Springfield City Library
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Thursday March 28 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
The Any Book Club
The Any Book Club (ABC) meets bi-monthly to share stories about their recent reads. Those who enjoy adult fiction will feel especially at home, but all adult readers are welcomed. In rotation with one another, members review books they've read recently so others can lea......More
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Thursday March 28 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
MCAS Proctor
Proctoring MCAS 1 to 1 for a virtual school
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Thursday March 28 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Circle Time Fun
Come join us for education fun and learning at a librarian facilitated playgroup! An adult must accompany and consistently supervise children. No registration required, just drop in. Birth to 5 years, siblings welcome.
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Thursday March 28 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
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. (Please ask for supplies in the Children's Room.)
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Thursday March 28 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Sew Fun! Drop-In
Drop-in for our weekly studio session. From sewing a button or hemming pants, to following a pattern to construct a garment using a sewing machine, our sewing volunteer can help you get started!Sessions are open to participants of all ages and skill levels.
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Thursday March 28 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Coffee with a Recovery Coach
To provide information and support for those interested in their own recovery and Recovery Coaching services.
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Thursday March 28 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
Freestyle Lego Club
Attention LEGO enthusiasts! All are invited to drop in for our freestyle building Lego Club. Make new friends and browse our library's many LEGO-themed books. Have the freedom to build using your imagination. Each Thursday anyone interested is invited to create their ow......More
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Thursday March 28 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
State Legislative Public Meeting on Public Education Priorities
Legislative meeting with local state represenatives and state senator to discuss public education legislative priorities.
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Thursday March 28 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Domino Makers Club!
Join us to build and create with Dominoes! This program is open to kids in grades 2nd-8th and will teach kids some basic domino-building skills, as well as give them an opportunity to build on their own! Be sure to attend each session, as the sessions will build.
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Friday March 29 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Knot Just Knitters
New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
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Friday March 29 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Knot Just Knitters
New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
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Friday March 29 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
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Friday March 29 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Home City Families Playgroup
No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
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Friday March 29 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Teen (and Tween!) Gaming Club
It's time to start the weekend with some games! We will have a Nintendo Switch running for up to 4 players, board games, cards, and legos available. Light refreshments provided. Tweens and teens ages 9-18 welcome! Bring a friend or make one while you're here.
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Friday March 29 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Community Art Build
Collective sign making
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Friday March 29 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
Letter M Storytime and Craft
Celebrate the majestic letter M! We'll read magnificent stories about mice, monkeys and mail followed my a marvelous M themed craft. All participants will receive a magnifying glass and a miniature stuffed monkey to take home.
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Saturday March 30 9:30am - 1:30pm EDT
1199SEIU NHO Full
New Hire Orientation for Springfield area PCAs
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Saturday March 30 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Special Needs Caregiver Resource Group
Join us at the library with other caregivers to share information about community resources and events for children and teens with special needs. Sensory toys will be available for kids to explore. Refreshments will be provided.
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Saturday March 30 11:00am - 2:30pm EDT
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens: The Series
We're going back in time to learn all about the classic tabletop game Dungeons and Dragons. From creating characters to learning about the Dungeon Master, this series will inspire you to play, play and play! For ages 12-18. The last Saturday of the month.
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Saturday March 30 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Dads and Kids Program
Dads and Kids Program- A program to support dads in increasing emotional engagement with their 0-5 year old children. A 4 sessions series ,2 in person and 2 virtual. Registration Required with Home City Families
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Saturday March 30 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
SGRho- LBS Meeting
Meeting
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Sunday March 31 All Day
Easter Sunday
Closed for the holiday
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Monday April 1 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Home City Families: Family Storytime
No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
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Monday April 1 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Mobile Farmers Market
The Mobile Farmers Market is back. The colorful truck will be making a weekly stop every other Monday. The Farmers Market truck brings affordable, fresh fruits and vegetables to local neighborhoods. The truck will continue making stops outside the library at Sixteen Ac......More
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Monday April 1 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Code Builders 2.0
Welcome to Code Builders 2.0 - our all ages, drop-in club where you can explore robotics, coding languages (like Scratch and Python), and even 3D design & printing!This club is open to aspiring coders of all ages.Several of our resources use video clips for instruction ......More
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Monday April 1 4:30pm - 6:00pm EDT
Chess Knights
Family friendly chess club for kids to come learn and sharpen their skills in a supportive environment.
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Monday April 1 5:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
New Horizons Group
Support group for men and women seeking answers to different life-challenging situations through sharing, reading, and engaging in conversations.
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Monday April 1 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
My Own Creation Mondays
Bring a project to work on, or an idea to bounce off of other makers. Instruction and access to the equipment will be available: Cricut cutter, sewing machines, 3D printers, recording studio, and more!For teens and adults of all experience levels.
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Tuesday April 2 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Every Tuesday morning. Geared toward children pre-k and under with accompanying adults, but older siblings welcome!
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Tuesday April 2 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Home City Families Playgroup
No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
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Tuesday April 2 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
SAIL Fitness Class for Older Adults
The program includes a period of continuous movement designed to get your heart rate up, followed by a series of balance, strengthening and flexibility exercises intended to improve your mobility and independence. For adults 60+. Attendees must pass a mobility test in o......More
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Tuesday April 2 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Wee Ones: Storytime and Playgroup
Wee Ones is a special storytime developed for toddlers that encourages interaction through stories, music and play. Come have fun while building early literacy and social skills. For children and their caregivers.
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Tuesday April 2 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Ask a Law Librarian
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 researc......More
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Tuesday April 2 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Home City Families Playgroup
Parents and their children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and activities! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age.
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Tuesday April 2 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Knot Just Knitters
New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
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Tuesday April 2 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Knot Just Knitters
New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
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Tuesday April 2 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Makerspace Collaboratory Drop-In
Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.
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Tuesday April 2 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Lego Questers of Indian Orchard
Are you up to the LEGO Challenge? Join other LEGO Questers in building our Challenge of the month, or build your own. Tuesdays, 3-5 pm. Indian Orchard branch. For ages 5 and up.
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Tuesday April 2 5:00pm - 7:15pm EDT
ALA Meeting
Meeting for community events
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Wednesday April 3 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Home City Families Gross Motor Play Group
Calling all parents with young children! We invite you along with your child for a fun filled hour of gross motor fun to develop physical abilities. This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children th......More
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Wednesday April 3 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Knot Just Knitters
New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
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Wednesday April 3 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Mason Square Farmer's Market
The farmer's market rolls into our library every other Wednesday. Discover a variety of delicious, farm-fresh produce and artisanal goods right in your neighborhood.
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Wednesday April 3 1:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
The Sun, Moon and You!
Have you ever wondered what makes a solar eclipse? Wonder no longer! Before the Great American Solar Eclipse, you will have the chance to make your very own solar eclipse and discover for yourself how a solar eclipse occurs!
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Wednesday April 3 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Makerspace Collaboratory Drop-In
Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.
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Wednesday April 3 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Crafty Wednesdays
Come visit the Mason Square Branch Library for some crafting! Every 1st Wednesday we'll make a different craft to take home! Some examples are painting, candle making and slime! For t(w)eens, ages 10-14. From 3-4:30PM.
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Wednesday April 3 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Mobile Farmers Market
The Mobile Farmers Market is back. The colorful truck will be making a weekly stop on Wednesdays. The Farmers Market truck brings affordable, fresh fruits and vegetables to local neighborhoods. The truck will continue making stops outside the library at East Springfie......More
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Wednesday April 3 3:00pm - 4:15pm EDT
Early Intervention, Community Visit
Springfield Family looking to meet in community. We thought Library would be a great place in the community to discuss resources and have a place to meet that is not outside or in the home.
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Wednesday April 3 3:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Girl Scout Troop 65166 Meeting
Weekly Meeting of Girl Scout Troop 65166
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Wednesday April 3 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Crafting Circle
Come hang out and craft on Wednesday evenings from 4-5:30pm. Embroider, sew, stitch, knit, or anything else you desire. We will provide embroidery materials, strings and needles, but feel free to bring your own crafting projects to work on. Snacks will be provided!
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Wednesday April 3 4:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Teen Night
Join us every Wednesday evening for games, crafts, snacks, and conversation. For teens 13+
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Wednesday April 3 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
How to Watch the Eclipse Safely with Jack Megas
Watching a solar eclipse is a memorable experience. The next solar eclipse is on April 8. Please join us at the East Forest Park Library on April 3 as Jack Megas, a planetarium educator and docent of the Springfield Science Museum will guide us through how to watch a so......More
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Wednesday April 3 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Books & Brew
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 21+ April's Book: Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna RaybournOlder women of......More
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Thursday April 4 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Circle Time Fun
Come join us for education fun and learning at a librarian facilitated playgroup! An adult must accompany and consistently supervise children. No registration required, just drop in. Birth to 5 years, siblings welcome.
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Thursday April 4 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
SAIL Fitness Class for Older Adults
The program includes a period of continuous movement designed to get your heart rate up, followed by a series of balance, strengthening and flexibility exercises intended to improve your mobility and independence. For adults 60+. Attendees must pass a mobility test in o......More
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Thursday April 4 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Chair Yoga for Seniors and Friends
Join us for 45 minutes of outdoor chair yoga lead by Cindy Senk, a certified personal trainer and yoga instructor. Using gentle stretching while seated,chair yoga allows adults of all abilities to improve flexibility and balance. Where regular classes may be more limit......More
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Thursday April 4 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
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. (Please ask for supplies in the Children's Room.)
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Thursday April 4 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Sew Fun! Drop-In
Drop-in for our weekly studio session. From sewing a button or hemming pants, to following a pattern to construct a garment using a sewing machine, our sewing volunteer can help you get started!Sessions are open to participants of all ages and skill levels.
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Thursday April 4 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
Freestyle Lego Club
Attention LEGO enthusiasts! All are invited to drop in for our freestyle building Lego Club. Make new friends and browse our library's many LEGO-themed books. Have the freedom to build using your imagination. Each Thursday anyone interested is invited to create their ow......More
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Thursday April 4 4:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Wellspring Caucus
This caucus brings together our members and interested parties to discuss collaborative strategies and mutual support.
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Friday April 5 9:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Family Child Care Training
Family Childcare Training
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Friday April 5 10:00am - 11:15am EDT
Home City Families: Baby & Me Playgroup
Do you have an infant under 12 months (pre-walker)? Join us for some fun and socializing. Developmentally appropriate toys and materials available for you to use with your child. A wonderful opportunity to connect with other families with young children! Bring your own ......More
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Friday April 5 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Knot Just Knitters
New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
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Friday April 5 11:30am - 12:15pm EDT
Chair Yoga
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 required! Ages 18+
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Friday April 5 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Knot Just Knitters
New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
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Friday April 5 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
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Friday April 5 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Home City Families Playgroup
No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
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Friday April 5 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Teen (and Tween!) Gaming Club
It's time to start the weekend with some games! We will have a Nintendo Switch running for up to 4 players, board games, cards, and legos available. Light refreshments provided. Tweens and teens ages 9-18 welcome! Bring a friend or make one while you're here.
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Friday April 5 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Game Day
End of the week blues got you down? Visit the Forest Park branch every other Friday after school for some gaming fun in the teen area! We'll have a variety of board and card games along with our Nintendo Switch! For t(w)eens, ages 11-18. From 3-5PM.
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Friday April 5 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Teen Job Prep
Are you a teen thinking about getting your first summer job? Do you have questions about the application and interview process? Do you know all your workers rights - there are different laws for workers under age 18. Learn all of the above and more in this four part ser......More
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Saturday April 6 11:30am - 2:30pm EDT
Adult D&D
Do you want to try Dungeons & Dragons but don’t know how to start? Do you remember playing, but don’t have a group to play with now? Come to the East Forest Park library’s Dungeons & Dragons for Adults group! All levels welcome. Ages 18+ please.
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Saturday April 6 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Ward 6 Democratic Committee Organizational meeting
Join the Ward 6 Democratic Committee for its organizational meeting. The Committee will reelect its officers and confirm the results from the March 5 primary.We will also look ahead to the rest of 2024 including events, educational opportunity and organizing.In addition......More