The Library

Tuesday, June 19, 2018

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:15 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  10:15 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
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  11:15 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.
• Teen Tuesdays
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  6-8 p.m. for grades 9-12
  If it’s Tuesday night, there's something going on at the Library Center for teens! Rockin' Teen Art Night! Paint rocks that you can keep, hide around town for others to find or contribute to our July Springfield Rocks! display. Materials will be provided.

Wednesday, June 20, 2018

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:15 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.
• Exploring Genealogy
  Library Center in the auditorium
  10 a.m. for adults
  Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society. Google for Genealogists. Ozarks Genealogical Society member John Carter will talk about customizing searches to find our ancestors and other Google applications for family research .
• Edge Mobile Class: Microsoft Office Basics
  Library Center in the Harrison Room
  10 a.m.-noon for adults
  Learn the basics of Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote. Use Word to write, edit and format documents. Learn how to use Excel spreadsheets to organize data and perform calculations. Create and customize a PowerPoint slideshow. Use OneNote to create searchable, digital notebooks with text, pictures and screen captures. Prerequisites: Experience using keyboard and mouse. Registration starts May 1; call 417-883-5341.
• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  10:15 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
  Library Center in the 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.
• Edge Mobile Class: Learn It! Self-Paced Tutorials
  Library Center in the Harrison Room
  1-3 p.m. for adults
  You can choose what you want to learn and go at your own speed with our self-paced tutorials. We provide the computer and you select from a wide variety of lessons designed specifically for individual learning. Topics include basic skills, Windows 10, Microsoft Office, Quickbooks, Gmail, Photoshop and more. Both interactive and video tutorials are available to fit your learning style. We also offer computer-instructed keyboarding lessons to help you learn to type or improve your typing skills. Prerequisites: Some experience using keyboard and mouse. Registration starts May 1; call 417-883-5341.

Thursday, June 21, 2018

• The Ozarks' Greatest Hits
  Library Center in the auditorium
  7 p.m. for adults
  Recordings and radio in the post-1900 era helped create a music industry in the Ozarks. Wayne Glenn, historian and local radio personality for more than 40 years, will trace the changes in the Ozarks music scene--from the pre-Civil War era, to the "Ozark Jubilee," to the Ozark Mountain Daredevils.

Saturday, June 23, 2018

• Rock Painting Crafternoon
  Library Center in the auditorium
  1-4 p.m. for all ages
  We all know libraries "rock" so let's celebrate with our partner Springfield Rocks as we paint rocks that you can keep, hide around town for others to find or contribute to our July rock display in the Library Center concourse. Materials will be provided. Registration starts June 1; call 417-883-5341.
• Artist Reception for Amy Beth Rice
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  6-8 p.m. for adults
  Meet Memphis-based artist Amy Beth Rice and visit with her about her work on display at the Library Center in June and July.

Monday, June 25, 2018

• Racing to Read Book Babies Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:30 a.m. for infants-12 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.

Tuesday, June 26, 2018

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:15 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  10:15 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
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  11:15 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.
• Movies for Grown-ups
  Library Center in the auditorium
  6:30-8:30 p.m. for adults
  Join AARP for standout films with unique appeal to movie lovers with a grown-up state of mind. Light refreshments provided. "The Hundred-Foot Journey," rated PG.

Wednesday, June 27, 2018

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:15 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  10:15 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
  Library Center in the 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.
• Chess Club
  Library Center in the meeting room A
  6-8 p.m. for adults
  Whether you're just getting started or an experienced player, you'll have fun and improve your skills playing with other chess enthusiasts. Members of the Springfield-Greene County Park Board Chess Club will be there to share their expertise.

Saturday, June 30, 2018

• Harry Potter Trivia
  Library Center in the auditorium
  1-3 p.m. for all ages
  Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the U.S. release of "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" by showing off your Harry Potter expertise as you compete in teams of 2-4 for your chance to win the house cup. Registration starts June 4; call 417-616-0526.

Monday, July 2, 2018

• Racing to Read Book Babies Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:30 a.m. for infants-12 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.

Tuesday, July 3, 2018

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:15 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  10:15 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
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  11:15 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.

Friday, July 6, 2018

• Family Movie Night at the Library
  Library Center in the auditorium
  6:30-8:30 p.m. for all ages
  Join us each month to watch a movie on our big screen and do an activity. Materials will be provided. "My Little Pony: The Movie," rated PG. Create pony-themed crafts .

Sunday, July 8, 2018

• Second Sunday Concert Series
  Library Center in the auditorium
  2-3:30 p.m. for adults
  Sponsored by Friends of the Library. Blue Train, a contemporary bluegrass band with members from Springfield, Marshfield, Forsyth and Branson, blends vocal and instrumental talents with a unique selection of material for your entertainment.

Monday, July 9, 2018

• Racing to Read Book Babies Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:30 a.m. for infants-12 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.

Tuesday, July 10, 2018

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:15 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  10:15 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
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  11:15 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.
• Teen Tuesdays
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  6-8 p.m. for grades 9-12
  If it’s Tuesday night, there's something going on at the Library Center for teens! Library Squad. Chat about your favorite books and movies and play games with friends. Earn volunteer credit by helping to plan library events that you want to attend.
• History Explorers Presents: Explorer Henry Schoolcraft
  Library Center in the auditorium
  7 p.m. for all ages
  200 years ago, explorer Henry Schoolcraft traveled through Missouri--going from Potosi to Springfield, and down the White River into Arkansas--to survey the area’s geography, geology and mineralogy. Learn how Schoolcraft’s discoveries promoted further development of lead mining in Missouri, making us the leading lead producer in the nation. Presented in partnership with the Sons of the American Revolution.

Wednesday, July 11, 2018

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:15 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  10:15 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
  Library Center in the 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.
• "News of the World" by Paulette Jiles
  Library Center in the meeting room B
  1-2:30 p.m. for adults
  
• Chess Club
  Library Center in the meeting room A
  6-8 p.m. for adults
  Whether you're just getting started or an experienced player, you'll have fun and improve your skills playing with other chess enthusiasts. Members of the Springfield-Greene County Park Board Chess Club will be there to share their expertise.

Thursday, July 12, 2018

• Racing to Read Playtime: Art Playtime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  10 a.m.-noon for 18 months-age 6
  Learning begins at birth, and playing is how young children learn. Join us for a playdate filled with unstructured, developmentally appropriate activities for toddlers and preschoolers. Kids and parents can visit, play and socialize. You’ll find fun activities you can recreate at home and enjoy some of our special toys. Dress to get messy as we create art.

Friday, July 13, 2018

• Millennial's TGIF
  Library Center in the auditorium
  7-8:30 p.m. for adults 18 and older
  Looking for some nostalgia? Celebrate the good old days as we journey back to the 80s, 90s and early 2000s. 80s TV Shows. Celebrate "Voltron: Defender of the Universe" with a special concert by fandom band The Shake Ups! 80s costumes welcome.. Registration starts June 22; call 417-883-5341.

Saturday, July 14, 2018

• Christian the Magician
  Library Center in the auditorium
  10:30 a.m. for grades K-5
  Join Christian the Magician for a show full of audience participation and magical surprises. Don't miss this chance to see a kid from the audience float in mid-air and other tricks from the resident magician of the St. Louis City Museum.

Sunday, July 15, 2018

• Build Your Favorite with LEGO Bricks
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  1-4 p.m. for age 4-grade 5
  Build a LEGO brick creation based on your favorite book or song, or get some inspiration with our display of books and music.

Monday, July 16, 2018

• Racing to Read Book Babies Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:30 a.m. for infants-12 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.
• "Quantrill's Raiders," Watch not rated
  Library Center in the auditorium
  7 p.m. for adults
  

Tuesday, July 17, 2018

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:15 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  10:15 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
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  11:15 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.
• Babaloo
  Library Center in the auditorium
  6:30 p.m. for preschool-grade 4
  Babaloo is a one-man musical comedy act for kids. His show is fun, fast-paced and packed full of audience participation. You'll witness hilarious original tunes, flying bean bags, billions of bubbles and five-gallon bucket beating, not to mention a sky full of flying toilet paper. Get ready to laugh, sing, dance and make big noise with the award-winning Babaloo.

Wednesday, July 18, 2018

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:15 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.
• Exploring Genealogy
  Library Center in the auditorium
  10 a.m. for adults
  Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society. The History of Jewish Women in Springfield and Greene County. Mara Cohen Ioannides, professor of English at Missouri State University, is the co-director of "Telling Traditions," an oral history and documentary of Jewish women in the Ozarks and author of several books related to Jewish families.
• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  10:15 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
  Library Center in the 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.

Thursday, July 19, 2018

• Club Awesome!
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  6-7:30 p.m. for grades 4-8
  Join us every month for activities just for 'tweens! Materials will be provided. Are you stuck in your writing? Bring in a draft of your work to get inspiration, feedback and support from fellow writers.
• Ozarks Travelogues
  Library Center in the auditorium
  7 p.m. for adults
  Bring a snack and learn about fun, interesting day and weekend trips in the Ozarks. Birding, Hiking, History and More: The Drury-Mincy Wildlife Conservation Area southeast of Branson, covering 5,599 acres, offers opportunities for bird watching, hiking and visiting historical sites. Greater Ozarks Audubon Society President Janice Greene will take you up Bear Mountain and along Bee Creek to share everything the conservation area has to offer.

Monday, July 23, 2018

• Racing to Read Book Babies Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:30 a.m. for infants-12 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.

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:15 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  10:15 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
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  11:15 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.
• Rockin' Magic
  Library Center in the auditorium
  6:30 p.m. for preschool-grade 4
  Tommy Terrific's Wacky Magic features magic and laughs, with a nod to the top artists from the Golden Age of rock 'n' roll. Elvis, Chuck Berry, Little Richard and others will be featured in this fun-filled, music-themed magic show, leaving you inspired to explore the Library to learn more about these rock 'n' roll pioneers!

Wednesday, July 25, 2018

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:15 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  10:15 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
  Library Center in the 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.
• Chess Club
  Library Center in the meeting room A
  6-8 p.m. for adults
  Whether you're just getting started or an experienced player, you'll have fun and improve your skills playing with other chess enthusiasts. Members of the Springfield-Greene County Park Board Chess Club will be there to share their expertise.
• Learning to See
  Library Center in the auditorium
  6 p.m. for adults
  Memphis-based artist, muralist and educator Amy Beth Rice will discuss her personal work which centers on themes of identity, truth and perceiving yourself and your reality accurately. Her work, on display at the Library Center, consists of portraiture, imaginative scenes and animals in the pop surrealism style, with a unifying color palette and lots of movement in the brushstrokes and composition.

Thursday, July 26, 2018

• On Tour: Great Concerts in the Ozarks
  Library Center in the auditorium
  7 p.m. for adults
  For decades, artists across the musical spectrum have entertained audiences throughout the Ozarks. From Hammons Student Center to Branson, Local History Associate Michael Price will discuss some of the Ozarks most memorable performances.

Saturday, July 28, 2018

• Harry Potter Challenge
  Library Center in the auditorium
  10 a.m.-1 p.m. for grades 3-6
  If you’re a problem solver and Harry Potter fan, join the challenge to solve five of the seven challenges presented to Harry Potter and friends in "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone." Registration starts July 9; call 417-616-0526.
• Harry Potter Challenge
  Library Center in the auditorium
  2-5 p.m. for grades 7-9
  If you’re a problem solver and Harry Potter fan, join the quest to solve five of the seven challenges presented to Harry and friends in "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone." Registration starts July 9; call 417-616-0526.

Monday, July 30, 2018

• Racing to Read Book Babies Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:30 a.m. for infants-12 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.

Tuesday, July 31, 2018

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:15 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  10:15 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
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  11:15 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.
• Teen Tuesdays
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  6-8 p.m. for grades 9-12
  If it’s Tuesday night, there's something going on at the Library Center for teens! Get It Write. Are you stuck in your writing? Bring in a draft of your work to get inspiration, feedback and support from fellow writers.

Wednesday, August 1, 2018

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:15 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.
• Edge Mobile Class: Meet the Computer
  Library Center in the Harrison Room
  10 a.m.-noon for adults
  Learn the basics of computers including using a mouse and a keyboard. Understand the difference between left clicking and right clicking. Learn to open programs and files. Use the mouse to double-click, scroll and click and drag. This class is for beginners. Prerequisites: None. Registration starts July 1; call 417-883-5341.
• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  10:15 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
  Library Center in the 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.
• Edge Mobile Class: Learn It! Self-Paced Tutorials
  Library Center in the Harrison Room
  1-3 p.m. for adults
  You can choose what you want to learn and go at your own speed with our self-paced tutorials. We provide the computer and you select from a wide variety of lessons designed specifically for individual learning. Topics include Basic Skills, Windows 10, Microsoft Office, Quickbooks, Gmail, Photoshop and more. Both interactive and video tutorials are available to fit your learning style. We also offer computer-instructed keyboarding lessons to help you learn to type or improve your typing skills. Registration starts July 1; call 417-883-5341.

Friday, August 3, 2018

• Family Movie Night at the Library
  Library Center in the auditorium
  6:30-8:30 p.m. for all ages
  Join us each month to watch a movie on our big screen and do an activity. Materials will be provided. Tap your heels and travel down the Yellow Brick Road at “The Wizard of Oz” Party, rated G.

Sunday, August 5, 2018

• First Sunday Concert with the Bob Holden Jazz Ensemble
  Library Center in the auditorium
  2-3:30 p.m. for all ages
  The Bob Holden Jazz Ensemble will perform big band arrangements from the 40s-90s. The band features players ages 15-77, allowing young musicians the chance to learn jazz styles and perform with professionals and other experienced musicians. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.

Monday, August 6, 2018

• Racing to Read Book Babies Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:30 a.m. for infants-12 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.
• Exploring Genealogy
  Library Center in the meeting rooms A and B
  7 p.m. for adults
  Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society. The Nathan Boone Homestead in Ash Grove preserves 181 years of frontier history. Join Facility Manager Mike Busekrus as he walks you through the Boones' history in Greene County, explores the mysteries of the homestead and introduces you to the people who have called this place home through the years.
• Tonks & the Aurors and Friends
  Library Center in the auditorium
  7-9 p.m. for grades 6-12
  Rock out at the Library Center with wizard rockers Tonks & the Aurors! Front woman Steph Anderson and bandmates have toured the U.S. and Europe, playing music about Harry Potter since 2007. With four full-length albums and an EP, they continue to bridge music, book and nerd culture!

Tuesday, August 7, 2018

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:15 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  10:15 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
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  11:15 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.
• Teen Tuesdays
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  6-8 p.m. for grades 9-12
  If it’s Tuesday night, there's something going on at the Library Center for teens! Library Squad. Chat about your favorite books and movies and play games with friends. Earn volunteer credit by helping to plan library events that you want to attend.

Wednesday, August 8, 2018

• Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  9:15 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 Tiny Tots Storytime
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  10:15 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
  Library Center in the 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.
• "Lab Girl" by Hope Jahren
  Library Center in the meeting room B
  1-2:30 p.m. for adults
  
• Chess Club
  Library Center in the meeting room A
  6-8 p.m. for adults
  Whether you're just getting started or an experienced player, you'll have fun and improve your skills playing with other chess enthusiasts. Members of the Springfield-Greene County Park Board Chess Club will be there to share their expertise.

Friday, August 10, 2018

• Millennial's TGIF
  Library Center in the auditorium
  6-8 p.m. for adults 18 and older
  Looking for some nostalgia? Celebrate the good old days as we journey back to the 80s, 90s and early 2000s. Disney Night. Discuss all things Disney with other fans, sing Disney karaoke, relax with adult coloring and more . Registration starts July 20; call 417-883-5341.

Saturday, August 11, 2018

• Sock Hop
  Library Center in the auditorium
  6:30 p.m. for all ages
  Celebrate the end of summer as we dance to some oldies! We'll listen to stories about music and dancing, then get wiggly and shake our sillies out with musical instruments and awesome dance moves.

Sunday, August 12, 2018

• Build Your Favorite with LEGO Bricks
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  1-4 p.m. for age 4-grade 5
  Build a LEGO brick creation based on your favorite book or song, or get some inspiration with our display of books and music.
• Second Sunday Concert Series
  Library Center in the auditorium
  2-3:30 p.m. for adults
  Sponsored by Friends of the Library. The five-member band Bluefield plays bluegrass and grassed-up rock that will appeal to music lovers of all ages.

Wednesday, August 15, 2018

• Exploring Genealogy
  Library Center in the auditorium
  10 a.m. for adults
  Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society. Native American Research. Jami Lewis, archivist at the State Historical Society of Missouri, will continue her January discussion on researching Native American ancestors, including the Cherokee Nation, the Osage and archaeological information about Delaware Town.
• Edge Mobile Class: Internet Basics
  Library Center in the Harrison Room
  10 a.m.-noon for adults
  Learn how to navigate the Internet using your browser's menus and toolbars. Access websites by typing in a Web address or using search engines. Learn how to change your home page and add a website to your favorites. Prerequisites: Experience using keyboard and mouse. Registration starts July 1; call 417-883-5341.
• Edge Mobile Class: Learn It! Self-Paced Tutorials
  Library Center in the Harrison Room
  1-3 p.m. for adults
  You can choose what you want to learn and go at your own speed with our self-paced tutorials. We provide the computer and you select from a wide variety of lessons designed specifically for individual learning. Topics include Basic Skills, Windows 10, Microsoft Office, Quickbooks, Gmail, Photoshop and more. Both interactive and video tutorials are available to fit your learning style. We also offer computer-instructed keyboarding lessons to help you learn to type or improve your typing skills. Registration starts July 1; call 417-883-5341.

Thursday, August 16, 2018

• Ozarks Travelogues
  Library Center in the auditorium
  7 p.m. for adults
  Bring a snack and learn about fun, interesting day and weekend trips in the Ozarks. Ozark Mushrooms: The Good, the Bad and the Beautiful. Taken near Bull Creek and Valley Water Mill Park, Dr. Mark Bower's photographs capture the edible, parasitic and magnificent fungi of the Ozarks. Enjoy a slideshow of his work as you learn what to look for and what to look out for from this member of the Missouri Mycological Society.

Saturday, August 18, 2018

• 4th Annual LibraryCon
  Library Center
  10 a.m.-5 p.m. for all ages
  Geek out with fellow fans and cosplayers! The day will include a Geeky Storytime, Draw-alongs with illustrators, a Comic Illustrators and Authors Panel, Tabletop Gaming Panel and Tabletop Gaming Demo Room, Getting Started in Cosplay and more. Family-friendly cosplay is welcome. Watch the website thelibrary.org/librarycon for a complete schedule of events and special guests that you won't want to miss!

Tuesday, August 21, 2018

• Teen Tuesdays
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  6-8 p.m. for grades 9-12
  If it’s Tuesday night, there's something going on at the Library Center for teens! De-Stress Session. Take a break from school to unwind while you sing your favorite Disney songs with Disney Karaoke, make your own slime and design calming bottles to help you through the school year. Materials will be provided.
• Movies for Grown-ups
  Library Center in the auditorium
  6:30-8:30 p.m. for adults
  Join AARP for standout films with unique appeal to movie lovers with a grown-up state of mind. Light refreshments provided. "Florence Foster Jenkins," rated PG-13.

Wednesday, August 22, 2018

• Chess Club
  Library Center in the meeting room A
  6-8 p.m. for adults
  Whether you're just getting started or an experienced player, you'll have fun and improve your skills playing with other chess enthusiasts. Members of the Springfield-Greene County Park Board Chess Club will be there to share their expertise.

Thursday, August 23, 2018

• The Importance of Dred Scott
  Library Center in the auditorium
  7 p.m. for adults
  Missouri slave Dred Scott sued for his freedom, the case going all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court, with the court ultimately deciding that slaves were not citizens and could not sue in federal court. Springfield attorney Thomas Strong will discuss Dred Scott v. John Sandford, considered the court's greatest "self-inflicted wound," and how the decision polarized the nation and forever changed the course of history.

Monday, August 27, 2018

• Bring Your Favorite Civil War Book Bring Your Favorite Civil War Book
  Library Center in the meeting room A
  7 p.m. for adults
  

Thursday, August 30, 2018

• Club Awesome!
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  6-7:30 p.m. for grades 4-8
  Join us every month for activities just for 'tweens! Materials will be provided. Ever wanted to visit Camp Half-Blood? Join our quest to find out what it would be like to be a demi-god .
• The Fairgrounds and Beyond: Auto Racing in the Ozarks
  Library Center in the auditorium
  7 p.m. for adults
  Celebrate the rich history of auto racing in the Ozarks. Local History Associate Michael Price will discuss well-known area drivers and the tracks that made them famous.