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The Republic Branch Library is closed until the new facility opens on Monday, Feb. 2. The Drive-Thru will open on Monday, Jan. 12.
All Library branches will be closed and the Mobile Library will not make its scheduled stops on Thursday, Jan. 1, for New Year’s Day.
Dear Santa
Read heartfelt letters to Santa from the Ozarks, spanning decades, capturing children's Christmas wishes and holiday spirit.
Brian Grubbs
2 days ago
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
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
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
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
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
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
Library District Hires Event Spaces Coordinator
Stephanie Hornickel joins the library to oversee the bookings for Library spaces.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Nov 19
Where to Get Help in Springfield
The library releases the "Where to Get Help in Springfield" resource.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Nov 14
The Ozarks Are Not Mountains—Or Are They?
Are the Ozark Mountains actually mountains? Dive into dissected plateaus, ancient volcanoes, and the geological history of the Ozarks.
Brandon Broughton
Nov 13
New Republic Branch Library Receives Community Fridge Grant
The Springfield-Greene County Library District has received $4,000 from the Republic Community Foundation
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Nov 10
On Stage at Hammons Student Center
A look back at some of the unforgettable musicians who have taken the stage at Hammons Student Center.
Michael Price
Nov 3
Consider a Year-end Donation to the Next Chapter Fund.
Our Library District is so much more than shelves of books—it’s a cornerstone of our community...
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Oct 21
We’re Not Exaggerating–Springfield’s Weather is Weird
A closer look at the geographical, atmospheric, and geological causes for the uniquely varied weather of Springfield and the Ozarks.
Brandon Broughton
Oct 16
The Gillioz Theater Restoration
The Gillioz “Theatre Beautiful” brought the glitz and glamor of Hollywood to the center of Springfield when it opened in October 1926.
Madison Holt
Sep 25
The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale Continues to Amaze
Springfield, MO – The Friends of the Library announced on Sunday, Sept. 21, that this year’s Fall Book Sale netted $206,739.50, making it...
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Sep 23
The Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Celebrates Reopening and 120th Birthday on Saturday, Sept. 27
The public is invited to enjoy activities for children, teens and adults all day.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Sep 22
Library Foundation Receives Historic $2.34 million Estate Gift
The Springfield-Greene County Library Foundation has received a $2.34 million estate gift from the late Ava Louise Gager Smith.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Sep 17
The Ozarks Spaceman: Buck Nelson in 10 Facts
An in-depth look at Buck Nelson, Missouri’s most infamous UFO contactee, and the stranger truth behind the legend.
Brandon Broughton
Sep 11
Who Says Library Cards Can’t Be Fun?
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, and there’s never been a better time to get a library card. Or encourage someone you know to get a card.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Aug 27
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