Springfield City LibraryEvEnt GuidE - marCh 2018

My Beloved Springfield Women'sLeadership Panel, 3/14

Live Music: Celtic , Zydeco Revelators ,& Songs from the Heart

March is for Makers:STEAM Programs for Kids & Teens

Mountain Park MemoriesDocumentary Screening, 3.29

My Beloved Springfield Women’s Leadership Panel Explore local leadership development opportunities for women at our information fair from 5:30-6 PM, then join us to be inspired by a panel of prominent local women as they tell us about their different paths to leadership. Time for questions and answers as well as light refreshments will be included. Co-sponsored by the Women’s Fund of Western Massachusetts. Wednesday, March 14th | 5:30-7:30 PM | Central Library Community Room | Register online

Celtic Celebration Enjoy an evening of Celtic music and storytelling featuring the Valley’s very own Jeff Snow. Jeff will perform from 6-7 PM and entertain with Celtic stories and music on the autoharp, bouzouki, and bodhran. There’ll be Celtic decorations and refreshments to enjoy compliments of the Friends of the Library too. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Springfield Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. Wednesday, March 28th | 5:30-7:30 PM | Indian Orchard Branch | All ages

Rotunda Rhythms: Songs from the Heart You’re in for a treat with the exciting music of Kat, Merrill, and Faith. Three rising talents from the greater Springfield area, these women play covers and originals on guitar and keyboard, offering a soulful mix of pop-rock songs. All in attendance can enter the free raffle. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Springfield Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency; additional funding provided by the Friend of the Springfield Library. Sunday, March 11th | 2-3 PM | Central Library Rotunda | All ages

Zydeco Revelators in Concert! This five-piece band traveling from central New Jersey will

entertain with accordion, washboard, guitar, drums,

and other exciting sounds to give everyone a toe-tapping good time. Free Mardi Gras beads to all who attend, compliments of the Friends of the Library. Saturday, March 24th | 1-2 PM | Sixteen Acres Branch | All ages

Build-a-Challenge How tall can you build a tower using only gum drops and toothpicks? Can you make a working catapult with popsicle sticks and rubber bands? Test yourself on these and other challenges! We’ll have a different activity with new materials every

week. Mondays from March 5th-April 30th (except holidays) | 5:30-6:30 PM | Central Library Children’s Program Room | Ages 5-12

Take Apart Party Ever wonder what’s inside a blender? An iron? A clock? Join us as we delve into the insides of some small appliances. We’ll learn what makes them work, then use the parts later in the month to construct some unique crafts! Thursday, March 8th | 3:30-5 PM | Mason Square Branch | Children

Creation Station Drop into the children’s department and come explore the world of creativity! Every week we will experiment with different materials, methods, and media guaranteed to unleash your inner maker. If you love to make, and to do, Creation Station is for you! March 1st-30th | 3:30-4:30 PM at the Brightwood Branch; During open hours at the Mason Square Branch | Children

Adventures in Art Do you want to be a creator? A maker? An artist? During this six-week art program, artist and educator Ryan Jobb will teach kids to create artworks using a variety of mediums. Projects, such as drawing from sound, drawing with rubbings, creating an alternate artist identity, and more, will emphasize the importance of creation, imagination, and creativity over the need to create a finished product. We’ll serve snacks at 3:30 PM and start the art lesson at 4:00 PM. Wednesdays, March 7th-April 11th | 3:30-5 PM | Mason Square Branch | 4th- and 5th-graders | Register online

Tinker Lab Let your imagination soar as you experiment with all types of building materials. Design, construct, and explore everything in our inventor’s box. Collaborate on a project, or work on your own. Thursday, March 15th | 3:30-5 PM | Mason Square Branch | Ages 6+

1All events are free and open to the public. Registration is not required for most programs.

FEATURED EVENTS MARCH IS FOR MAKERS!

Adults must AccompAny And supervise children. siblings Are welcome to Attend.

Bilingual Storytime Join us for stories, songs, movement, fingerplays, a craft, and playtime.* Wednesdays | 1:30-2:30 PM | Brightwood Branch Community Room | Ages 12 months-6 years

Hora de cuentos bilingües Acompáñenos para cuentos, canciones, actividades, y tiempo para jugar. No requiere inscripción previa. Un adulto debe acompañar a los niños. Los miércoles | 1:30 a 2:30 PM | el sucursal Brightwood | Para niños de 12 meses a 6 años de edad, y los hermanos son bienvenidos.

Duplo Club We’ll have plenty of Duplo blocks (a bigger, child-safe version of Legos) available to encourage building and exploration. 1st Saturday of the month | 1-2:30 PM | East Springfield Branch | Ages 0-5

Infant/Toddler Playgroup Join us for stories, songs, movement, and multi-sensory playtime. Sponsored by the Early Childhood Resource Center and the Department of Early Education and Care. Thursdays, March 22nd-May 17th | 10:30 AM-12 PM | Central Library Children’s Program Room | Ages 0-36 months

Infant/Toddler Storytime Join us for stories, songs, movement, and a craft.* Fridays | 10:30-11:30 AM | East Forest Park Branch | Ages 6 months-36 months

Toddler Storytime Join us for stories, songs, movement, fingerplays, and playtime.* Tuesdays | 10:30-11:30 AM | Forest Park Branch | Ages 1-3 ½

Neighborhood Playgroup Meet other families, chat with the librarian about great books for your child, enjoy toys in our Activity Center, try out art projects, and more! Thursdays | 10:30 AM-12:30 PM | Sixteen Acres Branch | Ages 0-5

Family Storytimes Songs, stories, crafts, and more! Indian Orchard Branch* Mondays | 10:30-11:30 AM | Ages 1-6Lib. Express at Pine Point Wednesdays | 4:15 PM | Ages 4-10Sixteen Acres Branch* Tuesdays | 1:30-2:30 PM | Ages 0-5

*Presented in collaboration with Home City Families.Presentada con la colaboración de Home City Families.

Adults must AccompAny And supervise children.

Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss Celebrate the birthday of Springfield’s own Dr. Seuss! Make a “Thing 1” or “Thing 2” bookmark, estimate how many fish are in the bowl and/or visit our Dr. Seuss photo booth. February 26th-March 3rd | During open hours | Forest Park Branch | Children

Cat in the Hat Craft Stop by and make a Cat in the Hat craft in honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday. March 1st-10th | During open hours | East Springfield and East Forest Park locations | Children

Dr. Seuss Scavenger Hunt Test your knowledge of Dr. Seuss and win a trip to the prize box. March 1st-10th | During open hours | Forest Park Branch | Children

Girl Power! In honor of Women’s History Month, please join us for a special evening celebrating strong and amazing women - including you! Visit our Hall of Fame to learn about world-changing women, make art, hear inspiring stories, and get ideas about what to read or do to learn more. Participants will also have the chance to enter a raffle for an awesome Girl Power Gift Basket. Wednesday, March 21st | 5:30-7:30 PM | Central Library Children’s Program Room | Ages 5-12

Fun with Pinkalicious and Peterrific Do you love Pinkalicious and her loyal brother Peter? Join us for a read-aloud of the original Pinkalicious book as well as the new book Peterrific. Storytime will be followed by a freestyle building project using recycled materials and a freestyle pink craft. We’ll use the power of imagination to learn and play - just like Pinkalicious and Peter! March 5th from 3:30-4:30 PM at the Brightwood Branch; March 9th from 1:30-2:30 PM at the Sixteen Acres Branch; March 10th from 1-2 PM at the East Springfield Branch | Recommended for ages 3-7 | Register online

Read to Momo: a Dog Who Listens Children are invited to read to Momo, a Bright Spot Therapy Dog. Wednesdays through March 28th | 3:30-4:30 PM | Forest Park Branch | Children | Call 263-6843 to reserve a 10 minute slot or drop by and see what is available

2For programs that require online registration, please visit www.springfieldlibrary.org.

EVENTS FOR LITTLE ONES EVENTS FOR CHILDREN

Mad Libs in March We’ll have lots of humorous fill-in-the-blank stories for kids to try out with their friend, sibling or accompanying grownup. Mad Libs are not just lots of fun, but also a great way for kids to practice vocabulary skills and learn about parts of speech! March 1st-30th at the Brightwood, Indian Orchard, and Sixteen Acres locations | During open hours | Children

MadLab STEAM exploration especially for kids. Thurs. Mar. 22nd | 4:30-5:30 PM | Forest Park Branch | Ages 5-12

Mad Science This STEM program is designed to expose children to many different branches of science, such as botany, earth science, atmospheric science, animal biology, human biology, chemistry, astronomy, and engineering. Tuesdays from March 6th to May 1st | 1-2 PM | Central Library Children’s Program Room | Ages 5-8

Let’s Read and Create Art Together Come listen as Springfield’s own multilingual poet María Luisa Arroyo reads the bilingual book-of-the-month in English and in Spanish. Then have fun creating an art project linked with the book. No art experience necessary for the creative art projects. Saturday, March 17th | 10-11 AM | Central Library Community Room | Children in grades 2-5

Leer y Crear Arte Juntos ¡Promueve la alegría de leer en inglés y español mientras crea arte divertido! Venga a escuchar a la poeta multilingüe de Springfield, María Luisa Arroyo, leer un libro bilingüe. Luego diviértase creando un proyecto de arte relacionado con el libro. Experiencia artística no es necesaria para los proyectos del arte. El 17 de marzo | 10-11 AM | Salón Comunitario de la Biblioteca Central | Edades 7-12

American Girl Club Based on the American Girl books! Make a craft and enjoy a snack based on the time period of the girl chosen each month. Monthly on 3rd Wednesdays | 4-5 PM | East Springfield Branch | Ages 6-14 | Preregistration encouraged, call 413-263-6840

Lunch Bunch Come and enjoy a fun interactive story, an engaging activity, and a free light lunch. Sponsored by Faith United Church. Monthly on 1st Saturdays | 1-2 PM | Forest Park Branch Program Den | Ages 5-12

LEGO Clubs Let your imagination run wild!Brightwood Branch Thursdays | 4-5 PM | ChildrenForest Park Branch Mondays | 3:30-4:45 PM | ChildrenIndian Orchard Branch Tuesdays | 3:30-5 PM | ChildrenLibrary Express at Pine Point Wednesdays | 5-5:45 PM | Ages 5-10Mason Square Branch Thursdays | 5-6 PM | ChildrenSixteen Acres Branch Mondays | 1:30-4:30 PM | Ages 5-10

Minecraft Clubs Build, play, and create - and battle zombies, of course!Indian Orchard Branch Saturdays | 12-2:30 PM | Ages 8+Library Express at Pine Point Fridays | 3:30-4:45 PM | Ages 8-18

Family Craft Night Come have fun and let us clean up the mess! Monthly, 2nd Wednesdays | 6:30-7:30 PM | East Springfield Branch | All ages

Family Storytime Songs, stories, crafts, and more! Saturdays | 1:30-2:30 PM | Central Library | Ages 3-10

Radical Play Institute Do you love video games? Have you ever wondered how video games interact with your life or what your

gaming habits say about you as an individual? Have you ever wanted to explore the career options video games can offer? Join UMASS Amherst professor TreaAndrea Russworm as we play and explore our way through these questions. Parental permission required to participate. Call the Forest Park Branch at 413-263-6843 for details. Thursdays through March 1st | 4:30-6:30 PM | Forest Park Branch | Ages 12-18

Art Exploration for Teens Teens will use sharpies, watercolors, tissue paper, and more to explore portraiture, landscapes, and abstract art in this monthly program. Monthly on first Fridays | 2-4:30 PM | Indian Orchard Branch | Ages 11+

Roller Derby! Keep Calm and Jam On Pioneer Valley Roller Derby will be skating by to show teens the finer points of the sport of roller derby! Join us while we watch roller derby in action and participate in activities lead by the players from PVRD. Keep calm and jam on! Wednesday, March 28th | 3:15-4:15 PM | Forest Park Branch | Ages 13-18

3All events are free and open to the public. Registration is not required for most programs.

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EVENTS FOR TEENS

A Day at Hogwarts Are you a Harry Potter fan? You’ve just received an owl inviting you to come to our Day at Hogwarts! We’ll have the best wizarding foods you could hope for, as well as games and Trivia. You’re welcome to come in your Hogwarts best, or even use Polyjuice Potion to come looking like your favorite character. Saturday, March 3rd | 12-1:30 PM | Central Library Community Room | Ages 10+ | Register online

Girls Who Code Club Girls Who Code is an organization dedicated to teaching coding and programming skills to middle and high school girls. Join us to learn about computer science and apply your new skills to game creation, animation, web design, art, music, fashion, and more. This is a 20-week course that meets 2 hours every Saturday. Please register early to reserve a spot. Saturdays, March 10th-July 21st | 10 AM-12 PM | Forest Park Branch | Ages 12-18 | Register online

OMG Otaku! Anime for Teens Get ready for a night of everything Otaku. Feast on Japanese snacks while watching a mini- marathon featuring Anime such as Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure, Tokyo ESP, Sailor Moon Crystal, and more! Thursdays, March 29th, and April 26th | 4-5:30 PM | Forest Park Branch | Ages 14-19

Tasty Tuesday at Forest Park Tasty Tuesday will feature a healthy and easy recipe for the teens to learn how to make. Teens will make a delicious after school snack as well as learning useful life skills and meal planning. Teens should come hungry and ready to get their hands messy! Tuesday, March 20th | 3:15-4:15 PM | Forest Park Branch | Ages 12-19

Teens Tasting Around the World Would you like to learn about the cuisines of different cultures? Here’s a chance to try that out! Teens are invited to bring a dish representing their cultural heritage. (But all dishes are welcome!) Please bring a note listing all ingredients in order to accommodate those with special dietary needs. Plates, silverware, napkins, and drinks will

be provided. Tuesday, March 27th | 5:45-7:45 PM | Sixteen Acres Branch | Ages 12-19 | Register online

What-Ifs & Fix-Its: A Fanfiction Club for Teens Are you disappointed about the way The Hunger Games ended? Do you think your favorite classic novel would be better if it had dragons? Do you honestly think you can write a better love story than Twilight? Then join our group, where pop-culture fans of every kind can explore their favorite characters and create stories of their own, through the marvelous world of fanfiction. We’ll have advice sessions for beginning authors and writing prompts to inspire new ideas—you’ll even have an opportunity to submit your work to the library’s teen blog! Monthly on 3rd Wednesdays | 6-7:30 PM | East Forest Park Branch | Ages 11-18 | Register online

Painted Flower Pot for Spring! Just in time for Spring! Come in and get creative painting your own one of a kind flower pot to bring home. Soil and seeds will also be provided for your beautiful pot. Wednesday, March 28th | 3:30-4:30 PM | Brightwood Branch | Ages 11-18

Comic Book Creation for Teens Did you ever want to create your own comic books, graphic novels, or webcomics? Whether you are an artist or a writer, come work on your project with fellow enthusiasts. Snacks will be provided. Monthly on 2nd Wednesdays | 6-7:30 PM | East Forest Park Branch | Ages 11-18

Creator’s Club for Teens Stop in the library for an after school arts and crafts session. Each month, a new arts and crafts project will be taught for participants to create and take home! Come create and discover something new! Monthly on 2nd Tuesdays | 3:15-4:15 PM | Forest Park Branch | Ages 12-18

Monday Munchies: Quick Cooking for Teens Teens, try out some quick and delicious recipes and expand your palate with some new, tasty ingredients. Mondays, March 26th, April 9th, May 14th, and June 11th | 3:30-5 PM | Central Library | Ages 11-19

Tasty Tuesday at Brightwood Experience a new flavor and learn how to make a tasty snack! Monthly, 3rd Tuesdays | 3:30-5 PM | Brightwood Branch | Teens

Tabletop Tennis Teens are invited to join us for an afternoon of fun playing ping pong. Two or four players can play at a time. Paddles, balls, nets, and tables provided. Meets monthly. Wednesday, March 14th | 3-4:30 PM | Brightwood Branch Community Room | Teens

4For programs that require online registration, please visit www.springfieldlibrary.org.

Jubilant Jewelry Making Hooks, pins, and spacers, Oh My! Create earrings or a bracelet using findings, beads, wire and elastic. Space is limited; priority is given to those who have registered. Monthly, 1st Tuesdays | 3:30-5:30 PM | Sixteen Acres Branch | Ages 9-19; children 7-9 accompanied by an adult are welcome | Register online or call 413-263-6858

Chess Club for Teens Practice chess moves - or learn to play! Tuesdays | 3:30-5 PM | Sixteen Acres Branch | Ages 9-18

Game ON! Video Gaming for Teens Drop in and play your favorite Wii games in the community room! Snacks will be provided. Monthly on 2nd and 4th Tuesdays | 3-4:30 PM | Brightwood Branch | Ages 11-18

tEEn LEadErShiP Here’s your chance to meet and share ideas about improving library programming for teens, plan events, give input for materials purchasing and other fun activities. Light refreshments will be served.

Teen Advisory Board at Brightwood Monthly on 1st Tuesdays | 3:30-4:30 PM | Brightwood Branch | Ages 11-18

Teen Advisory Board at Mason Square Meet new friends, get community service hours and build your resume! If you are interested in joining Mason Square TAB, attend an upcoming meeting or contact Librarian Ellen Sulzycki at esulzycki@springfieldlibrary.org or 413-263-6853. Monthly on 2nd Wednesdays | 3:30-4:30 PM | Mason Square Branch | Teens

Teen Readers Advisory Panel at Sixteen Acres Last Tuesday of every month | 4:30-5:45 PM | Sixteen Acres Branch | Ages 13-19 | Ask Sixteen Acres librarian about application to join

Craft Your Cares Away We will be relaxing, socializing, and making crafts to take your mind off your everyday worries for an hour. All necessary supplies will be available at no cost, and light refreshments compliments of the Friends of the Library will be offered too. Monday, March 26th | 2-3 PM | East Springfield Branch | Ages 18+

Women’s Coding Club If you’ve ever wanted to make your own website, build your own app, or secure your smartphone against unwanted prying, join us! Our coding club for women (name to be decided at first meeting) is for all women who want to learn and experiment in a low-pressure, highly collaborative environment. Club will meet monthly, light snacks provided, please pre-register. Saturday, March 31st | 2:30-4:20 PM | Central Library Computer Lab | Ages 18+ | Register online

Poetry Reading and Open Mic Eight local poets will read or recite their favorite poems in ten-minute spots, and we’ll offer an open mic for audience members to join in for shorter spots. Featured poets include: Don Fisher, LD Green, Richard Horton, Jeanneclaire Probst, Gabriela Ruiz-Flores, Narelle Thomas, Jerry Walker, and Kateri M. Walsh. Refreshments and free attendance raffle available to all who attend compliments of the Friends of the Library. Saturday, March 31st | 2-4 PM | Central Library Community Room | Adults

Art Central: The Paintings of Noreen Acconcio Retired from the Springfield Public Schools, Ms. Acconcio utilizes watercolor to create still lifes and

seascapes rich with color and imagination. Join her and others for a public reception from 2-3 PM on Sunday, March 4th to announce the show’s opening. March 3rd-April 29th | Central Library

Color My World, an Adult Coloring Group We’ll provide beautiful adult coloring sheets and colored pencils so you can de-stress. Got kids? Our LEGO Club will be running from 5-6 PM. Thursdays | 5-7 PM | Mason Square Branch | Adults

Game Night for Grownups Enjoy scrabble, chess, checkers, dominoes, brainteasers, sudoku, and more! Bring your library card to check games out to play. Wednesdays 5:30-7:45 PM | Central Library - Wellman Hall | Adults

Books & Brew Book Club Cure your mid-week blues with a lively brew at Nathan Bill’s Bar and Restaurant. For our next meeting we will be discussing The Witch’s Daughter by Paula Brackston. Copies of the book are available at the East Forest Park Branch. First Wednesday of every month | 7-8 PM | 110 Island Pond Rd, Springfield | Ages 21+

5All events are free and open to the public. Registration is not required for most programs.

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Register to Work at MGM! MGM Springfield will conduct its hiring using the online Skillsmart program. Drop in and we’ll help you set up a profile, where you will receive notifications on job openings, educational opportunities, and other important MGM Springfield employment updates. Presented in collaboration with Opportunity Services, Inc. AdultsCentral Library Rice Hall | 1st Thursday of every month | 2-3 PMMason Square Branch 2nd Friday of every month | 3-4 PMSixteen Acres Branch 3rd Tuesday of every month | 4-5 PM

Get to Work with Skillsmart Springfield Works is here to link you with a job, career, or skills training. Come learn how to use SkillSmart, an easy online resource to help you identify your strengths and efficiently apply for positions at some of Greater Springfield’s largest organizations. Thursday, March 22nd | 1-3 PM | Sixteen Acres Branch | Adults | Register online

Knot Just Knitters Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, this is the place for you. New members are welcome; current members are willing to teach. Some yarn and needles are provided; donations are welcome. Many finished items are donated to charitable causes. AdultsEast Forest Park Branch Fridays | 1-2:30 PMEast Springfield Branch Fridays | 10-11:30 AMIndian Orchard Branch Wednesdays, starts March 7th | 3:30-4:45 PMSixteen Acres Branch Wednesdays | 1-3 PM

Chess at Sixteen Acres Get expert training from a chess player with years of teaching experience. Tuesdays | 5:30-6:30 PM | Sixteen Acres Branch | Adults

Afterthoughts, a Book Discussion Group These groups select a new book for a lively discussion every month. Library copies of the book are available at the branch. New members always welcome! AdultsCentral Library book selection: The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead. Monthly, 2nd Tuesdays | 12-1 PMEast Forest Park Branch book selection: Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. Monthly, last Wednesdays | 6-7 PMForest Park Branch book selection: When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi. Monthly, 1st Thursdays | 1:30-3 PM

Tai Chi for Everyone Tai Chi is a slow motion, low impact form of exercise that is suitable for everyone. Friday, March 2nd | 1-2 PM | East Springfield Branch | For adults, teens, and children 10+ | Register online

BYOB, a Book Discussion Group BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) and share your recent reads. Gain exposure to new authors, titles, and genres! AdultsCentral Library Monthly on 2nd and 4th Wednesdays | 10-12 PM | Central Library Community RoomEast Springfield Branch 1st Wednesdays | 12-1:30 PM

U.S. History Book and Media Discussion Group Discuss important issues concerning American history and share conversation-provoking history books you’re reading. We’ll also view documentaries on a number of history topics. Refreshments served. Monthly on 3rd Tuesdays | 6:15-7:15 PM | Sixteen Acres Branch | Adults

Things About Diabetes You Probably Didn’t Know Did you know that experts estimate that 12% of Springfield adults have diabetes? Join local author and diabetes activist Chet Galaska as he reviews his story about living with the disease in his book The Diabetes Book: What Everyone Should Know. Refreshments compliments

of the Friends of the Library. Tuesday, March 27th | 6:15-7:45 PM | Sixteen Acres Branch | Adults

Chair Yoga Chair Yoga is a unique yoga style that adapts yoga positions and poses through creative use of a yoga chair. Chair Yoga is suitable for all ages, fitness levels and physical conditions. Instructed by Certified Yoga Instructor Nicole Ferraro. Tues. March 20th | 10-11 AM | East Springfield Branch | Adults

Mountain Park Memories, Documentary Showing and Discussion Join us for a film showing of the PBS documentary Mountain Park Memories that will take you back in time. Refreshments compliments of the Friends of the Library. Thurs. March 29th | 6:15-7:45 PM | East Springfield Branch | Adults | Register online

Introduction to Microsoft Word Skill with a keyboard and mouse is needed for this workshop. Light refreshments, compliments of the Friends of the Library, will be provided. Come to this hands-on session for an introduction to Microsoft Word. Sharpen your skills with standard formatting and editing tools. Wed. March 28th | 1:30-3 PM | Library Express at Pine Point | Adults | Register online or call 413-263-2636

6For programs that require online registration, please visit www.springfieldlibrary.org.

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Many of our programs are sponsored in part by the Friends of the Springfield Library, and by a grant from the Springfield Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

Bad Weather? Check tv channels 3, 22, or 40 to see if our libraries are opening late, closing early, or closed all day. You can also call 413-263-6828 and listen to the greeting for updates.

Hi!Tech: Getting Started with Computers This hands-on workshop reviews basic keyboarding and mousing and more to get you comfortably started. No experience necessary. Participants earn a chance to win this month’s Hi!Tech raffle. Wednesday, March 7th | 1:30-3 PM | Library Express at Pine Point | Adults | Register online or call 413-263-2655

Hi!Tech: Continuing with Computers This hands-on workshop reviews basic aspects of computer use including file management, text editing, and more. It is the perfect class for someone new to the computer but can use a mouse and the keyboard already. Completion of Getting Started with Computers is recommended. Participants earn a chance to win this month’s Hi!Tech raffle. Wednesday, March 14th | 1:30-3 PM | Library Express at Pine Point | Adults | Register online or call 413-263-2655

Hi!Tech: Introduction to the Web Develop the skill you need to explore and use the internet confidently and competently. Skill with a keyboard and a mouse is needed. Participants earn a chance to win this month’s Hi!Tech raffle. Wednesday, March 21st | 1:30-3 PM | Library Express at Pine Point | Adults | Register online or call 413-263-2655

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Brightwood 359 Plainfield St. 413-263-6805 1-5pm 1-8pm 1-5pm 1-8pm 9a-5p CLOSED

Central Library 220 State St. 413-263-6828

12-8p 9a-5p 12-8p 9a-5p CLOSED 9a-5p Open Sundays from September 10th, 2017 - May 27th, 2018

East Forest Park 122 Island Pond Rd. 413-263-6836 1-5pm 1-5pm 1-8pm 1-5pm 10a-5p 11a-3p

East Springfield 21 Osborne Terrace 413-263-6840

1-5pm 1-5pm 1-8pm 1-5pm 10a-5p* 11a-3p * Through March 2018, temporary Friday hours are 1-5pm

Forest Park 380 Belmont Ave. 413-263-6843 1-5pm 10a-5p 1-5pm 1-8pm 1-5pm 11a-3p

Indian Orchard 44 Oak St., Indian Orchard 413-263-6846 10a-5p 1-5pm 1-8pm 1-5pm 1-5pm 11a-3p

Library Express at Pine Point 204 Boston Rd. 413-263-6855 1-5pm CLOSED 1-6pm CLOSED 1-5pm CLOSED

Mason Square 765 State St. 413-263-6853 1-5pm 1-5pm 10a-5p 1-8pm 1-5pm 11a-3p

Sixteen Acres 1187 Parker St. 413-263-6858 1-5pm 1-8pm 1-5pm 10a-5p 1-5pm 11a-3p

Read/Write/Now Adult Literacy Program, 204 Boston Road. Call 413-263-6839 for hours.

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