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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Clapp Memorial Library is offering a Stress Reduction Awareness course. The eight-week introductory course starts on Thursday\, March 13 at 7 PM and runs every Thursday through May 1. 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/rFqoLh2NCX1QHSWB8. If 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. \nSessions will take place on the main library floor\, except for April 3 and May 1\, which will take place in the Activity Room.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mindfulness-meditation/2025-05-01/
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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SUMMARY:Creative Nature Photography
DESCRIPTION:Registration required\, click here to sign up. \nLearn how to capture beautiful images of nature in this series of photography workshops. Belchertown’s abundant natural resources offer limitless opportunities for creating amazing photos. Through these workshops\, you’ll gain an understanding of photography fundamentals\, and then go into the field to apply what you’ve learned. All levels of photographers are welcome\, as are all types of cameras (including smartphones). Attend one or all workshops. All sessions are free to attend. \nOpen to Adults & Teens! \nThe ViewFinder workshop series is sponsored by the Clapp Memorial Library and the Town of Belchertown’s Creative Economy Committee\, with support from the Belchertown Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. Additional funding is provided by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.  For more on ViewFinder\, visit https://clapplibrary.org/art-in-the-library/viewfinder/ \nIntroduction to Basic Photography on Saturday\, April 26 with Ed Comeau and Creative Nature Photography on Saturday\, May 3 with Mark Lindhult will meet at the Belchertown Recreation Department\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown. The Art of Smartphone Photography workshop on Saturday\, May 10 with Linda Repasky will meet at the Les and Terry Campbell Visitor Center at Quabbin Reservoir\, 100 Winsor Dam Road\, Belchertown \nViewFinder Workshop List – click here to sign up: \n\nSaturday\, April 26: Introduction to Basic Photography\, 9am-12pm\nSaturday\, May 3: Creative Nature Photography\, 9am-12pm\nSaturday\, May 10: The Art of Smartphone Photography: Nature and Landscape\, 9am-12pm
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/introduction-to-basic-photography-2/
LOCATION:Parks & Recreation\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Crafts,Lecture,Teen Events,Visual Art
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T160000
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Intro to Nature Photography for Kids at the School Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Program cancelled due to weather forecast and low registration \nLearn how to capture beautiful images of nature in these photography workshops. Come for a short presentation and then go outside to explore for hands-on photography. You will gain an understanding of photography fundamentals\, and then apply what you’ve learned. Attend one or both workshops.  If you attended the Lake Wallace program\, you are welcome to join us at 4 pm for the presentation or meet us at the School Gardens around 4:15 pm. \nGeared towards photographers 5 & up. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Dress for the weather. Bring a camera or smartphone or take turns borrowing one of the Library’s cameras. There will also be some phone microscope lenses to borrow that can be used with most smartphones. Holly Fields and Meru Causeway will be our instructors\, and Louise Levy and Jennifer Whitehead will help when we break up into groups. Come take a different look at the beautiful nature Belchertown has to offer. \nThe ViewFinder workshop series is sponsored by the Clapp Memorial Library and the Town of Belchertown’s Creative Economy Committee\, with support from the Belchertown Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. Additional funding is provided by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library. \nIntro to Nature Photography for Kids at Lake Wallace on Tuesday\, April 22 will meet at the Belchertown Recreation Department\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown. Intro to Nature Photography for Kids at the School Gardens on Saturday\, May 3 will meet at the Swift River Elementary pavilion\, 57 State Street\, Belchertown \nWorkshop List\nTuesday\, April 22: Intro to Nature Photography for Kids at Lake Wallace\, 9:30am-11am\nSaturday\, May 3: Intro to Nature Photography for Kids at the School Gardens\, 4pm-5:30pm
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/intro-to-nature-photography-for-kids-at-the-school-gardens/
LOCATION:Chestnut Hill Community School\, 59 State St\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Crafts,Visual Art
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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/2025-05-05/
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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SUMMARY:Learn Computer Basics!
DESCRIPTION:Learn Computer Basics at the Clapp Memorial Library! \nWe’re partnering with Tech Foundry to offer a series of computer basics classes and drop in tech-support on alternating Fridays starting on April 25th and running through June 20th. Computer Basics classes run from 12-1 in our Activity Room\, with Drop-In Tech Support available for everyone’s computer questions in the Main library from 1-2. \nSign up for all or just some of the classes by visiting the Circulation Desk or calling the library\, 413-323-0417 \nComputer Basics (4/25)\nThis beginner workshop helps you get comfortable with computers\, covering basic skills like using a mouse\, keyboard\, and navigating the internet. Gain the confidence to handle everyday tasks! \nInternet Basics (5/9)\nConquer the internet in this beginner-friendly workshop! Learn to use search engines\, browse websites\, and explore the online world with confidence—no prior experience needed. \nEmail Basics (5/23)\nConnect with friends and colleagues from across town or across the world. Learn the basics of using e-mail and use this powerful tool to your advantage. \n6/6: Online Safety & Avoiding Misinformation\nThis workshop teaches online safety basics\, including creating strong passwords\, securing information\, and avoiding scams. Learn how to protect your privacy and navigate the web safely\, as well as learn how to spot red flags\, fact-check\, and navigate the web confidently\, becoming a savvy and critical consumer of online information. \n6/20: Social Media Basics\nThis beginner workshop covers using Facebook\, Instagram\, and Messenger to connect\, share posts\, and manage privacy—no experience needed. \n 
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/learn-computer-basics/2025-05-09/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tegan M":MAILTO:tmannino@cwmars.org
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Tech Support
DESCRIPTION:We’re partnering with Tech Foundry to offer drop-in tech support on alternating Fridays starting April 25th through June 20th! \nBring in your computer questions and quandaries\, and let the troubleshooting begin.  Find our Tech Foundry expert on the main floor of the library from 1-2PM\, no appointment needed.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/drop-in-tech-support/2025-05-09/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons
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SUMMARY:The Art of Smartphone Photography: Nature and Landscape
DESCRIPTION:Registration required\, click here to sign up. \nAnyone can take a snapshot with a smartphone\, but what does it take to create photos that are worthy of hanging on your walls? Learn how to elevate your smartphone photos from meh to stunning with a Clapp Memorial Library program on Saturday\, May 10th from 9am-noon at the Les and Terry Campbell Visitor Center at Quabbin Reservoir. We’ll cover smartphone camera basics\, as well as tips for creating compelling images. Learn how to find interesting scenes and subjects that can lead to breathtakingly beautiful photos\, with many examples that can provide ideas and inspiration. A Department of Conservation and Recreation staff member will be on hand to discuss the wide range of wildlife and natural resources at Quabbin Reservoir. We’ll finish by heading outdoors to try out some of the ideas covered during the workshop. What you’ll need: just bring your smartphone. Instructor: Linda Repasky \nOpen to Adults & Teens! \nLocation: Les and Terry Campbell Visitor Center at Quabbin Reservoir\, 100 Winsor Dam Road\, Belchertown\, MA \nThe ViewFinder workshop series is sponsored by the Clapp Memorial Library and the Town of Belchertown’s Creative Economy Committee\, with support from the Belchertown Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. Additional funding is provided by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.  For more on ViewFinder\, visit https://clapplibrary.org/art-in-the-library/viewfinder/ \nViewFinder Workshop List – click here to sign up: \n\nSaturday\, April 26: Introduction to Basic Photography\, 9am-12pm\nSaturday\, May 3: Creative Nature Photography\, 9am-12pm\nSaturday\, May 10: The Art of Smartphone Photography: Nature and Landscape\, 9am-12pm\n\nBio: Linda Repasky is a Belchertown resident who enjoys capturing the beauty of local natural resources with her iPhone. She particularly enjoys exploring around the Quabbin Reservoir\, as well as pursuing macro photography to capture the tiny details in nature that are so easy to overlook. Her iPhone photos have received recognition in numerous international photography competitions. Her iPhone photos can be seen at: https://www.instagram.com/lindarepaskyphotography/
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/the-art-of-smartphone-photography-nature-and-landscape/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Crafts,Lecture,Teen Events,Visual Art
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T200000
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SUMMARY:Wonder Women\, Super Girls\, and Villainous Vixens
DESCRIPTION:There’s been a lot of attention paid to female comics fans in the last few years\, but the truth is women have always been part of superhero storytelling. We’ll explore the importance of female heroes and the women who brought them to life in the larger history of American superhero comics. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/wonder-women-super-girls-and-villainous-vixens/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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SUMMARY:Learn Computer Basics!
DESCRIPTION:Learn Computer Basics at the Clapp Memorial Library! \nWe’re partnering with Tech Foundry to offer a series of computer basics classes and drop in tech-support on alternating Fridays starting on April 25th and running through June 20th. Computer Basics classes run from 12-1 in our Activity Room\, with Drop-In Tech Support available for everyone’s computer questions in the Main library from 1-2. \nSign up for all or just some of the classes by visiting the Circulation Desk or calling the library\, 413-323-0417 \nComputer Basics (4/25)\nThis beginner workshop helps you get comfortable with computers\, covering basic skills like using a mouse\, keyboard\, and navigating the internet. Gain the confidence to handle everyday tasks! \nInternet Basics (5/9)\nConquer the internet in this beginner-friendly workshop! Learn to use search engines\, browse websites\, and explore the online world with confidence—no prior experience needed. \nEmail Basics (5/23)\nConnect with friends and colleagues from across town or across the world. Learn the basics of using e-mail and use this powerful tool to your advantage. \n6/6: Online Safety & Avoiding Misinformation\nThis workshop teaches online safety basics\, including creating strong passwords\, securing information\, and avoiding scams. Learn how to protect your privacy and navigate the web safely\, as well as learn how to spot red flags\, fact-check\, and navigate the web confidently\, becoming a savvy and critical consumer of online information. \n6/20: Social Media Basics\nThis beginner workshop covers using Facebook\, Instagram\, and Messenger to connect\, share posts\, and manage privacy—no experience needed. \n 
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/learn-computer-basics/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Tech Support
DESCRIPTION:We’re partnering with Tech Foundry to offer drop-in tech support on alternating Fridays starting April 25th through June 20th! \nBring in your computer questions and quandaries\, and let the troubleshooting begin.  Find our Tech Foundry expert on the main floor of the library from 1-2PM\, no appointment needed.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/drop-in-tech-support/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons
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