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SUMMARY:Peregrine Road
DESCRIPTION:Join the Clapp Memorial Library on Friday\, August 1st at 7pm for a performance by the musical duo\, Peregrine Road. The concert will take place at the Belchertown United Church of Christ at 20 Park St\, where the library’s 1877 Steinway grand piano is housed\, and features Karen Axelrod on piano & accordion and Rachel Bell on accordion. Peregrine Road plays captivating acoustic music that blends chamber music with folk music from Celtic\, Appalachian\, Quebecois\, and other traditions. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library. \nCelebrate Summer Reading with us!  Sign up at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/peregrine-road/
LOCATION:Belchertown United Church of Christ\, ​18 Park Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Concerts & Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T200000
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SUMMARY:Ukulele Play Along (Virtual Event)
DESCRIPTION:Strum along with the Ukulele Play Along on the first Monday every month! \nGrab your ukulele and play along – because playing your ukulele is more fun when you do it with others. We’ll be focusing on 3 and 4 chord songs\, with lyrics and chords provided on screen. Participants will be muted\, so don’t worry about how you sound! \nTo join\, email Julie Stepanek (julie@musicjulie.com) for the Zoom link and to receive the songs for the program. Don’t have a Ukulele? Don’t worry – you can borrow one from us!
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/ukulele-play-along-virtual-event/2025-08-04/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Concerts & Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T180000
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SUMMARY:Oriole Needle Felting
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, August 5\, 3-6pm \nCome explore the exciting world of needle felting in this intergenerational program to be enjoyed by teens and adults! Learn and practice new skills while making a cute bird ornament! Join fiber artist\, Tracy Kochanski\, as she helps you develop your needle felting skills. In this workshop you’ll learn how to choose wool\, use proper needle technique and how to sculpt and attach basic shapes to create the various elements of the bird. Explore form\, texture\, and detail in a relaxed atmosphere while working with an array of wool. All materials and tools will be provided. All experience levels are welcome. \nRegistration & confirmation required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/HExU7jULKMw1cvE97 \nDue to the high popularity of Program and limited capacity\, seats will be filled by lottery drawn from all registrants signed up by July 25. Priority will be given to teen/adult pairs. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library. \nCelebrate Summer Reading with us! Sign up at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/oriole-needle-felting/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Crafts,Teen Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T200000
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SUMMARY:RPG Night - Lost Mountain Saga
DESCRIPTION:Break out your dice and join us for a monthly game! \nOur current RPG campaign\, Vaesen: The Lost Mountain Saga & Other Tales\, is a dark Gothic setting steeped in Nordic folklore and the old myths of Scandinavia! Dive into mysteries where old struggles against the new\, and myths come alive. \nPlayers can expect to encounter ancient mysteries\, old Nordic folk tales\, social intrigue\, and unspeakable horrors lurking in every shadow as they travel across the North and slowly uncover the truth. \nOur RPG campaigns meet monthly on the 2nd Tuesday from 6-8PM.\nSpace is limited! Email tmannino@cwmars.org to ask about seats at the table\, future campaigns\, or other any questions. \nPrevious campaigns have included Spelljammer (Dungeons & Dragons) and Ghostbusters: a Frightfully Cheerful Roleplaying Game! \nProgram is for adults 18+\, our Teen RPG programs are listed separately.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/rpg-night-lost-mountain-saga/2025-08-12/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Games
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T180000
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SUMMARY:Plant Swap
DESCRIPTION:Bring a plant (or not!) to the library and swap it for a new one. Program takes place on the library lawn. Monthly on the third Tuesday of the month from May to September. \nThis program is funded by the Belchertown & Around Plant Swap
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/plant-swap/2025-08-19/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event,Teen Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T160537Z
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SUMMARY:Ukulele Play Along (Virtual Event)
DESCRIPTION:Strum along with the Ukulele Play Along on the first Monday every month! \nGrab your ukulele and play along – because playing your ukulele is more fun when you do it with others. We’ll be focusing on 3 and 4 chord songs\, with lyrics and chords provided on screen. Participants will be muted\, so don’t worry about how you sound! \nTo join\, email Julie Stepanek (julie@musicjulie.com) for the Zoom link and to receive the songs for the program. Don’t have a Ukulele? Don’t worry – you can borrow one from us!
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/ukulele-play-along-virtual-event/2025-09-01/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Concerts & Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250117T205028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T141200Z
UID:10004329-1757440800-1757448000@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:RPG Night - Lost Mountain Saga
DESCRIPTION:Break out your dice and join us for a monthly game! \nOur current RPG campaign\, Vaesen: The Lost Mountain Saga & Other Tales\, is a dark Gothic setting steeped in Nordic folklore and the old myths of Scandinavia! Dive into mysteries where old struggles against the new\, and myths come alive. \nPlayers can expect to encounter ancient mysteries\, old Nordic folk tales\, social intrigue\, and unspeakable horrors lurking in every shadow as they travel across the North and slowly uncover the truth. \nOur RPG campaigns meet monthly on the 2nd Tuesday from 6-8PM.\nSpace is limited! Email tmannino@cwmars.org to ask about seats at the table\, future campaigns\, or other any questions. \nPrevious campaigns have included Spelljammer (Dungeons & Dragons) and Ghostbusters: a Frightfully Cheerful Roleplaying Game! \nProgram is for adults 18+\, our Teen RPG programs are listed separately.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/rpg-night-lost-mountain-saga/2025-09-09/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Games
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T175848Z
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SUMMARY:Genealogy Basics
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of effective family research with Dave Robinson of Old Bones Genealogy of New England. Dave will introduce research strategies and best practices when exploring records and documents on ancestry.com\, familysearch.org\, and others. There will be a Q&A session at the end of the program. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/genealogy-basics/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250729T191110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T153400Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Whodunnits
DESCRIPTION:Our Mystery Book Group is held on the second Wednesday of each month at 2:00 p.m.  Join us as we discuss a different mystery novel each month.  Copies of the current month’s pick available at the library.  Email mmarszalek@cwmars.org with any questions.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mystery-bookclub/2025-09-10/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Book Discussion Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250729T184942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T184943Z
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SUMMARY:Cookbook Club (Sep 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September 12\, 6:30pm \nDo you like browsing cookbooks and trying new recipes? In the Cookbook Club\, we each make a recipe from a cookbook and bring it for everyone to try. Taste\, enjoy\, and chat with your new cookbook friends! \nThis month’s book is The Ikaria way by Diane Kochilas. Please register and choose a recipe by September 5.\nSign up here: https://forms.gle/mPiAFca8fDv8Riov6 \nRegistration & confirmation required. Program limited to 12 participants
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/cookbook-club-sep-2025/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Book Discussion Groups,Crafts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250722T183237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T183829Z
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SUMMARY:Literary Monsters
DESCRIPTION:A unique perspective on the works of Edgar Allen Poe\, Mary Shelley\, Washington Irving\, Emily Dickinson and others is coming to the Clapp Memorial Library through the marriage of original music\, shadow puppetry and cinematography and special effects.\nThe group\, known as Shadow\, Sound\, Spectacle\, will be performing Literary Monsters on Saturday\, September 13 at 4pm. The performance is a collaborative project of different pieces led by Northampton-based singer-songwriter Jess Martin\, Boston puppeteer Amy West and musician/visual artist Abby Hanna\, who is also Northampton-based. The production seeks to reimagine iconic gothic figures like Frankenstein’s creature\, Poe’s raven and the Headless Horseman\, as symbols of resistance\, transformation and queer identity. The event is free and open to the public. This program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/shadow-sound-spectacle/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Concerts & Music,Film,Visual Art
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250811T154204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T185801Z
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SUMMARY:Ladies of the ‘70s with Laura Hicks
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy the sweet voices of lady singers such as Linda Ronstadt\, Judy Collins\, Joni Mitchell or Barbara Streisand? Would you like to learn a little more about these singers and listen to some of their songs? If so\, then Ladies of the ‘70s with Laura Hicks is the event for you. Join us at the Clapp Memorial Library on Monday\, September 15 at 7pm. \nLaura Hicks is a local professional singer who enjoys delving into the lives of these ‘70s icons (the voices of her youth). In her 1 hour presentation sponsored by the Belchertown Cultural Council\, Laura will lead you through a musical journey punctuated by educational information pertaining to 13 women who left their musical mark. She will then perform one song from each of the artists. Singing along is encouraged!! \nThis program is funded in part by a grant from the Belchertown Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/ladies-of-the-70s-with-laura-hicks/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T184652Z
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SUMMARY:Plant Swap
DESCRIPTION:Bring a plant (or not!) to the library and swap it for a new one. Program takes place on the library lawn. Monthly on the third Tuesday of the month from May to September. \nThis program is funded by the Belchertown & Around Plant Swap
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/plant-swap/2025-09-16/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event,Teen Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250725T171659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T134406Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Saving: the Why & How
DESCRIPTION:No matter your level of gardening\, saving seeds is easy. Some people save seeds to save money\, while others selectively save seeds from favorite varieties to further a particular trait. Come learn some simple seed saving basics as well as resources to further your knowledge. \nPaulina Borrego\, Wrangler of the Mass Aggie Seed Library at UMass Amherst.  Sponsored by the UMass Seed Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/seed-saving-the-why-how/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250828T185106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T185106Z
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SUMMARY:Handwriting the Constitution
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, September 23 from 6:30-8:30pm\, the Clapp Memorial Library will be hosting Handwriting the Constitution as a culminating event for Constitution Week. The library will provide copies of the Constitution to participants and a variety of paper\, pens\, and other art supplies will be available for people to use. Handwriting the Constitution is a social art project begun in 2017 by artist Morgan O’Hara. It invites people from all walks of life to meet in public spaces to handwrite the US Constitution or other documents written to protect human rights and freedoms. This art practice was created so that people will know their rights\, deepen their understanding of laws created to protect these rights\, and to help resist negative thinking. To date approximately 2000 people have participated\, both nationally and internationally.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/handwriting-the-constitution/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T201500
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation for Stress Reduction
DESCRIPTION:Clapp Memorial Library is offering a Stress Reduction Awareness course. The eight-week introductory course starts on Thursday\, September 25 at 7 PM and runs every Thursday through November 20 (excluding October 16). The course is designed to teach and practice mindfulness-based skills. Mindfulness meditation skills teach us to be fully present in the moment and\, when practiced regularly\, help decrease stress levels and improve general well-being and health. Skills covered in the course are gentle and free of judgment. Because each session of this course builds on the previous week\, we ask that you register only if you are able to attend all sessions. \nRegistration required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/EBkKApvgPQ899tpo9\nIf you have any questions please email clapp@cwmars.org \nThis course will be taught by Magda Bechar\, a retired nursing professor who has taught mindfulness meditation skills to many groups\, including at the Clapp Memorial Library\, for many years.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mindfulness-meditation-for-stress-reduction-2/2025-09-25/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T201500
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250725T173844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T173845Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation for Stress Reduction
DESCRIPTION:Clapp Memorial Library is offering a Stress Reduction Awareness course. The eight-week introductory course starts on Thursday\, September 25 at 7 PM and runs every Thursday through November 20 (excluding October 16). The course is designed to teach and practice mindfulness-based skills. Mindfulness meditation skills teach us to be fully present in the moment and\, when practiced regularly\, help decrease stress levels and improve general well-being and health. Skills covered in the course are gentle and free of judgment. Because each session of this course builds on the previous week\, we ask that you register only if you are able to attend all sessions. \nRegistration required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/EBkKApvgPQ899tpo9\nIf you have any questions please email clapp@cwmars.org \nThis course will be taught by Magda Bechar\, a retired nursing professor who has taught mindfulness meditation skills to many groups\, including at the Clapp Memorial Library\, for many years.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mindfulness-meditation-for-stress-reduction-2/2025-10-02/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T150000
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SUMMARY:Keir White - Love Songs
DESCRIPTION:Join local vocalist\, Keir White\, for a special program of love songs and standards from artists such as Billy Joel\, Josh Groban\, Nat King Cole\, and Elton John. Keir enjoys singing and sharing uplifting and inspirational music. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/keir-white-love-songs/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Concerts & Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20230714T143623Z
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SUMMARY:Ukulele Play Along (Virtual Event)
DESCRIPTION:Strum along with the Ukulele Play Along on the first Monday every month! \nGrab your ukulele and play along – because playing your ukulele is more fun when you do it with others. We’ll be focusing on 3 and 4 chord songs\, with lyrics and chords provided on screen. Participants will be muted\, so don’t worry about how you sound! \nTo join\, email Julie Stepanek (julie@musicjulie.com) for the Zoom link and to receive the songs for the program. Don’t have a Ukulele? Don’t worry – you can borrow one from us!
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/ukulele-play-along-virtual-event/2025-10-06/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Concerts & Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250729T191110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T153400Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Whodunnits
DESCRIPTION:Our Mystery Book Group is held on the second Wednesday of each month at 2:00 p.m.  Join us as we discuss a different mystery novel each month.  Copies of the current month’s pick available at the library.  Email mmarszalek@cwmars.org with any questions.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mystery-bookclub/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Book Discussion Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T201500
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250725T173844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T173845Z
UID:10004336-1760036400-1760040900@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation for Stress Reduction
DESCRIPTION:Clapp Memorial Library is offering a Stress Reduction Awareness course. The eight-week introductory course starts on Thursday\, September 25 at 7 PM and runs every Thursday through November 20 (excluding October 16). The course is designed to teach and practice mindfulness-based skills. Mindfulness meditation skills teach us to be fully present in the moment and\, when practiced regularly\, help decrease stress levels and improve general well-being and health. Skills covered in the course are gentle and free of judgment. Because each session of this course builds on the previous week\, we ask that you register only if you are able to attend all sessions. \nRegistration required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/EBkKApvgPQ899tpo9\nIf you have any questions please email clapp@cwmars.org \nThis course will be taught by Magda Bechar\, a retired nursing professor who has taught mindfulness meditation skills to many groups\, including at the Clapp Memorial Library\, for many years.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mindfulness-meditation-for-stress-reduction-2/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2761978;-72.3998528
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250725T174227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T174228Z
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SUMMARY:The Flood: a One-Person Play by Jason Mellin
DESCRIPTION:Part of Quabbin Days \nJoin the Clapp Memorial Library on Friday\, October 10th at 7pm when award-winning storyteller Jason Mellin presents “The Flood\,” a one-person play blending personal narrative with historical reflection. Mellin\, a director\, poet\, and performer\, pulls from his own experience with bipolar disorder to connect the remarkable story of the drowned towns of Quabbin to his and our own experiences of learning how to survive when your world is falling apart. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/the-flood-a-one-person-play-by-jason-mellin/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2761978;-72.3998528
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250117T205028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T141200Z
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SUMMARY:RPG Night - Lost Mountain Saga
DESCRIPTION:Break out your dice and join us for a monthly game! \nOur current RPG campaign\, Vaesen: The Lost Mountain Saga & Other Tales\, is a dark Gothic setting steeped in Nordic folklore and the old myths of Scandinavia! Dive into mysteries where old struggles against the new\, and myths come alive. \nPlayers can expect to encounter ancient mysteries\, old Nordic folk tales\, social intrigue\, and unspeakable horrors lurking in every shadow as they travel across the North and slowly uncover the truth. \nOur RPG campaigns meet monthly on the 2nd Tuesday from 6-8PM.\nSpace is limited! Email tmannino@cwmars.org to ask about seats at the table\, future campaigns\, or other any questions. \nPrevious campaigns have included Spelljammer (Dungeons & Dragons) and Ghostbusters: a Frightfully Cheerful Roleplaying Game! \nProgram is for adults 18+\, our Teen RPG programs are listed separately.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/rpg-night-lost-mountain-saga/2025-10-14/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Games
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T201500
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250725T173844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T173845Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation for Stress Reduction
DESCRIPTION:Clapp Memorial Library is offering a Stress Reduction Awareness course. The eight-week introductory course starts on Thursday\, September 25 at 7 PM and runs every Thursday through November 20 (excluding October 16). The course is designed to teach and practice mindfulness-based skills. Mindfulness meditation skills teach us to be fully present in the moment and\, when practiced regularly\, help decrease stress levels and improve general well-being and health. Skills covered in the course are gentle and free of judgment. Because each session of this course builds on the previous week\, we ask that you register only if you are able to attend all sessions. \nRegistration required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/EBkKApvgPQ899tpo9\nIf you have any questions please email clapp@cwmars.org \nThis course will be taught by Magda Bechar\, a retired nursing professor who has taught mindfulness meditation skills to many groups\, including at the Clapp Memorial Library\, for many years.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mindfulness-meditation-for-stress-reduction-2/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250811T150635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T150635Z
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SUMMARY:Gravestone Girls
DESCRIPTION:“Welcome to the Graveyard!” is a 90 minute in-person ‘virtual tour’ chronicling cemetery art\, history and symbolism. From colonial New England burial grounds of the 16 & 1700s\, through the nation-wide rural cemetery movement of the 19th century and into 21st century locations\, the program examines why we have cemeteries and gravestones\, why they look like they do and how styles and art have evolved over almost 400 years. The presentation is robust with photographs of original gravestones and burial grounds from cemeteries visited by Gravestone Girls over many years\, including plenty of content from Belchertown’s local haunts! \nAbout:\nGravestone Girls create replicas of old New England tombstones in the form of wall hangings\, magnets\, coasters\, mirrors\, tombstone chocolate and more! Cast directly from originals still on cemetery landscapes\, their art is a piece of history in your hand! “Keeping Our Dead Alive” through lectures\, tours\, classes and art\, they work nationwide\, raising cemetery awareness and teaching citizens the history buried under their feet. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/gravestone-girls/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T201500
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T173845Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation for Stress Reduction
DESCRIPTION:Clapp Memorial Library is offering a Stress Reduction Awareness course. The eight-week introductory course starts on Thursday\, September 25 at 7 PM and runs every Thursday through November 20 (excluding October 16). The course is designed to teach and practice mindfulness-based skills. Mindfulness meditation skills teach us to be fully present in the moment and\, when practiced regularly\, help decrease stress levels and improve general well-being and health. Skills covered in the course are gentle and free of judgment. Because each session of this course builds on the previous week\, we ask that you register only if you are able to attend all sessions. \nRegistration required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/EBkKApvgPQ899tpo9\nIf you have any questions please email clapp@cwmars.org \nThis course will be taught by Magda Bechar\, a retired nursing professor who has taught mindfulness meditation skills to many groups\, including at the Clapp Memorial Library\, for many years.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mindfulness-meditation-for-stress-reduction-2/2025-10-30/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250918T170135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T140008Z
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SUMMARY:In Defiance Book Talk
DESCRIPTION:Authors Tom Weiner and Dr. Amilcar Shabazz will be at the Clapp Memorial Library on Monday\, November 3 at 6:30pm to present on their new book\, In Defiance: 20 Abolitionists You Were Never Taught in School (April 2025\, Interlink Publishing). In Defiance uncovers the stories of individuals who risked their lives to fight enslavement\, serving as a compelling call for justice and the preservation of history. This book brings to light the often-suppressed stories of 20 Black and white men and women – their courage\, activism\, and unwavering commitment to freedom. \nAmid ongoing efforts to erase history\, these stories serve as a powerful corrective—meant to challenge\, inspire\, and ignite action. Co-authored by Tom Weiner\, a Northampton-based writer\, educator\, and anti-racist activist\, and Dr. Amilcar Shabazz\, professor and former president of the National Council for Black Studies\, the book weaves their perspectives into the narrative\, emphasizing the importance of learning from the past. For fans of The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander and The Color of Abolition by Linda Hirshman\, In Defiance is both a testament to those who fought for justice and an inspiration for those who continue the struggle today. \nIf you would like to place a hold for In Defiance to read on your own\, you can ask the circulation desk or visit the catalog here.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/in-defiance-book-talk/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20230714T143623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T160537Z
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SUMMARY:Ukulele Play Along (Virtual Event)
DESCRIPTION:Strum along with the Ukulele Play Along on the first Monday every month! \nGrab your ukulele and play along – because playing your ukulele is more fun when you do it with others. We’ll be focusing on 3 and 4 chord songs\, with lyrics and chords provided on screen. Participants will be muted\, so don’t worry about how you sound! \nTo join\, email Julie Stepanek (julie@musicjulie.com) for the Zoom link and to receive the songs for the program. Don’t have a Ukulele? Don’t worry – you can borrow one from us!
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/ukulele-play-along-virtual-event/2025-11-03/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Concerts & Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250904T193718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T193718Z
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SUMMARY:Tea and Haiku
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join Denise Fontaine-Pincince on Tuesday\, November 4 at 7pm for a reading of her new haiku anthology\, tea ─ all the time it takes. Available on Amazon\, the collection includes tea haiku from more than a hundred poets from 13 countries. The event begins with a brief reading followed by an open mic. The public is welcome to bring a poem of any topic to share. Open Mic readers may sign-up to read between 6:30- 7:00 pm\, just prior to the event. Tea and cookies will be served.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/tea-and-haiku/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T201500
DTSTAMP:20260404T191613
CREATED:20250725T173844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T173845Z
UID:10004339-1762455600-1762460100@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation for Stress Reduction
DESCRIPTION:Clapp Memorial Library is offering a Stress Reduction Awareness course. The eight-week introductory course starts on Thursday\, September 25 at 7 PM and runs every Thursday through November 20 (excluding October 16). The course is designed to teach and practice mindfulness-based skills. Mindfulness meditation skills teach us to be fully present in the moment and\, when practiced regularly\, help decrease stress levels and improve general well-being and health. Skills covered in the course are gentle and free of judgment. Because each session of this course builds on the previous week\, we ask that you register only if you are able to attend all sessions. \nRegistration required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/EBkKApvgPQ899tpo9\nIf you have any questions please email clapp@cwmars.org \nThis course will be taught by Magda Bechar\, a retired nursing professor who has taught mindfulness meditation skills to many groups\, including at the Clapp Memorial Library\, for many years.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mindfulness-meditation-for-stress-reduction-2/2025-11-06/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons
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