The Library

Tuesday, January 21, 2020

• Walk and Talk Book Club
  Sequiota Park at Sequiota Park, 3500 S. Lone Pine Ave.
  10 a.m. for adults
  Let's book it! Meet at the pavilion for a 45-minute walk along the Galloway Creek Greenway. Talk about what you're reading and hear from others. In case of inclement weather, call 883-1974 for alternate indoor meeting location.
• "Fall of Giants" by Ken Follett, chapters 10-21
  Ash Grove Bibliophiles
  Ash Grove Branch Library in the community room
  1:30 p.m. for adults
  "Fall of Giants" by Ken Follett, chapters 10-21

Thursday, January 23, 2020

• "Furious Hours: Murder, Fraud, and the Last Trial of Harper Lee" by Casey Cep
  Book Discussion
  Library Station in the Santa Fe Room
  1:30 p.m. for adults
  "Furious Hours: Murder, Fraud, and the Last Trial of Harper Lee" by Casey Cep
• Warm Up and Wind Down
  Strafford Branch Library
  2-6 p.m. for adults
  Unwind with coloring or letter writing while having a cup of hot cocoa or coffee. Materials will be provided.
• The Hangout
  Library Station in the Frisco Room
  4-6 p.m. for adults
  Adults with or without developmental disabilities are welcome to stop by for games, crafts and special events.
• Financial Statement Basics for Small Business Owners
  Library Center in the meeting room B
  5:30-8 p.m. for adults
  In this workshop, small business owners will get help demystifying financial statements and learn basic financial terms and concepts. This knowledge will help prepare you to talk to an accountant about how to set up your bookkeeping, financial statements and other metrics so they provide quality analysis of your business. Robert Bazan is a retired CPA with 30+ years of experience as a CFO for a medium-sized diverse corporation. Join us at 5:30 p.m. for networking. Sponsored by Southwest Missouri SCORE. Call or visit swmissouri.score.org and click on "Local Workshops," to register. Registration starts January 9; call 417-417-986-4730.
• An Introduction to Contract Bridge
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  6:30-8:30 p.m. for adults
  Exercise your brain and have fun making new friends as you learn to play Contract Bridge. Whether you're a beginner or want to update your bidding and play, this class is for you. Members of the Bridge Center will give an introductory course over four consecutive Thursday evenings. Registration starts December 12; call 417-882-0714.

Saturday, January 25, 2020

• Plan a Family MO-cation at Missouri State Parks
  Republic Branch Library in the community room
  11 a.m. for all ages
  Learn about tools for planning a family vacation or getaway during this Missouri State Parks travelogue. We'll talk hiking, floating, caves and more. Deputy Regional Director Justin Adams will show you how to navigate the sites and resources to plan your trip.
• National Seed Swap Day
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library in the upstairs meeting room
  1-4 p.m. for adults
  Bring seeds of any type and swap with other gardeners. Don't have seeds to share? You're still welcome to participate in the swap. Get information from the University of Missouri Extension, Springfield Community Gardens and Community Partnership of the Ozarks Tool Library. Kids can stop by the Teen Room to make a garden craft; materials will be provided.

Monday, January 27, 2020

• "Civil War Places: Seeing the Conflict Through the Eyes of Its Leading Historians" by Gary W. Gallagher
  Civil War Book Discussion Group
  Library Center in the meeting room A
  7 p.m. for adults
  "Civil War Places: Seeing the Conflict Through the Eyes of Its Leading Historians" by Gary W. Gallagher

Tuesday, January 28, 2020

• iPhone Class for Seniors
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room
  1-3 p.m. for adults
  Making & Receiving Phone Calls, Using Siri 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. This is a four-part series that covers different topics at each session. One-on-one assistance will be available for the first half hour, with the presentation beginning at 1:30 p.m. Classes are held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month.
• Cookbook Book Club
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room
  6:30 p.m. for adults
  Try at least one recipe from a cookbook, then meet with other culinary aficionados to discuss how everyone’s recipes turned out and review the books. We’ll also talk food news, cooking techniques and publishing trends. All experience levels welcome, food pictures encouraged!

Thursday, January 30, 2020

• Warm Up and Wind Down
  Strafford Branch Library
  2-6 p.m. for adults
  Unwind with coloring or letter writing while having a cup of hot cocoa or coffee. Materials will be provided.
• The Hangout
  Library Station in the Frisco Room
  4-6 p.m. for adults
  Adults with or without developmental disabilities are welcome to stop by for games, crafts and special events.
• An Introduction to Contract Bridge
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  6:30-8:30 p.m. for adults
  Exercise your brain and have fun making new friends as you learn to play Contract Bridge. Whether you're a beginner or want to update your bidding and play, this class is for you. Members of the Bridge Center will give an introductory course over four consecutive Thursday evenings. Registration starts December 12; call 417-882-0714.

Saturday, February 1, 2020

• Conscious Parenting: From Chaos to Calm
  Library Center in the auditorium
  10-11:30 a.m. for adults
  The Conscious Discipline model provides parents with life-changing skills that decrease problem behavior. The topic for this session is Composure, Being the Person You Want Children to Become, Part 2. Attendance at Part 1 is not necessary to find value in this session. Child care will be provided. Presented in partnership with One Stop for Early Childhood and Community Partnership of the Ozarks. Registration starts January 13; call 417-616-0563.

Monday, February 3, 2020

• Blockbusters at the Library
  Fair Grove Branch Library
  4-6:30 p.m. for age 13 and older
  "Spider-Man: Far From Home," rated PG-13 Catch up on the latest blockbusters with popcorn and a free screening!
• Exploring Genealogy
  Library Center in the auditorium
  7 p.m. for adults
  Chasing the Chadwick Line. You don’t have to be a train buff to enjoy this bit of area railroad history from historian Tim Ritter. Journey through Greene and Christian counties in the early 1900s as Tim chronicles the modern-day odyssey to locate and make record of the last remaining sections of roadbed Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.

Tuesday, February 4, 2020

• Walk and Talk Book Club
  Sequiota Park at Sequiota Park, 3500 S. Lone Pine Ave.
  10 a.m. for adults
  Let's book it! Meet at the pavilion for a 45-minute walk along the Galloway Creek Greenway. Talk about what you're reading and hear from others. In case of inclement weather, call 883-1974 for alternate indoor meeting location.

Thursday, February 6, 2020

• Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
  Library Station in the Frisco Room
  10 a.m.-1 p.m. for adults
  Gather friends, family and neighbors for a fun and fierce competition. Teams of 2-4 people will race to be the first to finish a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle. Space is limited. Registration starts January 13; call 417-616-0683.
• Warm Up and Wind Down
  Strafford Branch Library
  2-6 p.m. for adults
  Unwind with coloring or letter writing while having a cup of hot cocoa or coffee. Materials will be provided.
• The Hangout
  Library Station in the Frisco Room
  4-6 p.m. for adults
  Adults with or without developmental disabilities are welcome to stop by for games, crafts and special events.
• Community Listening Session
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room
  5:30 p.m. for all ages
  Help us chart a course for your Library District’s future. Tell us what you like, how we can improve and what should we add. During the one-hour moderated session, we’ll ask you: How you use the Library? What do you like about the Library – what do we do well? What could we do better? Are there additional services and programs you would like? Refreshments will be served. If you cannot attend, more sessions are being planned.

Friday, February 7, 2020

• First Friday Art Walk
  Park Central Branch Library
  6-9 p.m. for adults
  Stop by for Game Night. Games will be provided, or bring your favorite from home to share. On Display: Works by Nicole Chilton Join us for First Friday Art Walk and the opening of a new exhibit.

Saturday, February 8, 2020

• Second Saturday Crafts
  Park Central Branch Library
  noon for adults
  Old-Fashioned Valentines Stop in for a craft session. Materials will be provided.
• Short Stories on Audio
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library in the upstairs meeting room
  1 p.m. for adults
  Listen to a selection of stories from "The Best Short Stories of Mark Twain." Some basic crafting supplies will be provided for those who want to keep their hands busy, or bring your own. Warm cider will be served.
• "The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon" by David Grann
  Stranger Than Fiction Book Discussion
  Willard Branch Library in the community room
  1 p.m. for adults
  "The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon" by David Grann Sometimes truth is stranger than fiction. Discuss nonfiction books that focus on unusual or interesting aspects of history, science or nature. Attend either the Wednesday or Saturday session, no need to attend both.

Sunday, February 9, 2020

• Body Art Basics
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library
  2 p.m. for all ages
  Are you ready for ink or body jewelry? Before you make it permanent, get firsthand information from the professionals at Kaleidoscope.

Monday, February 10, 2020

• Senior Social
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room
  11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. for adults age 60 and older
  European Eggs. Design replicas of European eggs for display in a nest. These make beautiful gifts or can be displayed on tabletops or mantles From 11 a.m.-noon, enjoy social time, refreshments, board games and puzzles. From noon-1:30 p.m., a Making Aging More Engaging lunch program will be provided by SeniorAge Area Agency on Aging. A $3.50 lunch donation to SeniorAge is encouraged. Registration starts January 27; call 417-883-1974.

Tuesday, February 11, 2020

• iPhone Class for Seniors
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room
  1-3 p.m. for adults
  Texting, Using Voice Dictation 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. This is a four-part series that covers different topics at each session. One-on-one assistance will be available for the first half hour, with the presentation beginning at 1:30 p.m. Classes are held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month.
• Flying Needles
  Ash Grove Branch Library in the 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.
• "Evvie Drake Starts Over" by Linda Holmes
  Center City Book Club
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library in the upstairs meeting room
  1:30 p.m. for adults
  "Evvie Drake Starts Over" by Linda Holmes
• "Goth" by Otsuichi
  Donuts & Death
  Hurts Donut Company at Hurts Donut Company, 320 Park Central West
  6 p.m. for adults
  "Goth" by Otsuichi Horror has never tasted so sweet. Join our horror book club and sink your teeth into a good book while enjoying Hurts donuts.
• "The World's Strongest Librarian: A Memoir of Tourette's, Faith, Strength, and the Power of Family" by Joshua Hanagarne
  Evening Book Discussion
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room
  6:30 p.m. for adults
  "The World's Strongest Librarian: A Memoir of Tourette's, Faith, Strength, and the Power of Family" by Joshua Hanagarne
• Book Lovers' Crafting Hour
  Library Center in the Story Hour Room
  7 p.m. for adults
  Spend an hour making recycled book crafts and chatting about your favorite books.

Wednesday, February 12, 2020

• "The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon" by David Grann
  Stranger Than Fiction Book Discussion
  Willard Branch Library in the community room
  10 a.m. for adults
  "The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon" by David Grann Sometimes truth is stranger than fiction. Discuss nonfiction books that focus on unusual or interesting aspects of history, science or nature. Attend either the Wednesday or Saturday session, no need to attend both.
• "Kindred" by Octavia Butler. An African American Read-In event
  Book Discussion
  Library Center in the meeting room B
  1-2:30 p.m. for adults
  "Kindred" by Octavia Butler. An African American Read-In event
• "Gulp" by Mary Roach
  Book Discussion
  Fair Grove Branch Library
  1:30 p.m. for adults
  "Gulp" by Mary Roach
• History Explorers Presents: Lewis & Clark: The Corps of Discovery
  Library Center in the auditorium
  7 p.m. for all ages
  President Thomas Jefferson established the Corps of Discovery after the purchase of the Louisiana Territory, forming the nucleus of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The expedition went on to map the West, catalog the country's flora and fauna, and record knowledge of native tribes. Learn about the Corps of Discovery and the trials and successes of the pioneers who made the trek. Presented in partnership with the Sons of the American Revolution.

Thursday, February 13, 2020

• "The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek" by Kim Michele Richardson
  Book Discussion
  Republic Branch Library in the community room
  1:30 p.m. for adults
  "The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek" by Kim Michele Richardson
• Warm Up and Wind Down
  Strafford Branch Library
  2-6 p.m. for adults
  Unwind with coloring or letter writing while having a cup of hot cocoa or coffee. Materials will be provided.
• The Hangout
  Library Station in the Frisco Room
  4-6 p.m. for adults
  Adults with or without developmental disabilities are welcome to stop by for games, crafts and special events.
• Microlending: Accessing Capital When You're a Small Business
  Library Center in the meeting room B
  5:30-8 p.m. for adults
  Are you having trouble securing a conventional loan because you're a startup, have limited capital, cash flow challenges or not enough industry experience? Learn how U.S. Small Business Administration-backed microloans are designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs. Lisa Zimmerman of SBA and Mark Nelson with Forge Microlending will be available to answer questions after their presentations. Join us at 5:30 p.m. for networking. Sponsored by Southwest Missouri SCORE. Call or visit swmissouri.score.org and click "Local Workshops" to register. Registration starts January 30; call 417-417-986-4730.

Friday, February 14, 2020

• "The Good Lord Bird" by James McBride. An African American Read-In Event
  Northview Book Discussion
  Northview Center at Northview Center, 301 E. Talmage St.
  10:30 a.m. for senior adults
  "The Good Lord Bird" by James McBride. An African American Read-In Event Join us for this library-sponsored book group just for seniors.

Saturday, February 15, 2020

• Saturday Movie Matinee
  Library Station in the Santa Fe Room
  2-4 p.m. for adults
  "Captain Marvel," rated PG-13 Watch popular new releases on the big screen, popcorn provided.

Tuesday, February 18, 2020

• Walk and Talk Book Club
  Sequiota Park at Sequiota Park, 3500 S. Lone Pine Ave.
  10 a.m. for adults
  Let's book it! Meet at the pavilion for a 45-minute walk along the Galloway Creek Greenway. Talk about what you're reading and hear from others. In case of inclement weather, call 883-1974 for alternate indoor meeting location.
• "Fall of Giants" by Ken Follett, chapters 22-42
  Ash Grove Bibliophiles
  Ash Grove Branch Library in the community room
  1:30 p.m. for adults
  "Fall of Giants" by Ken Follett, chapters 22-42
• Movies for Grown-ups
  Library Center in the auditorium
  6:30-8:30 p.m. for adults
  "Breakfast at Tiffany's," not rated Join AARP for standout films with unique appeal to movie lovers with a grown-up state of mind. Light refreshments will be provided.
• "How to Stop Time" by Matt Haig
  Feel-Good Fiction
  Library Center in the Harrison Room
  7 p.m. for adults
  "How to Stop Time" by Matt Haig Discuss stories filled with kindness, humor, heroism, hope, empathy and compassion.

Wednesday, February 19, 2020

• Exploring Genealogy
  Library Center in the auditorium
  10 a.m. for adults
  Planning for a Research Trip. There’s no substitute for fieldwork when it comes to finding your ancestors. OGS member Rita Wallace will describe how to plan for genealogical research trips and discuss places to research in your chosen destination, setting research goals, evaluating your current genealogical records and making a research plan to keep you on track Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.
• Brown Bag Travelogue
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room
  12:30 p.m. for adults
  The Pearl of the Antilles. For more than 50 years U.S. travel to Cuba was almost non-existent. In 2017, U.S. citizens were once again allowed to travel to the island for a brief time. Nicholas and Holly Holladay will share experiences from their once-in-a-lifetime vacation to Havana, Cuba Sit back, relax and explore a new place. You're welcome to bring a sack lunch.

Thursday, February 20, 2020

• "We're Dead, Come On In" by Bruce Davis
  South Side Senior Center Book Discussion
  South Side Senior Center at South Side Senior Center, 2215 S. Fremont Ave.
  1 p.m. for adults
  "We're Dead, Come On In" by Bruce Davis
• Warm Up and Wind Down
  Strafford Branch Library
  2-6 p.m. for adults
  Unwind with coloring or letter writing while having a cup of hot cocoa or coffee. Materials will be provided.
• The Hangout
  Library Station in the Frisco Room
  4-6 p.m. for adults
  Adults with or without developmental disabilities are welcome to stop by for games, crafts and special events.

Friday, February 21, 2020

• Harry Potter Trivia Night
  Missouri Spirits at Missouri Spirits, 507 W. Walnut St.
  7-9 p.m. for age 21 and older
  Adult fans of Harry Potter unite! Recruit and register your team of 4-6 wizards to compete in six rounds of trivia designed for the true Potterheads among us. Rounds will be scored and Potter-themed prizes will be awarded to the top team. Registration starts February 10; call 417-883-5341.

Saturday, February 22, 2020

• Radio Heyday Live!
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room
  2 p.m. for
  Love is in the air! Performers from Radio Heyday podcast (radioheyday.com) will perform a new, family-friendly romantic comedy in the style of old-time radio. Enjoy an hour of fun, romance and laughs as an audience member for this live performance.
• Midtown Workshop Series
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
  3-4:30 p.m. for adults
  For age 14 and older. Learn to Play the Ukulele. Join ukulele teacher Karen Maxson for this 90-minute introductory course. Learn basic chords, how to strum, simple songs, instrument care and more. Bring your own ukulele or borrow one for the course. Registration is required to borrow a ukulele. Learn useful life skills on a variety of topics from area experts. Registration starts January 27; call 417-862-0135.

Monday, February 24, 2020

• Blockbusters at the Library
  Fair Grove Branch Library
  4-6:30 p.m. for age 13 and older
  "Men in Black: International," rated PG-13 Catch up on the latest blockbusters with popcorn and a free screening!
• Creative Journaling
  Willard Branch Library in the community room
  5:30 p.m. for age 16 and older
  Need help keeping up with your bullet journal or other craft project? Use library supplies to catch up on your creative endeavors and share your bullet journaling or crafting progress.

Tuesday, February 25, 2020

• Job Seekers Workshop
  Library Station in the Frisco Room
  1-3 p.m. for adults
  This workshop will focus on acquiring and improving digital skills such as email, job-searching, creating resumes and completing online applications. Attendees will be introduced to numerous Google Tools that are available to users with a Google account. Seating is limited. This program is funded by a grant from Libraries Lead with Digital Skills, an initiative of the American Library Association and the Public Library Association, and sponsored by Grow With Google, the tech company’s economic opportunity initiative. Registration starts February 3; call 417-837-5011.
• iPhone Class for Seniors
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room
  1-3 p.m. for adults
  Helpful Apps 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. This is a four-part series that covers different topics at each session. One-on-one assistance will be available for the first half hour, with the presentation beginning at 1:30 p.m. Classes are held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month.
• Cookbook Book Club
  Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room
  6:30 p.m. for adults
  Try at least one recipe from a cookbook, then meet with other culinary aficionados to discuss how everyone’s recipes turned out and review the books. We’ll also talk food news, cooking techniques and publishing trends. All experience levels welcome, food pictures encouraged!

Thursday, February 27, 2020

• "Black Card" by Chris L. Terry. An African American Read-In event
  Book Discussion
  Library Station in the Santa Fe Room
  1:30 p.m. for adults
  "Black Card" by Chris L. Terry. An African American Read-In event
• Warm Up and Wind Down
  Strafford Branch Library
  2-6 p.m. for adults
  Unwind with coloring or letter writing while having a cup of hot cocoa or coffee. Materials will be provided.
• The Hangout
  Library Station in the Frisco Room
  4-6 p.m. for adults
  Adults with or without developmental disabilities are welcome to stop by for games, crafts and special events.

Friday, February 28, 2020

• A Feast of Stories with Storyteller Gladys Caines Coggeswell
  Library Station in the Santa Fe Room
  7 p.m. for all ages
  Enjoy a storytelling presentation with storyteller Gladys Caines Coggeswell in celebration of the Springfield African American Read-In. A recipient of the Distinguished Achievement Award by the Missouri Humanities Council, Gladys has spent a lifetime gathering and telling stories from those she was told as a child by her great-grandmother that harken back to slavery times, to ones she's collected professionally about life of African-Americans in Missouri. Co-sponsored by the Missouri Humanities Council.

Saturday, February 29, 2020

• Heirloom Seed Library Grand Opening
  Library Station
  2-4 p.m. for adults
  Stop by during this come-and-go event in the lobby and get the first pick of heirloom seeds. Need help getting started? Experienced gardeners will be on hand to answer your gardening questions and give you pointers on starting your garden.
• Heirloom Seed Library Grand Opening
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
  2-4 p.m. for adults
  Stop by during this come-and-go event and get the first pick of heirloom seeds. Need help getting started? Experienced gardeners will be on hand to answer your gardening questions and give you pointers on starting your garden.