Resources

Resources for adults from tutorials on computers — to local community connections and tools for job seekers.

Imagine a Peace-Full City

April 2014- Inspired by the Interfaith Council of Western Massachusetts’s “Imagine a Peace-Full City” prayer flag project, from October 29–November 20, 2014, the Springfield City Library offered residents a number of opportunities to come together and discuss ways that Springfield could become a safer, more peaceful place to live and raise a family. Cooperative craft-making, … Continue reading “Imagine a Peace-Full City”

Additional Selection Considerations

Appendix 3. Additional Selection Considerations Relating to Specific Types of Materials Reference materials — The Central Library acquires and maintains an accurate, up-to-date collection of reference sources in various formats; the discussion that follows refers primarily to print materials, but the same considerations apply to electronic formats, discussed below. The Central Library maintains a substantial … Continue reading “Additional Selection Considerations”

Sixteen Acres Branch

The Sixteen Acres Branch Library is one of the busiest branches of the Springfield City Library. Located at 1187 Parker Street the library first opened in 1966. A new addition located in front of the original building created a new entrance, children’s department and meeting rooms.