| East Forest Park |
122/124 Island Pond Road Hours: Manager: Reggie Wilson |
The East Forest Park Branch Library was officially opened in April of 2000. Neighborhood groups had been asking for a branch in the East Forest Park section of Springfield since the early 1950s. A former video store was creatively redecorated into a beautiful library branch located in a mini mall with free parking and is fully handicapped accessible.
BRANCH PROGRAMS:
Teen Advisory Board Forming at East Forest Park
First Monday of the Month, 3:30 - 4:30 pm
The Teen Advisory Board (or TAB) at the East Forest Park Branch Library is seeking teens that love the Library and want to help shape its teen services! TAB is a forum for teens ages 13 through high school who want to suggest materials that the Library should purchase for teens to check out, such as great books, music, and videos.
Upcoming TAB meetings will be held on the first Monday of each month from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the East Forest Park Branch Library.
An interest in serving others in the community and in participating in the meetings regularly is helpful. Potential TAB members fill out a simple registration form at their first meeting. Games may be played, refreshments are served, and everyone has fun! For more information, call Scott at 263-6836, or e-mail sjohnson@springfieldlibrary.org.
East Forest Park Branch Advisory Committee
Next Meeting: Tuesday, October 7, 6 pm
East Forest Park neighborhood residents, do you feel creative? Are you brimming with some program ideas? Are you interested in enhancing the library services at the East Forest Park Branch Library, or simply want to help get word out about the Library's services and programs? Come join us! This advisory group meets on the first Tuesday of the month at the East Forest Park Branch Library located at 122 Island Pond Road, Springfield, in the Rite Aid plaza. The next meeting will be on Tuesday, October 7, at 6 p.m. No meeting will be held in November and December's meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 9. For more information, call 263-6836.
Knit-Alongs!
Thursdays, 1 - 2:30 pm
First Meeting: October 9, 1 - 2:30 pm
Beginning and advanced knitters and crocheters are invited to share ideas and learn a new skill. Bring a knitting or crochet project you are currently working on. Complete beginner or clueless? Bring a ball of worsted wool yarn and a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook, or a pair of size 8 knitting needles and we will show you the basics. Projects for donating to area organizations will also be created.
Advance registration is not necessary; call the Branch at 263-6836 for more information.
Meeting Schedule:
October 9 & 23; November 13 & 20; December 11 & 18
NEW! East Forest Park Monday Afternoon Book Group
Meets first Monday of the month from 1:30-2:30 pm
Next Meeting: November 3
Book lovers are always looking for suggestions for the next great story to read. Join the new monthly book group at the East Forest Park Branch Library at 122 Island Pond Road, Springfield. The group will meet on the first Monday of each month from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m., with new members welcome anytime. Instead of picking just one book to discuss, this group will feature a variety of titles and genres at each meeting. Members will have a chance to share their thoughts on books they've recently read. It's said that word of mouth recommendations are the best, and members are sure to learn from each other about new authors and genres.
Special Discussion on November 3: China Road by Rob Gifford, as part of the City Thinks program
To join, or for more information, contact Scott at 413-263-6836, or by e-mail at sjohnson@SpringfieldLibrary.org .
East Forest Park Tuesday Evening Book Discussion Group:
The East Forest Park Book Discussion Group is a book group that meets from 6 - 7 pm on the last Tuesday of the month. We select a new book to discuss every month. Come join the discussion and meet others who also enjoy reading. New members are always welcome.
Next Meeting: October 28: The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein
Upcoming:
November 25: The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
December (date TBA): The Probable Future by Alice Hoffman.
Hi!Tech Help for Seniors
Half-hour sessions are available with trained volunteers who will help you get started with the wide world of computers! Please call the branch directly for an appointment. This service is intended for Beginners who need one-on-one help becoming more comfortable with the mouse, keyboard, and Windows desktop environment.
New! Our Forest Park/East Forest Park Omni Pages newsletter is now available online! Catch up on book reviews and upcoming events and programs!
COLLECTIONS include:
- Children's and adult books
- Fiction and non-fiction materials
- Feature films, children's videos, and documentaries
- CD-ROMS and cassette/book kits
- CDS and cassettes
SERVICES include:
- Reference: assists patrons in finding answers and/or materials
- Reader's Advisory: helps patrons of all ages find the right book
- PACS to access local and regional library catalogs
- Interlibrary and intralibrary loan service
- Access to databases with general, health and business information for adults and children
- Computer access: sign up at reference desk
- Word processing: 30 minute slots
- Internet: 30 minute slots
- Photocopy machine for public use
FOR CHILDREN:
- Drop-in craft, Tuesdays, 3:30 - 5 pm with Volunteer Joyce
- Children's programming
- Storytimes for young children
- School Vacation Week activities
- Summer reading program
- Library Visits: If you are interested in scheduling a school or preschool visit to the library, please call us at 263-6836
The East Forest Park Advisory Council needs your help!
Contact: Maeleah Gorman, Assistant Branch Manager for more information at 263-6836 or mgorman@springfieldlibrary.org.
Next Meeting: Tuesday, October 7, 6 pm
No meeting in November
December Meeting: Tuesday, December 9, 6 pm
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