Forest Park Branch Library

Forest Park neighborhood residents outgrew the provisional circulating library that was set up at Park Memorial Baptist Church and residents wanted a full service branch library. In 1908, industrialist Andrew Carnegie provided $50,000 for three branch libraries that included Forest Park Branch Library. Carnegie required that neighborhood citizens subscribe for land to match his donation of money for the building. Over 500 prominent Forest Park citizens subscribed for land and soon Forest Park Branch Library was completed in 1909. The Forest Park Branch now offers wireless access.

Forest Park/East Forest Park Newsletter available online: Click here for the current edition of OmniPages!

Martha Speaks Read-Aloud Book Club

The Martha Speaks Read-Aloud Book Club introduces children to an engaging collection of dog-themed books and activities, and fosters their love of words and reading. A companion to the popular PBS KIDS television show Martha Speaks, the club can also help children develop a deeper appreciation of the many positive roles dogs play in our lives.

Book Club Sessions
Over the course of six one-hour sessions, children ages 4 to 7 listen to a book read aloud, engage in conversation about the book, learn new vocabulary, and participate in a hands-on activity. At the conclusion of each session, children receive a copy of the featured book, along with fun Martha Speaks incentives, such as stickers and Martha Speaks collectibles, to take home.

At Forest Park, Thursdays, starting July 15, at 2:00 (through August 19)

Please pre-register by calling the branch at 263-6843. Space is limited.

Go Green at Your Library!

2010 Summer Reading Club

June 21 - August 7 (August 14 for Adults)

It's time to sign up for Springfield City Library's Summer Reading Club and take advantage of all the library offers, for free. This year's theme, “Go Green at Your Library!” is timely indeed, since Springfield was recently named a “green community.” It's appropriate to borrow instead of buy, saving money and trees! Signing up is simple -- just stop in to any of our library branches and fill out a registration sheet. For more information on our three clubs, click here:

Summer Reading Club for Kids (Read-to-Me and Go Green Reading Club)

Summer Reading Club for Teens

Adult Summer Reading Club (June 21 - August 14)

Summer Reading Club Activities at Forest Park:

FOR KIDS:

Saturday, July 24, 1-2:30 pm, recommended ages 4 and up

Drop in craft: “Green” snakes
Make a green snake from recycled materials. Paints and materials provided.
Groups please call ahead.

Sat. Aug. 7, 1-2:30 pm , recommended ages 4 and up

Drop in craft: “Green” bracelets
Make some “green” bracelets from beads or recycled paper.
Groups please call ahead.

FOR TEENS & TWEENS:

Tuesday, July 27, 2-3:30 pm

Design a “Green” t-shirt
Please bring a PRE-Washed white or light colored t-shirt and wear old clothes in case you get paint on them. You can paint a green friendly design on it. Paints and brushes will be provided. Please call 263-6843 to pre-register or sign up online.

Thursday, July 29, 4-5:30 pm

Wii Will Play PS2***
Exercise your expertise or try something new with a videogame-DDR and a Wii game.

Ongoing: drop-in knitting or crochet Thursdays, 5-6:30pm

Norman's Magic Show

Forest Park, Thursday, August 5, 4 pm

A magic show performed by Norman Ng is an exciting fusion of magic, comedy, and audience participation! To mark the end of Springfield City Library's Summer Reading Club, families will have many chances to watch Norman give "...one of the most unique shows around," according to Western Oregon University. In fact, Norman was just nominated for two awards by Campus Activities Magazine, for 2010's "Best Male Performer" and "Best Novelty Live Act." His show features amazing magic, hilarious comedy and lots of hands-on fun! The Friends of the Springfield Library generously provide funding for these programs. For additional information please contact Jean Canosa Albano at 263-6828, x291.

PROGRAMS & EVENTS:

Knit-n-More
Thursdays, 5 - 6:30 pm

New! Do you want to learn to knit or crochet, or need help with a yarn project you have started? Bring a pair of #8 or #9 needles and a ball of worsted weight yarn, or a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook and a ball of worsted weight yarn to the Forest Park Branch Library and our talented volunteer, Lynn, will help you. Teens, adults and families are encouraged to stop in and give it a try! You'll be able to check out new items at the Library as well as visit with others interested in the crafts of knitting and crocheting. It's great for beginning or advanced knitters. The "Knit-n-More" group meets Thursdays from 5 -6:30 p.m. Please call 263-6836 for more information.

City Councilor Keith Wright Office Hours
Will Resume in September

Hi!Tech Help for Seniors

Half-hour sessions are available with trained volunteers who will help you get started with the wide world of computers! Please call the branch directly for an appointment. This service is intended for Beginners who need one-on-one help becoming more comfortable with the mouse, keyboard, and Windows desktop environment.

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For information about the renovation of the Forest Park Branch Library and its history, click here .

For Branch Advisory Committee information, contact:
Ginna Ondricek
Help shape the direction of the Forest Park Branch Library at its next advisory meeting. We want your suggestions.

Your Opinion Counts at the Library

The Library is launching an online customer satisfaction survey and is ready for your input. Click here to comment on our collections, policies, programming, services, staff, and more. To take the survey in Spanish click here.

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