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2023-09-19 10:00:00 2023-09-19 12:00:00 America/Chicago Internet Safety Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required. Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center

Tuesday, September 19
10:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-09-19 10:00:00 2023-09-19 12:00:00 America/Chicago Internet Safety Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required. Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center

Midtown Carnegie Branch Library

Computer Training Center

Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.

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.

*Note: The elevator from the basement to the 2nd floor is not operational. Please contact us two weeks prior to a program if you need special accommodation.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Computer Training |

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Midtown Carnegie Branch Library

Phone: 417-862-0135

Hours
Mon, Sep 25 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Sep 26 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Sep 27 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Sep 28 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Sep 29 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 30 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Oct 01 Closed

About the branch

This stately Carnegie library opened its doors in 1905, and ever since, the Midtown Carnegie Branch has been serving the information needs of the citizens of Greene County. The Midtown Carnegie Branch has been renovated to make it a cozy neighborhood library, and to restore it to the architectural glory of its earlier years. There are more wooden library tables and comfortable reading chairs. Centrally located at the northwest corner of Central Street and Jefferson Avenue, the Midtown Carnegie Branch is at the heart of the city's Government Plaza.

Upcoming Events

Sun, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Library Center - Auditorium (100)
Create a whimsical man-eating plant, perfect for spooky season, while watching "Little Shop of Horrors," rated PG-13.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Have some Halloween fun and learn about science. We’ll have spooky experiments to try, like Boo Bubbles, foaming pumpkins, Edible Candy Science and more!

Mon, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Mon, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Auditorium (100)
Local History Associate Konrad Stump shares how to use relics kept by women to learn their stories.

Tue, Oct 03, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
If you or a loved one might have hearing loss, stop in for a free assessment from the experts at Springfield's HearingLife. Appointments are half an hour. Call 417-616-0706 to register.

Tue, Oct 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Tue, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Oct 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
J.R. Martin Park - 300 E Hines St, Republic, MO 65738
Young children are invited to enjoy stories, songs and activities at a special outdoor storytime.

Tue, Oct 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.

Tue, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Willard Branch Library
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Tue, Oct 03, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Oct 03, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Tue, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Ghosts, goblins, gore and so much more to read about in our horror book club.

Tue, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Get tips for creating your own cosplay from items you may already have on hand.

Tue, Oct 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Oct 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Station
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Tue, Oct 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Discuss food labels, package claims and certifications with Food Scientist, Food Safety Consultant and Library staffer Jane Caldwell, Ph.D.

Wed, Oct 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Oct 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Wed, Oct 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
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.

Wed, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
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.

Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
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.

Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Wed, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
You never know what might happen on the first Wednesday of the month in the Teen Room. We'll surprise you with crafts, board games, karaoke or maybe a trip to the Maker Space.

Canceled
Wed, Oct 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Center
Meet new people while you practice your English skills in conversation circles led by Dr. Suneeta Thomas, Missouri State University Assistant Professor of English.

Thu, Oct 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Thu, Oct 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
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.

Thu, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.

Thu, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Discuss young adult books with fellow young adults, chatting about three mysteries in honor of the spooky season.

Thu, Oct 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
Practice your reading skills with our furry friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks. Registration required.

Thu, Oct 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Love books and LEGO bricks? 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.

Thu, Oct 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Harrison Conference Room (15)
Discuss stories filled with kindness, humor, heroism, hope, empathy and compassion.

Thu, Oct 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Auditorium (100)
Kaitlyn McConnell from Ozarks Alive will explore local legends that have puzzled the Ozarks for many generations.

Fri, Oct 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Fri, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Fri, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Fri, Oct 06, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Fri, Oct 06, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Fri, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Center - Auditorium (100),Community Room A (20),Community Room B (30)
Do you have what it takes to find the Sorcerer's Stone? Journey through various challenges to find the prize that turns metal into gold and makes the Elixir of Life. Call 417-616-0529 to register.

Fri, Oct 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Join fellow history lovers in a roundtable discussion of Ash Grove's history and share projects you've been working on.

Fri, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
If it's Friday night, there's something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in weekly for games, crafts, live action role-playing and more.

Fri, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Park Central Branch Library
Join us for First Friday Art Walk and the opening of a new exhibit.

Fri, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Gillioz Theatre - 325 Park Central E.
Hear legends, lore and the vibrant history of the historic Gillioz Theatre during a 30-minute paranormal tour. Registration required; for adults 21 and older.

Sat, Oct 07, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Library Center
Are you looking to add more than a book to your family?

Sat, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Work on a craft project of your own while chatting with fellow crafters. If you enjoy fiber arts, needlework, drawing or crafts that are portable, quiet and don't make a mess, this group is for you!

Sat, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Bring the whole family to our LEGO brick free-for-all and challenge yourself to build something together.

Sat, Oct 07, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Reading Room (20)
Get your fixable items repaired by volunteers at the Library's Fix-It Fair.

Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Celebrate the Southwest Missouri Camera Club's fall exhibit opening with a two-hour open house and a presentation on "How to Photograph Fall Landscapes" at 2:30 p.m.

Sun, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Love chess but only play it online? Here’s your chance to flex and improve your skills by facing live opponents. Drop in, play some chess, have snacks and make new friends. 

Sun, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Center - Auditorium (100)
Come and enjoy live music with us on the second Sunday of each month.

Tue, Oct 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Oct 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Oct 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Oct 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
J.R. Martin Park - 300 E Hines St, Republic, MO 65738
Young children are invited to enjoy stories, songs and activities at a special outdoor storytime.

Tue, Oct 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
J.R. Martin Park - 300 E. Hines St., Republic
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Tue, Oct 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.

Tue, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Oct 10, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Oct 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Community Room - Upper Level (60)
Discuss all manner of mystery, from classic to current, cozy to thriller, series and standalone.

Tue, Oct 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Work on your latest knitting and crochet projects with fellow fiber artists.

Tue, Oct 10, 3:15pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Learn a new board game or pick up an old favorite in the Teen Room. Staff will be there to help you. Snacks will be provided.

Tue, Oct 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Tue, Oct 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Wed, Oct 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Oct 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
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.

Wed, Oct 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Republic Branch Library
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
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.

Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ash Grove Branch Library
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Wed, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
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.

Wed, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Library Center - Community Room B (30)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Wed, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Wed, Oct 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Chat about books that you can't seem to put down.

Canceled
Wed, Oct 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Center
Meet new people while you practice your English skills in conversation circles led by Dr. Suneeta Thomas, Missouri State University Assistant Professor of English.

Wed, Oct 11, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Moxie Cinema - 305 S. Campbell Ave. #101
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.

Thu, Oct 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
If you would like to get more out of your iPhone or iPad, join us for free classes taught by veteran instructor Julie Mahaffey. This is a six-part series that covers different topics at each session.

Thu, Oct 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
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.

Thu, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Thu, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Develop creative, problem-solving skills through exciting STEAM activities and challenges.
Registration opens Sunday, October 1 2023 at 9:00am

Thu, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.

Thu, Oct 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Get inspiration and support from fellow writers as you create, share and publish your works. In the Teen Room.

Thu, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Have you ever wanted to learn another language? Join us each season as we explore a different language. For fall, we're continuing American Sign Language. All levels of experience are welcome.

Thu, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Springfield Association - 134 Park Central Square, Suite 120
Join us to chat about our monthly title while enjoying the urban skyline at this library-sponsored book group. Presented in partnership with the Downtown Springfield Association.

Thu, Oct 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Village Meeple Board Game Cafe - 1570 E. Battlefield Road, Suite F
Board games and books make the perfect pairing! Chat about our monthly title while learning to play a board game related to the book.

Fri, Oct 13, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Fri, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Fri, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Northview Center - 305 E. Talmage St.
Chat about our monthly title with other readers at this library-sponsored book group just for older adults.

Fri, Oct 13, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Fri, Oct 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Green House Coffee + Affogato Bar - 431 S. Jefferson Ave.
Drop in to play board and card games, and treat yourself to a coffee or affogato. Choose from our selection of games or bring your own.

Fri, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
If it's Friday night, there's something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in weekly for games, crafts, live action role-playing and more.

Fri, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Center - Auditorium (100)
Immerse yourself in this playful movie-watching experience of "The Nightmare Before Christmas," rated PG.

Sat, Oct 14, 9:30am - 6:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Drop by the Teen or Children's Department anytime on the second Saturday of the month and take the LEGO Brick Challenge. This month we're building something scary. Materials will be provided.

Sat, Oct 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Keep the history of your family alive using our equipment to digitize and preserve 8mm, VHS, audio, and slide or negative format.

Sat, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
If you like to read young adult and teen literature, join the group for monthly discussions on forgotten favorites and newly-released titles.

Sat, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Make a sunflower to hang at home using canning rings and fabric. Registration required.

Sat, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Station - Santa Fe Community Room (50)
Put an imaginative twist on a classic piece of artwork by adding a ghost, monster or creature of your choosing.

Mon, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Explore how art and story work together in graphic novels perfect for emerging readers. We'll have snacks and a related activity for each monthly book selection.

Mon, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Master a new or classic game with experienced instructor and library staffer Adam Slemp.

Mon, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Mon, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Center
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Tue, Oct 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Oct 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Tue, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Oct 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
J.R. Martin Park - 300 E Hines St, Republic, MO 65738
Young children are invited to enjoy stories, songs and activities at a special outdoor storytime.

Tue, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Strafford Branch Library
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Center
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Tue, Oct 17, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Oct 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Tue, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Whatcha got cookin'? Try a recipe from a cookbook, then meet with other culinary aficionados to discuss how everyone’s recipes turned out. All experience levels welcome, food pictures encouraged!

Tue, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Join us for an evening of sketching and drawing! Whether you're a beginner or a professional, try your hand at something new, learn from others and have a creative time. Materials will be provided.

Tue, Oct 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wire Road Brewing Company - 4453 S. Timbercreek Ave., Battlefield
Brewing offbeat discussions about books that aren't in the mainstream.

Tue, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Auditorium (100)
Join us for an evening of ghostly tales, folk ballads and crankies presented by local artists Sandi Green-Baker and Andrew Baker-Dietz.

Wed, Oct 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Oct 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
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.

Wed, Oct 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Center - Auditorium (100)
Editor of "A Machine-Gunner in France: The Memoirs of Ward Schrantz" Jeffrey L. Patrick will provide unique insight into the experiences of one American unit in World War I.

Wed, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
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.

Wed, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
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.

Thu, Oct 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Center - Auditorium (100)
Regional director for the Springfield Better Business Bureau Pamela Hernandez will help you recognize and avoid scams targeting older adults.

Thu, Oct 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
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.

Thu, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon on a trip to Antarctica.

Thu, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.

Thu, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Stay prepared for fall weather with staff from the Springfield-Greene County Office of Emergency Management.

Thu, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Thu, Oct 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Auditorium (100)
Join acclaimed author Clay McLeod Chapman in a discussion about addressing fears and the ghosts that haunt us.

Fri, Oct 20, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Fri, Oct 20, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center
Celebrate Socktober with storytimes! Drop off new packages of socks and enjoy a very special Socktober Storytime at your favorite branch.

Fri, Oct 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Fri, Oct 20, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Drop by and explore the endless possibilities when playing with our STEAM toys: build a marble run, try a gravity maze, build with blocks and more!

Fri, Oct 20, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Fri, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Munch on snacks while watching some of our favorite superhero movies, rated PG.

Fri, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70),Santa Fe Community Room (50)
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.

Fri, Oct 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Learn how to begin researching your family tree using printed and online resources available through The Library, with help from Local History Associate Renee Glass.

Fri, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
If it's Friday night, there's something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in weekly for games, crafts, live action role-playing and more.

Fri, Oct 20, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
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.

Fri, Oct 20, 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Moxie Cinema - 305 S. Campbell Ave. #101
Watch Tim Burton's terrifying classic "Sleepy Hollow," rated R, on the big screen.

Sat, Oct 21, 9:30am - 10:30am
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
Local History Associate Renee Glass will discuss the history of the St. Louis-San Francisco Railway in Southwest Missouri and its significant effect on local businesses and people.

Sat, Oct 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
Try your hand at fast-paced Minute to Win It games, challenging others for the fastest time.

Sat, Oct 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Park Central Branch Library
Watch our monthly foreign film selection in advance then meet to discuss with other cinephiles.

Sat, Oct 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Make new friends while you play, read and learn at the library.

Sat, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Young chefs and adult caregivers work together to learn how to prepare meals with leftovers.

Sat, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Develop creative, problem-solving skills through exciting STEAM activities and challenges.

Sat, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Do you love emojis? Create and paint your own.
Registration opens Monday, October 9 2023 at 9:00am

Sun, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Love chess but only play it online? Here’s your chance to flex and improve your skills by facing live opponents. Drop in, play some chess, have snacks and make new friends. 

Mon, Oct 23, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Make a unique Halloween sticker to personalize your things.

Mon, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Mon, Oct 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Harrison Conference Room (15)
Discuss trending books made popular on BookTok and connect with fellow readers.

Tue, Oct 24, 8:00am - 9:00am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Pamela Hernandez, Regional Director for the Springfield Better Business Bureau, will teach you about business over bagels and coffee.

Tue, Oct 24, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Oct 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
J.R. Martin Park - 300 E Hines St, Republic, MO 65738
Young children are invited to enjoy stories, songs and activities at a special outdoor storytime.

Tue, Oct 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.

Tue, Oct 24, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Make a unique Halloween sticker to personalize your things.

Tue, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Oct 24, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Oct 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Make a Halloween-themed craft while watching "Labyrinth," rated PG, 1986. Popcorn will be provided.

Tue, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Wed, Oct 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Oct 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
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.

Wed, Oct 25, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Make a unique Halloween sticker to personalize your things.

Wed, Oct 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
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.

Wed, Oct 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ash Grove Branch Library
Wear your costume during our regularly scheduled storytime for some not-so-spooky stories, crafts and activities!

Wed, Oct 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Oct 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
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.

Wed, Oct 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
Drop by to create fun Halloween-themed crafts. Materials will be provided.

Wed, Oct 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Fall for reading this season and practice your reading skills with our furry friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks. Registration starts September 1; call 417-883-1974.

Wed, Oct 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Discuss a unique story of the American Revolutionary War with Members of the Ozark Mountain Chapter of the American Revolution.

Thu, Oct 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
If you would like to get more out of your iPhone or iPad, join us for free classes taught by veteran instructor Julie Mahaffey. This is a six-part series that covers different topics at each session.

Thu, Oct 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
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.

Thu, Oct 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Can you do the "Monster Boogie"? Let's boogie-woogie to Laurie Berkner's "Monster Boogie" and share some monster stories, songs and activities!

Thu, Oct 26, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Make a unique Halloween sticker to personalize your things.

Thu, Oct 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Library Station - Santa Fe Community Room (50)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Thu, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.

Thu, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Be a master builder for the afternoon and show off your LEGO block building skills!

Thu, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Have you ever wanted to learn another language? Join us each season as we explore a different language. For fall, we're continuing American Sign Language. All levels of experience are welcome.

Thu, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Come together to work on craft projects, trade ideas and meet fellow crafters. Supplies will be provided.

Thu, Oct 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
BookMarx - 325 E. Walnut St.
Read books that have recently been in the news for being banned or challenged. We'll discuss the book, the reasons it was banned or challenged and ideas surrounding intellectual freedom.

Thu, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Come together to work on craft projects, trade ideas and meet fellow crafters. Supplies will be provided.

Thu, Oct 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Auditorium (100)
Marc Hartzman, author of "Chasing Ghosts" and "We Are Not Alone," will discuss our cultural fascination with the supernatural.

Fri, Oct 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Fri, Oct 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Fri, Oct 27, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Make a unique Halloween sticker to personalize your things.

Fri, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
We'll float pumpkins, measure pumpkins and do other science, math and art-related activities.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 11 2023 at 9:00am

Fri, Oct 27, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Fri, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Learn how to take your business marketing up a notch with Billie Wiegand of Mountain Pine Studios. Registration required.

Fri, Oct 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Come paint pumpkins, listen to music and enjoy snacks at the library. Materials will be provided.

Fri, Oct 27, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Watch "Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit," rated G, and snack on cheese and vegetables. In the Teen Room.

Fri, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Munch on popcorn while we watch some of our favorite anime, rated TV-14 or under, on Crunchyroll! Popcorn provided.

Sat, Oct 28, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Make a unique Halloween sticker to personalize your things.

Sat, Oct 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Station
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.

Sat, Oct 28, 11:30am - 2:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
Bring a friend and munch on popcorn while we watch a fun and classic movie based on popular board games! Popcorn will be provided.

Mon, Oct 30, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Oct 31, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Oct 31, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Auditorium (100)
Dress up and enjoy some not-so-spooky stories, songs and a trick-or-treat parade around the Library.

Tue, Oct 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Oct 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Oct 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Strafford Branch Library
Wear your costumes and join us for a spooky good time! We’ll read stories, make a craft and go on a candy hunt through the library.

Tue, Oct 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
J.R. Martin Park - 300 E Hines St, Republic, MO 65738
Young children are invited to enjoy stories, songs and activities at a special outdoor storytime.

Tue, Oct 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.

Tue, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Willard Branch Library
Dress up in your costume and share in some Halloween stories, songs and crafts.

Tue, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Center - Auditorium (100)
Dress up and enjoy some not-so-spooky stories, songs and a trick-or-treat parade around the Library.

Tue, Oct 31, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Oct 31, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Library Center - Auditorium (100)
Dress up and enjoy some not-so-spooky stories, songs and a trick-or-treat parade around the Library.

Tue, Oct 31, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Oct 31, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The Gallery at the Gillioz - 325 Park Central E.
New York Times bestselling author Grady Hendrix presents a special Halloween event, all about the undead things we're convinced live in our homes rent-free.

Wed, Nov 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Nov 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
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.

Wed, Nov 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hurts Donut - 1111 E. Republic Road #164
Grab a donut and sit down with author Grady Hendrix to discuss all things haunted. Registration required.

Wed, Nov 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
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.

Wed, Nov 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Nov 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
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.

Wed, Nov 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
You never know what might happen on the first Wednesday of the month in the Teen Room. We'll surprise you with crafts, board games, karaoke or maybe a trip to the Maker Space.

Wed, Nov 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Center - Harrison Conference Room (15)
Is English your second language? Practice your English speaking skills and meet new people in a casual setting. Adult and student speakers of all languages are welcome.

Thu, Nov 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Bring your phone or tablet for this hands-on class that will teach you to use apps offered by the Library, including the Springfield-Greene County Library app, Libby and Hoopla.

Thu, Nov 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
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.

Thu, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.
Registration opens Sunday, October 1 2023 at 9:00am

Thu, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Stay prepared for fall weather with staff from the Springfield-Greene County Office of Emergency Management.

Thu, Nov 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Discuss young adult books with fellow young adults, chatting about three mysteries in honor of the spooky season.

Thu, Nov 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
Practice your reading skills with our furry friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks. Registration required.

Thu, Nov 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Love books and LEGO bricks? 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.

Thu, Nov 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Harrison Conference Room (15)
Discuss stories filled with kindness, humor, heroism, hope, empathy and compassion.

Fri, Nov 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Fri, Nov 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Fri, Nov 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Librarians Kim Flores and Katy Pattison will share how your business can use library resources. Registration required.

Fri, Nov 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Come together for stories, songs and activities with library staff and our friends from Springfield Public Schools Parents as Teachers.

Fri, Nov 03, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Fri, Nov 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Learn how to begin researching your family tree using printed and online resources available through The Library, with help from Local History Associate Renee Glass.

Fri, Nov 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Join fellow history lovers in a roundtable discussion of Ash Grove's history and share projects you've been working on.

Fri, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
If it's Friday night, there's something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in weekly for games, crafts, live action role-playing and more.

Fri, Nov 03, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Park Central Branch Library
Join us for First Friday Art Walk and the opening of a new exhibit.

Sat, Nov 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
Take a break from studying and grab a friend to play board games and eat brownies. Play our games or bring one from home. Brownies will be provided.

Sat, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Work on a craft project of your own while chatting with fellow crafters. If you enjoy fiber arts, needlework, drawing or crafts that are portable, quiet and don't make a mess, this group is for you!

Sat, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Bring the whole family to our LEGO brick free-for-all and challenge yourself to build something together.

Sat, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
Prehistoric fun awaits at this special dinosaur-themed Saturday storytime!

Sat, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Want to be a writer? Have some stories in progress? Get tips, writing prompts, and new ideas by sharing your work with others.

Sun, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Come and enjoy live music at the Station with the contemporary bluegrass band Blue Train.

Mon, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Spend the afternoon crafting and creating. Materials will be provided.

Mon, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Kick off Dinovember with yummy snacks and the 2000 movie "Dinosaur," rated PG.

Mon, Nov 06, 3:15pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Celebrate National STEAM Day all week long. Play with your favorite retro STEAM toys: LEGO bricks, Magna-Tiles, Play-Doh and K'Nex. In the Teen Room.

Mon, Nov 06, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Nov 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
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.

Tue, Nov 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.
Registration opens Sunday, October 1 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Willard Branch Library
Come enjoy books, stories and crafts all about dinosaurs.

Tue, Nov 07, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Want to be a writer? Get some tips, writing prompts and new ideas to get you started.

Tue, Nov 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Want to be a writer? Share your writing and get some tips, writing programs and new ideas to get you started.

Tue, Nov 07, 3:15pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Celebrate National STEAM Day all week long. Play with your favorite retro STEAM toys: LEGO bricks, Magna-Tiles, Play-Doh and K'Nex. In the Teen Room.

Tue, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Wed, Nov 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Nov 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
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.

Wed, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
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.

Wed, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ash Grove Branch Library
Celebrate Dinovember with special dinosaur-filled stories, crafts and activities. Materials will be provided.

Wed, Nov 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Nov 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
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.

Wed, Nov 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Library Center - Community Room B (30)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Wed, Nov 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Wed, Nov 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Chat about books that you can't seem to put down.

Wed, Nov 08, 3:15pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Celebrate National STEAM Day all week long. Play with your favorite retro STEAM toys: LEGO bricks, Magna-Tiles, Play-Doh and K'Nex. In the Teen Room.

Wed, Nov 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arrow Creative Reuse - 1506 E. St. Louis St.
Get a behind-the-scene look at local businesses and entrepreneurs in our community. Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 25 2023 at 9:00am

Wed, Nov 08, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Moxie Cinema - 305 S. Campbell Ave. #101
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.

Thu, Nov 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
If you would like to get more out of your iPhone or iPad, join us for free classes taught by veteran instructor Julie Mahaffey. This is a six-part series that covers different topics at each session.

Thu, Nov 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
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.

Thu, Nov 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Learn about the equipment available in the Library's Maker Space, watch demonstrations and view sample projects. This equipment tour will cover basic operations, safety, design resources and tips.

Thu, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Thu, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.
Registration opens Sunday, October 1 2023 at 9:00am

Thu, Nov 09, 3:15pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Celebrate National STEAM Day all week long. Play with your favorite retro STEAM toys: LEGO bricks, Magna-Tiles, Play-Doh and K'Nex. In the Teen Room.

Thu, Nov 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Get inspiration and support from fellow writers as you create, share and publish your works. In the Teen Room.

Thu, Nov 09, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Have you ever wanted to learn another language? Join us each season as we explore a different language. For fall, we're continuing American Sign Language. All levels of experience are welcome.

Thu, Nov 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Springfield Association - 134 Park Central Square, Suite 120
Join us to chat about our monthly title while enjoying the urban skyline at this library-sponsored book group. Presented in partnership with the Downtown Springfield Association.

Thu, Nov 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Get tips for creating your own cosplay from items you may already have on hand.

Thu, Nov 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Village Meeple Board Game Cafe - 1570 E. Battlefield Road, Suite F
Board games and books make the perfect pairing! Chat about our monthly title while learning to play a board game related to the book.

Thu, Nov 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Current Missouri Poet Laureate Maryfrances Wagner and former Missouri Poet Laureate Karen Craigo present a meaningful poetic experience.

Fri, Nov 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Green House Coffee + Affogato Bar - 431 S. Jefferson Ave.
Drop in to play board and card games, and treat yourself to a coffee or affogato. Choose from our selection of games or bring your own.

Sat, Nov 11, 9:30am - 6:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Drop by the Teen or Children's Department anytime on the second Saturday of the month and take the LEGO Brick Challenge. This month we're building something that floats. Materials will be provided.

Sat, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
If you like to read young adult and teen literature, join the group for monthly discussions on forgotten favorites and newly-released titles.

Sat, Nov 11, 11:30am - 2:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
Bring a friend and munch on popcorn while we watch a fun and classic movie based on popular board games! Popcorn will be provided.

Sat, Nov 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Develop creative, problem-solving skills through exciting STEAM activities and challenges.

Sun, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Love chess but only play it online? Here’s your chance to flex and improve your skills by facing live opponents. Drop in, play some chess, have snacks and make new friends. 

Sun, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Center - Auditorium (100)
Come and enjoy live music with us on the second Sunday of each month.

Mon, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Add some pizazz to your curriculum with STEM Kits, featuring a different kit each month.

Mon, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Nov 14, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
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.

Tue, Nov 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.
Registration opens Sunday, October 1 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Tue, Nov 14, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Nov 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Community Room - Upper Level (60)
Discuss all manner of mystery, from classic to current, cozy to thriller, series and standalone.

Tue, Nov 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Work on your latest knitting and crochet projects with fellow fiber artists.

Tue, Nov 14, 3:15pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Learn a new board game or pick up an old favorite in the Teen Room. Staff will be there to help you. Snacks will be provided.

Tue, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Celebrate National Adoption Month with stories and activities. Materials will be provided. Presented in partnership with Lutheran Family and Children's Services of Missouri.

Tue, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Tue, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Nov 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wire Road Brewing Company - 4453 S. Timbercreek Ave., Battlefield
Brewing offbeat discussions about books that aren't in the mainstream.

Wed, Nov 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Nov 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
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.

Wed, Nov 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Center - Auditorium (100)
Certified Genealogist® Patti Lee Hobbs will use genealogical puzzles to demonstrate the types of resources and methodologies applicable to research.

Wed, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
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.

Wed, Nov 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Nov 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
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.

Thu, Nov 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
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.

Thu, Nov 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
'Tis the season to enjoy friends and family. Come together as we share fun family books, activities and take home crafts. Materials will be provided.

Thu, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon on a trip to Montana.

Thu, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Develop creative, problem-solving skills through exciting STEAM activities and challenges.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 1 2023 at 9:00am

Thu, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.
Registration opens Sunday, October 1 2023 at 9:00am

Thu, Nov 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Stretch your writing skills and work on your NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) project. Get writing tips and prompts and share your ideas with other writers.

Fri, Nov 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
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.

Fri, Nov 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Fri, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Dress to get messy and discover your inner scientist as we explore, build and create.

Fri, Nov 17, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Fri, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Munch on snacks while watching some of our favorite superhero movies, rated PG.

Fri, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
If it's Friday night, there's something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in weekly for games, crafts, live action role-playing and more.

Sat, Nov 18, 9:30am - 10:30am
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
Learn about the exemplary lives of the Harvey Girls with historical fiction and Christian author Joyce Valdois Smith.

Sat, Nov 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Park Central Branch Library
Watch our monthly foreign film selection in advance then meet to discuss with other cinephiles.

Sat, Nov 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Make new friends while you play, read and learn at the library.

Sat, Nov 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
Kids and their adults can have fun and socialize at our annual dinosaur-themed playdate filled with unstructured science, art and play-based activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers!

Sat, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Young chefs and adult caregivers work together to learn how to use herbs and spices.

Sat, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Station - Santa Fe Community Room (50)
Take a beginner course in candle shade making as we follow a class on Creativebug. Materials will be provided.
Registration opens Friday, November 3 2023 at 8:30am

Sat, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Reading Room (20)
Calling all crafters! Bring abandoned craft materials, old jewelry and good intentions to swap with others in your community.

Sat, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Library Center - Auditorium (100)
Get ready for the movie release of "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes" with a showing of "The Hunger Games," rated PG-13, and learn survival skills.

Sat, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Park Central Branch Library
Enjoy hot chocolate and crafts during the Mayor's Tree Lighting ceremony.

Sun, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Make your loved ones smile with homemade gifts this season.
Registration opens Monday, October 30 2023 at 9:00am

Mon, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Master a new or classic game with experienced instructor and library staffer Adam Slemp.

Tue, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Strafford Branch Library
Roar, stomp and chomp our way through books about our prehistoric pals! Stay after and try to spot all the hidden dinosaurs around the library.

Tue, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
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.

Tue, Nov 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.
Registration opens Sunday, October 1 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Nov 21, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Nov 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Tue, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Travel back in time and channel your inner paleontologist through engaging in fun activities, including games, crafts and a dino dig!

Tue, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Whatcha got cookin'? Try a recipe from a cookbook, then meet with other culinary aficionados to discuss how everyone’s recipes turned out. All experience levels welcome, food pictures encouraged!

Tue, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Join us for an evening of sketching and drawing! Whether you're a beginner or a professional, try your hand at something new, learn from others and have a creative time. Materials will be provided.

Tue, Nov 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Wed, Nov 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Nov 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
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.

Wed, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
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.

Wed, Nov 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Nov 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
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.

Wed, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
Bring your imagination and prepare to create and explore art at our self-led creation stations.

Fri, Nov 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Fri, Nov 24, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Fri, Nov 24, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Watch "Chicken Run," rated G, and we'll snack on anything BUT turkey. In the Teen Room.

Fri, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Munch on popcorn while we watch some of our favorite anime, rated TV-14 or under, on Crunchyroll! Popcorn provided.

Sun, Nov 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Love chess but only play it online? Here’s your chance to flex and improve your skills by facing live opponents. Drop in, play some chess, have snacks and make new friends. 

Mon, Nov 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Harrison Conference Room (15)
Discuss trending books made popular on BookTok and connect with fellow readers.

Tue, Nov 28, 8:00am - 9:00am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Pamela Hernandez, Regional Director for the Springfield Better Business Bureau, will teach you about business over bagels and coffee.

Tue, Nov 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Nov 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Nov 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
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.

Tue, Nov 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.
Registration opens Sunday, October 1 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Nov 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
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.

Tue, Nov 28, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Tue, Nov 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
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.

Wed, Nov 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Nov 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Republic Branch Library - Community Room
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.

Wed, Nov 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
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.

Wed, Nov 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
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.

Wed, Nov 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
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.

Wed, Nov 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Fall for reading this season and practice your reading skills with our furry friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks. Registration starts September 1; call 417-883-1974.

Thu, Nov 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
If you would like to get more out of your iPhone or iPad, join us for free classes taught by veteran instructor Julie Mahaffey. This is a six-part series that covers different topics at each session.

Thu, Nov 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
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.

Thu, Nov 30, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Library Station - Santa Fe Community Room (50)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Thu, Nov 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library. Registration required.
Registration opens Sunday, October 1 2023 at 9:00am

Thu, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Thu, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Come together to work on craft projects, trade ideas and meet fellow crafters. Supplies will be provided.

Thu, Nov 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
BookMarx - 325 E. Walnut St.
Read books that have recently been in the news for being banned or challenged. We'll discuss the book, the reasons it was banned or challenged and ideas surrounding intellectual freedom.

Thu, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Come together to work on craft projects, trade ideas and meet fellow crafters. Supplies will be provided.