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SPRINGFIELD CITY LIBRARY WHAT'S NEW AT THE LIBRARY? - JANUARY 2021 |
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Happy New Year! The Springfield City Library staff
wish you a safe, healthy, and Happy New Year. |
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Add these great family activities to your next curbside pick up at participating branches: - DO YOU WANT TO BUILD A SNOWMAN - Enjoy a fun family activity this winter with this take and make kit and free board book! There are so many ways to build a snowman, what's your favorite? Use one of our idea templates, or be creative and make your own with all the supplies provided. Take time with your child to read a winter story after! For ages 3-8.
At the following locations: Central Library, East Forest Park Branch, Forest Park Branch, Mason Square Branch
- MAKERSPACE TO GO - Beat back the winter doldrums with some freestyle creative fun! We'll provide a "surprise" bag chock full of art and recycled materials such as paper, cardboard, ribbon, stickers, felt and yarn. You supply tape or glue and your amazing imagination. For ages 3 and up.
At the following location: Sixteen Acres Branch
- ABC SCAVENGER HUNT - Look all around the house and outside for things that start with letters from the alphabet. Write or draw your answer. Call your branch library to obtain a copy curbside, or download and print from our website. Return your finished scavenger hunt for a small prize!
At all library locations.
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Life Skills for Teens Wednesdays, January 6th - 27th | 7-8 PM on ZOOM
Join us each week on zoom where an expert will give a talk on different subjects and answer your life skills questions. - 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. Use this Zoom link to connect! For more info, check our website, social media, or call/email Sara at 413-263-6853 or sdeignan@springfieldlibrary.org |
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Survey for Teens & Tweens Help us plan for 2021! If you’re a teen or tween between the ages of 11 and 18, we want to hear from you! Take the survey and tell us what YOU want to see from us in the year to come. tinyurl.com/SCLteensurvey
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Help for Job Seekers Class SeriesA dynamic series of 3 online workshops to help job seekers find success. Includes a variety of topics, including resume writing, applying to job ads and online applications, local job seeker service providers, time-saving online resources and tools, and more. For adults 18+. Sign-up early to save your seat, and speak with a librarian if you need help using Zoom. Register and get more information at the link! PART 1 - Thursday January 14 | 11 AM – 12 PM PART 2 - Thursday January 21 | 11 AM – 12 PM PART 3 - Thursday January 28 | 11 AM – 12 PM |
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Genealogy Help Online Drop-In Saturdays Jan 16, Feb 13, Mar 13 | 2-3 PM | Ages 18+ Did you get an Ancestry, 23 and Me, or other DNA kit for the holiday? Interested in digging in to your family history? Whether you're a beginner or a long-time genealogy fan, drop in online to Zoom for live help with questions about your family tree! We can show you how to access the library's and other genealogy resources, get started with your own family history, or tackle a stumbling block on your existing project. No registration required; Zoom link provided on our calendar. Read more at the link! |
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Hit Us with Your Best Shot: a Photography Contest January 19 - February 19 We're having a photography contest! Use your creativity to take pictures on the theme The Many Wonders of Springfield for a chance to win gift card prizes. For more information and to submit your photos click here. |
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Knot Just Knitters - Live at Lunchtime!Do you secretly wait for lunch to pick up your yarn and knit or crochet a few rows? Then KJK Live at Lunchtime is just what you ordered! Relax and stitch while you catch up with old friends, and make new ones. Are you a beginner, or need help with a pesky pattern? Seasoned needle artists are here to help and to give advice about tools, yarns and techniques. No registration required, just click on the link on our calendar to drop in!
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Ukulele Strum-Along Online
1st Monday monthly, 7-8 PM Next event January 4th |
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E-Library 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. |
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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. |
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Curbside Pickup Available at All Locations We miss you! And although we can’t open our doors just yet, we want you to safely get the library items you want. Our contactless curbside pickup is easy! - Request items you’d like to borrow.
- We’ll let you know when the items are ready for pickup, and schedule an appointment with you to get them.
- When it’s your turn to pick up your items, follow the signs at your library, call the number provided, and we’ll bring your items out for you to pick up.
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Stay tuned for what’s up next for The Springfield City Library! |
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