Daniel Tiger Birthday Party The Library Station 10 a.m.-noon for all ages. Join the party with our friends from Ozarks Public Television! Stop in the lobby, where you'll receive a goody bag and party hat. Then take part in party activities throughout the branch including crafts, games, stories, a Daniel Tiger scavenger hunt and a photo op with the birthday boy himself, Daniel Tiger!
Socktober Storytime Park Central Branch Library 10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6. It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library.
Racing to Read Storytime Park Central Branch Library 10:30 a.m. for ages 3-6. 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.
Monday, October 3, 2022
Stories Together Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room 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. Come play with us!
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, October 4, 2022
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 in case of rain. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.
Socktober Storytime Strafford Branch Library community room 10 a.m. for infants-age 6. It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library.
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.
Socktober Storytime Willard Branch Library community room 10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6. It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library.
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
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, October 5, 2022
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
Socktober Storytime Fair Grove Branch Library community room 11 a.m. for infants-age 6. It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library.
Racing to Read Storytime Fair Grove Branch Library community room 11 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.
Thursday, October 6, 2022
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.
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 September 22; call 417-732-7284.
Friday, October 7, 2022
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.
"Leaves" StoryWalk® Offsite Ash Grove City Park, 300 W. Parkway St. 10:30 a.m.-noon for infants-age 6. Enjoy the changing colors of autumn with a stroll through our "Leaves" StoryWalk® and go on a leaf hunt with Library staff. The StoryWalk® will be available at Ash Grove City Park from October 4-17. StoryWalks® are a fun way for families to enjoy the outdoors while reading the pages of a book posted along a short walking path.
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, October 8, 2022
Librarykins Playgroup Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room 11 a.m. for kids ages 3-7 and their caregivers. 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; feel free to bring a snack or lunch.
STEAM Explorers The Library Station Story Hour Room 2 p.m. for grades 1-5. Enjoy scientific exploration, exciting challenges and educational play with science, technology, engineering, art and math! Materials will be provided. Spooky STEAM! These hands-on activities are creepy and fun.
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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 in case of rain. 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
Get Slimed! Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. for grades K-5. Become a slime master chef with slime mixes, including edible slime, at our recipe stations and choose which one you like the best. Fill a plastic egg and take home your very own slime surprise! 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, October 12, 2022
Socktober Storytime Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room 10 a.m. for infants-age 6. It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library.
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
Socktober Storytime Ash Grove Branch Library community room 10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6. It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library.
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, October 13, 2022
Socktober Storytime Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department 10 a.m. for infants-age 6. It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library.
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.
Art After School Fair Grove Branch Library 3 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades K-4. Drop in to learn about a new artist each month and create a project in that artist's style. Materials will be provided.
Bricks and Books Club The Library Center Story Hour Room 6:30 p.m. for grades 3-5. Love books? Love LEGOs? 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. "A Wish in the Dark" Chat about by Christina Soontornvat and build boats.
Friday, October 14, 2022
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, October 15, 2022
Guided Nature Walks Offsite Brookline Park, 2696 E Sawyer Road 10:30 a.m. for families with kids in grades K-5. Join local naturalists and library staff for guided nature walks through Brookline Park. Each session, 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's pavilion. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department. Wonderful Plants & Wildflowers. Registration starts September 24; call 417-732-7284.
Racing to Read Storytime Park Central Branch Library 10:30 a.m. for ages 3-6. 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 Around the Globe The Library Station Story Hour Room 11 a.m. for age 3-grade 2. Enjoy stories, songs and fun hands-on activities celebrating people around the world! Experience other cultures during the Mini Tour of the Globe on Friday, October 21, for all ages.
What's Popping in the Heirloom Seed Garden Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room 1 p.m.-3 p.m. for families with children of all ages. It's a popcorn party! Enjoy delicious, easy-to-make popcorn recipes while Springfield Community Gardens shares information on how to grow beautiful Glass Gem popcorn. A Seeding a Healthy Life event.
Monday, October 17, 2022
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. Come play with us!
Socktober Storytime The Library Center Story Hour Room 6:30 p.m. for infants-age 6. It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library.
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, October 18, 2022
Socktober Storytime The Library Center Story Hour Room 9:30 a.m. for infants-age 6. It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library.
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 in case of rain. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.
Socktober Storytime Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic 10 a.m. for infants-age 6. It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library.
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.
Socktober Storytime The Library Center Story Hour Room 10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6. It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library.
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
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, October 19, 2022
Socktober Storytime Republic Branch Library community room 10 a.m. for infants-age 6. It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library.
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, October 20, 2022
Library Playdate Strafford Branch Library 10 a.m.-noon for infants-age 6. Come to the library for a playdate! We'll have fun activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Drop in for fun and get to know other families.
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, October 21, 2022
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.
Pumpkin Painting Willard Branch Library community room 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. for grades 3-6. Celebrate our sock drive by wearing your crazy socks while we enjoy a spooky story and paint pumpkins. Materials will be provided. Registration starts October 14; call 417-742-4258.
Saturday, October 22, 2022
Spooky Terrariums The Library Center Story Hour Room 2 p.m. for grades 3-6 . Create your own spooky-themed terrarium. Materials will be provided. Registration starts October 7; call 417-616-0526.
Monday, October 24, 2022
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. Come play with us!
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, October 25, 2022
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 in case of rain. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.
Monster Mash Storytime Strafford Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6. We'll have a frightfully good time with not-so-scary stories, a craft and a candy hunt. Costumes welcome!
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.
Halloween Storytime Willard Branch Library community room 10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6. Dress up in your Halloween costume for stories around the "campfire."
Racing to Read Storytime 10:30 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.
The Library Center Story Hour Room
Willard Branch Library community room
Socktober Storytime The Library Station Story Hour Room 11:15 a.m. for infants-age 6. It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library.
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.
Starlight Storytime Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room 6:30 p.m. for infants-age 6. Wind down the day with stories, songs and friends at the library. Scaredy Cat Stories.
Socktober Storytime The Library Station Story Hour Room 6:30 p.m. for infants-age 6. It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library.
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, October 26, 2022
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
Halloween Storytime Ash Grove Branch Library community room 10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6. Celebrate Halloween at the library with spooky stories and activities. Costumes welcome!
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
Reading Pals Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room 3:30 p.m. for all ages. Practice your reading and get some puppy love! Thanks to the dog families from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks for bringing their certified therapy dogs to support readers of all ages. Registration starts October 12; call 417-616-0703.
Thursday, October 27, 2022
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, October 28, 2022
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.
Socktober Storytime The Library Station Story Hour Room 11:15 a.m. for infants-age 6. It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library.
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.
Night at the Haunted Library Midtown Carnegie Branch Library 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. for families with children of all ages. Enjoy a spooktacular night of after-hours fun with creepy games, scary stories, crafts, treats and punch. Families welcome; all youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Saturday, October 29, 2022
Monster Mash Costume Parade The Library Station Children's Department 11 a.m. for all ages. Show off your costume at our annual parade! We'll meet in the Children's Department for not-so-scary stories, then parade through the library and collect treats.
Sunday, October 30, 2022
STEAM Explorers The Library Center Story Hour Room 1:30 p.m. for grades K-2. Enjoy a story and explore related STEAM activities. Registration starts October 11; call 417-616-0526.
STEAM Explorers The Library Center Story Hour Room 3 p.m. for grades 3-5. Enjoy a story and explore related STEAM activities. Registration starts October 11; call 417-616-0526.
Monday, October 31, 2022
Halloween Storytime The Library Center auditorium For infants-age 6. Join us for a silly and not-so-spooky storytime followed by a costume parade around the library.
9:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
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, November 1, 2022
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
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, November 2, 2022
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, November 3, 2022
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.
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 October 20; call 417-732-7284.
Friday, November 4, 2022
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, November 5, 2022
Guided Nature Walks Offsite Brookline Park, 2696 E Sawyer Road 10:30 a.m. for families with kids in grades K-5. Join local naturalists and library staff for guided nature walks through Brookline Park. Each session, 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's pavilion. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department. Winter Wildlife. Registration starts October 15; call 417-732-7284.
Racing to Read Storytime Park Central Branch Library 10:30 a.m. for ages 3-6. 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.
Monday, November 7, 2022
Stories Together Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room 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. Come play with us!
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, November 8, 2022
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.
Be a Reader-saurus! Strafford Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6. We'll roar, stomp and chomp our way through some good books about our prehistoric pals, then try to spot all the hidden dinosaurs in the library.
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.
Republic Branch Library community room
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
Dinovember Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. for grades K-5. Travel back in time as you learn all about some of our prehistoric pals and channel your inner paleontologist with games, crafts and a dino dig.
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, November 9, 2022
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, November 10, 2022
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.
Art After School Fair Grove Branch Library 3 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades K-4. Drop in to learn about a new artist each month and create a project in that artist's style. Materials will be provided.
Bricks and Books Club The Library Center Story Hour Room 6:30 p.m. for grades 3-5. Love books? Love LEGOs? 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. Talk about "Winterborne Home for Vengeance and Valor" by Ally Carter and build our own versions of Winterborne Manor.
Saturday, November 12, 2022
Librarykins Playgroup Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room 11 a.m. for kids ages 3-7 and their caregivers. 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; feel free to bring a snack or lunch.
Dinosaur Playdate The Library Station Story Hour Room 11 a.m. for infants-age 6. Kids and their adults can have fun and socialize at our dinosaur-themed playdate filled with unstructured science, art and play-based activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers!
STEAM Explorers The Library Station Story Hour Room 2 p.m. for grades 1-5. Enjoy scientific exploration, exciting challenges and educational play with science, technology, engineering, art and math! Materials will be provided. Dinosaur Day: Dig into dinosaur exploration with a variety of hands-on activities.
Monday, November 14, 2022
Handprint Turkeys Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for families with kids of all ages. Trace and decorate your handprint turkey, then let the Glowforge Laser Engraver transform it into a wooden keepsake to decorate your Thanksgiving table. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration starts October 31; call 417-837-5011.
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. Come play with us!
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, November 15, 2022
Handprint Turkeys Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for families with kids of all ages. Trace and decorate your handprint turkey, then let the Glowforge Laser Engraver transform it into a wooden keepsake to decorate your Thanksgiving table. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration starts October 31; call 417-837-5011.
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
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, November 16, 2022
Handprint Turkeys Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for families with kids of all ages. Trace and decorate your handprint turkey, then let the Glowforge Laser Engraver transform it into a wooden keepsake to decorate your Thanksgiving table. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration starts October 31; call 417-837-5011.
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, November 17, 2022
Handprint Turkeys Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for families with kids of all ages. Trace and decorate your handprint turkey, then let the Glowforge Laser Engraver transform it into a wooden keepsake to decorate your Thanksgiving table. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration starts October 31; call 417-837-5011.
Library Playdate Strafford Branch Library 10 a.m.-noon for infants-age 6. Come to the library for a playdate! We'll have fun activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Drop in for fun and get to know other families.
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, November 18, 2022
Handprint Turkeys Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for families with kids of all ages. Trace and decorate your handprint turkey, then let the Glowforge Laser Engraver transform it into a wooden keepsake to decorate your Thanksgiving table. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration starts October 31; call 417-837-5011.
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, November 19, 2022
Handprint Turkeys Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for families with kids of all ages. Trace and decorate your handprint turkey, then let the Glowforge Laser Engraver transform it into a wooden keepsake to decorate your Thanksgiving table. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration starts October 31; call 417-837-5011.
Game Day at Your Library The Library Center Story Hour Room 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for grades K-6 and families. Drop by to learn a new tabletop board game or play an old favorite.
Racing to Read Storytime Park Central Branch Library 10:30 a.m. for ages 3-6. 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.
Monday, November 21, 2022
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, November 22, 2022
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.
Thanksgiving Storytime Willard Branch Library community room 10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6. Celebrate Thanksgiving with stories and painting turkeys with a fork! 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. 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
Starlight Storytime Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room 6:30 p.m. for infants-age 6. Wind down the day with stories, songs and friends at the library. Pajama Party Stories.
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, November 23, 2022
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
Thanksgiving Storytime Ash Grove Branch Library community room 10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6. We'll prepare ourselves for Thanksgiving with themed stories and activities.
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
Friday, November 25, 2022
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.
Sunday, November 27, 2022
STEAM Explorers The Library Center Story Hour Room 1:30 p.m. for grades K-2. Enjoy a story and explore related STEAM activities. Registration starts November 14; call 417-616-0526.
STEAM Explorers The Library Center Story Hour Room 3 p.m. for grades 3-5. Enjoy a story and explore related STEAM activities. Registration starts November 14; call 417-616-0526.
Monday, November 28, 2022
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, November 29, 2022
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
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, November 30, 2022
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 all ages. Practice your reading and get some puppy love! Thanks to the dog families from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks for bringing their certified therapy dogs to support readers of all ages. Registration starts November 16; call 417-616-0703.