The Library

Monday, May 16, 2022

• Microsoft Excel Basics
  Computer Training Center
  1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
  Learn how to create and use spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. Add data to a spreadsheet, perform calculations and set up spreadsheets for printing.
  Call 417-837-5011.
• "Coming to America" Reading Groups for Public Libraries
  The Library Center auditorium
  7 p.m.-9 p.m. for adults.
  "Coming to America" helps readers think about immigrants' experiences encountering America. Featuring Yiddish literature in translation, this discussion explores questions of identity, assimilation and generational change. Funded by a grant from the Yiddish Book Center.
  "American Like Me: Reflections on Life Between Cultures" edited by America Ferrera with E. Cayce Dumont; led by Rebekah L. Thomas, director of the International Institute of Southwest Missouri.

Tuesday, May 17, 2022

• Racing to Read Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour 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.
• 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 & Rec Department.
• 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. Strafford Branch Library community room
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room
• Ash Grove Bibliophiles
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  1:30 p.m. for adults.
  "The Witch of Blackbird Pond" by Elizabeth George Speare.
• Build Your Business with Reference Solutions
  Offsite The efactory, 405 N. Jefferson Ave
  2 p.m.-4 p.m. for adults.
  Andra Roussel of Reference Solutions will provide an overview of Reference Solutions by Data Axle, the leading source for business and residential data in the United States, an online resource free to use with a Springfield-Greene County library card. Learn how Reference Solutions can help you gather data on millions of U.S. businesses and consumers and generate sales leads, marketing and mailing lists. A Library staff member will be on-hand for library card sign up, free to Greene County residents or owners of Greene County businesses.
  Registration starts April 15; call 417-837-2609.
• Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for infants-age 6.
  Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.

Wednesday, May 18, 2022

• Racing to Read Storytime
  Schweitzer Brentwood 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.
  Registration starts February 21; call 417-616-0703.
• Exploring Genealogy
  The Library Center auditorium
  10 a.m. for adults.
  Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.
  Do You Think You Have an Ancestor Who Served in the Revolutionary War, War of 1812 or Civil War? OGS member Fran Black will present her methods for going beyond recording only names, dates and places to set your ancestor in the historical context of the military events that shaped our nation. It may even help you join a lineage society.
• 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
• Virtual Brown Bag Travelogue
  Virtual
  noon for adults.
  Sit back, relax and explore a new place from the comfort of your own home. A new video featuring a different adventure will be posted to the Library’s YouTube channel, youtube.com/SpringfieldGreene, on the third Wednesday of each month.
  Astrophotography Across the U.S. Library staff member Andrew Mann will share his travels throughout the U.S., from the Great Smoky Mountains to Yellowstone and areas in between, along with astrophotography he took along the way. Experience the night sky without having to stay up late. A "Discover Exoplanets" event.
  Go to program page

Thursday, May 19, 2022

• iPhone Class for Seniors - Registration is full for this event.
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  10 a.m.-noon for older adults.
  If you’re an older adult who would like to get more out of your iPhone or iPad, join us for free classes taught by veteran instructor Julie Mahaffey. Attend one session or all four; seating is limited.
  Making/Receiving Text Messages, Using Voice Dictation.
  Registration starts April 7; call 417-883-1974.
• Internet Basics
  Computer Training Center
  1 p.m.-3 p.m. 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.
  Call 417-837-5011.
• Astrophotography
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  7 p.m. for adults.
  Astrophotographer Dr. Richard Hammar shares tips on how to take pictures of the night sky using a cell phone or high tech equipment. He'll also talk about how he takes pictures remotely in New Mexico to reduce light pollution. A "Discover Exoplanets" event.

Friday, May 20, 2022

• Racing to Read Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  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.
  • 11 a.m.
• Game Nights
  Strafford Branch Library
  4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades 5-adults.
  Join us for a night of snacks and board games at the Library!
• "My Garden of a Thousand Bees"
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  6 p.m. for adults.
  Immerse yourself in the world of bees with a screening of this bee-utiful and surprising story, rated TV-G. Martin Dohrn, veteran wildlife cameraman and bee enthusiast, embarked on a challenge during the COVID-19 lockdown of 2020, filming all the bees he could find in his tiny urban garden in Bristol, England. By the end of the summer, he became bee obsessed and developed relationships with them. #PlantWildflowers

Saturday, May 21, 2022

• 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.
• Plant Swap
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
  2 p.m. for adults.
  Grow your jungle! Bring one or more of your own houseplants, succulents, cactus plants, cuttings or garden seedlings to swap with your neighbors. Bring small containers or jars to carry your new plant pups home.
• Space Fest
  The Library Station Frisco & Santa Fe Rooms
  2 p.m.-4 p.m. for families with children age 3 and older.
  Drop in for games, crafts, experiments, virtual reality and other activities designed to help you learn more about our universe! A "Discover Exoplanets" event.
• POSTPONED to June 24 - Spring Geezerfest
  The Library Center patio
  6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. for adults.
  Geezer is back and ready to rock with your favorite tunes from the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s. Bring the whole family for a night of singing and dancing unlike any other! Geezer members are: Richard Struckhoff, Mark Ellman, Mark Pasquale, Jana Henderson, Rusty Swift, Duane Lewis and David Sharon. Concert will be canceled in the event of rain. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.

Sunday, May 22, 2022

• Escape Room: Conductor's Office
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  10 a.m.-4 p.m. for adults.
  The conductor has locked you in his office for a crime you didn't commit! The clock is ticking and if you don't escape quickly you'll miss your train home. Register for a time slot with a group of six or less.  
  Registration starts May 8; call 417-865-1340.
• Money Matters
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
  Build your financial fitness during this series of workshops with Northwestern Mutual Financial Representative Celestine Copeland. She will begin each session with the basics of personal finance and will discuss the topic after a short break. Refreshments provided.
  Smart Strategies for Managing Debt. Take control of your debt by identifying the types of debt and developing strategies for budgeting and goal setting.
  Registration starts May 8; call 417-883-1974.

Monday, May 23, 2022

• Meet the Computer
  Computer Training Center
  1 p.m.-3 p.m. 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.
  Call 417-837-5011.

Tuesday, May 24, 2022

• Internet Safety
  Computer Training Center
  10 a.m.-noon for adults.
  Learn what to do to protect yourself and your computer when you are connected to the internet. Learn about anti-virus programs, internet privacy, how to keep your personal information safe and create secure passwords.
  Call 417-837-5011.
• Racing to Read Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour 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.
• 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 & Rec Department.
• 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. Strafford Branch Library community room
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11 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.
• "Coming to America" Reading Groups for Public Libraries
  The Library Center auditorium
  7 p.m.-9 p.m. for adults.
  "Coming to America" helps readers think about immigrants' experiences encountering America. Featuring Yiddish literature in translation, this discussion explores questions of identity, assimilation and generational change. Funded by a grant from the Yiddish Book Center.
  "Enemies, A Love Story" by Isaac Bashevis Singer; led by Nora Cox, Missouri State University Communication Department senior instructor.

Wednesday, May 25, 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
    Registration starts February 21; call 417-616-0703.
  • 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  • 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room

Thursday, May 26, 2022

• iPhone Class for Seniors - Registration is full for this event.
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  10 a.m.-noon for older adults.
  If you’re an older adult who would like to get more out of your iPhone or iPad, join us for free classes taught by veteran instructor Julie Mahaffey. Attend one session or all four; seating is limited.
  Calendar and Other Useful Apps.
  Registration starts April 7; call 417-883-1974.
• Racing to Read Storytime
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  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.
• Afternoon Book Discussion
  The Library Station Santa Fe Room
  1:30 p.m. for adults.
  "This Tender Land" by William Kent Krueger.

Friday, May 27, 2022

• Racing to Read Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour Room
  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.
  • 11 a.m.
• Teen Anime Night
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. for age 14-grade 12.
  Munch on popcorn while watching some of our favorite anime, rated TV-14 or under, on Crunchyroll! Popcorn provided.

Saturday, May 28, 2022

• Introduction to Laser Engraving: Wooden Bookmarks - Registration is full for this event.
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
  2 p.m. for adults.
  Library staff will teach you how to design a personalized, wooden bookmark using the Glowforge Laser Engraver. Materials will be provided.
  Registration starts May 14; call 417-862-0135.

Tuesday, May 31, 2022

• Racing to Read Storytime
  The Library Station Story Hour 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.
• 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 & Rec Department.
• 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. Strafford Branch Library community room
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11 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.