-6853. Mason Square         Location: Mason Square Community Room   1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park       Contact: East Forest Park   263-6836        Beginning and advanced knitters and crocheters are invited to share ideas and learn a new skill. Bring a knitting or crochet project you are currently working on. Complete beginner or clueless? Bring a ball of worsted weight yarn and a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook, or a pair of size 8 or 10 knitting needles and we will show you the basics. Projects for donating to area organizations will also be created. The Knit-alongs meet every Wednesday at 1 pm. East Forest Park         Location: East Forest Park   6:00 PM  -  7:00 PM Calling All Pirates! at East Springfield       Contact: East Springfield   263-6840   tlabroad@springfieldlibrary.org     Ahoy Mateys from 3 to 10 years old! Join us at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 23 for an evening of pirate activities, including a treasure hunt, craft and snack! All pirates not dressed in pirate garb may have to “walk the plank!” Don't miss the fun happening at the East Springfield Branch Library, 21 Osborne Terrace, Springfield. East Springfield         Location: East Springfield       6:00 PM  -  8:00 PM New Delegate Training       Contact: Nancy Stenberg   413.575.7886   nstenberg@comcast.net     Massachusetts Democratic State Committee training for delegates to the State Convention. Not a library sponsored event.     Location: Central Library Community Room Thursday May 24, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Toddler Storytime at the Children's Room       Contact: Children's Room   413-263-6828 x201        Thursdays, 10:00 a.m., March 1-May 24. For ages 12-36 months, siblings welcome. Join us in the Central Library Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and movement! Pre-registration required if bringing more than 4 children. Children's Programs         Location: Central Library Children's Program Room   10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Preschool Storytime       Contact: Mason Square Branch Library   413.263.6853        Preschool storytimes in the Community Room. Enjoy stories, songs and a craft! Siblings are welcome. Pre-registration is required if you'll be bringing more than 4 children. Please call (413) 263-6853.     Location: Mason Square Community Room   1:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Collective Impact Partners       Contact: Jonencia Wood   413.533-9325   jwood@yeahnetwork.org     Community partner meeting. Principal speaker: Patricia Quinn. Not a library sponsored program. http://www.yeahnetwork.org/index.html         Location: Central Library Community Room   4:00 PM  -  6:00 PM Planning Meeting       Contact: Eva Morales   413.750.2881   moralese@sps.springfield.ma.us     Springfield Parent Academy management team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.     Location: Mason Square Community Room

5:00 PM  -  6:30 PM Knit-n-More at Forest Park       Contact: Forest Park   263-6843        Do you want to learn to knit or crochet, or need help with a yarn project you have started? Bring a pair of #8 or #9 needles and a ball of worsted weight yarn, or a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook and a ball of worsted weight yarn to the Forest Park Branch Library and our talented volunteer, Lynn, will help you. Teens, adults and families are encouraged to stop in and give it a try! You'll be able to check out new items at the Library as well as visit with others interested in the crafts of knitting and crocheting. It's great for beginning or advanced knitters. The "Knit-n-More" group meets Thursdays from 5 -6:30 p.m. Forest Park         Location: Forest Park   6:30 PM  -  8:00 PM ESL Conversation Circle at Brightwood       Contact: Brightwood   263-6805        The Brightwood Branch Library, 359 Plainfield Street, will offer adults learning to speak English the opportunity to develop confidence and build vocabulary by joining a conversation group, meeting Tuesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. or Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m. The free Conversation Circles, for adults who speak any language, are a fun way to make new friends and practice speaking English. Brightwood         Location: Brightwood Friday May 25, 2012 Go To Top Central Library Closed on Fridays       The Central Library at 220 State Street is closed to the public on Fridays. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations   10:00 AM  -  11:30 AM Knit Lits at East Springfield       Contact: East Springfield   263-6840        A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the East Springfield Branch Library. New members are welcome and the current members are willing to teach knitting and crochet. Some yarn and needles are provided, but donations of such items will always be welcome. Coffee is provided and the members take turns bringing in a treat. East Springfield         Location: East Springfield Saturday May 26, 2012 Go To Top 9:30 AM  -  12:00 PM QRIS Family Support Group       Contact: Marcella M. Simpson   413.336.3255   msimpson@preschoolenrichmentteam.org     Preschool Enrichment Team sponsored program to support FCC providers to fulfill requirements for QRIS Level 2.     Location: Central Library Community Room   10:30 AM  -  10:30 AM Baby Storytime at the Children's Room       Contact: Children's Room   263-6828 x201        Join us in the Central Library Children’s Program Room for stories, songs, and movement! For children birth to 12 months. To sign up please stop into the Central Library Children’s Room or register online. 10:30 a.m., Saturdays, March 3 & 24, April 14, May 5 & 26. Children's Programs         Location: Central Library Children's Program Room       1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM The Arab Spring: Lecture at Sixteen Acres       Contact: Sixteen Acres   413-263-6858        Explore American and Middle Eastern culture, history, and politics in a series of monthly Saturday lectures, with a question and answer period, by retired professor and Springfield resident Dr. Donald Murphy. The Arab countries of the Middle East and North Africa won their freedom largely through the efforts of secular nationalists, often in the form of the military. Too often this new found independence was subverted by these same military leaders. The recent Arab Spring has brought calls for dramatic, revolutionary change that would bring new opportunities for people to be involved in the decision making of governing. Drawing upon his experiences while living in Egypt, Dr. Murphy will examine the promise of the spring and the reality of post revolutionary changes highlighting events of the Arab Spring in Egypt and Iran. America & the Middle East Lecture Series         Location: Sixteen Acres Community Room   1:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Poetry Workshop: Ekphrasis Poetry       Contact: Reference Desk   413-263-6828, x213        Ekphrasis Poetry--Back by popular demand, writers will get inspiration from pieces done by local visual artists, including Narelle Thomas, Awilda Oxios, and Ronald Coolbeth. After a brief introduction, you'll have the chance to write poetry inspired by one or more of the pieces of art. Then we'll share what we've written. Poetry Page         Location: Central Library Community Room     The registration period has ended.   1:30 PM  -  2:30 PM Saturday Storytimes at the Children's Room       Contact: Children's Room   263-6828 x201        1:30 p.m., 2nd-5th Saturday of the month. Ages 3-8, siblings welcome. No registration required, but do give us your name if you'd like a reminder call. Held in the Children's Program Room. Children's Programs         Location: Central Library Children's Program Room Sunday May 27, 2012 Go To Top 1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM Central's Centennial, a Celebration with Music featuring Dixieland Stomp       Contact: Matthew Jaquith   413-263-6828, x221   mjaquith@springfieldlibrary.org     Sextet of Dixie players including banjo, clarinet, cornet, trombones, and tuba performing traditional New Orleans Ragtime/Dixieland music. Much of the music is Louie Armstrong's transcriptions from the Hot 5 and Hot 7 recording done in Chicago 1927 to 1929. Dixieland Stomp Centennial Celebration         Location: Central Library Rotunda   2:00 PM  -  3:30 PM Stitching with Steven at Central       Contact: Reference Desk   263-6828 x213        Stop by the Central Library's Wellman Hall on Sunday afternoons beginning in January and you may get hooked on a new craft! You can talk to our new “stitching pro” Steven, plus meet other needle workers and exchange tips, techniques and favorite resources to refine your skills. On the second and fourth Sunday of the month, from 2-3:30 p.m., Steven will display his needlework and be available to take your questions. All skill levels are welcome, and basic guidance with knitting is also offered. Needlework is a great way to make gifts, practice artistry, coordination, and dexterity, and can be fun for hours! Programs         Location: Central Library Wellman Hall Monday May 28, 2012 Go To Top Memorial Day: All Libraries Closed       All Springfield City Library locations will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations

Tuesday May 29, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  11:30 AM Hi!Tech: Introduction to Excel       Contact: Reference Desk   413-263-6828, x213   mjaquith@springfieldlibrary.org     Excel can help manage household and small business budgets and with creating address books, membership lists, and much more. This class covers spreadsheets, formulas, and data entry. Basic knowledge of computers is assumed. Led by Anna. Computer Classes         Location: Central Library Computer Lab       1:00 PM  -  2:30 PM ESL Conversation Circle at Brightwood       Contact: Brightwood   263-6805        The Brightwood Branch Library, 359 Plainfield Street, will offer adults learning to speak English the opportunity to develop confidence and build vocabulary by joining a conversation group, meeting Tuesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. or Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m. The free Conversation Circles, for adults who speak any language, are a fun way to make new friends and practice speaking English. Brightwood         Location: Brightwood Wednesday May 30, 2012 Go To Top 1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park       Contact: East Forest Park   263-6836        Beginning and advanced knitters and crocheters are invited to share ideas and learn a new skill. Bring a knitting or crochet project you are currently working on. Complete beginner or clueless? Bring a ball of worsted weight yarn and a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook, or a pair of size 8 or 10 knitting needles and we will show you the basics. Projects for donating to area organizations will also be created. The Knit-alongs meet every Wednesday at 1 pm. East Forest Park         Location: East Forest Park   6:00 PM  -  7:00 PM East Forest Park Wednesday Book Discussion Group       Contact: East Forest Park   263-6836        The East Forest Park Book Discussion Group is a book group that meets from 6 - 7 pm on the last Wednesday of the month. We select a new book to discuss every month. Come join the discussion and meet others who also enjoy reading. New members are always welcome. This month's selection is: Annie's Ghosts: a Journey into a Family Secret by Steve Luxenberg East Forest Park         Location: East Forest Park Thursday May 31, 2012 Go To Top 5:00 PM  -  6:30 PM Knit-n-More at Forest Park       Contact: Forest Park   263-6843        Do you want to learn to knit or crochet, or need help with a yarn project you have started? Bring a pair of #8 or #9 needles and a ball of worsted weight yarn, or a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook and a ball of worsted weight yarn to the Forest Park Branch Library and our talented volunteer, Lynn, will help you. Teens, adults and families are encouraged to stop in and give it a try! You'll be able to check out new items at the Library as well as visit with others interested in the crafts of knitting and crocheting. It's great for beginning or advanced knitters. The "Knit-n-More" group meets Thursdays from 5 -6:30 p.m. Forest Park         Location: Forest Park   6:30 PM  -  8:00 PM ESL Conversation Circle at Brightwood       Contact: Brightwood   263-6805        The Brightwood Branch Library, 359 Plainfield Street, will offer adults learning to speak English the opportunity to develop confidence and build vocabulary by joining a conversation group, meeting Tuesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. or Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m. The free Conversation Circles, for adults who speak any language, are a fun way to make new friends and practice speaking English. Brightwood         Location: Brightwood Friday June 1, 2012 Go To Top Central Library Closed on Fridays       The Central Library at 220 State Street is closed to the public on Fridays. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations   10:00 AM  -  11:30 AM Knit Lits at East Springfield       Contact: East Springfield   263-6840        A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the East Springfield Branch Library. New members are welcome and the current members are willing to teach knitting and crochet. Some yarn and needles are provided, but donations of such items will always be welcome. Coffee is provided and the members take turns bringing in a treat. East Springfield         Location: East Springfield   3:30 PM  -  5:00 PM Mason Square Branch Library Advisory Committee       Neighbors meet with library staff to learn about library news and give input to staff. For more information, contact Branch Manager Jean Canosa Albano 413 263-6828, ext. 291.     Location: Mason Square Community Room Saturday June 2, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  4:00 PM Homesave & Purchase Workshops       Contact: Chris Lee   413.788.6220, x1499   clee@naca.com     Workshop sponsored by the Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America. Principal speakers: Chris Lee and Jose Rubero.     Location: Central Library Community Room   1:15 PM  -  2:30 PM Families READ at the Children's Room       Contact: Children's Room   263-6828 x201        First Saturday of every month! Drop in to the Children's Room anytime between 1:15 and 2:30 p.m. to participate. Family members sign in, then share a book (or a book chapter) together. Once you're done, come into the Program Room to play the board game of your choice and enjoy a small snack! For adults and children 12 and under. Children's Programs         Location: Central Library Children's Program Room Monday June 4, 2012 Go To Top 6:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Regulations Question and Answer Session       Contact: Terry Jackson   413.731.7966   tjackson@clarendonfdc.org     Clarendon Family Day Care, Inc. monthly meeting/information session. Not a library sponsored event.     Location: Central Library Community Room

Tuesday June 5, 2012 Go To Top 1:00 PM  -  2:30 PM ESL Conversation Circle at Brightwood       Contact: Brightwood   263-6805        The Brightwood Branch Library, 359 Plainfield Street, will offer adults learning to speak English the opportunity to develop confidence and build vocabulary by joining a conversation group, meeting Tuesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. or Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m. The free Conversation Circles, for adults who speak any language, are a fun way to make new friends and practice speaking English. Brightwood         Location: Brightwood Wednesday June 6, 2012 Go To Top 12:00 PM  -  1:30 PM East Springfield Book Group       Contact: Linda   413-263-6840        The East Springfield Book Group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 12 noon at the East Springfield Branch Library, 21 Osborne Terrace. This group chooses a different genre of fiction each month to read and discuss. The genre for the following month will be chosen at the current month's meeting. Join us and widen your book-reading horizons! For more information, contact Linda at 263-6840, or by e-mail at lgrodofsky@springfieldlibrary.org. East Springfield         Location: East Springfield   1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park       Contact: East Forest Park   263-6836        Beginning and advanced knitters and crocheters are invited to share ideas and learn a new skill. Bring a knitting or crochet project you are currently working on. Complete beginner or clueless? Bring a ball of worsted weight yarn and a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook, or a pair of size 8 or 10 knitting needles and we will show you the basics. Projects for donating to area organizations will also be created. The Knit-alongs meet every Wednesday at 1 pm. East Forest Park         Location: East Forest Park   5:30 PM  -  8:00 PM Library Commissioners Meeting       Contact: Carol   263-6828 x290        Monthly meeting of the Board of Library Commissioners. Current Agenda         Location: Central Library Community Room   6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM Central's Centennial, a Celebration with Music featuring New England Winds       Contact: Matthew Jaquith   413-263-6828, x221   mjaquith@springfieldlibrary.org     Come celebrate the Central Library’s Centennial with New England Winds (NEW), a division of the USAF Band of Liberty. NEW is a wind quintet (flute, oboe, clarinet, horn, & bassoon) offering free concerts of classical and popular music throughout New England. Join us for an evening of wonderful music, perfect for the entire family. Centennial Celebration         Location: Central Library Rotunda Thursday June 7, 2012 Go To Top 4:00 PM  -  6:00 PM Movie at Forest Park       Contact: Meg Aust-Anastasi   268-6843        Real Life? Reel Stories! Movies for the whole family! The first Thursday of every month, 4-6pm in the Forest Park Community Room. Call the branch for movie title! Forest Park         Location: Forest Park Community Room   5:00 PM  -  6:30 PM Knit-n-More at Forest Park       Contact: Forest Park   263-6843        Do you want to learn to knit or crochet, or need help with a yarn project you have started? Bring a pair of #8 or #9 needles and a ball of worsted weight yarn, or a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook and a ball of worsted weight yarn to the Forest Park Branch Library and our talented volunteer, Lynn, will help you. Teens, adults and families are encouraged to stop in and give it a try! You'll be able to check out new items at the Library as well as visit with others interested in the crafts of knitting and crocheting. It's great for beginning or advanced knitters. The "Knit-n-More" group meets Thursdays from 5 -6:30 p.m. Forest Park         Location: Forest Park   6:30 PM  -  8:00 PM ESL Conversation Circle at Brightwood       Contact: Brightwood   263-6805        The Brightwood Branch Library, 359 Plainfield Street, will offer adults learning to speak English the opportunity to develop confidence and build vocabulary by joining a conversation group, meeting Tuesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. or Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m. The free Conversation Circles, for adults who speak any language, are a fun way to make new friends and practice speaking English. Brightwood         Location: Brightwood Friday June 8, 2012 Go To Top Central Library Closed on Fridays       The Central Library at 220 State Street is closed to the public on Fridays. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations   10:00 AM  -  11:30 AM Knit Lits at East Springfield       Contact: East Springfield   263-6840        A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the East Springfield Branch Library. New members are welcome and the current members are willing to teach knitting and crochet. Some yarn and needles are provided, but donations of such items will always be welcome. Coffee is provided and the members take turns bringing in a treat. East Springfield         Location: East Springfield Saturday June 9, 2012 Go To Top 1:30 PM  -  2:30 PM Saturday Storytimes at the Children's Room       Contact: Children's Room   263-6828 x201        1:30 p.m., 2nd-5th Saturday of the month. Ages 3-8, siblings welcome. No registration required, but do give us your name if you'd like a reminder call. Held in the Children's Program Room. Children's Programs         Location: Central Library Children's Program Room Monday June 11, 2012 Go To Top 5:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Brownie Share       Contact: Monica Baldyga   508.749.3610   mbaldyga@gscwm.org     Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts leader training. Not a library sponsored program.     Location: Central Library Community Room

Tuesday June 12, 2012 Go To Top 12:00 PM  -  1:00 PM Noon Hour Book Discussion Group       Contact: Chris   263-6828 x442        The Noon Book Group meets at the Springfield City Library, 220 State Street in the lower level Community Room on the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. Newcomers are always welcome. Ask for a copy of the book at the Second Level (Rotunda) Circulation Desk. Copies of each book are kept at the desk during the month prior to the selection discussion. This month's selection is Caleb's Crossing by Geraldine Brooks 2011 (fiction) Noon Hour Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room   1:00 PM  -  2:30 PM ESL Conversation Circle at Brightwood       Contact: Brightwood   263-6805        The Brightwood Branch Library, 359 Plainfield Street, will offer adults learning to speak English the opportunity to develop confidence and build vocabulary by joining a conversation group, meeting Tuesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. or Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m. The free Conversation Circles, for adults who speak any language, are a fun way to make new friends and practice speaking English. Brightwood         Location: Brightwood Wednesday June 13, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Wednesday Book Group       Contact: Ann Keefe   413-263-6828, x294   akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org     Share your recent reads at this lively and long-running book group, and gain exposure to new authors and titles. We're always open to new members - join us! Wednesday Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room   1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park       Contact: East Forest Park   263-6836        Beginning and advanced knitters and crocheters are invited to share ideas and learn a new skill. Bring a knitting or crochet project you are currently working on. Complete beginner or clueless? Bring a ball of worsted weight yarn and a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook, or a pair of size 8 or 10 knitting needles and we will show you the basics. Projects for donating to area organizations will also be created. The Knit-alongs meet every Wednesday at 1 pm. East Forest Park         Location: East Forest Park Thursday June 14, 2012 Go To Top 9:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Parent Facilitators Monthly Meeting       Contact: Enid Rodriguez   413.787.7908   rodriguezen@sps.springfield.ma.us     Sponsored by the Springfield Public Schools Family Education Department, a monthly meeting of Parent Facilitators. http://www.sps.springfield.ma.us         Location: Central Library Community Room   5:00 PM  -  6:30 PM Knit-n-More at Forest Park       Contact: Forest Park   263-6843        Do you want to learn to knit or crochet, or need help with a yarn project you have started? Bring a pair of #8 or #9 needles and a ball of worsted weight yarn, or a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook and a ball of worsted weight yarn to the Forest Park Branch Library and our talented volunteer, Lynn, will help you. Teens, adults and families are encouraged to stop in and give it a try! You'll be able to check out new items at the Library as well as visit with others interested in the crafts of knitting and crocheting. It's great for beginning or advanced knitters. The "Knit-n-More" group meets Thursdays from 5 -6:30 p.m. Forest Park         Location: Forest Park   6:30 PM  -  8:00 PM ESL Conversation Circle at Brightwood       Contact: Brightwood   263-6805        The Brightwood Branch Library, 359 Plainfield Street, will offer adults learning to speak English the opportunity to develop confidence and build vocabulary by joining a conversation group, meeting Tuesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. or Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m. The free Conversation Circles, for adults who speak any language, are a fun way to make new friends and practice speaking English. Brightwood         Location: Brightwood Friday June 15, 2012 Go To Top Central Library Closed on Fridays       The Central Library at 220 State Street is closed to the public on Fridays. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations   10:00 AM  -  11:30 AM Knit Lits at East Springfield       Contact: East Springfield   263-6840        A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the East Springfield Branch Library. New members are welcome and the current members are willing to teach knitting and crochet. Some yarn and needles are provided, but donations of such items will always be welcome. Coffee is provided and the members take turns bringing in a treat. East Springfield         Location: East Springfield Saturday June 16, 2012 Go To Top 11:00 AM  -  1:00 PM Football Signups       Contact: Crystal Mendoza   413.301.8381   davinJ1@verizon.net     Springfield Wildcats Youth football and cheerleading signups. Not a library sponsored event.     Location: Forest Park Community Room   1:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Poetry Reading       Contact: Reference Desk   413-263-6828, x213        Come hear your friends and neighbors read their poems. Local poets will share their work in this family-friendly, bilingual event (Spanish & English). Copies of the poets' books and audiomaterials will be available for sale at the reading. Pre-registration is required for all poets who would like to read. We'll accept as many entries as we can accommodate in two hours. Please pre-register by calling (413) 263-6828, x 213 or sign up online. Limit of two poems per reader. Hosted by Maria Luisa Arroyo. Poetry Page         Location: Central Library Rotunda       1:30 PM  -  2:30 PM Saturday Storytimes at the Children's Room       Contact: Children's Room   263-6828 x201        1:30 p.m., 2nd-5th Saturday of the month. Ages 3-8, siblings welcome. No registration required, but do give us your name if you'd like a reminder call. Held in the Children's Program Room. Children's Programs         Location: Central Library Children's Program Room

Monday June 18, 2012 Go To Top 5:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Jump Into Juniors       Contact: Monica Baldyga   508.749.3610   mbaldyga@gscwm.org     Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts leader training. Not a library sponsored program.     Location: Central Library Community Room Tuesday June 19, 2012 Go To Top 1:00 PM  -  2:30 PM ESL Conversation Circle at Brightwood       Contact: Brightwood   263-6805        The Brightwood Branch Library, 359 Plainfield Street, will offer adults learning to speak English the opportunity to develop confidence and build vocabulary by joining a conversation group, meeting Tuesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. or Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m. The free Conversation Circles, for adults who speak any language, are a fun way to make new friends and practice speaking English. Brightwood         Location: Brightwood Wednesday June 20, 2012 Go To Top 1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park       Contact: East Forest Park   263-6836        Beginning and advanced knitters and crocheters are invited to share ideas and learn a new skill. Bring a knitting or crochet project you are currently working on. Complete beginner or clueless? Bring a ball of worsted weight yarn and a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook, or a pair of size 8 or 10 knitting needles and we will show you the basics. Projects for donating to area organizations will also be created. The Knit-alongs meet every Wednesday at 1 pm. East Forest Park         Location: East Forest Park   3:45 PM  -  5:00 PM American Girls Club at East Springfield       Contact: Tricia   263-6840        Every month fans of the American Girls books and dolls get together to discuss the books and learn about historical events featured in the books by playing games, making crafts, having a snack, and seeing other library materials related to the era portrayed in the book. Girls aged 7 to 12 are welcome to join the club. Copies of the books will be available to check out. Space is limited, so pre-registration is required! East Springfield         Location: East Springfield Thursday June 21, 2012 Go To Top 5:00 PM  -  6:30 PM Knit-n-More at Forest Park       Contact: Forest Park   263-6843        Do you want to learn to knit or crochet, or need help with a yarn project you have started? Bring a pair of #8 or #9 needles and a ball of worsted weight yarn, or a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook and a ball of worsted weight yarn to the Forest Park Branch Library and our talented volunteer, Lynn, will help you. Teens, adults and families are encouraged to stop in and give it a try! You'll be able to check out new items at the Library as well as visit with others interested in the crafts of knitting and crocheting. It's great for beginning or advanced knitters. The "Knit-n-More" group meets Thursdays from 5 -6:30 p.m. Forest Park         Location: Forest Park   5:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Community Police Beat Management Team       Contact: Kathleen Brown   (413) 787-6359   kbrown@springfieldpolice.net     Springfield Police Sector F Community Beat Team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.     Location: Mason Square Community Room   6:30 PM  -  8:00 PM ESL Conversation Circle at Brightwood       Contact: Brightwood   263-6805        The Brightwood Branch Library, 359 Plainfield Street, will offer adults learning to speak English the opportunity to develop confidence and build vocabulary by joining a conversation group, meeting Tuesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. or Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m. The free Conversation Circles, for adults who speak any language, are a fun way to make new friends and practice speaking English. Brightwood         Location: Brightwood Friday June 22, 2012 Go To Top Central Library Closed on Fridays       The Central Library at 220 State Street is closed to the public on Fridays. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations   10:00 AM  -  11:30 AM Knit Lits at East Springfield       Contact: East Springfield   263-6840        A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the East Springfield Branch Library. New members are welcome and the current members are willing to teach knitting and crochet. Some yarn and needles are provided, but donations of such items will always be welcome. Coffee is provided and the members take turns bringing in a treat. East Springfield         Location: East Springfield   12:30 PM  -  4:30 PM Racial Healing Grantee Youth Conference       Contact: Anne Richmond   413.736.5136   anne@gardeningthecommunity.org     Gardening the Community regional youth meeting. Not a library sponsored program.     Location: Mason Square Community Room Saturday June 23, 2012 Go To Top 9:30 AM  -  3:30 PM QRIS Family Support Group       Contact: Marcella M. Simpson   413.336.3255   msimpson@preschoolenrichmentteam.org     Preschool Enrichment Team sponsored program to support FCC providers to fulfill requirements for QRIS Level 2.     Location: Central Library Community Room   1:30 PM  -  2:30 PM Saturday Storytimes at the Children's Room       Contact: Children's Room   263-6828 x201        1:30 p.m., 2nd-5th Saturday of the month. Ages 3-8, siblings welcome. No registration required, but do give us your name if you'd like a reminder call. Held in the Children's Program Room. Children's Programs         Location: Central Library Children's Program Room

Monday June 25, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Staff training: eReaderpalooza, e-readers and libraries       Contact: Matthew Jaquith   413-263-6828, x221   mjaquith@springfieldlibrary.org     Staff training led by MLS's Rick Levine. Two session: one from 10-12 noon, and then a 2nd (which is a repeat of the 1st) from 1-3 p.m. For library staff only.     Location: Central Library Community Room       1:00 PM  -  3:00 PM Staff training: eReaderpalooza, e-readers and libraries       Contact: Matthew Jaquith   413-263-6828, x221   mjaquith@springfieldlibrary.org     Staff training led by MLS's Rick Levine. Two session: one from 10-12 noon, and then a 2nd (which is a repeat of the 1st) from 1-3 p.m. For library staff only.     Location: Central Library Community Room     Tuesday June 26, 2012 Go To Top 1:00 PM  -  2:30 PM ESL Conversation Circle at Brightwood       Contact: Brightwood   263-6805        The Brightwood Branch Library, 359 Plainfield Street, will offer adults learning to speak English the opportunity to develop confidence and build vocabulary by joining a conversation group, meeting Tuesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. or Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m. The free Conversation Circles, for adults who speak any language, are a fun way to make new friends and practice speaking English. Brightwood         Location: Brightwood   1:00 PM  -  4:00 PM Pre-Health Summer Academic Enrichment Program       Contact: Justin Chellman   413.787.6757   jchellman@springfieldcityhall.com     Orientation sponsored by the Pioneer Valley AHEC, Springfield Department of Health & Human Services. Principal Speaker: Justin Chellman.     Location: Central Library Community Room Wednesday June 27, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Wednesday Book Group       Contact: Ann Keefe   413-263-6828, x294   akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org     Share your recent reads at this lively and long-running book group, and gain exposure to new authors and titles. We're always open to new members - join us! Wednesday Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room   1:00 PM  -  2:00 PM Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park       Contact: East Forest Park   263-6836        Beginning and advanced knitters and crocheters are invited to share ideas and learn a new skill. Bring a knitting or crochet project you are currently working on. Complete beginner or clueless? Bring a ball of worsted weight yarn and a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook, or a pair of size 8 or 10 knitting needles and we will show you the basics. Projects for donating to area organizations will also be created. The Knit-alongs meet every Wednesday at 1 pm. East Forest Park         Location: East Forest Park   1:00 PM  -  4:00 PM Pre-Health Summer Academic Enrichment Program       Contact: Justin Chellman   413.787.6757   jchellman@springfieldcityhall.com     Orientation sponsored by the Pioneer Valley AHEC, Springfield Department of Health & Human Services. Principal Speaker: Justin Chellman.     Location: Central Library Community Room   6:00 PM  -  7:00 PM East Forest Park Wednesday Book Discussion Group       Contact: East Forest Park   263-6836        The East Forest Park Book Discussion Group is a book group that meets from 6 - 7 pm on the last Wednesday of the month. We select a new book to discuss every month. Come join the discussion and meet others who also enjoy reading. New members are always welcome. This month's selection is: Friendship Bread by Darien Gee East Forest Park         Location: East Forest Park Thursday June 28, 2012 Go To Top 2:00 PM  -  3:30 PM Before You Seek a Grant: A Checklist for New Nonprofits       Contact: Reference Desk   413-263-6828 x213   dgoldthwaite@springfieldlibrary.org     This presentation will provide you with a step-by-step approach to help increase your organization's readiness for foundation fundraising, addressing such questions as: What groundwork do I have to have in place before approaching foundations for funding? What are the steps to obtaining incorporation and nonprofit status and where can I get some help to do so? What are the characteristics of successful nonprofits? This course is geared towards representatives of community groups without nonprofit status or new nonprofits with very little experience. We focus specifically on foundation fundraising. Nonprofits Page         Location: Central Library Community Room       4:00 PM  -  6:00 PM Planning Meeting       Contact: Eva Morales   413.750.2881   moralese@sps.springfield.ma.us     Springfield Parent Academy management team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.     Location: Mason Square Community Room   5:00 PM  -  6:30 PM Knit-n-More at Forest Park       Contact: Forest Park   263-6843        Do you want to learn to knit or crochet, or need help with a yarn project you have started? Bring a pair of #8 or #9 needles and a ball of worsted weight yarn, or a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook and a ball of worsted weight yarn to the Forest Park Branch Library and our talented volunteer, Lynn, will help you. Teens, adults and families are encouraged to stop in and give it a try! You'll be able to check out new items at the Library as well as visit with others interested in the crafts of knitting and crocheting. It's great for beginning or advanced knitters. The "Knit-n-More" group meets Thursdays from 5 -6:30 p.m. Forest Park         Location: Forest Park   6:30 PM  -  8:00 PM ESL Conversation Circle at Brightwood       Contact: Brightwood   263-6805        The Brightwood Branch Library, 359 Plainfield Street, will offer adults learning to speak English the opportunity to develop confidence and build vocabulary by joining a conversation group, meeting Tuesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. or Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m. The free Conversation Circles, for adults who speak any language, are a fun way to make new friends and practice speaking English. Brightwood         Location: Brightwood

Friday June 29, 2012 Go To Top Central Library Closed on Fridays       The Central Library at 220 State Street is closed to the public on Fridays. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations   10:00 AM  -  11:30 AM Knit Lits at East Springfield       Contact: East Springfield   263-6840        A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the East Springfield Branch Library. New members are welcome and the current members are willing to teach knitting and crochet. Some yarn and needles are provided, but donations of such items will always be welcome. Coffee is provided and the members take turns bringing in a treat. East Springfield         Location: East Springfield Saturday June 30, 2012 Go To Top 1:30 PM  -  2:30 PM Saturday Storytimes at the Children's Room       Contact: Children's Room   263-6828 x201        1:30 p.m., 2nd-5th Saturday of the month. Ages 3-8, siblings welcome. No registration required, but do give us your name if you'd like a reminder call. Held in the Children's Program Room. Children's Programs         Location: Central Library Children's Program Room Wednesday July 4, 2012 Go To Top Independence Day: All Libraries Closed       All Springfield City Library locations will be closed in observance of Independence Day. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations Saturday July 7, 2012 Go To Top 11:00 AM  -  1:00 PM Football Signups       Contact: Crystal Mendoza   413.301.8381   davinJ1@verizon.net     Springfield Wildcats Youth football and cheerleading signups. Not a library sponsored event.     Location: Forest Park Community Room Tuesday July 10, 2012 Go To Top 12:00 PM  -  1:00 PM Noon Hour Book Discussion Group       Contact: Chris   263-6828 x442        The Noon Book Group meets at the Springfield City Library, 220 State Street in the lower level Community Room on the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. Newcomers are always welcome. Ask for a copy of the book at the Second Level (Rotunda) Circulation Desk. Copies of each book are kept at the desk during the month prior to the selection discussion. This month's selection is Cocktail Hour Under the Tree of Forgetfulness by Alexandra Fuller 2011( memoir) Noon Hour Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room Wednesday July 11, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Wednesday Book Group       Contact: Ann Keefe   413-263-6828, x294   akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org     Share your recent reads at this lively and long-running book group, and gain exposure to new authors and titles. We're always open to new members - join us! Wednesday Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room   12:00 PM  -  1:30 PM East Springfield Book Group       Contact: Linda   413-263-6840        Note: The July meeting has been rescheduled due to the July 4 holiday. The East Springfield Book Group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 12 noon at the East Springfield Branch Library, 21 Osborne Terrace. This group chooses a different genre of fiction each month to read and discuss. The genre for the following month will be chosen at the current month's meeting. Join us and widen your book-reading horizons! For more information, contact Linda at 263-6840, or by e-mail at lgrodofsky@springfieldlibrary.org. East Springfield         Location: East Springfield Thursday July 19, 2012 Go To Top 5:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Community Police Beat Management Team       Contact: Kathleen Brown   (413) 787-6359   kbrown@springfieldpolice.net     Springfield Police Sector F Community Beat Team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.     Location: Mason Square Community Room Wednesday July 25, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Wednesday Book Group       Contact: Ann Keefe   413-263-6828, x294   akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org     Share your recent reads at this lively and long-running book group, and gain exposure to new authors and titles. We're always open to new members - join us! Wednesday Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room   6:00 PM  -  7:00 PM East Forest Park Wednesday Book Discussion Group       Contact: East Forest Park   263-6836        The East Forest Park Book Discussion Group is a book group that meets from 6 - 7 pm on the last Wednesday of the month. We select a new book to discuss every month. Come join the discussion and meet others who also enjoy reading. New members are always welcome. This month's selection is: The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne East Forest Park         Location: East Forest Park Saturday July 28, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  4:00 PM Homesave & Purchase Workshops       Contact: Chris Lee   413.788.6220, x1499   clee@naca.com     Workshop sponsored by the Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America. Principal speakers: Chris Lee and Jose Rubero.     Location: Central Library Community Room

Wednesday August 1, 2012 Go To Top 12:00 PM  -  1:30 PM East Springfield Book Group       Contact: Linda   413-263-6840        The East Springfield Book Group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 12 noon at the East Springfield Branch Library, 21 Osborne Terrace. This group chooses a different genre of fiction each month to read and discuss. The genre for the following month will be chosen at the current month's meeting. Join us and widen your book-reading horizons! For more information, contact Linda at 263-6840, or by e-mail at lgrodofsky@springfieldlibrary.org. East Springfield         Location: East Springfield   5:30 PM  -  8:00 PM Library Commissioners Meeting       Contact: Carol   263-6828 x290        Monthly meeting of the Board of Library Commissioners. Current Agenda         Location: Central Library Community Room Wednesday August 8, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Wednesday Book Group       Contact: Ann Keefe   413-263-6828, x294   akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org     Share your recent reads at this lively and long-running book group, and gain exposure to new authors and titles. We're always open to new members - join us! Wednesday Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room Tuesday August 14, 2012 Go To Top 12:00 PM  -  1:00 PM Noon Hour Book Discussion Group       Contact: Chris   263-6828 x442        The Noon Book Group meets at the Springfield City Library, 220 State Street in the lower level Community Room on the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. Newcomers are always welcome. Ask for a copy of the book at the Second Level (Rotunda) Circulation Desk. Copies of each book are kept at the desk during the month prior to the selection discussion. This month's selection is City of Veils by Zoe Ferraris 2010 (fiction) Noon Hour Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room Wednesday August 15, 2012 Go To Top 12:00 PM  -  1:00 PM Read Aloud Training       Contact: Maria DeAngelis   413.787.7015   dangelism@sps.springfield.ma.us     Springfield School Volunteers read aloud training. Not a library sponsored event. http://springfieldschoolvolunteers.org/         Location: Central Library Community Room Thursday August 16, 2012 Go To Top 5:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Community Police Beat Management Team       Contact: Kathleen Brown   (413) 787-6359   kbrown@springfieldpolice.net     Springfield Police Sector F Community Beat Team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.     Location: Mason Square Community Room Wednesday August 22, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Wednesday Book Group       Contact: Ann Keefe   413-263-6828, x294   akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org     Share your recent reads at this lively and long-running book group, and gain exposure to new authors and titles. We're always open to new members - join us! Wednesday Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room Wednesday August 29, 2012 Go To Top 6:00 PM  -  7:00 PM East Forest Park Wednesday Book Discussion Group       Contact: East Forest Park   263-6836        The East Forest Park Book Discussion Group is a book group that meets from 6 - 7 pm on the last Wednesday of the month. We select a new book to discuss every month. Come join the discussion and meet others who also enjoy reading. New members are always welcome. This month's selection is: East Forest Park         Location: East Forest Park Monday September 3, 2012 Go To Top Labor Day: All Libraries Closed       All Springfield City Library locations will be closed in observance of Labor Day. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations Wednesday September 5, 2012 Go To Top 12:00 PM  -  1:30 PM East Springfield Book Group       Contact: Linda   413-263-6840        The East Springfield Book Group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 12 noon at the East Springfield Branch Library, 21 Osborne Terrace. This group chooses a different genre of fiction each month to read and discuss. The genre for the following month will be chosen at the current month's meeting. Join us and widen your book-reading horizons! For more information, contact Linda at 263-6840, or by e-mail at lgrodofsky@springfieldlibrary.org. East Springfield         Location: East Springfield   5:30 PM  -  8:00 PM Library Commissioners Meeting       Contact: Carol   263-6828 x290        Monthly meeting of the Board of Library Commissioners. Current Agenda         Location: Central Library Community Room Tuesday September 11, 2012 Go To Top 12:00 PM  -  1:00 PM Noon Hour Book Discussion Group       Contact: Chris   263-6828 x442        The Noon Book Group meets at the Springfield City Library, 220 State Street in the lower level Community Room on the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. Newcomers are always welcome. Ask for a copy of the book at the Second Level (Rotunda) Circulation Desk. Copies of each book are kept at the desk during the month prior to the selection discussion. This month's selection is Last Man in Tower by Aravind Adiga 2011 (fiction) Noon Hour Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room

Wednesday September 12, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Wednesday Book Group       Contact: Ann Keefe   413-263-6828, x294   akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org     Share your recent reads at this lively and long-running book group, and gain exposure to new authors and titles. We're always open to new members - join us! Wednesday Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room Thursday September 20, 2012 Go To Top 5:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Community Police Beat Management Team       Contact: Kathleen Brown   (413) 787-6359   kbrown@springfieldpolice.net     Springfield Police Sector F Community Beat Team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.     Location: Mason Square Community Room Wednesday September 26, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Wednesday Book Group       Contact: Ann Keefe   413-263-6828, x294   akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org     Share your recent reads at this lively and long-running book group, and gain exposure to new authors and titles. We're always open to new members - join us! Wednesday Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room   6:00 PM  -  7:00 PM East Forest Park Wednesday Book Discussion Group       Contact: East Forest Park   263-6836        The East Forest Park Book Discussion Group is a book group that meets from 6 - 7 pm on the last Wednesday of the month. We select a new book to discuss every month. Come join the discussion and meet others who also enjoy reading. New members are always welcome. This month's selection is: East Forest Park         Location: East Forest Park Wednesday October 3, 2012 Go To Top 12:00 PM  -  1:30 PM East Springfield Book Group       Contact: Linda   413-263-6840        The East Springfield Book Group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 12 noon at the East Springfield Branch Library, 21 Osborne Terrace. This group chooses a different genre of fiction each month to read and discuss. The genre for the following month will be chosen at the current month's meeting. Join us and widen your book-reading horizons! For more information, contact Linda at 263-6840, or by e-mail at lgrodofsky@springfieldlibrary.org. East Springfield         Location: East Springfield   5:30 PM  -  8:00 PM Library Commissioners Meeting       Contact: Carol   263-6828 x290        Monthly meeting of the Board of Library Commissioners. Current Agenda         Location: Central Library Community Room Monday October 8, 2012 Go To Top Columbus Day: All Libraries Closed       All Springfield City Library locations will be closed in observance of Columbus Day. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations Tuesday October 9, 2012 Go To Top 12:00 PM  -  1:00 PM Noon Hour Book Discussion Group       Contact: Chris   263-6828 x442        The Noon Book Group meets at the Springfield City Library, 220 State Street in the lower level Community Room on the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. Newcomers are always welcome. Ask for a copy of the book at the Second Level (Rotunda) Circulation Desk. Copies of each book are kept at the desk during the month prior to the selection discussion. This month's selection is to be announced. Noon Hour Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room Wednesday October 10, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Wednesday Book Group       Contact: Ann Keefe   413-263-6828, x294   akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org     Share your recent reads at this lively and long-running book group, and gain exposure to new authors and titles. We're always open to new members - join us! Wednesday Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room Thursday October 18, 2012 Go To Top 5:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Community Police Beat Management Team       Contact: Kathleen Brown   (413) 787-6359   kbrown@springfieldpolice.net     Springfield Police Sector F Community Beat Team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.     Location: Mason Square Community Room Wednesday October 24, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Wednesday Book Group       Contact: Ann Keefe   413-263-6828, x294   akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org     Share your recent reads at this lively and long-running book group, and gain exposure to new authors and titles. We're always open to new members - join us! Wednesday Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room Wednesday October 31, 2012 Go To Top 6:00 PM  -  7:00 PM East Forest Park Wednesday Book Discussion Group       Contact: East Forest Park   263-6836        The East Forest Park Book Discussion Group is a book group that meets from 6 - 7 pm on the last Wednesday of the month. We select a new book to discuss every month. Come join the discussion and meet others who also enjoy reading. New members are always welcome. This month's selection is: East Forest Park         Location: East Forest Park

Wednesday November 7, 2012 Go To Top 12:00 PM  -  1:30 PM East Springfield Book Group       Contact: Linda   413-263-6840        The East Springfield Book Group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 12 noon at the East Springfield Branch Library, 21 Osborne Terrace. This group chooses a different genre of fiction each month to read and discuss. The genre for the following month will be chosen at the current month's meeting. Join us and widen your book-reading horizons! For more information, contact Linda at 263-6840, or by e-mail at lgrodofsky@springfieldlibrary.org. East Springfield         Location: East Springfield   5:30 PM  -  8:00 PM Library Commissioners Meeting       Contact: Carol   263-6828 x290        Monthly meeting of the Board of Library Commissioners. Current Agenda         Location: Central Library Community Room Sunday November 11, 2012 Go To Top Veterans Day: All Libraries Closed       The Central Library will be closed in observance of Veterans Day. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations Monday November 12, 2012 Go To Top Veterans Day (Observed): All Libraries Closed       All Springfield City Library locations will be closed in observance of Veterans Day. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations Tuesday November 13, 2012 Go To Top 12:00 PM  -  1:00 PM Noon Hour Book Discussion Group       Contact: Chris   263-6828 x442        The Noon Book Group meets at the Springfield City Library, 220 State Street in the lower level Community Room on the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. Newcomers are always welcome. Ask for a copy of the book at the Second Level (Rotunda) Circulation Desk. Copies of each book are kept at the desk during the month prior to the selection discussion. This month's selection is The Ghost at the Table by Suzanne Berne 2006 (fiction) Noon Hour Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room Wednesday November 14, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Wednesday Book Group       Contact: Ann Keefe   413-263-6828, x294   akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org     Share your recent reads at this lively and long-running book group, and gain exposure to new authors and titles. We're always open to new members - join us! Wednesday Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room Thursday November 15, 2012 Go To Top 5:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Community Police Beat Management Team       Contact: Kathleen Brown   (413) 787-6359   kbrown@springfieldpolice.net     Springfield Police Sector F Community Beat Team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.     Location: Mason Square Community Room Wednesday November 21, 2012 Go To Top Thanksgiving Eve: All Libraries Close at 5 pm       All Springfield City Library locations will close at 5 pm. on Thanksgiving Eve. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations Thursday November 22, 2012 Go To Top Thanksgiving Day: All Libraries Closed       All Springfield City Library locations will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations Wednesday November 28, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Wednesday Book Group       Contact: Ann Keefe   413-263-6828, x294   akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org     Share your recent reads at this lively and long-running book group, and gain exposure to new authors and titles. We're always open to new members - join us! Wednesday Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room   6:00 PM  -  7:00 PM East Forest Park Wednesday Book Discussion Group       Contact: East Forest Park   263-6836        The East Forest Park Book Discussion Group is a book group that meets from 6 - 7 pm on the last Wednesday of the month. We select a new book to discuss every month. Come join the discussion and meet others who also enjoy reading. New members are always welcome. This month's selection is: East Forest Park         Location: East Forest Park Wednesday December 5, 2012 Go To Top 12:00 PM  -  1:30 PM East Springfield Book Group       Contact: Linda   413-263-6840        The East Springfield Book Group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 12 noon at the East Springfield Branch Library, 21 Osborne Terrace. This group chooses a different genre of fiction each month to read and discuss. The genre for the following month will be chosen at the current month's meeting. Join us and widen your book-reading horizons! For more information, contact Linda at 263-6840, or by e-mail at lgrodofsky@springfieldlibrary.org. East Springfield         Location: East Springfield

5:30 PM  -  8:00 PM Library Commissioners Meeting       Contact: Carol   263-6828 x290        Monthly meeting of the Board of Library Commissioners. Current Agenda         Location: Central Library Community Room Tuesday December 11, 2012 Go To Top 12:00 PM  -  1:00 PM Noon Hour Book Discussion Group       Contact: Chris   263-6828 x442        The Noon Book Group meets at the Springfield City Library, 220 State Street in the lower level Community Room on the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. Newcomers are always welcome. Ask for a copy of the book at the Second Level (Rotunda) Circulation Desk. Copies of each book are kept at the desk during the month prior to the selection discussion. This month's selection is The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins 2008 (fiction) Noon Hour Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room Wednesday December 12, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  12:00 PM Wednesday Book Group       Contact: Ann Keefe   413-263-6828, x294   akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org     Share your recent reads at this lively and long-running book group, and gain exposure to new authors and titles. We're always open to new members - join us! Wednesday Book Group         Location: Central Library Community Room Saturday December 15, 2012 Go To Top 10:00 AM  -  4:00 PM Homesave- Homebuyer Workshops       Contact: Chris Lee   413.788.6220, x1499   clee@naca.com     Workshop sponsored by the Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America. Principal speakers: Chris Lee.     Location: Central Library Community Room Thursday December 20, 2012 Go To Top 5:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Community Police Beat Management Team       Contact: Kathleen Brown   (413) 787-6359   kbrown@springfieldpolice.net     Springfield Police Sector F Community Beat Team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.     Location: Mason Square Community Room Monday December 24, 2012 Go To Top Christmas Eve: All Libraries Closed       All Springfield City Library locations will be closed in observance of Christmas Eve. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations Tuesday December 25, 2012 Go To Top Christmas Day: All Libraries Closed       All Springfield City Library locations will be closed in observance of Christmas Day. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations Wednesday December 26, 2012 Go To Top 6:00 PM  -  7:00 PM East Forest Park Wednesday Book Discussion Group       Contact: East Forest Park   263-6836        The East Forest Park Book Discussion Group is a book group that meets from 6 - 7 pm on the last Wednesday of the month. We select a new book to discuss every month. Come join the discussion and meet others who also enjoy reading. New members are always welcome. This month's selection is: East Forest Park         Location: East Forest Park Monday December 31, 2012 Go To Top New Year's Eve: All Libraries Close at 5 pm       All Springfield City Library locations will close at 5 pm. on New Year's Eve. Locations & Hours         Location: All Library Locations

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