The Springfield City Library offers free adult classes, workshops, and programs across all of our library locations. Listed below are just a few of our ongoing programs. Please sign up for our monthly brochure, check out our event calendar, or visit your local branch library page for a list of all of our upcoming programs.
Adult Programs
Arts & Crafts
Knot Just Knitters
Grab some needles and yarn, then come join us! Newcomers always welcome. | Adults
Color My World – Relaxing Coloring Time for Grown-Ups
Feeling like you need to de-stress? Want to do something creative? Just need a break? | Thursdays
East Springfield – Craft Your Cares Away
Come “Craft Your Cares Away” with Tricia. | Adults
Book Groups
Books & Brew Book Club at Nathan Bill’s
Cure your mid-week blues with a lively book discussion and some brew at Nathan Bill’s Bar and Restaurant. | Adults
Afterthoughts Book Discussion Groups
A traditional book discussion group where everyone reads and discusses the same book. | Adults
What’s Cooking Cookbook Club at Central Library
Do you enjoy cooking, or would you like to improve your cooking skills? | Adults
BYOB, a Book Discussion Group
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) and share your recent reads. Gain exposure to new authors, titles, and genres. | Adults
U.S. History Book and Media Discussion Group at Sixteen Acres
Members are encouraged to share any conversation-provoking history books that they are reading with the group. | Adults
Computer Classes
Free Computer Classes For Adults
Hands-on workshops including: Using the Internet, File Management, and Online Resources. | Adults
Introduction to Microsoft Office
Get started with the basics – Microsoft Office computer classes including: Word, Publisher, PowerPoint and Excel | Adults
Games
Mason Square: Puzzlers – Daily
Come and do a puzzle with your neighbors. | Teens & Adults
Games & Puzzles available for loan! at the Central Library
Games & puzzles available for loan! | Adults & Teens
Exhibits
Art Central: Breathing In, Monotypes by Doris Madsen – Mar 2 – Apr 25
Meet the artist on Sunday, March 3rd for the free opening reception. | 18+
Health & Fitness
Tai Chi for Everyone at East Springfield
Tai Chi is often referred to as “Moving Meditation” and can be practiced by almost anyone. | All Ages
Chair Yoga – East Springfield
Chair yoga is suitable for all fitness levels and physical conditions.
Music
Rotunda Rhythms: Katherine First and Kitchen Sink – March 31
Katherine First & Kitchen Party create a festive atmosphere just like the good old times. | All Ages
Dennis Polisky and the Maestro’s Men
Let’s Polka! | Help Us Celebrate our 110th Anniversary
Talks, Films, Readings & Workshops
Herbal Tea Blending for Beginners
Nothing takes the chill away like a warm cup of tea. | March 15
Write-up Springfield! Monthly at Central
Calling all creative writers! A new group has started to workshop your writing. | Adults
The Author Fair
Come to the Fair to meet recently published authors and enjoy their works in this showcase of local talent and achievement. | March 30
The Business Side of Poetry – April 27
Are you feeling unsure about where to send your poems for publication? | Adults
Lost Springfield: It’s History in Photographs and Stories – April 4
Join local history enthusiasts and take a walk down memory lane. | Adults
Revival a Literary Arts Spotlight – Mason Square
Enjoy the readings of Pioneer Valley poets and writers in this showcase of literary artists. | March 16
Get a Job with Skillsmart
Springfield WORKS Jobs Portal will connect you to the right resources to help you achieve your career goals. | Adults
From Bergen-Belsen to Springfield a Story of Holocaust Survival and Beyond
Local Author Book Talk – March 16