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Friday July 4 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 July 4 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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Saturday July 5 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Sunshine Storytime
Join us Saturday mornings this summer for an all ages, family storytime in the sunshine! Each week we'll meet in the Children's Room at 11:00 and head outside to the Museum Courtyard to read books, sing songs, and get silly. In case of poor weather, storytime will be in......More
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Saturday July 5 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Garden Club
Join us at East Springfield to learn more about Garden Club. Ask us questions about your plants; indoor and outdoor plant care, and learn some tips and tricks from us!
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Saturday July 5 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Springfield Writer's Wordshop
To create, share and hear things we write. All interested are welcome.
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Saturday July 5 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Tea Talks
Sample different types of teas and relax with us, and learn about tea cultures around the world! All ages welcome!
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Saturday July 5 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
DDHC Postcard Writing Event
Writing postcards to voters for elections in November.
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Saturday July 5 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
The Mini Game
Create exclusive charms, buttons, pins, or more using shrink plastic. If you choose to bring your own image to trace it should be approximately three times bigger than you want the final size to be.
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Saturday July 5 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Read with Duchess the Dog
Come to a special experience for pre-readers and practiced readers of all ages. Our guests Warren and his certified therapy dog Duchess will share some fun stories with you. Children are also welcome to take a turn reading aloud on their own to Duchess.
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Saturday July 5 1:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Teen RPG Club
Do you love creating stories? Do you imagine yourself the hero in your favorite stories? Do you like games where you tackle a problem as a group? Then table top RPG may be for you! Join us as we play through a world of danger and fantasy throughout the Summer!Ages 12-18......More
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Saturday July 5 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Adult Board Games
Stop by the community room to cool off, have a snack, and play a game. We have UNO, Sushi Go, checkers, and more. If you're brave, challenge a librarian to a game of Scrabble.Registration is optional. If you register, you will receive email reminders for the program.
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Monday July 7 All Day
Crafternoon for Kids
Join us on Mondays in the Children's Room to create exciting summer crafts together. For families.
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Monday July 7 through July 11
Tic-Tac-Toe To Go
Drop by the Teen room during open hours to create your own travel size game of tic-tac-toe. All materials provided. Ages 10+.
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Monday July 7 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
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Monday July 7 12:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Monday Funday
Enjoy various crafts and games on the first Monday of the month . For ages 6 and up. 12:00-4:00. Weather permitting we might be outside.
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Monday July 7 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Silent Book Club Junior
Enjoy reading in a quiet, comfortable environment with this silent book club for kids. Each week, we'll get cozy at the library for half an hour of solo reading, plus time at the end to chat and enjoy some snacks. The perfect chance to work on your summer reading goals!
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Monday July 7 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
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
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Monday July 7 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 July 7 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Monday Funday
Find out how fun Monday afternoons can be! Join us this summer for a different Monday Funday activity each week. We'll play, build, craft, and create! Recommended for children ages 6 and up. This week we'll do tie dye!
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Monday July 7 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Musical Petting Zoo with the Springfield Symphony Orchestra
Explore musical interests and experience a real musical instrument in a fun, judgment-free zone! At the Musical Petting Zoo, the Springfield Symphony Orchestra will introduce a range of instruments, and participants will get the exciting opportunity to bow a violin, blo......More
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Monday July 7 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Community Dance & Drum with the Community Music School of Springfield
Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!African dance and drumming bring people together in joy! In this class, kids and families will have fun together with dance and drumming inspired by traditions from Guinea and Mali, West Africa. We will......More
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Monday July 7 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Crafternoon for Kids
Join us in the Children's Room on Mondays this July and August to create exciting crafts together!
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Monday July 7 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Reading and the Brain!
Learn how the brain works with researchers from Mount Holyoke College! Join Dr. Mara Breen and her team for a series of educational and interactive activities designed to engage children with neuroscience, perception, and reading. Get ready for fun, STEAM-themed props, ......More
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Monday July 7 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Rolling Video Games Teen VR
Join us for a Virtual Reality adventure! Explore a digital playground full of exciting challenges and multiplayer missions with VR Headsets provided by Rolling Video Games. Recommended for kids 8 and up.
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Monday July 7 4:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Natural Childbirth Education Class
The Natural Childbirth Education Class will teach anatomy and physiology of birth, comfort measures, breathing techniques! Community oriented and fun, we hope you'll join us!
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Monday July 7 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
PrEP Connect Health Board Meeting
PrEP Connect Health Board Meeting
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Monday July 7 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Center for New Americans English
Teaching English class to refugee students.
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Tuesday July 8 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Toddler Storytime
Held every Tuesday morning. Geared toward toddlers ages 3 and under with their grown-ups!
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Tuesday July 8 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
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Tuesday July 8 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Stompers Storytime
Join us for a silly and fun toddler storytime on Tuesday mornings. We'll read, sing, and play with toys together. Geared towards toddlers, older siblings welcome.
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Tuesday July 8 11:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Big Kid Storytime
Join us every Tuesday for Big Kid Storytime to enjoy stories and songs that are well suited for kids ages 4-6, with their grown ups!
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Tuesday July 8 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Afterthoughts Book Discussion Group
Explore great books, join a lively discussion, and meet others who enjoy reading too. New members are always welcome! Meets online at noon on the second Tuesday of every month. Library copies of the book are available at the Central Library's second-floor Circulation De......More
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Tuesday July 8 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Hybrid Lunch & Learn: Financial Wellness
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A HYBRID PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE IN-PERSON AND VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive reminder via email with a link to access the Zoom Meeting.** Take your lunch break with the Library and get financially fit with Dawn Creighton of Liberty Bank! ......More
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Tuesday July 8 12:00pm - 2:00pm 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 July 8 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 July 8 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
National Freezer Pop Day
Visit the Mason Square Branch on July 8th for National Freezer Pop Day! We'll be giving away freezer pops to celebrate the holiday and keep cool this summer!
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Tuesday July 8 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
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Tuesday July 8 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Silent Book Club Junior
Enjoy reading in a quiet, comfortable environment with this silent book club for kids. Each week, we'll get cozy at the library for half an hour of solo reading, plus time at the end to chat and enjoy some snacks. The perfect chance to work on your summer reading goals!
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Tuesday July 8 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Arcade on Wheels
Level-up your summer gaming experience at Springfield City Library with the largest mobile arcade in New England: Arcade on the Go! Enjoy arcade games in a climate-controlled environment without going further than your local library.Pine Point: June 25 at 1-3pmSixteen A......More
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Tuesday July 8 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Golden Age Trivia
Come to the East Forest Park library for a golden trivia afternoon – the 2nd Tuesday of every month. We’ll have snacks, fun facts, and a great time! Recommended age 55+. Themes TBA.
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Tuesday July 8 2:00pm - 4:30pm 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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Tuesday July 8 2:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
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Tuesday July 8 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Therapy 101
Curious about therapy but not sure what it's all about? Learn how therapy works, what it can help with, and how to access care in this workshop by the Behavioral Health Network. A brief presentation will cover the basics, and then we'll dive into an extensive Q&A to ans......More
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Tuesday July 8 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Switch It Up!
Visit the Mason Square Branch on Tuesday afternoons for some switch gaming!
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Tuesday July 8 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Teen Tuesday
Hang out, have fun, make friends, and eat snacks.
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Tuesday July 8 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Learn to Sew - Sew a Button
Bring in any articles of clothing that may have lost a few bits and/or bobs and learn a new sewing skill! Participants will learn how to properly sew on a button in this workshop as well as how to sew a button hole. No prior experience is needed, materials will be provi......More
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Tuesday July 8 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Anime Club
Join the Brightwood Branch Library for a monthly event where anime & manga enthusiasts gather to watch, discuss and vote on the anime of the day! Whether it's a show from years gone by or the hottest current obsession is up to you! Refreshments and snacks will be provid......More
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Tuesday July 8 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Sixteen Acres Civic Association Board Meeting
Board Meeting for Sixteen Acres Civic Association
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Wednesday July 9 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
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Wednesday July 9 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Knot Just Knitters
New members are always 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 July 9 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Bubble Bash
Join us for Bubble Bash, an event that celebrates all things bubbles. From bubble wrap and blowing bubble, to bubble gum to bubble tea.
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Wednesday July 9 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Makerspace Collaboratory Drop-In
Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.SPECIAL PROJECT!It’s time to LEVEL UP the Library’s game collection with PinBox 3000s. Team up with other gamers, makers, crafters, artists, aspiring engineers, and creative thinkers to build a custom pinb......More
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Wednesday July 9 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Silent Book Club Junior
Enjoy reading in a quiet, comfortable environment with this silent book club for kids. Each week, we'll get cozy at the library for half an hour of solo reading, plus time at the end to chat and enjoy some snacks. The perfect chance to work on your summer reading goals!
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Wednesday July 9 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Adaptive Music Pop Up Class For Disabled and Neurodivergent Children and Their Caregivers
Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!This class is designed for children with disabilities, including autism, and their caregivers. Join us for joyful musical experiences for bonding and developing a range of skills including self regulati......More
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Wednesday July 9 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Music Exploration Pop Up Class with the Community Music School of Springfield
Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library! Music Exploration is specially designed for young learners ages 4 to 6 to discover the joy of music through play, movement, and hands-on experience with classroom instruments. In this high-energy, enga......More
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Wednesday July 9 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 July 9 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Crafternoon for All Ages
Get crafty! Let's make something together.Join Meg as we do a different craft every week on Wednesday afternoons. Tissue Paper Painting, Watercolor painting, finger painting, and floral book marks are some of the crafts we will be exploring. Every Wednesday from 3-5, I......More
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Wednesday July 9 3:15pm - 4:45pm EDT
DIY Journaling
Journaling can be a great way to get all your thoughts, good and bad, out of your head. Learn how to make your own journal, and use it to clear your mind and get out all your thoughts. Learn why journaling is such a great tool for mental health. All supplies provided, i......More
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Wednesday July 9 3:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Rolling Video Games VR
Join us for a Virtual Reality adventure! Explore a digital playground full of exciting challenges and multiplayer missions with VR Headsets provided by Rolling Video Games. Recommended for kids 8 and up.
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Wednesday July 9 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Gaming Wednesday
Come Switch it up at the library and play your choice of games.We will play Mario Kart, Mario Party, Super Smash Bros Ultimate and other games on our brand new Switch. Bring your own controllers for 2+ multiplayer games.
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Wednesday July 9 5:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Teen Night
Join us every Wednesday evening for games, crafts, snacks, and conversation. For teens 13+
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Wednesday July 9 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Family Game Night
Join us on Wednesday nights this summer to level up your gaming skills! Bring your family and friends for a weekly offering of classic board games and periodically break out our Nintendo Switch! Light snacks will be provided.
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Wednesday July 9 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Books & Brew at Nathan Bill's
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+
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Wednesday July 9 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Aprende Conmigo- Learn With Me
A Spanish language conversation group that functions to help improve understanding, speaking and reading and allow for a safe space for cultural exchange! Intermediate level recommended, but beginners welcome to listen and follow along. ¡Un grupo de conversación en espa......More
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Wednesday July 9 5:45pm - 8:00pm EDT
EFP Civic Association Meeting
Meeting of the East Forest Park Civic Association
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Wednesday July 9 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Family Board Game Night
Every Wednesday night in July, check out Family Game Night in Central Library’s community room! Join our Big Game or pick your own game to play. Snacks will be provided. Recommended for 6+ but all ages are welcome. Hope to see you there! Our Big Game this week is Craniu......More
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Thursday July 10 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
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
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Thursday July 10 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Circle Time Fun
Come join us for educational fun and learning at a librarian facilitated playgroup! No registration required, just drop in anytime during the program. Birth - 5 years, siblings welcome.
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Thursday July 10 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
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.
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Thursday July 10 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Wiggle Worms Storytime
Join us for a baby storytime on Thursday mornings. We'll read, sing, and play with toys together. Geared towards babies, older siblings welcome.
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Thursday July 10 12:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Diana Laureano Meeting
Early Intervention Evaluation
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Thursday July 10 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. If you want to be challeged join Meg in our Summer Drawing Challenge. 24 days, 24 Challenges. Just drop by and color your stress away. For tweens and teens.
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Thursday July 10 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Adult Chess Club
The adult chess club is for chess players of all levels, from beginner to advanced. Whether you're looking for a casual game or a competitive match, check out the library's adult chess club.
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Thursday July 10 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Silent Book Club Junior
Enjoy reading in a quiet, comfortable environment with this silent book club for kids. Each week, we'll get cozy at the library for half an hour of solo reading, plus time at the end to chat and enjoy some snacks. The perfect chance to work on your summer reading goals!
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Thursday July 10 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
VIP (Very Important Pre-Readers) Detectives Club
Join us Thursday afternoons at 2:00 for a snack, a guessing game, and a mystery storybook or two. We'll end with a special scavenger hunt just for our VIP detectives. Ideal for ages 3-6 with all children welcome.
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Thursday July 10 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
VIP (Very Important Pre-readers) Detectives Club
Join us Thursday afternoons at 2:00 for a snack, a guessing game, and a mystery storybook or two. We'll end with a special scavenger hunt just for our VIP detectives. Ideal for ages 3-6 with all children welcome.
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Thursday July 10 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Open Studio Thursdays
Join us for our day-time, Open Studio session! You can 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 aspiring m......More
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Thursday July 10 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
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
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Thursday July 10 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ukulele Club
Always wanted to learn an instrument? Drop in to our beginner ukulele club and start learning your favorite songs! Ages 12-18
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Thursday July 10 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
Make a Pokeball
Come to the teen room and make your own pokeball ornament to take home. All material is provided.For teens 12-18
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Thursday July 10 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Music Exploration Pop Up Class with the Community Music School of Springfield
Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library! Music Exploration is specially designed for young learners ages 4 to 6 to discover the joy of music through play, movement, and hands-on experience with classroom instruments. In this high-energy, enga......More
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Thursday July 10 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Big Game Hour
Level-Up in a Big Way! Enjoy a day of big game fun at the Mason Square Library. All ages welcome.
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Thursday July 10 5:30pm - 7:45pm EDT
Join the Quest! D&D Club
If you love collaborative storytelling and role-playing, join the Tabletop RPG Club! Do you have what it takes to be a hero? Join us for a new adventure each week! Travel ancient forests, brave deadly tombs, or solve strange mysteries as a group of fantasy adventurers. ......More
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Thursday July 10 5:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
Escape Room
Come level up your summer with an evening of immersive puzzle solving! Participants will work together to follow clues and solve a series of environmental puzzles. This program will begin promptly at 5:35pm so please arrive no later than 5:30pm. While no reservation is ......More
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Thursday July 10 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
UMASS Extension visit Clarendon
Umass Extension is going to train our Clarendon educators on the importance of nutrition.
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Friday July 11 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 July 11 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 July 11 1:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Lego Freestyle Club
Attention LEGO enthusiasts! All are invited to drop in for our freestyle Lego Building Club. Make new friends and browse our library's many LEGO-themed books. Have the freedom to build using your imagination. Anyone interested is invited to create their own unique LEGO ......More
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Friday July 11 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 July 11 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
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Friday July 11 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Community Dance & Drum with the Community Music School of Springfield
Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!African dance and drumming bring people together in joy! In this class, kids and families will have fun together with dance and drumming inspired by traditions from Guinea and Mali, West Africa. We will......More
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Friday July 11 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 July 11 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
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+.
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Friday July 11 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Rolling Video Games Game Van
Join us for a Mobile Video Game adventure! Rolling Video Games' Mobile Game Van will be visiting the Indian Orchard Library. Explore a gaming extravaganza with the best games on the latest consoles! Recommended for kids 6 and up.
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Friday July 11 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Keir White in Concert at the Hungry Hill Center
Keir will perform love songs, standards, ballads, and soft rock, including artists such as Josh Groban, Billy Joel, Louis Armstrong, Roy Orbison, Elton John, John Denver, and Nat King Cole. Keir enjoys singing music that inspires and motivates people to feel better abou......More
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Friday July 11 3:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Calm Coloring
Come to the Forest Park Library to color in a calm environment. We've got a wide array of options from crayons to acrylic markers. Enjoy quiet music and snacks, talking is optional. Every other Friday afternoon in the summers.
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Friday July 11 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Intuitive Painting for Teens
Looking to de-stress? Join us on Fridays in July for Intuitive Painting. This form of art therapy is a method of creating art that aims to explore and uncover aspects of the inner self. The goal is to let the painting happen organically- letting go of expectations and n......More
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Friday July 11 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
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!
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Friday July 11 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Community Dance & Drum with the Community Music School of Springfield
Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!African dance and drumming bring people together in joy! In this class, kids and families will have fun together with dance and drumming inspired by traditions from Guinea and Mali, West Africa. We will......More
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Saturday July 12 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
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......More
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Saturday July 12 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
DDHC Postcard Writing Event
We will begin our postcard- writing campaign to voters for the upcoming Nov elections., and combine this with a brief monthly meeting.
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Saturday July 12 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Sunshine Storytime
Join us Saturday mornings this summer for an all ages, family storytime in the sunshine! Each week we'll meet in the Children's Room at 11:00 and head outside to the Museum Courtyard to read books, sing songs, and get silly. In case of poor weather, storytime will be in......More
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Saturday July 12 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 July 12 11:30am - 2:30pm EDT
Chainmail Club
Join us at the Mason Square Branch the 2nd Saturday of every month for some chain-mailling! We'll have a few different patterns from past classes to make again!
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Saturday July 12 11:30am - 1:30pm EDT
Scrabble Tournament
Prove you're the best wordsmith in Springfield at the Forest Park Library. Winners will receive prizes and bragging rights. Registration is optional, but recommended.
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Saturday July 12 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Sew Fun! Drop-In
Stop by the Forest Park Library to develop your sewing skills, make new friends, and have fun! Each month we will have a guided project to build your skills, or bring your own project and meet other sewers. Share your skills and tips with others! We have sewing supplies......More
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Saturday July 12 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Rolling Video Games Kids VR
Join us for a Virtual Reality adventure! Explore a digital playground full of exciting challenges and multiplayer missions with VR Headsets provided by Rolling Video Games. Recommended for kids 8 and up.
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Saturday July 12 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Write Up Springfield
To meet and write
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Saturday July 12 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Queer Book Club
Discover Queer Book Club! A monthly club for reading queer books of various genres. Read one of the 4 book options and meet us at Monsoon's cafe for coffee or lunch to discuss. Adults 18+.Registration is optional, but you'll receive reminders and book choices if you reg......More
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Saturday July 12 12:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
The Characters Within: An Improv Theatre Lab
Harness your hidden characters! Using improvisational theatre and movement, we will explore the characters that live in each of us! We will then have a ‘body-sense’ of how to bring any character to life. Give yourself permission to play and explore! Focus is NOT on imp......More
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Saturday July 12 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Music's in the Heart: Honoring Black Music All Summer Long
Meet up at the East Springfield Branch to listen to music from Black artists this summer! Bring your favorite songs, albums, and soundtracks performed by Black musicians to listen to and share with the group. Each month, we'll focus on a different genre: Saturday, June ......More
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Saturday July 12 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Pop Up Art School: Dragon Eye
Ages: 11+Who's that peeking out from the cave? Sculpt a Dragon eye that's fierce or friendly using a glass eye, air dry clay and metallic paint. Class is limited to the first 15 participants.
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Saturday July 12 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Teen Tie-Dye
Come to the Central library’s teen room this summer to tie-dye your own Bandana!Ages 12+
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Saturday July 12 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Sensory Playgroup
Join us in a sensory friendly space to read together, make friends, and explore sensory activities. This program is inclusive, but primarily created with children on the Autism Spectrum in mind. For ages 5 and up.
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Saturday July 12 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
The Characters Within: An Improv Theatre Lab
Harness your hidden characters! Using improvisational theatre and movement, we will explore the characters that live in each of us! We will then have a ‘body-sense’ of how to bring any character to life. Give yourself permission to play and explore! Focus is NOT on imp......More
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Saturday July 12 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
SuperFoods 101 - For Teens
Celebrate the powerhouses of nutrition, which include cacao! Fun, colorful presentation that highlights the powerful properties of popular Superfoods and how best to incorporate them into your life. Tips, techniques, unique superfood samplings (i.e. cacao protein balls,......More
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Monday July 14 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
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Monday July 14 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
We Love a Good Book Club
After a long hiatus, the East Springfield Book Club is back. Our new name is the "We Love a Good Book Club." Our book club will meet monthly, and you can bring a book you have read to discuss with the group. Did you find the book appealing or appalling? Coffee, tea, and......More
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Monday July 14 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Silent Book Club Junior
Enjoy reading in a quiet, comfortable environment with this silent book club for kids. Each week, we'll get cozy at the library for half an hour of solo reading, plus time at the end to chat and enjoy some snacks. The perfect chance to work on your summer reading goals!
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Monday July 14 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
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
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Monday July 14 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 July 14 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Monday Funday
Find out how fun Monday afternoons can be! Join us this summer for a different Monday Funday activity each week. We'll play, build, craft, and create! Recommended for children ages 6 and up. This week we'll do blow painting with straws!
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Monday July 14 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
DIY Mini Squishy
Decorate a premade mini squishy or make a Minecraft inspired mini squishy with sponges and markers. Dress for a mess. Designed for older children, tweens, teens, and adults.
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Monday July 14 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Crafternoon for Kids
Join us in the Children's Room on Mondays this July and August to create exciting crafts together!
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Monday July 14 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Snack Attack!
Looking to add something new to your after-school snack cookbook? Kids can learn how to make fun and interesting snacks at the Forest Park Library! Every other week in the summer. Ideal for children 10 and up.
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Monday July 14 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Reading and the Brain!
Learn how the brain works with researchers from Mount Holyoke College! Join Dr. Mara Breen and her team for a series of educational and interactive activities designed to engage children with neuroscience, perception, and reading. Get ready for fun, STEAM-themed props, ......More
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Monday July 14 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Silent Book Club
Wish you had more time to read? Looking for some book lovers to hang out with? Join us for Silent Book Club! One night a month, we get cozy at the library for an hour of solo reading and time at the end to chat. Come to meet new people and leave with new book recommenda......More
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Monday July 14 6:15pm - 7:15pm EDT
RUWMI monthly meeting
This is our regular monthly group meeting