PROGRAMS
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
Thursday, August 18, 2022
- Wits Workout
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
10 a.m. for adults.
Increase your brain health with brain games and socialization during this eight-part program with Amber Allen, field specialist in human development and family science with the University of Missouri Extension, and developed by the University of Illinois Extension. - Microsoft Excel Basics
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Learn how to create and use spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. Add data to a spreadsheet, perform calculations and set up spreadsheets for printing.
Call 417-837-5011. - 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.
Monarchs and Mariachis. Lois Zerrer takes us to Central Mexico to the overwintering grounds of the monarch at Santuario Sierra Chincua, a forest reserve in the Mexican state of Michoacan, and shares ideas on how to help the monarchs as they travel through southwest Missouri on their way back to Mexico by planting native wildflowers in your yard. We'll also visit Tlaquepaque, Jalisco, Mexico, for a taste of the hospitality, color and music of Springfield's Sister City. A #PlantWildflowers event.
Friday, August 19, 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. - 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.
Saturday, August 20, 2022
- "My Garden of a Thousand Bees"
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Celebrate World Honey Bee Day (August 21) with a screening of this bee-utiful and surprising story, rated TV-G. Martin Dohrn, veteran wildlife cameraman and bee enthusiast, embarked on a challenge during the COVID-19 lockdown of 2020, filming all the bees he could find in his tiny urban garden in Bristol, England. By the end of the summer, he became bee obsessed and developed relationships with them. #PlantWildflowers
Sunday, August 21, 2022
- Paper Shadow Box
The Library Station Santa Fe Room
2 p.m. for adults.
Layer paper silhouettes to create an ocean-themed paper shadow box. Materials will be provided.
Registration starts August 14; call 417-616-0683.
Monday, August 22, 2022
- 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.
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
- 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. - Learning Windows 10
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
10 a.m.-noon for adults.
Learn about the Windows 10 operating system. Explore the Start Menu and Settings menu, and learn how to customize your computer. Use tiles to launch apps and to access other programs on the computer.
Call 417-837-5011. - 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. - 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. - 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
- 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.
Microlending: Accessing Capital When You're a Small Business. Are you having trouble securing a conventional loan because you're a startup, have limited collateral, challenges with cash flow or limited industry experience? Learn about microloans and how to access them, with Mary Overbey, owner of Borealis Consulting, lender Justine Petersen and Lisa Jones, chief economic inclusion officer for New Growth Capital.
Registration starts August 9; call 417-883-1974.
Go to program page - 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, August 24, 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
- Conversation Circles
The Library Center meeting room B
6 p.m. for adults.
Is English your second language? Practice your English speaking skills and meet new people while we talk, listen and learn in conversation circles. Circles will be led by Missouri State University Assistant Professor of English Dr. Suneeta Thomas. Adult and student speakers of all languages are welcome. Each session will begin with a different theme.
Meetings and Introductions.
Thursday, August 25, 2022
- Wits Workout
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
10 a.m. for adults.
Increase your brain health with brain games and socialization during this eight-part program with Amber Allen, field specialist in human development and family science with the University of Missouri Extension, and developed by the University of Illinois Extension. - 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. - Microsoft Word Basics
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Learn the basics of Microsoft Word: create, edit and save documents, change font size, style and color, create lists and use spell-check to edit documents.
Call 417-837-5011. - Afternoon Book Discussion
The Library Station Santa Fe Room
1:30 p.m. for adults.
"Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption" by Bryan Stevenson.
Friday, August 26, 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. - 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. - 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.
Saturday, August 27, 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, August 29, 2022
- 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. - Google Tools
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Learn to use Google tools including Gmail, Google Meet, Google Drive, Calendar, Docs and Sheets, and how to access your files across devices. Understand what the "cloud" is and how to use it for sharing your files and storing them online.
Call 417-837-5011.
Tuesday, August 30, 2022
- 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. - 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. - 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
- 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, August 31, 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
- Conversation Circles
The Library Center meeting room B
6 p.m. for adults.
Is English your second language? Practice your English speaking skills and meet new people while we talk, listen and learn in conversation circles. Circles will be led by Missouri State University Assistant Professor of English Dr. Suneeta Thomas. Adult and student speakers of all languages are welcome. Each session will begin with a different theme.
Work and School.
Thursday, September 1, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
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. - Meet the Computer
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Learn the basics of computers including using a mouse and a keyboard. Understand the difference between left clicking and right clicking. Learn to open programs and files. Use the mouse to double-click, scroll and click and drag. This class is for beginners.
Call 417-837-5011. - 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 August 18; 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.
"The Chicken Sisters" by KJ Dell'Antonia.
Friday, September 2, 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. - 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. - Open Lab
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-5 p.m. for adults.
Drop by the Computer Training Center any Friday afternoon to brush up on office skills like keyboarding, word processing, Excel spreadsheets and more. Interactive video lessons assess your skill level and allow you to learn at your own pace. No appointment needed. Can't make it on Friday? Call 417-837-5011 to schedule an appointment. - 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.
Introspection: Paintings by Shannon Joy.
Saturday, September 3, 2022
- Craft & Tell
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
10:30 a.m. for adults.
Spend an hour working on your own craft project, or begin something new while chatting with fellow crafters. If you enjoy the fiber arts, needlework, drawing, or any other craft that is portable, quiet and doesn't make a mess, this group is for you! - 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.
Tuesday, September 6, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
The Library Center Story Hour Room
9:30 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. - Stories in the Park
Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion in case of rain. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation 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. - 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. - 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. The Library Center Story Hour Room
- 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
- 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room
- Warm Hearts Fiber Arts
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
4 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 own project or collaborate to make donations to help those in need. All levels of experience are welcome. - 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, September 7, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
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.- Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
- Republic Branch Library community room
- Grandparents Day Storytime
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Enjoy grandparent-themed stories and make a card for your grandparents. Materials will be provided. - Racing to Read Storytime
For infants-age 6.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.- 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
- 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room
- What's Up Wednesdays
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Teen Room
3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 6-12.
You never know what might happen on Wednesdays in the Teen Room. Each week we'll surprise you with fun activities! We might do arts and crafts, play board games, do silly experiments, sing karaoke or take a trip to the Maker Space. - Conversation Circles
The Library Center meeting room B
6 p.m. for adults.
Is English your second language? Practice your English speaking skills and meet new people while we talk, listen and learn in conversation circles. Circles will be led by Missouri State University Assistant Professor of English Dr. Suneeta Thomas. Adult and student speakers of all languages are welcome. Each session will begin with a different theme.
Hobbies.
Thursday, September 8, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
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. - Finding Files
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Learn to save, organize, copy, move, rename, delete, find and manage files and folders on your computer or external storage device.
Call 417-837-5011. - Book Discussion
Republic Branch Library community room
2 p.m. for adults.
"Need to Know" by Karen Cleveland. - Art After School
Fair Grove Branch Library
3 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades K-4.
Drop in to learn about a new artist each month and create a project in that artist's style. Materials will be provided. - Game Night
Strafford Branch Library
4 p.m.-6 p.m. for adults.
Join us for a night of snacks and board games at the Library! - An Introduction to Contract Bridge
The Library Center meeting room A
6:30 p.m.-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 August 25; call 417-883-5341. - May Kennedy McCord: Queen of the Hillbillies
The Library Center auditorium
7 p.m. for adults.
May Kennedy McCord spent half a century sharing the history, songs and stories of the Ozarks through newspaper columns, radio programs and music festivals, making her one of the 20th century's preeminent folklorists. Patti McCord and Kristene Sutliff, editors of "Queen of the Hillbillies: Writings of May Kennedy McCord," will share published and unpublished writings and photographs by the "First Lady of the Ozarks" to highlight her inimitable spirit, humor and unique place in our history. Books will be available for purchase and signing. A Preserving the Ozarks event.
Friday, September 9, 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. - Northview Center Book Discussion
Offsite Northview Center, 301 E. Talmage St.
10:30 a.m. for age 55 and older.
Chat about our monthly title with other readers at this library-sponsored book group just for older adults.
"Nomadland: Surviving America in the Twenty-First Century" by Jessica Bruder. - 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. - Encouragement Day
Willard Branch Library community room
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for grades 6-12.
Experiment with acrylics and other art mediums to create encouragement cards for those you care about. Materials will be provided. - Open Lab
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-5 p.m. for adults.
Drop by the Computer Training Center any Friday afternoon to brush up on office skills like keyboarding, word processing, Excel spreadsheets and more. Interactive video lessons assess your skill level and allow you to learn at your own pace. No appointment needed. Can't make it on Friday? Call 417-837-5011 to schedule an appointment. - Fire Safety with SAFE
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
4 p.m.-6 p.m. for all ages.
Fire safety is important for the whole family! SAFE Kids Springfield will talk about and demonstrate fire safety precautions along with some fun activities. - 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.
Call 417-831-1342. - 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.
Teen Art Club: Calling all artists! Make, practice or try new techniques using library materials. No art experience required.
Saturday, September 10, 2022
- 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.
"A Study in Charlotte" by Brittany Cavallaro. - Librarykins Playgroup
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
11 a.m. for kids ages 3-7 and their caregivers.
Kids and their caregivers can make new friends at the library! We’ll provide lots of toys, books and activities to encourage socialization and cooperative play. Coffee and tea will be provided; feel free to bring a snack or lunch. - Betty Love: From Drawing Board to Darkroom
The Library Center auditorium
2 p.m. for adults.
Betty Love's photographs graced the pages of Springfield newspapers for nearly 35 years, but she began her journalistic career as the newspaper's cartoonist at the height of World War II, offering a unique perspective on a tumultuous time in American history. Local History Associate Konrad Stump traces Love's life through newspaper accounts, photographs and recollections by those who witnessed her magnetic personality and artistry capturing life in the Ozarks. A Preserving the Ozarks event. - STEAM Explorers
The Library Station Story Hour Room
2 p.m. for grades 1-5.
Enjoy scientific exploration, exciting challenges and educational play with science, technology, engineering, art and math! Materials will be provided.
Cardboard Day: Invent a toy or game made from cardboard boxes .
Sunday, September 11, 2022
- Second Sunday Concerts
The Library Center auditorium
2 p.m. for adults.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
The Shandies, Natalie Wlodarczyk and Shannon Stine, are a female acoustic duo whose eclectic songwriting incorporates folk, rock and pop influences marked by tight vocal harmonies and creative guitar blends.
Monday, September 12, 2022
- Storytime at Doling Park
Offsite Doling Park, 301 E. Talmage St.
10 a.m. for infants-age 6 .
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. - Learning Windows 10
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
10 a.m.-noon for adults.
Learn about the Windows 10 operating system. Explore the Start Menu and Settings menu, and learn how to customize your computer. Use tiles to launch apps and to access other programs on the computer.
Call 417-837-5011. - Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
The Library Center 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.
Tuesday, September 13, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
The Library Center Story Hour Room
9:30 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. - Stories in the Park
Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion in case of rain. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department. - Super Readers Rock!
Strafford Branch Library
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
It's a bird! It's a plane! No, it's a super reader! Enjoy storytime tales of adventure, then stay to decorate your own superhero rock; materials provided. - 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. - 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. - Grandparents Storytime
Willard Branch Library community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Celebrate your grandparents with stories and create a special card just for them. Materials will be provided. - 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. The Library Center Story Hour Room
- 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community 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 contemporary, cozy to thriller, series and standalone.
"The Marlow Murder Club" by Robert Thorogood. - Library Superhero Academy
Strafford Branch Library
3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. for grades K-5.
Test your skills and complete all of the stations to receive a certificate and become a member of the Library Justice League. - Maker Space Orientation
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
4 p.m. for adults.
Learn about the equipment available in the Library's Maker Space, watch demonstrations and view sample projects. This equipment tour will cover basic operation, safety, design resources and tips.
Registration starts August 31; call 417-837-5011. - Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale
Offsite E*Plex Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant Ave.
5 p.m.-8 p.m. for all ages.
Load up on bargain-priced books, DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, vinyl records, games and puzzles. Adult, young adult and children's books and most audiovisuals are $1 or less. Better books are $2 and up. Cash or check accepted; parking is free. Proceeds benefit the Springfield-Greene County Library District.
Friends Preview Night Sale: Friends members admitted free; non-members can pay $5 at the door and join the Friends any time that night. - 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.
"The Fervor" by Alma Katsu. An "Oh, The Horror!" event. - Evening Book Discussion
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
6:30 p.m. for adults.
"Anxious People" by Fredrik Backman. - 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, September 14, 2022
- Foundation Directory for Nonprofits
Computer Training Center
10 a.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 over 100,000 foundations and over 2.5 million recently awarded grants.
Registration starts September 1; call 417-862-0135. - Racing to Read Storytime
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.- Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
- Republic Branch Library community room
- Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale
Offsite E*Plex Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant Ave.
10 a.m.-8 p.m. for all ages.
Load up on bargain-priced books, DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, vinyl records, games and puzzles. Adult, young adult and children's books and most audiovisuals are $1 or less. Better books are $2 and up. Cash or check accepted; parking is free. Proceeds benefit the Springfield-Greene County Library District. - Racing to Read Storytime
For infants-age 6.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.- 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
- 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room
- Book Discussion
The Library Center meeting room B
1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. for adults.
"Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt. - Book Discussion
Fair Grove Branch Library
1 p.m. for adults.
"The Reading List" by Sara Nisha Adams. - Willard Page Turners
Willard Branch Library community room
2:30 p.m. for adults.
"The Child Finder" by Rene Denfeld. - What's Up Wednesdays
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Teen Room
3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 6-12.
You never know what might happen on Wednesdays in the Teen Room. Each week we'll surprise you with fun activities! We might do arts and crafts, play board games, do silly experiments, sing karaoke or take a trip to the Maker Space. - Teen Board Game Night
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades 6-12.
Like board games? Play some of your favorites at the Library. - Conversation Circles
The Library Center meeting room B
6 p.m. for adults.
Is English your second language? Practice your English speaking skills and meet new people while we talk, listen and learn in conversation circles. Circles will be led by Missouri State University Assistant Professor of English Dr. Suneeta Thomas. Adult and student speakers of all languages are welcome. Each session will begin with a different theme.
Cooking and Family Gatherings. - 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.
"Dead Poets Society," rated PG.
Thursday, September 15, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
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. - Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale
Offsite E*Plex Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant Ave.
10 a.m.-8 p.m. for all ages.
Load up on bargain-priced books, DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, vinyl records, games and puzzles. Adult, young adult and children's books and most audiovisuals are $1 or less. Better books are $2 and up. Cash or check accepted; parking is free. Proceeds benefit the Springfield-Greene County Library District. - Internet Basics
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Learn how to navigate the internet using your browser's menus and toolbars. Access websites by typing in a web address or using search engines. Learn how to change your home page and add a website to your favorites.
Call 417-837-5011. - 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.
Maui. Take a trip to Maui, Hawaii, with Library staff member Emily Hedden as she recounts her week spent on the island. Experience beautiful beaches, local cuisine and an adventure on the Road to Hana. Spectacular views and sunshine guaranteed . - Art After School
Strafford Branch Library community room
3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 6-12.
Need to destress in the new school year? Explore your creative side with low-stakes art projects. Materials will be provided. - Bricks and Books Club
The Library Center Story Hour Room
6:30 p.m. for grades 3-5.
Love books? Love LEGOs? We've got a club for you! Each month we'll read a book, chat about it and build something related to the book of the month.
"Dog Man 1" Discuss by Dav Pilkey and create a catapult. - An Introduction to Contract Bridge
The Library Center meeting room A
6:30 p.m.-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 August 25; call 417-883-5341. - Preserving the History of Springfield's Jewish Community
The Library Center auditorium
7 p.m. for adults.
Author and historian Dr. Mara Cohen Ioannides, who has traced the Jewish presence in Springfield to the Civil War, and Anne Marie Baker, head of Special Collections and Archives at Missouri State University Libraries, which houses the Ozarks Jewish Archives (OJA), will discuss efforts to preserve Springfield's Jewish history through photographs, oral histories, local organizational records and more. Books will be available for purchase and signing. A Preserving the Ozarks event.
Friday, September 16, 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. - Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale
Offsite E*Plex Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant Ave.
10 a.m.-8 p.m. for all ages.
Load up on bargain-priced books, DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, vinyl records, games and puzzles. Adult, young adult and children's books and most audiovisuals are $1 or less. Better books are $2 and up. Cash or check accepted; parking is free. Proceeds benefit the Springfield-Greene County Library District. - 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. - Open Lab
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-5 p.m. for adults.
Drop by the Computer Training Center any Friday afternoon to brush up on office skills like keyboarding, word processing, Excel spreadsheets and more. Interactive video lessons assess your skill level and allow you to learn at your own pace. No appointment needed. Can't make it on Friday? Call 417-837-5011 to schedule an appointment. - 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, September 17, 2022
- Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale
Offsite E*Plex Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant Ave.
10 a.m.-5 p.m. for all ages.
Load up on bargain-priced books, DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, vinyl records, games and puzzles. Adult, young adult and children's books and most audiovisuals are $1 or less. Better books are $2 and up. Cash or check accepted; parking is free. Proceeds benefit the Springfield-Greene County Library District.
Half-Price Day. - "Marion Hedgepeth: Missouri's Forgotten Outlaw"
Republic Branch Library community room
10:30 a.m. for grade 5-adults.
Library Assistant Dean Barker will discuss his book, "Marion Hedgepeth: Missouri’s Forgotten Outlaw." Hedgepeth grew up near Prairie Home, Missouri, in the late 1800s and embarked on a life of crime that brought him national notoriety, but he is all but forgotten among Missouri's famous outlaws. Dean, who taught history for 24 years at Prairie Home, will unravel the myths surrounding Hedgepeth. Books will be available for purchase and signing. - 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. - Seeding a Healthy Life: Fruits and Veggies for the Holidays
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 during this presentation by Sherri Hull, nutrition educator with the Greene County MU Extension Office. It’s important to eat a rainbow of fruits and vegetables every day, including holidays! Learn how to make tasty, healthy holiday fare and the recommended amounts of fruits and veggies for your daily diet. We'll also talk about composting and decomposition. Fresh produce samples provided by Springfield Community Gardens. A Seeding a Healthy Life event.
Registration starts September 3; call 417-862-0135. - Autumn String Art
The Library Center meeting room A
2 p.m.-4 p.m. for adults.
Create a pumpkin by stringing embroidery thread and take home a new piece of fall decor. Materials will be provided.
Registration starts September 5; call 417-883-5341. - The Fairgrounds & Beyond: Auto Racing in the Ozarks
The Library Center auditorium
2 p.m. for adults.
While there is a long tradition of auto racing in the Ozarks, much of its physical history such as photographs, programs and memorabilia, is held in private hands. Join Local History Associate Michael Price to learn how the Library partnered with former drivers, photographers, track promoters and the Ozarks Area Racers Foundation to preserve this important part of Ozarks history. A Preserving the Ozarks event.
Sunday, September 18, 2022
- Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale
Offsite E*Plex Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant Ave.
1 p.m.-5 p.m. for all ages.
Load up on bargain-priced books, DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, vinyl records, games and puzzles. Adult, young adult and children's books and most audiovisuals are $1 or less. Better books are $2 and up. Cash or check accepted; parking is free. Proceeds benefit the Springfield-Greene County Library District.
Bag Day. Everything you can jam in a sack is only $1, or $5 from the Better Books side. - Schweitzer Brentwood's Got Talent!
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
2 p.m.-4 p.m. for all ages.
Celebrate the abundance of talent in our community as you watch your friends and neighbors perform in our neighborhood talent show!
Monday, September 19, 2022
- Storytime at Doling Park
Offsite Doling Park, 301 E. Talmage St.
10 a.m. for infants-age 6 .
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. - Internet Safety
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
10 a.m.-noon for adults.
Learn what to do to protect yourself and your computer when you are connected to the internet. Learn about anti-virus programs, internet privacy, how to keep your personal information safe and create secure passwords.
Call 417-837-5011. - Car & Car Seat Safety
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
10:30 a.m.-noon for adults.
SAFE Kids Springfield will share car and car seat safety tips to help keep the whole family safe on the road. - Puzzle Party
Fair Grove Branch Library
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for grades 5-12.
Explore cryptic, logic, math, word and, of course, jigsaw puzzles at our Puzzle Party! Bring your friends to help you put the pieces together and your own age appropriate puzzle to share, or solve ours. Puzzles and snacks will be provided. - Stories Together
The Library Station Story Hour Room
6 p.m. for infants-age 6.
Join your favorite library staff and our friends from Springfield Public Schools Parents as Teachers for songs, stories and playtime. We'll have lots of fun and families will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about their children's development. Come play with us! - Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
The Library Center 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. - We Need to Talk: About Homelessness (Virtual Reality Experience)
The Library Center auditorium
6:30 p.m. for adults.
Using virtual reality headsets, immerse yourself in "We Live Here," a first-person perspective on experiencing homelessness, followed by a conversation to reflect on the experience led by Adam Bodendieck, director of homeless services at Community Partnership of the Ozarks. Provided in partnership with Community Partnership of the Ozarks.
Registration starts September 6; call 417-616-0683.
Tuesday, September 20, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
The Library Center Story Hour Room
9:30 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. - Stories in the Park
Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion in case of rain. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation 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. - 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. - 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. The Library Center Story Hour Room
- 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
- 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room
- Ash Grove Bibliophiles
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
1:30 p.m. for adults.
"The Personal Librarian" by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. - 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, September 21, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
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.- Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
- Republic Branch Library community room
- Exploring Genealogy
The Library Center auditorium
10 a.m. for adults.
Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.
What Am I Missing? Recognizing Research Holes in Available Sources. Performing reasonably exhaustive research assumes researchers recognize the resources available to solve a research question and understand the limits of each of those resources. This lecture by Patti Lee Hobbs, Certified Genealogist, helps to navigate the pitfalls. - Racing to Read Storytime
For infants-age 6.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.- 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
- 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room
- What's Up Wednesdays
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Teen Room
3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 6-12.
You never know what might happen on Wednesdays in the Teen Room. Each week we'll surprise you with fun activities! We might do arts and crafts, play board games, do silly experiments, sing karaoke or take a trip to the Maker Space. - Conversation Circles
The Library Center meeting room B
6 p.m. for adults.
Is English your second language? Practice your English speaking skills and meet new people while we talk, listen and learn in conversation circles. Circles will be led by Missouri State University Assistant Professor of English Dr. Suneeta Thomas. Adult and student speakers of all languages are welcome. Each session will begin with a different theme.
Animals and the Outdoors. - Developing Your Brand Strategy
6 p.m. for adults.
Brand strategy is a crucial step that many businesses miss out on at the beginning. Having a solid brand strategy means knowing who you are as a company - your persona, your brand position, your brand personality, tone and messaging pillars. When you've established a brand strategy, you have a blueprint for visual marketing, copywriting and all of your marketing efforts moving forward. Brand strategist Nicholas Carita will share tactics for developing your brand strategy. Presented in partnership with Southwest Missouri SCORE. Register to attend in person or virtually by clicking below; a link to the virtual event will be shared with registered participants.- Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
Registration starts September 8. - Virtual
Registration starts September 8.
Go to program page
- Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
Thursday, September 22, 2022
- Library Playdate
Strafford Branch Library
10 a.m.-noon for infants-age 6.
Come to the library for a playdate! We'll have fun activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Drop in for fun and get to know other families. - Racing to Read Storytime
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
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. - Google Tools
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Learn to use Google tools including Gmail, Google Meet, Google Drive, Calendar, Docs and Sheets, and how to access your files across devices. Understand what the "cloud" is and how to use it for sharing your files and storing them online.
Call 417-837-5011. - Afternoon Book Discussion
The Library Station Santa Fe Room
1:30 p.m. for adults.
"The Mystery of Mrs. Christie" by Marie Benedict. - Communities Reading Together Book Club
Offsite BookMarx Book Store, 325 E. Walnut St.
5:30 p.m. for adults.
Meet with your neighbors to read books that have recently been in the news. We'll discuss the book, reasons for the item being banned or challenged and ideas surrounding intellectual freedom. Teens age 15 and older are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian. - Preserve Fresh Herbs for Winter
The Library Station Santa Fe Room
6 p.m. for adults.
Find ideas and inspiration for preserving your fresh herbs before winter puts them to sleep. A Seeding a Healthy Life event. - Teen Volunteer Council Recruitment Dinner
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
6 p.m. for grades 9-12.
Make a difference! If you need volunteer hours for school, college applications, a job reference, and/or you want to connect with like-minded friends, have dinner with us and learn how our teen volunteers make a difference at the Schweitzer Brentwood Branch. Now in its second year, membership in this great group will benefit you, the Library and your community.
Registration starts September 1; call 417-883-1974. - Sequiota Park History Walk
Offsite Sequiota Park, 3500 S. Lone Pine Ave.
6 p.m. for adults.
Enjoy an evening stroll through Sequiota Park while park and library staff share stories about the park's history, landmarks and organizations, as well as efforts to preserve the story of Sequiota Park and all it has to offer for future generations. Meet at the main entrance gate. Call or visit the link below to register. A Preserving the Ozarks event.
Registration starts September 1; call 417-833-8647.
Go to program page - An Introduction to Contract Bridge
The Library Center meeting room A
6:30 p.m.-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 August 25; call 417-883-5341. - "New Releases and Old Excuses" with Todd Parnell
The Library Center auditorium
7 p.m. for adults.
Author Todd Parnell turned his solitary days of the pandemic into a productive time, writing two books set in the Ozarks. He'll discuss "The Posse, A Story of Love and Resistance," a tale of love gone right, and economic development gone wrong; and "Cure," that asks "What if the cure for the coronavirus could be found in your own backyard?" Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Call 417-882-0714.
Friday, September 23, 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. - 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. - Open Lab
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-5 p.m. for adults.
Drop by the Computer Training Center any Friday afternoon to brush up on office skills like keyboarding, word processing, Excel spreadsheets and more. Interactive video lessons assess your skill level and allow you to learn at your own pace. No appointment needed. Can't make it on Friday? Call 417-837-5011 to schedule an appointment. - 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. - Teen Anime Night
The Library Station Frisco Room
6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. for age 14-grade 12.
Munch on snacks while we watch some of our favorite anime, rated TV-14 or under, on Crunchyroll! Snacks provided at these Teen Night events. - K-Pop and Cake Pops
The Library Center auditorium
6:30 p.m. for grades 6-12.
Calling all K-pop superfans! Enjoy a sweet treat while we talk about your favorite K-pop idol groups and do other fandom activities like button making! Snacks and materials will be provided.
Saturday, September 24, 2022
- Guided Nature Walks
Offsite Brookline Park, 2696 E Sawyer Road
10:30 a.m. for families with kids in grades K-5.
Join local naturalists and library staff for guided nature walks through Brookline Park. Each session, enjoy a walk through the woods while learning and discovering new things along the way, relax afterward by enjoying stories with library staff at the park's pavilion. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.
Beautiful Birds.
Registration starts September 3; call 417-732-7284. - "Ozark Voices: Oral Histories from the Heartland"
The Library Center auditorium
2 p.m. for adults.
Travel deep into the Ozarks with historian Alex Primm, author of "Ozark Voices: Oral Histories from the Heartland," as he revisits humorous and heartening stories from his more than 40 years partnering with organizations such as the Missouri Department of Conservation and the US Forest Service to interview people across the Ozark Mountains and capture their unique perspectives on the region's landscape and inhabitants. From midwives to woodcarvers to moonshiners, experience how the oral tradition plays an integral role in Ozarks culture. Books will be available for purchase and signing. A Preserving the Ozarks event. - Introduction to Laser Engraving: Wooden Magnets
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
2 p.m.-4 p.m. for adults.
Display your notes in style with a personalized wooden magnet. Library staff will teach you how to design and print using the Glowforge Laser Engraver. Materials will be provided.
Registration starts September 9; call 417-837-5011. - We Need to Talk: About Homelessness (Virtual Reality Experience)
The Library Station Frisco & Santa Fe Rooms
2 p.m. for adults.
Using virtual reality headsets, immerse yourself in "We Live Here," a first-person perspective on experiencing homelessness, followed by a conversation to reflect on the experience led by Adam Bodendieck, director of homeless services at Community Partnership of the Ozarks. Provided in partnership with Community Partnership of the Ozarks.
Registration starts September 6; call 417-616-0683. - Cookbook Book Club
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
3 p.m. for adults.
Whatcha got cookin'? 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, kitchen gadgets and all things delicious. All experience levels welcome, food pictures encouraged!
Sunday, September 25, 2022
- STEAM Explorers
The Library Center Story Hour Room
1:30 p.m. for grades K-2.
Enjoy a story and explore related STEAM activities.
Registration starts September 12; call 417-616-0526. - STEAM Explorers
The Library Center Story Hour Room
3 p.m. for grades 3-5.
Enjoy a story and explore related STEAM activities.
Registration starts September 12; call 417-616-0526. - Remembering the Normal Heart Controversy
Offsite Moxie Cinema, 305 S. Campbell Ave. #101
5 p.m. for adults.
"Remembering the Normal Heart Controversy in Springfield, Missouri'' documents how the Missouri State University Theatre Department's fall 1989 decision to produce the play "The Normal Heart," about the politics and early stages of the AIDS epidemic, caused a controversy that escalated to the national stage. Watch a free screening of this documentary and join Executive Producer Patty Moore afterwards for a panel discussion featuring journalists, archivists and others who were there as they discuss how the episode galvanized the local LGBTQIA+ community and efforts to preserve Springfield's LGBTQIA+ history. A Preserving the Ozarks event.
Monday, September 26, 2022
- Storytime at Doling Park
Offsite Doling Park, 301 E. Talmage St.
10 a.m. for infants-age 6 .
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. - Microsoft Word Basics
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
10 a.m.-noon for adults.
Learn the basics of Microsoft Word: create, edit and save documents, change font size, style and color, create lists and use spell-check to edit documents.
Call 417-837-5011. - Stories Together
The Library Center auditorium
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Join your favorite library staff and our friends from Springfield Public Schools Parents as Teachers for songs, stories and playtime. We'll have lots of fun and families will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about their children's development. Come play with us! - Pirate Party
Willard Branch Library community room
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for grades 3-6.
Wear your best pirate attire, enjoy a tale from the high seas and create your own sunken pirate treasure bottle. Materials will be provided. - Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
The Library Center 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.
Tuesday, September 27, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
The Library Center Story Hour Room
9:30 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. - Stories in the Park
Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion in case of rain. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation 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. - 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. - 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. The Library Center Story Hour Room
- 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
- 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room
- The Impact of the Entrepreneurial Mindset: Then & Now with Clifton Taulbert
Offsite The efactory, 405 N. Jefferson Ave
1 p.m. for adults.
Clifton Taulbert sees the words "gumption" and "entrepreneurial thinking" as a clarion call to individual and corporate action – imagining beyond what we know and see. The Time Magazine-recognized entrepreneur will take us on a journey to show how imagination ignites innovation, starting with his childhood in the Mississippi Delta where his uncle operated an icehouse, to fitness centers around the world where Taulbert's Stairmaster exercise system maintains prominence. In the Jay Wasson Idea Loft. Click on the link below to register. Sponsored by the Missouri Small Business Development Center at Missouri State University, The efactory and Multicultural Business Association.
Registration starts September 14.
Go to program page - Starlight Storytime
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
6:30 p.m. for infants-age 6.
Wind down the day with stories, songs and friends at the library.
Stories Around the Campfire. - 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. - Our Destination: An Engaged Community; Our GPS Navigator: Unselfishness
The Library Center auditorium
6:30 p.m. for adults.
Cliffton Taulbert grew up on the Mississippi Delta during an era of legal segregation and few opportunities, and went on to be a successful businessman and author, traveling the world from China to Australia speaking on the power of community to positively transform lives and relationships. He'll share his Eight Habits of the Heart - nurturing attitude, responsibility, dependability, friendship, sisterhood/brotherhood, high expectations, courage and hope - as a foundation of an engaged community. Sponsored by the Library Foundation.
Wednesday, September 28, 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 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
- 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
- 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room
- What's Up Wednesdays
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Teen Room
3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 6-12.
You never know what might happen on Wednesdays in the Teen Room. Each week we'll surprise you with fun activities! We might do arts and crafts, play board games, do silly experiments, sing karaoke or take a trip to the Maker Space. - Reading Pals
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
3:30 p.m. for all ages.
Practice your reading and get some puppy love! Thanks to the dog families from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks for bringing their certified therapy dogs to support readers of all ages.
Registration starts September 14; call 417-616-0703. - Teen Board Game Night
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades 6-12.
Like board games? Play some of your favorites at the Library. - Conversation Circles
The Library Center meeting room B
6 p.m. for adults.
Is English your second language? Practice your English speaking skills and meet new people while we talk, listen and learn in conversation circles. Circles will be led by Missouri State University Assistant Professor of English Dr. Suneeta Thomas. Adult and student speakers of all languages are welcome. Each session will begin with a different theme.
Activities Around Town.
Thursday, September 29, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
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. - Microsoft Excel Basics
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Learn how to create and use spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. Add data to a spreadsheet, perform calculations and set up spreadsheets for printing.
Call 417-837-5011. - Hobbit Door Wreath
The Library Station Frisco Room
6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. for adults.
Learn how to make a hobbit door wreath and bring a little of the Shire home with you! Materials will be provided.
Registration starts September 15; call 417-616-0683. - An Introduction to Contract Bridge
The Library Center meeting room A
6:30 p.m.-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 August 25; call 417-883-5341. - Lucile Morris Upton: Preserving an Ozarks Past
The Library Center auditorium
7 p.m. for adults.
Newspaperwoman Lucile Morris Upton spent her life sharing the stories, sounds and historic sites of an Ozarks past, notably in her newspaper columns, The Good Old Days and Over the Ozarks, which collected culture, history and folklore from people across the region. OzarksWatch Managing Editor Susan Croce Kelly uses personal papers, correspondence, unpublished manuscripts and family stories to recount Lucile's lifelong passion to preserve the past for future historians and history lovers. A Preserving the Ozarks event.
Friday, September 30, 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. - 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. - Open Lab
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-5 p.m. for adults.
Drop by the Computer Training Center any Friday afternoon to brush up on office skills like keyboarding, word processing, Excel spreadsheets and more. Interactive video lessons assess your skill level and allow you to learn at your own pace. No appointment needed. Can't make it on Friday? Call 417-837-5011 to schedule an appointment. - 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, October 1, 2022
- Craft & Tell
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
10:30 a.m. for adults.
Spend an hour working on your own craft project, or begin something new while chatting with fellow crafters. If you enjoy the fiber arts, needlework, drawing, or any other craft that is portable, quiet and doesn't make a mess, this group is for you! - Socktober Storytime
Park Central Branch Library
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library. - Racing to Read Storytime
Park Central Branch Library
10:30 a.m. for ages 3-6.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read. - Plant Swap
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
2 p.m.-4 p.m. for adults.
Grow your jungle! Bring one or more of your own houseplants, succulents, cactus plants, cuttings or garden seedlings to swap with your neighbors. Remember to bring small containers or jars to carry your new plant pups home.
Monday, October 3, 2022
- Meet the Computer
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
10 a.m.-noon for adults.
Learn the basics of computers including using a mouse and a keyboard. Understand the difference between left clicking and right clicking. Learn to open programs and files. Use the mouse to double-click, scroll and click and drag. This class is for beginners.
Call 417-837-5011. - Stories Together
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Join your favorite library staff and our friends from Springfield Public Schools Parents as Teachers for songs, stories and playtime. We'll have lots of fun and families will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about their children's development. Come play with us! - Spider-Man Celebration
Willard Branch Library community room
2:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. for age 13-grade 12.
Dress up in your favorite superhero costume and watch "Spider-Man: Far From Home," rated PG-13. Snacks provided. - Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
The Library Center 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.
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
The Library Center Story Hour Room
9:30 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. - Stories in the Park
Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion in case of rain. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department. - Socktober Storytime
Strafford Branch Library community room
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library. - 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. - 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. - Socktober Storytime
Willard Branch Library community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library. - 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. The Library Center Story Hour Room
- 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
- 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room
- Warm Hearts Fiber Arts
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
4 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 own project or collaborate to make donations to help those in need. All levels of experience are welcome. - 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, October 5, 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 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
- 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
- Socktober Storytime
Fair Grove Branch Library community room
11 a.m. for infants-age 6.
It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library. - Racing to Read Storytime
Fair Grove Branch Library community room
11 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. - What's Up Wednesdays
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Teen Room
3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 6-12.
You never know what might happen on Wednesdays in the Teen Room. Each week we'll surprise you with fun activities! We might do arts and crafts, play board games, do silly experiments, sing karaoke or take a trip to the Maker Space. - Teen Board Game Night
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades 6-12.
Like board games? Play some of your favorites at the Library. - Introduction to Mahjong
The Library Center meeting room A
6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. for adults.
Japanese mahjong, also known as riichi mahjong, is an ancient four-player tile game of skill, strategy and luck. Midwest Mahjong coordinator Mitchell Northern will give an introductory course over four consecutive Wednesday evenings with time at the end to play and practice the game.
Registration starts September 21; call 417-883-5341.
Thursday, October 6, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
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. - Finding Files
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Learn to save, organize, copy, move, rename, delete, find and manage files and folders on your computer or external storage device.
Call 417-837-5011. - 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 September 22; 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.
"Miss Benson's Beetle" by Rachel Joyce. - Welcome to the United States of Cryptids
The Library Center auditorium
7 p.m. for adults.
Mysterious monsters lurk in the dark forests, deep lakes and sticky swamps of all fifty states. From the infamous Jersey Devil to the obscure Snallygaster, travel writer and chronicler of the strange J. W. Ocker not only uncovers the bizarre stories of these creatures but investigates the ways in which communities have celebrated their local cryptids with festivals, statues and museums. Ocker will take you on a fun, frightening, fascinating tour through American folklore and history, exploring not just the stories we tell about monsters but also what stories of monsters say about us. Books will be available for purchase and signing. This "Oh, The Horror!" event is sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Friday, October 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. - "Leaves" StoryWalk®
Offsite Ash Grove City Park, 300 W. Parkway St.
10:30 a.m.-noon for infants-age 6.
Enjoy the changing colors of autumn with a stroll through our "Leaves" StoryWalk® and go on a leaf hunt with Library staff. The StoryWalk® will be available at Ash Grove City Park from October 4-17. StoryWalks® are a fun way for families to enjoy the outdoors while reading the pages of a book posted along a short walking path. - 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. - Open Lab
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-5 p.m. for adults.
Drop by the Computer Training Center any Friday afternoon to brush up on office skills like keyboarding, word processing, Excel spreadsheets and more. Interactive video lessons assess your skill level and allow you to learn at your own pace. No appointment needed. Can't make it on Friday? Call 417-837-5011 to schedule an appointment. - 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.
Concordance: Paintings by Andrew Batcheller.
Saturday, October 8, 2022
- 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.
"Gallant" by V.E. Schwab. - Librarykins Playgroup
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
11 a.m. for kids ages 3-7 and their caregivers.
Kids and their caregivers can make new friends at the library! We’ll provide lots of toys, books and activities to encourage socialization and cooperative play. Coffee and tea will be provided; feel free to bring a snack or lunch. - Fix-It Fair
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
noon-4 p.m. for adults.
Give your household appliances, bikes and even clothes a new lease on life and reduce waste while learning a valuable repair skill. Volunteer fixers will help you repair your fixable items. No oversized, gas-powered items or safety hazards. Presented with Community Partnership of the Ozarks. - STEAM Explorers
The Library Station Story Hour Room
2 p.m. for grades 1-5.
Enjoy scientific exploration, exciting challenges and educational play with science, technology, engineering, art and math! Materials will be provided.
Spooky STEAM! These hands-on activities are creepy and fun. - Mason Jar Luminaries
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
2 p.m. for adults.
Create a colorful, autumn-themed mason jar luminary to light the darkening evenings. Materials will be provided.
Registration starts September 24; call 417-883-1974.
Sunday, October 9, 2022
- Second Sunday Concerts
The Library Center auditorium
2 p.m. for adults.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Juanita Lee and Kenny Key sing duets of their favorite country, folk and pop songs featuring guitar and rich harmonious vocals .
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
The Library Center Story Hour Room
9:30 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. - Stories in the Park
Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion in case of rain. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation 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. - 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. - 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. The Library Center Story Hour Room
- 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community 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 contemporary, cozy to thriller, series and standalone.
"The Mystery of Mrs. Christie" by Marie Benedict. - Get Slimed!
Strafford Branch Library
3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. for grades K-5.
Become a slime master chef with slime mixes, including edible slime, at our recipe stations and choose which one you like the best. Fill a plastic egg and take home your very own slime surprise! Materials will be provided. - 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.
"The Daughter of Doctor Moreau" by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. An "Oh, The Horror!" event. - Evening Book Discussion
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
6:30 p.m. for adults.
"The Daughter of Doctor Moreau" by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. An "Oh, The Horror!" event. - 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. - Ozarks Fairy & Folk Tales
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
7 p.m. for adults.
Local hills have long been filled with lore and legends—from mysterious monsters and tall tales to strange customs and characters. Local artists Sandi Green-Baker and Andrew and Re Baker-Dietz, and filmmakers Paul Simmons and Nikki Richardson Simmons of Mood Ring Films, will share a multimedia evening of storytelling featuring folk songs, short films and crankies—a century-old storytelling tradition using music, theatrics and art. This "Oh, the Horror!" event is sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
- Socktober Storytime
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library. - Racing to Read Storytime
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.- Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
- Republic Branch Library community room
- Socktober Storytime
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library. - Racing to Read Storytime
For infants-age 6.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.- 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
- 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room
- Book Discussion
The Library Center meeting room B
1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. for adults.
"The Lioness" by Chris Bohjalian. - Book Discussion
Fair Grove Branch Library
1 p.m. for adults.
"Hey, Kiddo" by Jarrett J. Krosoczka. - Willard Page Turners
Willard Branch Library community room
2:30 p.m. for adults.
"The Girl in the Red Coat" by Kate Hamer. - What's Up Wednesdays
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Teen Room
3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 6-12.
You never know what might happen on Wednesdays in the Teen Room. Each week we'll surprise you with fun activities! We might do arts and crafts, play board games, do silly experiments, sing karaoke or take a trip to the Maker Space. - Introduction to Mahjong
The Library Center meeting room A
6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. for adults.
Japanese mahjong, also known as riichi mahjong, is an ancient four-player tile game of skill, strategy and luck. Midwest Mahjong coordinator Mitchell Northern will give an introductory course over four consecutive Wednesday evenings with time at the end to play and practice the game.
Registration starts September 21; call 417-883-5341. - 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.
"Donnie Darko," rated R.
Thursday, October 13, 2022
- Socktober Storytime
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library. - Racing to Read Storytime
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
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. - Learning Windows 10
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Learn about the Windows 10 operating system. Explore the Start Menu and Settings menu, and learn how to customize your computer. Use tiles to launch apps and to access other programs on the computer.
Call 417-837-5011. - Book Discussion
Republic Branch Library community room
2 p.m. for adults.
"The Dirty Life: A Memoir of Farming, Food and Love" by Karen Kimball. A Seeding a Healthy Life event. - Art After School
Fair Grove Branch Library
3 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades K-4.
Drop in to learn about a new artist each month and create a project in that artist's style. Materials will be provided. - Art After School
Strafford Branch Library community room
3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 6-12.
Need to destress in the new school year? Explore your creative side with low-stakes art projects. Materials will be provided. - Bricks and Books Club
The Library Center Story Hour Room
6:30 p.m. for grades 3-5.
Love books? Love LEGOs? We've got a club for you! Each month we'll read a book, chat about it and build something related to the book of the month.
"A Wish in the Dark" Chat about by Christina Soontornvat and build boats. - Folklore (and More) in the Ozarks
The Library Center auditorium
7 p.m. for adults.
Folk traditions – from music to stories to superstitions and more – have long created a unique sense of culture in the Ozarks. Join Ozarks Alive's Kaitlyn McConnell to learn more about some of these distinctive moments, both past and present, that have helped define the region. Books will be available for purchase and signing. This "Oh, the Horror!" event is sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Friday, October 14, 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. - Northview Center Book Discussion
Offsite Northview Center, 301 E. Talmage St.
10:30 a.m. for age 55 and older.
Chat about our monthly title with other readers at this library-sponsored book group just for older adults.
"Piranesi" by Susanna Clarke. - 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. - Open Lab
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-5 p.m. for adults.
Drop by the Computer Training Center any Friday afternoon to brush up on office skills like keyboarding, word processing, Excel spreadsheets and more. Interactive video lessons assess your skill level and allow you to learn at your own pace. No appointment needed. Can't make it on Friday? Call 417-837-5011 to schedule an appointment. - 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.
Call 417-831-1342. - Escape the Studio
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
6 p.m. for grades 3-7.
An art studio is hiding a big secret and we need your help figuring out what it is. Resident artist, Art Nouveau, was preparing for an art exhibit at the Schweitzer Brentwood Branch when he disappeared leaving only a one word clue! Calling all super sleuths to search for clues and complete puzzles to solve this mystery. Your hard work will be deliciously rewarded.
Registration starts October 1; call 417-883-1974. - 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.
Teen Art Club: Calling all artists! Make, practice or try new techniques using library materials. No art experience required.
Saturday, October 15, 2022
- Harry Potter Yoga
Offsite Ward Downtown YMCA, 417 S. Jefferson Ave.
10 a.m. for grade 6-adults.
Wands at the ready! Ignite your patronus with this playful, Potter-themed yoga class. In partnership with the Ward Downtown YMCA, yoga instructor Amanda Davis will lead this free class to help you build your flexibility, strength and mindfulness. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and bring their own yoga mat.
Registration starts October 1; call 417-831-1342. - The Young Brothers Massacre
Republic Branch Library community room
10:30 a.m. for grade 5-adults.
On the afternoon of January 2, 1932, ten lawmen and one civilian headed to the western outskirts of Springfield to arrest two brothers, known to be small-time car thieves and one suspected of murder. Within 45 minutes of their arrival at the small quiet farmhouse, six officers were dead, with an enraged community asking why. Author and storyteller Tim Ritter provides a twisting, winding tale of what happened. Books will be available for purchase and signing. - Guided Nature Walks
Offsite Brookline Park, 2696 E Sawyer Road
10:30 a.m. for families with kids in grades K-5.
Join local naturalists and library staff for guided nature walks through Brookline Park. Each session, enjoy a walk through the woods while learning and discovering new things along the way, relax afterward by enjoying stories with library staff at the park's pavilion. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.
Wonderful Plants & Wildflowers.
Registration starts September 24; call 417-732-7284. - 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. - Stories Around the Globe
The Library Station Story Hour Room
11 a.m. for age 3-grade 2.
Enjoy stories, songs and fun hands-on activities celebrating people around the world! Experience other cultures during the Mini Tour of the Globe on Friday, October 21, for all ages. - What's Popping in the Heirloom Seed Garden
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for families with children of all ages.
It's a popcorn party! Enjoy delicious, easy-to-make popcorn recipes while Springfield Community Gardens shares information on how to grow beautiful Glass Gem popcorn. A Seeding a Healthy Life event.
Monday, October 17, 2022
- Halloween Vinyl Stickers
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-adults.
Learn how to operate the US Cutter SC2 and create a Halloween-themed vinyl sticker silhouette for your water bottle, car window or trick-or-treat bag. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration starts October 3; call 417-837-5011. - Internet Basics
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
10 a.m.-noon for adults.
Learn how to navigate the internet using your browser's menus and toolbars. Access websites by typing in a web address or using search engines. Learn how to change your home page and add a website to your favorites.
Call 417-837-5011. - Puzzle Party
Fair Grove Branch Library
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for grades 5-12.
Explore cryptic, logic, math, word and, of course, jigsaw puzzles at our Puzzle Party! Bring your friends to help you put the pieces together and your own age appropriate puzzle to share, or solve ours. Puzzles and snacks will be provided. - Stories Together
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
6 p.m. for infants-age 6.
Join your favorite library staff and our friends from Springfield Public Schools Parents as Teachers for songs, stories and playtime. We'll have lots of fun and families will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about their children's development. Come play with us! - Socktober Storytime
The Library Center Story Hour Room
6:30 p.m. for infants-age 6.
It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library. - Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
The Library Center 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.
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
- Halloween Vinyl Stickers
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-adults.
Learn how to operate the US Cutter SC2 and create a Halloween-themed vinyl sticker silhouette for your water bottle, car window or trick-or-treat bag. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration starts October 3; call 417-837-5011. - Socktober Storytime
The Library Center Story Hour Room
9:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library. - Racing to Read Storytime
The Library Center Story Hour Room
9:30 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. - Stories in the Park
Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion in case of rain. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department. - Socktober Storytime
Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library. - 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. - 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. - Socktober Storytime
The Library Center Story Hour Room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library. - 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. The Library Center Story Hour Room
- 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
- 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room
- Ash Grove Bibliophiles
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
1:30 p.m. for adults.
"The Other Einstein" by Marie Benedict. - Business Model Canvas and the Value Proposition for Strategic Planning
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. for adults.
A strong business model is a roadmap for your venture. It provides the business case that you need when meeting with investors and other experts, contributes to your long-term success and helps you avoid costly mistakes. Learn about the Lean Canvas approach to creating a business model, including how to describe your business, ideal customers, product attributes, marketing and value proposition. This quick method of attacking business development will save you time and help you focus on critical assumptions. Presented in partnership with Southwest Missouri SCORE. Visit the link below or call to register.
Registration starts October 4; call 417-883-1974.
Go to program page - 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, October 19, 2022
- Halloween Vinyl Stickers
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-adults.
Learn how to operate the US Cutter SC2 and create a Halloween-themed vinyl sticker silhouette for your water bottle, car window or trick-or-treat bag. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration starts October 3; call 417-837-5011. - Socktober Storytime
Republic Branch Library community room
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library. - Racing to Read Storytime
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.- Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
- Republic Branch Library community room
- Exploring Genealogy
The Library Center auditorium
10 a.m. for adults.
Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.
Searching for the Edwards Trace. Tracy Garrison, genealogist and surveyor for over 30 years, will discuss the work of amateur archaeologists, local historians and surveyors to document the Edwards Trace in Illinois. First used by animals and then by Native Americans as an alternative to canoeing up the Illinois River from St. Louis to Peoria, it was also used during the War of 1812 and by early settlers moving northward into Illinois from St. Louis. - Racing to Read Storytime
For infants-age 6.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.- 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
- 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room
- What's Up Wednesdays
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Teen Room
3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 6-12.
You never know what might happen on Wednesdays in the Teen Room. Each week we'll surprise you with fun activities! We might do arts and crafts, play board games, do silly experiments, sing karaoke or take a trip to the Maker Space. - Teen Board Game Night
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades 6-12.
Like board games? Play some of your favorites at the Library. - Introduction to Mahjong
The Library Center meeting room A
6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. for adults.
Japanese mahjong, also known as riichi mahjong, is an ancient four-player tile game of skill, strategy and luck. Midwest Mahjong coordinator Mitchell Northern will give an introductory course over four consecutive Wednesday evenings with time at the end to play and practice the game.
Registration starts September 21; call 417-883-5341.
Thursday, October 20, 2022
- Halloween Vinyl Stickers
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-adults.
Learn how to operate the US Cutter SC2 and create a Halloween-themed vinyl sticker silhouette for your water bottle, car window or trick-or-treat bag. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration starts October 3; call 417-837-5011. - Library Playdate
Strafford Branch Library
10 a.m.-noon for infants-age 6.
Come to the library for a playdate! We'll have fun activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Drop in for fun and get to know other families. - Racing to Read Storytime
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
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. - Internet Safety
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Learn what to do to protect yourself and your computer when you are connected to the internet. Learn about anti-virus programs, internet privacy, how to keep your personal information safe and create secure passwords.
Call 417-837-5011. - 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.
South Dakota. Travel with Jim and Kathleen O'Dell as they explore the one-of-a-kind sights and spectacular landscapes of South Dakota by car and trail. Experience rustic cabins, rooftop camping and "glamping" as they tour Badlands National Park, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Custer State Park and the towns of Spearfish and Deadwood. - Game Night
Strafford Branch Library
4 p.m.-6 p.m. for adults.
Join us for a night of snacks and board games at the Library! - Made Here: Mother's Brewing Company
Offsite Mother's Brewing Company, 215 S. Grant Ave.
6 p.m. for age 21 and older only.
Take a peek behind the curtain of Springfield's Mother's Brewing Company to learn firsthand about the history of beer and the basic ingredients and processes used for brewing. A guided tasting at the tour's conclusion shows how these elements present themselves in the finished product. Please note: This tour is not air conditioned and involves approximately one hour of standing, walking and a short flight of stairs. Tasting is optional. Limited to 20 participants.
Registration starts October 11; call 417-616-0683. - "The Daughter of Doctor Moreau": A Conversation with Silvia Moreno-Garcia
The Library Center auditorium
7 p.m. for adults.
New York Times bestselling-author Silvia Moreno-Garcia discusses her new novel, "The Daughter of Doctor Moreau," which mixes action, romance and monsters to tell a compelling coming-of-age story set against the backdrop of 19th-century Mexico. Books will be available for purchase and signing after the event. This "Oh, the Horror!" event is sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Friday, October 21, 2022
- Halloween Vinyl Stickers
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-adults.
Learn how to operate the US Cutter SC2 and create a Halloween-themed vinyl sticker silhouette for your water bottle, car window or trick-or-treat bag. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration starts October 3; 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. - 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. - Open Lab
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-5 p.m. for adults.
Drop by the Computer Training Center any Friday afternoon to brush up on office skills like keyboarding, word processing, Excel spreadsheets and more. Interactive video lessons assess your skill level and allow you to learn at your own pace. No appointment needed. Can't make it on Friday? Call 417-837-5011 to schedule an appointment. - Pumpkin Painting
Willard Branch Library community room
1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. for grades 3-6.
Celebrate our sock drive by wearing your crazy socks while we enjoy a spooky story and paint pumpkins. Materials will be provided.
Registration starts October 14; call 417-742-4258. - Mini Tour of the Globe
The Library Station Frisco & Santa Fe Rooms
4 p.m.-6 p.m. for all ages.
Travel the globe in one afternoon at this come-and-go-event where Missouri State University international students will share art, dance, music and more from a diverse array of cultures. - 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. - "Young Frankenstein" at The Moxie
Offsite Moxie Cinema, 305 S. Campbell Ave. #101
8 p.m.-10 p.m. for adults.
Part homage and part parody of Universal Pictures 1930s monster movies, Mel Brooks’ "Young Frankenstein," rated PG, brings together comedy icons Gene Wilder, Peter Boyle and Cloris Leachman for an outrageously funny riff on Mary Shelley's novel "Frankenstein" that Brooks considered his finest film. Experience the horror comedy classic on the big screen during this special free presentation. This "Oh, the Horror!" event is sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Saturday, October 22, 2022
- Halloween Vinyl Stickers
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-adults.
Learn how to operate the US Cutter SC2 and create a Halloween-themed vinyl sticker silhouette for your water bottle, car window or trick-or-treat bag. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration starts October 3; call 417-837-5011. - So You Want to Get Involved in Local Government
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
10 a.m.-2 p.m. for grade 6-adults.
Local journalists and politicians will teach you how to get involved in your neighborhood association, school board and city council, run for local office and stay informed. - Spooky Terrariums
The Library Center Story Hour Room
2 p.m. for grades 3-6 .
Create your own spooky-themed terrarium. Materials will be provided.
Registration starts October 7; call 417-616-0526.
Monday, October 24, 2022
- Google Tools
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
10 a.m.-noon for adults.
Learn to use Google tools including Gmail, Google Meet, Google Drive, Calendar, Docs and Sheets, and how to access your files across devices. Understand what the "cloud" is and how to use it for sharing your files and storing them online.
Call 417-837-5011. - Stories Together
The Library Station Story Hour Room
6 p.m. for infants-age 6.
Join your favorite library staff and our friends from Springfield Public Schools Parents as Teachers for songs, stories and playtime. We'll have lots of fun and families will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about their children's development. Come play with us! - Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
The Library Center 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.
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
The Library Center Story Hour Room
9:30 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. - Stories in the Park
Offsite J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street, Republic
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Join your favorite children's librarians for a weekly, outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion in case of rain. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department. - Monster Mash Storytime
Strafford Branch Library
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
We'll have a frightfully good time with not-so-scary stories, a craft and a candy hunt. Costumes welcome! - 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. - 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. - Halloween Storytime
Willard Branch Library community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Dress up in your Halloween costume for stories around the "campfire." - Racing to Read Storytime
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.- The Library Center Story Hour Room
- Willard Branch Library community room
- Socktober Storytime
The Library Station Story Hour Room
11:15 a.m. for infants-age 6.
It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library. - 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. - Starlight Storytime
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
6:30 p.m. for infants-age 6.
Wind down the day with stories, songs and friends at the library.
Scaredy Cat Stories. - Socktober Storytime
The Library Station Story Hour Room
6:30 p.m. for infants-age 6.
It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library. - 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, October 26, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
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.- Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
- Republic Branch Library community room
- Halloween Storytime
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Celebrate Halloween at the library with spooky stories and activities. Costumes welcome! - Racing to Read Storytime
For infants-age 6.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.- 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
- 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room
- What's Up Wednesdays
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Teen Room
3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 6-12.
You never know what might happen on Wednesdays in the Teen Room. Each week we'll surprise you with fun activities! We might do arts and crafts, play board games, do silly experiments, sing karaoke or take a trip to the Maker Space. - Reading Pals
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
3:30 p.m. for all ages.
Practice your reading and get some puppy love! Thanks to the dog families from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks for bringing their certified therapy dogs to support readers of all ages.
Registration starts October 12; call 417-616-0703. - Introduction to Mahjong
The Library Center meeting room A
6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. for adults.
Japanese mahjong, also known as riichi mahjong, is an ancient four-player tile game of skill, strategy and luck. Midwest Mahjong coordinator Mitchell Northern will give an introductory course over four consecutive Wednesday evenings with time at the end to play and practice the game.
Registration starts September 21; call 417-883-5341.
Thursday, October 27, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
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. - Microsoft Word Basics
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Learn the basics of Microsoft Word: create, edit and save documents, change font size, style and color, create lists and use spell-check to edit documents.
Call 417-837-5011. - Afternoon Book Discussion
The Library Station Santa Fe Room
1:30 p.m. for adults.
"Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting" by Lisa Genova. - Communities Reading Together Book Club
Offsite BookMarx Book Store, 325 E. Walnut St.
5:30 p.m. for adults.
Meet with your neighbors to read books that have recently been in the news. We'll discuss the book, reasons for the item being banned or challenged and ideas surrounding intellectual freedom. Teens age 15 and older are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian. - Weaving Horror and History with Author Alma Katsu
The Library Center auditorium
7 p.m. for adults.
Whether reimagining the dread of the Donner Party's trek west ("The Hunger") or the terror of the Titanic's sinking ("The Deep"), acclaimed author Alma Katsu weaves the horrors of history into suspenseful supernatural tales. Alma will discuss her latest novel, "The Fervor," which entwines the story of World War II-era Japanese internment camps with elements of Japanese folklore, a mysterious contagion, government cover-ups and sharp social commentary on today's cultural climate. Books will be available for purchase and signing. This "Oh, the Horror!" event is sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Friday, October 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. - Socktober Storytime
The Library Station Story Hour Room
11:15 a.m. for infants-age 6.
It’s Socktober! The Library is partnering with Ambassadors for Children to collect socks for children and teens living with foster families in the area. Visit your favorite branch for a special Socktober Storytime and drop off new packages of socks in the collection bin. All sizes and styles are welcome. Donations accepted anytime October 1-31 at all library branches and the Mobile Library. - 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. - Open Lab
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-5 p.m. for adults.
Drop by the Computer Training Center any Friday afternoon to brush up on office skills like keyboarding, word processing, Excel spreadsheets and more. Interactive video lessons assess your skill level and allow you to learn at your own pace. No appointment needed. Can't make it on Friday? Call 417-837-5011 to schedule an appointment. - 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. - Teen Anime Night
The Library Station Frisco Room
6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. for age 14-grade 12.
Munch on snacks while we watch some of our favorite anime, rated TV-14 or under, on Crunchyroll! Snacks provided at these Teen Night events. - Little Terrarium of Horror
The Library Center auditorium
6:30 p.m. for grades 6-12.
Find out who's been lurking in the garden as you create your own haunted terrariums and talk about your favorite spooky reads! Materials will be provided.
Registration starts October 14; call 417-616-0526. - Night at the Haunted Library
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. for families with children of all ages.
Enjoy a spooktacular night of after-hours fun with creepy games, scary stories, crafts, treats and punch. Families welcome; all youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Saturday, October 29, 2022
- Monster Mash Costume Parade
The Library Station Children's Department
11 a.m. for all ages.
Show off your costume at our annual parade! We'll meet in the Children's Department for not-so-scary stories, then parade through the library and collect treats. - Cookbook Book Club
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
3 p.m. for adults.
Whatcha got cookin'? 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, kitchen gadgets and all things delicious. All experience levels welcome, food pictures encouraged!
Sunday, October 30, 2022
- STEAM Explorers
The Library Center Story Hour Room
1:30 p.m. for grades K-2.
Enjoy a story and explore related STEAM activities.
Registration starts October 11; call 417-616-0526. - STEAM Explorers
The Library Center Story Hour Room
3 p.m. for grades 3-5.
Enjoy a story and explore related STEAM activities.
Registration starts October 11; call 417-616-0526.
Monday, October 31, 2022
- Halloween Storytime
The Library Center auditorium
9:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Join us for a silly and not-so-spooky storytime followed by a costume parade around the library. - Microsoft Excel Basics
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
10 a.m.-noon for adults.
Learn how to create and use spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. Add data to a spreadsheet, perform calculations and set up spreadsheets for printing.
Call 417-837-5011. - Halloween Storytime
The Library Center auditorium
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Join us for a silly and not-so-spooky storytime followed by a costume parade around the library. - Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
The Library Center 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.
Tuesday, November 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.- 9:30 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
- 10 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
- 10 a.m. Strafford Branch Library community room
- 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. - 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. The Library Center Story Hour Room
- 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
- 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room
- Warm Hearts Fiber Arts
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
4 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 own project or collaborate to make donations to help those in need. All levels of experience are welcome. - 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, November 2, 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 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
- 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
- 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room
- What's Up Wednesdays
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Teen Room
3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 6-12.
You never know what might happen on Wednesdays in the Teen Room. Each week we'll surprise you with fun activities! We might do arts and crafts, play board games, do silly experiments, sing karaoke or take a trip to the Maker Space. - Teen Board Game Night
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades 6-12.
Like board games? Play some of your favorites at the Library. - A Different Vietnam War: Three True Stories
The Library Center auditorium
6:30 p.m. for adults.
Local Vietnam War veteran Larry Rottmann and retired Army officer Mike O’Brien will share their personal experiences of service in Vietnam including encounters with the opposition. Larry will also read from Nguyen Phan Que Mai’s 2020 novel "The Mountains Sing." Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Thursday, November 3, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
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. - Meet the Computer
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Learn the basics of computers including using a mouse and a keyboard. Understand the difference between left clicking and right clicking. Learn to open programs and files. Use the mouse to double-click, scroll and click and drag. This class is for beginners.
Call 417-837-5011. - 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 October 20; call 417-732-7284. - A Wild-Foraged Thanksgiving!
The Library Center auditorium
6 p.m.-8 p.m. for adults.
Fall is a special time for foraging, when wild fruits and nuts are abundant and the cooler, damp weather brings forth wild greens usually associated with early spring. A bit of gathering and preparation can provide ingredients for an exotic high-cuisine Thanksgiving dinner with flavors you can't buy in the store. Wild turkey breast grilled in native plum sauce, wild greens souffle with wintercress, a dessert of persimmon mousse, with an elderberry-infused cocktail afterwards — the possibilities are unlimited! Foraging expert and author Bo Brown will cover some of the wild bounty available around Thanksgiving, and ideas for incorporating it into your holiday fare. Books will be available for purchase and signing. - Feel Good Fiction
The Library Center Harrison Room
7 p.m. for adults.
Discuss stories filled with kindness, humor, heroism, hope, empathy and compassion.
"The Reading List" by Sara Nisha Adams.
Friday, November 4, 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. - 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. - Open Lab
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-5 p.m. for adults.
Drop by the Computer Training Center any Friday afternoon to brush up on office skills like keyboarding, word processing, Excel spreadsheets and more. Interactive video lessons assess your skill level and allow you to learn at your own pace. No appointment needed. Can't make it on Friday? Call 417-837-5011 to schedule an appointment. - "Matilda" Interactive Movie Night
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades 6-12.
Immerse yourself in this playful movie watching experience with our interactive showing of "Matilda," rated PG, 1996. Everyone will get a bag of props before the movie. Watch for the cues to use each item for a fun-filled movie adventure! - 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.
Impressions of the West: Paintings by Jason Stella.
Saturday, November 5, 2022
- Guided Nature Walks
Offsite Brookline Park, 2696 E Sawyer Road
10:30 a.m. for families with kids in grades K-5.
Join local naturalists and library staff for guided nature walks through Brookline Park. Each session, enjoy a walk through the woods while learning and discovering new things along the way, relax afterward by enjoying stories with library staff at the park's pavilion. Provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.
Winter Wildlife.
Registration starts October 15; call 417-732-7284. - Craft & Tell
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
10:30 a.m. for adults.
Spend an hour working on your own craft project, or begin something new while chatting with fellow crafters. If you enjoy the fiber arts, needlework, drawing, or any other craft that is portable, quiet and doesn't make a mess, this group is for you! - 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. - Recipe and Cookbook Swap
The Library Station Frisco Room
2 p.m.-4 p.m. for adults.
Drop in to exchange recipes and secondhand cookbooks just in time for the holiday season.
Sunday, November 6, 2022
- LEGO Block Challenge
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
2 p.m.-4 p.m. for grades 6-12.
Test your brick-building skills through various LEGO block challenges. Work individually or in teams to compete for treats! - "The Biggest Little Farm"
Offsite Moxie Cinema, 305 S. Campbell Ave. #101
6 p.m.-8 p.m. for adults.
Watch the critically acclaimed documentary, “The Biggest Little Farm” rated PG. The film follows a married couple on their journey to purchase and revitalize an abandoned farm as they leave their old lives in Los Angeles behind. Get inspired as the couple reconnects to nature and strives to create a fully functioning farm. A Seeding a Healthy Life event.
Monday, November 7, 2022
- Finding Files
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
10 a.m.-noon for adults.
Learn to save, organize, copy, move, rename, delete, find and manage files and folders on your computer or external storage device.
Call 417-837-5011. - Stories Together
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Join your favorite library staff and our friends from Springfield Public Schools Parents as Teachers for songs, stories and playtime. We'll have lots of fun and families will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about their children's development. Come play with us! - Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
The Library Center 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.
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
The Library Center Story Hour Room
9:30 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. - Be a Reader-saurus!
Strafford Branch Library
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
We'll roar, stomp and chomp our way through some good books about our prehistoric pals, then try to spot all the hidden dinosaurs in the library. - Racing to Read Storytime
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.- Republic Branch Library community room
- Strafford Branch Library community room
- 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. - 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. The Library Center Story Hour Room
- 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community 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 contemporary, cozy to thriller, series and standalone.
"The Mangle Street Murders" by M.R.C Kasasian. - SCORE Tuesdays @ Two: Optimizing Your Pricing Strategy to Maximize Profits
Virtual
2 p.m. for adults.
Pricing your products and services properly is one of the most important business decisions you'll make. No matter what type of product or service you sell, the price you charge your customers will have a direct impact on profitability and the success of your business. In this webinar, Certified SCORE Mentor Julie Brander will help you understand how to price your products and services effectively and develop a strategy for maximizing your profits. 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.
Registration starts October 25; call 417-883-1974.
Go to program page - Dinovember
Strafford Branch Library
3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. for grades K-5.
Travel back in time as you learn all about some of our prehistoric pals and channel your inner paleontologist with games, crafts and a dino dig. - Evening Book Discussion
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library Benway Room
6:30 p.m. for adults.
"Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah. - 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, November 9, 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 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
- 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
- 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room
- Book Discussion
The Library Center meeting room B
1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. for adults.
"Four Treasures of the Sky" by Jenny Tinghui Zhang. - Book Discussion
Fair Grove Branch Library
1 p.m. for adults.
"Anxious People" by Fredrik Backman. - Willard Page Turners
Willard Branch Library community room
2:30 p.m. for adults.
"When the Stars Go Dark" by Paula McLain. - What's Up Wednesdays
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Teen Room
3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 6-12.
You never know what might happen on Wednesdays in the Teen Room. Each week we'll surprise you with fun activities! We might do arts and crafts, play board games, do silly experiments, sing karaoke or take a trip to the Maker Space. - 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.
"The Beaver Trilogy," rated NR. Stick around after the film for a Q&A with director Trent Harris via Zoom .
Thursday, November 10, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
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. - Northview Center Book Discussion
Offsite Northview Center, 301 E. Talmage St.
10:30 a.m. for age 55 and older.
Chat about our monthly title with other readers at this library-sponsored book group just for older adults.
"Sea of Tranquility" by Emily St. John Mandel. - Learning Windows 10
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Learn about the Windows 10 operating system. Explore the Start Menu and Settings menu, and learn how to customize your computer. Use tiles to launch apps and to access other programs on the computer.
Call 417-837-5011. - Book Discussion
Republic Branch Library community room
2 p.m. for adults.
"Easy Beauty: A Memoir" by Chloe Cooper Jones. - Art After School
Fair Grove Branch Library
3 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades K-4.
Drop in to learn about a new artist each month and create a project in that artist's style. Materials will be provided. - How to Save Seeds from your Wildflowers
The Library Station Santa Fe Room
6 p.m. for adults.
Wildflowers and native plants can serve as a great introduction to seed saving. Learn some seed saving basics and take a close look at a few specific plants. A #PlantWildflowers event. - Bricks and Books Club
The Library Center Story Hour Room
6:30 p.m. for grades 3-5.
Love books? Love LEGOs? We've got a club for you! Each month we'll read a book, chat about it and build something related to the book of the month.
Talk about "Winterborne Home for Vengeance and Valor" by Ally Carter and build our own versions of Winterborne Manor. - "Voices from Vietnam"
The Library Center auditorium
6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. for adults.
Watch the award-winning film "Voices from Vietnam," not rated, featuring an original narrative by Vietnam War veteran Larry Rottmann and score by composer Ray Castrey that accompany dozens of first-hand photographs and film footage of Vietnam. A Q&A with Larry, Ray and director Mark Biggs will follow the screening. Books will be available for purchase and signing, and DVD copies of the film will be available for purchase.
Saturday, November 12, 2022
- 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.
"An Arrow to the Moon" by Emily X.R. Pan. - Librarykins Playgroup
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
11 a.m. for kids ages 3-7 and their caregivers.
Kids and their caregivers can make new friends at the library! We’ll provide lots of toys, books and activities to encourage socialization and cooperative play. Coffee and tea will be provided; feel free to bring a snack or lunch. - Dinosaur Playdate
The Library Station Story Hour Room
11 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Kids and their adults can have fun and socialize at our dinosaur-themed playdate filled with unstructured science, art and play-based activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers! - Try Something New: Soap Carving
Willard Branch Library community room
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for grades 6-12.
Interested in carving? Soap carving is an easy way to try out this awesome hobby. Try your hand at a Christmas tree or a snowman; materials will be provided.
Registration starts November 5; call 417-742-4258. - STEAM Explorers
The Library Station Story Hour Room
2 p.m. for grades 1-5.
Enjoy scientific exploration, exciting challenges and educational play with science, technology, engineering, art and math! Materials will be provided.
Dinosaur Day: Dig into dinosaur exploration with a variety of hands-on activities.
Sunday, November 13, 2022
- Second Sunday Concerts
The Library Center auditorium
2 p.m. for adults.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Melinda Mullins will perform songs from The Johnny Mullins Collection, featuring unreleased music by her Grammy-nominated father whose songwriting career spanned more than 60 years, including hits for Loretta Lynn, Porter Wagoner and other artists.
Monday, November 14, 2022
- Handprint Turkeys
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for families with kids of all ages.
Trace and decorate your handprint turkey, then let the Glowforge Laser Engraver transform it into a wooden keepsake to decorate your Thanksgiving table. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration starts October 31; call 417-837-5011. - Internet Basics
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
10 a.m.-noon for adults.
Learn how to navigate the internet using your browser's menus and toolbars. Access websites by typing in a web address or using search engines. Learn how to change your home page and add a website to your favorites.
Call 417-837-5011. - Stories Together
The Library Center auditorium
10 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Join your favorite library staff and our friends from Springfield Public Schools Parents as Teachers for songs, stories and playtime. We'll have lots of fun and families will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about their children's development. Come play with us! - Puzzle Party
Fair Grove Branch Library
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for grades 5-12.
Explore cryptic, logic, math, word and, of course, jigsaw puzzles at our Puzzle Party! Bring your friends to help you put the pieces together and your own age appropriate puzzle to share, or solve ours. Puzzles and snacks will be provided. - Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
The Library Center 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.
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
- Handprint Turkeys
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for families with kids of all ages.
Trace and decorate your handprint turkey, then let the Glowforge Laser Engraver transform it into a wooden keepsake to decorate your Thanksgiving table. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration starts October 31; call 417-837-5011. - Racing to Read Storytime
The Library Center Story Hour Room
9:30 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. - Celebrating Veterans and Entrepreneurship: Building Your Personal Credit
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
10 a.m.-noon for adults.
Knowledge is power! Learn about credit terms you should know, understand the credit payment timeline and the importance of credit for individuals and businesses. Presented in partnership with Missouri Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) at Missouri State University and Small Business Administration (SBA). Visit the link below to register.
Registration starts September 1.
Go to program page - Racing to Read Storytime
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.- Republic Branch Library community room
- Strafford Branch Library community room
- 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. - 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. The Library Center Story Hour Room
- 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
- 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room
- Celebrating Veterans and Entrepreneurship: Resources to Start & Grow Your Business
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Get an introduction to the five simple steps for starting your business and learn about various programs and assistance available to veterans and entrepreneurs. Presented in partnership with Missouri Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) at Missouri State University and Small Business Administration (SBA). Visit the link below to register.
Registration starts September 1.
Go to program page - Ash Grove Bibliophiles
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
1:30 p.m. for adults.
"Her Hidden Genius" by Marie Benedict. - 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.
"The Night Will Find Us" by Matthew Lyons. - 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, November 16, 2022
- Handprint Turkeys
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for families with kids of all ages.
Trace and decorate your handprint turkey, then let the Glowforge Laser Engraver transform it into a wooden keepsake to decorate your Thanksgiving table. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration starts October 31; call 417-837-5011. - 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 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
- 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
- 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room
- What's Up Wednesdays
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Teen Room
3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 6-12.
You never know what might happen on Wednesdays in the Teen Room. Each week we'll surprise you with fun activities! We might do arts and crafts, play board games, do silly experiments, sing karaoke or take a trip to the Maker Space. - Teen Board Game Night
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades 6-12.
Like board games? Play some of your favorites at the Library.
Thursday, November 17, 2022
- Handprint Turkeys
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for families with kids of all ages.
Trace and decorate your handprint turkey, then let the Glowforge Laser Engraver transform it into a wooden keepsake to decorate your Thanksgiving table. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration starts October 31; call 417-837-5011. - Library Playdate
Strafford Branch Library
10 a.m.-noon for infants-age 6.
Come to the library for a playdate! We'll have fun activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Drop in for fun and get to know other families. - Racing to Read Storytime
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Children's Department
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. - Internet Safety
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-3 p.m. for adults.
Learn what to do to protect yourself and your computer when you are connected to the internet. Learn about anti-virus programs, internet privacy, how to keep your personal information safe and create secure passwords.
Call 417-837-5011. - Afternoon Book Discussion
The Library Station Santa Fe Room
1:30 p.m. for adults.
"Things Fall Apart" by Chinua Achebe. - 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.
Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. Jeannie Mclaughlin shares slides and stories from her three-week trip to Ecuador including an eight-day cruise through the Galápagos Islands. Her itinerary included three Ecuadorian cities to experience history, culture and amazing nature and wildlife, and seven magical islands in the Galapagos with daily hikes and dives among the island's diverse animal species . - Game Night
Strafford Branch Library
4 p.m.-6 p.m. for adults.
Join us for a night of snacks and board games at the Library! - Communities Reading Together Book Club
Offsite BookMarx Book Store, 325 E. Walnut St.
5:30 p.m. for adults.
Meet with your neighbors to read books that have recently been in the news. We'll discuss the book, reasons for the item being banned or challenged and ideas surrounding intellectual freedom. Teens age 15 and older are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian. - Make a Mood Page: Fantasy
The Library Station Frisco Room
6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. for adults.
Learn how to make mood pages for your favorite books and get started with a fantasy mood page. Materials will be provided.
Registration starts November 1; call 417-616-0683.
Friday, November 18, 2022
- Handprint Turkeys
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for families with kids of all ages.
Trace and decorate your handprint turkey, then let the Glowforge Laser Engraver transform it into a wooden keepsake to decorate your Thanksgiving table. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration starts October 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. - 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. - Open Lab
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-5 p.m. for adults.
Drop by the Computer Training Center any Friday afternoon to brush up on office skills like keyboarding, word processing, Excel spreadsheets and more. Interactive video lessons assess your skill level and allow you to learn at your own pace. No appointment needed. Can't make it on Friday? Call 417-837-5011 to schedule an appointment. - 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, November 19, 2022
- Handprint Turkeys
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for families with kids of all ages.
Trace and decorate your handprint turkey, then let the Glowforge Laser Engraver transform it into a wooden keepsake to decorate your Thanksgiving table. Materials will be provided. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration starts October 31; call 417-837-5011. - Game Day at Your Library
The Library Center Story Hour Room
10 a.m.-2 p.m. for grades K-6 and families.
Drop by to learn a new tabletop board game or play an old favorite. - Preserving an Ozarks Landmark: The National Park Service Era at Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
Republic Branch Library community room
10:30 a.m. for grade 5-adults.
After decades of grassroots lobbying, Wilson's Creek became a unit of the National Park Service in 1961 and today is one of the best preserved Civil War battlefields in America. Join Local History Associate Michael Price to discover how the NPS worked to restore the historic landscape and reach new generations of visitors. - 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. - Zine Making Workshop
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library upstairs meeting room
3 p.m.-5 p.m. for adults.
Create your own tiny zine! Learn how to make a short zine from one sheet of folded paper, filled with your drawing, writing, collage or other creative content. Basic supplies included, but feel free to bring your favorite art supplies.
Monday, November 21, 2022
- Google Tools
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
10 a.m.-noon for adults.
Learn to use Google tools including Gmail, Google Meet, Google Drive, Calendar, Docs and Sheets, and how to access your files across devices. Understand what the "cloud" is and how to use it for sharing your files and storing them online.
Call 417-837-5011. - Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
The Library Center 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.
Tuesday, November 22, 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.- 9:30 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
- 10 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
- 10 a.m. Strafford Branch Library community room
- 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. - Thanksgiving Storytime
Willard Branch Library community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
Celebrate Thanksgiving with stories and painting turkeys with a fork! Materials will be provided. - 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. The Library Center Story Hour Room
- 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
- 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room
- Starlight Storytime
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
6:30 p.m. for infants-age 6.
Wind down the day with stories, songs and friends at the library.
Pajama Party Stories. - 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, November 23, 2022
- Racing to Read Storytime
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.- Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
- Republic Branch Library community room
- Thanksgiving Storytime
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6.
We'll prepare ourselves for Thanksgiving with themed stories and activities. - Racing to Read Storytime
For infants-age 6.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.- 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
- 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room
- What's Up Wednesdays
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Teen Room
3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 6-12.
You never know what might happen on Wednesdays in the Teen Room. Each week we'll surprise you with fun activities! We might do arts and crafts, play board games, do silly experiments, sing karaoke or take a trip to the Maker Space.
Friday, November 25, 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. - 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. - Open Lab
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
1 p.m.-5 p.m. for adults.
Drop by the Computer Training Center any Friday afternoon to brush up on office skills like keyboarding, word processing, Excel spreadsheets and more. Interactive video lessons assess your skill level and allow you to learn at your own pace. No appointment needed. Can't make it on Friday? Call 417-837-5011 to schedule an appointment. - 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. - Teen Anime Night
The Library Station Frisco Room
6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. for age 14-grade 12.
Munch on snacks while we watch some of our favorite anime, rated TV-14 or under, on Crunchyroll! Snacks provided at these Teen Night events.
Saturday, November 26, 2022
- Cookbook Book Club
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
3 p.m. for adults.
Whatcha got cookin'? 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, kitchen gadgets and all things delicious. All experience levels welcome, food pictures encouraged!
Sunday, November 27, 2022
- STEAM Explorers
The Library Center Story Hour Room
1:30 p.m. for grades K-2.
Enjoy a story and explore related STEAM activities.
Registration starts November 14; call 417-616-0526. - STEAM Explorers
The Library Center Story Hour Room
3 p.m. for grades 3-5.
Enjoy a story and explore related STEAM activities.
Registration starts November 14; call 417-616-0526.
Monday, November 28, 2022
- Microsoft Excel Basics
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center
10 a.m.-noon for adults.
Learn how to create and use spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. Add data to a spreadsheet, perform calculations and set up spreadsheets for printing.
Call 417-837-5011. - Racing to Read Pajama Storytime
The Library Center 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.
Tuesday, November 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.- 9:30 a.m. The Library Center Story Hour Room
- 10 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
- 10 a.m. Strafford Branch Library community room
- 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. - 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. The Library Center Story Hour Room
- 10:30 a.m. Willard Branch Library community room
- 11:15 a.m. The Library Station Story Hour Room
- Introduction to Laser Engraving: Wooden Bookmarks
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Maker Space
2 p.m.-4 p.m. for adults.
Library staff will teach you how to design a personalized wooden bookmark using the Glowforge Laser Engraver. Materials will be provided.
Registration starts November 15; call 417-837-5011. - SCORE Tuesdays @ Two: Tax Tips for You and Your Business
Virtual
2 p.m. for adults.
As 2022 comes to a close, it's time to think about 2022 taxes. Michelle Goldsberry of PSC Accounting will delve into what's new for this tax season and answer your questions. Submit your tax questions for you or your business when you register, and participate in a live Q&A during the webinar. 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.
Registration starts November 15; call 417-883-1974.
Go to program page - 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, November 30, 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 a.m. Republic Branch Library community room
- 10:30 a.m. Ash Grove Branch Library community room
- 11 a.m. Fair Grove Branch Library community room
- What's Up Wednesdays
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Teen Room
3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. for grades 6-12.
You never know what might happen on Wednesdays in the Teen Room. Each week we'll surprise you with fun activities! We might do arts and crafts, play board games, do silly experiments, sing karaoke or take a trip to the Maker Space. - Reading Pals
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library community room
3:30 p.m. for all ages.
Practice your reading and get some puppy love! Thanks to the dog families from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks for bringing their certified therapy dogs to support readers of all ages.
Registration starts November 16; call 417-616-0703. - Teen Board Game Night
Ash Grove Branch Library community room
4 p.m.-6 p.m. for grades 6-12.
Like board games? Play some of your favorites at the Library.
Use the Browse Programs links to view more programs.