Community Calendar

Combine your love of books and coffee by crafting this charming bookmark. Toys provided for kids, with supervision by parents/caregivers.

Adults are invited to attend Gmail Basics from 10 a.m.-noon on Tuesday, Aug. 19, in the Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Computer Training Center, 397 E. Central St.

Learn how to create an email account using Gmail, create contacts and signatures, compose and reply to emails, organize your inbox and more.

For more information on this free program call 417-837-5011.

Take the first step toward a healthier home. Learn how shopping on a budget, cooking healthy recipes and incorporating daily exercise can help build lasting wellness. Registration opens July 22.

Adults are invited to attend Exploring Genealogy at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 20, in the Library Center Story Hour Room, 4653 S. Campbell Ave.

Archivists from the State Historical Society of Missouri's Springfield Research Center will introduce available resources for genealogical, local and historical research. Learn how to access the society's archives, including manuscripts, newspapers, photographs, art and editorial cartoons, and get tips for finding the best materials for your project. This program is sponsored by the Ozarks Genealogical Society.

For more information on this free program call 417-882-0714.

Conservatory of the Ozarks will host group Vocal Techniques classes with Ms. Heather Wednesday from 6-7 pm, June 4 – August 28.

Registration is required.

Maximize your harvest with simple methods to keep your garden growing well into fall and beyond.

Conservatory of the Ozarks will host group Artist Development classes with Ms. Heather Thursdays from 6-7 pm, June 5 – August 29.

Registration is required.

The Missouri River Bird Observatory, Stream Teams United, and the James River Basin Partnership will host a hands-on workshop about reducing plastic use and pollution in Missouri on August 23 at the Library Station.

Learn about the state of the plastics crisis, community outreach strategies, effective messaging through media, and empowering grassroots action.

Registration is required and lunch is provided.

This project is supported by Missouri Foundation for Health.

Step behind the scenes of 99x, the Springfield Art Museum’s signature fundraising event, with artist and Communications Specialist Nicole Chilton. Since its inception in 2016, 99x has transformed works from the Museum’s permanent collection into immersive, living art installations through fashion, performance, and bold creative expression. In this special Collection Connection workshop, Nicole shares a year-by-year retrospective of the event’s evolution—including her early involvement and process as a participating artist. In addition, get a sneak peek at this year’s featured artwork and think about how you would interpret it with a “tableau vivant.”

Registration is required.

An increasing number of people are becoming interested in archery for hunting and for recreational target shooting.

People who are interested in learning more about the basics of archery should sign up for the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) program “Learning Archery: Archery Beginner” on Aug. 24 at MDC’s Andy Dalton Range and Outdoor Education Center. This free program will be from 4-5:30 p.m. The Dalton Range is located at 4897 N. Greene County Farm Road 61. People can register for this program at:

https://mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/208246

At this program, MDC Assistant Outdoor Education Center Manager Steve Govero will cover the basics of archery. He will discuss bow nomenclature and shooting techniques. This program will feature both a classroom portion and an outside portion where participants will have a chance to test their bow-and-arrow skills on Dalton’s archery range. Archery equipment will be provided by the Dalton Range, but participants are welcome to bring their own equipment if they prefer. Though this program is free, registration is required to participate. Use the link above.

People can stay informed about upcoming programs at MDC’s Andy Dalton Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center and other MDC facilities by signing up for text alerts and e-mail bulletins. People who have questions about how to sign up for text alerts from the Dalton Range can call 417-742-4361.