Mother Goose Group and Extended Play (Ages 2-5)

Mother Goose Group and Extended Play is a story and rhyme time followed by toy time for children ages 2 to 5 that is held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 AM in the Museum Room of the Springfield Free Public Library. Program attendance is on a first-come basis. If accom......More

Mother Goose Group and Extended Play is a story and rhyme time followed by toy time for children ages 2 to 5 that is held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 AM in the Museum Room of the Springfield Free Public Library. Program attendance is on a first-come basis. If accommodations are requested for a disability, please call our Library Director to discuss them at (973) 376-4930.

Author Talks Online: Americaâs Failed Response to the Opioid Crisis with Author Shoshana Walter

[" Join us for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walterâ\u0080\u0099s book Rehab: An American Scandal. In this work", " Walter", " a Pulitzer finalist", ......More

[" Join us for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walterâ\u0080\u0099s book Rehab: An American Scandal. In this work", " Walter", " a Pulitzer finalist", " exposes the countryâ\u0080\u0099s failed response to the opioid crisis", " and the malfeasance", " corruption", " and snake oil which blight the drug rehabilitation industry. Tuesday", " March 24th at 2 PM ET via digital live-stream in partnership with Springfield Free PL! Register and ask questions of the author here: ", "https://libraryc.org/sfplnj/117475 "]

After School Craft - Strictly Grades 4-8

[" Make your own charm keychain. ", " Registration required. https://AfterSchoolHeartCraftApr.eventbrite.com "]

Family Craft Time (Ages 3-5)

[" Family Craft Time ", "for children ages 3 to 5 is held Wednesdays at 10:30 AM in the Museum Room of the Springfield Free Public Library. Program attendance is on a first-come basis. If accommodations are requested for a disability", " please call our Library Director......More

[" Family Craft Time ", "for children ages 3 to 5 is held Wednesdays at 10:30 AM in the Museum Room of the Springfield Free Public Library. Program attendance is on a first-come basis. If accommodations are requested for a disability", " please call our Library Director to discuss them at (973) 376-4930. "]

Teen Dungeons and Dragons - Ages 13-18

[" Ages 13-18 New and seasoned players welcomed come with a level 2 character or use a premade one! Registration required on Eventbrite: https://SFPLDungeonsandDragonsMarch.eventbrite.com "]

Celebrating the History of Union County Women

[" Celebrating the History of Union County Women Presented by John Prescott from the Union County Office of Cultural and Heritage Affairs ", " Womenâ\u0080\u0099s History Month is celebrated in March of every year. Union County has had many amazing Women associated wit......More

[" Celebrating the History of Union County Women Presented by John Prescott from the Union County Office of Cultural and Heritage Affairs ", " Womenâ\u0080\u0099s History Month is celebrated in March of every year. Union County has had many amazing Women associated with this area. After seeing this program", " you will walk away with a sense of pride and understanding of the contributions these Women have made to our Country. Please join us for the presentation and conversation.  ", "  ", " "]

Mother Goose Group and Extended Play (Ages 2-5)

Mother Goose Group and Extended Play is a story and rhyme time followed by toy time for children ages 2 to 5 that is held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 AM in the Museum Room of the Springfield Free Public Library. Program attendance is on a first-come basis. If accom......More

Mother Goose Group and Extended Play is a story and rhyme time followed by toy time for children ages 2 to 5 that is held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 AM in the Museum Room of the Springfield Free Public Library. Program attendance is on a first-come basis. If accommodations are requested for a disability, please call our Library Director to discuss them at (973) 376-4930.

LIBRARY DELAYED OPENING

The library will open at 1 pm today due to a staff development training.

James Austin Jr. Trio In Concert

[" (RESCHEDULED FROM SNOW CLOSURE ON 1/28/26)  ", "Springfield Free PL welcomes the James Austin Jr. Trio! Personnel include ", "Mike Karn on bass and Jeremy Warren on drums. James Austin is an accomplished pianist and bandleader from Chicago. ", " He honed his craft ......More

[" (RESCHEDULED FROM SNOW CLOSURE ON 1/28/26)  ", "Springfield Free PL welcomes the James Austin Jr. Trio! Personnel include ", "Mike Karn on bass and Jeremy Warren on drums. James Austin is an accomplished pianist and bandleader from Chicago. ", " He honed his craft under jazz educator Barry Harris and has received accolades and awards", " including a semi-finalist position in the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Piano ", "competition. Songs in the Key of Wonder", " Jamesâ\u0080\u0099 debut album", " showcases his tasteful instrumental arrangements of compositions from the songbook of Stevie Wonder. ", " "]

Pink Moon Craft - Ages 5+

[" Ages 5 and up with a caregiver. ", " Registration required on Eventbrite for children only. https://PinkMoonCraft.eventbrite.com "]

Winter Yoga Series

[" Winter Yoga Reset Series ", " Restore balance and calm this winter with an 8-session yoga series led by experienced instructor Lauren Cooper. Designed for all levels", " these sessions focus on mindful movement", " gentle strength", " breathwork", " and relaxationâ\......More

[" Winter Yoga Reset Series ", " Restore balance and calm this winter with an 8-session yoga series led by experienced instructor Lauren Cooper. Designed for all levels", " these sessions focus on mindful movement", " gentle strength", " breathwork", " and relaxationâ\u0080\u0094perfect for easing into winter evenings with intention. All levels welcome. Session Dates (choose one or more): ", " ", "https://tinyurl.com/winteryogareset â\u0080˘ March 30: ", " ", "https://winterreset8.eventbrite.com ", " â\u0080˘ April 6 "]

Mother Goose Group and Extended Play (Ages 2-5)

Mother Goose Group and Extended Play is a story and rhyme time followed by toy time for children ages 2 to 5 that is held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 AM in the Museum Room of the Springfield Free Public Library. Program attendance is on a first-come basis. If accom......More

Mother Goose Group and Extended Play is a story and rhyme time followed by toy time for children ages 2 to 5 that is held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 AM in the Museum Room of the Springfield Free Public Library. Program attendance is on a first-come basis. If accommodations are requested for a disability, please call our Library Director to discuss them at (973) 376-4930.

Lunchtime Film: Hamnet

[" Hamnet (2025) Agnes Shakespeare recalls her marriage to William while grieving the death of their only son", " Hamnet", " in 1596. Starring Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley. Based on Maggie O'Farrell's novel", " 83 minutes. Rated R. Stop by or call us at (973) 37......More

[" Hamnet (2025) Agnes Shakespeare recalls her marriage to William while grieving the death of their only son", " Hamnet", " in 1596. Starring Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley. Based on Maggie O'Farrell's novel", " 83 minutes. Rated R. Stop by or call us at (973) 376-4930 for more information. Participation is free and open to the general public. "]

Family Craft Time (Ages 3-5)

[" Family Craft Time ", "for children ages 3 to 5 is held Wednesdays at 10:30 AM in the Museum Room of the Springfield Free Public Library. Program attendance is on a first-come basis. If accommodations are requested for a disability", " please call our Library Director......More

[" Family Craft Time ", "for children ages 3 to 5 is held Wednesdays at 10:30 AM in the Museum Room of the Springfield Free Public Library. Program attendance is on a first-come basis. If accommodations are requested for a disability", " please call our Library Director to discuss them at (973) 376-4930. "]

Teen Advisory Board

Ages 13+. Meet with your peers to create and lead your own library programs, earn volunteer hours, build your leadership skills, and add it to your college apps and resumes. Meets every first Wednesday of the month, no registration required.

Mother Goose Group and Extended Play (Ages 2-5)

Mother Goose Group and Extended Play is a story and rhyme time followed by toy time for children ages 2 to 5 that is held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 AM in the Museum Room of the Springfield Free Public Library. Program attendance is on a first-come basis. If accom......More

Mother Goose Group and Extended Play is a story and rhyme time followed by toy time for children ages 2 to 5 that is held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 AM in the Museum Room of the Springfield Free Public Library. Program attendance is on a first-come basis. If accommodations are requested for a disability, please call our Library Director to discuss them at (973) 376-4930.

Author Talks Online: On a Mission - The History of US Women Astronauts with Smithsonian Curator Emerita Valerie Neal

[" Join us for an exhilarating journey through the history of US women astronauts with Valerie Neal", " emerita curator from the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum and expert on human spaceflight. Thursday", " April 2nd at 2 PM ET via digital live-stream in par......More

[" Join us for an exhilarating journey through the history of US women astronauts with Valerie Neal", " emerita curator from the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum and expert on human spaceflight. Thursday", " April 2nd at 2 PM ET via digital live-stream in partnership with Springfield Free PL! Register and ask questions of the author here: ", "https://libraryc.org/sfplnj/145617 "]

Beaded Plant Craft

[" Ages 10-18. Design your own potted bead plant. ", " Registration required. "]

Early Closing

Library closes early at 2pm in observance of Good Friday.

Chair Yoga

[" Each class offers the benefits of traditional yoga with ", "guided relaxation", " breath work", " seated stretching/poses and standing stretching/poses. ", " ", "These will be taught by our popular yoga instructor", " Tamara Tsoutsouris in the Donald B. Palmer Museum......More

[" Each class offers the benefits of traditional yoga with ", "guided relaxation", " breath work", " seated stretching/poses and standing stretching/poses. ", " ", "These will be taught by our popular yoga instructor", " Tamara Tsoutsouris in the Donald B. Palmer Museum. Sessions meet at 12:30 PM. Patrons who would like to attend remotely", " may do so (via Zoom) at the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88605695827?pwd=amJ3cTgxZ0FtcUNKMi96MkdDV0dmQT09 This program is made possible by an extremely generous donation from the Friends of the Springfield Free Public Library. Participation is free and all are welcome. "]