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Mad Libs

Springfield Public Library’s weekly Virtual Teen Tuesdays continues this fall. Join other teens to play Mad Libs and fill in the blanks with zany laughter during this virtual program at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 6. Teens are invited to log into GoToMeeting and join the discussion. It’s free and for teens ages 12 and older.

Mad Libs is a tried and true road trip game, but also works well for virtual meetings. Because there are good websites for playing, teens can take the lead on asking for words, or just sit back, fill in the occasional blank, and enjoy the fun.

From regular virtual programming to homework help, from book club to volunteer opportunities, there’s still a lot for teens to do at Springfield Public Library. Follow us on Facebook, check out our online library calendar, or reach out to our Teen Services Librarian Cara Kinsey for more information.

Thanks to the Teen Advisory Board for helping choose our virtual program lineup!

What: Mad Libs

When: 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 6

Where: GoToMeeting

Additional Information: Cara Kinsey, 541.726.4653, ckinsey@springfield-or.gov

Virtual Family Storytime: What’s Up with the Weather?

Storytime comes to you in virtual meeting format! Springfield Public Library presents weekly, family storytimes by their Children’s Librarians. At 10 a.m., Wednesday, October 7 join Librarian Taylor for a storytime to talk about the weather. Books and activities are selected with preschool and early elementary ages in mind, but all are most welcome to join.

You will be able to see and hear, play along, sing and dance, all in the privacy of your home. You can choose to be on camera or not. You are encouraged to share your webcam to more fully participate in the fun, but it is not required. The session will not be recorded to preserve your privacy. All events are free and open to the public.

For more information, please visit our calendar at https://springfield-or.libcal.com/calendar/events/ or phone 541.726.3766 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

What: Virtual Family Storytime

When: 10 a.m., Wednesday, October 7

Where: Find the link in the events calendar at wheremindsgrow.org (Springfield Public Library, 225 5^th Street, Springfield OR 97477)

Additional Information: Taylor Worley, 541.726.2243, tworley@springfield-or.gov

Teen Book Club: Escape from Aleppo

The monthly Springfield Public Library Teen Book Club continues, now virtually! Teens are invited to log into GoToMeeting and join the discussion. Join other teens to talk about what you have been reading this summer at 4:30 p.m., Thursday, October 8. This event is free, for teens ages 12 and older.

This month’s book is Escape from Aleppo by N.H. Senzai. Publishers Weekly said, “Nadia’s family is forced to flee their home in Aleppo, Syria, when the Arab Spring sparks a civil war in this timely, “harrowing” coming-of-age novel from award-winning author N.H. Senzai.” You can pick up a copy ahead of time during curbside pickup hours from 1-3 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Teens are encouraged to participate whether or not they have picked up or read the book. We will also be sharing our love of books in general.

To find the link and for more information please visit our calendar at https://springfield-or.libcal.com/calendar/events/ or phone 541.726.3766 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

What: Virtual Teen book Club: Escape from Aleppo

When: 4:30 p.m., Thursday, October 8

Where: GoToMeeting

Additional Information: Cara Kinsey, 541.726.4653, ckinsey@springfield-or.gov

Everything is Virtually Awesome with the Springfield Public Library Virtual Lego Club

Are you or your child looking to share your Lego prowess with the public? Take part in a Springfield Public Library Virtual Lego Club! Each month the library hosts an online GoToMeeting where participants are set building challenges like one-minute builds, having to use a particular piece or only using one color of brick. “It’s a lot of fun,” said Librarian Mark Riddle. “We build, we share and show off our creations and have a chat about our favorite sets.” Upcoming dates are 3:30 p.m., October 10, 3:30 p.m., November 21 and 3:30 p.m., December 19.

For more information, please visit our calendar at https://springfield-or.libcal.com/calendar/events/ or phone 541.726.3766 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

All events are free and open to the community.

What: Virtual Lego Club at the Springfield Public Library

When: 3:30 p.m., Saturday, October 10

Where: Find the link in the event calendar at wheremindsgrow.org (Springfield Public Library, 225 5^th Street, Springfield OR 97477)

Additional Information: Mark Riddle, 541.726.2238, mriddle@springfield-or.gov

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