Ready to Learn: Parents and Preschoolers Together
6:00 pm in the story hour room for infants-age 5 and their parents or caregivers.
Children get ready to read years before they start school. You can help your child learn important skills now so she or he can enter school ready to learn and become a good reader. Join us for stories, music, games and activities and learn how playing and having fun with your baby, toddler or preschooler can get him or her ready to read.
Registration starts March 01; call 882-0714.
Friday, March 12, 2010
Anime Otaku Club
6:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 6-12.
Anime and manga enthusiasts, unite! Meet with other fans, watch anime, read manga, talk about your favorites and enjoy treats from Japan.
Saturday, March 13, 2010
Teen Library Council
10:00 am in the Harrison room for grades 6-12.
Join TLC and help decide what the Library should buy for teens, plan teen programs and read awesome teen books. Plus, there are always some very cool prizes!
Bookworm Gardeners Spring Planting
11:00 am in the story hour room for age 1-grade 5.
Plant a seed in the Story Garden and become an honorary Bookworm Gardener! Master Gardeners Gina Marie Walden and Shelly Vaugine will be onhand to help us decorate the Story Garden and teach us about plants, then we'll watch together as our plants grow and bloom over the spring. We'll meet again each quarter to see how our garden is growing!
Registration starts March 01; call 882-0714.
Teen Tech Week
1:00 pm for all ages.
Want to find out how to set up an e-mail account or how to download an audiobook to your MP3 player? The Teen Library Council will provide demonstrations in honor of Teen Tech Week.
Your Small Business: Keeping It Alive and Thriving in the New Economy
2:00 pm in the auditorium
How are recent economic conditions affecting your small business? Share your impressions with other business owners and representatives from SCORE, the Small Business Administration (SBA), and Walter Cowart, area SBA office manager. Learn how a business should respond to changing economic conditions and what resources the Library has to help you in the projected business climate. Given in conjunction with the Missouri State University Public Affairs Conference.
Sunday, March 14, 2010
Chapter & Verse: Music on a Sunday Afternoon
2:00 pm in the auditorium.
The Farnum Family. This popular family string band plays favorite bluegrass and gospel tunes. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Monday, March 15, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for all ages.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:00 am in the story hour room for 3-12 months.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read. Join us for special guest speakers:
Nancy Billington, Parents as Teachers, March 1-15
Charlene Cowan, University of Missouri Extension, March 22-29
Lori Mangan, Every Child Ready to Read, April 5
Louise Bigley, Public Health Nurse, April 12-26
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Crafty 'Tweens
4:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 3-5.
'Tweens are crafty and need time to relax and create after school. Make some great swag and new friends; we'll provide materials, snacks and show you the coolest craft books. St. Patrick's Day
Registration starts March 08; call 882-0714.
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Funding 101: Research and Writing Skills for Nonprofits
9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Harrison room
Learn how to get background information on foundations using the Library's Funding Information Center and Internet resources, then find out how to break down the sections of a grant, address each one in detail and put them together in a readable "whole."
Registration starts March 04; call 882-0714.
Saturday, March 20, 2010
'How-To' Computer Seminar
4:00 pm in the Harrison room
Open Source Solutions "Using Linux." Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
Monday, March 22, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for all ages.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Armchair University: World War II in Springfield
10:00 am in the auditorium.
Local History librarians will share photographs and memories of life in Springfield during World War II, including the history of O'Reilly Hospital.
Storytime
11:00 am in the story hour room for 3-12 months.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read. Join us for special guest speakers:
Nancy Billington, Parents as Teachers, March 1-15
Charlene Cowan, University of Missouri Extension, March 22-29
Lori Mangan, Every Child Ready to Read, April 5
Louise Bigley, Public Health Nurse, April 12-26
How to Train Your Dragon
4:00 pm in the story hour room for preschool-grade 5.
Do you have a pet dragon that needs to be trained? Bring your dragon to the Library Center and teach it to sit and play fetch. Don't have a dragon? You can still come and learn how to draw dragons and make dragon kites and puppets, all in honor of the book and movie " How to Train Your
Dragon ".
Registration starts March 08; call 882-0714.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Computer Hands-On with ICON
10:00 am in the Harrison room
Using Sketch Up-Drawing in 3D the Easy Way. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
Storytime
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Genealogy Workshop
9:30 am in the auditorium
"Using COOLcat for Genealogy Research" with Local History librarian John Rutherford. Sponsored by the Ozarks Genealogical Society.
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Saturday, March 27, 2010
2010 March of Technology: The Technology of Our Future
8:30 am to 5:00 pm in the auditorium
Home computers, Internet, WiFi and cellular communications have brought about dramatic changes to our lives. Attend the 4th annual March of Technology and find out how tomorrow's technology will affect you. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
2010 March of Technology: The Technology of Our Future
8:30 am to 5:00 pm in meeting rooms A & B
Home computers, Internet, WiFi and cellular communications have brought about dramatic changes to our lives. Attend the 4th annual March of Technology and find out how tomorrow's technology will affect you. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
Monday, March 29, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for all ages.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:00 am in the story hour room for 3-12 months.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read. Join us for special guest speakers:
Nancy Billington, Parents as Teachers, March 1-15
Charlene Cowan, University of Missouri Extension, March 22-29
Lori Mangan, Every Child Ready to Read, April 5
Louise Bigley, Public Health Nurse, April 12-26
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Thursday, April 1, 2010
NXT Chapter: A Book Discussion for 20/30-Somethings
7:30 pm in the Harrison room
"The Year of Living Biblically: One Man's Humble Quest to Follow the Bible as Literally as Possible" by A.J. Jacobs. Refreshments will be provided by the Mudhouse.
Friday, April 2, 2010
Teen Night After Hours
9:00 pm to 10:30 pm for grades 6-12.
Duct Tape Night. It's duct tape mania! Make crafts out of duct tape including a wallet or a duct tape rose. The Library is open for Xbox games, music, crafts, prizes and free Internet access. Participants may not leave before 10:30 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up.
Saturday, April 3, 2010
Botanically Yours: Gardens for Springfield and Greene County
10:00 am in the auditorium.
Twenty-one of the 45 planned botanical gardens are in place in Close Memorial Park, where a 12,700-square-foot Botanical Center is being built. Gardens devoted to dogwoods, flowering shrubs, flowers, native plants and turf grasses delight the eye. Friends of the Garden Vice President Bob Kipfer will review plans for the Botanical Center.
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Easter
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All libraries will be closed Sunday, April 4, for Easter.
Monday, April 5, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for all ages.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:00 am in the story hour room for 3-12 months.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read. Join us for special guest speakers:
Nancy Billington, Parents as Teachers, March 1-15
Charlene Cowan, University of Missouri Extension, March 22-29
Lori Mangan, Every Child Ready to Read, April 5
Louise Bigley, Public Health Nurse, April 12-26
Computer Workshops on Genealogical Topics
7:00 pm in the auditorium
"FamilySearch: An Overview" with Janice Nusbaum. Sponsored by the Ozarks Genealogical Society.
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Friday, April 9, 2010
Anime Otaku Club
6:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 6-12.
Anime and manga enthusiasts, unite! Meet with other fans, watch anime, read manga, talk about your favorites and enjoy treats from Japan.
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Teen Library Council
10:00 am in the Harrison room for grades 6-12.
Join TLC and help decide what the Library should buy for teens, plan teen programs and read awesome teen books. Plus, there are always some very cool prizes!
Free Tax Help
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Free federal and state tax return preparation, electronic filing, Missouri Property tax credit, Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) and other required federal and state tax forms will be offered for low-to-moderate income families and individuals, non-English speakers, older adults and those with disabilities. This service is provided by Missouri State University students working with the ATLS Coalition.
It's Potty Time!
11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 1-6.
Join for songs, stories, and games about getting ready to use the potty.
Registration starts March 29; call 882-0714.
Sunday, April 11, 2010
National Library Week Celebration
for age 1-grade 5.
Helps us celebrate National Library Week by attending these programs! All of our storytimes will feature sensational books about libraries and reading and we'll celebrate the book and movie "Diary of A Wimpy Kid." Look for special activities in the department all week long.
Free Tax Help
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Free federal and state tax return preparation, electronic filing, Missouri Property tax credit, Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) and other required federal and state tax forms will be offered for low-to-moderate income families and individuals, non-English speakers, older adults and those with disabilities. This service is provided by Missouri State University students working with the ATLS Coalition.
Chapter & Verse: Music on a Sunday Afternoon
2:00 pm in the auditorium.
Music of the 30s with Christopher Lair. Popular music of the Great Depression moved from the more subdued Jazz Age dance bands to the aggressive and lively music of the Swing Era. Lair, music instructor at Evangel University, will share his knowledge and enthusiasm for the music of this era. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Big Read 2010 event.
Monday, April 12, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for all ages.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:00 am in the story hour room for 3-12 months.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read. Join us for special guest speakers:
Nancy Billington, Parents as Teachers, March 1-15
Charlene Cowan, University of Missouri Extension, March 22-29
Lori Mangan, Every Child Ready to Read, April 5
Louise Bigley, Public Health Nurse, April 12-26
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Nonprofit Fundraising: Seven Things You Should Know to Get the Money You Need
10:30 am to 12:00 pm in the Harrison room.
Retired college fundraising vice president and author Wayne E. Groner shows nonprofit staff and volunteers how to be more successful in fund-raising endeavors.
Storytime
11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Reading Riot
4:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 1-2.
New readers, this program is just for you! Read aloud, do fun book-related activities and have some snacks. "Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb" by Al Perkins.
Registration starts April 05; call 882-0714.
International Potluck
6:30 pm in the auditorium
Enjoy an international potluck and give immigrants and refugees a chance to meet their neighbors. Bring an international dish labeled with the food and country of origin. Attendees are encouraged to wear international dress. Each month will highlight a country and a brief presentation by a native, plus a few words from a member of a local organization. Hosted by sisters Jennifer Moore and Ashley Moore. This month's presentation is on Russia.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Genealogy Workshop
9:30 am in the auditorium
"The Grand Army of the Republic" with Jeff Patrick, Wilson's Creek National Battlefield. Sponsored by the Ozarks Genealogical Society.
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Book Discussion
1:00 pm in meeting room A.
"A Year Down Yonder" by Richard Peck. Big Read 2010.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
4:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 3-5.
First there were the books, now a movie. Still can't get enough of Greg and Rowley? Then come to a "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" program. Test your knowledge with Wimpy trivia, try out your cartooning skills, but above all avoid the "cheese touch!"
Registration starts April 05; call 882-0714.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Funding 101: Research and Writing Skills for Nonprofits
9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Harrison room
Learn how to get background information on foundations using the Library's Funding Information Center and Internet resources, then find out how to break down the sections of a grant, address each one in detail and put them together in a readable "whole."
Registration starts April 01; call 882-0714.
Free Tax Help
2:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Free federal and state tax return preparation, electronic filing, Missouri Property tax credit, Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) and other required federal and state tax forms will be offered for low-to-moderate income families and individuals, non-English speakers, older adults and those with disabilities. This service is provided by Missouri State University students working with the ATLS Coalition.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
4:30 pm in the story hour room for grades 6-8.
First there were the books, now a movie. Still can't get enough of Greg and Rowley? Then come to a "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" program. Test your knowledge with Wimpy trivia, try out your cartooning skills, but above all avoid the "cheese touch!"
Registration starts April 01; call 882-0714.
Saturday, April 17, 2010
'How-To' Computer Seminar
4:00 pm in the Harrison room
Open Source Solutions "Using Linux." Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
Monday, April 19, 2010
Great Trash Bash
9:30 am in the children's department for ages 1-6.
Join us for a trashy storytime. Make your own vest, hear some trashy stories and songs, and watch a real Automated Waste trash truck at work!
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for all ages.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:00 am in the story hour room for 3-12 months.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read. Join us for special guest speakers:
Nancy Billington, Parents as Teachers, March 1-15
Charlene Cowan, University of Missouri Extension, March 22-29
Lori Mangan, Every Child Ready to Read, April 5
Louise Bigley, Public Health Nurse, April 12-26
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Computer Hands-On with ICON
10:00 am in the Harrison room
Introduction to Spreadsheets; Killer Applications for Everyone. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
Storytime
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Crafty 'Tweens
4:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 3-5.
'Tweens are crafty and need time to relax and create after school. Make some great swag and new friends; we'll provide materials, snacks and show you the coolest craft books. Earth Day recycled crafts.
Registration starts April 12; call 882-0714.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Doing the Best They Could: National & Local Voices from the 1930s
7:00 pm.
The Music of Woody Guthrie. Mark Bilyeu of Big Smith will perform and talk about the life and music of legendary American folk musican Woody Guthrie, the "Dust Bowl Troubadour." A Big Read 2010 event.
Friday, April 23, 2010
Doing the Best They Could: National and Local Voices from the 1930s
6:30 pm
"The European Influence in American Music" with Christopher Lair, Evangel University music instructor. Enjoy live performances of music by émigré composers.
"Henry Ford & FDR" Henry Ford revolutionzed American industry with his ideas of mass production while Franklin Delano Roosevelt led a nation in economic crisis. Watch as these two great men, portrayed by scholars/actors Paul Vickery and Patrick McGinnis, discuss the issues of labor and economic recovery. A Big Read 2010 event.
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Computer Hands-On with ICON
10:00 am in the auditorium
Keeping Your Files Organized. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
1-on-1 Help Desk
11:30 am in the auditorium
Got computer questions? Get personalized help. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
'How-To' Computer Seminar
12:30 pm in the auditorium
Technology for Genealogy, 12:30 p.m.; Computing in Windows, 2:15 p.m. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
Doing the Best They Could: National and Local Voices of the 1930s
6:30 pm
"The Music of Aaron Copeland" with Dr. Christopher Lair and local musicians.
"Franklin D. Roosevelt," by actor/scholar Patrick McGinnis, will reflect how he faced the daunting task of alleviating widespread suffering and began restoration of the nation's economy. Will Rogers, portrayed by Oklahoma scholar and actor Doug Watson, will join FDR on stage to reflect on the president's politics. Evangel University's Christopher Lair will open the event with a lecture about period music, accompanied by local musicians. A Big Read 2010 event.
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Doing the Best They Could: National and Local Voices in the 1930s
2:00 pm
"Revival Sunday." Enjoy gospel music from the 1930s by local performers, then noted evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson, played by actor/scholar Tonia Compton, will set the revival tent on fire with her sermon on practical faith in action. The program will be moderated by Will Rogers, played by Doug Watson. Big Read 2010 event.
Monday, April 26, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for all ages.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:00 am in the story hour room for 3-12 months.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read. Join us for special guest speakers:
Nancy Billington, Parents as Teachers, March 1-15
Charlene Cowan, University of Missouri Extension, March 22-29
Lori Mangan, Every Child Ready to Read, April 5
Louise Bigley, Public Health Nurse, April 12-26
Armchair University: Will Rogers in the Movies
2:00 pm in the auditorium.
Doug Watson, Will Rogers scholar and retired professor of English at Oklahoma Baptist University, will discuss the film career of American icon Will Rogers. A Big Read 2010 event.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Genealogy Workshop
9:30 am in the auditorium
"Finding and Using Marriage and Divorce Records." Sponsored by the Ozarks Genealogical Society.
Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Storytime
11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Meet Author Richard Peck
6:00 pm in the auditorium
Meet and hear Richard Peck, author of "A Long Way from Chicago," the Big Read 2010 selection, and other young adult books. Tickets for this private event are $25 and $10 for ages 6 through 18. Tickets go on sale April 1 at any Library branch or by calling 616-0586. All proceeds will benefit the Big Read.
Retirement Dollars & Sense
7:00 pm in the Harrison room
Mine the Internet for current, reliable, unbiased resources on Social Security and Medicare, early retirement, housing options, budgeting, post-retirement jobs and businesses, long-term care, estate planning and more.
Registration starts April 15; call 882-0714.
Friday, April 30, 2010
Big Read Celebration with Richard Peck
5:00 pm to 9:00 pm for all ages .
Enjoy an evening celebration with Richard Peck in honor of his book, "A Long Way from Chicago," the Big Read 2010 selection. The event will include a presentation by Peck, "From Grapes of Wrath to Grapes of Mirth," along with a performance by the Queen City Sound Chorus of Sweet Adelines International.The History Museum for Springfield-Greene County will co-sponsor a School Days Experience in the Children's Department along with crafts and find out what Springfield was like in the 1930s from Local History librarian John Rutherford. In addition, enjoy a reader's theatre performance of an excerpt from "A Long Way from Chicago" presented by the Willard South Elementary After School Actors.
Big Read Celebration with Richard Peck
7:00 pm in the auditorium for all ages .
Enjoy an evening celebration with Richard Peck in honor of his book, "A Long Way from Chicago," the Big Read 2010 selection. The event will include a presentation by Peck, "From Grapes of Wrath to Grapes of Mirth," along with a performance by the Queen City Sound Chorus of Sweet Adelines International.The History Museum for Springfield-Greene County will co-sponsor a School Days Experience in the Children's Department along with crafts and find out what Springfield was like in the 1930s from Local History librarian John Rutherford. In addition, enjoy a reader's theatre performance of an excerpt from "A Long Way from Chicago" presented by the Willard South Elementary After School Actors.
Meet Author Richard Peck
7:00 pm in the auditorium
Hear author Richard Peck on "From Grapes of Wrath to Grapes of Mirth," and stay for a book signing. This free, public event is funded throught the Springfield-Greene County Library Foundation.
Monday, May 3, 2010
Safe Kids Storytime
9:30 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Join Safe Kids Springfield at the Library Center to learn about bike and water safety. From "Danger Rangers" to the "Adventures of Tommi Lance," hear fun stories about how to keep safe and injury-free. Plus there'll be hands-on activities for kids and great information for parents and caregivers.
Computer Workshops on Genealogical Topics
7:00 pm in the auditorium
"FamilySearch: Searching" with Janice Nusbaum. Sponsored by the Ozarks Genealogical Society.
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
A Very Eric Carle Storytime
10:30 am in the story hour room for ages 1-6.
The fascinating picture books by Eric Carle give us clues about how our earth depends on helping insects to make things grow. Hear some delightful Very stories, try some activities, and realize how interesting and important insects are.
Registration starts April 26; call 882-0714.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
A Very Eric Carle Storytime
10:30 am in the story hour room for ages 1-6.
The fascinating picture books by Eric Carle give us clues about how our earth depends on helping insects to make things grow. Hear some delightful Very stories, try some activities, and realize how interesting and important insects are.
Registration starts April 26; call 882-0714.
Thursday, May 6, 2010
NXT Chapter: A Book Discussion for 20/30-Somethings
7:30 pm in the Harrison room
"A Dirty Job" by Christopher Moore. Refreshments will be provided by the Mudhouse.
Friday, May 7, 2010
Geezerfest
7:00 pm Patio
Geezerfest is back to celebrate the end of school, summer fun and Mother's Day. Bring lawn chairs and join us for great tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s. The Mudhouse will be open for dinner or refreshments. Geezer features Mark Ellman, Duane Lewis, Daniel Pasquale, Mark Pasquale, Sarah Pasquale and Richard Struckoff. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Teen Night After Hours
9:00 pm to 10:30 pm for grades 6-12.
Rock Star Alter Ego. Embrace your inner rock star with Rock Band or sing karaoke. The Library is open for Xbox games, music, crafts, prizes and free Internet access. Participants may not leave before 10:30 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up.
Saturday, May 8, 2010
Introduction to OverDrive: Downloads for your summer enjoyment
10:30 am in meeting room B.
Learn how to download audiobooks, books and videos from the Library's OverDrive collection. Find out how to download onto a computer, transfer to a portable listening device and get problemsolving tips.
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A Very Eric Carle Storytime
11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 1-6.
The fascinating picture books by Eric Carle give us clues about how our earth depends on helping insects to make things grow. Hear some delightful Very stories, try some activities, and realize how interesting and important insects are.
Registration starts April 26; call 882-0714.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Nonprofit Fundraising: Seven Things You Should Know to Get the Money You Need
10:30 am to 12:00 pm in the Harrison room.
Retired college fundraising vice president and author Wayne E. Groner shows nonprofit staff and volunteers how to be more successful in fund-raising endeavors.
Reading Riot
4:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 1-2.
New readers, this program is just for you! Read aloud, do fun book-related activities and have some snacks. "One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish" by Dr. Seuss.
Registration starts May 03; call 882-0714.
International Potluck
6:30 pm in the auditorium
Enjoy an international potluck and give immigrants and refugees a chance to meet their neighbors. Bring an international dish labeled with the food and country of origin. Attendees are encouraged to wear international dress. Each month will highlight a country and a brief presentation by a native, plus a few words from a member of a local organization. Hosted by sisters Jennifer Moore and Ashley Moore. This month's presentation is on Algeria.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Genealogy Workshop
9:30 am in the auditorium
"Epidemics of the Past" with Harold Bengsch, Greene County commissioner and former director, Springfield-Greene County Health Department. Sponsored by the Ozarks Genealogical Society.
Book Discussion
1:00 pm in meeting room A.
"Crazy for the Storm: A Memoir of Survival" by Norman Ollestad.
Friday, May 14, 2010
Teen Library Council
10:00 am in the Harrison room for grades 6-12.
Join TLC and help decide what the Library should buy for teens, plan teen programs and read awesome teen books. Plus, there are always some very cool prizes!
Every Child Ready to Read Workshop
5:00 pm in the story hour room
Parents and caregivers will learn new and fun ways to develop children's pre-reading skills during this hands-on early literacy workshop. Caregivers will receive one hour of training credit and parents get a new book for their child.
Registration starts April 28; call 882-0714.
Anime Otaku Club
6:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 6-12.
Anime and manga enthusiasts, unite! Meet with other fans, watch anime, read manga, talk about your favorites and enjoy treats from Japan.
Saturday, May 15, 2010
'How-To' Computer Seminar
4:00 pm in the Harrison room
Open Source Solutions "Using Linux." Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Computer Hands-On with ICON
10:00 am in the Harrison room
Applications for Linux-Everything You Can Imagine for Free. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Crafty 'Tweens
4:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 3-5.
'Tweens are crafty and need time to relax and create after school. Make some great swag and new friends; we'll provide materials, snacks and show you the coolest craft books. Memo books.
Registration starts May 10; call 882-0714.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Funding 101: Research and Writing Skills for Nonprofits
9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Harrison room
Learn how to get background information on foundations using the Library's Funding Information Center and Internet resources, then find out how to break down the sections of a grant, address each one in detail and put them together in a readable "whole."
Registration starts May 06; call 882-0714.
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Computer Hands-On with ICON
10:00 am in the auditorium
Email and Internet Security. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
1-on-1 Help Desk
11:30 am in the auditorium
Got computer questions? Get personalized help. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
'How-To' Computer Seminar
12:30 pm in the auditorium
Technology for Genealogy, 12:30 p.m.; Computing in Windows, 2:15 p.m. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
Make Your Own Web Show
3:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 4-7.
Ever wonder what it would be like to have your own show like iCarly and her friends? Now is your chance. Bring your friends, costumes and props, and be ready to create and film your own show just like Carly!
Registration starts May 10; call 882-0714.
Moonlight and Masquerade
7:00 pm in the auditorium for grades 6-12.
A witch, werewolf, vampire or zombie from outerspace? Who knows what form you'll take at the Library's masquerade ball. Dress in costume and frolic in the moonlight with your paranormal friends for dancing and mask-making fun.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Armchair University: Brain Chi-Martial Arts for Your Brain!
10:00 am in the auditorium for adults.
Use it or lose it! Like every other muscle in our body, we have to exercise our brains to keep them strong. Learn how laughter, sleep, exercise, nutrition and social connectivity can make the difference in this interactive program with Rob Hulstra from the Alzheimer's Association.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Genealogy Workshop
9:30 am in the auditorium
Share what you've discovered from probate records. Sponsored by the Ozarks Genealogical Society.
Monday, May 31, 2010
Memorial Day
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All libraries will be closed Monday, May 31, for Memorial Day.
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Independence Day
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All libraries will be closed Sunday, July 4, for Independence Day.
Monday, September 6, 2010
Labor Day
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All libraries will be closed Monday, September 6, for Labor Day.
Monday, October 11, 2010
Staff Training
All libraries will be closed Monday, October 11, for Staff Training.
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Veterans Day
All libraries will be closed Thursday, November 11, for Veterans Day.
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Thanksgiving Day
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All libraries will be closed Thursday, November 25, for Thanksgiving.
Friday, December 24, 2010
Christmas Holiday
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All libraries will be closed Friday, December 24, and Saturday, December 25, for the Christmas holiday.
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Christmas Day
All libraries will be closed Saturday, December 25, for Christmas Day.
Friday, December 31, 2010
New Year's Eve & Day
All libraries will close at 5 p.m. on Friday, December 31, for New Year's Eve and will remain closed Saturday, January 1, for New Year's Day.
Saturday, January 1, 2011
New Year's Day
All libraries will be closed Saturday, January 1, for New Year's Day.
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