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SUMMARY:The Rescue of Angeline Palmer
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, July 8th at 6:30pm\, come to the Clapp Memorial Library for a presentation by Cliff McCarthy\, Stone House Museum archivist and author/editor of several books on Belchertown’s history. “The Rescue of Angeline Palmer” is the true story of a free-born\, African American girl who was nearly kidnapped and sold into slavery in the pre-Civil War South. Orphaned at a young age and declared a ward of the town of Amherst\, Angeline Palmer was “bound out” to work in the home of the family of Mason and Susanna (Dwight) Shaw of Belchertown. Only the desperate actions of three heroic Black men kept Angeline from bondage.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/the-rescue-of-angeline-palmer/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T180000
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SUMMARY:Gross\, Cool\, Weird Science
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 6PM on July 17th at the Town Hall Auditorium for Gross\, Weird\, Cool Science – Things to make you go “EW!” “What?!” and “WOW!!!” \nThe world is full of gruesomely gross\, wildly weird and incredibly cool things. Animals\, insects\, microbes\, plants\, even the earth itself is full of unbelievable wonders waiting to be explored. In this program we uncover incredible things like… \n\nreal world zombies\nfish that can climb trees\na creature that can grow a whole new body out of it’s head\nan animal that can come back to life after being frozen solid\na worm with more butts than any other animal\nthe world’s most indestructible creature\npink lakes\n\nLife on earth is endlessly fascinating and this program is designed to spark curiosity to discover more\, and never stop discovering! Packed full of amazing examples of grossness\, weirdness and coolness\, this is a fast paced\, fact filled program\, with the same trademark blend of science and silliness as The Poop Museum! \nThis event is part of our Summer Reading Program and attending is worth a Kids SRP Raffle Ticket! Make sure to sign your child up for Summer Reading at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app. \nMade possible by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library and our Community Sponsors
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/gross-cool-weird-science/
LOCATION:Lawrence Memorial Hall (Town Hall) Auditorium\, Belchertown\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185526
CREATED:20240523T174322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T174323Z
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SUMMARY:Dr. Rosie
DESCRIPTION:July 18th\, 2PM \nMeet the author and illustrator of Dr. Rosie Helps the Animals\, an award-winning STEM picture book based on and informed by real-world veterinarians. Jennifer\, the author\, and Rozillia\, the illustrator\, will first tell the story behind the story of Dr. Rosie and then engage kids in an interactive reading. \nFollowing the reading will be a hands-on activity where kids (and their grownups) diagnose and treat a stuffy. Each participant will receive a mini vet kit and diagnostic/treatment sheet to take home. \nRegistration and confirmation required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/a11gu7gDjzz7c12a9 \nThis event is part of our Summer Reading Program and attending is worth a Kids SRP Raffle Ticket! Make sure to sign your child up for Summer Reading at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/dr-rosie/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T100000
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SUMMARY:Critters of Lake Wallace
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, July 27 to investigate fascinating creatures and critters in Lake Wallace. Join local biologists and parents Caralyn Zehnder and Will Duncan as we learn about the life cycles of aquatic invertebrates like dragonflies and damselflies and sample the lake to see what we can find. Geared towards ages 4 years and up. \n9AM PROGRAM IS FULL.  10:30AM SESSION ADDED\nRegistration is required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/QCQrMQTv3ZqtUaLL6 \nWe will meet at the end of the ball fields. Play clothes and bug spray are highly suggested. The 9am program has filled up\, we are offering a second program at 10:30am. \nAny questions\, call the Clapp Memorial Library at 413-323-0417
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/critters-of-lake-wallace-3/
LOCATION:Foley Field\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T113000
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CREATED:20240726T182516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T182623Z
UID:10003207-1722076200-1722079800@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Critters of Lake Wallace
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, July 27 to investigate fascinating creatures and critters in Lake Wallace. Join local biologists and parents Caralyn Zehnder and Will Duncan as we learn about the life cycles of aquatic invertebrates like dragonflies and damselflies and sample the lake to see what we can find. Geared towards ages 4 years and up. \nRegistration is required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/QCQrMQTv3ZqtUaLL6 \nWe will meet at the end of the ball fields. Play clothes and bug spray are highly suggested. Our 9am program is full\, join us for the 10:30am program! \nAny questions\, call the Clapp Memorial Library at 413-323-0417
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/critters-of-lake-wallace-4/
LOCATION:Foley Field\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185526
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T194708Z
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SUMMARY:Needle Felted Whales
DESCRIPTION:Come learn the art of needle felting at the Clapp Memorial Library on Monday\, July 29 OR Wednesday\, July 31\, 6-8pm. Local fiber artist Anna Sunschauer will teach you how to sculpt fluffy wool fiber into a whale using felting needles. No prior needle felting experience is necessary\, but it is recommended that all participants have good fine motor skills to avoid injury with the sharp needles. All necessary tools and materials will be provided. \nPROGRAM FULL\, WAITLIST ONLY.  This workshop is open to adults and teens.\nSign up here: https://forms.gle/xwXxN9gFcrC44PmZ6 \nThis program is made possible by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/needle-felted-whales/2024-07-29/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Crafts
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185526
CREATED:20240321T142722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T194708Z
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SUMMARY:Needle Felted Whales
DESCRIPTION:Come learn the art of needle felting at the Clapp Memorial Library on Monday\, July 29 OR Wednesday\, July 31\, 6-8pm. Local fiber artist Anna Sunschauer will teach you how to sculpt fluffy wool fiber into a whale using felting needles. No prior needle felting experience is necessary\, but it is recommended that all participants have good fine motor skills to avoid injury with the sharp needles. All necessary tools and materials will be provided. \nPROGRAM FULL\, WAITLIST ONLY.  This workshop is open to adults and teens.\nSign up here: https://forms.gle/xwXxN9gFcrC44PmZ6 \nThis program is made possible by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/needle-felted-whales/2024-07-31/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Crafts
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185526
CREATED:20240603T152051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T145314Z
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SUMMARY:Whalemobile
DESCRIPTION:PROGRAM FULL \nFor ages 5 to 11. Children under age 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver age 14 or older. \nDo you love marine life\, but don’t have time to make it to the ocean this summer? Have no fear\, Nile is here! This 43 foot life sized inflatable humpback whale is swimming to your local library for a fun\, educational experience. Discover the remarkable similarities between whales and humans\, and have the hands-on-experience of touching real whale artifacts! \nSign up for a 30 minute visit inside Nile the Whale at the Town Hall Auditorium! Visit followed by hands-on activities\, so plan for a full hour for this interactive and fun program.  Visits starting at 6:00PM\, 6:30PM\, 7:00PM\, and 7:30PM! \nRegistration Required – sign up here: https://forms.gle/gUU8ogztPa2p4X857 \nhttps://thewhalemobile.com/
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/whalemobile/
LOCATION:Lawrence Memorial Hall (Town Hall) Auditorium\, Belchertown\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185526
CREATED:20240523T165055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T165058Z
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SUMMARY:Duckworld
DESCRIPTION:Come meet live ducks and learn about their diet\, habitat\, behavior and more. Duckworld Rescue at Ripley Farm will bring ducks and give children a chance to hold them and watch them swim. \nThis event is part of our Summer Reading Program and attending is worth a Kids SRP Raffle Ticket! Make sure to sign your child up for Summer Reading at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/duckworld/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240805T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240805T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185526
CREATED:20240529T150849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T150849Z
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SUMMARY:Belchertown’s Connection with China
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, August 5th at 6:30pm\, come to the Clapp Memorial Library for “Belchertown’s Connection with China\,” a presentation by Cliff McCarthy\, Stone House Museum archivist and author/editor of several books on Belchertown’s history. Belchertown has a deep\, historic connection to China. Elijah Coleman Bridgman was the first American Protestant missionary to China beginning in the 1830s. He and his Connecticut-born spouse devoted their lives to bridging the chasm between the two worlds. Then in the 1870s\, a group of Chinese students came to live in Belchertown as part of the innovative experiment called the “Chinese Educational Mission.”
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/belchertowns-connection-with-china/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240805T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240805T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185526
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/2024-08-05/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185526
CREATED:20240718T163142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T163142Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Homesteading
DESCRIPTION:Adults\, teens\, and children aged 10+ are invited to attend our series of Homesteading Workshops led by local Zackery W. Zawalski. You can come to one\, two\, or all three\, and learn about ways to grow and raise your own food and make use of the land you live on. \nFriday\, August 16: Introduction to Homesteading\nFriday\, August 23: Livestock Basics\nFriday\, August 30: Gardening Basics \nZackery Zawalski has raised livestock since 2010\, including ducks\, chickens\, goats\, doves\, dogs\, and a pig. He has helped his parents with their local 4-H club and has been a member of 4-H since 2013. Zackery takes pleasure in helping with his family garden since he could walk and still enjoys it to this day. \nAll workshops start at 6:00 PM at the Clapp Memorial Library and include a presentation and activity. These programs are funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/introduction-to-homesteading-2/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185526
CREATED:20240806T150207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T150207Z
UID:10003208-1724263200-1724270400@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED: Needle Felted Whales
DESCRIPTION:This is a reschedule of the July 31st workshop.  Program is full. \nLocal fiber artist Anna Sunschauer will teach you how to sculpt fluffy wool fiber into a whale using felting needles. No prior needle felting experience is necessary\, but it is recommended that all participants have good fine motor skills to avoid injury with the sharp needles. All necessary tools and materials will be provided. \nThis program is made possible by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/rescheduled-needle-felted-whales/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Crafts
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185526
CREATED:20240718T165419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T201826Z
UID:10003196-1724436000-1724439600@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Livestock Basics
DESCRIPTION:Adults\, teens\, and tweens are welcome to attend the second session in our series of Homesteading Workshops by local Zackery W. Zawalski: Livestock Basics. In this session\, learn the basics of raising your own livestock and meet (at least) one very special guest from Zack’s own farm. \nFriday\, August 16: Introduction to Homesteading\nFriday\, August 23: Livestock Basics\nFriday\, August 30: Gardening Basics \nZackery Zawalski has raised livestock since 2010\, including ducks\, chickens\, goats\, doves\, dogs\, and a pig. He has helped his parents with their local 4-H club and has been a member of 4-H since 2013. Zackery takes pleasure in helping with his family garden since he could walk and still enjoys it to this day. \nAll workshops start at 6:00 PM at the Clapp Memorial Library and include a presentation and activity. These programs are funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/livestock-basics-2/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240830T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240830T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185526
CREATED:20240718T165513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T201454Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening Basics
DESCRIPTION:Adults\, teens\, and tweens are welcome to the third and final session in our series of Homesteading Workshops by local teen Zackery W. Zawalski. In this session\, Gardening Basics\, learn how to start your own garden and pot your own plant to take home. \nAll workshops start at 6:00 PM at the Clapp Memorial Library and include a presentation and activity. This program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library. \nFriday\, August 16: Introduction to Homesteading\nFriday\, August 23: Livestock Basics\nFriday\, August 30: Gardening Basics \nZackery Zawalski has raised livestock since 2010\, including ducks\, chickens\, goats\, doves\, dogs\, and a pig. He has helped his parents with their local 4-H club and has been a member of 4-H since 2013. Zackery takes pleasure in helping with his family garden since he could walk and still enjoys it to this day. \nAll workshops start at 6:00 PM at the Clapp Memorial Library and include a presentation and activity. These programs are funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/gardening-basics-2/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240902T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240902T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185526
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/2024-09-02/
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:20240909T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T193000
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SUMMARY:Belchertown & the California Gold Rush
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, September 9th at 6:30pm\, come to the Clapp Memorial Library for “Belchertown and the California Gold Rush\,” a presentation by Cliff McCarthy\, Stone House Museum archivist and author/editor of several books on Belchertown’s history. The California Gold Rush was an important event in American history\, having an enormous impact on migration\, land development\, the slavery debate\, and the nation’s economy. At least nineteen Belchertown men went west in pursuit of their dreams. Some played important roles in the development of California; some returned to New England and built on their western adventures to achieve positions of stature and importance in our communities.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/belchertown-the-california-gold-rush/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T170000
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SUMMARY:Edible Palette Painting (Adults)
DESCRIPTION:September 25th\, 3:00-5:00pm and 6:00-8:00pm\nLibrary Activity Room (downstairs) \nLearn how to paint with buttercream and royal icing in this Edible Palette Knife Painting class! Sarah Maroney of Cakes by Pip will work with participants on how to decorate 4 cookies together to include a pumpkin\, flower bouquet\, Sunflower\, and fall leaves. The class will also go through what the difference between royal icing and buttercream is and how they are made. Decorating Boxes include a palette knife kit to take home and show off your brand new skills! \nRegistration & confirmation required\, sign up for a session here: https://forms.gle/tsY3xJuvqNUhPqJ36\nBoth sessions are full\, waitlists are open \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\, and by the Friends of Clapp Memorial Library \nThis session is for Adults.  Edible Palette Painting for Kids is on October 1st\, and for Teens on October 9th.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/edible-palette-painting-adults/2024-09-25/1/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T200000
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SUMMARY:Edible Palette Painting (Adults)
DESCRIPTION:September 25th\, 3:00-5:00pm and 6:00-8:00pm\nLibrary Activity Room (downstairs) \nLearn how to paint with buttercream and royal icing in this Edible Palette Knife Painting class! Sarah Maroney of Cakes by Pip will work with participants on how to decorate 4 cookies together to include a pumpkin\, flower bouquet\, Sunflower\, and fall leaves. The class will also go through what the difference between royal icing and buttercream is and how they are made. Decorating Boxes include a palette knife kit to take home and show off your brand new skills! \nRegistration & confirmation required\, sign up for a session here: https://forms.gle/tsY3xJuvqNUhPqJ36\nBoth sessions are full\, waitlists are open \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\, and by the Friends of Clapp Memorial Library \nThis session is for Adults.  Edible Palette Painting for Kids is on October 1st\, and for Teens on October 9th.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/edible-palette-painting-adults/2024-09-25/2/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Crafts
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SUMMARY:Edible Palette Painting (Kids)
DESCRIPTION:October 1st\, 4:00-5:30pm\nLibrary Activity Room (downstairs) \nLearn how to paint with buttercream and royal icing in this Edible Palette Knife Painting class! Sarah Maroney of Cakes by Pip will work with participants on how to decorate 4 cookies together to include a pumpkin\, flower bouquet\, Sunflower\, and fall leaves. The class will also go through what the difference between royal icing and buttercream is and how they are made. Decorating Boxes include a palette knife kit to take home and show off your brand new skills! \nRegistration & confirmation required\, sign up for a session here: https://forms.gle/PNJUHS5vbEd7ECqY7 \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\, and by the Friends of Clapp Memorial Library \nThis session is for Kids ages 8-11. A caregiver\, age 14 or older\, must be in the building for participants under 10. \nEdible Palette Painting for Adults is on September 25th\, and for Teens on October 9th.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/edible-palette-painting-kids/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons,Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T201500
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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 Tuesday\, October 1 at 7 PM and runs every Tuesday through November 19. 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 closed.  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 October 29th\, which will take place in the Activity Room.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mindfulness-meditation-for-stress-reduction/2024-10-01/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T183000
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SUMMARY:Nine Neighbors You Should Know
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, October 7 at 6:30pm\, come to the Clapp Memorial Library for “Nine Neighbors You Should Know\,” a presentation by Cliff McCarthy\, Stone House Museum archivist and author/editor of several books on Belchertown’s history. Do you know which Belchertown native has had a full-length Hollywood movie devoted to his life and has been portrayed by actors John Carradine and James Coburn in other films? Do you know what Belchertown woman drew the plans for remodeling the Stone House into a museum? Do you know of Belchertown’s connection to the first Governor of Kansas? This talk will present nine historical figures connected to Belchertown that will astonish and surprise. Some you will admire\, some you will despise\, but all have interesting stories to tell.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/nine-neighbors-you-should-know/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T200000
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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/2024-10-07/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Concerts & Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T201500
DTSTAMP:20260403T185526
CREATED:20240719T164713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T151039Z
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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 Tuesday\, October 1 at 7 PM and runs every Tuesday through November 19. 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 closed.  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 October 29th\, which will take place in the Activity Room.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mindfulness-meditation-for-stress-reduction/2024-10-08/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T201500
DTSTAMP:20260403T185526
CREATED:20240719T164713Z
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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 Tuesday\, October 1 at 7 PM and runs every Tuesday through November 19. 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 closed.  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 October 29th\, which will take place in the Activity Room.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mindfulness-meditation-for-stress-reduction/2024-10-15/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T173000
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SUMMARY:Needle Felting Pumpkins
DESCRIPTION:Come learn the art of needle felting at the Clapp Memorial Library on Monday\, October 21 from 2:30-5:30 OR Wednesday\, October 23 from 6:00-9:00. Local fiber artist Anna Sunschauer will teach you how to sculpt fluffy wool fiber into a pumpkin using felting needles. No prior needle felting experience is necessary\, but it is recommended that all participants have good fine motor skills to avoid injury with the sharp needles. All necessary tools and materials will be provided.\nThis workshop is open to adults and teens. Space is limited and registration is required. \nRegister here: https://forms.gle/xJp85btxgZxPbg5y8\nAll adult seats have been filled. \nThis program is made possible by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/needle-felting-pumpkins/2024-10-21/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Crafts
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T201500
DTSTAMP:20260403T185526
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T151039Z
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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 Tuesday\, October 1 at 7 PM and runs every Tuesday through November 19. 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 closed.  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 October 29th\, which will take place in the Activity Room.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mindfulness-meditation-for-stress-reduction/2024-10-22/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T210000
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SUMMARY:Needle Felting Pumpkins
DESCRIPTION:Come learn the art of needle felting at the Clapp Memorial Library on Monday\, October 21 from 2:30-5:30 OR Wednesday\, October 23 from 6:00-9:00. Local fiber artist Anna Sunschauer will teach you how to sculpt fluffy wool fiber into a pumpkin using felting needles. No prior needle felting experience is necessary\, but it is recommended that all participants have good fine motor skills to avoid injury with the sharp needles. All necessary tools and materials will be provided.\nThis workshop is open to adults and teens. Space is limited and registration is required. \nRegister here: https://forms.gle/xJp85btxgZxPbg5y8\nAll adult seats have been filled. \nThis program is made possible by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/needle-felting-pumpkins/2024-10-23/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Crafts
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T200000
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SUMMARY:A Narrative of Dwight Village in Belchertown\, Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Michael Carolan will provide a two-part documented history and geographical genealogy of the indigenous and nonindigenous peoples\, notable events\, architecture and landscapes\, from the Eighteenth to the Twentieth centuries\, and the district’s contributions to art\, industry\, politics\, science and religion\, on October 24th and November 14th.  Known as Logg-town\, Hopetown\, Dwight’s Station and Pansy Park\, this narrowly-defined\, eight-square-mile district has been subsumed historically into the larger community. The Rev. Henry Ward Beecher—the “most famous man in America”—gave his first sermon here. The hamlet was celebrated as the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln’s first biographer\, J. G. Holland. Rare aquatic flower gardens drew hundreds through Dwight’s two railroad stops. And its chapel was established after a culmination of efforts said to have been initiated by Poet Emily Dickinson’s sister-in-law. There were feuds\, accidents\, suicides\, drownings\, fires\, the millwright who outlived six wives and the portrait painter who rendered the place and its characters in colorfully detailed letters preserved to this day. \nMichael Carolan writes for The Springfield Republican and his essays appear on New England Public Radio. He taught literature and writing at Clark University for 13 years.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/a-narrative-of-dwight-village-in-belchertown/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T201500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T151039Z
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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 Tuesday\, October 1 at 7 PM and runs every Tuesday through November 19. 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 closed.  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 October 29th\, which will take place in the Activity Room.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mindfulness-meditation-for-stress-reduction/2024-10-29/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons
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