Summer Reading

Summer Reading 2022: Read beyond the beaten path

Summer Reading 2022

This summer we’re exploring the road less traveled, discovering all the imaginative journeys reading can take you on! From June until the end of July, the Library is offering several ways and incentives for young and old alike to enjoy this remarkable pastime!

Upcoming Events

Exploring Your Family Tree

2:30pm - 3:45pm
Nancy Huntley Computer Classroom
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Nancy Huntley Computer Classroom
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2

Workshop

Get hands-on and learn a new skill at the Lincoln Library.

Event Details:
This free course is an introduction to the online genealogy resources offered and compiled by the library. In order to get the most out of this course, you must have computer experience. We cover: Ancestry Library Edition, Heritage Hub, HeritageQu...

Homework Space

3:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Details:
Hey, teens, do you need a quiet space to study, and get your work done? Then come on down! We'll have a study space in the Library's Teen Area on the first floor for you to meet up with your friends and cram for that next exam! Our homework space wil...

Black Women Authors Book Series

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Carnegie South
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Carnegie South
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40

Book Club

Discuss your latest read with friends.

Event Details:
Join us for our new book club, discussing books by Black women authors. We are creating this space for Black women readers to talk about their experiences and books that reflect them. The book for November 29th will be Children of Blood and Bone&n...

Pop-Up Library-Cap. 1908/Southtown

9:30am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:
Welcome to the Pop-Up Library! Visit us at Cap. 1908 in Southtown at 1100 S Grand Ave E and say hello to our friendly staff. Make or renew your library card, check out or return materials, or learn about our digital resources like eBooks, eAudiobooks...

Pop-Up Library-Springfield Housing Authority, Brandon Dr.

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:
Welcome to the Pop-Up Library! Visit us at Brandon Drive and say hello to our friendly staff. Make or renew your library card, check out or return materials, or learn about our digital resources like eBooks, eAudiobooks, streaming video, and more. ...

Homework Space

3:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Details:
Hey, teens, do you need a quiet space to study, and get your work done? Then come on down! We'll have a study space in the Library's Teen Area on the first floor for you to meet up with your friends and cram for that next exam! Our homework space wil...

True Crime & Brew Time

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual Branch
Age Group: Adults, Adults 21+
Program Type: Book Club

Book Club

Discuss your latest read with friends.

Event Details:
Join us for True Crime & Brew Time to talk about everyone's favorite true crime obsessions! This month we'll be discussing JonBenet: Inside the Ramsey Murder Investigation by Steve Thomas and Don Davis. So, crack open a cold one and stop in every...

Winter Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Area
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Storytime Area
Age Group: Infants, Toddlers, Pre-K
Program Type: Crafts, Make and Take, Storytime

Storytime

Read, write, talk, sing, and play with us! Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Event Details:
Join us for a special winter storytime! We'll read stories and make winter crafts! ...

Board Game Night at Buzz Bomb

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults 21+
Program Type: Social

Social

Connect with friends at the Lincoln Library.

Event Details:
Join us at Buzz Bomb Brewing Co. for a downtown Springfield night of beer and board games! We'll have a wide-ranging collection of board games to choose from, from old classics to modern euro games! If you want to try out a new game, we can help teac...