All Articles Archives - March 2017
General Storywalk
Take a StoryWalk®! The Library has partnered with Dickerson Park Zoo for a special, one day only StoryWalk® to celebrate "Finding Winnie" by Lindsay Mattick for the One Read. Come to Dickerson Park Zoo on Saturday, April 1, at 10 a.m. to read the book together, walk the path to the bear exhibit and see other black bear programs and activities by Zoo staff. The admission fee will be waived for children ages 3-12 who bring a teddy bear, and anyone over the age of 12 with a bear will pay the group admission price of $6.
National Poetry Month 2017
April is National Poetry Month. MoreArt of 'Over There' Adds Perspective to Century-Old War*
*** In The News *** MoreLibrary Center Manager Earns National Recognition*
*** In The News *** MoreLB Don't Have to Read
You don't always have to read the words! Make up a story to go with the pictures or use a book with a cd to share stories together. Use the Library catalog or ask a librarian to help you find books with cd's. MoreExoplanets
Learn about planets beyond the solar system and the science behind their discovery. MorePL Random Scribbles
First writing looks like random scribbles but they are an important part of the process. Have crayon time every day and those scribbles will become words quickly! MoreGot Kids? Don't Miss Sign Up for Your Summer*
*** In The News *** More"Orange is the New Black" Author Piper Kerman Speaks April 22
MoreHear a Twist on the Local Legend: The Albino Farm
MoreSign Up for Your Children's Summer Activities April 6
MoreLibrary's Packed Spring Schedule Features Author Visits and More
We’re entering the busiest, most interesting season of the year in the library district. MoreMary Elizabeth Mahnkey
Mary Elizabeth Mahnkey, poet and newspaper columnist, wrote for the Taney County Republican and contributed to the Waste Basket column of the Springfield Daily News. MoreThousands in Grant Dollars Awarded to Southwest Missouri Libraries
*** In The News *** MoreMayoral, General Seat Candidates Share Visions for Springfield at Forum*
*** In The News *** MoreImmigrant Fiction
There are many ways to become an American, and many great books about the journey. Check one out today! MoreTLC Shakeups
It's time to Power Pony Up with The Shake Ups! The Shake-ups in Ponyville will be doing a special concert at the Library Center for all ages on Friday, March 24th at 7 p.m. showcasing their original music inspired by "My Liittle Pony: Friendship is Magic!" MoreSarah Bean Thompson - Movers & Shakers 2017 - Advocates
*** In The News *** MoreFGR Hats
Funky hats, colorful hats and hats with a purpose -- the Fair Grove Branch Library is celebrating Hats, Hats, Hats! all day long on Wednesday, March 22nd. There will be crafts and activities for infants to age 6 inspired by Jon Klassen's hat-themed trilogy and a special storytime at 11 a.m. MoreWomen in Science
While science is often considered a male dominated field, women have made important contributions to the subject as well. Recently, several titles have been released that highlight the history of how woman have supplied research, completed experiments and helped create new inventions.More
2017 40 Under 40: Ashley Norgard, 35*
*** In The News *** MoreRead the Story of the "Real" Winnie the Pooh at Free Zoo StoryWalk April 1
MoreNew Springfield Clubs Combine Books, Beers and Donuts
*** In The News *** MoreSR Collage
Together with your preschooler, make a collage of pictures of things that start with the same sound, like "car," "cat," and "key" for the "kuh" sound. Focus on the sound of the letter instead of the name of the letter. MorePokin Around: The 'Ozarks Clipper,' the Legend of Genealogy*
*** In The News *** MoreMID Bilingual Storytime
The Midtown Carnegie Branch Library is having Bilingual Storytime on Saturday, March 18th at 11 a.m. for infants to grade 2. This interactive storytime is designed especially for Spanish-speaking families. MoreDana Ray “A Second Chance” Book Signing March 25 at Library Center
MoreU.S. Route 66
It is known as the Mother Road, America's highway and the country's main street. The Library has many books that will take you on quite the ride down U.S. Route 66. MoreNew Ozarks Travelogue Series Offers Ideas for Local Exploring
Itching to roam around the Ozarks? A new series at the Library Center offers some surprising places to explore. MoreTR Practice Words
Help your little one practice all those words he is learning by asking lots of questions! MoreBooks to Read if You Can't Wait for the New Season of Stranger Things
If the second season's October release date seems a long way off, you can get your creepy, nostalgic, or government baddie fix with these reads. MoreREP Pajama Storytime
It's Pajama Storytime at the Republic Branch Library! Wear your pajamas and cuddle up with a stuffed animal on Monday, March 13th at 7 p.m. as infants to age 6 listen to stories and sing songs perfect for bedtime. MoreLibraryCon Returns Aug. 19 to the Library Center; Exhibitor Sign-up through June 1
MoreFirst Ever Springfield Fix-It Fair
*** In The News *** MoreTS Creative Hat
Telling stories is all about playing pretend so put on your creative hat and engage in some make-believe! MoreFirst Woman Jury
First woman jury in Greene County was chosen in 1947. MoreSpring 2017 New Releases in Fiction
A list of titles to be published between March and May 2017. You may place any of these titles on hold right now, even those with future release dates. MoreGive Your "Brokens" New Life at March 11 Fix-it Fair
On Saturday, March 11, you’ll be glad you never pitched that broken bicycle, sickly lawn mower or slightly tattered favorite jacket. MoreDarla Noble “Love, Momma D” Book Signing March 18 at Library Center
MoreTLC Kevin Henkes
Meet Author and Illustrator Kevin Henkes at the Library Center! Caldecott award-winning illustrator Kevin Henkes will talk about his art, books and writing during a special presentation for preschoolers through adults on Wednesday, March 8th at 7 p.m. Following his speech, he will sign books which will be available for purchase or you can bring your own. Signing will be limited to two books. MoreBook Egg
Kevin Henkes' newest book uses pastel colors to tell a repetitive story -- with a fun surprise! MoreWeekend Outlook March 3-5, 2017
*** In The News *** MoreLST Playtime
It's time for Racing to Read Playtime at the Library Station! Come play with us on Saturday, March 4th from 10 a.m. to noon. Infants to age 6 will enjoy activities that are developmentally appropriate and lots of fun. MoreGrow Vegetables, Herbs and Flowers with Seeds from the Heirloom Seed Library
Spring must be near -- the Heirloom Seed Library is open for business.
MoreRead into Recently Published Poetry
Discover new books from up-and-coming writers Joshua Bennet and Jana Prikryl, and former U.S. Poet Laureates Rita Dove and Robert Pinsky. Plus links to just a few of the Literary Journals available through the Library's website. MoreWanted: Book Club Members Before May 6 Celebration
MoreNewsleaders -- Kathleen O'Dell
*** In The News *** MorePorter Wagoner
Famous country music singer Porter Wagoner was born in West Plains, Missouri. Wagoner was hired by Si Simon to perform on KWTO radio in 1951. This newspaper article describes the house he purchased on Valley Road.More