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Tiny Tots Storytime

for infants-36 months

2026-05-01 09:30:00 2026-05-01 10:00:00 America/Chicago Tiny Tots Storytime Introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read. Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)

Friday, May 01
9:30am - 10:00am

Add to Calendar 2026-05-01 09:30:00 2026-05-01 10:00:00 America/Chicago Tiny Tots Storytime Introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read. Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)

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.

AGE GROUP: | Kids & Families |

EVENT TYPE: | Racing to Read Storytime |

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Library Center

Phone: 417-882-0714

Hours
About the branch

The Library Center is the headquarters of the Springfield-Greene County Library District. The 82,000-square-foot building houses major collections of print and electronic resources. These include special collections such as business and local history and genealogy; public Wi-Fi computers, four private study rooms, five small conference rooms, a kitchen and state-of-the-art reference technology. In addition, the Library Center includes other amenities characteristic of larger urban libraries. Those features include a 150-seat auditorium, a glass-enclosed reading room and art gallery, a story hour room, outdoor patio and outdoor story garden and the Between Friends Gift Shop. 

Upcoming Events

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Fri, Feb 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Annie Busch 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.

Fri, Feb 06, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Feb 06, 10:00am - 10:45am
Library Station
Honor Black History Month with your little ones at this special Racing to Read Storytime focusing on books by Black authors and illustrators.

Fri, Feb 06, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Feb 06, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Library Station
Honor Black History Month with your little ones at this special Racing to Read Storytime focusing on books by Black authors and illustrators.

Fri, Feb 06, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Looking for a place to play cards or games with friends? Bring your own or play one of ours and meet new people.

Fri, Feb 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, hangouts and more.

Fri, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Turn a favorite character into a unique work of art using your creativity and fun materials.

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

Sat, Feb 07, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open lab, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Sat, Feb 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Want to stop doomscrolling and get out of the house? Bring a craft to work on while chatting with fellow crafters. Whether starting a project or struggling to finish one, this group is for you.

Sat, Feb 07, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.

Sat, Feb 07, 11:00am - 11:45am
Library Station
Honor Black History Month with your little ones at this special Racing to Read Storytime focusing on books by Black authors and illustrators.

Sat, Feb 07, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Community Room - Upper Level (60)
Explore creative work from emerging artists and students at a casual, come-and-go showcase.

Sat, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Library Station - Santa Fe Community Room (50)
Try out tabletop role-playing games, like Dungeons & Dragons and others. Join one-shot campaigns with pre-built characters or librarian-generated ones.

Sun, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Put your taste buds to the test with a blind tasting of different Oreo cookies, see if you can guess each one and rank your favorites.
This event is full

Mon, Feb 09, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Library staff will demonstrate how to create a custom bar of soap with Maker Space equipment. Registration required.

Mon, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Come explore science with the Library's STEAM Kits, featuring a different kit each month.

Mon, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library - Fair Grove Branch
Drop in during the afternoon for a cozy festive drink paired with a fun craft. Each project will offer options to accommodate all ages and skill levels.

Mon, Feb 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Participate in the Library's 27th Annual Design-A-Bookmark Contest! We'll have plenty of fun supplies available to create your own design and enter your submissions.

Mon, Feb 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Library Center - Community Room B (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, Feb 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Annie Busch 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.

Tue, Feb 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Feb 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library.

Tue, Feb 10, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Library staff will demonstrate how to create a custom bar of soap with Maker Space equipment. Registration required.

Tue, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Center - Annie Busch 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.

Tue, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:15am
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, Feb 10, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Feb 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library - Fair Grove Branch
Watch a Creativebug tutorial and enjoy delightful discussion as you craft along. Materials will be provided.

Tue, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Participate in the Library's 27th Annual Design-A-Bookmark Contest! We'll have plenty of fun supplies available to create your own design and enter your submissions.

Tue, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Learn how to turn scraps into compost and explore the science of worms and gardening.

Tue, Feb 10, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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.

Wed, Feb 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Community Room A (20)
Read, sing and play at our special babies-only playtime.

Wed, Feb 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, Feb 11, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Library staff will demonstrate how to create a custom bar of soap with Maker Space equipment. Registration required.

Wed, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Fair Grove Branch Library - Fair Grove Branch
Introduce young children to books, reading 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, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Fair Grove Branch Library
Honor Black History Month with your little ones at this special Racing to Read Storytime focusing on books by Black authors and illustrators.

Wed, Feb 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, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ash Grove Branch Library
Honor Black History Month with your little ones at this special Racing to Read Storytime focusing on books by Black authors and illustrators.

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

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

Wed, Feb 11, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open lab, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Wed, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Participate in the Library's 27th Annual Design-A-Bookmark Contest! We'll have plenty of fun supplies available to create your own design and enter your submissions.

Wed, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Teens and their guardians are invited to connect through stories in our monthly book discussion. Share the experience of reading the same book and dive into the conversation together.

Wed, Feb 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, Feb 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Do you miss the days of playing cards or dominoes with friends and shooting the breeze? Connect with other seniors who feel the same — bring a game, bring a friend or just bring yourself.

Thu, Feb 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, Feb 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a storytime full of books, songs, hugs and kisses.

Thu, Feb 12, 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.

Thu, Feb 12, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Library staff will demonstrate how to create a custom bar of soap with Maker Space equipment. Registration required.

Thu, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Develop creative, problem-solving skills through exciting STEAM activities and challenges. Registration required.

Thu, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Learn about the Windows 11 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.

Thu, Feb 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Participate in the Library's 27th Annual Design-A-Bookmark Contest! We'll have plenty of fun supplies available to create your own design and enter your submissions.

Thu, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Creamery Arts Center - 411 N. Sherman Parkway
Join us to chat about our monthly title while enjoying the urban skyline at this library-sponsored book group.

Fri, Feb 13, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Annie Busch 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.

Fri, Feb 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Play is one of your child’s best teachers. We’ll provide a variety of play stations designed to promote imagination, spark creativity and promote social-emotional development.

Fri, Feb 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Feb 13, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Library staff will demonstrate how to create a custom bar of soap with Maker Space equipment. Registration required.

Fri, Feb 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, Feb 13, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Feb 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Participate in the Library's 27th Annual Design-A-Bookmark Contest! We'll have plenty of fun supplies available to create your own design and enter your submissions.

Fri, Feb 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, hangouts and more.

Sat, Feb 14, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Library staff will demonstrate how to create a custom bar of soap with Maker Space equipment. Registration required.

Sat, Feb 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Stop by for an open lab, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Sat, Feb 14, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.

Sat, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Develop creative, problem-solving skills through exciting STEAM activities and challenges.

Mon, Feb 16, 7:00am - 9:00pm
Library Center
All Library branches will be closed and the Mobile Library will not make its scheduled stops Monday, Feb. 16, in observance of President's Day.

Tue, Feb 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Annie Busch 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.

Tue, Feb 17, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Feb 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Learn how to create an email account using Gmail, create contacts and signatures, compose and reply to emails, organize your inbox and more.

Tue, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Center - Annie Busch 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.

Tue, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:15am
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, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:15am
Willard Branch Library
Honor Black History Month with your little ones at this special Racing to Read Storytime focusing on books by Black authors and illustrators.

Tue, Feb 17, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Feb 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, Feb 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Unleash your creativity in the Teen Room, and we'll showcase your masterpiece on our walls for everyone to admire. Materials will be provided.

Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Station - Santa Fe Community Room (50)
Explore your options for funding education and managing student debt with financial journalist Kristi Waterworth.

Tue, Feb 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Explore different times and places through classic reads with fellow book lovers. Finally get to the books you’ve always meant to read and discover new favorites along the way.

Tue, Feb 17, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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, Feb 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
4 By 4 Brewing Company - 2811 E. Galloway St., Suite A
Brewing off-beat discussions about books that aren't in the mainstream.

Wed, Feb 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, Feb 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
John Cline explores sources that bring your ancestors’ stories and lives into richer context.

Wed, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Fair Grove Branch Library - Fair Grove Branch
Introduce young children to books, reading 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, Feb 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, Feb 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
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, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open lab, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Wed, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Wallace Rae Salon - 1460 E. Cherry St.
Meet at woman-owned businesses to chat about titles that spark conversation with other women in business. Presented in partnership with Leadership Springfield’s Rosie project.
Register

Thu, Feb 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, Feb 19, 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.

Thu, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon in Brazil.

Thu, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Join us each month for crafting, games and good company — open to adults of all abilities and their caregivers.

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

Thu, Feb 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Show off your skills and join us in the Teen Room for board games, video games or role-playing games with friends.

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

Thu, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mother's Brewing Company - 215 S. Grant Ave.
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.

Fri, Feb 20, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Annie Busch 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.

Fri, Feb 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Step back in time with classic films that bring the magic of the silver screen to life.

Fri, Feb 20, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Feb 20, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Feb 20, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Center - Community Room B (30)
Looking for a place to play cards or games with friends? Bring your own or play one of ours and meet new people.

Fri, Feb 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, hangouts and more.

Sat, Feb 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Enjoy snacks and crafts while watching this month’s movie pick, all rated PG.

Sat, Feb 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open lab, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.

Sat, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Creamery Arts Center - 411 N. Sherman Parkway
Enjoy lively discussions on thought-provoking nonfiction from marginalized voices with members of the community.

Mon, Feb 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Explore the world of Magic: The Gathering, a popular tabletop card game. Teens will enjoy basic gameplay, from beginner to intermediate, led by experts from the local game store, Haven Games LLC.
Registration opens Monday, February 9 2026 at 9:00am

Mon, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Grab the popcorn and bring your friends for a big-screen experience at the Schweitzer Brentwood Branch.

Mon, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Library Center - Community Room B (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.

Mon, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Library Center
Honor Black History Month with your little ones at this special Racing to Read Storytime focusing on books by Black authors and illustrators.

Mon, Feb 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Community Room A (20)
Discuss trending books, popular reads and connect with fellow readers.

Tue, Feb 24, 8:00am - 9:00am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Explore ways to use AI thoughtfully and ethically to enhance your work and business practices.

Tue, Feb 24, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Annie Busch 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.

Tue, Feb 24, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center
Honor Black History Month with your little ones at this special Racing to Read Storytime focusing on books by Black authors and illustrators.

Tue, Feb 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Feb 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
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.

Tue, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Center - Annie Busch 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.

Tue, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Center
Honor Black History Month with your little ones at this special Racing to Read Storytime focusing on books by Black authors and illustrators.

Tue, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:15am
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, Feb 24, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Feb 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Gather with fellow crocheters to create granny squares inspired by the book cover of your current read. All skill levels welcome — no experience necessary. Materials will be provided.

Tue, Feb 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Unleash your creativity in the Teen Room, and we'll showcase your masterpiece on our walls for everyone to admire. Materials will be provided.

Tue, Feb 24, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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, Feb 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Take part in our family history series with Glenn Whicker from FamilySearch, perfect for genealogists of all levels.
Registration opens Monday, February 9 2026 at 8:30am

Wed, Feb 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, Feb 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library
Honor Black History Month with your little ones at this special Racing to Read Storytime focusing on books by Black authors and illustrators.

Wed, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Fair Grove Branch Library - Fair Grove Branch
Introduce young children to books, reading 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, Feb 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, Feb 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
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, Feb 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library
Honor Black History Month with your little ones at this special Racing to Read Storytime focusing on books by Black authors and illustrators.

Wed, Feb 25, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open lab, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Thu, Feb 26, 10:00am - 11:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Do you miss the days of playing cards or dominoes with friends and shooting the breeze? Connect with other seniors who feel the same — bring a game, bring a friend or just bring yourself.

Thu, Feb 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Honor Black History Month with your little ones at this special Racing to Read Storytime focusing on books by Black authors and illustrators.

Thu, Feb 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, Feb 26, 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.

Thu, Feb 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Library Station - Santa Fe Community Room (50)
Discuss a wide range of books in various genres, including both fiction and non-fiction titles.

Thu, Feb 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Learn how to create and use spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. Add data to a spreadsheet, perform calculations and set up spreadsheets for printing.

Thu, Feb 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Community Room - Upper Level (60)
Show off your skills and join us every Thursday in the Teen Room for board games, video games or role-playing games with friends.

Thu, Feb 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Santa Fe Community Room (50)
Fall for a new swoon-worthy romance read with a discussion to match. Each month, we’ll switch to feature a sweet or spicy pick.

Fri, Feb 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Annie Busch 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.

Fri, Feb 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center
Honor Black History Month with your little ones at this special Racing to Read Storytime focusing on books by Black authors and illustrators.

Fri, Feb 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Feb 27, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Feb 27, 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, hangouts and more.

Sat, Feb 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Practice your reading skills with Evie, our friend from Alliance of Therapy Pets.

Sat, Feb 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open lab, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Sat, Feb 28, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.

Sat, Feb 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Explore science and storytelling to spark curiosity, connection and a love of learning. Registration required.

Sat, Feb 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Bring your design or create one here, and use our Maker Space equipment to apply it to a tumbler. Tumblers will be provided. Registration starts February 13; call 417-837-5011.

Mon, Mar 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
Meet and connect with fellow crafters while working on a new craft project and trading ideas. Materials will be provided.

Mon, Mar 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Join us for an evening of sketching or painting! Whatever your skill level, try your hand at something new, learn from others and have a creative time. Materials will be provided.

Mon, Mar 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Make keychains using macramé, paracords, beads and more. Materials will be provided.

Mon, Mar 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Create adorable miniatures from upcycled materials. Each month, learn to craft tiny landscapes, rooms or critters using household items. Materials will be provided, or you can bring your own.

Mon, Mar 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Library Center - Community Room B (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.

Mon, Mar 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Explore new ways to use full-text tools on FamilySearch and refine your approach to uncovering what you’re looking for.

Tue, Mar 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Hatch Auditorium (500)
Introduce young children to books, reading 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, Mar 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library.

Tue, Mar 03, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Mar 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Unleash your creativity in the Teen Room, and we'll showcase your masterpiece on our walls for everyone to admire. Materials will be provided.
Registration opens Tuesday, February 17 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Mar 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Center - Hatch Auditorium (500)
Introduce young children to books, reading 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, Mar 03, 10:30am - 11:15am
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, Mar 03, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Mar 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Unleash your creativity in the Teen Room, and we'll showcase your masterpiece on our walls for everyone to admire. Materials will be provided.

Tue, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Bring the whole family to our LEGO brick free-for-all and challenge yourself to build something together.

Tue, Mar 03, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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.

Wed, Mar 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, Mar 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, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
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, Mar 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
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, Mar 04, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Wed, Mar 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Discover how a free account with FamilySearch can open the door to your family’s past.

Wed, Mar 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Share a sample of your writing in a casual setting with like-minded individuals.

Thu, Mar 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, Mar 05, 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.

Thu, Mar 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Learn to save, organize, copy, move, rename, delete, find and manage files and folders on your computer or external storage device.

Thu, Mar 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Show off your skills and join us in the Teen Room for board games, video games or role-playing games with friends.

Thu, Mar 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Benway Conference Room (8)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Fri, Mar 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Center - Hatch Auditorium (500)
Introduce young children to books, reading 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, Mar 06, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Mar 06, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Mar 06, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Center - Community Room B (30)
Looking for a place to play cards or games with friends? Bring your own or play one of ours and meet new people.

Fri, Mar 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 the Nathan and Olive Boone Homestead.

Fri, Mar 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, hangouts and more.

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

Sat, Mar 07, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Sat, Mar 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Want to stop doomscrolling and get out of the house? Bring a craft to work on while chatting with fellow crafters. Whether starting a project or struggling to finish one, this group is for you.

Sat, Mar 07, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.

Sat, Mar 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Explore how cold prep helps seeds grow healthy and strong.

Sat, Mar 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Want to learn how to use a hand press button maker? Recreate antique suffragist buttons from the late 1800s and early 1900s to wear for Women’s History Month in March. Materials will be provided.

Sat, Mar 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Station - Santa Fe Community Room (50)
Try out tabletop role-playing games, like Dungeons & Dragons and others. Join one-shot campaigns with pre-built characters or librarian-generated ones.

Mon, Mar 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Come explore science with the Library's STEAM Kits, featuring a different kit each month.

Mon, Mar 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
Build freely or take on a challenge using our collection of LEGO blocks and other building bricks.

Mon, Mar 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Crankie artist Sandi Green Baker will lead a workshop exploring the artistic techniques and construction of a mini moving panoramic storytelling machine. Materials will be provided.

Mon, Mar 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
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, Mar 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, Mar 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Learn about the Windows 11 operating system. Explore the Start Menu, Settings menu and learn how to customize your computer. Use tiles to launch apps and to access other programs on the computer.

Tue, Mar 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Mar 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, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:15am
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, Mar 10, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Mar 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, Mar 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, Mar 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Unleash your creativity in the Teen Room, and we'll showcase your masterpiece on our walls for everyone to admire. Materials will be provided.

Tue, Mar 10, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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.

Wed, Mar 11, 9:30am - 10:30am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Read, sing and play at our special babies-only playtime.

Wed, Mar 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, Mar 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, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
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, Mar 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
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, Mar 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Library Center - Community Room B (30)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Wed, Mar 11, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

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

Wed, Mar 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, Mar 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Do you miss the days of playing cards or dominoes with friends and shooting the breeze? Connect with other seniors who feel the same — bring a game, bring a friend or just bring yourself.

Thu, Mar 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, Mar 12, 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.

Thu, Mar 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Crankie artist Sandi Green Baker will lead a workshop exploring the artistic techniques and construction of a mini moving panoramic storytelling machine. Materials will be provided.

Thu, Mar 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Republic Branch Library - Oak Room (20)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

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

Thu, Mar 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Develop creative, problem-solving skills through exciting STEAM activities and challenges.

Thu, Mar 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Show off your skills and join us in the Teen Room for board games, video games or role-playing games with friends.

Thu, Mar 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
It’s not too late to enter the Library’s Design-a-Bookmark Contest! Stop by, be creative and leave a bookmark entry.

Thu, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Creamery Arts Center - 411 N. Sherman Parkway
Join us to chat about our monthly title while enjoying the urban skyline at this library-sponsored book group.

Thu, Mar 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
4 By 4 Brewing Company - 2811 E. Galloway St., Suite A
Find out the latest buzz on new and upcoming titles from our librarians.
Registration opens Thursday, February 26 2026 at 9:00am

Fri, Mar 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, Mar 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Play is one of your child’s best teachers. We’ll provide a variety of play stations designed to foster imagination, spark creativity and promote social-emotional development.

Fri, Mar 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
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, Mar 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Mar 13, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Mar 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, hangouts and more.

Sat, Mar 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Sat, Mar 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Practice your reading skills with Evie, our friend from Alliance of Therapy Pets.

Sat, Mar 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Bon Tindle and Robert Stephens explore different ways to express ideas through writing and storytelling.
Registration opens Friday, February 27 2026 at 9:00am

Sat, Mar 14, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.

Sat, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Discover the stories behind the fight for women’s voting rights with the League of Women Voters.

Sat, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Meet fellow succulent enthusiasts, swap or share plants and learn about a succulent family. No contribution or plants needed to join. Bring a container to safely transport your new succulents home.

Sat, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Develop creative, problem-solving skills through exciting STEAM activities and challenges.

Sat, Mar 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Community Room - Upper Level (60)
Curious about geocaching? Learn the basics and see why so many enjoy this outdoor adventure.

Sun, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
From its earliest days in the Middle Ages to the 21st century, local harpist Turner Collins shares music for the Celtic harp across the ages.

Mon, Mar 16, 11:00am - 12:35pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Enjoy a morning movie at the library.

Mon, Mar 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Create a cheerful spring pom pom garland using Maker Space-created tools and colorful yarn. All experience levels welcome; materials will be provided.

Mon, Mar 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
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, Mar 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, Mar 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Learn how to create an email account using Gmail, create contacts and signatures, compose and reply to emails, organize your inbox and more.

Tue, Mar 17, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Mar 17, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Drop into the Teen Room for open crafting with a variety of supplies on hand, from paint and yarn to beads. Bring your imagination and see where your creativity leads.

Tue, Mar 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, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:15am
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, Mar 17, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Mar 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, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Explore different times and places through classic reads with fellow book lovers. Finally get to the books you’ve always meant to read and discover new favorites along the way.

Tue, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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, Mar 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
4 By 4 Brewing Company - 2811 E. Galloway St., Suite A
Brewing off-beat discussions about books that aren't in the mainstream.

Wed, Mar 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, Mar 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Discover how Irish records and surname mapping can reveal local and family connections with genealogist John Grenham.

Wed, Mar 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, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
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, Mar 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
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, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Thu, Mar 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, Mar 19, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Stop in to play our Nintendo Switch 2 in the Teen Room. Jump into a tournament or try out a new favorite game.

Thu, Mar 19, 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.

Thu, Mar 19, 11:00am - 12:20pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Enjoy a morning movie at the library.

Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the United Kingdom.

Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
Join us each month for crafting, games and good company — open to adults of all abilities and their caregivers.

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

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

Thu, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mother's Brewing Company - 215 S. Grant Ave.
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, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Thunderbird Conference Room (6)
Fall for a new swoon-worthy romance read with a discussion to match. Each month, we’ll feature a sweet or spicy pick.

Thu, Mar 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Explore campy, gory horror with ’90s vibes with Lindy Ryan and Agatha Andrews.

Fri, Mar 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, Mar 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
The Alzheimer’s Association Greater Missouri Chapter will share the latest research along with practical tips for healthy living and caring for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia.

Fri, Mar 20, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Mar 20, 11:00am - 12:20pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Enjoy a morning movie at the library.

Fri, Mar 20, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Mar 20, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Center - Community Room B (30)
Looking for a place to play cards or games with friends? Bring your own or play one of ours and meet new people.

Fri, Mar 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Step back in time with classic films that bring the magic of the silver screen to life.

Fri, Mar 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, hangouts and more.

Sat, Mar 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Sat, Mar 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.

Sat, Mar 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Community Room - Upper Level (60)
Springfield Community Gardens Farmer Educator Kevin Prather will share tips for growing a successful spring garden, followed by a demonstration on preparing fresh dishes using seasonal produce.

Mon, Mar 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Get a hands-on look at AI tools and how they can fit into everyday life.

Mon, Mar 23, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
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, Mar 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.
Register

Tue, Mar 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, Mar 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
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.

Tue, Mar 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Mar 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, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:15am
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, Mar 24, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Mar 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Gather with fellow crocheters to create granny squares inspired by the book cover of your current read. All skill levels welcome — no experience necessary. Materials will be provided.

Tue, Mar 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Unleash your creativity in the Teen Room, and we'll showcase your masterpiece on our walls for everyone to admire. Materials will be provided.

Tue, Mar 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Explore new materials and techniques, focusing on creativity and self-expression. Experiment, have fun and put the process front and center. Materials will be provided. In the Children's Department.

Tue, Mar 24, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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, Mar 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Take part in our family history series with Glenn Whicker from FamilySearch, perfect for genealogists of all levels.

Wed, Mar 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, Mar 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, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
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, Mar 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
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, Mar 25, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Wed, Mar 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Discover the evolution of art and creativity across ages.

Wed, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Discover the wonders of the night sky with an evening of stargazing and telescope exploration.

Thu, Mar 26, 10:00am - 11:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Do you miss the days of playing cards or dominoes with friends and shooting the breeze? Connect with other seniors who feel the same — bring a game, bring a friend or just bring yourself.

Thu, Mar 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, Mar 26, 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.

Thu, Mar 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Conference Room (12)
Discuss a wide range of books in various genres, including both fiction and non-fiction titles.

Thu, Mar 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Learn how to create and use spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. Add data to a spreadsheet, perform calculations and set up spreadsheets for printing.

Thu, Mar 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Show off your skills and join us in the Teen Room for board games, video games or role-playing games with friends.

Thu, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Hatch Auditorium (500)
Take a closer look at a new musical inspired by Ozarks history through music, storytelling and live performance.

Thu, Mar 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Join retired U-2 pilot Glenn Whicker as he shares his experiences and insights from a remarkable career.

Fri, Mar 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, Mar 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Mar 27, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Mar 27, 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, hangouts and more.

Sat, Mar 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Sat, Mar 28, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.

Sat, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Center - Community Room B (30)
Bring your scrapbooking, journaling or card-making projects, and we'll supply the workspace and crafting tools. Create freely, or follow along with a guided craft.

Sat, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Explore science and storytelling to spark curiosity, connection and a love of learning. Registration required.

Sat, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Community Room - Upper Level (60)
Hear Melinda Mullins and Betsy Mae, the Layton Hollow Gals, share songs and stories from Melinda's father, Ozarks' Grammy-nominated songwriter Johnny Mullins.

Sat, Mar 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Learn about brain health and healthy living from the Alzheimer’s Association.

Sat, Mar 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Bring the whole family for a block-tastic afternoon with a screening of "A Minecraft Movie," rated PG, snacks and connecting over our shared love of Minecraft.

Mon, Mar 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Take a closer look at an influential art movement and try your hand at creating a piece inspired by its ideas.
Registration opens Monday, March 16 2026 at 9:00am

Mon, Mar 30, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Grab the popcorn and bring your friends for a big-screen experience at the Schweitzer Brentwood Branch.

Mon, Mar 30, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
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, Mar 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Republic Branch Library - Oak Room (20)
Discover practical skills for living sustainably and making the most of your home, garden and local resources.
Register

Mon, Mar 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Community Room A (20)
Discuss trending books, popular reads and connect with fellow readers.

Tue, Mar 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, Mar 31, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Mar 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Tired of annoying reminders to upgrade your storage? Bring your device and enjoy time dedicated to clearing excess photos and files from your phone, tablet or laptop.

Tue, Mar 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, Mar 31, 10:30am - 11:15am
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, Mar 31, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Mar 31, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Unleash your creativity in the Teen Room, and we'll showcase your masterpiece on our walls for everyone to admire. Materials will be provided.

Tue, Mar 31, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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.

Wed, Apr 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, Apr 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, Apr 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
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, Apr 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
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, Apr 01, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Wed, Apr 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Share a sample of your writing in a casual setting with like-minded individuals.

Wed, Apr 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Discover the evolution of art and creativity across ages.

Wed, Apr 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Enjoy crafts, games, photo opportunities and activities inspired by your favorite Studio Ghibli films.

Thu, Apr 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, Apr 02, 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.

Thu, Apr 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library.

Thu, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Show off your skills and join us in the Teen Room for board games, video games or role-playing games with friends.

Thu, Apr 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Enjoy crafts, games, photo opportunities and activities inspired by your favorite Studio Ghibli films.

Thu, Apr 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Benway Conference Room (8)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Fri, Apr 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, Apr 03, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Apr 03, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Apr 03, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Looking for a place to play cards or games with friends? Bring your own or play one of ours and meet new people.

Fri, Apr 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 the Nathan and Olive Boone Homestead.

Fri, Apr 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, hangouts and more.

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

Sat, Apr 04, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Sat, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Want to stop doomscrolling and get out of the house? Bring a craft to work on while chatting with fellow crafters. Whether starting a project or struggling to finish one, this group is for you.

Sat, Apr 04, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.

Sat, Apr 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Join Kaitlyn McConnell of Ozarks Alive to hear about her cookbook and share your favorite family recipes.

Sat, Apr 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Station - Santa Fe Community Room (50)
Try out tabletop role-playing games, like Dungeons & Dragons and others. Join one-shot campaigns with pre-built characters or librarian-generated ones.

Sat, Apr 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Community Room - Upper Level (60)
Take your geocaching skills further and learn tips, tricks and tools for tackling more challenging adventures.

Sun, Apr 05, 7:00am - 9:00pm
Library Center
All Library branches will be closed and the Mobile Library will not make its scheduled stops Sunday, April 5.

Mon, Apr 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
Meet and connect with fellow crafters while working on a new craft project and trading ideas. Materials will be provided.

Mon, Apr 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Join us for an evening of sketching or painting! Whatever your skill level, try your hand at something new, learn from others and have a creative time. Materials will be provided.

Mon, Apr 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Bring your creativity and discover the art of macramé. Materials will be provided.

Mon, Apr 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Create adorable miniatures from upcycled materials. Each month, learn to craft tiny landscapes, rooms or critters using household items. Materials will be provided, or you can bring your own.

Mon, Apr 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
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, Apr 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Community Room B (30)
Explore Virginia’s lost records and discover what’s been recovered and made available online.

Tue, Apr 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, Apr 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Learn to save, organize, copy, move, rename, delete, find and manage files and folders on your computer or external storage device.

Tue, Apr 07, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Apr 07, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Spend the day in the Teen Room playing board games! Drop in to challenge your friends with strategy or fast-paced party games, choosing from a library of new and classic options.

Tue, Apr 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, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:15am
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, Apr 07, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Apr 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
If you had the chance to turn back time and outwit disaster, could you survive the Titanic? Tackle activities that challenge your wit, strategy and quick decision-making.

Tue, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Bring the whole family to our LEGO brick free-for-all and challenge yourself to build something together.

Tue, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
If you had the chance to turn back time and outwit disaster, could you survive the Titanic? Tackle activities that challenge your wit, strategy and quick decision-making.

Tue, Apr 07, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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.

Wed, Apr 08, 9:30am - 10:30am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Read, sing and play at our special babies-only playtime.

Wed, Apr 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, Apr 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, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ash Grove Branch Library
Get ready to hop like a frog and enjoy our amphibious friends at this special storytime.

Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
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, Apr 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
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, Apr 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Library Center - Community Room B (30)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Wed, Apr 08, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

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

Wed, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Discover the evolution of art and creativity across ages.

Wed, Apr 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, Apr 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Do you miss the days of playing cards or dominoes with friends and shooting the breeze? Connect with other seniors who feel the same — bring a game, bring a friend or just bring yourself.

Thu, Apr 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, Apr 09, 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.

Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Celebrate National Unicorn Day with themed games, crafts and activities. Materials will be provided.

Thu, Apr 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Republic Branch Library - Oak Room (20)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Thu, Apr 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Learn about the Windows 11 operating system. Explore the Start Menu, Settings menu and learn how to customize your computer. Use tiles to launch apps and to access other programs on the computer.

Thu, Apr 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Develop creative, problem-solving skills through exciting STEAM activities and challenges.

Thu, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Show off your skills and join us in the Teen Room for board games, video games or role-playing games with friends.

Thu, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Celebrate the upcoming arrival of spring by decorating a flower pot, then planting a seed to take home and watch grow. Materials will be provided.

Thu, Apr 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Library Center - Story Hour Room (45)
Celebrate National Unicorn Day with themed games, crafts and activities. Materials will be provided.

Thu, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Creamery Arts Center - 411 N. Sherman Parkway
Join us to chat about our monthly title while enjoying the urban skyline at this library-sponsored book group.

Thu, Apr 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Follow along with a beginner-friendly video to create your own macrame flower keychain. Materials will be provided.
Registration opens Thursday, March 26 2026 at 8:30am

Fri, Apr 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.

Fri, Apr 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Play is one of your child’s best teachers. We’ll provide a variety of play stations designed to foster imagination, spark creativity and promote social-emotional development.

Fri, Apr 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
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, Apr 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Apr 10, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Apr 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Bring a stuffed animal for a cozy storytime and a special overnight adventure at the library.

Fri, Apr 10, 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, hangouts and more.

Sat, Apr 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Bring a stuffed animal for a cozy storytime and a special overnight adventure at the library.

Sat, Apr 11, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Sat, Apr 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Practice your reading skills with Evie, our friend from Alliance of Therapy Pets.

Sat, Apr 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Get crafty with fellow makers as you donate and trade craft supplies. Socialize, find free materials for a new or current hobby, and share tips, stories and creative inspiration.

Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.

Sat, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Step back to the 1950s and test your knowledge in a team trivia challenge.

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

Sat, Apr 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Transform paper into a pocket-sized booklet and fill it with your art, words, or designs.

Sun, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Library Center - Hatch Auditorium (500)
Enjoy a special double performance featuring live jazz music from the Brueggemann Gouge Jazz Band and the Springfield Community Jazz Ensemble with director Bob Holden.

Sun, Apr 12, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Moxie Cinema - 305 S. Campbell Ave. #101
Watch "A League of Their Own" at the Moxie.

Mon, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Come explore science with the Library's STEAM Kits, featuring a different kit each month.

Mon, Apr 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
Build freely or take on a challenge using our collection of LEGO blocks and other building bricks.

Mon, Apr 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
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, Apr 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, Apr 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Learn to play this trick-taking card game with friends at a four-week introductory course of Contract Bridge.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 31 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library.

Tue, Apr 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Apr 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Unleash your creativity in the Teen Room, and we'll showcase your masterpiece on our walls for everyone to admire. Materials will be provided.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 31 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 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, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
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, Apr 14, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Apr 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, Apr 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, Apr 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Unleash your creativity in the Teen Room, and we'll showcase your masterpiece on our walls for everyone to admire. Materials will be provided.

Tue, Apr 14, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
4 By 4 Brewing Company - 2811 E. Galloway St., Suite A
Brewing off-beat discussions about books that aren't in the mainstream.

Wed, Apr 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, Apr 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Certified Genealogist® Patti Hobbs will explore ways to use Google Earth to bring family history to life.

Wed, Apr 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, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
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, Apr 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
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, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cellar + Plate - 2916 S. Lone Pine Ave.
Meet at woman-owned businesses to chat about titles that spark conversation with other women in business. Presented in partnership with Leadership Springfield’s Rosie project.
Register

Wed, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Discover the evolution of art and creativity across ages.

Thu, Apr 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, Apr 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Celebrate Earth Day with a special storytime all about caring for our planet, then make a fun craft from recycled materials. Materials will be provided. In the Children's Department.

Thu, Apr 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Howard Smith Community Park - 408 E. Bumgarner Blvd., Strafford
Join your favorite children's librarians for an outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities. Provided in partnership with Strafford City Hall.

Thu, Apr 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon exploring the Oceania–Pacific region.

Thu, Apr 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Station - Story Hour Room (30)
Join us each month for crafting, games and good company — open to adults of all abilities and their caregivers.

Thu, Apr 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Learn how to create an email account using Gmail, create contacts and signatures, compose and reply to emails, organize your inbox and more.

Thu, Apr 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Show off your skills and join us in the Teen Room for board games, video games or role-playing games with friends.

Thu, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Strafford Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Thu, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mother's Brewing Company - 215 S. Grant Ave.
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, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Station - Thunderbird Conference Room (6)
Fall for a new swoon-worthy romance read with a discussion to match. Each month, we’ll feature a sweet or spicy pick.

Thu, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Discover 1950s fashion and style with a historic look back and a chance to share your own vintage pieces.

Fri, Apr 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, Apr 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
The Alzheimer’s Association Greater Missouri Chapter will share the latest research along with practical tips for healthy living and caring for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia.

Fri, Apr 17, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Apr 17, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Apr 17, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Center - Community Room B (30)
Looking for a place to play cards or games with friends? Bring your own or play one of ours and meet new people.

Fri, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Step back in time with classic films that bring the magic of the silver screen to life.

Fri, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Learn how to make a sunflower bookmark. Registration required.

Fri, Apr 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, hangouts and more.

Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.

Sat, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Community Room - Upper Level (60)
Discover how to make a classic dish from "The Briar Club" with a staff cooking demonstration.
Registration opens Friday, April 3 2026 at 9:00am

Sat, Apr 18, 1:30pm - 6:30pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Free game play with prizes and snacks.

Sun, Apr 19, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Savoy Ballroom - 224 E. Commercial St.
Join us for a dance lesson that celebrates joy, camaraderie and the glamour of the dance hall.
Registration opens Friday, April 3 2026 at 10:00am

Mon, Apr 20, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Come and have a party playing Princess Peach: Showtime! on the library’s Nintendo Switch, taking turns to see who can win the most levels.

Mon, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
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, Apr 21, 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, Apr 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Learn to play this trick-taking card game with friends at a four-week introductory course of Contract Bridge.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 31 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library.

Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Apr 21, 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, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
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, Apr 21, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Apr 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, Apr 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Unleash your creativity in the Teen Room, and we'll showcase your masterpiece on our walls for everyone to admire. Materials will be provided.

Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Explore different times and places through classic reads with fellow book lovers. Finally get to the books you’ve always meant to read and discover new favorites along the way.

Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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.

Wed, Apr 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, Apr 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, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
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, Apr 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
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, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Discover the evolution of art and creativity across ages.

Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 11:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Do you miss the days of playing cards or dominoes with friends and shooting the breeze? Connect with other seniors who feel the same — bring a game, bring a friend or just bring yourself.

Thu, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 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.

Thu, Apr 23, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Conference Room (12)
Discuss a wide range of books in various genres, including both fiction and non-fiction titles.

Thu, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
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.

Thu, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Show off your skills and join us in the Teen Room for board games, video games or role-playing games with friends.

Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Community Room A (20)
Create a charming spring wreath featuring felt cut flowers. Materials will be provided.
Registration opens Thursday, April 9 2026 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 23, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Library Center - Hatch Auditorium (500)
Join us in welcoming our One Read featured author Kate Quinn and hear her discuss her novel "The Briar Club."

Fri, Apr 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.

Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Apr 24, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Apr 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Learn how to make a sunflower bookmark. Registration required.

Fri, Apr 24, 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, hangouts and more.

Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Community Room - Upper Level (60)
Discover how a free account with FamilySearch can open the door to your family’s past.

Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.

Sat, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Community Room - Upper Level (60)
Learn to make tasty sandwiches with fresh, garden-inspired ingredients. Registration required.

Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Explore science and storytelling to spark curiosity, connection and a love of learning. Registration required.

Sat, Apr 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Learn about brain health and healthy living from the Alzheimer’s Association.

Sat, Apr 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Celebrate Earth Day by upcycling empty paper towel rolls into a work of art to adorn your walls. Materials will be provided.

Sun, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Members of Ozarks Lyric Opera will perform and share about the opera with kids.

Mon, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Grab the popcorn and bring your friends for a big-screen experience at the Schweitzer Brentwood Branch.

Mon, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
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, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Republic Branch Library - Oak Room (20)
Discover practical skills for living sustainably and making the most of your home, garden and local resources.
Register

Mon, Apr 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Community Room A (20)
Discuss trending books, popular reads and connect with fellow readers.

Tue, Apr 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.
Register

Tue, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Learn to play this trick-taking card game with friends at a four-week introductory course of Contract Bridge.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 31 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Learn how to create and use spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. Add data to a spreadsheet, perform calculations and set up spreadsheets for printing.

Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
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, Apr 28, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, Apr 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Gather with fellow crocheters to create granny squares inspired by the book cover of your current read. All skill levels welcome — no experience necessary. Materials will be provided.

Tue, Apr 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Unleash your creativity in the Teen Room, and we'll showcase your masterpiece on our walls for everyone to admire. Materials will be provided.

Tue, Apr 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Explore new materials and techniques, focusing on creativity and self-expression. Experiment, have fun and put the process front and center. Materials will be provided. In the Children's Department.

Tue, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Take part in our family history series with Glenn Whicker from FamilySearch, perfect for genealogists of all levels.

Wed, Apr 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, Apr 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, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
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, Apr 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
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, Apr 29, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Discover the evolution of art and creativity across ages.

Thu, Apr 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, Apr 30, 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.

Thu, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Tired of annoying reminders to upgrade your storage? Bring your device and enjoy time dedicated to clearing excess photos and files from your phone, tablet or laptop.

Thu, Apr 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Show off your skills and join us in the Teen Room for board games, video games or role-playing games with friends.

Fri, May 01, 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, May 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, May 01, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, May 01, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Center - Community Room B (30)
Looking for a place to play cards or games with friends? Bring your own or play one of ours and meet new people.

Fri, May 01, 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 the Nathan and Olive Boone Homestead.

Fri, May 01, 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, hangouts and more.

Fri, May 01, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Park Central Branch Library - Park Central Branch
Join us for First Friday Art Walk and the opening of a new exhibit.

Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Want to stop doomscrolling and get out of the house? Bring a craft to work on while chatting with fellow crafters. Whether starting a project or struggling to finish one, this group is for you.

Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.

Sat, May 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Create a heartfelt, personalized card for your mom or grandma for Mother's Day.

Sat, May 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Station - Santa Fe Community Room (50)
Try out tabletop role-playing games, like Dungeons & Dragons and others. Join one-shot campaigns with pre-built characters or librarian-generated ones.

Sat, May 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Community Room - Upper Level (60)
Flex your green thumb and grow your plant collection by swapping with fellow plant enthusiasts.

Sat, May 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Create a unique butterfly magnet using beads and wire. Materials will be provided.
Registration opens Friday, April 17 2026 at 8:30am

Sun, May 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Mario has a new adventure at the library! Try our Mario-themed obstacle course, games and crafts with a life-size Super Mario World experience.

Mon, May 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fair Grove Branch Library
Meet and connect with fellow crafters while working on a new craft project and trading ideas. Materials will be provided.

Mon, May 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ash Grove Branch Library - Community Room (25)
Join us for an evening of sketching or painting! Whatever your skill level, try your hand at something new, learn from others and have a creative time. Materials will be provided.

Mon, May 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Create and design your own Cricut creations — stickers, name plates, keychains or whatever you want. Materials will be provided.

Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Create adorable miniatures from upcycled materials. Each month, learn to craft tiny landscapes, rooms or critters using household items. Materials will be provided, or you can bring your own.

Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
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, May 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Hatch Auditorium (500)
Join Molly Healey for a mesmerizing solo performance of atmospheric folk and experimental sounds.
Registration opens Monday, April 6 2026 at 9:00am

Mon, May 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Learn how new AI tools can enhance your genealogical research and uncover more in your family history.

Tue, May 05, 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, May 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Learn to play this trick-taking card game with friends at a four-week introductory course of Contract Bridge.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 31 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Invest in yourself with free computer skills classes at the Library.

Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 10:45am
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, May 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Unleash your creativity in the Teen Room, and we'll showcase your masterpiece on our walls for everyone to admire. Materials will be provided.
Registration opens Tuesday, April 21 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, May 05, 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, May 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
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, May 05, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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, May 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Unleash your creativity in the Teen Room, and we'll showcase your masterpiece on our walls for everyone to admire. Materials will be provided.

Tue, May 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Willard Branch Library - Community Room (40)
Bring the whole family to our LEGO brick free-for-all and challenge yourself to build something together.

Tue, May 05, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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, May 05, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Library Center - Hatch Auditorium (500)
Celebrate Route 66’s centennial with local author David Harrison and enjoy music, art, poetry and more.

Wed, May 06, 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, May 06, 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, May 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
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, May 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
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, May 06, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Maker Space
Stop by for an open studio, ideal for tours, quick projects and experienced makers.

Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Share a sample of your writing in a casual setting with like-minded individuals.

Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Center - Annie Busch Community Room (100)
Discover the evolution of art and creativity across ages.

Thu, May 07, 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, May 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.

Thu, May 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Computer Training Center
Learn to save, organize, copy, move, rename, delete, find and manage files and folders on your computer or external storage device.

Thu, May 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Station - Frisco Community Room (70)
Develop creative, problem-solving skills through exciting STEAM activities and challenges.

Thu, May 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
Show off your skills and join us in the Teen Room for board games, video games or role-playing games with friends.

Thu, May 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library - Community Room (100)
Chat about our monthly title with other literary lovers in the community.

Thu, May 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Center - Hatch Auditorium (500)
Brooks Blevins explores the legends and stories that shape the Ozarks and how the region is seen by others.
Registration opens Monday, April 6 2026 at 9:00am