| Indian Orchard Branch – 44 Oak Street – Springfield MA 01151 |
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44 Oak Street
Springfield MA 01151
Parking: On-street parking is available.
Book Drop: Located just outside of our Worcester Street entrance (next to the mini parking lot and glass doors).
PVTA Bus Routes: B6
413-263-6846
Manager: David Meeks
Supervisor: Peggy Dialessi
| The libraries will be closed on the following dates for holidays: | |
|---|---|
| November 11, 2021 (Thursday) | Veterans Day |
| November 24, 2021 (Wednesday) | Thanksgiving Eve: All libraries close at 5 pm |
| November 25, 2021 (Thursday) | Thanksgiving Day |
| December 24, 2021 (Friday) | Christmas Eve |
| December 25, 2021 (Saturday) | Christmas Day |
| December 26 (Sunday) | Christmas Weekend: Central Library Closed |
| December 31, 2021 (Friday) | New Year's Day (Observed) |
| January 1, 2022 (Saturday) | New Year's Day |
| January 2 (Sunday) | New Year Weekend: Central Library Closed |
| January 17 (Monday) | Martin Luther King, Jr. Day |
| February 21 (Monday) | Presidents’ Day |
| April 17 (Sunday) | Easter: Central Library closed |
| April 18 (Monday) | Patriot’s Day (MA holiday) |
| May 30 (Monday) | Memorial Day |
| June 20 (Monday) | Juneteenth (Observed) |
| July 4 (Monday) | Independence Day |
| September 5 (Monday) | Labor Day |
| October 10 (Monday) | Columbus Day |
| November 11 (Friday) | Veterans Day |
| November 23 (Wednesday) | Thanksgiving Eve: All libraries close at 5 pm |
| November 24 (Thursday) | Thanksgiving Day |
| December 24 (Saturday) | Christmas Eve |
| December 25 (Sunday) | Christmas Day: Central Library Closed |
| December 26 (Monday) | Christmas Day (Observed) |
Fax Service: Fax service is available. There is a $1 per job charge for a traditional fax. We cannot receive faxes. There is no charge to scan your document to an email address, USB, tablet or smartphone. To scan to your smartphone you must have a QR code app.
To promote neighborhood culture and development, the library makes its community room available for educational, social service, and other organizations. Visit the Meeting Room page for information about booking the Community Room, to review our meeting room rules and policies, and submit a meeting room request.
For more information about the history of the Indian Orchard Branch, download our brochure.
Branch News
Poetry Workshops, Performance At Springfield City Library: Apply Now For Master Class With Poet Laureate Magdalena Gómez
Applications are now open for women, teen girls, and women-identified people interested in an introduction to writing and performing inviting, exciting, and inspiring poetry. Join this master class with Springfield’s Poet Laureate, Magdalena Gómez.
Central Library Building Reopens; All 9 Springfield City Library Locations Resume Regular Schedule
Beginning Tuesday, September 7th 2021, the Central Library will open its doors to the community after 17 long months. Branch libraries will also resume operating full schedules on that date.
Reopening News
Springfield City Library branches reopen for limited hours starting July 6. Click for more details.
Branch Programs
December Crafts and Take & Makes for Kids
Crafts and activities for kids at the library in December! | Children
Snowflake and Pomander Crafts – December 18
Celebrate the winter season by creating either a sparkly snowflake or an orange and clove pomander. | Children and Teens
Mitten Tree
Donations of new mittens, gloves, hats, and scarves accepted for the mitten tree at all library locations. | All Ages
Teen Photo Scavenger Hunt
Get ready to think outside of the box! This December, complete the Teen Photo Scavenger Hunt to enter to win prizes! | Teens
Convince Us! The Reader Challenge
Every month bring your FAVORITE book, and persuade others to read it. Can you? | Teens
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 over coffee and a puzzle. | Senior Adults
Out/Spoken Words: Workshops with Springfield’s Poet Laureate
Join a master class with Springfield’s Poet Laureate, Magdalena Gómez, for an introduction to writing and performing poetry! | Teens and Adults
Genealogy Help Online Drop-In
Drop in online for help with family history, for beginners and experts alike.
Ukulele Strum-Along – Online
Play along with other ukulele enthusiasts online, in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. | Teens and Adults
