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

Read with Coach the Therapy Dog

Come visit the East Forest Park Library for a Pawsitive experience! Meet Coach, a seven year old Shetland Sheep dog who is a specially trained certified therapy dog. This program encourages children to practice their reading by offering a non-judgmental, stress-free env......More

Come visit the East Forest Park Library for a Pawsitive experience! Meet Coach, a seven year old Shetland Sheep dog who is a specially trained certified therapy dog. This program encourages children to practice their reading by offering a non-judgmental, stress-free environment. Parents - if you're looking for ways to boost your children's literacy and build their confidence and self esteem, then this is the win-win partnership for your child! Libraries are a wonderful free resource, and a therapy dog can be a great way to help children discover the fun of reading.

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

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.

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

Natural Childbirth Ed Class

To make natural childbirth techniques and support available to the community.

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

Gamer Grub

Level up your cooking skills this summer with food inspired by classic video and board games! Open to all young chefs ages 6-12.

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

Makerspace Collaboratory Drop-In

Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.

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

Girl Scout Troop 65166 Meeting

Weekly Meeting of Girl Scout Troop 65166

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

Springfield Dementia Friendly Coalition- Memorial Quilt

Unveiling of the Memorial Quilt, designed to bring dementia awareness to our communities.  This quilt was recently created by residents of Springfield who have been impacted by dementia, and we are very proud to display it to the City of Springfield.

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

Crafter Hours Drop-In

Stop by the Crafter Hours drop-in to work on a project (or start a new one) with us! We'll have plenty of supplies to use and some past crafts for inspiration. Ages 16+ please, all levels of craftiness welcome.

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

Juneteenth

Closed for the holiday

Role-Playing Game Day

Do you want to explore new worlds, but aren’t sure where to start? Stop by the East Forest Park library for Role-Playing Game Day! We’ll have samples from role playing games for groups and for the solo explorer, along with a character-building station, snacks, and sets ......More

Do you want to explore new worlds, but aren’t sure where to start? Stop by the East Forest Park library for Role-Playing Game Day! We’ll have samples from role playing games for groups and for the solo explorer, along with a character-building station, snacks, and sets of dice for you to take home! Ages 16+.

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

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