The Children’s collections housed in each branch of the Springfield City Library are geared for babies through age twelve, as well as their parents and caregivers. People of all ages are welcome to use the children’s collections, but use of the children’s spaces is reserved for children with their parents or caregivers. (Children age 8 and up may use the library on their own.) Computers are available for use by children in each of our branch locations.
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News

Summer Reading Club – Thank you!
Thank you for participating in our 2023 Discover Your Summer Reading Challenge. Check out a list of our winners!
Mayor Sarno Recognizes our Springfield City Libraries During National Library Week
April 24th marks National Library Workers Day. Thank you to all our dedicated Springfield Library workers for your tremendous service.
Springfield City Library collecting pajamas for Boston Bruins drive (WWLP)
The Springfield City Library has partnered with the Boston Bruins to take part in the Bruins PJ drive that benefits children. The drive runs through March 15 at all nine library locations in the city.
‘Anthony’s Book Club’ to support literacy in Springfield (WWLP)
Join Thunderbirds forward Anthony Angello for ‘Anthony’s Book Club’, created in partnership with the Springfield City Library and the T-Birds Foundation.
Springfield Libraries Eliminate Late Fees (Masslive.com)
Patrons of all Springfield City Library branches will no longer be penalized if they don’t return books and other materials on time.
Children’s Programs

Teen (and Tween!) Gaming Club
Come join us Friday afternoons for board games, puzzles, legos, and crafts! | East Forest Park | Tweens & Teens

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

Lego Questers
Join other LEGO Questers in building our Quest of the week, or build your own. | Indian Orchard | Children

Code Builders 2.0
Build the skills you need to create animations, games, apps, and more using fun online tutorials! | East Forest Park | All Ages

Middle Earth Walking Challenge: May 1 – September 30
Now is your chance to help Bilbo cross Middle Earth! Can you walk 950 miles to complete the adventure? | All Ages

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

1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Read just one book a day to build a foundation for lifelong success. Prizes awarded for every 100 books! | Children