Library Center
- "Where'd You Go, Bernadette"(Book Discussion)
1:00 pm in meeting room A for adults.
By Maria Semple.
Fair Grove Branch Library
- "Watership Down"(Book Discussion)
1:30 pm for adults.
By Richard Adams.
Library Station
- Author Talk: Laura McHugh
7:00 pm in the Frisco room.
Hear Missouri author Laura McHugh talk about her new book "The Weight of Blood." Laura will sell and sign copies of her book at the event.
Thursday, March 13, 2014
Republic Branch Library
- "My Beloved World"(Book Discussion)
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm for adult.
By Sonia Sotomayor.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- "Tell the Wolves I’m Home"(Book Discussion)
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
By Carol Rifka Brunt.
Friday, March 14, 2014
Northview Center
- "Mudbound"(Northview Book Club)
10:30 am to 11:30 am Northview Center for senior adults.
Check out our Library-sponsored book group just for seniors. We meet every second Friday of the month at the Northview Center in Doling Park, 301 E. Talmage. No registration is necessary. "Mudbound" by Hillary Jordan.
Park Central Branch Library
- "Welcome to Shelbyville" Documentary and Discussion
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm for adults.
Join us to view the thought-provoking documentary, "Welcome to Shelbyville," rated PG, about one community's struggle to integrate immigrant culture with American identity. A panel discussion with community leaders will immediately follow. This program is part of The Missouri Immigrant Experience series.
Saturday, March 15, 2014
Library Center
- Beginning Genealogy
9:30 am to 11:30 am in the story hour room for adults.
Begin searching for your ancestors and learn Library resources from staff members from the Library’s Local History and Genealogy Department. Bring family information and a generation chart, available at http://thelibrary.org/genealogyforms. Computers will be available to access Ancestry Library Edition and other websites, or we can help you find information in our book collection. Limited to 10 participants; call 616-0534 to register.
Registration starts March 1; call 882-0714.
Library Center
- Beginning Genealogy
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the story hour room for adults.
Begin searching for your ancestors and learn Library resources from staff members from the Library’s Local History and Genealogy Department. Bring family information and a generation chart, available at http://thelibrary.org/genealogyforms. Computers will be available to access Ancestry Library Edition and other websites, or we can help you find information in our book collection. Limited to 10 participants; call 616-0534 to register.
Registration starts March 1; call 882-0714.
Library Station
- The Art of the Book: A Public Lecture by John Hoover
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm in the story hour room for all ages.
John Hoover, executive director of the Mercantile Library, will discuss the art of the book using examples from the Mercantile Library’s extensive rare book collection. Mr. Hoover is past president of the Bibliographical Society of America and former vice president of the Missouri Center for the Book. He is on the history faculty of the University of Missouri-St. Louis and teaches in the museum studies graduate program.
Funding for M. Hoover’s lecture is provided by the National Endowment for the Arts and the St. Louis Mercantile Library Association.
Library Center
- Saturday Afternoon at the Movies: Silent Comedy Greats
2:00 pm in the auditorium for all ages.
Enjoy a Saturday matinee with a silent comedy classic. Feel free to bring your own snack.
Charlie Chaplin's "The Kid," not rated, 1921.
Park Central Branch Library
- Folkloric Dancing
3:00 pm for all ages.
Yolanda Lorge and Group Americano Latino Dance Troupe will enchant you with an afternoon dance! This program is part of The Missouri Immigrant Experience series.
Park Central Branch Library
- Park Central's Walk-in Weekend Theater
6:30 pm for grade 7 and older.
Join us every Saturday night for a fun film, popcorn included! "Beautiful Creatures," rated PG-13.
Monday, March 17, 2014
Library Center
- "Congressman Lincoln: The Making of America's Greatest President"(Civil War Book Discussion Group)
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm in meeting room B for adults.
By Chris DeRose.
Tuesday, March 18, 2014
Ash Grove Branch Library
- "Joy for Beginners"(Book Discussion)
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm for adults.
By Erica Bauermeister.
Library Station
- An Afternoon with Acoustic Essays
2:00 pm in the Frisco room for adults.
Enjoy an afternoon of bluegrass, classic country and gospel music with Acoustic Essays, featuring acoustic guitars, upright bass and mandolin. Each member will delight the audience by performing lead vocals on various songs and blended harmonies on others. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Get Hooked on Loom Knitting
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Learn to knit with a loom to create hats, scarves, wraps and more. Or, bring your own project and master your technique.
Library Center
- Simple Steps for Starting Your Business
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm in the auditorium for adults.
Ever had the urge to own your own business? This free series of workshops will address the steps necessary to start a business and determine if it can succeed. Topics will include: required licenses, entity selection (LLC or corporation), taxation for small businesses, developing a marketing strategy, writing an effective business plan, obtaining financing and more. Presented by SCORE/Sponsored by Commerce Bank. For more information go to www.SpringfieldSCORE.org.
Registration starts February 18; call 882-0714.
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Brentwood Branch Library
- Brown Bag Travelogue: Spring Training with the Cardinals
12:00 pm for adults.
Travel to Jupiter, Fla., with Rebecca Clarke and learn all the ins-and-outs of spring training with the St. Louis Cardinals. Bring a sack lunch.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Lunch & Learn
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Bring your lunch to this informal lecture series and learn while you eat. The Civil War in the Trans-Mississippi Theater with Brian Grubbs, Library Local History and Genealogy Department manager.
Thursday, March 20, 2014
- "Burning Bright"
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm for senior adults.
Check out our Library-sponsored book group just for seniors. We meet every third Wednesday of the month at the South Side Senior Center, 2215 S. Fremont Ave. No registration is necessary. "Burning Bright," by Tracy Chevalier.
Friday, March 21, 2014
Park Central Branch Library
- The Unbound Mic Sessions
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm for adults.
Share your talents in our monthly open mic nights hosted by LemonDrop. Modern Epic will join us March 21 and May 16. Soloists, bring along your chord changes and they'll accompany you. Sign-up starts at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 22, 2014
Library Station
- Raising Chickens
2:00 pm in the Frisco room for adults.
Raising poultry in an urban environment is becoming more popular. Library staffer Victor Kohman will share his experiences raising chickens as a hobby and discuss the advantages and responsibilities of raising your own backyard flock.
Park Central Branch Library
- Park Central's Walk-in Weekend Theater
6:30 pm for grade 7 and older.
Join us every Saturday night for a fun film, popcorn included! "The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones," rated PG-13.
Sunday, March 23, 2014
Library Center
- The Basics of Organic Gardening
2:00 pm in the auditorium for adults.
Paul Robertson, Master Gardeners of Greene County and an organic gardener for more than 35 years, will provide basics on the hows and whys of organic gardening including dealing with weeds, watering, organic fertilizer, compost, mulch and organic solutions to pests and diseases.
Monday, March 24, 2014
Library Station
- Learn How to Check Out Library E-books
6:30 pm in the Frisco room for adults.
Learn to check out and download e-books from the Library and read them on your digital device, e-reader, tablet or smartphone. Bring your device fully charged and registered along with your account passwords. If you have an e-ink device you’ll also need a USB cord and a laptop (if you have one). No registration required.
Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Brentwood Branch Library
- "The Art of Hearing Heartbeats"(Book Discussion)
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
By Jan-Philipp Sendker
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Get Hooked on Loom Knitting
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Learn to knit with a loom to create hats, scarves, wraps and more. Or, bring your own project and master your technique.
Library Center
- Simple Steps for Starting Your Business
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm in the auditorium for adults.
Ever had the urge to own your own business? This free series of workshops will address the steps necessary to start a business and determine if it can succeed. Topics will include: required licenses, entity selection (LLC or corporation), taxation for small businesses, developing a marketing strategy, writing an effective business plan, obtaining financing and more. Presented by SCORE/Sponsored by Commerce Bank. For more information go to www.SpringfieldSCORE.org.
Registration starts February 18; call 882-0714.
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
Library Center
- Genealogy Workshops
9:30 am in the auditorium for adults.
Genetic Genealogy: DNA, the Newest Tool for Family History Research Part I. Learn about the biological principles of DNA from Library staff member Patti Hobbs. Understanding how DNA works will help you choose the right test for your research goal. Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.
Mother's Brewing Company
- "Dragonflight"(Downtown Book Club)
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Mother's Brewing Company for age 21 and older.
The conversation will be flowing as we discuss provocative fiction, nonfiction and memoir at Mother's Brewing Company Tasting Room, 215 S. Grant Ave. "Dragonflight" by Anne McCaffrey.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Grow Your Own Food
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Save money and eat well! Master Gardener Mark Bernskoetter will share tips and tricks for getting the most out of your home food crops.
Thursday, March 27, 2014
Library Station
- "Mrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker"(Book Discussion)
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm in the Santa Fe room for adults.
Visit with others about the current read. "Mrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker" by Jennifer Chiaverini
Library Center
- Rose O’Neill: A Woman Ahead of Her Time
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm in the auditorium for all ages.
Bonniebrook Historical Society presents the fascinating life of Rose Cecil O’Neill, a woman who rose from poverty to become the most sought-after female illustrator of her time, and who continues to inspire generations of artists. Winning an art contest at age 13 brought O’Neill’s artistic genius to the public’s attention, while her unrelenting work ethic ensured her success during a time when few women were employed outside the home, certainly not in the prestigious and male-dominated field of publishing. O’Neill used her notoriety to draw attention to women's suffrage, garner support for soldiers, condemn discrimination and illustrate the state of our nation’s impoverished children. Throughout her successful career, O’Neill’s "favorite place on earth," the place where she did her best work, was the home she named "Bonniebrook," in the beautiful Missouri Ozarks.
Saturday, March 29, 2014
Willard Branch Library
- Tweets, Friend Requests & Hashtags: Parenting in the Digital Age
10:00 am for adults.
Learn about the benefits and hidden dangers your children could be exposed to through texting, cyber-bullying and social networks during this educational seminar no parent should miss. The presentation will include information about popular sites such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and SnapChat. Attendees will receive a complimentary copy of ComputerCop, a computer monitoring software purchased with confiscated drug money. Sponsored by the Greene County Sheriff's office and the Library.
Brentwood Branch Library
- Conquer The Clutter
2:00 pm to 4:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
Clutter is about so much more than the junk in our houses. Explore the reasons why we clutter and what we can do about it. Come for one or both sessions, there will be a cookie break in between!
2 p.m. Session 1: "Becoming Minimalist." Join us for a Skype session with blogger Joshua Becker and learn why he made the decision to minimize his lifestyle and the benefits he's reaped.
3:30 p.m. Session 2: "Get Organized - Live Energized." Decluttering is just one part of living an organized lifestyle, and professional organizer Sharon Johnson, owner of Clutter Free, is here to help!
Monday, March 31, 2014
Library Center
- Talk Time: Practice Your English
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the Grafton room for adults.
Are you learning to speak English and would like to improve? Meet with other members of the international community for casual conversations. Community volunteers lead the informal sessions.
Tuesday, April 1, 2014
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Get Hooked on Loom Knitting
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Learn to knit with a loom to create hats, scarves, wraps and more. Or, bring your own project and master your technique.
Strafford Branch Library
- Laugh It Up
5:30 pm for adults.
Enjoy an improv comedy show by area performers at the Library in celebration of National Humor Month.
Library Center
- Simple Steps for Starting Your Business
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm in the auditorium for adults.
Ever had the urge to own your own business? This free series of workshops will address the steps necessary to start a business and determine if it can succeed. Topics will include: required licenses, entity selection (LLC or corporation), taxation for small businesses, developing a marketing strategy, writing an effective business plan, obtaining financing and more. Presented by SCORE/Sponsored by Commerce Bank. For more information go to www.SpringfieldSCORE.org.
Registration starts February 18; call 882-0714.
Wednesday, April 2, 2014
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- "Nine Days"(Brown Bag Book Discussion)
12:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Bring your lunch and take a break from your workday. "Nine Days" by Toni Jordan.
Library Center
- Pam Flowers: "Alone Across the Arctic"
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm in the auditorium for all ages.
Author and adventurer Pam Flowers tells the unforgettable story of her solo Arctic expedition with eight sled dogs from Barrow, Alaska, to the hostile wilderness of eastern Canada.Flowers has worked with dogs for 32 years. Her Big Read talk is based on her book "Alone Across the Arctic: One Woman’s Epic Journey by Dog Team." Pam will sell and sign books after the event. A Big Read event.
Thursday, April 3, 2014
Library Station
- Adult Storytime
10:30 am in the Santa Fe room for adults.
Join us for an interactive storytime aimed at adults with developmental disabilities. We will introduce topics of interest with stories and activities.
Library Station
- Adult Storytime
1:30 pm in the Santa Fe room for adults.
Join us for an interactive storytime aimed at adults with developmental disabilities. We will introduce topics of interest with stories and activities.
Brentwood Branch Library
- "The Call of the Wild"(Evening Book Discussion)
6:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
By Jack London. A Big Read event.
Library Center
- NXT Financial Chapter: Advice for 20/30-Somethings
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the Harrison room for ages 20-39.
Get tips on budgeting, credit and general money management especially for people in their 20s and 30s. Presenter: BancorpSouth. A Money Smart Week event.
Library Center
- "The Call of the Wild"(NXT Chapter: A Book Group for 20/30-Somethings)
7:30 pm in the Harrison room for ages 20-39.
By Jack London. A Big Read event. Refreshments will be provided.
Friday, April 4, 2014
Mother's Brewing Company
- First Firkin Friday
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Mother's Brewing Company for adults age 21 and older.
To help us kick off the Big Read, Mother’s Brewing Company has prepared a special firkin inspired by "The Call of the Wild." The firkin will be tapped at 6 p.m. in the tasting room and when it’s gone, it’s gone. A Big Read event.
Park Central Branch Library
- Fare of the Wild
6:00 pm for all ages.
See how simple goodness is made. Christine Daues of Granolove will demonstrate how the Springfield-based company makes a wholesome granola, and learn how it grew from a kitchen project to a company with sales worldwide. A Big Read event.
Park Central Branch Library
- First Friday Art Walk
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm for all ages.
Join the Park Central Branch Library and other art lovers for First Friday Art Walk.
6 p.m.: Fare of the Wild
7 p.m.: Edible Books Festival
A Big Read event.
Park Central Branch Library
- Edible Books Festival
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm for all ages.
Kick off the Big Read with our annual Edible Books Festival. Professional bakers will present cakes fashioned after the themes from this year’s book, "The Call of the Wild." The competition includes entries from Stacey’s Sweets, Hy-Vee Bakery, Sam's Club Bakery and TwentyOne Cakes. The "edible books" will be on display so you can vote for your favorite. We’ll announce the winner after 7 p.m. and then we’ll eat cake! A Big Read event.
Saturday, April 5, 2014
Brentwood Branch Library
- Sudsy Soap Making
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the meeting room for age 18 and older.
Sudsy soap making is back. Stop rinsing your money down the drain! Learn how to make your own soap the old-fashioned way. Library staffer Michelle Williams will demonstrate hot-process soap making and participants will take home a recipe booklet. High heat and lye will be used in this program.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Saturday Matinee: Cult Classics Film Fest
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for all ages.
"Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure," rated PG. Popcorn will be provided.
Park Central Branch Library
- Park Central's Walk-in Weekend Theater
6:30 pm for grade 7 and older.
Join us every Saturday night for a fun film, popcorn included! "The Hunger Games," rated PG-13.
Library Center
- Tim Ernst: Into the Wild - Yellowstone in Winter
7:00 pm in the auditorium for all ages.
Tim Ernst, Arkansas wilderness photographer, will present a slide show of his photos taken during a 2007 trip to Yellowstone National Park. He spent a frigid week braving the ice and snow and wolves for what he describes as the photographic trip of a lifetime. Tim will sell and sign his books after the event. Seating is limited; registration required. A Big Read event.
Registration starts March 10; call 882-0714.
Sunday, April 6, 2014
Springfield Conservation Nature Center
- Primitive Skills: Useful Plant Hike
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Springfield Conservation Nature Center for age 15 and older.
Plants have always been important to humans for food, medicine and other purposes. Volunteer Specialist Don Brink will explore the folklore and modern uses of several Missouri plants during this "Call of the Wild" program. Registration required, call 417-888-4237. A Big Read event.
Monday, April 7, 2014
Brentwood Branch Library
- Foreign Film Festival
6:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
"Summer Wars," rated PG; Japanese with English subtitles.
Library Center
- Talk Time: Practice Your English
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the Grafton room for adults.
Are you learning to speak English and would like to improve? Meet with other members of the international community for casual conversations. Community volunteers lead the informal sessions.
Library Station
- Understanding Your Credit Report
6:30 pm in the Frisco room for adults.
Learn the importance of credit, how to improve it and take home a copy of your free credit report. Presenter: Empire Bank and Edge Community Technology Center. A Money Smart Week event. In Frisco and Santa Fe rooms.
Library Center
- Genealogy Workshops
7:00 pm in the auditorium for adults.
Deciphering Foreign Languages: Find out how translation software can enhance your research. Member Toney Wood will share his experiences using translation software. Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.
Library Center
- Simple and Delicious Cooking on a Budget with Chef Chadwick
7:00 pm in the auditorium for adults.
Great-tasting meals don't have to break the budget. Learn how to cook meals that start with fresh foods, include affordable ingredients and can be made in 30 minutes or less. Presenter: Chef Chadwick Isom from Hy-Vee. A Money Smart Week event.
Registration starts March 17; call 882-0714.
Tuesday, April 8, 2014
Library Center
- Genealogy Workshops
9:30 am in the auditorium for adults.
Local Family History Center: Staff members from the Family History Center in Springfield will tell you about their genealogy resources. Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.
- Protecting Your Piggy Bank
9:45 am for senior adults.
Learn how to recognize and avoid some of the most common financial scams in order to protect your hard-earned money. You will get tips on how to protect your finances against fraud, including identity theft. Presenter: Better Business Bureau. A Money Smart Week event. At South Side Senior Center, 2215 S. Fremont Ave.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Get Hooked on Loom Knitting
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Learn to knit with a loom to create hats, scarves, wraps and more. Or, bring your own project and master your technique.
Library Center
- Estate Planning Basics
7:00 pm in meeting room B for adults.
Confused about how to begin the estate planning process? This program will cover the basics regarding wills, trusts, probate, nursing home planning and more. Presenter: Ozarks Elder Law. A Money Smart Week event.
Wednesday, April 9, 2014
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Money Management 101
10:30 am in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Get tips and advice for improving your financial situation. Learn about basic budgeting skills and credit reports and scores. Refreshments will be provided. Presenter: Consumer Credit Counseling Services. A Money Smart Week event.
Library Center
- "The Call of the Wild"(Book Discussion)
1:00 pm in meeting room A for adults.
By Jack London. A Big Read event.
Fair Grove Branch Library
- "The Call of the Wild"(Book Discussion)
1:30 pm for adults.
By Jack London. A Big Read event.
Library Center
- Money-Saving Ideas from Pinterest
7:00 pm in the story hour room for adults.
Did you know you can find some great money-saving tips on Pinterest? Get shopping tips, learn how to make your own cleaning supplies and find out how basic budgeting and organization skills can help you save your hard-earned cash. A Money Smart Week event.
Thursday, April 10, 2014
Republic Branch Library
- "The Call of the Wild"(Book Discussion)
1:30 pm for adults.
By Jack London. A Big Read event.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- "The Dog Stars"(Book Discussion)
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
By Peter Heller. A Big Read event.
Republic Branch Library
- Gardening on a Dime
6:00 pm for adults.
Gardening can really do a number on your wallet and time. Learn more about how to stretch your gardening and landscaping dollar using inexpensive methods and seasonal time savers from Library staff member Erin Gray. Green thumbs and novice gardeners are welcome. A Money Smart Week event.
Library Center
- Come. Sit. Stay. An Evening with Bruce Cameron
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm in the auditorium for all ages.
From "A Dog’s Purpose" to "8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter," Bruce Cameron
brings best-selling humor to the world of dogs, dads and teenage daughters. Bruce will sell and sign books after the event. Funded by The Library Foundation. A Big Read event.
Friday, April 11, 2014
Northview Center
- "The Call of the Wild"(Northview Book Club)
10:30 am to 11:30 am Northview Center for senior adults.
Check out our Library-sponsored book group just for seniors. We meet every second Friday of the month at the Northview Center in Doling Park, 301 E. Talmage. No registration is necessary. "The Call of the Wild" by Jack London. A Big Read event.
Saturday, April 12, 2014
Library Center
- Free Tax Help
10:00 am to 2:00 pm in the auditorium for adults.
Free tax help will be provided by Missouri State University students working with the ATLS Coalition. Federal and state tax preparation, e-filing, Missouri property tax credit (PTC), Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) and other required federal and state tax forms will be offered for low-to-moderate income families and individuals including those with disabilities, non-English speakers and older adults. Help will also be available for federal tax controversy issues or letters from the IRS that you do not understand. Walk-in or call 417-720-2000 to make an appointment beginning Jan. 27.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Basic Herbal First Aid
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Did you know there’s a medicine kit in your backyard? Learn how to make and safely use common herbal first aid remedies from Library staff member Gina Marie Walden and take a small sample home with you. A Big Read event.
Registration starts March 17; call 862-0135.
Brentwood Branch Library
- "Calling Dr. Laura: A Graphic Memoir"(Graphic Novels for Grown-Ups)
4:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
Whether you’re new to the medium or have grown up with it, join us as we read and discuss contemporary and classic graphic literature from around the world. "Calling Dr. Laura: A Graphic Memoir" by Nicole. J. Georges.
Park Central Branch Library
- Park Central's Walk-in Weekend Theater
6:30 pm for grade 7 and older.
Join us every Saturday night for a fun film, popcorn included! "City Slickers," rated PG-13.
Sunday, April 13, 2014
Library Center
- Sunday Concert Series: High Hopes Bluegrass
2:00 pm in the auditorium for all ages.
High Hopes Bluegrass is back with its old time bluegrass and Gospel mix. Band members include Jack Hall, Larry Davis, David Hunt, Rodney Blevins, Bill Swearengin and Clydine Pailette. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Monday, April 14, 2014
Library Center
- Talk Time: Practice Your English
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the Grafton room for adults.
Are you learning to speak English and would like to improve? Meet with other members of the international community for casual conversations. Community volunteers lead the informal sessions.
Library Center
- Learn How to Check Out Library E-books
7:00 pm in the story hour room for adults.
Learn to check out and download e-books from the Library and read them on your digital device, e-reader, tablet or smartphone. Bring your device fully charged and registered along with your account passwords. If you have an e-ink device you’ll also need a USB cord and a laptop (if you have one). No registration required.
Library Station
- Ready for Disaster: Just in Case
7:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for adults.
Are you prepared in case of an emergency? Sometimes life gets disrupted by natural disasters such as the 2007 Ozarks ice storm, the Joplin tornado or Superstorm Sandy. Shane Archer with Just In Case will share information about disaster readiness and safety planning that can help families know what to do when disaster strikes.
Tuesday, April 15, 2014
Ash Grove Branch Library
- "The Call of the Wild"(Book Discussion)
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm for adults.
By Jack London. A Big Read event.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Get Hooked on Loom Knitting
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Learn to knit with a loom to create hats, scarves, wraps and more. Or, bring your own project and master your technique.
Wednesday, April 16, 2014
Brentwood Branch Library
- Brown Bag Travelogue: Bear Lake
12:00 pm in the meeting room for adults.
Visit beautiful Bear Lake in Estes Park, Colo., with Laura Crawford. Bring a sack lunch.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Lunch & Learn
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Bring your lunch to this informal lecture series and learn while you eat. See Springfield by Bike: Be Safe, Have Fun, Save Money with Andy Cline, bicycle/pedestrian advocate and associate professor of journalism at Missouri State University.
Brentwood Branch Library
- Jack London’s Alaska: The Historical Geography of "The Call of the Wild"
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the meeting room for adults.
Learn about the geographic setting of "The Call of the Wild," followed by a closer look at the historical geography of the Gold Rush as a backdrop for London’s work. Presented by Dr. Judy Meyer, Department of Geography, Geology and Planning at Missouri State University. A Big Read event.
Thursday, April 17, 2014
- "Cutting for Stone"
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm for senior adults.
Check out our Library-sponsored book group just for seniors. We meet every third Wednesday of the month at the South Side Senior Center, 2215 S. Fremont Ave. No registration is necessary. "Cutting for Stone," by Abraham Verghese.
Springfield Conservation Nature Center
- The Call of the Wild with Ralph Duren
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Springfield Conservation Nature Center for all ages.
People across the nation know that retired Missouri Conservation Department employee Ralph Duren can call turkeys, he’s a national champion. However, he can imitate nearly 75 other kinds of wildlife including songbirds, amphibians and mammals. Celebrate the diversity of wildlife in Missouri during this "Call of the Wild" program as you listen to Ralph mimic and talk about the animals he knows so well. All ages. Registration required; call 417-888-4237.
Patton Alley Pub
- The Big Read Trivia Night: Intellectual Dogfight Edition
7:30 pm to 9:30 pm Patton Alley Pub for adults age 21 and older.
Enjoy all of the glory and none of the savagery as you test your knowledge of literary and Jack London-related trivia with other teams of 2-6 during this year's Big Read Trivia Night at Patton Alley Pub. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team. A Big Read event.
Friday, April 18, 2014
Park Central Branch Library
- The Unbound Mic Sessions
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm for adults.
Share your talents in our monthly open mic nights hosted by LemonDrop. Modern Epic will join us March 21 and May 16. Soloists, bring along your chord changes and they'll accompany you. Sign-up starts at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 19, 2014
Strafford Branch Library
- Tweets, Friend Requests & Hashtags: Parenting in the Digital Age
10:00 am for adults.
Learn about the benefits and hidden dangers your children could be exposed to through texting, cyber-bullying and social networks during this educational seminar no parent should miss. The presentation will include information about popular sites such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and SnapChat. Attendees will receive a complimentary copy of ComputerCop, a computer monitoring software purchased with confiscated drug money. Sponsored by the Greene County Sheriff's office and the Library.
Library Center
- Saturday Afternoon at the Movies: Silent Comedy Greats
2:00 pm in the auditorium for all ages.
Enjoy a Saturday matinee with a silent comedy classic. Feel free to bring your own snack.
Harold Lloyd's "Speedy," not rated, 1928.
Park Central Branch Library
- Make Your Own Dog Treats
2:00 pm for adults.
Learn how to prepare delicious, nutritious treats for your dog from Becca Essenburg Kalch, Becca's Barkery, and take home some free samples for your four-legged friends. A Big Read event.
Park Central Branch Library
- Park Central's Walk-in Weekend Theater
6:30 pm for grade 7 and older.
Join us every Saturday night for a fun film, popcorn included! "City Slickers II: The Legend of Curly's Gold," rated PG-13.
Sunday, April 20, 2014
Moxie Cinema
- "Gold Rush" at the Moxie
6:30 pm Moxie Cinema for all ages.
Join us for Charlie Chaplin's "Gold Rush," not rated, at Moxie Cinema, 305 S. Campbell Ave., Suite 101. Admission is free. A Big Read event.
Monday, April 21, 2014
Library Center
- Talk Time: Practice Your English
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the Grafton room for adults.
Are you learning to speak English and would like to improve? Meet with other members of the international community for casual conversations. Community volunteers lead the informal sessions.
Library Station
- Wilderness Survival Skills with Bo Brown
7:00 pm for adults.
Have you got what it takes to survive in the great outdoors? Learn survival skills such as making a fire, creating a shelter and constructing basic tools from Bo Brown, First Earth Wilderness School. A Big Read event.
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Brentwood Branch Library
- "The Call of the Wild"(Book Discussion)
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
By Jack London. A Big Read event.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Get Hooked on Loom Knitting
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Learn to knit with a loom to create hats, scarves, wraps and more. Or, bring your own project and master your technique.
Library Center
- Jack London’s Unforgettable Adventure: The Literary Influence of "The Call of the Wild"
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the auditorium for adults.
With "The Call of the Wild," Jack London created a classic, unforgettable adventure that can be appreciated by readers of all ages. Learn more about its lasting literary influence from Dr. Joel D. Chaston, Distinguished Professor of English at Missouri State University. A Big Read event.
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Library Center
- Genealogy Workshops
9:30 am in the auditorium for adults.
Genetic Genealogy: DNA, the Newest Tool for Family History Research Part II. Now that you have the results, what do they say? Learn how to interpret the DNA test results from Library staff member Patti Hobbs and apply the data to your family history research. Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.
Mother's Brewing Company
- "The Call of the Wild"(Downtown Book Club)
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Mother's Brewing Company for age 21 and older.
The conversation will be flowing as we discuss provocative fiction, nonfiction and memoir at Mother's Brewing Company Tasting Room, 215 S. Grant Ave. Join us for a discussion of this year's Big Read selection, "The Call of the Wild" by Jack London. A Big Read event.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Local Hikes With Mike
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
No one knows the Ozarks wilds like Mike Mihalik. He's led countless hikes in the area and explored trails of all difficulty levels as a master naturalist and longtime volunteer with the Springfield Conservation Nature Center. Learn about some of the best hikes in the area for family-friendly day trips or adventure-filled excursions. A Big Read event.
Thursday, April 24, 2014
Library Station
- "The Call of the Wild"(Book Discussion)
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm in the Santa Fe room for adults.
Visit with others about the current read. "The Call of the Wild" by Jack London.
Saturday, April 26, 2014
- Document Shredding Day
9:00 am to 1:00 pm for adults.
Gather up unwanted documents, and take advantage of this free shredding service at Great Southern Bank Operations Center, 218 S. Glenstone Ave. Drive up and drop off up to five (5) bags or boxes of documents to be securely shredded on-the-spot! No cardboard or three-ring binders please. Sponsored by the Better Business Bureau, Great Southern Bank and the Library. A Money Smart Week event.
Library Center
- Tweets, Friend Requests & Hashtags: Parenting in the Digital Age
10:00 am in meeting room A for adults.
Learn about the benefits and hidden dangers your children could be exposed to through texting, cyber-bullying and social networks during this educational seminar no parent should miss. The presentation will include information about popular sites such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and SnapChat. Attendees will receive a complimentary copy of ComputerCop, a computer monitoring software purchased with confiscated drug money. Sponsored by the Greene County Sheriff's office and the Library.
Park Central Branch Library
- Park Central's Walk-in Weekend Theater
6:30 pm for grade 7 and older.
Join us every Saturday night for a fun film, popcorn included! "Dances with Wolves," rated PG-13. A Big Read event.
Monday, April 28, 2014
Library Center
- Talk Time: Practice Your English
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the Grafton room for adults.
Are you learning to speak English and would like to improve? Meet with other members of the international community for casual conversations. Community volunteers lead the informal sessions.
Republic Branch Library
- Tweets, Friend Requests & Hashtags: Parenting in the Digital Age
7:00 pm for adults.
Learn about the benefits and hidden dangers your children could be exposed to through texting, cyber-bullying and social networks during this educational seminar no parent should miss. The presentation will include information about popular sites such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and SnapChat. Attendees will receive a complimentary copy of ComputerCop, a computer monitoring software purchased with confiscated drug money. Sponsored by the Greene County Sheriff's office and the Library.
Tuesday, April 29, 2014
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Get Hooked on Loom Knitting
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Learn to knit with a loom to create hats, scarves, wraps and more. Or, bring your own project and master your technique.
Wednesday, April 30, 2014
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- On the Appalachian Trail with Marcus Ross
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
The Appalachian Trail: 2,200 miles of the most beautiful -- and dangerous -- wilderness in the country. In 2013, Marcus Ross set off with a 25-pound pack and hiked from the trail’s start in Georgia to its endpoint in Maine. Ross will lead us down the trail with him through photographs and stories, all from the comfort of the Library. A Big Read event.
Thursday, May 1, 2014
Library Station
- Adult Storytime
10:30 am in the Santa Fe room for adults.
Join us for an interactive storytime aimed at adults with developmental disabilities. We will introduce topics of interest with stories and activities.
Library Station
- Adult Storytime
1:30 pm in the Santa Fe room for adults.
Join us for an interactive storytime aimed at adults with developmental disabilities. We will introduce topics of interest with stories and activities.
Brentwood Branch Library
- "The Burgess Boys"(Evening Book Discussion)
6:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
By Elizabeth Strout.
Library Center
- "Code Name Verity"(NXT Chapter: A Book Group for 20/30-Somethings)
7:30 pm in the Harrison room for ages 20-39.
By Elizabeth Wein. Refreshments will be provided.
Friday, May 2, 2014
Park Central Branch Library
- First Friday Art Walk
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm for all ages.
6 p.m. Local authors Sharon Kizziah-Holmes, Shirley McCann, VJ Schultz and Susan Keene will read from their works and sell and sign their books.
On display: Works in Fiber and Fabric by Ellen Neville.
Saturday, May 3, 2014
Brentwood Branch Library
- Hypertufa Mushrooms
10:00 am to 12:00 pm in the meeting room for age 18 and older.
Hypertufa is a rock-like substance you can use to make your own beautiful garden pots or decor. Learn how to mix and mold your own hypertufa creations to personalize your garden.
Registration starts April 21; call 883-1974.
Brentwood Branch Library
- Hypertufa Mushrooms
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the meeting room for age 18 and older.
Hypertufa is a rock-like substance you can use to make your own beautiful garden pots or decor. Learn how to mix and mold your own hypertufa creations to personalize your garden.
Registration starts April 21; call 883-1974.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Saturday Matinee: Cult Classics Film Fest
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for all ages.
"Labyrinth," rated PG. Popcorn will be provided.
Park Central Branch Library
- Park Central's Walk-in Weekend Theater
6:30 pm for grade 7 and older.
Join us every Saturday night for a fun film, popcorn included! "Inception," rated PG-13.
Monday, May 5, 2014
Library Center
- Talk Time: Practice Your English
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the Grafton room for adults.
Are you learning to speak English and would like to improve? Meet with other members of the international community for casual conversations. Community volunteers lead the informal sessions.
Library Center
- Genealogy Workshops
7:00 pm in the auditorium for adults.
Armchair Research: Member Doris Wilson will discuss online blogs and webinars that can increase your knowledge and research skills. Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.
Tuesday, May 6, 2014
Brentwood Branch Library
- Learn How to Check Out Library E-books
1:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
Learn to check out and download e-books from the Library and read them on your digital device, e-reader, tablet or smartphone. Bring your device fully charged and registered along with your account passwords. If you have an e-ink device you’ll also need a USB cord and a laptop (if you have one). No registration required.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Get Hooked on Loom Knitting
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Learn to knit with a loom to create hats, scarves, wraps and more. Or, bring your own project and master your technique.
Library Center
- Stargazing with the Springfield Astronomical Society
8:30 pm Patio for all ages.
Members of the Springfield Astronomical Society will set up their telescopes on the Library Center's south lawn to give us an "up-close" view of the night sky. Rain Date: May 13.
Wednesday, May 7, 2014
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- "The Night Guest"(Brown Bag Book Discussion)
12:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Bring your lunch and take a break from your workday. "The Night Guest" by Fiona McFarlane.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Panel Discussion: Take the Bike to Work Week Challenge
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
In celebration of Bike to Work Week, May 12-16, a panel of bike and commuting experts will discuss the safest, cheapest and easiest ways to get around Springfield year-round without a car. Panelists include Melissa Spurlock, City Utilities Bus Services supervisor; Lori Tack, Ozark Greenways program coordinator and Leslie Pruitt and Jordan Sembler from Queen City Cycles.
Thursday, May 8, 2014
Republic Branch Library
- "The Light Between Oceans"(Book Discussion)
1:30 pm for adults.
By M.L. Stedman.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- "Crooked Letter, Crooked Letter"(Book Discussion)
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
By Tom Franklin.
Friday, May 9, 2014
Northview Center
- "Peace Like a River"(Northview Book Club)
10:30 am to 11:30 am Northview Center for senior adults.
Check out our Library-sponsored book group just for seniors. We meet every second Friday of the month at the Northview Center in Doling Park, 301 E. Talmage. No registration is necessary. "Peace Like a River" by Leif Enger.
Saturday, May 10, 2014
Strafford Branch Library
- Pin It Down with Pinterest
1:00 pm for adults.
Curious about Pinterest? Learn how to make the most of the online pinboard and make a Pinterest-inspired craft. Materials will be provided.
Registration starts April 12; call 736-9233.
Brentwood Branch Library
- "Tekkon Kinkreet: Black & White"(Graphic Novels for Grown-Ups)
4:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
Whether you’re new to the medium or have grown up with it, join us as we read and discuss contemporary and classic graphic literature from around the world. "Tekkon Kinkreet: Black & White" by Taiyo Matsumoto.
Park Central Branch Library
- Park Central's Walk-in Weekend Theater
6:30 pm for grade 7 and older.
Join us every Saturday night for a fun film, popcorn included! "Ocean's Eleven," rated PG-13.
Monday, May 12, 2014
Library Center
- Living and Decoding Asperger's Syndrome
6:30 pm in the auditorium for all ages.
Aaron Likens, a public speaker, published author and avid blogger, was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome - a high-functioning form of autism - at age 20. Now 30, Aaron will share how the Autism Spectrum Disorder works in a talk about his book, "Finding Kansas: Living and Decoding Asperger’s Syndrome." Aaron is also an Autism Ambassador at Life Skills/TouchPoint Autism Services. Aaron will sell and sign his book at the event.
Library Station
- What’s Hot in Publishing
6:30 pm in the Santa Fe room for adults.
Want to know what the hottest titles are for the summer? Join Library Collection Services staff as they discuss new print fiction and nonfiction books for all ages, trends in genres, the publishing world and more. This is your chance to gain insight and be in the know before everyone else.
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
Library Center
- Genealogy Workshops
9:30 am in the auditorium for adults.
Research Trip Follow-up: Members will discuss their experiences from the regional repository research trip to Kansas City. Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Get Hooked on Loom Knitting
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Learn to knit with a loom to create hats, scarves, wraps and more. Or, bring your own project and master your technique.
Brentwood Branch Library
- Foreign Film Festival
6:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
"1981," not rated; French with English subtitles.
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Library Center
- "The Girls of Atomic City: The Untold Story of the Women Who Helped Win World War II"(Book Discussion)
1:00 pm in meeting room A for adults.
By Denise Kiernan.
Fair Grove Branch Library
- "True Grit"(Book Discussion)
1:30 pm for adults.
By Charles Portis.
Thursday, May 15, 2014
- "Water for Elephants"
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm for senior adults.
Check out our Library-sponsored book group just for seniors. We meet every third Wednesday of the month at the South Side Senior Center, 2215 S. Fremont Ave. No registration is necessary. "Water for Elephants," by Sara Gruen.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Historic Sites and Sounds of Springfield
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Photographer David J. Eslick will be your tour guide through pictures and sounds of Springfield's past in celebration of Historic Preservation Month.
Friday, May 16, 2014
Park Central Branch Library
- The Unbound Mic Sessions
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm for adults.
Share your talents in our monthly open mic nights hosted by LemonDrop. Modern Epic will join us March 21 and May 16. Soloists, bring along your chord changes and they'll accompany you. Sign-up starts at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 17, 2014
Library Center
- Saturday Afternoon at the Movies: Silent Comedy Greats
2:00 pm in the auditorium for all ages.
Enjoy a Saturday matinee with a silent comedy classic. Feel free to bring a snack. Buster Keaton's "The Cameraman," not rated, 1928.
Park Central Branch Library
- Park Central's Walk-in Weekend Theater
6:30 pm for grade 7 and older.
Join us every Saturday night for a fun film, popcorn included! "Ocean's Twelve," rated PG-13.
Library Center
- Geezerfest Spring Fling Concert
7:00 pm Patio for all ages.
Geezer will perform its great blend of 60s and 70s rock along with a few newer numbers. Meet the new drummer, David Sharon, as he joins Richard Struckhoff, Mark Ellman, Mark Pasquale, Duane Lewis, Rusty Swift and Jana Henderson to help us celebrate spring and get ready for summer. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Monday, May 19, 2014
Library Center
- "Shiloh"(Civil War Book Discussion Group)
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm in meeting room B for adults.
By Shelby Foote.
Library Station
- Tweets, Friend Requests & Hashtags: Parenting in the Digital Age
7:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for adults.
Learn about the benefits and hidden dangers your children could be exposed to through texting, cyber-bullying and social networks during this educational seminar no parent should miss. The presentation will include information about popular sites such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and SnapChat. Attendees will receive a complimentary copy of ComputerCop, a computer monitoring software purchased with confiscated drug money. Sponsored by the Greene County Sheriff's office and the Library.
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
Ash Grove Branch Library
- "The Round House"(Book Discussion)
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm for adults.
By Louise Erdrich.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Get Hooked on Loom Knitting
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Learn to knit with a loom to create hats, scarves, wraps and more. Or, bring your own project and master your technique.
Wednesday, May 21, 2014
Brentwood Branch Library
- Brown Bag Travelogue: Antarctica
12:00 pm in the meeting room for adults.
Antarctica as a travel destination? Yes! Join Mary Blanche as she shares tales and photos from a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Earth's southernmost continent. Bring a sack lunch.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Lunch & Learn
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Bring your lunch to this informal lecture series and learn while you eat. Life in Estonia: Stories of a Peace Corps Volunteer with Erin Gray, Republic Branch Library manager.
Thursday, May 22, 2014
Library Station
- "The Penny"(Book Discussion)
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm in the Santa Fe room for adults.
Visit with others about the current read. "The Penny" by Joyce Meyer.
Friday, May 23, 2014
Park Central Branch Library
- Community in Action!
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm for adults.
Learn about community development through Springfield's neighborhood associations. This session will feature representatives from Community Partnership of the Ozarks, the Grant Beach Neighborhood Association and Moon City Creative District.
Registration starts May 6; call 831-1342.
Saturday, May 24, 2014
Park Central Branch Library
- Park Central's Walk-in Weekend Theater
6:30 pm for grade 7 and older.
Join us every Saturday night for a fun film, popcorn included! "Ocean's Thirteen," rated PG-13.
Tuesday, May 27, 2014
Brentwood Branch Library
- "The Rosie Project"(Book Discussion)
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
By Graeme Simsion.
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
- Get Hooked on Loom Knitting
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
Learn to knit with a loom to create hats, scarves, wraps and more. Or, bring your own project and master your technique.
Wednesday, May 28, 2014
Library Center
- Genealogy Workshops
9:30 am in the auditorium for adults.
Working on the Railroad: If your ancestor worked for a railroad there may be records about his employment and his family. Library staff member Renee Glass will show you how to determine if an ancestor worked for the railroad and where records about him or her can be found. Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.
Mother's Brewing Company
- "Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore"(Downtown Book Club)
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Mother's Brewing Company for age 21 and older.
The conversation will be flowing as we discuss provocative fiction, nonfiction and memoir at Mother's Brewing Company Tasting Room, 215 S. Grant Ave. "Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore" by Robin Sloan.
Library Center
- Learn How to Check Out Library E-books
7:00 pm in meeting room A for adults.
Learn to check out and download e-books from the Library and read them on your digital device, e-reader, tablet or smartphone. Bring your device fully charged and registered along with your account passwords. If you have an e-ink device you’ll also need a USB cord and a laptop (if you have one). No registration required.
Saturday, May 31, 2014
Park Central Branch Library
- Park Central's Walk-in Weekend Theater
6:30 pm for grade 7 and older.
Join us every Saturday night for a fun film, popcorn included! "Now You See Me," rated PG-13.
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