How do I get a Springfield Town Library Card
Those who are 18 years and older should use this link: https://bit.ly/3frvWJy
Use this link to get your child a full-access card: https://forms.gle/Nr4DFdNKpTQYEyRb9
The following is some useful information that may help you during the COVID-19 Pandemic. We will add additional resources over time.
Note: All information was checked as of the time it was posted, but is subject to change. We will do our best to be as accurate as possible.
Please contact us if you see incorrect information.
Online Resources & eBooks, etc. for All Ages
Resources provided to cardholders by Springfield Town Library:
Libby/OverDrive - eBooks and downloadable audiobooks - Use this link https://gmlc.overdrive.com/
rbDigital eBooks, downloadable audiobooks and digital magazines - Use this link https://springfieldvt.rbdigital.com/
Access World News – More than 10,000 sources of information from world-wide newspapers, journals, magazines and transcripts of various television news shows. Use this link https://infoweb.newsbank.com/apps/news/easy-search?p=AWNB to access this resource.
Consumer Reports – the resource you know and trust for information. Use this link to gain entry: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,cpid&custid=s9220011&site=crcro&return=y
World Book Online – Three levels of online encyclopedia access. Access the resource using this link: https://www.worldbookonline.com/wb/products?ed=all&subacct=M8799
Resources provided by the Vermont Department of Libraries to All Public Libraries:
Universal Class - More than 500 online classes ranging in topics from writing skills, software programs (including Adobe and Microsoft programs), to science, html, and graphic design. There's something for everyone! Though classes are not for college credit, they are led by a real instructor with whom you can communicate by e-mail. Courses allow you to proceed at your own pace, working on assignments anytime, day or night. To access them, go to http://bit.ly/vtlib_uc and use your library card number to login and create an account.
Learning Express - Learning Express library is a deep and broad tool that has something for everyone! It covers elementary school homework help, prep for the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) exam, nursing and medical testing prep, job interview and resume writing, computer skills, SAT, LSAT, and GRE test prep, to interactive tools to help someone choose a career. It can help someone choose a pathway in life or provide the tools to get a better job. To access this resource create an account using this link
Vermont Online Library - Covering everything from newspaper articles to DIY car repair, the Vermont Online Library (VOL) can help with any topic. Available free to all Vermonters, VOL has options for all ages from elementary school through adult. You can even use it to read current articles from the NY Times, Washington Post, the Economist, and more. To access this resource
Use this link https://vtonlinelib.org/?loc=vol_sp8 . It will ask if you share your location; if not, login with your library card number or a password (contact library staff, if you need this information).
FREE ACCESS PROVIDED BY PUBLISHERS DURING THIS TIME
- Audible has opened up selected titles in its collection
https://stories.audible.com/start-listen
Vermont 211
Vermont 211 provides detailed descriptions of programs and services available to Vermonters that are provided by local community groups, social service and health-related agencies, government organizations, and others. Click here to access the resources online. Within Vermont, just dial 211 (or 1-866-652-4636), otherwise dial (802) 652-4636.
Town Government Information (Springfield, VT)
The town office is open to the public. For hours and more information click here.
- The Springfield Transfer Station will be keeping regular operating hours (as of 3/20/2020)
Monday 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Users of the Transfer Station are requested to remove bags and containers from their vehicles and place them on the platform. Persons requiring assistance should make that clear to the attendant while maintaining a social distance of at least six feet. The attendants will still be validating punch cards, but please minimize your social contact as they do so.
Punch cards can be obtained at a number of area convenience stores, or through the mail by sending a check in increments of $15 for each card, along with a self-addressed stamped envelope to the address above.
Please call the town office (802) 885-2104 if you have questions about further questions about the transfer station, renewing dog licenses, and more or visit https://springfieldvt.govoffice2.com/
- How to register your dog:
https://springfieldvt.govoffice2.com/index.asp?SEC=D01F077F-8DFC-4CB0-916D-786B923A1D06&DE=CD86EEEE-81E5-443E-9D7D-338FBC0BE72C - To register to vote: https://sos.vermont.gov/elections/voters/registration/
Schools and Meal Concerns for All
- School Food Service and Distribution: https://bit.ly/3a7MLX0
- Springfield District Provider Updates and Meeting list -http://bit.ly/2Ulwp6f
- PLEASE NOTE – There are several tabs on this spreadsheet:
- Planning Meetings – links to notes/schedules of all meetings related to addressing needs, including food/school meals via Hunger Council of Windham Region - http://bit.ly/2WvsHK2
- The Precision Valley Disaster COAD has created a mutual aid form on their website to begin to gather needs and offers of assistance - https://bit.ly/3993ojv
- Springfield Family Center: Check https://bit.ly/2UrSfW1 for updates. All community lunches will be prepped and handed out to go. Food Shelf procedure: Please call ahead to make an appointment at (802) 885-3646 for a food box. The food shelf is open Monday, Tuesday & Friday 9:00-11:30 and 12:30-2:30.
- Eat healthy with a little help from 3SquaresVT! 3SquaresVT can help you stretch your food budget so you can put three healthy meals on your table every day. https://dcf.vermont.gov/benefits/3SquaresVT
Child Care for Essential Workers
- Who are Essential Workers? https://bit.ly/3caQnZi
- Assistance regarding Vermont’s essential workers who need child care
There are Child Care Centers with spaces available in our area!- Local area child care providers for essential workers https://bit.ly/2VwvqRu
- The list of essential workers can be found here: https://vem.vermont.gov/essentialpersons
- Families can also call 2-1-1 ext. 6 or 1-877-705-9008 to speak to a childcare referral specialist.
- Essential workers who need help finding childcare should visit:
https://webportalapp.com/webform/essentialworkers or call 2-1-1 ext. 6 - Childcare programs with questions should call or email the Child Development Division: 800-649-2642 (option 3) or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Schools with questions should contact the Agency of Education: 802-828-1130
How to talk to Children about COVID 19
- For young children: The Ultimate Kids’ Guide to the New Coronavirus
http://bit.ly/2UkkdCN - How to Inform and Empower Children During COVID-19
https://bit.ly/3a5I5kf - How to talk with Kids about COVID-19
http://bit.ly/2Wv3u2C - AAP News: Experts Discuss COVID-19 impact on children and pregnancy
https://bit.ly/3a5VDMO
Activities for the Home-bound Children and Adults
- Michelle's Activity Ideas for Being Home with Children
https://drive.google.com/file/d/19uENuTP7RaAbGjSeGVs6etw63TgqcHCT/view - Resources for Children and Adults at Home
https://www.springfieldtownlibrary.org/resources/children-s-resources - May Calendar of Activities for School Age Children
School Age Calendar - May Calendar of Activities for Pre K Children
Pre-K Calendar - Vermont Art Online - explore and discover Vermont's museums and galleries from the comfort of your home.
https://www.vermontartonline.org/
Mental Health Resources for Adults
- Turning Point has recovery coaches available from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 802.885.4678 https://spfldturningpoint.squarespace.com/
- HCRS (Health Care and Rehabilitation Services)https://www.hcrs.org/ - 24-hour crisis hotline 1-800-622-4235
- AA Area 70 Vermont's 24-hour helpline (802) 885-8281
- Crisis Counselor Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/get-help/coronavirus Text HOME to 741741
Unemployment Insurance
- For Unemployment Insurance applications:
https://labor.vermont.gov/unemployment-insurance
Watch out for COVID-19 Scams - check the FTC website for more information:
https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/
Social Services
http://cjnvt.org/center/springfield-restorative-justice-center/
https://dcf.vermont.gov/benefits/crisis-fuel
885-6990
https://dcf.vermont.gov/
https://dcf.vermont.gov/ocs/services
https://www.seniorsolutionsvt.org/
https://www.sevca.org/
https://www.ssa.gov/
https://springfieldfamilycenter.com/
https://doc.vermont.gov/probation-and-parole-officeshttps://doc.vermont.gov/probation-and-parole-offices
https://www.wicprograms.org/ci/vt-springfield
https://doc.vermont.gov/
https://www.vtlegalaid.org/
https://vpta.net/medicaid/