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The recent catalog changes have been temporarily reverted while our vendor works to resolve technical issues. My Bookshelf should once again work to access your account details.

All Library branches will be closed and the Mobile Library will not make its scheduled stops on Monday, Feb. 16, for Presidents’ Day.


The Macks: A Union Family in the Ozarks
The Mack family's Civil War letters document service in the 1st Arkansas Cavalry and Radical Republican politics in Greene County, Missouri.
Michael Price
3 days ago


Our Catalog Has Recently Updated. Learn More Here.
Need help navigating the changes? This blog should help.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
5 days ago


New Republic Branch Library Now Open
The new Republic Branch Library opened to the public on Monday, Feb. 2, at 8:30 a.m.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
6 days ago


Springfield-Greene County Library District Begins Facilities Assessment
The District has recently contracted with Paragon Architecture to conduct a comprehensive facilities assessment.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Jan 29
Free Tax Help
Do you need help preparing your taxes? Several ATLS (Across the Life Span) coalition agencies will provide tax assistance to individuals from early February through the end of tax season. Contact the program provider for additional information. For further information on income taxes as well as a list of frequently asked questions, view the Income Tax Resources guide. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance - Community Partnership of the Ozarks Community Partnership of the Ozarks co
Eva
Jan 28
Income Tax Resources
Income Tax Information & Forms The Springfield-Greene County Library District distributes Federal tax forms during filing season (February-April) as a service to the community. Library staff cannot help you prepare your taxes or tell you which form you need. Need someone to help prepare your tax return? The VITA program offers free tax prep assistance to filers who made $67,000 or less in 2025. Start here: Free Tax Help Library staff members can direct you to paper copies,
Eva
Jan 28


What Does "Sequiota" Actually Mean?
According to legend, Sequiota Park's name is a Native American word for "many springs." New research suggests a different origin story.
Brandon Broughton
Jan 22


Library District Releases 2024-2025 Annual Report
Read the Springfield-Greene County Library's Annual Report
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Jan 16


Duck and Cover: Cold War Caving
Discover how Ozarks caves became Cold War fallout shelters. From Fantastic Caverns to Springfield Underground, explore nuclear-era history.
Madison Holt
Jan 8


Sculpture Added to Library Center Hatch Auditorium
The Springfield-Greene County Library District recently added a permanent sculpture to the Sculpture Walk Springfield.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Jan 6


The Hatch Auditorium Grand Opening
Patrons of all ages are invited to celebrate the grand opening of the Hatch Auditorium at the Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell Ave., with events on Tuesday, Jan. 13, and Friday-Sunday, Jan. 16-18.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Dec 29, 2025


Dear Santa
Read heartfelt letters to Santa from the Ozarks, spanning decades, capturing children's Christmas wishes and holiday spirit.
Brian Grubbs
Dec 24, 2025


Springfield Newspapers: A Timeline
Follow the history of Springfield's newspapers from the earliest publications in the 1830s to today's Springfield News-Leader.
Brandon Broughton
Dec 11, 2025


Republic Branch Library Receives Gift from The Arvest Foundation
Library Foundation receives Arvest Foundation gift for the Republic Branch Library
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Dec 4, 2025


Help Fight Hunger: Library District and OACAC Launch Community Food Drive
Donate shelf-stable, non-expired food at any Library Branch until Dec. 14.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Dec 1, 2025


Duck and Cover: The 1961 Fallout Shelter Boom
In 1961, nuclear anxiety led many residents of Springfield and Greene County to build or buy their very own fallout shelters.
Madison Holt
Nov 28, 2025


Springfield-Greene County Library District Hosts Legislative Discussion December 2
Join us for the upcoming legislative discussion on December 2.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Nov 25, 2025


New Republic Branch Library Earns Ball Foundation Grant
The Springfield-Greene County Library District has been awarded $8,750 from the Stanley & Elaine Ball Foundation, managed by Central Trust Company
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Nov 20, 2025


Library District Hires Event Spaces Coordinator
Stephanie Hornickel joins the library to oversee the bookings for Library spaces.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Nov 19, 2025


Where to Get Help in Springfield
The library releases the "Where to Get Help in Springfield" resource.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Nov 14, 2025
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