| Sixteen Acres – 1187 Parker Street – Springfield MA 01129 | |||||||
| MON | TUE | WED | THU | FRI | SAT | SUN | |
| Services | 9-5 | 9-5 | 10-6 | 9-5 | 9-5 | 9-3 | Closed |
| Curbside | 2-5 | 2-5 | 2-6 | 2-5 | 2-5 | 11-3 | Closed |
1187 Parker Street
Springfield MA 01129
Parking: The library has ample free parking and is handicapped accessible.
PVTA Bus Routes: B17
413-263-6858
Manager: Reggie Wilson
Supervisor: Lori Chasen
| The libraries will be closed on the following dates for holidays: | |
|---|---|
| December 24, 2020 (Thursday) | Christmas Eve |
| December 25, 2020 (Friday) | Christmas Day |
| December 26, 2020 (Saturday) | Day After Christmas |
| December 31, 2020 (Thursday) | New Year's Eve: All libraries close at 5 pm |
| January 1, 2021 (Friday) | New Year’s Day |
| January 2, 2021 (Saturday) | Day After New Year's |
| January 18, 2021 (Monday) | Martin Luther King, Jr. Day |
| February 15, 2021 (Monday) | Presidents’ Day |
| April 4, 2021 (Sunday) | Easter: Central Library closed |
| April 19, 2021 (Monday) | Patriot’s Day (MA holiday) |
| May 31, 2021 (Monday) | Memorial Day |
| July 4, 2021 (Sunday) | Independence Day |
| July 5, 2021 (Monday) | Independence Day (Observed) |
| September 6, 2021 (Monday) | Labor Day |
| October 11, 2021 (Monday) | Columbus Day |
| 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 31, 2021 (Friday) | New Year's Eve: All libraries close at 5 pm |
For adults: four internet stations with 30-minute sessions. Quiet study room has four additional computer stations, also with 30-minute sessions. Headphones are not provided. Earbuds are available at the Circulation desk for $1.
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 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.
Branch News
Servicio en la Acera
La recogida de materiales en la acera comienza en todas las bibliotecas de Springfield.
Statement on Racial Justice
Statement from the Library Director and the Springfield Library Commission on Racial Justice
Curbside Pickup
Curbside pickup of materials available at all Springfield City Library locations.
Resources for Adults During Coronavirus Closures
Links and information about resources for adults during this period of Coronavirus closures and service changes.
Library Services During Coronavirus Pandemic
Available services from Springfield City Library during the coronavirus pandemic.
Branch programs
Ukulele Strum-Along – Online
Play along with other ukulele enthusiasts in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
Ukulele Classes for Teens – Online
Learn the basics of ukulele in this fun, stress-free class. | Teens
123 Andrés Bilingual Concerts for Families
Enjoy catchy tunes in both Spanish and English, at these interactive shows online!
Now You’re Cooking! – Sixteen Acres
Share your favorite recipes in the Sixteen Acres Branch Library’s new cooking club | Adults
Knot Just Knitters
Grab some needles and yarn, then come join us! Newcomers always welcome. | Adults
Teen Advisory Boards
Would you like to make changes at the library? Join one of our Teen Advisory Boards and share your ideas. | Teens
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