All Springfield-Greene County Libraries will be closed and the Mobile Library will not make its scheduled stops on Monday, May 28, in observance of Memorial Day.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

SUMMER READING PROGRAMS
FOR KIDS & TEENS

May 19 - August 4

Dream Big - READ! Kids' Summer Reading Program
Own the Night Teen Summer Reading Program

Download Bookends --
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Bookends Summer 2012
June-August 2012

Bookends March-May 2012
March-May 2012

Download The Edge
Computer Training Catalog --
Requires Adobe® Reader®

Edge Catalog January - June 2012
January - June 2012

Several of our upcoming programs are listed below. View all programs by branch, audience, or subject by clicking the links at left.


Wednesday, May 23, 2012

  • Genealogy Workshop
    Library Center
    9:30 am in the auditorium for adults.
    Brick Wall Problem-Solving Session. Share tips and learn from others tips for getting past the brick wall in your research. Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.

Thursday, May 24, 2012

  • Sarah's Key
    Book Discussion
    Library Station
    1:30 pm in the Santa Fe room for adults.
    By Tatiana Rosnay. Visit with others about the current read.

Friday, May 25, 2012

  • Racing to Read Storytime
    Library Station
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Racing to Read Storytime
    Library Station
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • End of School Pizza Party
    Library Station
    6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    The end of school has arrived! It's time to party with games, prizes, and pizza!
  • Friday Night Film Series
    Park Central Branch Library
    7:00 pm for adults.
    "How to Cook Your Life," rated PG-13.

Saturday, May 26, 2012

  • When Something's Up
    Library Center
    10:00 am in the children's department for ages 2-5.
    Trying to prepare your young child for a new sister or brother? Join us for a special storytime that will introduce picture books, ideas for children and siblings. Registration starts May 21; call 882-0714.
  • All About Bugs!
    Library Center
    10:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Bugs are amazing! Celebrate these cool creatures with stories, songs and activities. You'll even have a chance to see some bugs up close! Registration starts May 12; call 882-0714.
  • Surprise Saturday
    Library Center
    11:00 am to 2:00 pm in the children's department for all ages.
    Games, crafts and more -- you never know what you'll find on Surprise Saturday! Families can drop by and enjoy a family-friendly activity for all ages.
  • Knitting Circle
    Strafford Branch Library
    3:00 pm for adults.
    No matter your age or ability, you're welcome to join a monthly knitting circle at the Library. Bring your needles, yarn and any projects you are working on and share ideas, tricks and tips with fellow knitters.

Tuesday, May 29, 2012

  • Racing to Read Storytime
    Park Central Branch Library
    10:00 am for ages 1-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Racing to Read Storytime
    Library Station
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Racing to Read Storytime
    Library Station
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Learn to Download E-books
    Brentwood Branch Library
    6:30 pm for adults.
    Learn to check out and download e-books from the Library and read them on your computer or compatible e-reader. All e-readers will be covered in this session.
  • Racing to Read Storytime
    Library Station
    7:00 pm in the story hour room for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.

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