LIBRARY PROGRAMS IN MARCH

Thursday, March 1, 2012

  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Tax Assistance.
    4:00 pm to 7:00 pm for adults.
    Federal and state tax return preparation, e-filing, Missouri property tax credit (PTC), Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) and other required federal and state forms will be offered for low-to-moderate income families and individuals. Call 864-0030 for an appointment.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - The Civically Engaged Reader: A Diverse Collection of Short Provocative Readings on Civic Activity. (Let's Talk About It Book Discussion-Building Common Ground)
    6:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
    Join us for a series of discussions with Drury University English Professor Dr. Randall Fuller based on readings from the book, "The Civically Engaged Reader: A Diverse Collection of Short Provocative Readings on Civic Activity" to explore themes of community and civility. The Library will provide a limited number of books upon pre-registration. Building Common Ground is a collaboration between the American Library Association and the Fetzer Institute. The Library programs and materials associated with Building Common Ground are funded by a grant from the Fetzer Institute to the American Library Association. A Civility Project event.
    Registration starts February 02; call 883-1974.
  • Library Center - America’s War: Talking About the Civil War and Emancipation on Their 150th Anniversaries. (Let's Talk About It: Making Sense of the American Civil War)
    7:00 pm in the story hour room for students age 15 and older, adults.
    Making Sense of Shiloh, with a discussion of selections from "America’s War: Talking About the Civil War and Emancipation on Their 150th Anniversaries" edited by Edward L. Ayers. The Library continues its five-part reading and book discussion series through April about the American Civil War. Program is limited to registered participants. Let’s Talk About It: Making Sense of the American Civil War, is possible though a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the American Library Association. The discussion series is in partnership with Missouri State University Library and Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield.
    Registration starts December 29; call 882-0714.
  • Library Center - The Book Thief. (NXT Chapter: A Book Discussion of 20/30-Somethings)
    7:30 pm in the Harrison room for ages 20-39.
    By Markus Zusak. Refreshments will be provided by Mudhouse.

Friday, March 2, 2012

  • Ash Grove Branch Library - It's a Seuss-a-Rama!.
    9:30 am to 6:00 pm for all ages.
    Celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss with us! Drop in and play games, make a "Seussical" craft and learn all kinds of interesting Seuss facts.
  • Willard Branch Library - The Cat in the Birthday Hat.
    9:30 am to 6:00 pm for all ages.
    In honor of Dr. Seuss's birthday, enjoy an all-day bash with games, crafts, book displays, treats and a read-aloud with special guests.
  • Library Center - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 1-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Republic Branch Library - Celebrate Dr. Seuss with the Lorax.
    4:00 pm for grades K-5.
    Celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday by watching the original "Lorax" movie, not rated, and making some crafts.
  • Park Central Branch Library - Building Common Ground: Charter for Compassion.
    5:30 pm.
    The evening begins with author Karen Armstrong's film on the "Charter for Compassion." The scholar proposes a charter to restore the Golden Rule as the central global religious doctrine. See charterforcompassion.org. A MO Poetry Slam Springfield performer will read the "Charter for Compassion." A paper copy of the charter will be available to sign and be added to the charter's website. Members of MO Poetry Slam Springfield will also perform. A Civility Project event.
  • Library Station - Teen Friday Nights.
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    If it's Friday night, there is something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in for games, crafts, and special events.
  • Park Central Branch Library - Building Common Ground: The 10 Tenets of the Springfield Civility Project Photo Contest.
    7:00 pm for adults.
    View winning entries from the 10 Tenets of the Springfield Civility Project Photo Contest sponsored by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks and the Springfield Civility Project. Throughout the next year, the winning entries will be displayed at key private businesses, public agencies and government entities that have adopted the 10 tenets of civility. A Civility Project event.
  • Park Central Branch Library - First Friday Art Walk.
    7:00 pm to 9:00 pm for all ages.
    Join the Park Central Branch Library and other art lovers for First Friday Art Walk, a cultural happening in the Downtown Arts District. The art of Willard High School students and Civility Project Photo Contest.

Saturday, March 3, 2012

  • Library Center - Tax Assistance.
    10:00 am to 2:00 pm in the auditorium for adults.
    Federal and state tax return preparation, e-filing, Missouri property tax credit (PTC), Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) and other required federal and state forms will be offered for low-to-moderate income families and individuals. No appointment necessary.
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss.
    10:00 am in the upstairs meeting room for all ages.
    Party with the Cat in the Hat and other Seuss characters as we celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday with stories, games, crafts and snacks.
    Registration starts February 22; call 862-0135.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Super Saturday Stories .
    11:00 am in the meeting room for all ages.
    Every month something new. Who will you see? What will you do? Enjoy surprise guests, events and more. Come to the Library, see what's in store!
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Riveting Robots.
    2:00 pm in the meeting room for grades K-5.
    Learn about the fascinating world of robots and try your hand at creating one.
    Registration starts February 18; call 883-1974.
  • Library Center - Tornado Safety.
    2:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 4-8.
    Get ready for tornado season! Learn all about tornados and tips on how to prepare a safety kit with the Springfield-Greene County Office of Emergency Management.
    Registration starts February 24; call 882-0714.

Monday, March 5, 2012

  • Brentwood Branch Library - Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime.
    9:00 am for infants-36 months.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 3-5.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Center - Crafternoons.
    3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
    Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
  • Library Center - Talk Time: Practice Your English.
    6:30 pm in Grafton room for adults.
    Are you learning to speak English and would like to improve? Meet with other members of the international community for casual conversations. Community volunteers lead the informal sessions.
  • Library Center - Computer Workshops on Genealogical Topics.
    7:00 pm in the auditorium for adults.
    Technology for a Research Trip. Are you heading out on a research trip this year? See what you should take to make the best use of your time. Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

  • Library Center - Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Park Central Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 1-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Strafford Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Center - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Center - Building Common Ground: Community, Civility & Compassion: An Interfaith Discussion.
    6:00 pm in the auditorium for adults.
    Explore how the cutures and traditions of diverse faiths offer different approaches to address poverty, hunger, domestic violence and sexual abuse. Members of the Interfaith Alliance of the Ozarks will conduct a forum, "Community, Civility & Compassion: An Interfaith Discussion," moderated by Brian Fogle, president of the Community Foundation of the Ozarks. A free soup dinner prepared by the Cook's Kettle will be served. A Civility Project event.
    Registration starts February 21; call 882-0714.
  • Strafford Branch Library - Jane Eyre. (Book Discussion)
    6:00 pm for adults.
    By Charlotte Bronte.
  • Library Station - Talk Time: Practice Your English.
    6:30 pm in the Thunderbird room for adults.
    Are you learning to speak English and would like to improve? Meet with other members of the international community for casual conversations. Community volunteers lead the informal sessions.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    7:00 pm in the story hour room for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

  • Library Center - Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Fair Grove Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:00 am for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Center - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Armchair University: Classic Cars -- Collecting and More.
    12:00 pm in the meeting room for all ages.
    Library staff member John Bradley shares his love of classic cars and provides tips and suggestions for the classic car enthusiast or budding collector.
  • Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens.
    3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
    Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Knit Pickers.
    3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
    Pick up a loom and knit a scarf, hat, wrap or bag. Unsure of how to get started? Join us the first Wednesday of every month and learn from the experts. Materials will be provided.
  • Strafford Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens.
    3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
    Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
  • Library Center - Teen Writer's Workshop: Get Published.
    6:30 pm in the story hour room for grades 6-12.
    Love writing but don't know how to get published? Learn how to publish and edit e-books. Bring your work to see just how easy it can be.
    Registration starts February 27; call 882-0714.

Thursday, March 8, 2012

  • Republic Branch Library - Still Life. (Book Discussion)
    1:30 pm for adults.
    By Louise Penny.
  • Willard Branch Library - Teen Thursday.
    3:00 pm to 5:00 pm for grades 6-12.
    Hang out with your friends, play board and video games, and be creative with a make-and-take bonus activity.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Web Junk-a-thon.
    4:00 pm in the meeting room for grades 4-8.
    Need a good laugh? Come to the Library for silly snacks and a marathon of all-time favorite tween-friendly viral web clips.
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Tax Assistance.
    4:00 pm to 7:00 pm for adults.
    Federal and state tax return preparation, e-filing, Missouri property tax credit (PTC), Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) and other required federal and state forms will be offered for low-to-moderate income families and individuals. Call 864-0030 for an appointment.
  • Republic Branch Library - RTAG (Republic Teen Advisory Group).
    4:00 pm for grades 6-12.
    Share your program ideas and give us your thoughts on new books, games, movies and music for the Teen Spot. Snacks will be provided.
  • - Building Common Ground: Forgiveness: A Time to Love and a Time to Hate.
    5:30 pm.
    Watch excerpts from the PBS documentary, "Forgiveness: A Time to Love and a Time to Hate." The film explores a compelling range of stories, from personal betrayal to global reconciliation after genocide. The Rev. Mark Struckhoff, Council of Churches of the Ozarks, will lead a discussion about forgiveness of oneself and of others that creates positive societal change. The event will be held at the Moxie Cinema, 431 S. Jefferson, #108. A Civility Project event.

Friday, March 9, 2012

  • Library Center - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 1-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - 'Tween Town.
    4:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 4-8.
    Play Wii, make a string art craft, play games and hang out!
  • Library Station - Teen Friday Nights.
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    If it's Friday night, there is something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in for games, crafts, and special events.
  • Library Center - Pajama Time Storytime.
    7:00 pm in the story hour room for all ages.
    Cuddle up with a stuffed animal and wear your pajamas as you listen to stories and sing songs and rhymes in a storytime perfect for bedtime.
  • Park Central Branch Library - How To: Urban Farming and CSAs.
    7:00 pm for adults.
    The Millsaps, operators of Urban Roots Farm, will show us how an environmentally and financially sustainable farm can exist within city limits on only 1.5 acres. Learn how a community can be built around growing natural food locally, and find out about Community Supported Agriculture, or CSA, programs.

Saturday, March 10, 2012

  • Library Center - Saturday Morning Book Chat. (Book Discussion)
    10:00 am in the Harrison room for grades 6-12.
    Not into Saturday morning cartoons? Chat up a book with us at the Library, or join in online if you can't make it out of bed in time. "Karma: A Novel in Verse" by Cathy Ostlere. Visit http://www.facebook.com/teenthing to participate online.
  • Library Station - Potty Time.
    11:00 am in the Frisco room for ages 1-5.
    Learning to use the potty can be fun! Join us for a frank, funny and reassuring storytime.
  • Library Center - Teen Library Council.
    12:00 pm in the Harrison room for grades 6-12.
    Let your voice be heard by joining the Teen Library Council. Read new teen books and help plan teen programs.
  • Library Center - Saturday Afternoon at the Movies: "The Thin Man" Detective Series. (Big Read)
    2:00 pm in the auditorium for all ages.
    Enjoy a Saturday matinee with a comic detective film based on the writings of Dashiell Hammett. William Powell and Myrna Loy star as Nick and Nora Charles, a retired detective and his heiress wife. With the help of their dog Asta, Nick and Nora solve crimes in between drinking cocktails and exchanging witty banter. Popcorn will be provided. "The Thin Man," not rated, (1934). A Big Read 2012 event.
  • Willard Branch Library - LEGO Connections.
    2:00 pm for families, grades K and older.
    Love LEGOs? Design and build fantastic creations with us!

Sunday, March 11, 2012

  • Library Center - Sunday Concert Series: WHOgrass.
    2:00 pm in the auditorium for all ages.
    Enjoy hard-driving bluegrass by Buffalo-based WHOgrass, featuring Russ Weeks, Chris Horn and Dan and Nikki O'Callaghan. Including originals, bluegrass classics, rock 'n roll and Gershwin, a WHOgrass performance is a treat you won't soon forget. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Monday, March 12, 2012

  • All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol.
    for grades 6-12.
    Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime.
    9:00 am for infants-36 months.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 3-5.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Republic Branch Library - Monday Movie Maddness.
    10:00 am to 11:30 am for grades K-5.
    Need something to do during spring break? Join us for movie maddness as we watch some new and old Disney movies, rated G. Free popcorn and free movies -- can't beat that!
  • Republic Branch Library - Monday Movie Maddness.
    2:00 pm to 4:00 pm for grades K-5.
    Need something to do during spring break? Join us for movie maddness as we watch some new and old Disney movies, rated G. Free popcorn and free movies -- can't beat that!
  • Library Center - Crafternoons.
    3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
    Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Hunger Games: The Tributes.
    3:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
    Welcome to the Hunger Games! It's going to be a big day as we pick tributes and assign districts for the competition. A Hunger Games event.
  • Republic Branch Library - Monday Movie Maddness.
    6:00 pm to 8:00 pm for grades K-5.
    Need something to do during spring break? Join us for movie maddness as we watch some new and old Disney movies, rated G. Free popcorn and free movies -- can't beat that!
  • Library Center - Talk Time: Practice Your English.
    6:30 pm in Grafton room for adults.
    Are you learning to speak English and would like to improve? Meet with other members of the international community for casual conversations. Community volunteers lead the informal sessions.

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

  • All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol.
    for grades 6-12.
    Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
  • Library Center - Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Park Central Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 1-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Strafford Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Willard Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:00 am for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Center - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Surviving the Hunger Games.
    3:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
    See if you have what it takes to survive the arena! Learn new skills and test your knowledge to compete in the battles. Are you hungry enough to survive? March 17 at the Library Center is an after-hours event. Participants may not leave before 10:30 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up. A Hunger Games event.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Foreign Film Festival.
    6:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
    "The Fast Runner (Atanarjuat)," rated R; Inuktitut with English subtitles.
  • Library Station - Talk Time: Practice Your English.
    6:30 pm in the Thunderbird room for adults.
    Are you learning to speak English and would like to improve? Meet with other members of the international community for casual conversations. Community volunteers lead the informal sessions.
  • Library Center - Soul of a Poet: Readings from the Missouri State University English Department.
    7:00 pm in the auditorium for adults.
    Michael Pulley will read from his original works of non-fiction.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    7:00 pm in the story hour room for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

  • All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol.
    for grades 6-12.
    Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
  • Library Center - Genealogy Workshop.
    9:30 am in the auditorium for adults.
    Photographing Hard-to-Read Tombstones. Fran Black and Rose Jones discuss dos and don’ts for cleaning and maintaining tombstones, along with ideas for righting and repairing tombstones that almost anyone can do. Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.
  • Library Center - Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Republic Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 1-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Fair Grove Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:00 am for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Center - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Center - The Toughest Indian in the World. (Book Discussion)
    1:00 pm in meeting room A for adults.
    By Sherman Alexie, in connection with the Building Common Ground: Discussions of Community, Civility, and Compassion grant from the American Library Association and the Fetzer Institute. A Civility Project event.
  • Fair Grove Branch Library - The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic and Madness at the Fair that Changed America. (Book Discussion)
    1:30 pm for adults.
    By Erik Larson.
  • Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens.
    3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
    Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Effie's Trinkets.
    3:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
    Create and sport your own Mockingjay designs! Make a Tribute Token, design a Mockingjay button, Hunger Games bracelet or Catching Fire bookmark. Materials will be provided. A Hunger Games event.
  • Strafford Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens.
    3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
    Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
  • Strafford Branch Library - Effie's Trinkets.
    3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
    Create and sport your own Mockingjay designs! Make a Tribute Token, design a Mockingjay button, Hunger Games bracelet or Catching Fire bookmark. Materials will be provided. A Hunger Games event.
  • Republic Branch Library - Children's Craft night.
    4:00 pm to 6:00 pm for grades K-5.
    Celebrate National Childrens Craft Day with great crafts you can take home.

Thursday, March 15, 2012

  • All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol.
    for grades 6-12.
    Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
  • Library Center - Funding 101: Research and Writing Skills for Nonprofits.
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the auditorium for adults.
    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 01; call 882-0714.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Learn to Use Your E-reader.
    11:00 am for adults.
    Learn to check out and download e-books from the Library and read them on your computer or compatible e-reader. All e-readers including Kindles will be covered in this session as a result of an agreement between Amazon and software provider OverDrive.
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Hunger Games: The Battle.
    3:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
    Fight for your district in an arena filled with equipment and tools to help you survive! A Hunger Games event.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Cinna's Capitol Spa Day.
    4:00 pm for grades 6-12.
    We all know how important it is to look your best in "The Hunger Games." Pamper, preen and primp -- Hunger Games style! A Hunger Games event.
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Tax Assistance.
    4:00 pm to 7:00 pm for adults.
    Federal and state tax return preparation, e-filing, Missouri property tax credit (PTC), Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) and other required federal and state forms will be offered for low-to-moderate income families and individuals. Call 864-0030 for an appointment.
  • Library Station - Book Discussion & Trivia Trials: "The Hunger Games".
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    Discuss the book to warm up your brain, then test your knowledge in the trivia contest. Winning means fame and fortune. A Hunger Games event.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - The Civically Engaged Reader: A Diverse Collection of Short Provocative Readings on Civic Activity. (Let's Talk About It Book Discussion-Building Common Ground)
    6:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
    Join us for a series of discussions with Drury University English Professor Dr. Randall Fuller based on readings from the book, "The Civically Engaged Reader: A Diverse Collection of Short Provocative Readings on Civic Activity" to explore themes of community and civility. The Library will provide a limited number of books upon pre-registration. Building Common Ground is a collaboration between the American Library Association and the Fetzer Institute. The Library programs and materials associated with Building Common Ground are funded by a grant from the Fetzer Institute to the American Library Association. A Civility Project event.
    Registration starts February 02; call 883-1974.
  • Park Central Branch Library - Foreign Film Series.
    6:30 pm to 9:00 pm for adults.
    "Kolya," rated PG-13. Czech with English subtitles. Academy Award, Best Foreign Language Film, 1997.
  • Library Center - Crossroads of Freedom: Antietam. (Let's Talk About It: Making Sense of the American Civil War)
    7:00 pm in the story hour room for students age 15 and older, adults.
    The Shape of War, with a discussion of "Crossroads of Freedom: Antietam" by James M. McPherson. The Library continues its five-part reading and book discussion series through April about the American Civil War. Program is limited registered participants. Let’s Talk About It: Making Sense of the American Civil War, is possible though a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the American Library Association. The discussion series is in partnership with Missouri State University Library and Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield.
    Registration starts December 29; call 882-0714.

Friday, March 16, 2012

  • All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol.
    for grades 6-12.
    Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
  • Republic Branch Library - Family Board Game Day.
    8:30 am to 6:00 pm for all ages.
    Have fun with the family at the Library. We'll have great classic games available or you can bring your own.
  • Library Center - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 1-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Hunger Games District Celebration.
    3:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
    Did you survive? Enjoy snacks and find out who won. A Hunger Games event.
  • Library Station - Hunger Games Board Game Night.
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    Can you survive the official "Hunger Games" board game? Bring your friends and compete. A Hunger Games event.
  • Park Central Branch Library - Open Mic Night.
    7:00 pm to 9:00 pm for adults.
    Show off your talent on our community stage.

Saturday, March 17, 2012

  • All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol.
    for grades 6-12.
    Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
  • Park Central Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 1-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Center - Surviving the Hunger Games.
    9:00 pm to 10:30 pm in the auditorium for grades 6-12.
    See if you have what it takes to survive the arena! Learn new skills and test your knowledge to compete in the battles. Are you hungry enough to survive? March 17 at the Library Center is an after-hours event. Participants may not leave before 10:30 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up. A Hunger Games event.

Sunday, March 18, 2012

  • Library Center - Our Nesting Birds: Learn Bird Identification Like Katniss and Gale.
    2:00 pm in meeting room A for all ages.
    As spring approaches our nesting birds return from the south. Learn to recognize some of our more common nesting birds in southwest Missouri. Presented by Springfield Conservation Nature Center. A Hunger Games event.

Monday, March 19, 2012

  • All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol.
    for grades 6-12.
    Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime.
    9:00 am for infants-36 months.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 3-5.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Center - Crafternoons.
    3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
    Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
  • Library Center - Talk Time: Practice Your English.
    6:30 pm in Grafton room for adults.
    Are you learning to speak English and would like to improve? Meet with other members of the international community for casual conversations. Community volunteers lead the informal sessions.

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

  • All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol.
    for grades 6-12.
    Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
  • Library Center - Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Park Central Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 1-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Strafford Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Willard Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:00 am for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Center - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Ash Grove Branch Library - State of Wonder. (Book Discussion)
    1:30 pm to 2:30 pm for Adults.
    By Ann Patchett.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - See the Movie, Read the Book.
    1:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
    Is the movie better than the book? You decide! Join us in the community room on the third Tuesday of each month and enjoy a lliterature-inspired film. The book behind the cinematics will be discussed the following week -- same time, same place. "The Social Network," rated PG-13, based on the novel "The Accidental Billionaires" by Ben Mezrich.
  • Library Center - Learn to Use Your E-reader.
    6:30 pm in meeting room B for adults.
    Learn to check out and download e-books from the Library and read them on your computer or compatible e-reader. All e-readers including Kindles will be covered in this session as a result of an agreement between Amazon and software provider OverDrive.
  • Library Station - Talk Time: Practice Your English.
    6:30 pm in the Thunderbird room for adults.
    Are you learning to speak English and would like to improve? Meet with other members of the international community for casual conversations. Community volunteers lead the informal sessions.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    7:00 pm in the story hour room for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

  • All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol.
    for grades 6-12.
    Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
  • Library Center - Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Republic Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 1-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Fair Grove Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:00 am for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Center - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Brown Bag Travelogue.
    12:00 pm in the meeting room for adults.
    The Orient Express and Beyond. Join Beverly Burchett and Bill Wey for a fascinating look at the Far East. Bring a sack lunch.
  • Library Station - Spring Break Crafternoon.
    1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 4-8.
    School's out, what to do? Make cool crafts all afternoon at the Library. Materials will be provided.
  • Library Center - Cinna's Capitol Spa Day.
    2:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 6-12.
    We all know how important it is to look your best in "The Hunger Games." Pamper, preen and primp -- Hunger Games style! A Hunger Games event.
  • Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens.
    3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
    Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
  • Strafford Branch Library - Decorate with Peeta.
    3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
    See if your pastry decorating skills are on par with Peeta's as you decorate cupcakes in Hunger Games fashion. Materials will be provided. A Hunger Games event.
  • Strafford Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens.
    3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
    Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.

Thursday, March 22, 2012

  • All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol.
    for grades 6-12.
    Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Surviving the Hunger Games.
    12:00 pm in the meeting room for grades 6-12.
    See if you have what it takes to survive the arena! Learn new skills and test your knowledge to compete in the battles. Are you hungry enough to survive? March 17 at the Library Center is an after-hours event. Participants may not leave before 10:30 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up. A Hunger Games event.
  • Library Station - Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption. (Book Discussion)
    1:30 pm in the Santa Fe room for adults.
    Visit with others about the current read. "Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption" by Laura Hillenbrand.
  • Strafford Branch Library - Surviving the Hunger Games.
    3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
    See if you have what it takes to survive the arena! Learn new skills and test your knowledge to compete in the battles. Are you hungry enough to survive? March 17 at the Library Center is an after-hours event. Participants may not leave before 10:30 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up. A Hunger Games event.
  • Republic Branch Library - Surviving the Hunger Games.
    4:30 pm to 6:30 pm for grades 6-12.
    See if you have what it takes to survive the arena! Learn new skills and test your knowledge to compete in the battles. Are you hungry enough to survive? March 17 at the Library Center is an after-hours event. Participants may not leave before 10:30 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up. A Hunger Games event.
  • Library Station - Surviving the Hunger Games.
    6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    See if you have what it takes to survive the arena! Learn new skills and test your knowledge to compete in the battles. Are you hungry enough to survive? March 17 at the Library Center is an after-hours event. Participants may not leave before 10:30 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up. A Hunger Games event.
  • Library Center - The Hunger Games. (Book Discussion: "The Hunger Games")
    7:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 6 to adult.
    Can't wait to see "The Hunger Games" movie? Discuss the book the day before the movie is released. A Hunger Games event.

Friday, March 23, 2012

  • All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol.
    for grades 6-12.
    Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
  • Library Center - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 1-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Teen Friday Nights.
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    If it's Friday night, there is something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in for games, crafts, and special events.
  • Park Central Branch Library - Friday Night Film Series.
    7:00 pm for adults.
    "The Cove," PG-13.

Saturday, March 24, 2012

  • All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol.
    for grades 6-12.
    Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
  • Library Center - March of Technology.
    9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
    Learn about the technology you can use through or at the Library. Topics will include Overdrive and e-books, specialized databases, Wi-Fi, computer classes at the Edge Community Technology Center, the Library on social media and what's coming soon to the Library.
  • Library Center - When Something's Up.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for ages 2-5.
    Trying to prepare your young child for a new sister or brother? Join us for a special storytime that will introduce picture books, ideas for children and siblings.
    Registration starts March 19; call 882-0714.
  • Library Center - Surprise Saturday.
    11:00 am to 2:00 pm in the story hour room for all ages.
    Games, crafts and more -- you never know what you'll find on Surprise Saturday! Families can drop by and enjoy a family-friendly activity for all ages.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Happy Elephant and Piggie Day!.
    1:00 pm in the meeting room for all ages.
    Do you love Mo Willems’ Elephant and Piggie as much as we do? Help us celebrate with all the Elephant and Piggie fun you can stand and we'll even share our ice cream!
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Demystifying Vegetarianism.
    1:30 pm in the upstairs meeting room for all ages.
    Curious about vegetarianism, veganism and everything in between? Learn about nutrition and health benefits and concerns, environmental aspects, ethics and more with vegan and Library staffer Cassie Fox during this introduction to vegetarianism.
    Registration starts February 24; call 862-0135.
  • Library Station - Raising Chickens.
    2:00 pm in the Frisco room for adults.
    Raising poultry in an urban environment is becoming more popular. Library staff member Victor Kohman will share his experiences raising chickens as a hobby and discuss the advantages and responsibilities of raising your own backyard flock.
  • Strafford Branch Library - Knitting Circle.
    3:00 pm for adults.
    No matter your age or ability, you're welcome to join a monthly knitting circle at the Library. Bring your needles, yarn and any projects you are working on and share ideas, tricks and tips with fellow knitters.

Monday, March 26, 2012

  • Brentwood Branch Library - Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime.
    9:00 am for infants-36 months.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 3-5.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Center - Crafternoons.
    3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
    Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
  • Library Center - Talk Time: Practice Your English.
    6:30 pm in Grafton room for adults.
    Are you learning to speak English and would like to improve? Meet with other members of the international community for casual conversations. Community volunteers lead the informal sessions.
  • Library Center - Taste Culinary Classroom at Price Cutter presents Travels with the Falcon. (Big Read)
    7:00 pm in the auditorium for adults.
    Chef HJ Schumer of Taste Culinary Classroom will go international with dishes based on the Big Read book, "The Maltese Falcon," by Dashiell Hammett. A Big Read 2012 event.
    Registration starts March 01; call 882-0714.

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

  • Library Center - Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Park Central Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 1-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Strafford Branch Library - Beatrix Potter, Peter Rabbit and Friends.
    10:00 am for all ages.
    In honor of Women’s History Month, help us celebrate the work of author and illustrator Beatrix Potter with a storytime focusing on her beloved characters Peter Rabbit and friends.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Willard Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:00 am for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Center - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - The Accidental Billionaires: The Founding of Facebook, A Tale of Sex, Money, Genius and Betrayal. (Book Discussion)
    1:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
    By Ben Mezrich.
  • Library Station - Talk Time: Practice Your English.
    6:30 pm in the Thunderbird room for adults.
    Are you learning to speak English and would like to improve? Meet with other members of the international community for casual conversations. Community volunteers lead the informal sessions.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    7:00 pm in the story hour room for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

  • Library Center - Genealogy Workshop.
    9:30 am in the auditorium for adults.
    How Do You Organize Your Genealogical Research? Share tips for organizing your research so you can find information when you need it. Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.
  • Library Center - Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Republic Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 1-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Fair Grove Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:00 am for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Center - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens.
    3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
    Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
  • Strafford Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens.
    3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
    Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.

Thursday, March 29, 2012

  • Brentwood Branch Library - Make 'n Take: Spring Green Cleaning.
    3:00 pm in the meeting room for age 18 and older.
    Spring cleaning is just around the corner! Travel through different stations and make your own green home cleaning products using safe, all-natural ingredients. Take home recipes and a sample of each creation. Materials will be provided.
    Registration starts March 19; call 883-1974.
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Tax Assistance.
    4:00 pm to 7:00 pm for adults.
    Federal and state tax return preparation, e-filing, Missouri property tax credit (PTC), Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) and other required federal and state forms will be offered for low-to-moderate income families and individuals. Call 864-0030 for an appointment.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - Learn to Use Your E-reader.
    6:30 pm for adults.
    Learn to check out and download e-books from the Library and read them on your computer or compatible e-reader. All e-readers including Kindles will be covered in this session as a result of an agreement between Amazon and software provider OverDrive.
  • Brentwood Branch Library - The Civically Engaged Reader: A Diverse Collection of Short Provocative Readings on Civic Activity. (Let's Talk About It Book Discussion-Building Common Ground)
    6:30 pm in the meeting room for adults.
    Join us for a series of discussions with Drury University English Professor Dr. Randall Fuller based on readings from the book, "The Civically Engaged Reader: A Diverse Collection of Short Provocative Readings on Civic Activity" to explore themes of community and civility. The Library will provide a limited number of books upon pre-registration. Building Common Ground is a collaboration between the American Library Association and the Fetzer Institute. The Library programs and materials associated with Building Common Ground are funded by a grant from the Fetzer Institute to the American Library Association. A Civility Project event.
    Registration starts February 02; call 883-1974.
  • Park Central Branch Library - Foreign Film Series.
    6:30 pm to 9:00 pm for adults.
    "The Chorus (Les Choristes)," rated PG-13. French with English subtitles. Academy Award nominee, 2005.

Friday, March 30, 2012

  • Library Center - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Racing to Read Storytime.
    10:00 am for ages 1-6.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Racing to Read Storytime.
    11:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
  • Library Station - Teen Friday Nights.
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
    If it's Friday night, there is something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in for games, crafts, and special events.
  • Library Center - Adult Storytime.
    7:00 pm in the auditorium for age 16 and older.
    You're never too old for story time! Kick back in a fun, casual setting and let Library staff give you the shivers with thrilling tales and favorite stories.

Saturday, March 31, 2012

  • Library Center - Beginning Genealogy.
    9:30 am to 12:00 pm in meeting room A for adults.
    Begin searching for your ancestors and learn what resources the Library has to offer. Staff from the Library’s Local History and Genealogy Department will be available to help you get off to a good start. Bring any family information that you have and a generation chart. Find a generation chart at http://thelibrary.org/research/res_guide.cfm?aid=678&lid=62. Computers will be available so that you can access Ancestry Library Edition and other websites, or we can help you find information in our book collection. Limited to 12 participants; call 616-0534 to register.
    Registration starts March 10; call 882-0714.
  • Library Center - Colossal Dinosaur Extravaganza.
    10:00 am in the auditorium for ages 3-7.
    Dig for dinosaurs, solve dinosaur puzzles and more!
    Registration starts March 26; call 882-0714.
  • Library Center - Learn to Use Your E-reader.
    10:00 am in the story hour room for adults.
    Learn to check out and download e-books from the Library and read them on your computer or compatible e-reader. All e-readers including Kindles will be covered in this session as a result of an agreement between Amazon and software provider OverDrive.
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Tax Assistance.
    10:00 am to 2:00 pm for adults.
    Federal and state tax return preparation, e-filing, Missouri property tax credit (PTC), Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) and other required federal and state forms will be offered for low-to-moderate income families and individuals. No appointment necessary but appointments are available by calling 864-0030.
  • Library Center - Colossal Dinosaur Extravaganza.
    11:15 am in the story hour room for grades 3-6.
    Dig for dinosaurs, solve dinosaur puzzles and more!
  • Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Learn to Use Your E-reader.
    2:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for adults.
    Learn to check out and download e-books from the Library and read them on your computer or compatible e-reader. All e-readers including Kindles will be covered in this session as a result of an agreement between Amazon and software provider OverDrive.

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