| Pine Point |
Manager: Norma Couture |
Located on Boston Road, the venerable Pine Point Branch has plenty of free parking, a large selection of new fiction and non-fiction titles, and exciting programs for kids and teens. Pine Point is also the home of the Read/Write/Now Adult Literacy Program.
Read/Write/Now Twentieth Anniversary
Read/Write/Now is celebrating twenty years of helping adult learners meet their goals with an open house on Wednesday, May 21, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to this free event, and light refreshments will be served. Click here for more information.
GARDENING WITH THE KING
Itching to get your fingers in the dirt? Start at the Library!
Thursday evenings, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join Master Gardener Larry King for free gardening workshops at the Pine Point Branch Library, 204 Boston Road. With over thirty-five years of experience, Mr. King will get your garden growing in no time! All workshops will be held on Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. To learn more, call 263-6855. Here is the class schedule:
April 10 Success with Seeds
April 17 New Plants from Old
April 24 Growing Under Lights
May 1 Soil Preparation
May 8 Plant Protection: Animals, Bugs, Insect, Weeds
May 15 Proper Feeding: Water, Light, Air
May 22 Container Growing
May 29 Garden Layout: Herbs, Flowers, Shrubs
June 5 Lawns: Seed, Mow, Feed, Water, and Problem Solving
June 12 Roses: Select, Plant, Protect
June 19 Pruning, Training, Pinching
BRANCH PROGRAMS:
NEW BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP FORMING AT PINE POINT BRANCH
Meetings: First Thursday of the Month, 6:30-7:30 pm
Book lovers are always looking for suggestions for the next great story to read. Now they can hear about a wide variety of books to choose from at the Springfield City Library's First Thursday Book Group for adults at the Pine Point Branch Library, 204 Boston Road. The group meets at the Pine Point Branch on the first Thursday of each month from 6:30-7:30 pm, and new members are always welcome.
Instead of picking just one book to discuss, this group features a variety of titles and genres at each meeting -- mysteries, romance, or whatever suits the readers. Staff reviews new and upcoming books of special interest, and members will have a chance to share their thoughts on books they've recently read. It's said that word of mouth recommendations are the best, and members are sure to learn from each other about new authors and genres, and to keep up with promising new titles beyond the bestsellers. Librarian Ann Keefe invites readers to join the group. "The Pine Point Branch, with its heavy circulation of novels, has always been a place for readers. If you enjoy reading and exploring fictional worlds, this new book group is a place for you, too. Join us in a cozy corner of this comfortable branch with ample free parking."
To join or for more information, contact Ann Keefe 413-263-6828 ext. 294 or by e-mail at akeefe@SpringfieldLibrary.org.
After School Chess Club
Tuesdays, 3 - 5 PM
An after school chess club is available on Tuesdays from 3 to 5 p.m. for friendly chess games and the exchange of strategies. All are welcome; chess sets are available or bring your own. For more information, call the branch at 263-6855.
Anime/Manga Club
Every Other Monday, 3 - 5 pm
April 14, 28
May 12 (closed 26)
June 9, 23
Join us at the Pine Point Branch for an anime and manga club for kids ages 12 and up. Discuss your favorite books and videos, create your own manga graphic novel and join in contests and games with staff librarian Gary Pysznik. Call or stop by the branch for details!
COLLECTIONS include:
- Children's and adult books
- Fiction and non-fiction materials for adults
- Feature films, children's videos, and documentaries (DVD & VHS)
- CD-ROMS and cassette/book kits
- CDS and cassettes
SERVICES include:
- Reference: assists patrons in finding answers and/or materials
- Reader's Advisory: helps patrons of all ages find the right book
- PACS to access local and regional library catalogs
- Interlibrary and intralibrary loan service
- Access to databases with general, health and business information for adults and children
- Computer access: sign up at reference desk
- Word processing: 30 minute slots
- Internet: 30 minute slots
FOR CHILDREN:
- Drop-in crafts: Thursdays, 3 - 7 pm
- Children's programming
- School Vacation Week activities
- Summer reading program
- Children's storytimes
The Pine Point Branch is the home of the Read/Write/Now Adult Literacy Program.
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