SPRINGFIELD – Starting July 6, the Springfield Public Library will adjust its hours, opening Tuesday through Saturday and closed on Mondays. This change is part of a comprehensive long-term plan by the City of Springfield to align library services with available resources in response to a $310,000 budget cut.
Many library programs and services will continue, including:
- Storytime and early literacy programs
- Summer Reading Challenge for babies, kids, teens, and adults
- Multicultural Plaza programming
- Monthly book groups, including Willamalibrary Book Group and Grupo de Lectura, a Spanish-language book group
- Drop-in tech help on Fridays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
- Dedicated teen space, resources, games, and access to library services
- Access to books, digital resources, and library collections
- Public computer access
- Staff support and reader assistance
Starting July 6, Springfield Public Library hours will be:
- Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Thursday: Noon to 5 p.m.
- Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Saturday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The 2026 Summer Reading Challenge runs through August 22. Summer Reading is free and open to all ages, including babies, kids, teens, and adults.
No library card is needed to participate.
