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All Articles Archives - March 2016

Big Read 2016 Pays Tribute to "True Grit"

Published March 31, 2016 Submitted by: Sarah

April promises to be a hoot – and maybe a “Yee-haw,” too – as we encourage the community to read “True Grit” by Charles Portis and sample a roundup of Western-themed entertainment for all ages. More

Old Time Gardens

Published March 30, 2016 Submitted by: Renee

Old time gardens of Springfield remembered by an "Old Settler".
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LST Hands On, Hands In

Published March 30, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie

Messy play is fun play! The Library Station is having Hands On, Hands In! on Saturday, April 2nd from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for ages 3-6. Little hands will have fun digging into tubs and containers of textures and temperatures, and experimenting with scoops, funnels and more. Drop in anytime during this come-and-go program. More

Umberto Eco

Published March 29, 2016 Submitted by: Shannon

A retrospective on the author of "The Name of the Rose". More

AGR Nursery Rhymes

Published March 28, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie

Nursery Rhymes are an important part of a child's literacy development. Come to the Ash Grove Branch Library on Wednesday, March 30th at 9:30 a.m. for 1,2,3 Come and Play Nursery Rhymes with Me! Infants to age 6 will explore fun ways to play with nursery rhymes. More

Gardening Know-how

Published March 28, 2016

Spring time is upon us, bringing with it early blooms and beckoning yard spaces. Whether you're working with a large space or a small container garden, the Library has a good selection of books to help anyone from the experienced gardener to the beginner.  More

SR Good Morning Song

Published March 25, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie

Mornings are sometimes hard. Try having a good morning song to gently help your little one wake up. More

TLC Wiggleworms

Published March 22, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie

Come dance with us! The Library Center is having Preschool Wiggleworms every Friday from 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. for ages 3-6. Journey down the Singing and Rhyming Road to Reading as we dance, sing and move! More

Spring Cleaning

Published March 21, 2016 Submitted by: Anna

As the new season ushers us into warmer temperatures, we tend to clean out those drawers and closets that haven't seen the light all winter. If you're ready to dust, rearrange, and open the windows, check out these picks!
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WLD Book Talk

Published March 19, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie

Willard Branch Library's Dawn McClain hosts a Not Just for Kids Picture Book Talk on Mondays at 5:30 p.m. She'll share new-to-you titles and new books while explaining how you can enjoy picture books as much as the kids you are reading to. Adults and children welcome.  More

MID Bilingual Storytime

Published March 17, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie

The Midtown Carnegie Branch Library is having Bilingual Storytime on Saturday, March 19th at 11 a.m. for infants through age 6. This interactive storytime is designed especially for Spanish-speaking families. More

Perkins Grand Opera House

Published March 16, 2016 Submitted by: Renee

Perkins Grand Opera House burned in 1896. It was located on the west side of Boonville near where the historic courthouse is now located. It's value was estimated at $75,000.  More

On the Trail

Published March 14, 2016 Submitted by: Aleah

Spring is around the corner, are you ready to hit the trail? Take a hike with these great reads that all feature real life adventures on some of America's best known long-distance trails.  More

TR Snuggle and Talk

Published March 14, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie

A key to literacy is language fostered in caring relationships. Snuggle and talk to your little ones! More

TLC Book Babies

Published March 12, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie

Did you know that the Library Center has a special storytime for the youngest babies? Racing to Read Book Babies storytime is on Mondays at 9:30 a.m. for infants to 18 months. More

BWD Playtime

Published March 9, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie

It's time for Racing to Read Playtime at the Brentwood Branch Library! Come play with us on Saturday, March 12th from 10 a.m. to noon for infants to age 6. There will be penty of unstructured, developmentally appropriate activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers to enjoy. More

The Girl in the Book Title

Published March 7, 2016 Submitted by: Vanessa

The recent success of books such as Gillian Flynn's "Gone Girl" and "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins may have inspired a new book title trend.  In the past year there have been a long string of books released with the word "Girl" in the title. More

TLC Library Town

Published March 6, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie

The Library Center is having a special Library Town storytime! Use your imagination, tell stories and play in Library Town as you visit the post office, library, grocery store and more. Storytimes will be Tuesday, March 8th and Wednesday, March 9th at 10:15 a.m. for infants to 36 months and at 11:15 for ages 3-6. Library Town will be available in the Children's Department for free play until 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 10th. More

PL Zipper Bags

Published March 4, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie

Store your child's snacks or small toys in plastic storage bags with zipper tops. When he opens them, he will have to use one finger and his thumb which naturally gets his hand ready for a steady pencil grip. More

April 5 Municipal Election

Published March 1, 2016 Submitted by: Renee

The Municipal Election is Tuesday, April 5. Be sure to vote and make your voice heard on many city and county ballot items, including a sales tax renewal for Springfield. -- Results are in!
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