All Articles Archives - December 2016
General: Booklists
Did you know we have special booklists
for children of all ages? Check them out! MoreNew Year, New Hobbies
With the new year comes the excitement to try new things. Gardening? Cooking? Geocaching? We got you covered. MoreNew Services and Spaces in 2016 Pave Way for 2017
We understand if you find yourself asking, “Where did the month of November go?” It’s been a busy year in the Library, too. If you didn’t catch it all, here’s a digest of new services and newsy developments that you’ll also find in 2017. MoreBook Best in Snow
Best in Snow by April Pulley Sayre is a beautiful non-fiction picture book that explores the wonder of snowfall. MoreNuclear Winter Wonderlands
Explore stories of human survival after nuclear catastrophe. MoreSchweitzer Brentwood Branch Library Announces New Library Manager*
*** In The News *** MorePL Read Signs
Before children can learn letters, they have to understand that print is meaningful. Read every sign you see! MoreLearn to Play Bridge in January; Temporary Brentwood Branch Closes Dec. 23; Libraries Close for Holidays Dec. 24-26 and Jan. 1-2
If you’re at the stage where the gift of an “experience” is preferred over the gift of a “thing,” here’s an experience you can give to yourself – and to a few friends – this season, and it won’t cost a dime. MoreSolstice Celebrations
Here is your introduction to a few of the many cultures and religions that have celebrations in the month of December. MoreSchweitzer Brentwood Branch Library Grand Reopening Jan. 7
MoreNewsleaders -- Kathleen O'Dell
*** In The News *** MoreTS Basket
Put several of your child's small toys in a basket. Take turns removing two things from the basket and make up a story about them. MoreWilliam Weaver's Christmas Wedding
William Weaver recalls the Springfield ice storm and his wedding on Christmas Eve Day, 1848. MoreNew Brentwood Library Branch Nears Grand Reopening*
*** In The News *** MoreBook Award Finalists
Check out these book award finalists to find your next great read! MoreTR Talk Early
Babies are learning words long before they can say them, so talk early and talk often! MoreThe Twelve Days of Christmas from the Library
If you have been gifted items from the Twelve Days of Christmas carol, these books, albums, and videos may come in handy. MoreLST Playtime
It's time for Racing to Read Playtime at the Library Station! Come play with us on Saturday, December 17th from 10 a.m. to noon for infants to age 6. Join us for a play-date filled with developmentally appropriate activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. MoreEnjoy Holiday Fun for Everyone at the Library
About this time of the month, we all need a break from the planning-shopping-cooking-decorating frenzy. If you’ve got little ones in the house, a sweet diversion may do everyone some good. How about a library program? We have many in this countdown to Dec. 25. MoreBook ABC Yoga
Pairing simplified yoga poses with alphabetized animals and objects, ABC Yoga by
Christiane Engel features colorful illustrations of children and animals practicing yoga along with playful rhymes to explain each movement. MoreMcDonald County Library Director is New Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library Manager
MoreBooks Make Great Gifts
As you do your holiday shopping, don't forget books for the readers on your list! The following titles were recommended at the Library's Books Make Great Gifts program on Saturday, Dec. 3. MoreMcDonald County Library Director Accepts Springfield Job
*** In The News *** MoreTerre Redmon “Labradors for Life: Dallas Becomes a Mom” Book Signing Dec. 17 at Library Center
MoreREP Pajama ST
It's a Pajama Storytime at the Republic Branch Library! Wear your pajamas and cuddle up with a stuffed animal on Monday, December 12th at 7 p.m. as infants to age 6 listen to stories and sing songs perfect for bedtime. MoreRenovation Sneak Peak of the Brentwood Branch Library
*** In The News *** MoreSR Name Song
Make up a song with your child's name in it. She will love that you are singing a song about her! MoreLots of Light and Other Upgrades Await Patrons at Renovated Brentwood Branch Library
The Brentwood Branch Library renovation is nearly complete, and you’ll be amazed at how bright and spacious it feels when you get to walk inside on grand opening day, Jan. 7. MoreGabriel García Márquez (1927-2014)
Latin American author Gabriel García Márquez received the Nobel Prize in Literature on December 8, 1982. MoreLB Repetition
Read books over and over when children request it. Young children love repetition! More1910 Annexation
The proposed expansion of the Springfield city limits sparked controversy in 1909. Some thought the new boundaries favored only the affluent, while doing nothing to help those who were not. After some revision a smaller city limit was passed by the voters. MoreDisney Animation
Visionary filmmaker Walt Disney was born on December 5, 1901. Throughout his career and beyond, the Walt Disney Company has created some of the most beloved animated films of all time. To celebrate, why not check out some of the Library's materials on Disney animation? MoreWLD StoryWalk
Take a StoryWalk®! The Library has partnered with Ozark Greenways to provide a StoryWalk® at the Willard Trailhead of the Frisco Highline Trail for children birth to 6 to enjoy while they walk. "All You Need for a Snowman" by Alice Schertle will kickoff Tuesday, December 6th at 10 a.m. and will be up for a week.
General Toys
Do you know that the Library has toys available to check out? Browse the Toy Catalog to find fun new toys to play with together! More