Sigma Gamma Rho is holding a Rhosebud roundup. Our Rhosebuds are young girls ages 8-11. Rhosebuds aims to inspire young girls by building healthy self-esteem and strong self-confidence while promoting academic excellence and civil duty. In this particular event, we will be hosting a round-up geared towards educating parents and their daughters on our Rhosebud program. Our event will be a slide show presentation with light snacks.
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
For this program we'll be discussing graphic novel of your choice! Instead of worrying about finding and reading the library-chosen book for each month’s discussion, no preparation is needed — just show up ready to talk about anything you’ve read recently (or even not so recently). You’ll connect with other readers, walk away with recommendations and new ideas, and get a chance to sing the praises of your favorite books. This club meets on the last Saturday of every month, from 1-2 pm, at the ES Branch Library. Ages 8-12.
Girl Scout Brownie Troop meeting and activities.
This is a non-library-sponsored event
First-Time Home Buyer Class - Free Public Community Event to provide education on the home buying process.
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
Meeting for planning programming and community service.
This is a non-library-sponsored event
In this gathering, we will be meeting with our members to discuss business.
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
Join us at the Indian Orchard Library for Minecraft at the Library, where we mine, craft, and trade Minecraft tips! Every Saturday of the month from 12:00-2:00pm. Space limited to 6 participants so come early. For children and teens ages 10 and up. Please call 263-6846 for more information.
Candlekeep is the most famous library in existence - the place where elite magicians and researchers from all over the world go, to find the information they need. You and your friends have been hired by its leader for an entirely new position - the Keeper’s Flames.
Go on an adventure and solve mysteries in this 12-week D&D campaign. Beginners and experienced players welcome. Adults 18+
Book Discussion on Jade City by Fonda Lee
This is a non-library-sponsored event
Monthly meeting of mother members.
This is a non-library-sponsored event
Join us for stories, songs, movement, fingerplays, a craft and playtime. No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome. For more information please call 413 263 6846.
Pioneer Valley Planning Commission will be interviewing Stakeholders from the Mason Square Neighborhoods (Bay, McKnight, Old Hill, Upper Hill, and Maple High-Six Corners) as part of the Neighborhood Investment Planning process.
This is a non-library-sponsored event
From traditional crafts to digital tinkering, the East Forest Park Makerspace is your place to create, invent, and learn. Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.
Want to learn more? Contact the East Forest Park Branch Library at (413) 263-6836.
Every Monday we'll have art supplies and crafting supplies available for teens to create a project in the teen room or take home to complete there. Teens 12-19 welcome.
Visit East Forest Park on Mondays and Wednesdays for basic tech help from local teen volunteers. They can help you with downloading an app, signing up for an email account, and other basic tech tools needed in your day-to-day life.
Join us Mondays in March for some messy, sensory art for preschoolers. We'll squish, splatter, and splash so please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Recommended for children 3-5 years old.
Discussion and planning of community events for the month of April 2023
This is a non-library-sponsored event
You're invited to stop by for a visit! Bring along your knitting, grab some books, or catch up with a friend over coffee and a puzzle. Every week, folks from the neighborhood, and those that provide services for Seniors will pop by to keep you informed and entertained. Refreshments provided. For seniors 60+ and their caregivers.
Computer test for a local resident who is receiving services from Mass rehab commission and Easter Seals.
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
Calling all families with your child for a fun filled hour of stories, songs and crafts and more. No registration.
Storytime plays an important role in building early literacy and social skills. Join us for books, songs, and playtime specifically designed for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for families with children under three years old. No registration required, but we appreciate a call ahead if your group has 6 children or more.
The Springfield City Library is delighted to partner with the Hampden County Law Library to offer the public the opportunity to talk with a Law Librarian from the Hampden County Courts. Join us on Zoom every Tuesday from 1-2 pm to ask the Law Librarian any legal research questions you may have. The law librarian is not a lawyer and cannot advise on legal issues, but can provide comprehensive resources regarding the law and your rights. Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/4nh6j96r.
Pioneer Valley Planning Commission will be interviewing Stakeholders from the Mason Square Neighborhoods (Bay, McKnight, Old Hill, Upper Hill, and Maple High-Six Corners) as part of the Neighborhood Investment Planning process.
This is a non-library-sponsored event
Parents and their children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and activities! Sixteen Acres Branch Library Playgroup is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required!
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
From traditional crafts to digital tinkering, the East Forest Park Makerspace is your place to create, invent, and learn. Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.
Want to learn more? Contact the East Forest Park Branch Library at (413) 263-6836.
The weather is getting warmer, and it's the perfect time to paint rocks! Keep it as a work of art, or place outside to share your creation with the world! We'll provide all the materials and the snacks! Ages 12-19 welcome!
Community based organization monthly member meeting, Open to the Public
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
Calling all parents of young children! We invite you along with your child for an hour of gross-motor fun!. No registration. Not a library program, presented in collaboration with Home City Families.
Stop by to learn about Job Corps. Job Corps is a free residential and job training program that helps both young adults as well as adults of any age who have a disability to gain employment.
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
Come and join us every Wednesday for a bilingual story time in the English and Spanish languages: songs, rhymes, stories, and crafts. Make friends and enjoy snacks. Ages 1-5.
Vengan y participen todos los Miércoles del programa bilingue en Inglés y Español: Disfruten de cancioncitas, rimas, cuentos, y actividades manuales. Compartir con amiguitos y refrescos. Edades 1-5.
Join us at the Forest park branch Library for some de-stressing arts and crafts! On the first and third Wednesdays of the month you can learn how to make your own soap, make a collage, or try out a seasonal craft. For teens/ tweens age 11-18.
Visit East Forest Park on Mondays and Wednesdays for basic tech help from local teen volunteers. They can help you with downloading an app, signing up for an email account, and other basic tech tools needed in your day-to-day life.
Daisy & Brownie Troop Meeting
Want to learn about different countries and cultures from around the world? Join World Explorers where together we will learn about different cultures by enjoying some of their stories, music, food and art. At the ES Branch Library the last Wednesday of the month 4-5PM. Ages 7-13
AmeriCorps is an independent agency of the United States government that provides stipended volunteer work programs which help communities address poverty, the environment, education, and other unmet human needs.
Join us every Wednesday evening for games, crafts, snacks, and conversation. Come hang out in our big comfy chairs and wind down with a friend. For teens 13+
Legos are back! Join other LEGO Questers in building our Quest of the week, or build your own. Wednesdays, 5-7 pm. Indian Orchard branch. For ages 5 and up. Please call with any questions 413-263-6846.
Table reads/blocking rehearsals.
This is a non-library-sponsored event
In this cooking class series, folks who love to cook at home can come together to create a shared meal. Each month a different cookbook, theme, or chef will be selected as the focus. Participants can bring a dish to share based on each month's theme, but is not mandatory. Pre-registration is required. (Note: Classes with 0 or 1 registrants the day before will be canceled.)
The Springfield Department of Health & Human Services is hosting a vaccination clinic to help people get vaccinated against COVID-19.
This is not a library-sponsered program.
Storytime is the perfect way to spend your Thursday! We'll jump and dance and laugh the morning away—and of course, hear lots of awesome stories!
Jump n' Jam Storytime is geared toward ages 3-5, but all are welcome.
Join us for songs, rhymes and a story or two. "Circle time" is not only a fun experience for your child but also a great way to be ready for preschool and kindergarten. Be sure to browse our extensive collection of children's books and multimedia before or after the program! . Ages 0-5, older siblings welcome.
Stop by to learn about Job Corps. Job Corps is a free residential and job training program that helps both young adults as well as adults of any age who have a disability to gain employment.
In this class, you will get a chance to set up an email account and learn how to send and receive messages online. Basic keyboard and mouse skills are required.
This is the final part of "Computer Basics," a four-week series designed to teach everything you need to start exploring on your own.
Click here for more information on the series, or call (413) 263-6828 ext. 213 to talk to a reference librarian.
Mass in Motion Springfield Community Group March Meeting. Public health, food access, food insecurity, physical activity, built environment.
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
Join us at the Forest park Branch Library on Thursday afternoons for some gaming fun! Challenge friend to board and card games, or even a game on Nintendo Switch! Refreshments provided! For Teens/ Tweens 11-18.
Come for coffee! Bring along your knitting, grab some books, or catch up with a friend over coffee and a puzzle. Every week, folks from the neighborhood will gather and chat in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. Refreshments provided. For seniors 60+ and their caregivers.
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
Join us for 45 minutes of chair yoga. Using gentle stretching while seated, chair yoga allows adults of all abilities to improve flexibility and balance. Instructor Cindy Senk, a certified accessible yoga teacher, will lead the class. No registration is required for this yoga series. Ages 18+
Aimed at senior citizens, this bi-weekly cooking series will focus on cooking nourishing meals in small portions. The three classes will be held following Chair Yoga with Cindy Senk. Come for yoga, stay to cook and have lunch!
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
School getting you stressed? Want to hang out with other artists? Join our Not Your Ordinary Coloring Club. We supply the artist-quality crayons, pencils and pens and coloring pages, to spark your creativity. Just drop by and color your stress away. In the teen room, 1-5pm, Friday afternoons. Please ask for supplies in the Children's Room. For more information call 413 263 6846.
Calling all families with your child for a fun filled hour of stories, songs and crafts and more. No registration.
It's time to start the weekend with some games! We will have board games, puzzles, legos, and crafts available! Can you beat a librarian at Jenga or Uno? We're guessing, the answer is "yes" 
Ages 10+ welcome!
Library Dances is a 40 minute presentation of short contemporary dance works that include a dance poem, a dance essay, and the chapter of a dance novel. During the performances, Maureen Shea will present solo works, while dancers from Springfield College’s dance department will present Shea’s choreography, Fleur de peau. All are welcome to these free performances. Library Dances is funded in part by the Local Cultural Councils of Hadley, South Hadley, and Springfield, local agencies funded by the Massachusetts Cultural Council
Get ready to get messy! Put on your painting clothes and join us for a messy painting party! Choose from a variety of surfaces and types of paints. Use brushes, foam stamps, fingers, or elbows! Try out different textures and tools - what shape would your knee make? Can you use a pencil to paint? The best part - the only mess you'll have to clean is yourself!
March 31 | 4:00-5:00 | Ages 2-10
Join us at the Indian Orchard Library for Minecraft at the Library, where we mine, craft, and trade Minecraft tips! Every Saturday of the month from 12:00-2:00pm. Space limited to 6 participants so come early. For children and teens ages 10 and up. Please call 263-6846 for more information.
Back by popular demand, Boris Kogan (cello), Sofya Shainskaya (piano), and the Springfield Symphony Orchestra's 1st violinist Marsha Harbison will play a wide variety of classical music. One of the recital's key goals is to expose our future young adult audience to the joys of classical music. It will highlight major classical styles and beloved composers such as J. S. Bach, Peter Tchaikovsky, and Nicolai Rimsky-Korsakov. Funding provided by the Rose Smith Fund.
Candlekeep is the most famous library in existence - the place where elite magicians and researchers from all over the world go, to find the information they need. You and your friends have been hired by its leader for an entirely new position - the Keeper’s Flames.
Go on an adventure and solve mysteries in this 12-week D&D campaign. Beginners and experienced players welcome. Adults 18+
Join us for stories, songs, movement, fingerplays, a craft and playtime. No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome. For more information please call 413 263 6846.
From traditional crafts to digital tinkering, the East Forest Park Makerspace is your place to create, invent, and learn. Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.
Want to learn more? Contact the East Forest Park Branch Library at (413) 263-6836.
Stop by to learn about Job Corps. Job Corps is a free residential and job training program that helps both young adults as well as adults of any age who have a disability to gain employment.
Every Monday we'll have art supplies and crafting supplies available for teens to create a project in the teen room or take home to complete there. Teens 12-19 welcome.
Visit East Forest Park on Mondays and Wednesdays for basic tech help from local teen volunteers. They can help you with downloading an app, signing up for an email account, and other basic tech tools needed in your day-to-day life.
The FDIC (Fedral Deposit Insurance Corporation) Community Affairs Program supports the FDIC’s mission to promote stability and public confidence in the nation’s financial system by promoting economic inclusion and community development initiatives that broaden access to safe and affordable credit and deposit services from insured depository institutions. To achieve this goal, one of the FDIC's activities is to convene banks, federal agencies, state and local governments, and community-based organizations to explore resources and promising practices to address concerns in the communities they serve. The topic of this event is to discuss the multifaceted aspects of the wealth gap in the BIPOC (Black Indigenous, and People of Color) community in the Springfield, MA area and explore opportunities to build wealth among that population and other low- and moderate-income individuals.
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
You're invited to stop by for a visit! Bring along your knitting, grab some books, or catch up with a friend over coffee and a puzzle. Every week, folks from the neighborhood, and those that provide services for Seniors will pop by to keep you informed and entertained. Refreshments provided. For seniors 60+ and their caregivers.
Calling all families with your child for a fun filled hour of stories, songs and crafts and more. No registration.
Sensory activities are amazing. They are a quick and easy way for kids to learn so much while also working on: independent play skills, math skills (capacity), imaginary play / dramatic play, life skills (pouring, scooping, transferring), fine motor skills,tactile learning and developing self-control.
Join us at the ES Branch Library every other Tuesday at 10 am. Dates: Tuesday, Jan 10, Jan 24, Feb 7, Feb 21, Mar 7, Mar 21, Apr 4, Apr 18, May 2, May 16, May 30. Toddlers ages 2-4 and their caretakers.
Storytime plays an important role in building early literacy and social skills. Join us for books, songs, and playtime specifically designed for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for families with children under three years old. No registration required, but we appreciate a call ahead if your group has 6 children or more.
Stop by to learn about Job Corps. Job Corps is a free residential and job training program that helps both young adults as well as adults of any age who have a disability to gain employment.
Senator Jake Oliveira's monthly office hour, first Tuesday of the month, at the East Forest Park Branch.
This is not a library-sponsored program.
Parents and their children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and activities! Sixteen Acres Branch Library Playgroup is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required!
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
From traditional crafts to digital tinkering, the East Forest Park Makerspace is your place to create, invent, and learn. Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.
Want to learn more? Contact the East Forest Park Branch Library at (413) 263-6836.
Come enjoy snacks every other Tuesday at the Forest park Branch Library! We'll supply anything from international to limited edition, or seasonal snacks. For teens/ tweens age 11-18.
More than 60 Massachusetts public libraries have partnered to offer the 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group program to support people fifty years and older looking for a new job, a new career direction, or a Second Act career. Take advantage of these free biweekly skill-building and networking group meetings. A new topic will be covered at each meeting. Attendance at each session is not necessary – but highly recommended! Job seekers can join at anytime!
WHO: Debbi Hope, MBA, PCIC, MC, an experienced Executive Career Coach and Certified Master Coach
WHERE: All meetings are on Zoom.
WHEN: We offer morning & evening classes. Please choose the time that works best for you:
1st & 3rd Wednesday, 9:30am-11:30am / 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 6pm-8pm
Learn more and register at our website! https://www.springfieldlibrary.org/library/50-plus-job-seekers/
Calling all parents of young children! We invite you along with your child for an hour of gross-motor fun!. No registration. Not a library program, presented in collaboration with Home City Families.
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
Come and join us every Wednesday for a bilingual story time in the English and Spanish languages: songs, rhymes, stories, and crafts. Make friends and enjoy snacks. Ages 1-5.
Vengan y participen todos los Miércoles del programa bilingue en Inglés y Español: Disfruten de cancioncitas, rimas, cuentos, y actividades manuales. Compartir con amiguitos y refrescos. Edades 1-5.
Come learn to code and change the world! We are partnering with Girls Who Code to offer a Coding Club where you can explore different programming languages and platforms, along with the potential they have for making a positive impact on your community. You will build the skills you need to create animations, games, apps, and more using GWC's fun online tutorials and the support of the other club members!
This club is open to aspiring coders aged 13-18. Space is limited, registration is required.
Visit East Forest Park on Mondays and Wednesdays for basic tech help from local teen volunteers. They can help you with downloading an app, signing up for an email account, and other basic tech tools needed in your day-to-day life.
Daisy & Brownie Troop Meeting
Get your garden growing at the Forest Park Library. Kids can pick from a variety of veggies and start their seeds with provided supplies. Take them home and watch them grow! When they're ready, you can replant them outside or in bigger pots and look forward to your first harvest!
April 5 | 4:00-5:00 | Ages 5-12
What can you create with our grab bag of crafting goodies? We will have available a variety or crafting supplies - felt, foam, embroidery floss, paint, paper, markers, beads, SPARKLY stickers..... Your imagination is the limit! For ages 11-18. The first Wednesday of the month, from 4-6 pm. Indian Orchard Library. For more information please call 413 263 6846.
Join us in the teen room to participate in challenges around our favorite treat- Chocolate! Guess how many M&M's are in a jar, see how tall you make an Oreo tower in 60 seconds, and much much more. Of course, you'll also get to eat the chocolate too! Ages 12-19 welcome!
Legos are back! Join other LEGO Questers in building our Quest of the week, or build your own. Wednesdays, 5-7 pm. Indian Orchard branch. For ages 5 and up. Please call with any questions 413-263-6846.
You and your girl are invited to join us at one of our free Intro to Outdoor Skills Events. Your girl will earn her first Girl Scout patch while learning basic campfire-building techniques, first aid, and jackknife safety.
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
Join a lively discussion with other book lovers, and enjoy your favorite brew too. Books & Brew meets in person at Nathan Bill's Restaurant in Springfield. First Wednesday of each month | Adults | Ages 21+ | Check our website for upcoming book selections!
Do you have questions about using your smartphone or laptop? You are not alone! Bring your device and technology-related questions and issues to our monthly Drop-In Tech Help session.
Ever wonder how a DVD player works? We have too, that is why we are adding "tinkering" to our monthly Drop-In sessions. We will provide the devices to explore, and the tools to open them up!
Registration is not required, but time may be limited in order to assist all attendees.
Storytime is the perfect way to spend your Thursday! We'll jump and dance and laugh the morning away—and of course, hear lots of awesome stories!
Jump n' Jam Storytime is geared toward ages 3-5, but all are welcome.
Join us for songs, rhymes and a story or two. "Circle time" is not only a fun experience for your child but also a great way to be ready for preschool and kindergarten. Be sure to browse our extensive collection of children's books and multimedia before or after the program! . Ages 0-5, older siblings welcome.
Are you interested in learning how to sew, or maybe just want to brush up your skills? Drop-in for our bi-weekly studio session. From sewing a button or hemming pants, to following a pattern to construct a garment using a sewing machine, our sewing volunteer can help you get started!
Sessions are open to participants of all ages and skill levels.
A community meeting with Rep Puppolo, Rep. Ashe, and Senator Oliveira to discuss the state budget priorities and funding public education pre-k - higher education. All are welcome.
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
Join us at the Forest park Branch Library on Thursday afternoons for some gaming fun! Challenge friend to board and card games, or even a game on Nintendo Switch! Refreshments provided! For Teens/ Tweens 11-18.
Come for coffee! Bring along your knitting, grab some books, or catch up with a friend over coffee and a puzzle. Every week, folks from the neighborhood will gather and chat in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. Refreshments provided. For seniors 60+ and their caregivers.
Meet animal ambassadors from the Forest Park Zoo and learn how they live!
Youth of all ages and their families welcome.
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
Create a painting of spring flowers in this step-by-step class. This fun, no-pressure class allows participants to relax and enjoy a morning of creativity. Ages 10 and up when accompanied by an adult. Limited to 15 participants.
Join us for 45 minutes of chair yoga. Using gentle stretching while seated, chair yoga allows adults of all abilities to improve flexibility and balance. Instructor Cindy Senk, a certified accessible yoga teacher, will lead the class. No registration is required for this yoga series. Ages 18+
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
April 7: Mo Willems; May 5: James Dean (creator of Pete the Cat)
1:30pm or 4:00pm. No registration required, just drop in! Ideal for ages 2-7 with older and younger children welcome. Children 7 and under must be accompanied and consistently supervised by an adult.
School getting you stressed? Want to hang out with other artists? Join our Not Your Ordinary Coloring Club. We supply the artist-quality crayons, pencils and pens and coloring pages, to spark your creativity. Just drop by and color your stress away. In the teen room, 1-5pm, Friday afternoons. Please ask for supplies in the Children's Room. For more information call 413 263 6846.
Calling all families with your child for a fun filled hour of stories, songs and crafts and more. No registration.
Join us for the Romance Book Club! We discuss a different romance novel each month - our choices explore all the sub-genres, and a wide representation of characters. One Saturday a month, online via Zoom. Register if you'd like to be added to our email list, but no registration is required - just join us at the Zoom link. For adults 18+. See our current book choice and group guidelines at the website!
Girl Scout Brownie Troop Meeting and Activities
This is a non-library-sponsored event
Monthly chapter meeting
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
Make your own paper flowers and use them to decorate a wreath. For adults 18+
Registration is highly recomended so that we have enough supplies for everyone.
Join us at the Indian Orchard Library for Minecraft at the Library, where we mine, craft, and trade Minecraft tips! Every Saturday of the month from 12:00-2:00pm. Space limited to 6 participants so come early. For children and teens ages 10 and up. Please call 263-6846 for more information.
Creative writers of all types are invited to Write-Up Springfield's monthly meeting of networking, writing exercise, and sharing. Led by Tara Dasso and Kateri M. Walsh, these hands-on workshops are a chance to hone your skill and hear from other western Massachusetts writers on creative writing. Newcomers welcomed!
Funding comes from the Friends of the Library and the Massachusetts Cultural Council. 18+
Candlekeep is the most famous library in existence - the place where elite magicians and researchers from all over the world go, to find the information they need. You and your friends have been hired by its leader for an entirely new position - the Keeper’s Flames.
Go on an adventure and solve mysteries in this 12-week D&D campaign. Beginners and experienced players welcome. Adults 18+
Central Library will be closed in observance of the holiday.
Join us for stories, songs, movement, fingerplays, a craft and playtime. No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome. For more information please call 413 263 6846.
From traditional crafts to digital tinkering, the East Forest Park Makerspace is your place to create, invent, and learn. Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.
Want to learn more? Contact the East Forest Park Branch Library at (413) 263-6836.
Every Monday we'll have art supplies and crafting supplies available for teens to create a project in the teen room or take home to complete there. Teens 12-19 welcome.
Visit East Forest Park on Mondays and Wednesdays for basic tech help from local teen volunteers. They can help you with downloading an app, signing up for an email account, and other basic tech tools needed in your day-to-day life.
Join us for YOUR choice in teen programming! We're inviting all 13-19 years old to suggest super fun activities they would like to see at the library. Talk with your local branch librarian or connect with us through polls, suggestion boxes, and more.
Is it safe to enter personal information on a website? Is that email a scam? How do I create and remember a secure password? Join this 2-session class to learn to protect yourself on the internet - bring your questions, and your device if you want! Session 1 (Apr 10) - Basics, Session 2 (Apr 12) - Your Questions and Scenarios Addressed. Registration encouraged, spots are limited. For adults, some basic computer knowledge helpful
You're invited to stop by for a visit! Bring along your knitting, grab some books, or catch up with a friend over coffee and a puzzle. Every week, folks from the neighborhood, and those that provide services for Seniors will pop by to keep you informed and entertained. Refreshments provided. For seniors 60+ and their caregivers.
Calling all families with your child for a fun filled hour of stories, songs and crafts and more. No registration.
Storytime plays an important role in building early literacy and social skills. Join us for books, songs, and playtime specifically designed for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for families with children under three years old. No registration required, but we appreciate a call ahead if your group has 6 children or more.
Explore great books, join a lively discussion, and meet others who enjoy reading too. New members are always welcome! Meets online via Zoom at noon on the second Tuesday of every month. Library copies of the book are available at the Central Library's second-floor Circulation Desk. | 18+
This month's selection is When Books Went to War: The Stories That Helped Us Win World War II by Molly Guptill Manning (2014) nonfiction.
Click here to join the monthly Zoom meeting. Registration is optional for those who would like to receive email reminders and updates.
Parents and their children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and activities! Sixteen Acres Branch Library Playgroup is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required!
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
From traditional crafts to digital tinkering, the East Forest Park Makerspace is your place to create, invent, and learn. Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.
Want to learn more? Contact the East Forest Park Branch Library at (413) 263-6836.
The Any Book Club (ABC) meets bi-monthly to share stories about their recent reads. In rotation with one another, members review books they've read recently so others can learn about what's great and, sometimes, what's not! Those who enjoy adult fiction will feel especially at home, but all adult readers are welcomed.
Members can attend either or both sessions. Adults | 18+
Calling all parents of young children! We invite you along with your child for an hour of gross-motor fun!. No registration. Not a library program, presented in collaboration with Home City Families.
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
Come and join us every Wednesday for a bilingual story time in the English and Spanish languages: songs, rhymes, stories, and crafts. Make friends and enjoy snacks. Ages 1-5.
Vengan y participen todos los Miércoles del programa bilingue en Inglés y Español: Disfruten de cancioncitas, rimas, cuentos, y actividades manuales. Compartir con amiguitos y refrescos. Edades 1-5.
Come learn to code and change the world! We are partnering with Girls Who Code to offer a Coding Club where you can explore different programming languages and platforms, along with the potential they have for making a positive impact on your community. You will build the skills you need to create animations, games, apps, and more using GWC's fun online tutorials and the support of the other club members!
This club is open to aspiring coders aged 13-18. Space is limited, registration is required.
Join us at the Forest park branch Library for some de-stressing arts and crafts! On the first and third Wednesdays of the month you can learn how to make your own soap, make a collage, or try out a seasonal craft. For teens/ tweens age 11-18.
Get your garden growing! Kids can pick from a variety of veggies and start their seeds with provided supplies. Take them home and watch them grow! When they're ready, you can replant them outside or in bigger pots and look forward to your first harvest!
Visit East Forest Park on Mondays and Wednesdays for basic tech help from local teen volunteers. They can help you with downloading an app, signing up for an email account, and other basic tech tools needed in your day-to-day life.
Daisy & Brownie Troop Meeting
Join us for YOUR choice in teen programming! We're inviting all 13-19 years old to suggest super fun activities they would like to see at the library. Talk with your local branch librarian or connect with us through polls, suggestion boxes, and more.
Meeting of the Armoury Quadrangle Civic Association to discuss its work representing the Metro Center neighborhood.
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
Legos are back! Join other LEGO Questers in building our Quest of the week, or build your own. Wednesdays, 5-7 pm. Indian Orchard branch. For ages 5 and up. Please call with any questions 413-263-6846.
Is it safe to enter personal information on a website? Is that email a scam? How do I create and remember a secure password? Join this 2-session class to learn to protect yourself on the internet - bring your questions, and your device if you want! Session 1 (Apr 10) - Basics, Session 2 (Apr 12) - Your Questions and Scenarios Addressed. Registration encouraged, spots are limited. For adults, some basic computer knowledge helpful
More than 60 Massachusetts public libraries have partnered to offer the 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group program to support people fifty years and older looking for a new job, a new career direction, or a Second Act career. Take advantage of these free biweekly skill-building and networking group meetings. A new topic will be covered at each meeting. Attendance at each session is not necessary – but highly recommended! Job seekers can join at anytime!
WHO: Debbi Hope, MBA, PCIC, MC, an experienced Executive Career Coach and Certified Master Coach
WHERE: All meetings are on Zoom.
WHEN: We offer morning & evening classes. Please choose the time that works best for you:
1st & 3rd Wednesday, 9:30am-11:30am / 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 6pm-8pm
Learn more and register at our website! https://www.springfieldlibrary.org/library/50-plus-job-seekers/
Monthly Meeting
Storytime is the perfect way to spend your Thursday! We'll jump and dance and laugh the morning away—and of course, hear lots of awesome stories!
Jump n' Jam Storytime is geared toward ages 3-5, but all are welcome.
Join us for songs, rhymes and a story or two. "Circle time" is not only a fun experience for your child but also a great way to be ready for preschool and kindergarten. Be sure to browse our extensive collection of children's books and multimedia before or after the program! . Ages 0-5, older siblings welcome.
Join us at the Forest park Branch Library on Thursday afternoons for some gaming fun! Challenge friend to board and card games, or even a game on Nintendo Switch! Refreshments provided! For Teens/ Tweens 11-18.
Are you a kid who wants to be more independent and find ways to cook for yourself? Come learn how to make fun meals, drinks, and snacks. For tweens ages 8-11. Pre-registration is required (note: classes with 0 or 1 registrants will be canceled the day before the class).
Do you have an air fryer?! Have you heard of one but do not know where to start?! Stop by the Mason Square Library for a class on how to use an air fryer and learn some beginner recipes to get you started. Registration Required
Celebrating Black Maternal Health Week: Our Bodies Belong to Us; Restoring Black Autonomy & Joy!
We will have guest speakers (Midwife, Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, IBCLC, Doula) talk about restoring Black autonomy and joy within their profession.
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
Join the Springfield North WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselors for a Big Latch On event!
All breastfeeding families are invited for a morning of information, free gifts, and connection.
Children welcome!
This is a non-library-sponsored event
Come for coffee! Bring along your knitting, grab some books, or catch up with a friend over coffee and a puzzle. Every week, folks from the neighborhood will gather and chat in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. Refreshments provided. For seniors 60+ and their caregivers.
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
Join us for 45 minutes of chair yoga. Using gentle stretching while seated, chair yoga allows adults of all abilities to improve flexibility and balance. Instructor Cindy Senk, a certified accessible yoga teacher, will lead the class. No registration is required for this yoga series. Ages 18+
Aimed at senior citizens, this bi-weekly cooking series will focus on cooking nourishing meals in small portions. The three classes will be held following Chair Yoga with Cindy Senk. Come for yoga, stay to cook and have lunch!
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
School getting you stressed? Want to hang out with other artists? Join our Not Your Ordinary Coloring Club. We supply the artist-quality crayons, pencils and pens and coloring pages, to spark your creativity. Just drop by and color your stress away. In the teen room, 1-5pm, Friday afternoons. Please ask for supplies in the Children's Room. For more information call 413 263 6846.
Calling all families with your child for a fun filled hour of stories, songs and crafts and more. No registration.
Come Switch it up at the library and play your choice of Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Mario Kart 8 or Mario Party Superstars! Light refreshments will be served. Second Friday of the month from 3-4:30 at ES Branch. Teens 13-18.
Links monthly chapter meeting.
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
Stop by to learn about Job Corps. Job Corps is a free residential and job training program that helps both young adults as well as adults of any age who have a disability to gain employment.
In recognition and celebration of Black Maternal Health Week, Heart2Heartbeat Lactation & Wellness will host a lactation support and community resource pop-up.
This is a non-library-sponsored event
Make your own paper flowers and use them to decorate a wreath. For adults 18+
Registration is highly recomended so that we have enough supplies for everyone.
Join us at the Indian Orchard Library for Minecraft at the Library, where we mine, craft, and trade Minecraft tips! Every Saturday of the month from 12:00-2:00pm. Space limited to 6 participants so come early. For children and teens ages 10 and up. Please call 263-6846 for more information.
Come to the teen room and show off your Mario Kart skills as players face off. Winners move up to play each other. Top players will win prizes, but free snacks will be provided for everyone! Ages 12-19 are welcome.
If you love collaborative storytelling and role-playing, join the Tabletop RPG Club! We'll be playing Dungeons & Dragons, Blades in the Dark, Powered by the Apocalypse games, and more. A little something for everyone - drop in once or stick around and learn how to run a game. Beginners and experienced players welcome. For adults and teens 16 and older.
Library Dances is a 40 minute presentation of short contemporary dance works that include a dance poem, a dance essay, and the chapter of a dance novel. During the performances, Maureen Shea will present solo works, while dancers from Springfield College’s dance department will present Shea’s choreography, Fleur de peau. All are welcome to these free performances. Library Dances is funded in part by the Local Cultural Councils of Hadley, South Hadley, and Springfield, local agencies funded by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
All Springfield City Library locations will be closed in observance of the holiday.
Are you an adventurous eater? Do you like to try out new foods? Join us on the third Monday of every month when we will try out unique snacks and different foods from the around the world. Tweens and Teens ages 11-19.
You're invited to stop by for a visit! Bring along your knitting, grab some books, or catch up with a friend over coffee and a puzzle. Every week, folks from the neighborhood, and those that provide services for Seniors will pop by to keep you informed and entertained. Refreshments provided. For seniors 60+ and their caregivers.
Join the Cookbook Club’s monthly discussion to improve your cooking skills, share great recipes, hear about the latest new cookbooks, and more. Every month we make the same dish and compare how it was made. The third Tuesday of each month online via zoom - click to join!
Calling all families with your child for a fun filled hour of stories, songs and crafts and more. No registration.
Sensory activities are amazing. They are a quick and easy way for kids to learn so much while also working on: independent play skills, math skills (capacity), imaginary play / dramatic play, life skills (pouring, scooping, transferring), fine motor skills,tactile learning and developing self-control.
Join us at the ES Branch Library every other Tuesday at 10 am. Dates: Tuesday, Jan 10, Jan 24, Feb 7, Feb 21, Mar 7, Mar 21, Apr 4, Apr 18, May 2, May 16, May 30. Toddlers ages 2-4 and their caretakers.
Storytime plays an important role in building early literacy and social skills. Join us for books, songs, and playtime specifically designed for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for families with children under three years old. No registration required, but we appreciate a call ahead if your group has 6 children or more.
Parents and their children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and activities! Sixteen Acres Branch Library Playgroup is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required!
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
From traditional crafts to digital tinkering, the East Forest Park Makerspace is your place to create, invent, and learn. Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.
Want to learn more? Contact the East Forest Park Branch Library at (413) 263-6836.
Finding yourself with nothing to do during April vacation? Come into the Brightwood Branch Library for a Nintendo Switch game night! Hang out with all of your friends and play one of many different games on the library Switch...or bring your own! Drinks and snacks will be provided.
Join this long-running book group of reading enthusiasts! Newcomers welcome. The group reads mostly contemporary novels, although occasionally historical fiction, adventures, and some non-fiction. The book club members jointly choose upcoming books. Check our web page for this month's book! No registration required, just drop by. Adults 18+.
More than 60 Massachusetts public libraries have partnered to offer the 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group program to support people fifty years and older looking for a new job, a new career direction, or a Second Act career. Take advantage of these free biweekly skill-building and networking group meetings. A new topic will be covered at each meeting. Attendance at each session is not necessary – but highly recommended! Job seekers can join at anytime!
WHO: Debbi Hope, MBA, PCIC, MC, an experienced Executive Career Coach and Certified Master Coach
WHERE: All meetings are on Zoom.
WHEN: We offer morning & evening classes. Please choose the time that works best for you:
1st & 3rd Wednesday, 9:30am-11:30am / 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 6pm-8pm
Learn more and register at our website! https://www.springfieldlibrary.org/library/50-plus-job-seekers/
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
Come and join us every Wednesday for a bilingual story time in the English and Spanish languages: songs, rhymes, stories, and crafts. Make friends and enjoy snacks. Ages 1-5.
Vengan y participen todos los Miércoles del programa bilingue en Inglés y Español: Disfruten de cancioncitas, rimas, cuentos, y actividades manuales. Compartir con amiguitos y refrescos. Edades 1-5.
Meet animal ambassadors from the Forest Park Zoo and learn how they live!
Youth of all ages and their families welcome.
Start Spring in style with a beautiful tee shirt using sharpies and rubbing alcohol. Bring your own or we will provide a shirt. Preregistration is required, space is limited. Please call 413 263-6846 to preregister, or register online. Please let us know your t shirt size. For ages 12-18.
Come learn to code and change the world! We are partnering with Girls Who Code to offer a Coding Club where you can explore different programming languages and platforms, along with the potential they have for making a positive impact on your community. You will build the skills you need to create animations, games, apps, and more using GWC's fun online tutorials and the support of the other club members!
This club is open to aspiring coders aged 13-18. Space is limited, registration is required.
Visit East Forest Park on Mondays and Wednesdays for basic tech help from local teen volunteers. They can help you with downloading an app, signing up for an email account, and other basic tech tools needed in your day-to-day life.
Daisy & Brownie Troop Meeting
Join us at the ES Branch Library to kick off these winter blues for an evening of music, food and family friendly fun. A local DJ will play your favorites so please send in your requests in advanced if you'd like your song played! Weds, April 19th, 2023 from 4-7pm.
Legos are back! Join other LEGO Questers in building our Quest of the week, or build your own. Wednesdays, 5-7 pm. Indian Orchard branch. For ages 5 and up. Please call with any questions 413-263-6846.
Monthly exhibition of members' photographs. The public is welcome to attend.
This is a non-library-sponsored event
Craft a journey along a serene mountain top with this vibrant watercolor workshop, perfect for beginning and experienced artists alike! All materials will be provided.
This workshop is for Adults, aged 18+.
Space is limited, registration is required.
The Springfield Department of Health & Human Services is hosting a vaccination clinic to help people get vaccinated against COVID-19.
This is not a library-sponsered program.
Come join us for a book club at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center! Love to read? If so, then meet us at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center for our monthly Book Club, where we delve into the heart of historical fiction, non-fiction, and even memoir. Adults 18+
Storytime is the perfect way to spend your Thursday! We'll jump and dance and laugh the morning away—and of course, hear lots of awesome stories!
Jump n' Jam Storytime is geared toward ages 3-5, but all are welcome.
Join us for songs, rhymes and a story or two. "Circle time" is not only a fun experience for your child but also a great way to be ready for preschool and kindergarten. Be sure to browse our extensive collection of children's books and multimedia before or after the program! . Ages 0-5, older siblings welcome.
Are you interested in learning how to sew, or maybe just want to brush up your skills? Drop-in for our bi-weekly studio session. From sewing a button or hemming pants, to following a pattern to construct a garment using a sewing machine, our sewing volunteer can help you get started!
Sessions are open to participants of all ages and skill levels.
Get your garden growing! Kids can pick from a variety of veggies and start their seeds with provided supplies. Take them home and watch them grow! When they're ready, you can replant them outside or in bigger pots and look forward to your first harvest!
Kristin Brennan, local homebirth midwife, offers Natural Childbirth Education class for expectant families. Class covers anatomy and physiology of birth, breathing techniques, comfort measures, and positions for labor and birth. The class is interactive and focused on giving skills and tools for partners and other support people to make labor and birth the most empowered experience!
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
Come for coffee! Bring along your knitting, grab some books, or catch up with a friend over coffee and a puzzle. Every week, folks from the neighborhood will gather and chat in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. Refreshments provided. For seniors 60+ and their caregivers.
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
Join us for 45 minutes of chair yoga. Using gentle stretching while seated, chair yoga allows adults of all abilities to improve flexibility and balance. Instructor Cindy Senk, a certified accessible yoga teacher, will lead the class. No registration is required for this yoga series. Ages 18+
Senator Adam Gomez's bimonthly office hour at the Mason Square Branch Library.
This is not a library-sponsered program.
Are you a fearless eater? Would you try anything once? If so then join us for the Fear Factor food challenge. If you can stomach everything you will win a Stomach of Steel certificate and a chance for a prize.
East Springfield Branch on Friday, April 21, 2023 from 1-2:30PM. For tweens ages 8-12
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
School getting you stressed? Want to hang out with other artists? Join our Not Your Ordinary Coloring Club. We supply the artist-quality crayons, pencils and pens and coloring pages, to spark your creativity. Just drop by and color your stress away. In the teen room, 1-5pm, Friday afternoons. Please ask for supplies in the Children's Room. For more information call 413 263 6846.
Calling all families with your child for a fun filled hour of stories, songs and crafts and more. No registration.
Join us at the Indian Orchard Library for Minecraft at the Library, where we mine, craft, and trade Minecraft tips! Every Saturday of the month from 12:00-2:00pm. Space limited to 6 participants so come early. For children and teens ages 10 and up. Please call 263-6846 for more information.
Join us in making your own pom pom critters using a pom pom maker tool and some felt! Choose which animal you'd like to make with the supplies provided! At the ES Branch Library on Saturday, April 22, 2023 from12:30-3PM. Ages 12-18.
The Reptile Show of New England presents a look into the exotic lives of reptiles . This meet and greet live reptile show with professional herpetologist Alex Hartley, will feature over 15 reptiles species from around the world, including Iguanas, Boa constrictors, Pythons and more. Audiences will have an opportunity to touch and interact with these reptiles. Bring your camera for this free event open to everyone. This hands on show is one they will always remember.
Presented as part of Pioneer Valley History Network's workshop series.
How and Why to Include Multilingualism in Museums
Are you curious about including multilingualism in your museum, but concerned about the process or cost? This workshop explores the various reasons for including multilingual elements, discusses a range of processes and opportunities to include languages in museums of every budget, and offers case studies and best practices for implementing multilingualism. Attendees will receive resources covering the latest research in this field.
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
Join us for stories, songs, movement, fingerplays, a craft and playtime. No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome. For more information please call 413 263 6846.
From traditional crafts to digital tinkering, the East Forest Park Makerspace is your place to create, invent, and learn. Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.
Want to learn more? Contact the East Forest Park Branch Library at (413) 263-6836.
Stop by to learn about Job Corps. Job Corps is a free residential and job training program that helps both young adults as well as adults of any age who have a disability to gain employment.
Every Monday we'll have art supplies and crafting supplies available for teens to create a project in the teen room or take home to complete there. Teens 12-19 welcome.
Visit East Forest Park on Mondays and Wednesdays for basic tech help from local teen volunteers. They can help you with downloading an app, signing up for an email account, and other basic tech tools needed in your day-to-day life.
Are you adventurous when it comes to food? We'll have interesting foods to try, and every teen who tries every food will win a small prize. Ages 12-19 are welcome.
Public Health Month presentation to the community on prevention and intervention re: gun violence.
This is a non-library-sponsored event
You're invited to stop by for a visit! Bring along your knitting, grab some books, or catch up with a friend over coffee and a puzzle. Every week, folks from the neighborhood, and those that provide services for Seniors will pop by to keep you informed and entertained. Refreshments provided. For seniors 60+ and their caregivers.
Calling all families with your child for a fun filled hour of stories, songs and crafts and more. No registration.
Storytime plays an important role in building early literacy and social skills. Join us for books, songs, and playtime specifically designed for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for families with children under three years old. No registration required, but we appreciate a call ahead if your group has 6 children or more.
Parents and their children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and activities! Sixteen Acres Branch Library Playgroup is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required!
Looking for a simple way to save your resume, backup your phone, or collaborate with people online? Google Drive is an easy-to-use, free option for online storage. Class includes a tour, tips to help you stay organized, and detailed instructions on how to share your files so you can collaborate with friends, family, and coworkers - whoever, wherever.
This class is recommended for people who have a Google account, but have never used Drive or want to level up their skills.
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
From traditional crafts to digital tinkering, the East Forest Park Makerspace is your place to create, invent, and learn. Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.
Want to learn more? Contact the East Forest Park Branch Library at (413) 263-6836.
We're cooking up a storm at Forest Park Library! Do you want to learn cooking skills? Are you looking for ways to eat less meat? Want to try new versions of your favorite foods? Learn how to incorporate meatless dishes into your day without a lifestyle change. We're serving up meatless meals every month!
Tuesdays Monthly | Ages 12-18 | 3:30-5:00
The Any Book Club (ABC) meets bi-monthly to share stories about their recent reads. In rotation with one another, members review books they've read recently so others can learn about what's great and, sometimes, what's not! Those who enjoy adult fiction will feel especially at home, but all adult readers are welcomed.
Members can attend either or both sessions. Adults | 18+
Calling all parents of young children! We invite you along with your child for an hour of gross-motor fun!. No registration. Not a library program, presented in collaboration with Home City Families.
Stop by to learn about Job Corps. Job Corps is a free residential and job training program that helps both young adults as well as adults of any age who have a disability to gain employment.
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
Come and join us every Wednesday for a bilingual story time in the English and Spanish languages: songs, rhymes, stories, and crafts. Make friends and enjoy snacks. Ages 1-5.
Vengan y participen todos los Miércoles del programa bilingue en Inglés y Español: Disfruten de cancioncitas, rimas, cuentos, y actividades manuales. Compartir con amiguitos y refrescos. Edades 1-5.
Join your friends and family at your neighborhood library to celebrate National Library Week. There will be activities, refreshments and surprises! For all ages.
Come learn to code and change the world! We are partnering with Girls Who Code to offer a Coding Club where you can explore different programming languages and platforms, along with the potential they have for making a positive impact on your community. You will build the skills you need to create animations, games, apps, and more using GWC's fun online tutorials and the support of the other club members!
This club is open to aspiring coders aged 13-18. Space is limited, registration is required.
Join us at the Forest park branch Library for some de-stressing arts and crafts! On the first and third Wednesdays of the month you can learn how to make your own soap, make a collage, or try out a seasonal craft. For teens/ tweens age 11-18.
Board Meeting for the Springfield Library Foundation
Visit East Forest Park on Mondays and Wednesdays for basic tech help from local teen volunteers. They can help you with downloading an app, signing up for an email account, and other basic tech tools needed in your day-to-day life.
Daisy & Brownie Troop Meeting
Meet animal ambassadors from the Forest Park Zoo and learn how they live!
Youth of all ages and their families welcome.
Want to learn about different countries and cultures from around the world? Join World Explorers where together we will learn about different cultures by enjoying some of their stories, music, food and art. At the ES Branch Library the last Wednesday of the month 4-5PM. Ages 7-13
Legos are back! Join other LEGO Questers in building our Quest of the week, or build your own. Wednesdays, 5-7 pm. Indian Orchard branch. For ages 5 and up. Please call with any questions 413-263-6846.
In this cooking class series, folks who love to cook at home can come together to create a shared meal. Each month a different cookbook, theme, or chef will be selected as the focus. Participants can bring a dish to share based on each month's theme, but is not mandatory. Pre-registration is required. (Note: Classes with 0 or 1 registrants the day before will be canceled.)
More than 60 Massachusetts public libraries have partnered to offer the 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group program to support people fifty years and older looking for a new job, a new career direction, or a Second Act career. Take advantage of these free biweekly skill-building and networking group meetings. A new topic will be covered at each meeting. Attendance at each session is not necessary – but highly recommended! Job seekers can join at anytime!
WHO: Debbi Hope, MBA, PCIC, MC, an experienced Executive Career Coach and Certified Master Coach
WHERE: All meetings are on Zoom.
WHEN: We offer morning & evening classes. Please choose the time that works best for you:
1st & 3rd Wednesday, 9:30am-11:30am / 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 6pm-8pm
Learn more and register at our website! https://www.springfieldlibrary.org/library/50-plus-job-seekers/
Storytime is the perfect way to spend your Thursday! We'll jump and dance and laugh the morning away—and of course, hear lots of awesome stories!
Jump n' Jam Storytime is geared toward ages 3-5, but all are welcome.
Join us for songs, rhymes and a story or two. "Circle time" is not only a fun experience for your child but also a great way to be ready for preschool and kindergarten. Be sure to browse our extensive collection of children's books and multimedia before or after the program! . Ages 0-5, older siblings welcome.
Stop by to learn about Job Corps. Job Corps is a free residential and job training program that helps both young adults as well as adults of any age who have a disability to gain employment.
Mass in Motion Springfield Community Group April Meeting - public health, food access, food insecurity, physical activity, built environment.
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
Join us at the Forest park Branch Library on Thursday afternoons for some gaming fun! Challenge friend to board and card games, or even a game on Nintendo Switch! Refreshments provided! For Teens/ Tweens 11-18.
Come for coffee! Bring along your knitting, grab some books, or catch up with a friend over coffee and a puzzle. Every week, folks from the neighborhood will gather and chat in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. Refreshments provided. For seniors 60+ and their caregivers.
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
Join us for 45 minutes of chair yoga. Using gentle stretching while seated, chair yoga allows adults of all abilities to improve flexibility and balance. Instructor Cindy Senk, a certified accessible yoga teacher, will lead the class. No registration is required for this yoga series. Ages 18+
Aimed at senior citizens, this bi-weekly cooking series will focus on cooking nourishing meals in small portions. The three classes will be held following Chair Yoga with Cindy Senk. Come for yoga, stay to cook and have lunch!
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
School getting you stressed? Want to hang out with other artists? Join our Not Your Ordinary Coloring Club. We supply the artist-quality crayons, pencils and pens and coloring pages, to spark your creativity. Just drop by and color your stress away. In the teen room, 1-5pm, Friday afternoons. Please ask for supplies in the Children's Room. For more information call 413 263 6846.
Calling all families with your child for a fun filled hour of stories, songs and crafts and more. No registration.
For this program we'll be discussing graphic novel of your choice! Instead of worrying about finding and reading the library-chosen book for each month’s discussion, no preparation is needed — just show up ready to talk about anything you’ve read recently (or even not so recently). You’ll connect with other readers, walk away with recommendations and new ideas, and get a chance to sing the praises of your favorite books. This club meets on the last Saturday of every month, from 1-2 pm, at the ES Branch Library. Ages 8-12.
Join us at the Indian Orchard Library for Minecraft at the Library, where we mine, craft, and trade Minecraft tips! Every Saturday of the month from 12:00-2:00pm. Space limited to 6 participants so come early. For children and teens ages 10 and up. Please call 263-6846 for more information.
If you love collaborative storytelling and role-playing, join the Tabletop RPG Club! We'll be playing Dungeons & Dragons, Blades in the Dark, Powered by the Apocalypse games, and more. A little something for everyone - drop in once or stick around and learn how to run a game. Beginners and experienced players welcome. For adults and teens 16 and older.
Stop by any branch during open hours and make a mother's day card for that special person in your life. Supplies provided.
Now is your chance to help Bilbo cross Middle Earth by walking from The Shire to The Lonely Mountain to steal from the fearsome dragon Smaug. Can you walk 950 miles to complete the adventure? Walking logs can be picked up at any location beginning May 1st. The walking challenge continues until September 30th - see details and prizes on our website! [Link TBA]
From traditional crafts to digital tinkering, the East Forest Park Makerspace is your place to create, invent, and learn. Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.
Want to learn more? Contact the East Forest Park Branch Library at (413) 263-6836.
Every Monday we'll have art supplies and crafting supplies available for teens to create a project in the teen room or take home to complete there. Teens 12-19 welcome.
Visit East Forest Park on Mondays and Wednesdays for basic tech help from local teen volunteers. They can help you with downloading an app, signing up for an email account, and other basic tech tools needed in your day-to-day life.
You're invited to stop by for a visit! Bring along your knitting, grab some books, or catch up with a friend over coffee and a puzzle. Every week, folks from the neighborhood, and those that provide services for Seniors will pop by to keep you informed and entertained. Refreshments provided. For seniors 60+ and their caregivers.
Calling all families with your child for a fun filled hour of stories, songs and crafts and more. No registration.
Sensory activities are amazing. They are a quick and easy way for kids to learn so much while also working on: independent play skills, math skills (capacity), imaginary play / dramatic play, life skills (pouring, scooping, transferring), fine motor skills,tactile learning and developing self-control.
Join us at the ES Branch Library every other Tuesday at 10 am. Dates: Tuesday, Jan 10, Jan 24, Feb 7, Feb 21, Mar 7, Mar 21, Apr 4, Apr 18, May 2, May 16, May 30. Toddlers ages 2-4 and their caretakers.
Storytime plays an important role in building early literacy and social skills. Join us for books, songs, and playtime specifically designed for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for families with children under three years old. No registration required, but we appreciate a call ahead if your group has 6 children or more.
Senator Jake Oliveira's monthly office hour, first Tuesday of the month, at the East Forest Park Branch.
This is not a library-sponsored program.
Parents and their children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and activities! Sixteen Acres Branch Library Playgroup is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required!
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
Join us for a special presentation while we discuss important topics for those in or nearing retirement:
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are always welcome, and current members are happy to teach you their skill. 18+
From traditional crafts to digital tinkering, the East Forest Park Makerspace is your place to create, invent, and learn. Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.
Want to learn more? Contact the East Forest Park Branch Library at (413) 263-6836.
Come enjoy snacks every other Tuesday at the Forest park Branch Library! We'll supply anything from international to limited edition, or seasonal snacks. For teens/ tweens age 11-18.