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.

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

LEGO Challenge

It is time to get your brick on!Stop by the EFP Childrens’ Room for our weekly LEGO brick building challenge.  For master builders aged 5-11!

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

Home City Families Gross Motor Playgroup

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

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 their age. No registration required!

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

Little Notes Pop Up Class with the Community Music School of Springfield

Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!Little Notes is a joyful and interactive class for very young children and their caregivers which builds foundational musical skills for a lifetime of musical connection with others. Class time will inc......More

Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!Little Notes is a joyful and interactive class for very young children and their caregivers which builds foundational musical skills for a lifetime of musical connection with others. Class time will include rhymes, songs, instrument playing, movement, and music from a variety of cultures & languages. The primary goal is to create a safe and affirming space for you and your child to explore the world of music - while having fun!Little Notes is for children from ages birth through three years.CMSS Faculty: Julia Urbank

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

Budding Bookworms Storytime

Every Tuesday morning. Geared toward children pre-k and under with accompanying adults, but older siblings welcome!

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

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.

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

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.

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

Anime Afternoons

Join us every Tuesday afternoon to watch some anime! We will have candies, activities, and talk about our favorite anime and manga characters.

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

East Forest Park Branch Summer Reading Kick-Off Party!

Join us in kicking off and leveling up your summer reading experience with awesome activities for all ages!Face Painting 4:30-6:30Video Game DJ BeatsLawn games, ice pops, summer reading sign-ups, and more!

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

Teen Night

Join us every Wednesday evening for games, crafts, snacks, and conversation. For teens 13+

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

The Any Book Club

The Any Book Club (ABC) meets bi-monthly to share stories about their recent reads. Members of the Any Book Club 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......More

The Any Book Club (ABC) meets bi-monthly to share stories about their recent reads. Members of the Any Book Club 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. The ABC meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month. Members can attend either or both sessions. Adults | 18+

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

Tiny Tots Playgroup

Every Thursday we will offer an array of toddler friendly activities and toys to work on motor skills. Aimed at toddlers, but siblings welcome.

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

Full Body Baby Massage

Charlen Benoit, Heart and Healing Touch, presents this class designed for babies 1 to 6 months (pre-crawlers only).  Massage has many added benefits which may include soothing your baby, helping regulate sleep, improving weight gain, aiding digestion, improving circulat......More

Charlen Benoit, Heart and Healing Touch, presents this class designed for babies 1 to 6 months (pre-crawlers only).  Massage has many added benefits which may include soothing your baby, helping regulate sleep, improving weight gain, aiding digestion, improving circulation, and easing teething pain. Massage is a great way for you and your partner to bond with your baby, and you may find it relaxing, too!Registration required. Please contact Jennifer Teehan-Sanford to register.

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

Bomba Pop Up Class with the Community Music School of Springfield

Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!Bomba introduces children to the exciting world of Puerto Rican folklore, music, and dance. In this fun and interactive class, children learn the rhythms of traditional Bomba drums, like the barriles, a......More

Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!Bomba introduces children to the exciting world of Puerto Rican folklore, music, and dance. In this fun and interactive class, children learn the rhythms of traditional Bomba drums, like the barriles, and explore the lively dance movements that go along with them. This class encourages children to express themselves through rhythm and movement, with the drums and dancers communicating in a playful call-and-response style. It's a great way for kids to connect with Puerto Rican culture, develop coordination, and have fun while learning about this vibrant art form.CMSS Instructors: Brendaliz Cepeda y Saul Peñaloza

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

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.

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

Summer Scrabble Drop-in

Come to the East Forest Park branch library to show off your Scrabble skills! Test your vocabulary – and your opponents – at this weekly drop-in program, this summer only. Ages 16+.

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

LEGO Challenge

It is time to get your brick on!Stop by the EFP Childrens’ Room for our weekly LEGO brick building challenge.  For master builders aged 5-11!

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

Become A First Time Home Buyer!

Free first-time home buyers program

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

Home City Families Gross Motor Playgroup

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

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 their age. No registration required!

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US

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

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 - you may want to bring a pair of headphones. You are also welcome to bring your own laptop or tablet.

136 Surrey Rd., Springfield, MA, 01118, US