PARK CENTRAL BRANCH PROGRAMS

Take Center Stage at Park Central
Are you an acoustic musician, poet or thespian? Perhaps you're a comic, mime or ventrioloquist looking for a place to try new material? What better place than the community stage at the Park Central Branch Library? There's already a performance schedule in place and it's free! Drop by the branch, or call 831-1342 for more information.

Vist the Library on First Friday
Make the new Park Central Branch Library part of your First Friday Artwalk festivities. The District's ninth facility, situated in the heart of downtown Springfield, will display works by area artists along with other galleries and businesses downtown. Take a stroll to the southwest corner of the Square -- where arts, entertainment and information meet.

Friday, September 3, 2010

  • First Friday Art Walk
    6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
    Join the Park Central Branch Library and other art lovers for First Friday Art Walk, a cultural happening in the Downtown Arts District. Meet artist Santiago Jim Delgadillo and discuss his paintings on display.

Monday, September 6, 2010

  • Labor Day
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    All libraries will be closed Monday, September 6, for Labor Day.

Friday, September 10, 2010

  • Park Central Sounds
    7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
    Celebrate local music on the second Friday of every month.

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

  • Book Discussion
    7:00 pm.
    "Little Bee" by Chris Cleave.

Thursday, September 16, 2010

  • Open Mic Night
    7:00 pm.
    Show off your talent at Open Mic night the third Thursday of every month.

Friday, September 17, 2010

  • How To: Knit
    7:00 pm.
    Back by popular demand! Learn knitting basics with a hands-on demonstration. Materials will be provided.
    Registration starts September 01; call 831-1342.

Saturday, September 18, 2010

  • Center City Saturday
    1:00 pm to 5:00 pm for all ages.
    Spend an afternoon in downtown Springfield the third Saturday of every month. Enjoy free movie marathons, rated PG or under, as part of this family-oriented event.

Friday, September 24, 2010

  • Animated Film Series
    7:00 pm
    Take a break this fall with animated films the fourth Friday of every month. "Azur and Asmar: The Princes' Quest," rated PG. French with English subtitles.

Friday, October 1, 2010

  • First Friday Art Walk
    7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
    Join the Park Central Branch Library and other art lovers for First Friday Art Walk, a cultural happening in the Downtown Arts District. Meet Jess Heugel, discuss his photographs on display and enjoy the comedy of The Hero Squad.

Thursday, October 7, 2010

  • First Thursday Art Talk
    7:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
    Enjoy educational presentations on a historical figure, movement or current issue in the art world, presented in conjunction with MSU Art History Department and Dr. Billie Follensbee. Christian Religious Paintings, Nathan Judah.

Friday, October 8, 2010

  • Park Central Sounds
    7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
    Celebrate local music on the second Friday of every month.

Monday, October 11, 2010

  • Staff Training

    All libraries will be closed Monday, October 11, for Staff Training.

Friday, October 15, 2010

  • How To: Find Funding
    7:00 pm.
    Check out the great resources available through the Library's Funding and Business Information Center. Learn how to find government grants for organizations and individuals.

Saturday, October 16, 2010

  • Center City Saturday
    1:00 pm to 5:00 pm for all ages.
    Spend an afternoon in downtown Springfield the third Saturday of every month. Enjoy free movie marathons, rated PG or under, as part of this family-oriented event.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

  • Book Discussion
    7:00 pm.
    "The Happiness Project" by Gretchen Rubin.

Thursday, October 21, 2010

  • Open Mic Night
    7:00 pm.
    Show off your talent at Open Mic Night the third Thursday of every month.

Friday, October 22, 2010

  • Animated Film Series
    7:00 pm
    Take a break this fall with animated films the fourth Friday of every month. "Ponyo," rated G.

Friday, October 29, 2010

  • Art in Focus
    7:00 pm
    Join Jess and Kelly Heugel for a discussion about their recent trip to Myanmar, with a focus on the political and social context of Jess' photography.

Thursday, November 4, 2010

  • First Thursday Art Talk
    7:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
    Carl James will discuss the artistic inspiration and technique for his photography and poetry.

Friday, November 5, 2010

  • First Friday Art Walk
    6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
    Join the Park Central Branch Library and other art lovers for First Friday Art Walk, a cultural happening in the Downtown Arts District. Meet Carl James and discuss his photography on display.

Thursday, November 11, 2010

  • Veterans Day

    All libraries will be closed Thursday, November 11, for Veterans Day.

Friday, November 12, 2010

  • Park Central Sounds
    7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
    Celebrate local music on the second Friday of every month.

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

  • Book Discussion
    7:00 pm.
    "Private Life" by Jane Smiley.

Thursday, November 18, 2010

  • Open Mic Night
    7:00 pm.
    Show off your talent at Open Mic Night the third Thursday of every month.

Friday, November 19, 2010

  • How To: Use Social Networking Sites
    7:00 pm.
    Learn how to use Facebook, Twitter and other social media to connect with friends and family. We'll discuss how to get the most out of popular web 2.0 sites. Bring your questions!

Saturday, November 20, 2010

  • Center City Saturday
    1:00 pm to 5:00 pm for all ages.
    Spend an afternoon in downtown Springfield the third Saturday of every month. Enjoy free movie marathons, rated PG or under, as part of this family-oriented event.

Thursday, November 25, 2010

  • Thanksgiving Day
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    All libraries will be closed Thursday, November 25, for Thanksgiving.

Friday, November 26, 2010

  • Animated Film Series
    7:00 pm
    Take a break this fall with animated films the fourth Friday of every month. "The Little Mermaid," rated G.

Friday, December 24, 2010

  • Christmas Holiday
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    All libraries will be closed Friday, December 24, and Saturday, December 25, for the Christmas holiday.

Saturday, December 25, 2010

  • Christmas Day

    All libraries will be closed Saturday, December 25, for Christmas Day.

Friday, December 31, 2010

  • New Year's Eve & Day

    All libraries will close at 5 p.m. on Friday, December 31, for New Year's Eve and will remain closed Saturday, January 1, for New Year's Day.

Saturday, January 1, 2011

  • New Year's Day

    All libraries will be closed Saturday, January 1, for New Year's Day.

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