Fulbright Springs

04/27/2026

Come on down to the Community Building and check out the produce!

04/15/2026

Our financial workshop series continues on Wednesday with our Budgeting 101 workshop. Come here financial advice from a professional at Guaranty Bank. Free parking along Boonville. See you Wednesday!

04/15/2026

Good things are going on with our neighbor!

Dickerson Park Zoo's Bear Boardwalk is now officially reopened, giving visitors a better look at the bears. See link below ⬇️

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04/15/2026

Ugh! You have got to get those taxes done today!

It’s National Tax Day! If you need free, trusted tax filing assistance, check out MyFreeTaxes.com for helpful resources.

04/15/2026

Reach out when you need help.

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04/15/2026

04/15/2026

Fun in the park!

04/15/2026

A once-in-a-lifetime event!

04/13/2026

04/13/2026

🎉 🇺🇸 The countdown is on for one of the most anticipated moments of the National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff Celebration: the Red, White & Bridge Bash, set to bring thousands to Commercial Street for a two-day celebration of music, community and the future reopening of the iconic Jefferson Avenue Footbridge.

The Red, White & Bridge Bash will take place 6–10 p.m. Friday, May 1 and 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, May 2, transforming C-Street into a vibrant festival space filled with live jazz, classic cars, local food and family-friendly entertainment set against the backdrop of one of Springfield’s most beloved landmarks, lated to reopen this summer.

The bash captures the spirit of Route 66, celebrates America’s 250th Birthday, while highlighting the unique character of Historic C-Street

🎉 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
• Live jazz and a variety of musical performances
• Classic car displays celebrating the golden era of Route 66
• Local food vendors, history exhibits and community booths
• A festive atmosphere honoring the Jefferson Avenue Footbridge’s upcoming reopening, with a light, sound and drone show around 8 p.m. Friday, May 1.

🚘 PARKING & TRANSPORTATION
Parking will be available in designated lots along Boonville Avenue, with free shuttle service provided by City Utilities Transit running to and from the event site. A detailed parking and shuttle map will be released ahead of the event.

🇺🇸 For a full schedule of activities and event details, visit Route66Kickoff.com/Bash

The Red, White & Bridge Bash is funded and presented by the Missouri Route 66 Centennial Commission as part of a multi-day celebration marking 100 years of America’s most iconic highway, born in Springfield in 1926.

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04/13/2026

This is a once-in-a-lifetime event!

04/13/2026

A great chance to step back in time to see Springfield from yesteryear!

Step back into the style and culture of the 1950s from 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, April 16, at the Library Center. Explore a collection of department store ads and vintage News-Leader photos.

Katy Jessee, an instructor in merchandising and fashion design at Missouri State University, will discuss the history and trends of 1950s fashion. Cap off the evening with a show-and-tell of your 1950s treasures. If you have something to share, email [email protected].

Visit thelibrary.org/oneread for a schedule of One Read events, including Kate Quinn’s April 23 author event at the Library Center.