Library District Hires Event Spaces Coordinator

The Springfield-Greene County Library District has appointed Stephanie Hornickel as the new Event Spaces Coordinator. Hornickel joins the Library District after more than 25 years in the retail and wedding floral industries. In her new role, Hornickel will oversee bookings for the Library Center’s new Hatch Auditorium, a 500-seat venue for events and programs. The space will host Library programming and be available for both public and private events. She will also manage the use of the library’s other event spaces.

Library Center Branch Manager Jessie East said, “The Hatch Auditorium opens up so many new possibilities for our patrons and our community. We’re thrilled to have Stephanie leading the way as we bring this new space to life. Her experience, creativity, and enthusiasm will help make the Hatch a welcoming venue for events that inspire connection, creativity, and celebration. We can’t wait to see the kinds of events and programs that will take shape in this beautiful new venue.”

The grand opening celebration for the Hatch Auditorium will be January 16-18, 2026. The weekend will include a Teen Silent Disco, STEMusic with Roy Moye III, Geezer in Concert and Bob Holden’s Community Jazz Ensemble. For event details, visit thelibrary.org.