The Springfield City Library offers free adult classes, workshops, and programs across all of our library locations. Please sign up for our email newsletter, check out our event calendar, or visit your local branch library page for a list of all of our upcoming programs.
Adult Programs
- Special Events & Miscellaneous Classes
- Readings, Writing, Arts, & Crafts
- Computer Classes
- Cooking, Gardening, Health, & Fitness
- Games
- Book Groups
- Online Programs
Special Events & Miscellaneous Classes

April Activities for Adults
Join us for these events and activities at the library in April! | Adults

Library Dances – March & April
Join us for a performance of short contemporary dance works that include a dance poem, a dance essay, and the chapter of a dance novel. | East Forest Park | Adults

Classical Music for the Young at Heart – April 1
Join us for a piano trio performance of many favorite classical music pieces played for the young and the young at heart. | Sixteen Acres | Teens & Adults

Connecticut River Birding and Nature Walk
Join us for a stroll along the Riverwalk in Springfield to learn more about the plants and animals that live in the Connecticut River Watershed. | Adults

Reptile Show of New England – April 22
This meet-and-greet live reptile show will feature over 15 reptiles species from around the world! | East Forest Park | All Ages

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group – Online
Libraries across Massachusetts have partnered to offer this free 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group online series. | Online | Adults

Job Corps & AmeriCorps Information Tables
Come learn about career programs that help people obtain high school diplomas, job training, and employment. | Teens & Adults

Ask a Law Librarian – Online
Join us on Zoom every Tuesday from 1-2 pm to ask a Hampden County Law Librarian your legal research questions. | Adults

You’re Invited! Coffee Hour For Seniors
Seniors are invited to stop by for a visit! Bring along your knitting, grab some books, or catch up with a friend. | East Springfield & Indian Orchard | Senior Adults
Readings, Writing, Arts, & Crafts

James Baldwin Photography Exhibit
Photography exhibit showcasing the 60th birthday celebration of writer James Baldwin. | Central Library | All Ages

Watercolor Workshops
Take a break and join us for this vibrant watercolor workshop, perfect for beginning and experienced artists alike! | East Forest Park | Teens & Adults

Makerspace Collaboratory Drop-In
There will be a variety of projects and experiments to get you and your family started exploring and creating! | East Forest Park | All Ages

Sew Fun! Drop-In
Drop in and learn the basics of sewing while working on various projects throughout the series. | East Forest Park | All Ages

Knot Just Knitters
Grab some needles and yarn, then come join us! Newcomers always welcome. | Adults

Write-Up Springfield!
Calling all creative writers! Join a group to workshop your writing. | East Forest Park | Adults
Computer Classes

Internet Safety Basics
Is that email a scam? How do I create and remember a secure password? Learn to protect yourself on the internet. | Central Library | Adults

Drop-In Tech Help
Bring your device and technology-related questions and issues to our sessions! | East Forest Park | Teens & Adults

Intermediate Computer Literacy Skills
Take part in weekly intermediate classes to learn how to use a computer. | Mason Square | Adults

Free Computer Classes for Beginners
Hands-on workshops to build basic computer skills | Central & Mason Square | Adults
Cooking, GARDENING, Health, & Fitness

Chair Yoga
Using gentle stretching while seated, chair yoga allows adults of all abilities to improve flexibility and balance. | Brightwood & East Forest Park | Adults

Cooking for One – March & April
This bi-weekly cooking series will focus on cooking nourishing meals in small portions. | East Forest Park | Adults

413 Gourmet Club
A cooking class meets book club series for those who love to cook at home. Cook together – hands-on and in-person! | Adults

Seed Library at Mason Square
Free seed library with organic non-GMO seeds for the Springfield community. Request some today from our Mason Square Branch!

What’s Cooking Cookbook Club – Online
Do you enjoy cooking, or would you like to improve your cooking skills? | Online | Adults
GAMES

Discover Dungeons & Dragons
Curious about D&D but don’t know how to get started? Meet us for a beginner-friendly adventure every month! | Central | Adults

D&D: The Keeper’s Flames
Go on an adventure and solve mysteries in this 12-week D&D campaign. Beginners and experienced players welcome. | Central | Adults
Book Groups

Raymond Jordan Senior Center Book Club
Come join us for a fascinating book club at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center! | Adults

Eager Readers Book Club
The book group for reading enthusiasts reads mostly contemporary novels, although occasionally historical fiction, adventures, and some non-fiction. | Sixteen Acres | Adults

413 Gourmet Club
A cooking class meets book club series for those who love to cook at home. Cook together – hands-on and in-person! | Adults

Romance Book Club – Online
Get your Happily Ever After fix from the Romance Book Club! | Online | Adults

Afterthoughts Book Discussion Group – Online
A traditional book discussion group where everyone reads and discusses the same book. Join us! | Online | Adults

What’s Cooking Cookbook Club – Online
Do you enjoy cooking, or would you like to improve your cooking skills? | Online | Adults
Online Programs and Events

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group – Online
Libraries across Massachusetts have partnered to offer this free 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group online series. | Online | Adults

Ask a Law Librarian – Online
Join us on Zoom every Tuesday from 1-2 pm to ask a Hampden County Law Librarian your legal research questions. | Adults

Romance Book Club – Online
Get your Happily Ever After fix from the Romance Book Club! | Online | Adults

Afterthoughts Book Discussion Group – Online
A traditional book discussion group where everyone reads and discusses the same book. Join us! | Online | Adults

What’s Cooking Cookbook Club – Online
Do you enjoy cooking, or would you like to improve your cooking skills? | Online | Adults