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SPRINGFIELD CITY LIBRARY WHAT'S NEW AT THE LIBRARY? - AUGUST 2023 |
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Mason Square Branch – World of Owls
Wednesday, August 2 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Children & Families Owls are a species of bird specially adapted for nocturnal hunting, yet most of our understanding of owls has been influenced by folklore and popular culture. Come learn what owls are really about. Wingmasters Julie Anne Collier and Jim Parks, licensed raptor rehabilitators and experts, will help us explore the world of these fascinating creatures. Ages 6+ Birds of Prey, or raptors, are terrific hunters and possess keen eyesight and hearing. Come learn what raptors are all about. Wingmasters Julie Anne Collier and Jim Parks, licensed raptor rehabilitators and experts, will help us explore the world of these fascinating creatures. Ages 6+ Meet animal ambassadors from the Forest Park Zoo and learn how they live! Youth of all ages and their families are welcome. |
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August: Read a Book in Translation Check out this collection of books in translation spanning multiple genres, languages, and formats. |
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REPTILE SHOW OF NEW ENGLAND Welcome to the wonderful world of reptiles! Learn about the nature and life of these beautiful creatures from professional herpetologists in a fun, safe environment. For ages 5 and up. |
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WHAT'S NEW FROM LUPA ZOO Friends from the Lupa Zoo will be at the library to share their knowledge of our wonderful animal neighbors. This educational show features a variety of animals |
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SUMMER STORYTIMES SUPER SATURDAY STORYTIME Central LibrarySaturdays, through August 26 | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Children of All Ages Join us Saturday afternoons for an all ages, themed family storytime. Each week we’ll read books, get silly, and do an activity, all about a special theme. Costumes and toys are encouraged! SUNSHINE STORYTIME Spend Tuesday mornings this summer in the sunshine with your new favorite stories. Aimed at children ages 3-5, but siblings of all ages are welcome. Storytime will be held in the reading garden outside the children’s room, just follow the gravel path and don’t forget your sunscreen! In case of rain, we will meet in the children’s room. |
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LETTERBOXING AFTERNOON Wednesday, August 2 | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Come and learn all about letterboxing! This hobby combines art, treasure hunting, and clue breaking! You'll get to learn how to carve your own stamp, and you'll help design and carve a Springfield City Library stamp to be hidden in the library. You'll also help create the clues that will lead others to the box we've created. TIME TRAVEL ESCAPE ROOM You've been pulled into the past! Can you find a way to repair the time machine and get back to the present before you are stuck in the past forever? MAKE & BAKE STARFISH Come by to create your very own starfish out of salt dough that you'll make and decorate . |
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In more than 300 columns for the Springfield Republican, Robert Chipkin, editor, columnist and humorist, adopted the voice of his golden retriever, Theo. The two of them developed a special kind of Theo-ology — exploring the world as a dog sees it. Now, Theo’s views on skunks, socks, birthdays, time, leashes and much more appear in a book, Paws to Remember. Join us for an author talk and reading! |
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CRAFTS AT FOREST PARK BRANCH LIBRARY Paper Quilling Flower Frames Join us Saturday afternoon at the Forest Park Branch Library and make a picture frame adorned with paper quilled flowers! No expertise needed, supplies provided. |
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Candle Making Join us Saturday afternoon at the Forest Park Branch Library and make a candle! We'll have a variety of dyes and scents to make it your own. Bracelet Bead Stitching Thursday, August 24 | 5 - 7:30 PM | Adults | Registration Required Visit us on Thursday evening for some jewelry making! Using needles and fire-line, we'll bead a bracelet ( or key chain if you prefer.) Supplies limited, registration required. |
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Saturday, August 5 | 1 - 2 PM | Adults What is active listening? Learn this valuable communication skill. This free, hour-long workshop will be led by certified active listener instructor Stacy Pringle. Perfect for workers, managers, and job-seekers. |
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Art & Craft Supply Swap Saturday, August 26th | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Ages 18+ Do you have a stash of art & craft supplies just sitting around? Bring those unused supplies to a community swap & find new treasures to bring home! Donations accepted in advance August 14-25 Those who donate will receive an early bird ticket to access the swap one hour ahead of the general public. Supplies should be in "like new" condition. |
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Stay tuned for what's up next for the Springfield City Library! |
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