Published January 30, 2017 Submitted by: Vanessa
Not all novels that deal with magic include wizards, sorcery, and witches. These novels tell about the stage show side of magic and feature professional conjurors and illusionists.
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Put hair gel inside a plastic storage bag and seal it shut. Play together to squish, scribble and write! More Published January 27, 2017 Submitted by: Kathleen
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Looking for a place to host your next meeting or staff training? Many people use the library branches’ conference and community rooms at no charge, and beginning Feb. 1 it will be easier to reserve a space. More Published January 26, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
"Ba-ba-ba-ba!" Those aren't just sounds your baby is making. It is her first attempt at language. Babble back with your little one to encourage those sounds! More Published January 26, 2017 Submitted by: Kyle
Take a look at these "1984" surrogates while you wait to get your hands a copy of your own. More Published January 23, 2017 Submitted by: Bradley
If you enjoyed reading some of the recent bestsellers, then be sure to check out these books that read similarly to them. More Published January 23, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
Preschoolers -- and some adults -- will be fascinated to discover which prehistoric creatures weren't technically dinosaurs in "I Am Not a Dinosaur" by Will Lach. More Published January 21, 2017 Submitted by: Renee
The old Penland Grocery Store was slated for demolition in 1956. Over seventy years old, the store sold groceries, hay and feed, and served as a community gathering place. More Published January 20, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
Snuggle and cuddle when you read stories together every day! More Published January 19, 2017 Submitted by: Madison
Do you enjoy writing? See here for books on the craft of writing, including thoughts from Stephen King and Ray Bradbury. More Published January 19, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
"Libraries Transform" is a national campaign to showcase the many ways that self-discovery through library resources truly can transform lives. More Published January 18, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
Let's Build It, Knock It Down, Build It Up Again! at the Midtown Carnegie Branch Library. Infants to age 6 will enjoy block picture books and then spend time with building blocks large and small at 10 a.m. on Friday, January 20th. More Published January 16, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
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President Ronald Reagan signed into law Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a federal holiday in 1983. In 1992, it was not recognized as an official school holiday in Springfield. However, students were dismissed for the day, as it was considered a teacher-principal work day. More Published January 16, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
Unleash your inner camel, cobra or dog at Cat and Kitten Yoga at the Fair Grove Branch Library on Wednesday, January 18th at 11 a.m. Library staff member and certified yoga instructor Kim Duquette will teach infants to age 6 and their families different animal yoga poses. More Published January 13, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
Make a book about a special experience you did together as a family. It will help you tell stories about it again and again! More Published January 12, 2017 Submitted by: Kyle
Books that will compel you to read more books. More Published January 12, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
The new year is bringing lots of new services to library patrons, including a stellar lineup of authors. Here’s a quick preview. More Published January 11, 2017 Submitted by: Renee
Springfield Rotarians unknowingly hosted George Clark, well known syndicated cartoonist of "Side Glances". More Published January 11, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
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Take a StoryWalk®! The Library has partnered with the Springfield Conservation Nature Center to provide a StoryWalk® at 4601 S. Nature Center Way for children birth to grade 2 and their families to enjoy while they walk. "Over and Under the Snow" by Kate Messner will kickoff Friday, January 13th at 11 a.m. and will be up for a month.
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Published January 9, 2017 Submitted by: Samantha
Did you know that many popular television shows and book series have their own cookbooks? Now you can dish up something special in honor of the season finale, a viewing marathon, or new book release. More Published January 7, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
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It's time for Racing to Read Playtime! There are three opportunities to play with us in January. Join us at the Library Station for Big Playtime on Saturday, January 14th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Strafford Branch Library for Winter Edition on Saturday, January 14th from 2-4 p.m. and at the Library Center for Art Party on Saturday, January 28th from 10 a.m. to noon. All for infants to age 6. More Published January 7, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
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Tiny houses are growing in popularity. Learn more about design and construction for these trendy homes with low square footage. More Published January 5, 2017 Submitted by: Vanessa
The Winter weather season is now officially upon us and will bring changing temperatures and road conditions. A little planning ahead for your trip can help you arrive safely to your destination. More Published January 5, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
More Published January 5, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
The wait is nearly over – the renovated and renamed Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library reopens Saturday, Jan. 7. New name, same address – 2214 Brentwood Blvd., a block east of Glenstone Avenue and Seminole Street. More Published January 4, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
It is finally here: the grand opening of the renovated Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library! Come enjoy children's activities, live music, tours and refreshments from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, January 7th. More Published January 4, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
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Most novelists have to write many books before they receive recognition. Many never win awards or make the New York Times Best Sellers List. However, a select few achieve success on the very first try. Take a look at this list of fabulous first novels today.
More Published January 1, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
Babies love mirrors! Talk to your little one about what he is looking at. This is a great time to introduce color and body vocabulary. More