The Library

Wednesday, June 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.
  • 10 a.m. Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  • 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
• What's Up Wednesdays
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Teen Room
  1 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 6-12.
  Stop by the Teen Room on the first Wednesday afternoon of the month. We might do arts and crafts, play board games, do silly experiments or take a trip to the Maker Space. Let us surprise you!

Thursday, June 2, 2022

• 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 May 2; call 417-732-7284.
• Feel Good Fiction
  The Library Center Harrison Room
  7 p.m. for adults.
  Discuss stories filled with kindness, humor, heroism, hope, empathy and compassion.
  "Midnight at the Blackbird Café" By Heather Webber.
• Laura Ingalls Wilder: Pioneer of the Ozarks
  The Library Center auditorium
  7 p.m. for grade 5-adults.
  Learn about the interesting life of author Laura Ingalls Wilder who made her home at Rocky Ridge Farm in Wright County, Missouri, for 63 years. Laura Ingalls Wilder Home and Museum supervisor Vicki Johnston and docent Marie Bristol will talk about the peaceful setting where Wilder wrote the Little House books as well as articles about the beauty of Wright County for the Missouri Ruralist.

Friday, June 3, 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.
• Fantastic Friday at the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden
  Offsite Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.
  10 a.m.-noon for preschool-grade 5.
  Explore the amazing island culture of Japan at the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden in Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park! Enjoy stories and songs and explore the beautiful gardens with free admission from 10 a.m.-noon. Learn the art of fish printing (gyotaku) and enjoy other activities that celebrate Japan. Bring your library card – the Mobile Library will be parked nearby.
• 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.
• Teen Night
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. for grades 6-12.
  If it's Friday night, there's something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in weekly for games, crafts and special events.
• First Friday Art Walk
  Park Central Branch Library
  6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. for adults.
  Join us for First Friday Art Walk, including the opening of a new exhibit.
  New Abstracts: Photography by HJ Schumer.

Saturday, June 4, 2022

• Craft & Tell
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  10 a.m. for adults.
  Spend an hour working on a craft project you're in the middle of or begin something new while chatting with fellow crafters. If you enjoy fiber arts, needlework, drawing or any other craft that is portable, quiet and doesn't make a mess, this club is for you!
• A Day at the Beach
  The Library Center auditorium
  10:30 a.m. for ages 2-6.
  Bring the beach to you with stories, crafts and games at our ocean-themed storytime.
• Stories & Art in the Park
  Offsite Living Memorial Park, 4323 S. Nature Center Way
  11 a.m. for ages 3-7 .
  Saturdays are made for family fun! Kick off your weekend with stories, songs and art in the park with your favorite Schweitzer Brentwood Branch librarians. Be sure to dress for messy fun! Provided in partnership with the Springfield-Greene County Park Board.
• Bilingual Storytime
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  2 p.m. for ages 3-7.
  This bilingual interactive storytime is designed especially for English-speaking and Spanish-speaking families. We'll introduce parents and children to books, reading and language. Parents learn fun ways to build early literacy skills and introduce their children to the Spanish language. Following storytime children will create their own animal art to help retell the story. Materials will be provided. Provided in partnership with the AcompañARTE Cultural Center.
• Mars Rover
  The Library Center auditorium
  3 p.m. for grades 6-12.
  Test your engineering skills as you construct a rover from a kit while you learn about Mars and rovers. Materials will be provided.
  Registration starts May 27; call 417-616-0526.

Sunday, June 5, 2022

• Preparing the Soil for a Micro Meadow
  Offsite GLO Center, 518 E. Commercial St.
  10 a.m. for adults.
  Preparing the soil for wildflowers starts in the summer. Learn the basics and take some supplies home to prepare your own micro meadow! #PlantWildflowers

Monday, June 6, 2022

• The Pirate Who Didn't Want to be a Pirate
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
  10 a.m. for preschool-grade 4.
  Yo ho! You may not know that Elliot the Entertainer was born a pirate! But he wasn't sure life on the ocean was for him. He stopped at a library in every port to check out books and learn about the many possibilities open to him - chef, race car driver, scientist and others. Elliott ponders a career change in this hilarious show that will keep kids laughing with juggling, stunts and magic.
• Storytime at Doling Park
  Offsite Doling Park, 301 E. Talmage St.
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6 with an adult caregiver.
  Gather 'round for a storytime in the park! Join your favorite children's librarians from the Library Station for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet near the large pavilion behind the Family Center. Provided in partnership with the Springfield-Greene County Park Board.
• The Pirate Who Didn't Want to be a Pirate
  Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
  3:30 p.m. for preschool-grade 4.
  Yo ho! You may not know that Elliot the Entertainer was born a pirate! But he wasn't sure life on the ocean was for him. He stopped at a library in every port to check out books and learn about the many possibilities open to him - chef, race car driver, scientist and others. Elliott ponders a career change in this hilarious show that will keep kids laughing with juggling, stunts and magic.

Tuesday, June 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.
• The Pirate Who Didn't Want to be a Pirate
  Offsite Ash Grove City Park, 300 W. Parkway St.
  10 a.m. for preschool-grade 4.
  Yo ho! You may not know that Elliot the Entertainer was born a pirate! But he wasn't sure life on the ocean was for him. He stopped at a library in every port to check out books and learn about the many possibilities open to him - chef, race car driver, scientist and others. Elliott ponders a career change in this hilarious show that will keep kids laughing with juggling, stunts and magic.
• Stories in the Park
  Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
  10 a.m. for infant-age 6.
  Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs & 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
  • 10:15 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room
• The Pirate Who Didn't Want to be a Pirate
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  2 p.m. for preschool-grade 4.
  Yo ho! You may not know that Elliot the Entertainer was born a pirate! But he wasn't sure life on the ocean was for him. He stopped at a library in every port to check out books and learn about the many possibilities open to him - chef, race car driver, scientist and others. Elliott ponders a career change in this hilarious show that will keep kids laughing with juggling, stunts and magic.
• Yarn Crafting
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
  4 p.m.-6 p.m. for adults.
  Bring your knitting and crochet projects and join other fiber artists on the first Tuesday of every month. Work on your current projects, share patterns and ideas, and check out our knitting and crochet resources. All levels of experience are welcome.
• Turn Shopping Bags into Plarn!
  Strafford Branch Library
  4 p.m. for adults.
  Overwhelmed with bags of bags? Stop them from getting to the ocean by learn to turn them into plastic yarn that can be made into tote bags and other crafts. Materials will be provided.
• STEAM Explorers
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  For grades K-2.
  Enjoy a story and explore related STEAM activities.
  • 4:30 p.m.
    Registration starts June 1; call 417-616-0526.
  • 6:30 p.m.
    Registration starts June 1; call 417-616-0526.
• 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, June 8, 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.
• The Pirate Who Didn't Want to be a Pirate
  Offsite Fair Grove Elementary School, 132 N. Main St.
  10 a.m. for preschool-grade 4.
  Yo ho! You may not know that Elliot the Entertainer was born a pirate! But he wasn't sure life on the ocean was for him. He stopped at a library in every port to check out books and learn about the many possibilities open to him - chef, race car driver, scientist and others. Elliott ponders a career change in this hilarious show that will keep kids laughing with juggling, stunts and magic.
• Racing to Read Storytime
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  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.
• Book Discussion
  The Library Center meeting room B
  1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. for adults.
  "Hamnet" by Maggie O'Farrell.
• Summer Reading Pals
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  2 p.m. for grades K-3.
  Get your summer reading minutes in with one of our dog friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks! Bring a couple of books from home or pick out one or two at the library to read with a loving four-legged listener.
  Registration starts June 1; call 417-616-0703.
• Willard Page Turners
  Willard Branch Library community room
  2:30 p.m. for adults.
  "The Midnight Library" by Matt Haig.
• Water Wednesday: Missouri Springs
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  6 p.m. for adults.
  Learn about the science of spring hydrogeology and the history of Missouri springs from Loring Bullard, author of "Living Waters: The Springs of Missouri." Books will be available for purchase and signing.
• FilmStubs
  Offsite Moxie Cinema, 305 S. Campbell Ave. #101
  7 p.m.-9 p.m. for adults.
  Both novice and seasoned cinephiles are welcome to join our free viewings of classic and cult films at The Moxie with discussion after the films. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
  "Her," rated R.

Thursday, June 9, 2022

• 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.
  Call 417-862-0135.
• Gardens Galore
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
  10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Plant a flower to celebrate National Garden Week, June 5-11, and join in stories, songs and crafts! Materials will be provided.
• Book Discussion
  Republic Branch Library community room
  2 p.m. for adults.
  "Finlay Donovan Is Killing It" by Elle Cosimano.
• An Ocean of Art Possibilities
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  3 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 3-7.
  Drop in and dive into art! Swim between individual and collaborative art-making stations for painting, drawing, paper crafts, art games, sculpture and more. Dress to get messy!
• Type 1 Diabetes: From A to Z
  The Library Center auditorium
  6:30 p.m. for adults and families.
  Thirteen-year-old author Elinor Rowe will read her book, "Type One Diabetes: A to Z," and then Natalie Allen, registered dietician and Missouri State University clinical assistant professor, will provide information on how to read nutrition labels, calculate carbs and make simple family-friendly changes in the kitchen to help manage Type 1 diabetes, also known as juvenile diabetes. Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Friday, June 10, 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.
• Fantastic Friday at the Steam Engine Grounds
  Offsite Steam Engine Grounds, 7175 W. Farm Road 170
  10 a.m.-noon for preschool-grade 5.
  Heat water and what do you get? Steam power! Explore the amazing possibilities of steam power with our friends from the Ozark Steam Engine Association and the Southwest Early Day Gas Engine and Tractor Association! They are dedicated to restoring the steam-powered engines used in farming and industry in the mid-19th century around the Ozarks and the nation. Members of the associations will open the Steam-O-Rama event grounds to summer readers for a magnificent visit to the past, with activities and tours of these marvelous machines. Library staff will share stories throughout the morning. Bring your library card – the Mobile Library will be parked nearby.
• Northview Center Book Discussion
  Offsite Northview Center, 301 E. Talmage St.
  10:30 a.m. for adults age 55 and older.
  Chat about our monthly title with other readers at this library-sponsored book group just for older adults.
  "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel.
• 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.
• Downtown Game Night
  Offsite Green House Coffee + Affogato Bar, 431 S. Jefferson Ave. Suite 172
  5 p.m.-7 p.m. for adults.
  Drop in to play various board and card games, and treat yourself to a coffee or affogato. Choose from our selection of games or bring your own.
• Teen Art Club
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. for grades 6-12.
  Calling all artists! Make, practice or try new techniques using library materials. No art experience required to attend these Teen Night events.
• Teen Night
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. for grades 6-12.
  If it's Friday night, there's something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in weekly for games, crafts and special events.

Saturday, June 11, 2022

• Beginner Ukulele Workshop
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  10 a.m. for grades 3-5.
  Karen Maxson, owner of the Ukulele Academy of the Ozarks, will introduce children to "Oceans of Possibilities" when they learn to play the ukulele. By the end of the workshop, participants will be strumming and singing a special song about the Hawaiian state fish. No experience is necessary and ukuleles will be provided.
  Registration starts May 28; call 417-616-0703.
• Stories in the Park
  Offsite Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
  Meet us at the park for a special outdoor storytime with songs, books and a craft.
• 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.
• Never Too Old for YA
  Willard Branch Library community room
  10:30 a.m. for adults.
  If you like to read young adult and teen literature, join the Never Too Old book group for monthly discussions on forgotten favorites and newly-released titles.
  "Anatomy: A Love Story" by Dana Schwartz.
• Seeding a Healthy Life
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
  1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
  Healthy eating and gardening go hand-in-hand. Foods that are good for us taste even better when we grow them ourselves. And gardening provides great opportunities to get outside and move! Plant the seed for healthy food and lifestyle choices with this series of programs presented by Sherri Hull, nutrition educator with the Greene County MU Extension Office. Fresh produce samples at these programs provided by Springfield Community Gardens. Provided in partnership with the Springfield-Greene County Library District's Heirloom Seed Library, the Greene County MU Extension Office and Springfield Community Gardens. This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.
  Fight BAC: Gain knowledge in fighting bacteria, including washing our hands and the foods we eat, and learn about the importance of caring for plants and how to identify common weeds.
  Registration starts May 28; call 417-862-0135.

Sunday, June 12, 2022

• Preparing the Soil for a Micro Meadow
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  10 a.m. for adults.
  Preparing the soil for wildflowers starts in the summer. Learn the basics and take some supplies home to prepare your own micro meadow! #PlantWildflowers
• Second Sunday Concert
  The Library Center auditorium
  2 p.m. for adults.
  Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
  The Bold Deniers. Jane Caldwell, Turner Collins and Jesse Owsley are singers and multi-instrumentalists united in the performance of Irish dance tunes, traditional and contemporary songs. Their combined pursuit of acoustic melodies and harmonies spans more than 100 years of listening and participating in sessions across the U.S. and Ireland.

Monday, June 13, 2022

• Custom Silicone Wristbands
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
  9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-adults.
  Use our Glowforge Laser Engraver to personalize a silicone bracelet. Show support for your favorite cause or create an ID bracelet to keep your child safe this summer! Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
  Registration starts May 31; call 417-837-5011.
• Ocean Explorers
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
  10 a.m. for grades K-5.
  Learn, discover and explore the many aspects of our ocean through crafts, activities and adventures.
  Wonder What's Under? Discover coral reefs and explore unique and mysterious creatures that lurk in our oceans.
• Storytime at Doling Park
  Offsite Doling Park, 301 E. Talmage St.
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6 with an adult caregiver.
  Gather 'round for a storytime in the park! Join your favorite children's librarians from the Library Station for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet near the large pavilion behind the Family Center. Provided in partnership with the Springfield-Greene County Park Board.
• Life in the Sea Workshop
  Willard Branch Library community room
  10 a.m. for grades K-5.
  Plunge into the depths of ocean life with Mad Science! Kids will explore different ocean ecosystems and learn about the plants and animals that live there, compare shark and whale teeth, measure the size of these incredible predators, and engage in other hands-on activities about the interconnectedness of an ocean food web.
  Registration starts May 30; call 417-742-4258.
• CrafterNoon
  Fair Grove Branch Library
  1 p.m.-3 p.m. for grades 5-12.
  Learn a new hobby and explore your creative side as you make paper, needle and pop culture crafts using a variety of everyday items in new ways. Materials will be provided.
• Foundation Directory for Nonprofits
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
  2 p.m. for adults.
  Looking for grants for your nonprofit organization? As part of Candid's Funding Information Network, the Springfield-Greene County community has access to the Foundation Directory Online, with information on more than 100,000 foundations and over 2.5 million recently awarded grants.
  Registration starts June 1; call 417-862-0135.
• Dive into Science!
  Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
  3:30 p.m. for preschool-grade 5.
  Make waves with Mad Science as we explore the vast seas in this rollicking science adventure! You'll be amazed at the experiments and what there is to learn about our oceans.

Tuesday, June 14, 2022

• Custom Silicone Wristbands
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
  9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-adults.
  Use our Glowforge Laser Engraver to personalize a silicone bracelet. Show support for your favorite cause or create an ID bracelet to keep your child safe this summer! Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
  Registration starts May 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.
• Stories in the Park
  Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
  10 a.m. for infant-age 6.
  Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs & 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
  • 10:15 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room
• Flying Needles
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  1:30 p.m. for adults.
  Bring your knitting and crochet projects and join other fiber artists on the second Tuesday of every month. Work on your current projects, share patterns and ideas, and check out our knitting and crochet resources. All levels of experience are welcome.
• Mystery Book Club
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
  1:30 p.m. for adults.
  Discuss all manner of mystery, from classic to current, cozy to thriller, series and standalone.
  "Mycroft Holmes" by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
• Life in the Sea Workshop
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  2 p.m. for grades K-5.
  Plunge into the depths of ocean life with Mad Science! Kids will explore different ocean ecosystems and learn about the plants and animals that live there, compare shark and whale teeth, measure the size of these incredible predators, and engage in other hands-on activities about the interconnectedness of an ocean food web.
  Registration starts May 31; call 417-616-0703.
• Upcycling for Kids
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  2 p.m. for grades K-5.
  Recycling and reusing things can be a fun way for kids to help our oceans and local waterways! Learn how to repurpose or "upcycle" old items from home to create "new" items to be used by your family, pets and others in the community. Materials will be provided.
• SCORE Tuesdays @ Two
  Virtual
  2 p.m. for adults.
  Presented in partnership with Southwest Missouri SCORE. Register by calling or clicking below; a link to the virtual event will be shared with registered participants.
  Library Tools for Your Business. The Library offers abundant resources for your business and your life, many of which can be used from your smartphone. Learn how to use your library card to access apps for e-books, audiobooks and magazines; online training in business, creative and technical skills; and powerful tools for business and market research.
  Registration starts May 31; call 417-883-1974.
  Go to program page
• STEAM Explorers
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  4:30 p.m. for grades K-2.
  Enjoy a story and explore related STEAM activities.
  Registration starts June 1; call 417-616-0526.
• Donuts & Death
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  6 p.m. for adults.
  Horror has never tasted so sweet. Join our horror book club and sink your teeth into a good book while enjoying donuts.
  "Litani" by Jess Lourey.
• Evening Book Discussion
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  6:30 p.m. for adults.
  "Homegoing" by Yaa Gyasi.
• STEAM Explorers
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for grades K-2.
  Enjoy a story and explore related STEAM activities.
  Registration starts June 1; call 417-616-0526.
• 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, June 15, 2022

• Custom Silicone Wristbands
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
  9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-adults.
  Use our Glowforge Laser Engraver to personalize a silicone bracelet. Show support for your favorite cause or create an ID bracelet to keep your child safe this summer! Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
  Registration starts May 31; call 417-837-5011.
• 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.
• Exploring Genealogy
  The Library Center meeting rooms A and B
  10 a.m. for adults.
  Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.
  Using the Free Genealogy Website FamilySearch. Some rave about FamilySearch and some criticize. That's because it's a site with many facets. Patti Hobbs, Certified Genealogist, will explain the different parts and help guide you to the rich resources and explain how to avoid the pitfalls.
• Racing to Read Storytime
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  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.
• Book Discussion
  Fair Grove Branch Library
  1 p.m. for adults.
  "The Midnight Library" by Matt Haig.
• Summer Reading Pals
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  2 p.m. for grades K-3.
  Get your summer reading minutes in with one of our dog friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks! Bring a couple of books from home or pick out one or two at the library to read with a loving four-legged listener.
  Registration starts June 1; call 417-616-0703.

Thursday, June 16, 2022

• Custom Silicone Wristbands
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
  9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-adults.
  Use our Glowforge Laser Engraver to personalize a silicone bracelet. Show support for your favorite cause or create an ID bracelet to keep your child safe this summer! Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
  Registration starts May 31; call 417-837-5011.
• Travelogue
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  2 p.m. for adults.
  Sit back, relax and explore a new place on the third Thursday of each month.
  Music in the Mountains. The JAS (Jazz Aspen Snowmass) Fest three-day concert in Snowmass, Colorado, is like no other. Get the most out of your three-day stay in the mountains and enjoy your experience to the max as Library staffer Terre Armstrong shares some insider tips from her 2021 trip with headliners Eric Church, Maren Morris and Sheryl Crow.

Friday, June 17, 2022

• Custom Silicone Wristbands
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
  9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-adults.
  Use our Glowforge Laser Engraver to personalize a silicone bracelet. Show support for your favorite cause or create an ID bracelet to keep your child safe this summer! Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
  Registration starts May 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.
• Fantastic Friday at the Railroad Historical Museum
  Offsite Railroad Historical Museum, 1300 N. Grant Ave.
  10 a.m.-noon for preschool-grade 5.
  Tracks, switches, signals - there's a lot to get trains moving. Chug along with us to Grant Beach Park, where Railroad Historical Museum volunteers will explain how it all works and families can explore the train engine, cars and depot! Join library staff for train stories, activities and fun. Bring your library card – the Mobile Library will be parked nearby.
• 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.
• Teen Night
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. for grades 6-12.
  If it's Friday night, there's something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in weekly for games, crafts and special events.
• Percy Jackson Trivia
  Virtual
  7 p.m. for grade 4-adult.
  Are you a true Percy Jackson fan? Show off your Olympian knowledge during our virtual trivia challenge and find out if you're the ultimate fan! Register groups of two or more by clicking the link below. A link to the virtual event will be shared with registered participants.
  Registration starts June 1.
  Go to program page

Saturday, June 18, 2022

• Custom Silicone Wristbands
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
  9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-adults.
  Use our Glowforge Laser Engraver to personalize a silicone bracelet. Show support for your favorite cause or create an ID bracelet to keep your child safe this summer! Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
  Registration starts May 31; call 417-837-5011.
• Preparing the Soil for a Micro Meadow
  Offsite Meador Community Garden (Ray Kelly Park), 2225 S. Fremont
  10 a.m. for adults.
  Preparing the soil for wildflowers starts in the summer. Learn the basics and take some supplies home to prepare your own micro meadow! #PlantWildflowers
• Max Hunter Fest
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  2 p.m.-4 p.m. for all ages.
  Celebrate the history of the Max Hunter Folk Song Collection with the Library and local musicians! Library Local History Associate Michael Price will talk about Hunter's life, his work collecting traditional folk songs in the Ozarks and the work of librarians and archivists to preserve and digitize his recordings and transcriptions. Hot Missoury (aka Hot MO) and Andrew Dietz will bring this historic music to life with live performances. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
• DIY Greener Clean
  The Library Station Santa Fe Room
  2 p.m. for adults.
  Learn how to use everyday items to make cleaning and household products that do less harm to our planet. Supplies will be provided to make two household cleaning supplies and directions for additional cleaners will be provided.
  Registration starts June 10; call 417-616-0683.

Tuesday, June 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.
• Stories in the Park
  Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
  10 a.m. for infant-age 6.
  Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs & 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
  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.
• Off the Deep End
  The Library Center auditorium
  10:30 a.m. for all ages.
  Go on a journey into the unknown - the deep of our oceans - and examine the plastic that is polluting it. StoneLion Puppet Theatre's cabaret puppets will help us discover the wonder of our waters and why we need to protect them. The whole family will enjoy these "trash talking" puppets. With public support from the Missouri Arts Council, a state agency.
• Art for All
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
  10:30 a.m. for adults and teens in grades 6-12.
  Local artist Don Haden teaches participants that anyone can make art, even without expensive art supplies. Materials will be provided.
  Registration starts June 7; call 417-862-0135.
• Racing to Read Storytime
  For infants-age 6.
  Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room
• Puppets Trash Talking Workshop
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  11:30 a.m. for grades K-5.
  Join StoneLion Puppets to create your own puppet stage that you can wear around your neck and a set of rod puppets to have your own show. #PuppetsTrashTalking will help kids learn how trash gets in our water and what we can do to help clean up our planet. Materials will be provided. With public support from the Missouri Arts Council, a state agency.
  Registration starts June 7; call 417-616-0526.
• Ash Grove Bibliophiles
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  1:30 p.m. for adults.
  "Dust Bowl Girls: The Inspiring Story of the Team that Barnstormed its Way to Basketball Glory" by Lydia Reeder.
• "Encanto" Sing-A-Long
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  2 p.m.-4 p.m. for age 3 and older.
  Munch on popcorn, make a craft and sing along while you watch Disney's "Encanto," rated PG. Materials will be provided.
• STEAM Explorers
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  4:30 p.m. for grades K-2.
  Enjoy a story and explore related STEAM activities.
  Registration starts June 1; call 417-616-0526.
• Creating a Business Website that Brings in Customers
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  6 p.m.-8 p.m. for adults.
  Learn tips and best practices for building your business website to attract leads - even if you're using a DIY Builder like Squarespace or Wix. Come dressed to impress to take advantage of free headshots by a professional photographer, networking and refreshments during the first hour. Presented in partnership with Southwest Missouri SCORE.
  Registration starts June 7; call 417-883-1974.
• STEAM Explorers
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  6:30 p.m. for grades K-2.
  Enjoy a story and explore related STEAM activities.
  Registration starts June 1; call 417-616-0526.
• 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, June 22, 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.
• Beach Party with Uke 66
  Offsite Fair Grove Elementary School, 132 N. Main St.
  10 a.m. for all ages.
  Rick and Karen Maxson of the international award-winning ukulele band, Uke 66, will jam with beach party songs. Put on your beach clothes, join us in the gym and be ready to dance the hula with Uke 66!
• Racing to Read Storytime
  Ash Grove Branch Library community room
  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.
• Summer Reading Pals
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  2 p.m. for grades K-3.
  Get your summer reading minutes in with one of our dog friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks! Bring a couple of books from home or pick out one or two at the library to read with a loving four-legged listener.
  Registration starts June 1; call 417-616-0703.

Thursday, June 23, 2022

• 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.
  Call 417-862-0135.
• Afternoon Book Discussion
  The Library Station Santa Fe Room
  1:30 p.m. for adults.
  "The Personal Librarian" by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray.
• Fishnet-Wrapped Mason Jars
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  6 p.m.-8 p.m. for adults.
  Add a bit of beach décor to your home with fun, fishnet-inspired jars that work great for tea lights, table decoration or organization. Learn how to wrap a glass jar with a lattice pattern from braided jute cord. Materials will be provided.
  Registration starts June 7; call 417-883-5341.

Friday, June 24, 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.
• Fantastic Friday at the Nathan and Olive Boone Homestead State Historic Site
  Offsite Nathan and Olive Boone Homestead State Historic Site, 7850 N. State Hwy V
  10 a.m.-noon for preschool-grade 5.
  Head out to the homestead to experience what life was like on Missouri's frontier. Take part in hands-on activities and storytime as the past comes to life. You’ll also get a sneak peek of the Missouri State Museum's traveling art exhibit "Benton, A Social History of Missouri," featuring a 70% scale reproduction of Thomas Hart Benton's legendary mural located in the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City. Bring your library card – the Mobile Library will be parked nearby.
• 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.
• Teen Anime Night
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. for age 14-grade 12.
  Munch on popcorn while we watch some of our favorite anime, rated TV-14 or under, on Crunchyroll! Popcorn provided at these Teen Night events.
• Teen Night
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. for grades 6-12.
  If it's Friday night, there's something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in weekly for games, crafts and special events.

Saturday, June 25, 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.

Monday, June 27, 2022

• Ocean Explorers
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
  10 a.m. for grades K-5.
  Learn, discover and explore the many aspects of our ocean through crafts, activities and adventures.
  Save Our Oceans! Water is a necessity for all living creatures. We'll explore ways to do our part to help keep our oceans clean and make fun creations while doing it.
• Storytime at Doling Park
  Offsite Doling Park, 301 E. Talmage St.
  10 a.m. for infants-age 6 with an adult caregiver.
  Gather 'round for a storytime in the park! Join your favorite children's librarians from the Library Station for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet near the large pavilion behind the Family Center. Provided in partnership with the Springfield-Greene County Park Board.
• Water, Water, Everywhere!
  Willard Branch Library community room
  10 a.m. for grades K-4.
  Have you ever noticed that water is everywhere, not just in oceans? It's around us all the time -- frozen on mountaintops, floating through the sky as clouds and even flowing inside our bodies! Join Dickerson Park Zoo guests to learn why water is so important, what makes it vital for survival and how we can keep our water sources healthy for all living things.
• "Jabari Jumps" Celebration!
  Offsite Miller Park, 711 E. Miller Road
  3:30 p.m. for age 3-grade 5.
  Dive into storytime with the Library featuring the "Jabari Jumps" StoryWalk®! We'll meet at the Miller Park pavilion and walk through the Storywalk® together, then join us back at the pavilion for crafts and activities. The StoryWalk® will be available at Miller Park from June 21-July 4. StoryWalks® are a fun way for families to enjoy the outdoors while reading the pages of a book posted along a short walking path.

Tuesday, June 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.
• Stories in the Park
  Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
  10 a.m. for infant-age 6.
  Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs & activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion in case of rain. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Rec Department.
• Water, Water, Everywhere!
  Strafford Branch Library community room
  10 a.m. for grades K-4.
  Have you ever noticed that water is everywhere, not just in oceans? It's around us all the time -- frozen on mountaintops, floating through the sky as clouds and even flowing inside our bodies! Join Dickerson Park Zoo guests to learn why water is so important, what makes it vital for survival and how we can keep our water sources healthy for all living things.
• 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.
  • 10:15 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
  • 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
  • 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room
• Water, Water, Everywhere!
  The Library Station Frisco Room
  2 p.m. for grades K-4.
  Have you ever noticed that water is everywhere, not just in oceans? It's around us all the time -- frozen on mountaintops, floating through the sky as clouds and even flowing inside our bodies! Join Dickerson Park Zoo guests to learn why water is so important, what makes it vital for survival and how we can keep our water sources healthy for all living things.
• STEAM Explorers
  The Library Center Story Hour Room
  For grades K-2.
  Enjoy a story and explore related STEAM activities.
  • 4:30 p.m.
    Registration starts June 1; call 417-616-0526.
  • 6:30 p.m.
    Registration starts June 1; call 417-616-0526.
• 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, June 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.
  • 10 a.m. Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  • 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
• Summer Reading Pals
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
  2 p.m. for grades K-3.
  Get your summer reading minutes in with one of our dog friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks! Bring a couple of books from home or pick out one or two at the library to read with a loving four-legged listener.
  Registration starts June 1; call 417-616-0703.