KIDS

TAKE A STORYWALK®!

For infants-age 9
through May

Step Into Spring! Enjoy books and nature at one of our Spring StoryWalks®. Pages of a children's picture book are displayed on signs along a path so that families can read the book, page by page, as they walk. Details.

Wednesday, March 22, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10 a.m. Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  • 10 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
  • 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  • 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room

Thursday, March 23, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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.

Friday, March 24, 2023

• Literacy Spot with a Librarian
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Drop by to play and chat with a librarian. We'll try a short literacy-building activity and recommend some of our favorite books.


• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  11:15 a.m. for infants-age 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.

Saturday, March 25, 2023

• Pokémon Trainer Camp
  The Library Center auditorium
  10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for grades K-6.
  Do you want to be the very best trainer? Attend our trainer camp to expand your Pokémon knowledge, add to your Pokédex, and more!


• Saturday Storytime
  Republic Branch Library community room
  10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Stay in your pajamas and join us in the library for a cozy morning of stories, songs and activities!

Monday, March 27, 2023

• Stories Together
  The Library Center auditorium
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Join your favorite library staff and our friends from Springfield Public Schools Parents as Teachers for songs, stories and playtime. We'll have lots of fun, and families will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about their children’s development.


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Tuesday, March 28, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  For infants-age 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.
  • 9:30 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
  • 10 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
  • 10 a.m. Strafford Branch Library community room


• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10:30 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room


• Crafternoons
  Strafford Branch Library
  2 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades K-8.
  Stop by and make a new craft each week. Materials will be provided.


• Starlight Storytime
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library Children's Department
  6:30 p.m. for ages 2-6.
  Wind down the day with stories, songs and friends at the library. Pajamas, stuffies and cuddles welcome.


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Wednesday, March 29, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10 a.m. Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  • 10 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
  • 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  • 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room


• Reading PALS
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  3:30 p.m. for ages 3 and older.
  Practice your reading skills with one of our favorite furry friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks.
  Registration starts March 1.


• Family Game Night
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-5.
  Enjoy an evening of family fun with games and activities.

Thursday, March 30, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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.

Friday, March 31, 2023

• Literacy Spot with a Librarian
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Drop by to play and chat with a librarian. We'll try a short literacy-building activity and recommend some of our favorite books.


• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  11:15 a.m. for infants-age 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.

Saturday, April 1, 2023

• "Alice In Wonderland" Tea
  The Library Center auditorium
  2 p.m.-4 p.m. for grades K-5.
  Dress up, drink tea, play games and watch "Alice in Wonderland," rated G, 1951.

Monday, April 3, 2023

• Stories Together
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Join your favorite library staff and our friends from Springfield Public Schools Parents as Teachers for songs, stories and playtime. We'll have lots of fun, and families will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about their children’s development.


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Tuesday, April 4, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  9:30 a.m. for infants-age 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.


• Stories in the Park
  Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion if it rains. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.


• Racing to Read Storytime
  Strafford Branch Library community room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10:30 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room


• Crafternoons
  Strafford Branch Library
  2 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades K-8.
  Stop by and make a new craft each week. Materials will be provided.


• LEGO Block Challenge
  Willard Branch Library community room
  3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. for grades K-5.
  Each team draws a challenge card and then creates their LEGO block masterpiece!


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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.
  • Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  • Republic Branch Library community room


• EGGcellent Storytime
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Eggs, eggs! You can eat them, paint them, hide them. We’ll read about different kinds of eggs and end with EGGciting activities and crafts. Materials will be provided.


• Racing to Read Storytime
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  • 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room


• Family Game Night
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-5.
  Enjoy an evening of family fun with games and activities.

Thursday, April 6, 2023

• The Great Storybook Adventure
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Our favorite storybook characters are running loose in the library! We'll share a fun book at the first storytime of each month, then join us anytime that month in the Children's Department to search for those beloved characters.
  Where is Pigeon? Celebrate 20 years of Mo Willems and Pigeon with "Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus" by Mo Willems.


• Racing to Read Storytime
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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.


• Stupendous Games n' Reads
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 3-6.
  Stop by and have a blast playing new-to-you or familiar board and card games while meeting friends and getting great tips on the most popular graphic novels, comics and award books in our collection.


• Reading Pals
  Republic Branch Library community room
  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.
  Registration starts March 16; call 417-732-7284.

Friday, April 7, 2023

• Literacy Spot with a Librarian
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Drop by to play and chat with a librarian. We'll try a short literacy-building activity and recommend some of our favorite books.


• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  11:15 a.m. for infants-age 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.

Saturday, April 8, 2023

• Family Dance Party
  Fair Grove Branch Library
  10 a.m. for all ages.
  Shake your sillies out with singing, dancing and other fun.


• Librarykins Playgroup
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  11 a.m. for all ages.
  Kids and their caregivers can make new friends at the library! We’ll provide lots of toys, books and activities to encourage socialization and cooperative play. Coffee and tea will be provided and attendees are welcome to bring a snack or lunch.

Monday, April 10, 2023

• Stories Together
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  6 p.m. for infants-age 6.
  Join your favorite library staff and our friends from Springfield Public Schools Parents as Teachers for songs, stories and playtime. We'll have lots of fun, and families will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about their children’s development.


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Tuesday, April 11, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  9:30 a.m. for infants-age 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.


• Stories in the Park
  Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion if it rains. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.


• Racing to Read Storytime
  Strafford Branch Library community room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10:30 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room


• Crafternoons
  Strafford Branch Library
  2 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades K-8.
  Stop by and make a new craft each week. Materials will be provided.


• Un-BEE-lievable Bees
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-4.
  We'll have a BEE-utiful morning with activities, crafts and interesting facts about our very important, winged friends. Materials will be provided.


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10 a.m. Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  • 10 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
  • 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  • 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room

Thursday, April 13, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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.


• STEAM Explorers: Homeschool Thursday
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  2 p.m. for ages 6-12.
  Use science, technology, engineering, art and math to solve exciting challenges! Play activities will be available in the room for siblings age 5 and under. Teens ages 13-17 are welcome to come and learn alongside their younger siblings. Materials will be provided; seating is limited.
  Bugs! Brooke Widmar from James River Basin Partnership is bringing bugs to the library. Learn about the role aquatic insects play in water quality monitoring and meet some tiny new friends.
  Registration starts April 6; call 417-616-0673.


• Bricks and Books Club
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for grades 3-6.
  Love books and LEGO bricks? We've got a club for you! Each month we'll read a book, chat about it and build something related to the book of the month.
  "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston. We'll talk about what job we'd want if we worked in the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs and build gadgets with LEGO bricks.

Friday, April 14, 2023

• Literacy Spot with a Librarian
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Drop by to play and chat with a librarian. We'll try a short literacy-building activity and recommend some of our favorite books.


• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  11:15 a.m. for infants-age 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.

Saturday, April 15, 2023

• STEAM Explorers
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  2 p.m. for ages 6-12.
  Use science, technology, engineering, art and math to solve exciting challenges! Play activities will be available in the room for siblings age 5 and under. Teens ages 13-17 are welcome to come and learn alongside their younger siblings. Materials will be provided; no registration required.
  Bugs! Brooke Widmar from James River Basin Partnership is bringing bugs to the library. Learn about the role aquatic insects play in water quality monitoring and meet some tiny new friends.

Monday, April 17, 2023

• Stories Together
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  6 p.m. for infants-age 6.
  Join your favorite library staff and our friends from Springfield Public Schools Parents as Teachers for songs, stories and playtime. We'll have lots of fun, and families will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about their children’s development.


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Tuesday, April 18, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  9:30 a.m. for infants-age 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.


• Stories in the Park
  Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion if it rains. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.


• Racing to Read Storytime
  Strafford Branch Library community room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10:30 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room


• Crafternoons
  Strafford Branch Library
  2 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades K-8.
  Stop by and make a new craft each week. Materials will be provided.


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Wednesday, April 19, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10 a.m. Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  • 10 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
  • 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  • 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room


• Family Game Night
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-5.
  Enjoy an evening of family fun with games and activities.


• David Harrison & Friends: Voices in the Night
  The Library Center auditorium
  7 p.m. for grade K-6.
  On warm spring nights, if we step outside we may hear a symphony of sounds -- whistles, whirs, clicks and cries. What makes these noises we hear in the night? Bestselling author David Harrison, delightful musician Judy Domeny and our friends from the Springfield Conservation Nature Center will explore these sounds and the creatures that make them. Kids will learn facts about local nocturnal animals, enjoy stories and poems and even get to make some night sounds themselves! Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Thursday, April 20, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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.

Friday, April 21, 2023

• Literacy Spot with a Librarian
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Drop by to play and chat with a librarian. We'll try a short literacy-building activity and recommend some of our favorite books.


• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  11:15 a.m. for infants-age 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.

Saturday, April 22, 2023

• Earth Day Guided Nature Walk
  Offsite Brookline Park, 2696 E Sawyer Road
  10:30 a.m. for families with kids in grades K-5.
  Celebrate Earth Day by joining a local naturalist and library staff for a guided nature walk through Brookline Park. Enjoy a walk through the woods while learning and discovering new things along the way, relax afterward by enjoying stories with library staff at the park pavilion. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.


• Potty Time
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  11 a.m. for 12 months-age 4.
  Is your big kid ready to use the potty? We'll help you celebrate this milestone with stories, songs, crafts and play!

Sunday, April 23, 2023

• Gamin' on a Sunday Afternoon
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  2 p.m.-4 p.m. for grade K and older.
  Drop in to play one of our new board games for kids and families! Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Monday, April 24, 2023

• Earth Day Party
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-5.
  Celebrate Earth Day with environmentally friendly activities and crafts. Materials will be provided.


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Tuesday, April 25, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  9:30 a.m. for infants-age 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.


• Stories in the Park
  Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion if it rains. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.


• Racing to Read Storytime
  Strafford Branch Library community room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10:30 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room


• Crafternoons
  Strafford Branch Library
  2 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades K-8.
  Stop by and make a new craft each week. Materials will be provided.


• Starlight Storytime
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library Children's Department
  6:30 p.m. for ages 2-6.
  Wind down the day with stories, songs and friends at the library. Pajamas, stuffies and cuddles welcome.


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Wednesday, April 26, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10 a.m. Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  • 10 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
  • 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  • 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room


• Reading PALS
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  3:30 p.m. for ages 3 and older.
  Practice your reading skills with one of our favorite furry friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks.
  Registration starts March 1.

Thursday, April 27, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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.

Friday, April 28, 2023

• Literacy Spot with a Librarian
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Drop by to play and chat with a librarian. We'll try a short literacy-building activity and recommend some of our favorite books.


• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  11:15 a.m. for infants-age 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.

Saturday, April 29, 2023

• Poetry Fun
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. for age 2-grade 2.
  Celebrate Poem In Your Pocket Day with games and activities.

Monday, May 1, 2023

• Stories Together
  The Library Center auditorium
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Join your favorite library staff and our friends from Springfield Public Schools Parents as Teachers for songs, stories and playtime. We'll have lots of fun, and families will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about their children’s development.


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Tuesday, May 2, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  9:30 a.m. for infants-age 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.


• Stories in the Park
  Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion if it rains. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.


• Racing to Read Storytime
  Strafford Branch Library community room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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.


• Little Flower Stretching
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  April showers bring May flowers and little flower stretching! Welcome the spring flowers with guided stretching and movement.


• Racing to Read Storytime
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10:30 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room


• Crafternoons
  Strafford Branch Library
  2 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades K-8.
  Stop by and make a new craft each week. Materials will be provided.


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Wednesday, May 3, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10 a.m. Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  • 10 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
  • 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  • 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room


• Family Game Night
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-5.
  Enjoy an evening of family fun with games and activities.

Thursday, May 4, 2023

• The Great Storybook Adventure
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Our favorite storybook characters are running loose in the library! We'll share a fun book at the first storytime of each month, then join us anytime that month in the Children's Department to search for those beloved characters.
  All Together Now! Learn about our 2023 Summer Reading theme as we enjoy "The Kindness Book" by Todd Parr.


• Racing to Read Storytime
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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.


• Star Wars Spectacular
  Fair Grove Branch Library
  3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. for grade K-4.
  "May the fourth be with you" as you celebrate your favorite fandom with themed crafts, games and books.


• Stupendous Games n' Reads
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 3-6.
  Stop by and have a blast playing new-to-you or familiar board and card games while meeting friends and getting great tips on the most popular graphic novels, comics and award books in our collection.


• Reading Pals
  Republic Branch Library community room
  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.
  Registration starts April 13; call 417-732-7284.

Friday, May 5, 2023

• Literacy Spot with a Librarian
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Drop by to play and chat with a librarian. We'll try a short literacy-building activity and recommend some of our favorite books.


• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  11:15 a.m. for infants-age 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.


• Stuffed Animal Sleepover
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for age 2-grade 2.
  Your stuffed animals are invited to a special sleepover! Enjoy stories and playtime, then leave your stuffed friend for a sleepover at the Library. Return from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday morning to pick up your stuffed friend, see pictures of their antics and hear all about their sleepover adventure.

Saturday, May 6, 2023

• Growing a Butterfly Garden
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library
  2 p.m.-3:30 p.m. for grade K and older.
  Learn to plant a butterfly garden with seeds from our Heirloom Seed Library. Library staff member and butterfly enthusiast Ashley Fillmer will share how she began gardening to support butterflies. Take home a craft and some seeds to keep you inspired.


• Free Comic Book Day
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  2 p.m.-4 p.m. for grades K-12.
  Celebrate Comic Book Day with comic book and manga-related activities.

Monday, May 8, 2023

• Mommies & Muffins
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Celebrate Mother’s Day with a tea party, including muffins and a card crafting station. Refreshments and materials will be provided.


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Tuesday, May 9, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  9:30 a.m. for infants-age 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.


• Stories in the Park
  Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion if it rains. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.


• Racing to Read Storytime
  Strafford Branch Library community room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10:30 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room


• Crafternoons
  Strafford Branch Library
  2 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades K-8.
  Stop by and make a new craft each week. Materials will be provided.


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10 a.m. Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  • 10 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
  • 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  • 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room


• Giant Twister
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grade K-5.
  Stretch your limbs in a giant game of Twister. Many can compete, but only one will remain standing!

Thursday, May 11, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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.


• STEAM Explorers: Homeschool Thursday
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  2 p.m. for ages 6-12.
  Use science, technology, engineering, art and math to solve exciting challenges! Play activities will be available in the room for siblings age 5 and under. Teens ages 13-17 are welcome to come and learn alongside their younger siblings. Materials will be provided; seating is limited.
  Water Chemistry! Brooke Widmar from James River Basin Partnership will help us explore the chemistry of water and test water samples.
  Registration starts May 4; call 417-616-0673.


• Bricks and Books Club
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for grades 3-6.
  Love books and LEGO bricks? We've got a club for you! Each month we'll read a book, chat about it and build something related to the book of the month.
  "The Bad Guys" by Aaron Blabey. We'll talk about the Bad Guys book series and create gadgets and cars to help the bad guys become good guys.

Friday, May 12, 2023

• Literacy Spot with a Librarian
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Drop by to play and chat with a librarian. We'll try a short literacy-building activity and recommend some of our favorite books.


• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  11:15 a.m. for infants-age 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.

Saturday, May 13, 2023

• STEAM Explorers
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  2 p.m. for ages 6-12.
  Use science, technology, engineering, art and math to solve exciting challenges! Play activities will be available in the room for siblings age 5 and under. Teens ages 13-17 are welcome to come and learn alongside their younger siblings. Materials will be provided; no registration required.
  Water Chemistry! Brooke Widmar from James River Basin Partnership will help us explore the chemistry of water and test water samples.

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

• Stories in the Park
  Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion if it rains. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.


• Racing to Read Storytime
  Strafford Branch Library community room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room


• Crafternoons
  Strafford Branch Library
  2 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades K-8.
  Stop by and make a new craft each week. Materials will be provided.


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10 a.m. Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  • 10 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
  • 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  • 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room


• Family Game Night
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-5.
  Enjoy an evening of family fun with games and activities.

Thursday, May 18, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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.

Friday, May 19, 2023

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  11:15 a.m. for infants-age 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.


• Minecraft IRL
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  6 p.m. for grades 1-6.
  Play Minecraft IRL – In Real Life – with crafts, games and other activities.

Saturday, May 20, 2023

• Flower Shower
  The Library Center auditorium
  10 a.m.-noon for ages 2-grade 3.
  Participate in themed activities, decorate a small flower pot and learn about the best spring flowers that require minimal maintenance for the family.

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

• Stories in the Park
  Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion if it rains. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.


• Racing to Read Storytime
  Strafford Branch Library community room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room


• Crafternoons
  Strafford Branch Library
  2 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades K-8.
  Stop by and make a new craft each week. Materials will be provided.


• LEGO Block Challenge
  Willard Branch Library community room
  3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. for grades K-5.
  Each team draws a challenge card and then creates their LEGO block masterpiece!


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Wednesday, May 24, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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.
  • Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  • Republic Branch Library community room


• Pajama Storytime and Stuffed Animals Sleepover
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Wear your favorite pajamas for a cozy storytime. Bring your favorite stuffed animal and they’ll stay at the library for a stuffed animal sleepover. We’ll take tons of pictures so you can see what your cuddly friend was up to when you pick them up anytime the next day!


• Racing to Read Storytime
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  • 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room

Thursday, May 25, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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.

Friday, May 26, 2023

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  11:15 a.m. for infants-age 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.

Tuesday, May 30, 2023

• Stories in the Park
  Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion if it rains. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.


• Racing to Read Storytime
  Strafford Branch Library community room
  10 a.m. for infants-age 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  10 a.m. for infants-36 months.
  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
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room


• Crafternoons
  Strafford Branch Library
  2 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades K-8.
  Stop by and make a new craft each week. Materials will be provided.


• Starlight Storytime
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library Children's Department
  6:30 p.m. for ages 2-6.
  Wind down the day with stories, songs and friends at the library. Pajamas, stuffies and cuddles welcome.


• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 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.

Wednesday, May 31, 2023

• Racing to Read Storytime
  For infants-age 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.
  • 10 a.m. Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  • 10 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
  • 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  • 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room


• Family Game Night
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-5.
  Enjoy an evening of family fun with games and activities.

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