Attending a campaign event can feel overwhelming. There may be a request for a donation or an expectation to identify yourself right away with a particular candidate, but you still want to know who you’re voting for and make a well-informed decision at the polls. Springfield City (Mass.) Library (SCL) offers a simple way to bypass awkward or intense situations: Just walk in! Through its “Meet & Greet Candidates for Mayor and City Council” program, SCL creates a space where residents can meet candidates, ask questions and learn about the people seeking to represent them without the pressure that can accompany a traditional campaign event.