SPRINGFIELD CITY LIBRARY
WHAT'S NEW AT THE LIBRARY?
 
WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WINTER
 
The Springfield City Library has been hard at work creating virtual and socially distanced opportunities for you and your family. Take a look at some new things happening online & at your local branches. 
 
TAKE & MAKE ACTIVITES

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DECEMBER FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Add these great family activities to your next curbside pick up at participating branches:
  • WINTER STICKY ART- December 1st - December 12th at Mason Square Branch Library, pick up  a kit with all you need to create a winter scene on a sheet of sticky paper. Ages 4 - 12
  • MAKE A FAUX GINGERBREAD HOUSE- December 5th - 26th at East Springfield Branch Library, pick up your gingerbread house kit that includes a cardboard base and felt for "candy." Send us a picture of your creation to be entered into a raffle for a special prize. Ages 6 -12
  • GINGERBREAD PEOPLE-December 7th - 19th at Brightwood Branch, East Forest Park Branch, and East Springfield Branch, pick up a kit to make your very own gingerbread people! Fun for the whole family!
(While supplies last. Call your local branch for more details)
YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS IT!

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ONLINE UKULELE FUN
Come strum along once a month online in a fun Ukulele jam session! Bring your own or borrow one from the Central library. Contact Diane for more information: dhoule@springfieldlibrary.org or 413-263-6828 x293
123 Andrés
Latin Grammy-winning music duo 123 Andrés is bringing their bilingual tunes and irresistible Latin beats right to your home and will get you up, moving and laughing. Get ready to enjoy catchy tunes, in both Spanish and English, and an interactive show!
 
Thurs, Dec 17 at 10am ET
 
Click here for more!
COMING SOON: LIFE SKILLS FOR TEENS
Wednesdays, January 6th - 27th |  7 -8 p.m. on ZOOM
Join us Each week on zoom where an expert will give a talk on different subjects and answer your life skills questions. We'll have sessions on:
 
  • JAN 6   | How do I get a job?
  • JAN 13 | How do I manage my money?
  • JAN 20 | How do I prepare for college?
  • JAN 27 | How do I learn a trade?
These sessions are FREE and don't require registration. 
For more info and Zoom link, check our website, social media, or call / email Sara at 413-263-6853 | sdeignan@springfieldlibrary.org
ONLINE

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As always, our website is a hub for all sorts of resources and information regarding COVID, closures, and online education. You can visit us any time here to discover new offerings and find answers to your most frequently asked questions. 
 
New! Let's Chat!
Now when you visit our website www.springfieldlibrary.org, a chat bubble pops up that connects you directly to library staff! Have a specific question? Visit us and try it out.
CURBSIDE PICKUP

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CENTRAL LIBRARY OPEN FOR SUNDAY CURBSIDE & PHONE HOURS
Springfield Central Library has added Sunday hours to better assist its patrons. From 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. you will be able to call and ask reference questions or pick up curbside orders.
Our building doors may still be closed, but we are working hard to remain open for services.
HOLIDAY HOURS AND CLOSINGS 
Plan ahead for curbside pickup of books, movies, and music! Call your nearest location for help & to make a curbside appointment. All branches will be Closed on the following days:
  • Thursday, December 24th
  • Friday, December 25th
  • Saturday, December 26th
  • Friday, January 1st
  • Saturday, January 2nd
SCL CARES

A HEARTWARMING & HELPFUL HAND
A patron in his sixties called us to find a specific short story. His father, in his 90s, is recovering from COVID-19 (on the mend, don’t worry!) and the son wanted to share a special memory with him by reading the story together in the evenings. We were able to track down the story in one of our older collections, and arrange for safe and socially distant curbside pickup. It’s wonderful to hear about the ways families are taking care of each other and bonding over a shared love of books and reading in these strange times. Thanks for trusting us with your needs – and if you need that special story, or just ideas for reading together with your loved ones, please let us help you!
 
Click Here to Ask a Librarian!
HOW CAN YOU GET INVOLVED?
THE MITTEN TREE
DECEMBER - MID JANUARY AT ALL LOCATIONS
Donations of new mittens, gloves, hats, and scarves may be brought to curbside delivery at any library location during curbside hours. Donated items will be distributed throughout Springfield in mid-December and early January. Thank you!
NEW YEAR'S CARDS FOR MEALS ON WHEELS
DECEMBER 1st - 31st AT ALL BRANCH LOCATIONS
Enjoy a special family activity while reaching out to your neighbors. Make an appointment to pick up supplies to make New Year's Cards for homebound Meals on Wheels recipients. Use one of our idea templates, or be creative and make your own. Please return your finished cards by December 31, so they can be distributed for the new year in a safe and timely manner.
For More Upcoming and Ongoing Events, Visit Our Website, Our Facebook Page and/or Our Instagram!
Stay tuned for what’s up next for The Springfield City Library!
Springfield City Library
220 State Street
Springfield, Massachusetts 01103
413-263-6828
www.springfieldlibrary.org