Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 1-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way each week as a new challenge is provided. A Sample the Arts event.
Club Van Gogh: Maker Edition Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 4-5:30 p.m. for grades 3-6 This hands-on STEAM-focused art series will highlight how science, technology, engineering and math are actively involved in artistic creations. Materials will be provided. Funded by a grant from the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation. Artbotics: Robot-Centric Art. Registration starts February 25; call 417-616-0703.
Wednesday, March 27, 2019
Elementary Storytime Republic Branch Library 4 p.m. for grades K-5 Stop by the library after school to listen to stories, sing and dance to your favorite songs and other activities.
Friday, March 29, 2019
Explorers in the Grove Ash Grove Branch Library 9:30-11 a.m. for grades K-5 Explore history, science and nature each month with books and activities. Registration starts February 22; call 417-751-2933.
Tuesday, April 2, 2019
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 1-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way each week as a new challenge is provided. A Sample the Arts event.
Wednesday, April 3, 2019
Baby Jam Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-36 months Wiggle and giggle with singable stories, instruments and a baby dance party.
Welcome Spring Fair Grove Branch Library 11 a.m. for infants-age 6 Shake off the winter chill with warm, bright stories and songs, then plant a flower seed that you can take home and watch grow! Materials will be provided.
Thursday, April 4, 2019
Better Together: Family Storytime Midtown Carnegie Branch Library 4 p.m. for all ages Bring your whole family for stories, booktalks and activities. When families read together, kids learn important life lessons like kindness, empathy and caring for others, and strengthen their bonds with parents and siblings.
Reading Pals Republic Branch Library 4:30 p.m. for grades K-5 Our friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks need your help -- they love a good story but can't read. Practice your reading skills with these furry, loveable friends.
Saturday, April 6, 2019
STEAM Train Library Station 2 p.m. for grades 1-6 All aboard the STEAM train for an afternoon of scientific exploration and educational play. Materials will be provided. Bird Brain. Birds are smarter than they are given credit for. Learn about birds while competing in our "Best Nest" and "Eat Like a Bird" challenges .
Sunday, April 7, 2019
Sunday Make 'n' Play Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 2-4 p.m. for age 3-grade 4 Don’t have time for storytime during the week? Drop in for a hands-on, interactive experience with a maker, play and art focus. We’ll provide multiple activity stations and fun read-alouds. Be prepared to make new friends, get messy and have family fun!
Tuesday, April 9, 2019
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 1-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way each week as a new challenge is provided. A Sample the Arts event.
Club Van Gogh: Maker Edition Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 4-5:30 p.m. for grades 3-6 This hands-on STEAM-focused art series will highlight how science, technology, engineering and math are actively involved in artistic creations. Materials will be provided. Funded by a grant from the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation. Kinetic Art. Registration starts February 25; call 417-616-0703.
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Itsy Bitsy Science Club Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 10 a.m. for ages 2-6 Discover your inner scientist as we learn, explore, build and create with science, technology, engineering, art and math. Dress for a mess!
DIY Kinetic Sand Fair Grove Branch Library 3-5 p.m. for grades K-4 Learn how to make kinetic sand and take some home with you. Materials will be provided.
Friday, April 12, 2019
"The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill Willard Branch Library 10:30 a.m. for grades 4-6 Explore a different middle grade novel each month. Listen along as we read aloud the first few chapters while working on a craft. Materials and snacks will be provided; seating is limited. Registration starts March 8; call 417-742-4258.
Saturday, April 13, 2019
Unicorn Day Library Station 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for families with children from infants-grade 12 Celebrate these magical creatures through crafts, games and other surprise activities. Enjoy Unicorn Storytimes with stories, songs and unicorn-themed play in the Story Hour Room at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Storytime @ Farmers Park Farmers Park, 2144 E. Republic Road 11:30 a.m. for infants-age 6 Take a break from shopping, grab a delicious snack and find your favorite Schweitzer Brentwood Branch librarians under the pavilion for great stories, songs and a craft.
Monday, April 15, 2019
Pajama Storytime Republic Branch Library 6:30 p.m. for infants-age 6 Wear your pajamas and cuddle up with a stuffed animal as you listen to stories and sing songs perfect for bedtime.
Tuesday, April 16, 2019
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 1-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way each week as a new challenge is provided. A Sample the Arts event.
Club Van Gogh: Maker Edition Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 4-5:30 p.m. for grades 3-6 This hands-on STEAM-focused art series will highlight how science, technology, engineering and math are actively involved in artistic creations. Materials will be provided. Funded by a grant from the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation. Art Showcase Event. Registration starts February 25; call 417-616-0703.
Friday, April 19, 2019
Egg-straordinary Storytime Midtown Carnegie Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 We'll have an egg-straordinary time with stories, songs and activities.
Saturday, April 20, 2019
"Hilo:The Boy Who Crashed To Earth" by Judd Winick Library Center 10 a.m. for grades 2-3 Kids and their favorite adults are invited to read and discuss comics and graphic novels, exploring how art and story work together. A related short activity and/or snack will be included. A Sample the Arts event.
"Star Wars" Spectacular! Republic Branch Library 10-11:30 a.m. for families with children in grades K-5 The Force is strong at the Republic Branch Library! Test your Jedi skills with "Star Wars"-themed crafts, activities and games.
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 1-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way each week as a new challenge is provided. A Sample the Arts event.
Wednesday, April 24, 2019
Elementary Storytime Republic Branch Library 4 p.m. for grades K-5 Stop by the library after school to listen to stories, sing and dance to your favorite songs and other activities.
Friday, April 26, 2019
Explorers in the Grove Ash Grove Branch Library 9:30-11 a.m. for grades K-5 Explore history, science and nature each month with books and activities. Registration starts March 29; call 417-751-2933.
Saturday, April 27, 2019
Potty Time Library Station 11 a.m. for 12 months-age 3 Is your big kid ready to use the potty? We'll help you celebrate this milestone with stories, songs, crafts and play!
Art Exploration Library Station 2 p.m. for families with children in grades K-6 Come and create using your imagination and a range of artistic styles and mediums. Materials will be provided. A Sample the Arts event. Learn about radial symmetry by weaving on recycled CDs.
Tuesday, April 30, 2019
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 1-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way each week as a new challenge is provided. A Sample the Arts event.
Wednesday, May 1, 2019
Baby Jam Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-36 months Wiggle and giggle with singable stories, instruments and a baby dance party.
Nature Storytime and StoryWalk® Republic Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Join us for a special storytime celebrating nature and spring. We'll read "Have You Heard the Nesting Bird?" by Rita Gray and Kenard Pak and make bird journals. Then head over to Moore Park, 901 Boston Lane in Republic, to enjoy a StoryWalk®, where you can read the story again as you walk along the trail. Storywalks® combine three important elements that promote learning: reading, moving and enjoying the outdoors. Don't forget to take along your bird journal so you can record the birds you see in the park. The StoryWalk® will be available through May 30.
Blast Off into a Good Book! Fair Grove Branch Library 11 a.m. for infants-age 6 The sky's the limit as we explore our amazing universe with stories, silly songs and a cool craft. Materials will be provided.
Thursday, May 2, 2019
Better Together: Family Storytime Midtown Carnegie Branch Library 4 p.m. for all ages Bring your whole family for stories, booktalks and activities. When families read together, kids learn important life lessons like kindness, empathy and caring for others, and strengthen their bonds with parents and siblings.
Saturday, May 4, 2019
Mother & Daughter Bullet Journaling Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 10 a.m.-noon for age 9 and older Mother's Day is just around the corner! Treat your mom to a morning of journaling with flair. We'll supply journals, special pens, markers, washi tape, stickers and real-world ideas to aid you in your pursuit of organization and inspiration, and a mid-morning snack to fuel your creativity. Registration starts April 15; call 417-616-0703.
"Star Wars" Day Library Station 1-3 p.m. for families with children from infants-grade 12 May the fourth be with you as you drop in for a galaxy of games, crafts and other "Star Wars" surprises! Don't miss "Star Wars" Storytime at 1:30 p.m. for age 2-grade 2 with stories, songs and lightsaber practice in the Story Hour Room. Costumes are encouraged.
Sunday, May 5, 2019
Sunday Make 'n' Play Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 2-4 p.m. for age 3-grade 4 Don’t have time for storytime during the week? Drop in for a hands-on, interactive experience with a maker, play and art focus. We’ll provide multiple activity stations and fun read-alouds. Be prepared to make new friends, get messy and have family fun!
Tuesday, May 7, 2019
Nature Storytime and StoryWalk® Republic Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Join us for a special storytime celebrating nature and spring. We'll read "Have You Heard the Nesting Bird?" by Rita Gray and Kenard Pak and make bird journals. Then head over to Moore Park, 901 Boston Lane in Republic, to enjoy a StoryWalk®, where you can read the story again as you walk along the trail. Storywalks® combine three important elements that promote learning: reading, moving and enjoying the outdoors. Don't forget to take along your bird journal so you can record the birds you see in the park. The StoryWalk® will be available through May 30.
Wednesday, May 8, 2019
Itsy Bitsy Science Club Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 10 a.m. for ages 2-6 Discover your inner scientist as we learn, explore, build and create with science, technology, engineering, art and math. Dress for a mess!
We Love the Earth Fair Grove Branch Library 3-5 p.m. for grades K-4 Celebrate Earth Day and learn how you can make Earth greener with activities and crafts using recycled household materials. Materials will be provided.
Friday, May 10, 2019
Mommies & Grammies Storytime Midtown Carnegie Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Moms and grandmas, bring your littles to this Mother's Day-themed storytime that includes books about how we love our mommies and grandmas, and a special craft. Materials will be provided.
"Chomp" by Carl Hiaasen Willard Branch Library 10:30 a.m. for grades 4-6 Explore a different middle grade novel each month. Listen along as we read aloud the first few chapters while working on a craft. Materials and snacks will be provided; seating is limited. Registration starts April 12; call 417-742-4258.
"Cars and Trucks and Things That Go!" Willard Middle School, 205 Miller Road 5:30-7 p.m. for all ages Join us in the parking lot to see big rigs, little rigs and everything in between. Sponsored by The Library and Parents as Teachers.
Saturday, May 11, 2019
Storytime @ Farmers Park Farmers Park, 2144 E. Republic Road 11:30 a.m. for infants-age 6 Take a break from shopping, grab a delicious snack and find your favorite Schweitzer Brentwood Branch librarians under the pavilion for great stories, songs and a craft.
Monday, May 13, 2019
Reading Pals Willard Branch Library 4:30 p.m. for grades K-5 Our friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks need your help--they love a good story but can't read. Practice your reading skills with these furry, loveable friends.
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
David L. Harrison’s Night of the Frog…A Frog-friendly Family Night! Library Center 6:30 p.m. for ages 4-8 and families Help us celebrate the release of David Harrison's newest book. With lyrical prose and brilliant illustrations, "And the Bullfrogs Sing" explores the life cycle of the bullfrog whose bovine sounding "jug-o-rum" can be heard for more than half a mile. Sing frog songs with Judy Domeny Bowen, participate in an interactive frog "chorus" and enjoy a dramatic reading of the book led by Mr. Harrison. Stick around for a jumping contest, coloring activities and to learn more about frogs and their role in our environment from our friends with Dickerson Park Zoo. Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Friday, May 17, 2019
A Universe of Stories: Summer Reading Kickoff Midtown Carnegie Branch Library 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for infants-grade 5 Check out some books, pick up your game board and celebrate the official start of the Summer Reading Program with fun activities!
Summer Reading Blastoff: Rocket Science Strafford Branch Library 3:30-6 p.m. for all ages Blast off to a summer of reading with a rocket launch challenge. We'll provide a variety of materials for amateur engineers to test their rocket building creativity.
Saturday, May 18, 2019
"Lunch Lady and the Cyborg Substitute" by Jarrett J. Krosoczka Library Center 10 a.m. for grades 2-3 Kids and their favorite adults are invited to read and discuss comics and graphic novels, exploring how art and story work together. A related short activity and/or snack will be included. A Sample the Arts event.
Summer Reading Kick-off Party! Republic Branch Library 10 a.m.-noon for all ages Kick off a summer of reading fun with activities and crafts, then pick up your game board and check out a book to get started.
Summer Reading Kick-off Party Tom Watkins Park, 2800 W. High Street 2-4 p.m. for families with children from infants-grade 12 Blast off into summer with The Library and Springfield-Greene County Park Board! Enjoy games, crafts, music, snacks, prizes and "A Frog in the Bog" StoryWalk®, and pick up your game board for the Summer Reading Program.
Summer Reading Launch Party! Willard Branch Library 2:30-4:30 p.m. for grades K-12 Build your own space-themed snacks and watch "Wall-E," rated G, as we kick off summer reading with a "Universe of Stories."
Sunday, May 19, 2019
Sunday Make 'n' Play Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 2-4 p.m. for age 3-grade 4 Don’t have time for storytime during the week? Drop in for a hands-on, interactive experience with a maker, play and art focus. We’ll provide multiple activity stations and fun read-alouds. Be prepared to make new friends, get messy and have family fun!
Saturday, May 25, 2019
Family STEAM Challenge Library Center 10 a.m. for age 5-grade 6 Get your family together for fun, engaging activities the whole family can enjoy. Make music with Boomwhackers and create your own song. Materials will be provided. A Sample the Arts event. Registration starts May 18; call 417-616-0526.
Build-It Saturday Republic Branch Library 11 a.m. for grades K-8 See what you can construct using your imagination and LEGO bricks, blocks and other building materials.
Friday, May 31, 2019
Explorers in the Grove Ash Grove Branch Library 9:30-11 a.m. for grades K-5 Explore history, science and nature each month with books and activities. Registration starts April 26; call 417-751-2933.