Monday June 17, 2013
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Saturday August 3, 2013
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Beneath the Surface: Summer Reading Club for Teens
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Contact: Martha Coons 413-263-6828 x425 mcoons@springfieldlibrary.org
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Stop by your local branch to sign up or register online for Beneath the Surface, the 2013 Summer Reading Club for Teens, which runs from July 17 - August 3!
Read, share your opinions online, and win prizes!
Stop by for weekly activities at all library branches!
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Location: All Library Locations
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Monday June 17, 2013
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Saturday August 3, 2013
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Dig into Reading: Summer Reading Club for Kids
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Stop by your local branch to sign up. Stop by for weekly activities! Dig into Reading with us!
Check out or flyer for weekly drop-in activities and other programs for kids and their families!
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Location: All Library Locations
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Wednesday June 19, 2013
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Summer Storytime at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853
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Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., June 19 & June 26.
Dig in to a good story this summer at Mason Square! We’ll share stories, songs, and crafts related to our summer reading theme. For ages 3 to 6, siblings welcome!
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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COWNT Coalition Presents: Lunchtime Lecture Series
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Contact: Brenda Evans 413.787.6756 bevans@springfieldcityhall.com
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Pioneer Valley AHEC/COWNT Coalition lunchtime training workshops. Not library sponsored.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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1:00 PM
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8:00 PM
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Pictures and Words: paintings and poetry by Narelle Thomas
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Contact: Pine Point 413-263-6855 dmadsen@springfieldlibrary.org
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Springfield painter, photographer, and poet Narelle Thomas exhibits her work at the Pine Point Gallery this Spring from May 1-June 28, 2013. Drawing upon local urban settings, family, nature, and Christian iconography she vibrantly depicts scenes of pain, joy, and transformation. Come see her work, and be inspired by this youthful yet insightful new voice.
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Location: Pine Point
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1:00 PM
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8:00 PM
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Theme Wednesdays At East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Each Wednesday during summer reading, come to the East Springfield Library wearing something that fits our theme!
Today is Sports Day!
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Location: East Springfield
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Pipe Cleaner Creatures for Teens and Tweens
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Contact: Pine Point 413-263-6855 dmadsen@springfieldlibrary.org
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Doodle with pipe cleaners of different colors. Adding googly eyes, create a variety of wild animals! Take them home for display in your room.
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Location: Pine Point
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3:45 PM
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4:45 PM
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American Girls Club at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 tlabroad@springfieldlibrary.org
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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 6 to 14 are welcome to join the Club; meetings begin at 3:45 p.m.
Copies of the books will be available to check out. Space is limited, so pre-registration is required!
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Location: East Springfield
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at East Springfield
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Contact: Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: East Springfield
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5:00 PM
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6:00 PM
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Marshmallow Zombies at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 263-6836 maust-anastasi@springfieldlibrary.org
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Using marshmallows and frosting pens make ghoulish marshmallow zombies and one-eyed monsters. Eat if you dare!
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Location: East Forest Park
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Zombie T-Shirts at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Come to the library and we’ll provide you with all the supplies you need to make a zombie t-shirt! T-shirt, fabric paint, scissors to rip and cut holes, or anything else you’d
like to bring to change or stain fabric.
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Location: East Springfield
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6:00 PM
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7:30 PM
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Learning Ambassador Program
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Contact: Cindy Hutcheson 413.736.3900, x105 chutcheson@preschoolenrichmentteam.org
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Early childhood training sponsored by the Preschool Enrichment Team. Speaker is Marcella Simpson.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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PJ Storytime at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PJ Storytime Wednesdays, 6:30p.m., May 1 - August 14.
Children of all ages and their families. Drop in to the Central Library Children’s Room to listen to goodnight stories, sing songs and enjoy a tasty snack. Be sure to bring along your favorite stuffed animal to hold while you listen to some great bedtime stories!
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Thursday June 20, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:00 AM
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First Steps! Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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First Steps! June 20 - August 15.
Especially for children birth-36 months with a parent or caregiver. Join us in the Central Library Children’s Room for stories and songs and playtime! This is a great opportunity to help your baby or young toddler acquire those critical language and social skills.
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Spanish Language Storytime at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849
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Call (413) 263-6849 to register. Books, songs, rhymes, and playing, all in Spanish! For children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. You don’t need to know Spanish to attend, but all activities will be presented in Spanish. Call Jean at (413) 263-6828, ext. 291 for information.
Ven y únete con nosotros para un tiempo de cuentos en español en la biblioteca Liberty Branch. Cuentos, canciones, rimas, y tiempo para jugar, ¡todo en español! ?tPara niños de edades 2-5 acompañados por un adulto. Todas las actividades estarán presentadas en español. Llámale a Jean al (413) 263-6828, ext. 291 para más información.
Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. http://homecityfamilies.org/
Presentado en cooperación con Home City Families. http://homecityfamilies.org/
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Location: Liberty
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2:00 PM
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3:00 PM
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Scrabble Club @ Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 nclune@springfieldlibrary.org
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Are you hooked on SCRABBLE or Words with Friends? Do you play online but wish you could play face-to-face? Join other word lovers for a stimulating game at the Liberty Branch Library. You don't have to be an expert to play! All ages and skill levels are welcome.
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Location: Liberty
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Zombie T-shirts at Central Library
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Contact: Martha Coons 263-6828 x425 mcoons@springfieldlibrary.org
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Come to the library and we’ll provide you with all the supplies you need to make a zombie t-shirt! T-shirt, fabric paint, scissors to rip and cut holes, or anything else you’d
like to bring to change or stain fabric.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Marshmallow Zombies at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805 gcaffee@springfieldlibrary.org
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Using marshmallows and frosting pens make ghoulish marshmallow zombies and one-eyed monsters. Eat if you dare!
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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3:00 PM
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7:00 PM
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Marshmallow Zombies at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853 jlambert@springfieldlibrary.org
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Using marshmallows and frosting pens make ghoulish marshmallow zombies and one-eyed monsters. Eat if you dare!
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Location: Mason Square
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: Liberty
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4:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Yu-gi-oh at Forest Park
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Contact: Maeleah 413-263-6843
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Teens and young adults are invited to come learn about Yu-Gi-Oh and Magic. Meets the second and third Thursday of the month.
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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5:30 PM
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7:00 PM
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Community Police Beat Management Team
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Contact: Kathleen Brown (413) 787-6359 kbrown@springfieldpolice.net
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Springfield Police Sector F Community Beat Team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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6:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. The free Conversation Circles , for adults who speak any language, are a fun way to make new friends and practice speaking English.
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Friday June 21, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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10:00 AM
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5:00 PM
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Pictures and Words: paintings and poetry by Narelle Thomas
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Contact: Pine Point 413-263-6855 dmadsen@springfieldlibrary.org
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Springfield painter, photographer, and poet Narelle Thomas exhibits her work at the Pine Point Gallery this Spring from May 1-June 28, 2013. Drawing upon local urban settings, family, nature, and Christian iconography she vibrantly depicts scenes of pain, joy, and transformation. Come see her work, and be inspired by this youthful yet insightful new voice.
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Location: Pine Point
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Travel Club at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836 LGrodofsky@springfieldlibrary.org
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See the world from your library! Visit with your neighbors to hear about their exciting vacations and share stories about the trips you've enjoyed. Exchange hotel and travel tips, see pictures from around the world, and learn about cultures, people and places that are new to you. The program is open to both experienced and armchair travellers.
We hope to meet every month on the third Friday of the month.
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Location: East Forest Park
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10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. The free Conversation Circles , for adults who speak any language, are a fun way to make new friends and practice speaking English.
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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12:00 PM
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2:00 PM
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Monet’s Mirror, How to Pastel Paint the Water Lilies
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836 mjaquith@springfieldlibrary.org
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In this new, highly researched two hour workshop, even sheer beginners will produce their own pastel paintings, and will learn the necessarytechniques to produce an Impressionistpastel painting including the effect Monetprized the most, Impressionist Shimmer. Maichack’swater garden photos taken on site inGiverny will allow all to create a unique paintingfrom the imagery Monet actually used. As always, participants may keep their in-class creations. Supplies and materials provided.
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Location: East Forest Park
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Teen Tech Club at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square Branch 413-263-6853
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Teens! Keep your tech skills sharp this summer at Mason Square! Each week, we’ll explore a new aspect of technology- from creating Web sites and mixing audio - to editing photos and making online animations. Registration is recommended due to limited computer availability.
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June 21: Making Web sites with Google Sites
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June 28: Record your own book review with Audacity Audio Editor
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July 5: Design your own book cover with Photoshop Elements
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July 12: Film your own book or movie trailer with iMovie, pt. 1
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July 19: Film your own book or movie trailer with iMovie, pt. 2
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July 26: Direct your own cartoon with XtraNormal
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August 2: Make a Memory Map with Google Maps
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August 9: Build your own online portfolio
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Location: Mason Square
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2:00 PM
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Veterans Wreath Laying Reception
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Contact: Paul F. Bailey 413.263.6500 paulb@springfieldpartnersinc.com
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Veterans First Comprehensive Outreach Center of Western Massachusetts event. Not Library sponsored.
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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Saturday June 22, 2013
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9:00 AM
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5:00 PM
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World Refugee Day
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Contact: Tara 413-214-5100
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World Refugee Day was established by the United Nations to honor the courage, strength and determination of women, men and children who are forced to flee their homes under threat of persecution, conflict and violence.
Please join us as we mark World Refugee Day by sharing stories, film, cultural performances, food and activities for the entire family!
World Refugee Day at the Library : reading by Liberian children’s author Won-Ldy Paye, Mayoral proclamation, art activities for families and Parade of Nations.
This event is sponsored by the Western MA Refugee and Immigrant Consortium.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:30 PM
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2:30 PM
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Saturday Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Ages 3-8, with siblings welcome. No registration is required. Enjoy some great stories and make a craft. Do join us in the Children’s Program Room!
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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Monday June 24, 2013
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Saturday August 24, 2013
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Groundbreaking Reads: Adult Summer Reading Club 2013
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Contact: Matthew Jaquith 413-263-6828, x221 mjaquith@springfieldlibrary.org
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The Adult Summer Reading Club returns for 2013 with Groundbreaking Reads an exciting group of programs for adult Springfield City Library patrons. Join the club and earn chances to win raffle prizes, and enjoy any of the Groundbreaking Reads programs throughout the summer to earn additional chances to win. Read and discover what’s available to you with Groundbreaking Reads.
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Location: All Library Locations
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Monday June 24, 2013
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12:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Zentangle at Central Library
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Contact: Martha Coons 413-263-6828 x425 dmadsen@springfieldlibrary.org
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An easy to learn method of creating intersting images from repetitive patterns. It's a fascinating new art form that is fun, relaxing and meditative. Come try it! In Teen Central in Rice Hall.
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Location: Central Library
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1:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Pictures and Words: paintings and poetry by Narelle Thomas
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Contact: Pine Point 413-263-6855 dmadsen@springfieldlibrary.org
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Springfield painter, photographer, and poet Narelle Thomas exhibits her work at the Pine Point Gallery this Spring from May 1-June 28, 2013. Drawing upon local urban settings, family, nature, and Christian iconography she vibrantly depicts scenes of pain, joy, and transformation. Come see her work, and be inspired by this youthful yet insightful new voice.
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Location: Pine Point
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: East Springfield
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5:30 PM
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SOLE Union Meeting
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Contact: Christine Livingston
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Location: Large Conference Room
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Lego & Learning Lounge at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Lego and Learning Lounge!
6:30 pm, Mondays, June 3-August 19
Hang out in the Central Library Children’s Room for fun and educational activities, Including crafts, stories, board games, Lego building and more- you choose what you like! For youth 12 and under; children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or other adult.
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Tuesday June 25, 2013
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Preschool Storytime at Central Library
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., through August 13.
For ages 3-5 years, with siblings welcome. Join us in the Central Library Community Room for stories, songs, and a craft! Preregistration is required if you'll be bringing more than four children.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Zentangle at Sixteen Acres
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Contact: Sixteen Acres 263-6858 dmadsen@springfieldlibrary.org
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An easy to learn method of creating intersting images from repetitive patterns. It's a fascinating new art form that is fun, relaxing and meditative. Come try it!
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Location: Sixteen Acres
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4:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: Liberty
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6:30 PM
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Urban Fiction Book Club at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 nclune@springfieldlibrary.org
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Urban Fiction, also known as "street lit," exposes readers to the gritty realities of contemporary street life in urban America. Characters struggle with relationships, drugs, violence, sex, and crime. Well-known authors include Sistah Souljah, Wahida Clark, Tracy Brown, and Zane.
What do you think about this controversial genre? Does it reflect the world you live in? Come meet other Urban Fiction readers at the Liberty Branch for a lively discussion of your favorite authors, series, and titles.
NOTE: Adults 18 and up, please.
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Location: Liberty
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Wednesday June 26, 2013
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10:00 AM
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Wednesday Book Group
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Contact: Ann Keefe 413-263-6828, x294 akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org
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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!
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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10:30 AM
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Summer Storytime at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853
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Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., June 19 & June 26.
Dig in to a good story this summer at Mason Square! We’ll share stories, songs, and crafts related to our summer reading theme. For ages 3 to 6, siblings welcome!
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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1:00 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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1:00 PM
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Pictures and Words: paintings and poetry by Narelle Thomas
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Contact: Pine Point 413-263-6855 dmadsen@springfieldlibrary.org
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Springfield painter, photographer, and poet Narelle Thomas exhibits her work at the Pine Point Gallery this Spring from May 1-June 28, 2013. Drawing upon local urban settings, family, nature, and Christian iconography she vibrantly depicts scenes of pain, joy, and transformation. Come see her work, and be inspired by this youthful yet insightful new voice.
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Location: Pine Point
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1:00 PM
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Theme Wednesdays At East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Each Wednesday during summer reading, come to the East Springfield Library wearing something that fits our theme!
Today is Crazy Hat Day!
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Location: East Springfield
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Zentangle at Pine Point
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Contact: Pine Point 263-6855 dmadsen@springfieldlibrary.org
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An easy to learn method of creating intersting images from repetitive patterns. It's a fascinating new art form that is fun, relaxing and meditative. Come try it!
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3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Secret Garden Club (for kids)
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Contact: Tricia LaBroad tlabroad@springfieldlibrary.org
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You don't need to live on a farm to grow vegetables or flowers! Join Tricia's Secret Garden Club, and learn how to start potatoes and other plants, make a sunflower houseand a runner-bean teepee, and take care of new seedlings. Craft some outdoor decorations to bring home to your own garden.
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Location: East Springfield
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3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Zombie T-shirts at Indian Orchard
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Contact: Indian Orchard 413-263-6846 gcaffee@springfieldlibrary.org
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Come to the library and we’ll provide you with all the supplies you need to make a zombie t-shirt! T-shirt, fabric paint, scissors to rip and cut holes, or anything else you’d
like to bring to change or stain fabric.
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Location: Indian Orchard
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3:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Digging for Treasure at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836 mtipton@springfieldlibrary.org
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ARR, Matey! Dig into the fun with our Summer Reading Club and decorate your own Treasure Chest. We will supply all the things you need to create your very own Treasure Chest to take home and put your special treasures/gold in. Special surprise....all participants will be able to dig into a scrumptious, homemade Treasure Chest cake, made especially for this program.
(Come dressed as a pirate if you’d like; costumes are optional.) For ages 4-11.
Supplies are limited. Preregistration is required. Please call to register at 413-263-6836 or sign-up on our website.
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Location: East Forest Park
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: East Springfield
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5:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Springfield Parent Academy Meeting
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Contact: Jennifer Wands 413.787.7481 wandsj@sps.springfield.ma.us
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Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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6:00 PM
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7:00 PM
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East Forest Park Book Group
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Contact: Linda Grodofsky 413-263-6836 lgrodofsky@springfieldlibrary.org
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This month the East Forest Park Book Group will read and discuss The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh.
The East Forest Park Book Discussion Group meets every month from 6 - 7 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month. We select a new book to discuss every month. Come join us for a lively discussion and meet others who also enjoy reading. New members are always welcome.
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Location: East Forest Park
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6:00 PM
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QRIS Training
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Contact: Marcela M. Simpson 413.336.3255
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Preschool Enrichment Team training for Hispanic Family Child Care educators.
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Location: Central Library Computer Lab
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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PJ Storytime at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PJ Storytime Wednesdays, 6:30p.m., May 1 - August 14.
Children of all ages and their families. Drop in to the Central Library Children’s Room to listen to goodnight stories, sing songs and enjoy a tasty snack. Be sure to bring along your favorite stuffed animal to hold while you listen to some great bedtime stories!
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Thursday June 27, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:00 AM
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First Steps! Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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First Steps! June 20 - August 15.
Especially for children birth-36 months with a parent or caregiver. Join us in the Central Library Children’s Room for stories and songs and playtime! This is a great opportunity to help your baby or young toddler acquire those critical language and social skills.
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Spanish Language Storytime at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849
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Call (413) 263-6849 to register. Books, songs, rhymes, and playing, all in Spanish! For children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. You don’t need to know Spanish to attend, but all activities will be presented in Spanish. Call Jean at (413) 263-6828, ext. 291 for information.
Ven y únete con nosotros para un tiempo de cuentos en español en la biblioteca Liberty Branch. Cuentos, canciones, rimas, y tiempo para jugar, ¡todo en español! ?tPara niños de edades 2-5 acompañados por un adulto. Todas las actividades estarán presentadas en español. Llámale a Jean al (413) 263-6828, ext. 291 para más información.
Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. http://homecityfamilies.org/
Presentado en cooperación con Home City Families. http://homecityfamilies.org/
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Location: Liberty
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1:00 PM
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2:00 PM
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Zentangle at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843 maust-anastasi@springfieldlibrary.org
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An easy to learn method of creating interesting images from repetitive patterns. It’s a fascinating new art form that is fun, relaxing and meditative. Come try it! For tweens and teens.
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Location: Forest Park Program Den
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1:30 PM
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3:00 PM
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Circle in the Square at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853
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Do you remember Buckingham Junior High or the Strand Theater? Join friends and host Mason Square Branch Library Advisory Committee to chat about shops, schools, friends, and teachers from the old days in “the Square.” Bring old photos or mementos if you’d like! Light refreshments provided.
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Zombie T-shirts at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805 gcaffee@springfieldlibrary.org
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Come to the library and we’ll provide you with all the supplies you need to make a zombie t-shirt! T-shirt, fabric paint, scissors to rip and cut holes, or anything else you’d
like to bring to change or stain fabric.
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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3:30 PM
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5:00 PM
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Zentangle at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853 jlambert@springfieldlibrary.org
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An easy to learn method of creating interesting images from repetitive patterns. It’s a fascinating new art form that is fun, relaxing and meditative. Come try it!
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Location: Mason Square
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: Liberty
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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6:00 PM
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7:45 PM
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Insurance Basics
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Contact: William Fiore 413.787.7485 fiorew@sps.springfield.ma.us
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Springfield Parent Academy class. Principal speaker: Heather Arnold, Liberty Mutual Insurance Co.
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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6:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Friday June 28, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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10:00 AM
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5:00 PM
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Pictures and Words: paintings and poetry by Narelle Thomas
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Contact: Pine Point 413-263-6855 dmadsen@springfieldlibrary.org
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Springfield painter, photographer, and poet Narelle Thomas exhibits her work at the Pine Point Gallery this Spring from May 1-June 28, 2013. Drawing upon local urban settings, family, nature, and Christian iconography she vibrantly depicts scenes of pain, joy, and transformation. Come see her work, and be inspired by this youthful yet insightful new voice.
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Location: Pine Point
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10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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2:00 PM
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3:00 PM
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Zentangle at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836 maust-anastasi@springfieldlibrary.org
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An easy to learn method of creating interesting images from repetitive patterns. It’s a fascinating new art form that is fun, relaxing and meditative. Come try it! For tweens and teens.
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Location: East Forest Park
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Teen Tech Club at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square Branch 413-263-6853
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Teens! Keep your tech skills sharp this summer at Mason Square! Each week, we’ll explore a new aspect of technology- from creating Web sites and mixing audio - to editing photos and making online animations. Registration is recommended due to limited computer availability.
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June 21: Making Web sites with Google Sites
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June 28: Record your own book review with Audacity Audio Editor
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July 5: Design your own book cover with Photoshop Elements
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July 12: Film your own book or movie trailer with iMovie, pt. 1
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July 19: Film your own book or movie trailer with iMovie, pt. 2
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July 26: Direct your own cartoon with XtraNormal
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August 2: Make a Memory Map with Google Maps
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August 9: Build your own online portfolio
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Location: Mason Square
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3:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Field Day Activities at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Get outside and play on Fun Fridays! Join Coach Bill for sports stories and outdoor games.
June 28: "Casey at the Bat" and Wiffleball
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Location: East Springfield
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Saturday June 29, 2013
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1:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Town Meeting
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Contact: Jennifer Kreingold 202.360.1001
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LaRouche PAC. Not a library sponsored program.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:30 PM
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2:30 PM
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Saturday Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Ages 3-8, with siblings welcome. No registration is required. Enjoy some great stories and make a craft. Do join us in the Children’s Program Room!
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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Monday July 1, 2013
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1:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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REACH Pre-Health Summer Academic Enrichment Program Orientation
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Contact: Justin Chellman 413.787.6757 jchellman@springfieldcityhall.com
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Pioneer Valley AHEC program. Not a library sponsored program.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: East Springfield
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Lego & Learning Lounge at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Lego and Learning Lounge!
6:30 pm, Mondays, June 3-August 19
Hang out in the Central Library Children’s Room for fun and educational activities, Including crafts, stories, board games, Lego building and more- you choose what you like! For youth 12 and under; children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or other adult.
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Tuesday July 2, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:00 AM
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Nature Scavenger Hunt at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843 maust-anastasi@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join us for our indoor/outdoor scavenger hunt. All the items can be found in or around the library! For tweens and teens.
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Preschool Storytime at Central Library
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., through August 13.
For ages 3-5 years, with siblings welcome. Join us in the Central Library Community Room for stories, songs, and a craft! Preregistration is required if you'll be bringing more than four children.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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12:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Pipe Cleaner Creatures Craft at Central Library
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Contact: Martha Coons 413-263-6828 x425
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Doodle with pipe cleaners of different colors. Adding googly eyes, create a variety of wild animals! Take them home for display in your room. In Teen Area in Rice Hall.
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Location: Central Library
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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1:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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REACH Pre-Health Summer Academic Enrichment Program Orientation
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Contact: Justin Chellman 413.787.6757 jchellman@springfieldcityhall.com
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Pioneer Valley AHEC program. Not a library sponsored program.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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2:00 PM
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3:00 PM
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Mud Cups at Sixteen Acres
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Contact: Sixteen Acres 413-263-6858
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“Worms in Dirt” may not sound appetizing, but the taste of this easy dirt pudding dessert will make you a believer! These chocolate pudding cups are decorated with crushed cookies and gummy worms to make a creepy-crawly treat that you’ll love to make... and eat.
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Location: Sixteen Acres
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Nature Scavenger Hunt at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join us for our outdoor scavenger hunt. All the items can be found around the library. Complete the list, and you’ll win a small prize.
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Location: Liberty
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: Liberty
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Wednesday July 3, 2013
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Summer Storytime at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853
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Dig in to a good story this summer at Mason Square! Every Wednesday morning from June 19 through August 7, we’ll be sharing stories, songs, and crafts related to our summer reading theme. For ages 3 to 6, siblings welcome!
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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12:00 PM
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1:30 PM
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East Springfield Book Group
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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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. In this informal roundtable, members talk about what they're reading and share recommendations in any genre. Join us and widen your book-reading horizons! For more information, contact the branch.
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Location: East Springfield
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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1:00 PM
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8:00 PM
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Theme Wednesdays At East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Each Wednesday during summer reading, come to the East Springfield Library wearing something that fits our theme!
Today is America Day!
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Location: East Springfield
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2:00 PM
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3:00 PM
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Mud Cups at Pine Point
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Contact: Pine Point 413-263-6855
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“Worms in Dirt” may not sound appetizing, but the taste of this easy dirt pudding dessert will make you a believer! These chocolate pudding cups are decorated with crushed cookies and gummy worms to make a creepy-crawly treat that you’ll love to make... and eat.
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Location: Pine Point
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2:00 PM
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3:00 PM
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Scrabble Club @ East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 nclune@springfieldlibrary.org
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Are you hooked on SCRABBLE or Words with Friends? Do you play online but wish you could play face-to-face? Join other word lovers for a stimulating game at the East Springfield Branch Library. You don't have to be an expert to play! All ages and skill levels are welcome.
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Location: East Springfield
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Hi!Tech @ Mason Square: Computer Basics
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853
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Have you always wanted to learn how to use a computer, but never had the time? Do you feel a little rusty, or want to improve your skills? Break new ground with our series of computer classes for adults. This 6-part series will focus on basic computer skills, and offer users first-hand experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, e-mail, and Web searching. All skill levels welcome!
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July 3: Computer Basics: Keyboarding, Mousing, and Windows
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July 10: Microsoft Word Basics: Formatting Cover Letters and Resumes
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July 17: Microsoft Excel Basics: Making Household Budgets
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July 24: E-Mail Basics: Composing Messages and Attaching Files
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July 31: Web Searching Basics: Understanding Search Engines
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August 7: Web Searching, Continued: Library Databases
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Location: Mason Square
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3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Marshmallow Zombies at Indian Orchard
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Contact: Indian Orchard 413-263-6846 gcaffee@springfieldlibrary.org
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Using marshmallows and frosting pens make ghoulish marshmallow zombies and one-eyed monsters. Eat if you dare!
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Location: Indian Orchard
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3:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Walking Dead Quilt at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836 maust-anastasi@springfieldlibrary.org
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Make a square for our Walking Dead Quilt. Each person is given one square on which to draw or paint using markers, fabric paints and other supplies. All squares will later be
formed into a quilt to be displayed at the library where it was created.
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Location: East Forest Park
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Nature Scavenger Hunt at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6849 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join us for our outdoor scavenger hunt. All the items can be found around the library. Complete the list, and you’ll win a small prize.
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Location: East Springfield
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: East Springfield
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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PJ Storytime at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PJ Storytime Wednesdays, 6:30p.m., May 1 - August 14.
Children of all ages and their families. Drop in to the Central Library Children’s Room to listen to goodnight stories, sing songs and enjoy a tasty snack. Be sure to bring along your favorite stuffed animal to hold while you listen to some great bedtime stories!
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Thursday July 4, 2013
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Independence Day: All Libraries Closed
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All Springfield City Library locations will be closed in observance of Independence Day.
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Location: All Library Locations
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Friday July 5, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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1:30 PM
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4:00 PM
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Pipe Cleaner Creatures
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853 jlambert@springfieldlibrary.org
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Doodle with pipe cleaners of different colors. Adding googly eyes, create a variety of wild animals! Take them home for display in your room.
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Location: Mason Square
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Teen Tech Club at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square Branch 413-263-6853
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Teens! Keep your tech skills sharp this summer at Mason Square! Each week, we’ll explore a new aspect of technology- from creating Web sites and mixing audio - to editing photos and making online animations. Registration is recommended due to limited computer availability.
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June 21: Making Web sites with Google Sites
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June 28: Record your own book review with Audacity Audio Editor
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July 5: Design your own book cover with Photoshop Elements
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July 12: Film your own book or movie trailer with iMovie, pt. 1
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July 19: Film your own book or movie trailer with iMovie, pt. 2
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July 26: Direct your own cartoon with XtraNormal
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August 2: Make a Memory Map with Google Maps
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August 9: Build your own online portfolio
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Location: Mason Square
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3:30 PM
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5:00 PM
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Mason Square Branch Library Ambassadors advisory committee meeting
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Meet with your neighbors to learn more about the Mason Square Branch Library. New members are welcome at this meeting on the first Friday of every month.
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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Saturday July 6, 2013
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1:30 PM
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2:30 PM
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Saturday Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Ages 3-8, with siblings welcome. No registration is required. Enjoy some great stories and make a craft. Do join us in the Children’s Program Room!
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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Monday July 8, 2013
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1:30 PM
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3:30 PM
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Walking Dead Quilt at Central Library
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Contact: Martha Coons 413-263-6828 x425 mcoons@springfieldlibrary.org
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Make a square for our Walking Dead Quilt. Each person is given one square on which to draw or paint using markers, fabric paints and other supplies. All squares will later be
formed into a quilt to be displayed at the library where it was created.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: East Springfield
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Lego & Learning Lounge at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Lego and Learning Lounge!
6:30 pm, Mondays, June 3-August 19
Hang out in the Central Library Children’s Room for fun and educational activities, Including crafts, stories, board games, Lego building and more- you choose what you like! For youth 12 and under; children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or other adult.
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Tuesday July 9, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Hi!Tech: Getting Started with Computers
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Contact: Reference Desk 413-263-6828, x213 mjaquith@springfieldlibrary.org
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This hands-on workshop for computer novices reviews basic keyboarding and mousing, and introduces other introductory parts of the computer to get your started. No experience necessary! Participants will be entered into July's Hi!Tech raffle. Led by Haven.
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Location: Central Library Computer Lab
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Preschool Storytime at Central Library
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., through August 13.
For ages 3-5 years, with siblings welcome. Join us in the Central Library Community Room for stories, songs, and a craft! Preregistration is required if you'll be bringing more than four children.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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12:00 PM
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1:00 PM
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Noon Hour Book Discussion Group
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Contact: Chris 263-6828 x442
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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 Wild: from Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail by Cheryl Strayed (nonfiction) 2012.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:00 PM
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Walking Dead Quilt at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843 maust-anastasi@springfieldlibrary.org
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Make a square for our Walking Dead Quilt. Each person is given one square on which to draw or paint using markers, fabric paints and other supplies. All squares will later be
formed into a quilt to be displayed at the library where it was created.
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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2:00 PM
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2:00 PM
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Marshmallow Zombies at Sixteen Acres
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Contact: Sixteen Acres 413-263-6858
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Using marshmallows and frosting pens make ghoulish marshmallow zombies and one-eyed monsters. Eat if you dare!
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Location: Sixteen Acres
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: Liberty
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Annual Meeting
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Contact: Colleen Moynihan 413.782.6839 moynihancolleen@yahoo.com
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Campus Neighbors of Springfield Annual Meeting. Principal speaker: Shawn Corbitt. Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Sixteen Acres Community Room
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Wednesday July 10, 2013
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10:00 AM
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12:00 PM
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Wednesday Book Group
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Contact: Ann Keefe 413-263-6828, x294 akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org
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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!
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Summer Storytime at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853
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Dig in to a good story this summer at Mason Square! Every Wednesday morning from June 19 through August 7, we’ll be sharing stories, songs, and crafts related to our summer reading theme. For ages 3 to 6, siblings welcome!
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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1:00 PM
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8:00 PM
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Theme Wednesdays At East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Each Wednesday during summer reading, come to the East Springfield Library wearing something that fits our theme!
Today is Wear Just One Color Day!
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Location: East Springfield
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2:00 PM
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3:00 PM
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Marshmallow Zombies at Pine Point
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Contact: Pine Point 413-263-6855
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Using marshmallows and frosting pens make ghoulish marshmallow zombies and one-eyed monsters. Eat if you dare!
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Location: Pine Point
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Hi!Tech @ Mason Square: Microsoft Word Basics
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853
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Have you always wanted to learn how to use a computer, but never had the time? Do you feel a little rusty, or want to improve your skills? Break new ground with our series of computer classes for adults. This 6-part series will focus on basic computer skills, and offer users first-hand experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, e-mail, and Web searching. All skill levels welcome!
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July 3: Computer Basics: Keyboarding, Mousing, and Windows
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July 10: Microsoft Word Basics: Formatting Cover Letters and Resumes
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July 17: Microsoft Excel Basics: Making Household Budgets
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July 24: E-Mail Basics: Composing Messages and Attaching Files
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July 31: Web Searching Basics: Understanding Search Engines
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August 7: Web Searching, Continued: Library Databases
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Location: Mason Square
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3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Secret Garden Club (for kids)
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Contact: Tricia LaBroad tlabroad@springfieldlibrary.org
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You don't need to live on a farm to grow vegetables or flowers! You can grow all sorts of plants right here in Springfield. Join Tricia's Secret Garden Club, and you'll learn all about how to create a beautiful garden. Make a sunflower house and a runner-bean teepee. Then craft some outdoor decorations to bring home to your own garden.
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Location: East Springfield
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3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Walking Dead Quilt at Indian Orchard
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Contact: Indian Orchard 413-263-6846 gcaffee@springfieldlibrary.org
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Make a square for our Walking Dead Quilt. Each person is given one square on which to draw or paint using markers, fabric paints and other supplies. All squares will later be
formed into a quilt to be displayed at the library where it was created.
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Location: Indian Orchard
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: East Springfield
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5:00 PM
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6:00 PM
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Stained Glass/No Glass at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836 maust-anastasi@springfieldlibrary.org
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Sit and relax by yourself or with a friend using ready-to-color illustrations and designs. Create striking stained glass looking pictures with felt-tip pens on tracing paper. Then hang in a window and enjoy!
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Location: East Forest Park
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6:00 PM
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7:30 PM
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NAPW
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Contact: Latoya Bosworth 413.218.0418 mykyds.org@brendaschild.com
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Women's professional network info meeting. Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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PJ Storytime at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PJ Storytime Wednesdays, 6:30p.m., May 1 - August 14.
Children of all ages and their families. Drop in to the Central Library Children’s Room to listen to goodnight stories, sing songs and enjoy a tasty snack. Be sure to bring along your favorite stuffed animal to hold while you listen to some great bedtime stories!
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Thursday July 11, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:00 AM
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First Steps! Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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First Steps! June 20 - August 15.
Especially for children birth-36 months with a parent or caregiver. Join us in the Central Library Children’s Room for stories and songs and playtime! This is a great opportunity to help your baby or young toddler acquire those critical language and social skills.
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Hi!Tech: Continuing with Computers
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Contact: Reference Desk 413-263-6828, x213 mjaquith@springfieldlibrary.org
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This hands-on workshop builds on Getting Started with Computers by reviewing basic aspects of computing. It is the perfect class for new computer users who have a good understanding of using a mouse and the keyboard already. Completion of Getting Started with Computers is recommended. Participants will be entered into July's Hi!Tech raffle. Led by Emma.
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Location: Central Library Computer Lab
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Spanish Language Storytime at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849
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Call (413) 263-6849 to register. Books, songs, rhymes, and playing, all in Spanish! For children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. You don’t need to know Spanish to attend, but all activities will be presented in Spanish. Call Jean at (413) 263-6828, ext. 291 for information.
Ven y únete con nosotros para un tiempo de cuentos en español en la biblioteca Liberty Branch. Cuentos, canciones, rimas, y tiempo para jugar, ¡todo en español! ?tPara niños de edades 2-5 acompañados por un adulto. Todas las actividades estarán presentadas en español. Llámale a Jean al (413) 263-6828, ext. 291 para más información.
Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. http://homecityfamilies.org/
Presentado en cooperación con Home City Families. http://homecityfamilies.org/
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Location: Liberty
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3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Walking Dead Quilt at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805 gcaffee@springfieldlibrary.org
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Make a square for our Walking Dead Quilt. Each person is given one square on which to draw or paint using markers, fabric paints and other supplies. All squares will later be
formed into a quilt to be displayed at the library where it was created.
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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3:30 PM
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5:00 PM
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Walking Dead Quilt at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853 jlambert@springfieldlibrary.org
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Make a square for our Walking Dead Quilt. Each person is given one square on which to draw or paint using markers, fabric paints and other supplies. All squares will later be
formed into a quilt to be displayed at the library where it was created.
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: Liberty
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4:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Yu-gi-oh at Forest Park
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Contact: Maeleah 413-263-6843
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Teens and young adults are invited to come learn about Yu-Gi-Oh and Magic. Meets the second and third Thursday of the month.
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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6:00 PM
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7:00 PM
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PJ Storytime at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 413-263-6843
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Children ages 2-5 (and their parents or caregivers) are invited to share some sleepy time stories, songs and rhymes. Bring your teddy bear and wear your PJ's (if you like).
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Location: Forest Park Program Den
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6:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Friday July 12, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Hot Potatoes! at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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Children ages 2-5 (and their parents or caregivers) are invited to share some potato stories, songs and rhymes. You can try your hand at a potato print! Rhymes, songs, crafts and fun!
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Location: East Forest Park
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10:30 AM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Teen Tech Club at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square Branch 413-263-6853
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Teens! Keep your tech skills sharp this summer at Mason Square! Each week, we’ll explore a new aspect of technology- from creating Web sites and mixing audio - to editing photos and making online animations. Registration is recommended due to limited computer availability.
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June 21: Making Web sites with Google Sites
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June 28: Record your own book review with Audacity Audio Editor
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July 5: Design your own book cover with Photoshop Elements
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July 12: Film your own book or movie trailer with iMovie, pt. 1
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July 19: Film your own book or movie trailer with iMovie, pt. 2
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July 26: Direct your own cartoon with XtraNormal
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August 2: Make a Memory Map with Google Maps
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August 9: Build your own online portfolio
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Location: Mason Square
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3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Ring-a-Lings at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836 maust-anastasi@springfieldlibrary.org
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These pretty baubles have the look of glass enamel but are easily created by painting a metal washer with nail polish. Start with a base coat of white or yellow, add colors, and top your finished design with a protective coat of clear polish. Hang with a cord or ribbon. For tweens and teens.
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Location: East Forest Park
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3:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Field Day Activities at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Get outside and play on Fun Fridays! Join Coach Bill for sports stories and outdoor games from 3-5 pm on 6/28, 7/12, and 7/26.
June 12: Gunner, Football Hero and Football
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Location: East Springfield
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Saturday July 13, 2013
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1:30 PM
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2:30 PM
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Saturday Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Ages 3-8, with siblings welcome. No registration is required. Enjoy some great stories and make a craft. Do join us in the Children’s Program Room!
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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Monday July 15, 2013
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: East Springfield
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Lego & Learning Lounge at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Lego and Learning Lounge!
6:30 pm, Mondays, June 3-August 19
Hang out in the Central Library Children’s Room for fun and educational activities, Including crafts, stories, board games, Lego building and more- you choose what you like! For youth 12 and under; children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or other adult.
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Tuesday July 16, 2013
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9:00 AM
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5:00 PM
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Stained Glass/No Glass at Central Library
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Contact: Martha Coons 413-263-6828 x425
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Sit and relax by yourself or with a friend using ready-to-color illustrations and designs. Create striking stained glass looking pictures with felt-tip pens on tracing paper. Then hang in a window and enjoy! In Teen Central in Rice Hall.
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Location: Central Library
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10:00 AM
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Hi!Tech: Introduction to the Web
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Contact: Reference Desk 413-263-6828, x213 mjaquith@springfieldlibrary.org
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Explore the web and how it is set-up by looking at popular websites, reviewing key web terms and services, as well as learning basic web navigation and effective searching. Basic mouse and keyboarding skills are assumed. Participants will be entered into July's Hi!Tech raffle. Led by Matthew.
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Location: Central Library Computer Lab
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Preschool Storytime at Central Library
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., through August 13.
For ages 3-5 years, with siblings welcome. Join us in the Central Library Community Room for stories, songs, and a craft! Preregistration is required if you'll be bringing more than four children.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Stained Glass/No Glass at Sixteen Acres
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Contact: Sixteen Acres 413-263-6858
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Sit and relax by yourself or with a friend using ready-to-color illustrations and designs. Create striking stained glass looking pictures with felt-tip pens on tracing paper. Then hang in a window and enjoy!
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Location: Sixteen Acres
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2:30 PM
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3:30 PM
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Ring-a-Lings at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 413-263-6843 maust-anastasi@springfieldlibrary.org
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These pretty baubles have the look of glass enamel but are easily created by painting a metal washer with nail polish. Start with a base coat of white or yellow, add colors, and top your finished design with a protective coat of clear polish. Hang with a cord or ribbon. For tweens and teens.
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Location: Forest Park Program Den
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: Liberty
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4:30 PM
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6:00 PM
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Pepperoni Picasso at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Come and show your artistic talent and good taste at the library! We’ll provide the food and you’ll create amazing works of art with it. Best of all, when the competition is over
you can eat what you created! Have fun competing with your friends to win recognition as a great food artist. Mmmmmm, delicious!
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Location: Liberty
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Wednesday July 17, 2013
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Summer Storytime at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853
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Dig in to a good story this summer at Mason Square! Every Wednesday morning from June 19 through August 7, we’ll be sharing stories, songs, and crafts related to our summer reading theme. For ages 3 to 6, siblings welcome!
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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1:00 PM
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8:00 PM
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Theme Wednesdays At East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Each Wednesday during summer reading, come to the East Springfield Library wearing something that fits our theme!
Today is Superhero Day!
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Location: East Springfield
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Hi!Tech @ Mason Square: Microsoft Excel Basics
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853
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Have you always wanted to learn how to use a computer, but never had the time? Do you feel a little rusty, or want to improve your skills? Break new ground with our series of computer classes for adults. This 6-part series will focus on basic computer skills, and offer users first-hand experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, e-mail, and Web searching. All skill levels welcome!
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July 3: Computer Basics: Keyboarding, Mousing, and Windows
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July 10: Microsoft Word Basics: Formatting Cover Letters and Resumes
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July 17: Microsoft Excel Basics: Making Household Budgets
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July 24: E-Mail Basics: Composing Messages and Attaching Files
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July 31: Web Searching Basics: Understanding Search Engines
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August 7: Web Searching, Continued: Library Databases
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Location: Mason Square
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Stained Glass/No Glass at Pine Point
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Contact: Pine Point 413-263-6855
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Sit and relax by yourself or with a friend using ready-to-color illustrations and designs. Create striking stained glass looking pictures with felt-tip pens on tracing paper. Then hang in a window and enjoy!
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Location: Pine Point
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2:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Preparing for Your Retirement
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Contact: Gerald Dufault 508.769.2468
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REAM (Retired Educators Associaton of MA) pre-retirement meeting. Principal speaker: Diane Rule-Ends.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Easy Terrarium at Indian Orchard
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Contact: Indian Orchard 413-263-6846 gcaffee@springfieldlibrary.org
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Using a clear container you can fit your hand into, participants will create an easy terrarium. Pebbles or rocks will be added first for drainage; potting soil and plants will then
be added before topping off with a variety of decorative shells. Yours to take home!
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Location: Indian Orchard
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: East Springfield
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4:00 PM
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6:00 PM
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Let's Go on an Archeological Dig! at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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Library staff will prepare a model archaeological site containing a replica of a human burial and numerous cultural remains. Program participants will learn how to conduct a controlled archaeological excavation by setting up the site, digging and straining the soil, then recording what they find. An archaeological report will be produced that includes a description of the excavation and analysis of the findings. Appropriate for ages8-14, although other interested children and adults welcome. (This is a hands-on program, so be prepared to get dirty!)
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Location: East Forest Park
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4:30 PM
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6:00 PM
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Pepperoni Picasso at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Come and show your artistic talent and good taste at the library! We’ll provide the food and you’ll create amazing works of art with it. Best of all, when the competition is over
you can eat what you created! Have fun competing with your friends to win recognition as a great food artist. Mmmmmm, delicious!
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Location: East Springfield
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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PJ Storytime at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PJ Storytime Wednesdays, 6:30p.m., May 1 - August 14.
Children of all ages and their families. Drop in to the Central Library Children’s Room to listen to goodnight stories, sing songs and enjoy a tasty snack. Be sure to bring along your favorite stuffed animal to hold while you listen to some great bedtime stories!
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Thursday July 18, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:00 AM
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First Steps! Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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First Steps! June 20 - August 15.
Especially for children birth-36 months with a parent or caregiver. Join us in the Central Library Children’s Room for stories and songs and playtime! This is a great opportunity to help your baby or young toddler acquire those critical language and social skills.
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Spanish Language Storytime at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849
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Call (413) 263-6849 to register. Books, songs, rhymes, and playing, all in Spanish! For children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. You don’t need to know Spanish to attend, but all activities will be presented in Spanish. Call Jean at (413) 263-6828, ext. 291 for information.
Ven y únete con nosotros para un tiempo de cuentos en español en la biblioteca Liberty Branch. Cuentos, canciones, rimas, y tiempo para jugar, ¡todo en español! ?tPara niños de edades 2-5 acompañados por un adulto. Todas las actividades estarán presentadas en español. Llámale a Jean al (413) 263-6828, ext. 291 para más información.
Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. http://homecityfamilies.org/
Presentado en cooperación con Home City Families. http://homecityfamilies.org/
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Location: Liberty
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1:30 PM
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4:00 PM
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Ring-A-Lings at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853 jlambert@springfieldlibrary.org
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These pretty baubles have the look of glass enamel but are easily created by painting a metal washer with nail polish. Start with a base coat of white or yellow, add colors, and top your finished design with a protective coat of clear polish. Hang with a cord or ribbon.
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Location: Mason Square
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2:00 PM
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3:00 PM
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Scrabble Club @ Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 nclune@springfieldlibrary.org
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Are you hooked on SCRABBLE or Words with Friends? Do you play online but wish you could play face-to-face? Join other word lovers for a stimulating game at the Liberty Branch Library. You don't have to be an expert to play! All ages and skill levels are welcome.
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Location: Liberty
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3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Easy Terrarium at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805 gcaffee@springfieldlibrary.org
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Using a clear container you can fit your hand into, participants will create an easy terrarium. Pebbles or rocks will be added first for drainage; potting soil and plants will then
be added before topping off with a variety of decorative shells. Yours to take home!
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: Liberty
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4:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Yu-gi-oh at Forest Park
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Contact: Maeleah 413-263-6843
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Teens and young adults are invited to come learn about Yu-Gi-Oh and Magic. Meets the second and third Thursday of the month.
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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5:30 PM
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7:00 PM
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Community Police Beat Management Team
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Contact: Kathleen Brown (413) 787-6359 kbrown@springfieldpolice.net
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Springfield Police Sector F Community Beat Team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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6:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Friday July 19, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Teen Tech Club at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square Branch 413-263-6853
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Teens! Keep your tech skills sharp this summer at Mason Square! Each week, we’ll explore a new aspect of technology- from creating Web sites and mixing audio - to editing photos and making online animations. Registration is recommended due to limited computer availability.
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June 21: Making Web sites with Google Sites
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June 28: Record your own book review with Audacity Audio Editor
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July 5: Design your own book cover with Photoshop Elements
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July 12: Film your own book or movie trailer with iMovie, pt. 1
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July 19: Film your own book or movie trailer with iMovie, pt. 2
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July 26: Direct your own cartoon with XtraNormal
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August 2: Make a Memory Map with Google Maps
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August 9: Build your own online portfolio
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Location: Mason Square
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Saturday July 20, 2013
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12:00 PM
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1:00 PM
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Stained Glass/No Glass at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 413-263-6843 maust-anastasi@springfieldlibrary.org
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Sit and relax by yourself or with a friend using ready-to-color illustrations and designs. Create striking stained glass looking pictures with felt-tip pens on tracing paper. Then hang in a window and enjoy!
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Location: Forest Park Program Den
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1:30 PM
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2:30 PM
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Saturday Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Ages 3-8, with siblings welcome. No registration is required. Enjoy some great stories and make a craft. Do join us in the Children’s Program Room!
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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Monday July 22, 2013
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: East Springfield
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Lego & Learning Lounge at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Lego and Learning Lounge!
6:30 pm, Mondays, June 3-August 19
Hang out in the Central Library Children’s Room for fun and educational activities, Including crafts, stories, board games, Lego building and more- you choose what you like! For youth 12 and under; children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or other adult.
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Tuesday July 23, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:00 AM
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The Turnip Storytime at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Listen to the story and have fun digging out the turnip. Young children can create the characters with play dough using cookie cutters. As a variation, older children can act out a script and make the characters using felt. Patterns will be provided.
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Hi!Tech: Advanced Web
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Contact: Reference Desk 413-263-6828, x213 mjaquith@springfieldlibrary.org
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Explore the deep web and discover what Google cannot find for you. Learn special searching tricks to maximize your search results, take a quick tour of eBooks, learn the basics of social media, and more. Completion of Introduction to the Web is encouraged. Participants will be entered into July's Hi!Tech raffle. Led by Donna.
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Location: Central Library Computer Lab
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Preschool Storytime at Central Library
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., through August 13.
For ages 3-5 years, with siblings welcome. Join us in the Central Library Community Room for stories, songs, and a craft! Preregistration is required if you'll be bringing more than four children.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Bottle Cap Magnets at Sixteen Acres
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Contact: Sixteen Acres 413-263-6858
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Easy and fun! Glue magnets to the back of bottle cap lids and embellish using a variety of recycled pictures! All supplies provided.
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Location: Sixteen Acres
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Create Your Own Pet Rock at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 413-263-6843 mtipton@springfieldlibrary.org
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Calling all pet lovers looking for a no maintenance, loyal friend and the perfect pet! Come create your very own pet rock- it’s fun and it’s free! You can decorate your pet rock to look like a real animal or you could even make one up.
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Location: Forest Park Program Den
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: Liberty
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Wednesday July 24, 2013
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10:00 AM
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Wednesday Book Group
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Contact: Ann Keefe 413-263-6828, x294 akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org
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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!
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Summer Storytime at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853
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Dig in to a good story this summer at Mason Square! Every Wednesday morning from June 19 through August 7, we’ll be sharing stories, songs, and crafts related to our summer reading theme. For ages 3 to 6, siblings welcome!
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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1:00 PM
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8:00 PM
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Theme Wednesdays At East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Each Wednesday during summer reading, come to the East Springfield Library wearing something that fits our theme!
Today is Backwards Day!
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Location: East Springfield
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2:00 PM
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3:00 PM
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The Turnip Storytime at Indian Orchard
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Contact: Indian Orchard 413-263-6846
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Listen to the story and have fun digging out the turnip. Young children can create the characters with play dough using cookie cutters. As a variation, older children can act out a script and make the characters using felt. Patterns will be provided.
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Location: Indian Orchard
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Bottle Cap Magnets at Pine Point
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Contact: Pine Point 413-263-6855
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Easy and fun! Glue magnets to the back of bottle cap lids and embellish using a variety of recycled pictures! All supplies provided.
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Location: Pine Point
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2:00 PM
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Hi!Tech @ Mason Square: E-Mail Basics
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853
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Have you always wanted to learn how to use a computer, but never had the time? Do you feel a little rusty, or want to improve your skills? Break new ground with our series of computer classes for adults. This 6-part series will focus on basic computer skills, and offer users first-hand experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, e-mail, and Web searching. All skill levels welcome!
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July 3: Computer Basics: Keyboarding, Mousing, and Windows
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July 10: Microsoft Word Basics: Formatting Cover Letters and Resumes
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July 17: Microsoft Excel Basics: Making Household Budgets
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July 24: E-Mail Basics: Composing Messages and Attaching Files
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July 31: Web Searching Basics: Understanding Search Engines
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August 7: Web Searching, Continued: Library Databases
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Location: Mason Square
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3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Mud Cups at Indian Orchard
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Contact: Indian Orchard 413-263-6846
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“Worms in Dirt” may not sound appetizing, but the taste of this easy dirt pudding dessert will make you a believer! These chocolate pudding cups are decorated with crushed cookies and gummy worms to make a creepy-crawly treat that you’ll love to make... and eat.
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Location: Indian Orchard
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3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Secret Garden Club (for kids)
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Contact: Tricia LaBroad tlabroad@springfieldlibrary.org
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You don't need to live on a farm to grow vegetables or flowers! You can grow all sorts of plants right here in Springfield. Join Tricia's Secret Garden Club, and you'll learn all about how to create a beautiful garden. Make a sunflower house and a runner-bean teepee. Then craft some outdoor decorations to bring home to your own garden.
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Location: East Springfield
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3:00 PM
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4:30 PM
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Make Your Own Pet Rock at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836 mtipton@springfieldlibrary.org
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Calling all pet lovers looking for a no maintenance, loyal friend and the perfect pet! Come create your very own pet rock- it’s fun and it’s free! You can decorate your pet rock to look like a real animal or you could even make one up.
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Location: East Forest Park
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: East Springfield
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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PJ Storytime at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PJ Storytime Wednesdays, 6:30p.m., May 1 - August 14.
Children of all ages and their families. Drop in to the Central Library Children’s Room to listen to goodnight stories, sing songs and enjoy a tasty snack. Be sure to bring along your favorite stuffed animal to hold while you listen to some great bedtime stories!
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Thursday July 25, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:00 AM
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First Steps! Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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First Steps! June 20 - August 15.
Especially for children birth-36 months with a parent or caregiver. Join us in the Central Library Children’s Room for stories and songs and playtime! This is a great opportunity to help your baby or young toddler acquire those critical language and social skills.
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Spanish Language Storytime at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849
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Call (413) 263-6849 to register. Books, songs, rhymes, and playing, all in Spanish! For children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. You don’t need to know Spanish to attend, but all activities will be presented in Spanish. Call Jean at (413) 263-6828, ext. 291 for information.
Ven y únete con nosotros para un tiempo de cuentos en español en la biblioteca Liberty Branch. Cuentos, canciones, rimas, y tiempo para jugar, ¡todo en español! ?tPara niños de edades 2-5 acompañados por un adulto. Todas las actividades estarán presentadas en español. Llámale a Jean al (413) 263-6828, ext. 291 para más información.
Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. http://homecityfamilies.org/
Presentado en cooperación con Home City Families. http://homecityfamilies.org/
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Location: Liberty
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1:30 PM
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4:00 PM
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Bottle Cap Magnets at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853 jlambert@springfieldlibrary.org
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Easy and fun! Glue magnets to the back of bottle cap lids and embellish using a variety of recycled pictures! All supplies provided.
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Location: Mason Square
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3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Mud Cups at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805 gcaffee@springfieldlibrary.org
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“Worms in Dirt” may not sound appetizing, but the taste of this easy dirt pudding dessert will make you a believer! These chocolate pudding cups are decorated with crushed cookies and gummy worms to make a creepy-crawly treat that you’ll love to make... and eat.
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: Liberty
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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6:00 PM
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7:00 PM
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Archaeology Uncovered:How We Learn From What Was Left Behind
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Contact: Linda Grodofsky 413-263-6843 lgrodofsky@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join librarian Linda Grodofsky in an engaging review of archaeology! See and consider the groundbreaking work of archaeologists who examine excavated sites to uncover traces of human history when no written record was left behind. Refreshment furnished by the Friends of the Library.
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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6:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Friday July 26, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Dig, Dig, Dig: Tractors, Dirt and Trucks! at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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Children ages 2-5 (and their parents or caregivers) are invited to share some tractor and truck stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.
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Location: East Forest Park
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10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Teen Tech Club at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square Branch 413-263-6853
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Teens! Keep your tech skills sharp this summer at Mason Square! Each week, we’ll explore a new aspect of technology- from creating Web sites and mixing audio - to editing photos and making online animations. Registration is recommended due to limited computer availability.
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June 21: Making Web sites with Google Sites
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June 28: Record your own book review with Audacity Audio Editor
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July 5: Design your own book cover with Photoshop Elements
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July 12: Film your own book or movie trailer with iMovie, pt. 1
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July 19: Film your own book or movie trailer with iMovie, pt. 2
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July 26: Direct your own cartoon with XtraNormal
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August 2: Make a Memory Map with Google Maps
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August 9: Build your own online portfolio
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Location: Mason Square
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3:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Field Day Activities at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Get outside and play on Fun Fridays! Join Coach Bill for sports stories and outdoor games from 3-5 pm on 6/28, 7/12, and 7/26.
July 26: Magic Tree House: Hour of the Olympics and the East Springfield Olympics
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Location: East Springfield
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Saturday July 27, 2013
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1:30 PM
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2:30 PM
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Saturday Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Ages 3-8, with siblings welcome. No registration is required. Enjoy some great stories and make a craft. Do join us in the Children’s Program Room!
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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Monday July 29, 2013
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1:00 PM
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2:00 PM
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Hi!Tech: Computer Clinic
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Contact: Linda Grodofsky 413-263-6836 or 6843 lgrodofsky@springfieldlibrary.org
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Do you have a question about using a computer, whether it be email, word processing, or something you saw on the web? Have you long wanted to learn the computer but did not know where to begin? Drop by the East Forest Park Branch Library and meet with Linda to have your questions addressed, or to start anew. Beginners and experienced computer users are welcomed. Participants will be entered into July's Hi!Tech raffle.
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Location: East Forest Park
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: East Springfield
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Lego & Learning Lounge at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Lego and Learning Lounge!
6:30 pm, Mondays, June 3-August 19
Hang out in the Central Library Children’s Room for fun and educational activities, Including crafts, stories, board games, Lego building and more- you choose what you like! For youth 12 and under; children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or other adult.
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Tuesday July 30, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Hi!Tech: Introduction to Excel
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Contact: Reference Desk 413-263-6828, x213 mjaquith@springfieldlibrary.org
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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 computer knowledge is assumed. Participants will be entered into July's Hi!Tech raffle. Led by Anna.
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Location: Central Library Computer Lab
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Preschool Storytime at Central Library
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., through August 13.
For ages 3-5 years, with siblings welcome. Join us in the Central Library Community Room for stories, songs, and a craft! Preregistration is required if you'll be bringing more than four children.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:00 PM
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Mud Cups at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843 maust-anastasi@springfieldlibrary.org
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“Worms in Dirt” may not sound appetizing, but the taste of this easy dirt pudding dessert will make you a believer! These chocolate pudding cups are decorated with crushed cookies and gummy worms to make a creepy-crawly treat that you’ll love to make... and eat.
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Location: Forest Park Program Den
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Relief Printing at Sixteen Acres
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Contact: Sixteen Acres 413-263-6858
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Participants will ink styrofoam plates incised with a ballpoint pen. Covering the inked plate with a clean piece of paper the reverse image will be transferred. A fun and easy way to be introduced to the world of printmaking! Enjoy artmaking!
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Location: Sixteen Acres
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: Liberty
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Wednesday July 31, 2013
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Summer Storytime at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853
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Dig in to a good story this summer at Mason Square! Every Wednesday morning from June 19 through August 7, we’ll be sharing stories, songs, and crafts related to our summer reading theme. For ages 3 to 6, siblings welcome!
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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1:00 PM
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8:00 PM
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Theme Wednesdays At East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Each Wednesday during summer reading, come to the East Springfield Library wearing something that fits our theme!
Today is Favorite Tee-Shirt Day!
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Location: East Springfield
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Hi!Tech @ Mason Square: Web Searching Basics
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853
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Have you always wanted to learn how to use a computer, but never had the time? Do you feel a little rusty, or want to improve your skills? Break new ground with our series of computer classes for adults. This 6-part series will focus on basic computer skills, and offer users first-hand experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, e-mail, and Web searching. All skill levels welcome!
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July 3: Computer Basics: Keyboarding, Mousing, and Windows
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July 10: Microsoft Word Basics: Formatting Cover Letters and Resumes
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July 17: Microsoft Excel Basics: Making Household Budgets
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July 24: E-Mail Basics: Composing Messages and Attaching Files
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July 31: Web Searching Basics: Understanding Search Engines
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August 7: Web Searching, Continued: Library Databases
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Location: Mason Square
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Relief Printing at Pine Point
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Contact: Pine Point 413-263-6855
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Participants will ink styrofoam plates incised with a ballpoint pen. Covering the inked plate with a clean piece of paper the reverse image will be transferred. A fun and easy way to be introduced to the world of printmaking! Enjoy artmaking!
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Location: Pine Point
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Mud Cups at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836 maust-anastasi@springfieldlibrary.org
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“Worms in Dirt” may not sound appetizing, but the taste of this easy dirt pudding dessert will make you a believer! These chocolate pudding cups are decorated with crushed cookies and gummy worms to make a creepy-crawly treat that you’ll love to make... and eat.
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Location: East Forest Park
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: East Springfield
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5:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Springfield Parent Academy Meeting
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Contact: Jennifer Wands 413.787.7481 wandsj@sps.springfield.ma.us
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Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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6:00 PM
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7:00 PM
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East Forest Park Book Group
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Contact: Linda Grodofsky 413-263-6836 lgrodofsky@springfieldlibrary.org
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This month the East Forest Park Book Group will read and discuss
The East Forest Park Book Discussion Group meets every month from 6 - 7 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month. We select a new book to discuss every month. Come join us for a lively discussion and meet others who also enjoy reading. New members are always welcome.
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Location: East Forest Park
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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PJ Storytime at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PJ Storytime Wednesdays, 6:30p.m., May 1 - August 14.
Children of all ages and their families. Drop in to the Central Library Children’s Room to listen to goodnight stories, sing songs and enjoy a tasty snack. Be sure to bring along your favorite stuffed animal to hold while you listen to some great bedtime stories!
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Thursday August 1, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:00 AM
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First Steps! Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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First Steps! June 20 - August 15.
Especially for children birth-36 months with a parent or caregiver. Join us in the Central Library Children’s Room for stories and songs and playtime! This is a great opportunity to help your baby or young toddler acquire those critical language and social skills.
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Spanish Language Storytime at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849
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Call (413) 263-6849 to register. Books, songs, rhymes, and playing, all in Spanish! For children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. You don’t need to know Spanish to attend, but all activities will be presented in Spanish. Call Jean at (413) 263-6828, ext. 291 for information.
Ven y únete con nosotros para un tiempo de cuentos en español en la biblioteca Liberty Branch. Cuentos, canciones, rimas, y tiempo para jugar, ¡todo en español! ?tPara niños de edades 2-5 acompañados por un adulto. Todas las actividades estarán presentadas en español. Llámale a Jean al (413) 263-6828, ext. 291 para más información.
Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. http://homecityfamilies.org/
Presentado en cooperación con Home City Families. http://homecityfamilies.org/
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Location: Liberty
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1:30 PM
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4:00 PM
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Paint Chip Bookmarks at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853 jlambert@springfieldlibrary.org
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Turn a paint store color sample into a bright and eye-popping bookmark! You'll never lose your page again with this fun and functional craft.
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Location: Mason Square
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Read Aloud Afternoon at Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join Miss Sarah from 4-4:20 for picture book stories read aloud. Then stay, for Miss Nancy from 4:30-5 for a chapter book read aloud.
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Location: Liberty
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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6:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Friday August 2, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Teen Tech Club at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square Branch 413-263-6853
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Teens! Keep your tech skills sharp this summer at Mason Square! Each week, we’ll explore a new aspect of technology- from creating Web sites and mixing audio - to editing photos and making online animations. Registration is recommended due to limited computer availability.
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June 21: Making Web sites with Google Sites
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June 28: Record your own book review with Audacity Audio Editor
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July 5: Design your own book cover with Photoshop Elements
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July 12: Film your own book or movie trailer with iMovie, pt. 1
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July 19: Film your own book or movie trailer with iMovie, pt. 2
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July 26: Direct your own cartoon with XtraNormal
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August 2: Make a Memory Map with Google Maps
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August 9: Build your own online portfolio
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Location: Mason Square
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3:30 PM
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5:00 PM
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Mason Square Branch Library Ambassadors advisory committee meeting
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Meet with your neighbors to learn more about the Mason Square Branch Library. New members are welcome at this meeting on the first Friday of every month.
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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Saturday August 3, 2013
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9:30 AM
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12:30 PM
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Awaken Your Potential and Discover Truth
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Contact: David K. Ewen 413.342.0418 forestacad@gmail.com
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Free workshop seminar sponsored by Forest Academy.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:30 PM
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2:30 PM
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Saturday Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Ages 3-8, with siblings welcome. No registration is required. Enjoy some great stories and make a craft. Do join us in the Children’s Program Room!
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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Monday August 5, 2013
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6:00 PM
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8:00 PM
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Rollerskating Party at Interskate 91
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Grand finale of the Summer Reading Club!
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Lego & Learning Lounge at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Lego and Learning Lounge!
6:30 pm, Mondays, June 3-August 19
Hang out in the Central Library Children’s Room for fun and educational activities, Including crafts, stories, board games, Lego building and more- you choose what you like! For youth 12 and under; children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or other adult.
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Tuesday August 6, 2013
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Preschool Storytime at Central Library
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., through August 13.
For ages 3-5 years, with siblings welcome. Join us in the Central Library Community Room for stories, songs, and a craft! Preregistration is required if you'll be bringing more than four children.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Wednesday August 7, 2013
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Summer Storytime at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853
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Dig in to a good story this summer at Mason Square! Every Wednesday morning from June 19 through August 7, we’ll be sharing stories, songs, and crafts related to our summer reading theme. For ages 3 to 6, siblings welcome!
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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12:00 PM
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1:30 PM
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East Springfield Book Group
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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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. In this informal roundtable, members talk about what they're reading and share recommendations in any genre. Join us and widen your book-reading horizons! For more information, contact the branch.
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Location: East Springfield
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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2:00 PM
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3:00 PM
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Scrabble Club @ East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840 nclune@springfieldlibrary.org
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Are you hooked on SCRABBLE or Words with Friends? Do you play online but wish you could play face-to-face? Join other word lovers for a stimulating game at the East Springfield Branch Library. You don't have to be an expert to play! All ages and skill levels are welcome.
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Location: East Springfield
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Hi!Tech @ Mason Square: Web Searching, Continued
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Contact: Mason Square 413-263-6853
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Have you always wanted to learn how to use a computer, but never had the time? Do you feel a little rusty, or want to improve your skills? Break new ground with our series of computer classes for adults. This 6-part series will focus on basic computer skills, and offer users first-hand experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, e-mail, and Web searching. All skill levels welcome!
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July 3: Computer Basics: Keyboarding, Mousing, and Windows
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July 10: Microsoft Word Basics: Formatting Cover Letters and Resumes
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July 17: Microsoft Excel Basics: Making Household Budgets
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July 24: E-Mail Basics: Composing Messages and Attaching Files
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July 31: Web Searching Basics: Understanding Search Engines
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August 7: Web Searching, Continued: Library Databases
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Location: Mason Square
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3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Secret Garden Club (for kids)
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Contact: Tricia LaBroad tlabroad@springfieldlibrary.org
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You don't need to live on a farm to grow vegetables or flowers! You can grow all sorts of plants right here in Springfield. Join Tricia's Secret Garden Club, and you'll learn all about how to create a beautiful garden. Make a sunflower house and a runner-bean teepee. Then craft some outdoor decorations to bring home to your own garden.
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Location: East Springfield
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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PJ Storytime at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PJ Storytime Wednesdays, 6:30p.m., May 1 - August 14.
Children of all ages and their families. Drop in to the Central Library Children’s Room to listen to goodnight stories, sing songs and enjoy a tasty snack. Be sure to bring along your favorite stuffed animal to hold while you listen to some great bedtime stories!
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Thursday August 8, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:00 AM
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First Steps! Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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First Steps! June 20 - August 15.
Especially for children birth-36 months with a parent or caregiver. Join us in the Central Library Children’s Room for stories and songs and playtime! This is a great opportunity to help your baby or young toddler acquire those critical language and social skills.
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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4:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Yu-gi-oh at Forest Park
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Contact: Maeleah 413-263-6843
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Teens and young adults are invited to come learn about Yu-Gi-Oh and Magic. Meets the second and third Thursday of the month.
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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6:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Friday August 9, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Teen Tech Club at Mason Square
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Contact: Mason Square Branch 413-263-6853
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Teens! Keep your tech skills sharp this summer at Mason Square! Each week, we’ll explore a new aspect of technology- from creating Web sites and mixing audio - to editing photos and making online animations. Registration is recommended due to limited computer availability.
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June 21: Making Web sites with Google Sites
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June 28: Record your own book review with Audacity Audio Editor
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July 5: Design your own book cover with Photoshop Elements
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July 12: Film your own book or movie trailer with iMovie, pt. 1
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July 19: Film your own book or movie trailer with iMovie, pt. 2
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July 26: Direct your own cartoon with XtraNormal
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August 2: Make a Memory Map with Google Maps
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August 9: Build your own online portfolio
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Location: Mason Square
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3:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Field Day Activities With Coach Bill!
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Contact: Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe 413-263-6840 shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org
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Join us for a variety of fun outdoor games and sports, all lead by our very own coach Bill!
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Location: East Springfield
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Saturday August 10, 2013
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9:00 AM
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1:00 PM
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MGT Class
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Contact: Kim Muhammad 313.313.9164 kimaalston@gmail.com
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Planning meeting. Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:30 PM
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2:30 PM
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Saturday Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Ages 3-8, with siblings welcome. No registration is required. Enjoy some great stories and make a craft. Do join us in the Children’s Program Room!
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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Monday August 12, 2013
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3:30 PM
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5:00 PM
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Karaoke Pizza Party at Central Library
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Contact: Martha Coons 263-6828 x425 mcoons@springfieldlibrary.org
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Summer Reading Club Wrap-up!
Using our Karaoke machine teens and tweens can show us what lies beneath the surface through songs and dressing up in costumes. This fun program will allow
participants to express themselves through music! Individual or group performances are welcome. Let the fun begin!
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Lego & Learning Lounge at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Lego and Learning Lounge!
6:30 pm, Mondays, June 3-August 19
Hang out in the Central Library Children’s Room for fun and educational activities, Including crafts, stories, board games, Lego building and more- you choose what you like! For youth 12 and under; children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or other adult.
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Tuesday August 13, 2013
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10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
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Preschool Storytime at Central Library
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., through August 13.
For ages 3-5 years, with siblings welcome. Join us in the Central Library Community Room for stories, songs, and a craft! Preregistration is required if you'll be bringing more than four children.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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12:00 PM
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1:00 PM
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Noon Hour Book Discussion Group
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Contact: Chris 263-6828 x442
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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 Light Between Oceans: a Novel by M.L. Stedman (fiction) 2012.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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2:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Karaoke Pizza Party at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843 maust-anastasi@springfieldlibrary.org
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Summer Reading Club Wrap-up!
Using our Karaoke machine teens and tweens can show us what lies beneath the surface through songs and dressing up in costumes. This fun program will allow
participants to express themselves through music! Individual or group performances are welcome. Let the fun begin!
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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Wednesday August 14, 2013
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10:00 AM
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12:00 PM
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Wednesday Book Group
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Contact: Ann Keefe 413-263-6828, x294 akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org
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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!
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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3:00 PM
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4:30 PM
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Karaoke Pizza Party at Indian Orchard
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Contact: Indian Orchard 413-263-6846 gcaffee@springfieldlibrary.org
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Summer Reading Club Wrap-up!
Using our Karaoke machine teens and tweens can show us what lies beneath the surface through songs and dressing up in costumes. This fun program will allow
participants to express themselves through music! Individual or group performances are welcome. Let the fun begin!
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Location: Indian Orchard
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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PJ Storytime at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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PJ Storytime Wednesdays, 6:30p.m., May 1 - August 14.
Children of all ages and their families. Drop in to the Central Library Children’s Room to listen to goodnight stories, sing songs and enjoy a tasty snack. Be sure to bring along your favorite stuffed animal to hold while you listen to some great bedtime stories!
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Thursday August 15, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:00 AM
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First Steps! Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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First Steps! June 20 - August 15.
Especially for children birth-36 months with a parent or caregiver. Join us in the Central Library Children’s Room for stories and songs and playtime! This is a great opportunity to help your baby or young toddler acquire those critical language and social skills.
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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2:00 PM
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3:00 PM
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Scrabble Club @ Liberty
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Contact: Liberty 413-263-6849 nclune@springfieldlibrary.org
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Are you hooked on SCRABBLE or Words with Friends? Do you play online but wish you could play face-to-face? Join other word lovers for a stimulating game at the Liberty Branch Library. You don't have to be an expert to play! All ages and skill levels are welcome.
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Location: Liberty
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3:00 PM
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4:30 PM
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Karaoke Pizza Party at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805 gcaffee@springfieldlibrary.org
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Summer Reading Club Wrap-up!
Using our Karaoke machine teens and tweens can show us what lies beneath the surface through songs and dressing up in costumes. This fun program will allow
participants to express themselves through music! Individual or group performances are welcome. Let the fun begin!
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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4:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Yu-gi-oh at Forest Park
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Contact: Maeleah 413-263-6843
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Teens and young adults are invited to come learn about Yu-Gi-Oh and Magic. Meets the second and third Thursday of the month.
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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5:30 PM
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7:00 PM
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Community Police Beat Management Team
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Contact: Kathleen Brown (413) 787-6359 kbrown@springfieldpolice.net
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Springfield Police Sector F Community Beat Team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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6:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Friday August 16, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Saturday August 17, 2013
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1:30 PM
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2:30 PM
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Saturday Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Ages 3-8, with siblings welcome. No registration is required. Enjoy some great stories and make a craft. Do join us in the Children’s Program Room!
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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Monday August 19, 2013
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Lego & Learning Lounge at the Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Lego and Learning Lounge!
6:30 pm, Mondays, June 3-August 19
Hang out in the Central Library Children’s Room for fun and educational activities, Including crafts, stories, board games, Lego building and more- you choose what you like! For youth 12 and under; children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or other adult.
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Location: Central Library Children's Room
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Tuesday August 20, 2013
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Wednesday August 21, 2013
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Secret Garden Club (for kids)
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Contact: Tricia LaBroad tlabroad@springfieldlibrary.org
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You don't need to live on a farm to grow vegetables or flowers! You can grow all sorts of plants right here in Springfield. Join Tricia's Secret Garden Club, and you'll learn all about how to create a beautiful garden. Make a sunflower house and a runner-bean teepee. Then craft some outdoor decorations to bring home to your own garden.
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Location: East Springfield
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Thursday August 22, 2013
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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6:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Friday August 23, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Saturday August 24, 2013
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1:30 PM
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2:30 PM
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Saturday Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Ages 3-8, with siblings welcome. No registration is required. Enjoy some great stories and make a craft. Do join us in the Children’s Program Room!
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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Tuesday August 27, 2013
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Wednesday August 28, 2013
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10:00 AM
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12:00 PM
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Wednesday Book Group
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Contact: Ann Keefe 413-263-6828, x294 akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org
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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!
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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5:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Springfield Parent Academy Meeting
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Contact: Jennifer Wands 413.787.7481 wandsj@sps.springfield.ma.us
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Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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6:00 PM
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7:00 PM
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East Forest Park Book Group
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Contact: Linda Grodofsky 413-263-6836 lgrodofsky@springfieldlibrary.org
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This month the East Forest Park Book Group will read and discuss
The East Forest Park Book Discussion Group meets every month from 6 - 7 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month. We select a new book to discuss every month. Come join us for a lively discussion and meet others who also enjoy reading. New members are always welcome.
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Location: East Forest Park
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Thursday August 29, 2013
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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6:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Friday August 30, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Saturday August 31, 2013
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1:30 PM
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2:30 PM
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Saturday Storytime at Children's Room
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Contact: Children's Room 413-263-6828 x201
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Ages 3-8, with siblings welcome. No registration is required. Enjoy some great stories and make a craft. Do join us in the Children’s Program Room!
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Location: Central Library Children's Program Room
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Monday September 2, 2013
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Labor Day: All Libraries Closed
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All Springfield City Library locations will be closed in observance of Labor Day.
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Location: All Library Locations
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Tuesday September 3, 2013
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Wednesday September 4, 2013
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12:00 PM
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1:30 PM
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East Springfield Book Group
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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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. In this informal roundtable, members talk about what they're reading and share recommendations in any genre. Join us and widen your book-reading horizons! For more information, contact the branch.
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Location: East Springfield
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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5:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Library Commissioners Meeting
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Contact: Carol 263-6828 x290
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Monthly meeting of the Board of Library Commissioners.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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Thursday September 5, 2013
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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6:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Friday September 6, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Tuesday September 10, 2013
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12:00 PM
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1:00 PM
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Noon Hour Book Discussion Group
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Contact: Chris 263-6828 x442
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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 End of Your Life Book Club by Will Schwalbe (nonfiction) 2012.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Wednesday September 11, 2013
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10:00 AM
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12:00 PM
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Wednesday Book Group
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Contact: Ann Keefe 413-263-6828, x294 akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org
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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!
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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Thursday September 12, 2013
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2:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Provider Recruitment for Home/Community-Based Waivers
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Contact: Kim Wamback 774.455.5176 kimberly.wamback@umassmed.edu
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UMass Medical School HCBS Provider recruitment presentation. Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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4:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Yu-gi-oh at Forest Park
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Contact: Maeleah 413-263-6843
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Teens and young adults are invited to come learn about Yu-Gi-Oh and Magic. Meets the second and third Thursday of the month.
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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5:00 PM
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7:30 PM
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Community Check-Up
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Contact: Wanda Givens 413.788.6143, x112 wgivens@mshtf.org
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Mason Square Health Task Force quarterly meeting. Not a Library sponsored program.
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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6:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Friday September 13, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Tuesday September 17, 2013
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Wednesday September 18, 2013
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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Thursday September 19, 2013
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4:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Yu-gi-oh at Forest Park
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Contact: Maeleah 413-263-6843
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Teens and young adults are invited to come learn about Yu-Gi-Oh and Magic. Meets the second and third Thursday of the month.
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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5:30 PM
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7:00 PM
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Community Police Beat Management Team
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Contact: Kathleen Brown (413) 787-6359 kbrown@springfieldpolice.net
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Springfield Police Sector F Community Beat Team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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6:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Friday September 20, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Tuesday September 24, 2013
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Wednesday September 25, 2013
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10:00 AM
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12:00 PM
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Wednesday Book Group
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Contact: Ann Keefe 413-263-6828, x294 akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org
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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!
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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5:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Springfield Parent Academy Meeting
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Contact: Jennifer Wands 413.787.7481 wandsj@sps.springfield.ma.us
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Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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6:00 PM
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7:00 PM
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East Forest Park Book Group
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Contact: Linda Grodofsky 413-263-6836 lgrodofsky@springfieldlibrary.org
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This month the East Forest Park Book Group will read and discuss
The East Forest Park Book Discussion Group meets every month from 6 - 7 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month. We select a new book to discuss every month. Come join us for a lively discussion and meet others who also enjoy reading. New members are always welcome.
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Location: East Forest Park
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Thursday September 26, 2013
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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6:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Location: Brightwood Community Room
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Friday September 27, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Conversation Circle at Brightwood
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Contact: Brightwood 413-263-6805
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Adults learning to speak English are invited to join our friendly conversation circles, led by an experienced teacher. Improve your English speaking skills. Free!
To register, please call the Brightwood Branch Library at 413-263-6805 on Tuesdays (10am to 5pm), Thursdays (1pm to 8pm), or Fridays (9am to 1pm).
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Wednesday October 2, 2013
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12:00 PM
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1:30 PM
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East Springfield Book Group
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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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. In this informal roundtable, members talk about what they're reading and share recommendations in any genre. Join us and widen your book-reading horizons! For more information, contact the branch.
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Location: East Springfield
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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5:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Library Commissioners Meeting
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Contact: Carol 263-6828 x290
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Monthly meeting of the Board of Library Commissioners.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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Thursday October 3, 2013
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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Friday October 4, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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5:00 PM
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7:00 PM
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mural event
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Location: Central Library
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Tuesday October 8, 2013
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12:00 PM
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1:00 PM
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Noon Hour Book Discussion Group
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Contact: Chris 263-6828 x442
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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 Yellow Birds by Kevin Powers (fiction) 2012.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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Wednesday October 9, 2013
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10:00 AM
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12:00 PM
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Wednesday Book Group
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Contact: Ann Keefe 413-263-6828, x294 akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org
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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!
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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Thursday October 10, 2013
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4:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Yu-gi-oh at Forest Park
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Contact: Maeleah 413-263-6843
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Teens and young adults are invited to come learn about Yu-Gi-Oh and Magic. Meets the second and third Thursday of the month.
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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Friday October 11, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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Monday October 14, 2013
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Columbus Day: All Libraries Closed
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All Springfield City Library locations will be closed in observance of Columbus Day.
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Location: All Library Locations
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Wednesday October 16, 2013
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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Thursday October 17, 2013
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4:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Yu-gi-oh at Forest Park
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Contact: Maeleah 413-263-6843
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Teens and young adults are invited to come learn about Yu-Gi-Oh and Magic. Meets the second and third Thursday of the month.
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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5:30 PM
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7:00 PM
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Community Police Beat Management Team
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Contact: Kathleen Brown (413) 787-6359 kbrown@springfieldpolice.net
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Springfield Police Sector F Community Beat Team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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Friday October 18, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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Sunday October 20, 2013
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1:00 PM
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2:00 PM
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Rotunda Rhythms: Children's Chorus of Springfield
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Contact: Matthew Jaquith 413-263-6828, x221 mjaquith@springfieldlibrary.org
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liaison Vera Baker, Manger CCS
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Location: Central Library Rotunda
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Wednesday October 23, 2013
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10:00 AM
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12:00 PM
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Wednesday Book Group
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Contact: Ann Keefe 413-263-6828, x294 akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org
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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!
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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Thursday October 24, 2013
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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Friday October 25, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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Wednesday October 30, 2013
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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5:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Springfield Parent Academy Meeting
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Contact: Jennifer Wands 413.787.7481 wandsj@sps.springfield.ma.us
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Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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6:00 PM
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7:00 PM
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East Forest Park Book Group
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Contact: Linda Grodofsky 413-263-6836 lgrodofsky@springfieldlibrary.org
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This month the East Forest Park Book Group will read and discuss
The East Forest Park Book Discussion Group meets every month from 6 - 7 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month. We select a new book to discuss every month. Come join us for a lively discussion and meet others who also enjoy reading. New members are always welcome.
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Location: East Forest Park
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Thursday October 31, 2013
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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Friday November 1, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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Wednesday November 6, 2013
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12:00 PM
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1:30 PM
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East Springfield Book Group
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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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. In this informal roundtable, members talk about what they're reading and share recommendations in any genre. Join us and widen your book-reading horizons! For more information, contact the branch.
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Location: East Springfield
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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5:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Library Commissioners Meeting
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Contact: Carol 263-6828 x290
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Monthly meeting of the Board of Library Commissioners.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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Thursday November 7, 2013
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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Friday November 8, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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Monday November 11, 2013
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Veterans Day: All Libraries Closed
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All Springfield City Library locations will be closed in observance of Veterans Day.
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Location: All Library Locations
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Tuesday November 12, 2013
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12:00 PM
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1:00 PM
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Noon Hour Book Discussion Group
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Contact: Chris 263-6828 x442
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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 Defending Jacob: a Novel by William Landay (fiction) 2012.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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Wednesday November 13, 2013
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10:00 AM
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12:00 PM
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Wednesday Book Group
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Contact: Ann Keefe 413-263-6828, x294 akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org
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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!
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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Thursday November 14, 2013
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4:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Yu-gi-oh at Forest Park
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Contact: Maeleah 413-263-6843
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Teens and young adults are invited to come learn about Yu-Gi-Oh and Magic. Meets the second and third Thursday of the month.
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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Friday November 15, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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Wednesday November 20, 2013
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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5:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Springfield Parent Academy Meeting
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Contact: Jennifer Wands 413.787.7481 wandsj@sps.springfield.ma.us
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Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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Thursday November 21, 2013
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4:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Yu-gi-oh at Forest Park
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Contact: Maeleah 413-263-6843
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Teens and young adults are invited to come learn about Yu-Gi-Oh and Magic. Meets the second and third Thursday of the month.
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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5:30 PM
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7:00 PM
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Community Police Beat Management Team
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Contact: Kathleen Brown (413) 787-6359 kbrown@springfieldpolice.net
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Springfield Police Sector F Community Beat Team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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Friday November 22, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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Wednesday November 27, 2013
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Thanksgiving Day Eve: All Libraries Close at 5 pm
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All Springfield City Library locations will be close at 5 pm on Thanksgiving Day Eve.
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Location: All Library Locations
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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Thursday November 28, 2013
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Thanksgiving Day: All Libraries Closed
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All Springfield City Library locations will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
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Location: All Library Locations
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Friday November 29, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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Wednesday December 4, 2013
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10:00 AM
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12:00 PM
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Wednesday Book Group
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Contact: Ann Keefe 413-263-6828, x294 akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org
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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!
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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12:00 PM
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1:30 PM
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East Springfield Book Group
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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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. In this informal roundtable, members talk about what they're reading and share recommendations in any genre. Join us and widen your book-reading horizons! For more information, contact the branch.
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Location: East Springfield
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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5:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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Library Commissioners Meeting
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Contact: Carol 263-6828 x290
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Monthly meeting of the Board of Library Commissioners.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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Thursday December 5, 2013
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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Friday December 6, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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Tuesday December 10, 2013
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12:00 PM
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1:00 PM
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Noon Hour Book Discussion Group
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Contact: Chris 263-6828 x442
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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 Rent Collector by Camron Wright (fiction) 2012.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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Wednesday December 11, 2013
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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Thursday December 12, 2013
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4:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Yu-gi-oh at Forest Park
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Contact: Maeleah 413-263-6843
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Teens and young adults are invited to come learn about Yu-Gi-Oh and Magic. Meets the second and third Thursday of the month.
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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5:00 PM
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7:30 PM
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Community Check-Up
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Contact: Wanda Givens 413.788.6143, x112 wgivens@mshtf.org
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Mason Square Health Task Force quarterly meeting. Not a Library sponsored program.
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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Friday December 13, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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Wednesday December 18, 2013
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10:00 AM
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12:00 PM
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Wednesday Book Group
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Contact: Ann Keefe 413-263-6828, x294 akeefe@springfieldlibrary.org
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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!
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
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Knit-Alongs at East Forest Park
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Contact: East Forest Park 413-263-6836
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: East Forest Park
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5:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Springfield Parent Academy Meeting
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Contact: Jennifer Wands 413.787.7481 wandsj@sps.springfield.ma.us
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Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Central Library Community Room
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Thursday December 19, 2013
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4:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Yu-gi-oh at Forest Park
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Contact: Maeleah 413-263-6843
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Teens and young adults are invited to come learn about Yu-Gi-Oh and Magic. Meets the second and third Thursday of the month.
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Location: Forest Park Community Room
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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5:30 PM
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7:00 PM
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Community Police Beat Management Team
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Contact: Kathleen Brown (413) 787-6359 kbrown@springfieldpolice.net
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Springfield Police Sector F Community Beat Team meeting. Not a library sponsored event.
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Location: Mason Square Community Room
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Friday December 20, 2013
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10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Knit Lits at East Springfield
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Contact: East Springfield 413-263-6840
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A group of avid knitters and crocheters, "The Knit Lits," meets every Friday from 10 - 11:30 am 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.
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Location: East Springfield
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Tuesday December 24, 2013
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Christmas Day Eve: All Libraries Closed
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All Springfield City Library locations will be closed on Christmas Day Eve.
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Location: All Library Locations
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Wednesday December 25, 2013
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Christmas Day: All Libraries Closed
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All Springfield City Library locations will be closed in observance of Christmas Day.
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Location: All Library Locations
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Thursday December 26, 2013
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5:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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Knit-n-More at Forest Park
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Contact: Forest Park 263-6843
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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. For more information, contact Linda at the branch.
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Location: Forest Park
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Tuesday December 31, 2013
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New Year's Eve: All Libraries Closed at 5 pm
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All Springfield City Library locations will be closed at 5 pm on New Year's Eve.
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Location: All Library Locations
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