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SUMMARY:ViewFinder 2026 Nature Photography Program - Launch!
DESCRIPTION:1:30pm Saturday March 21 @ the Pocket Park – by the B’town Skatepark\, at the end of the late-winter Frog Hop Trail Tidy. \nLinks to follow on Library\, Town\, and Quabbin Photo Group pages. Updates will be posted on the Friends of Lake Wallace FB page. \nA juried\, all-ages\, photo contest will run from March 21 through May 30. Photographs must be taken in Belchertown\, open to residents and non-residents alike. Photographers agree to a nature photography code of ethics. Contestants will be juried alongside their peers in youth and adult age groups\, and between wildlife\, landscape\, and macro/close up categories. Support will be offered through the library for any adults or youth seeking help completing the online submission process – Saturday\, May 23\, 10am-12pm\, Tuesday\, May 26\, 5:30-6:30pm\, Wednesday\, May 27\, 5:30-6:30pm More information is available at http://belchertown.org/viewfinder
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/viewfinder-2026-nature-photography-program-launch/
LOCATION:Parks & Recreation\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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SUMMARY:Fiber Arts with the Woolies
DESCRIPTION:The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet weekly at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you’re interested in knitting\, crocheting\, felting\, weaving\, embroidery\, needle point\, sewing\, or another fiber art\, you’re welcome to join the fun.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/fiber-arts-with-the-woolies-2/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T103000
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CREATED:20260306T151748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T151938Z
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SUMMARY:Magic: the Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Magic the Gathering in the Activity Room. Bring your own deck or use one of our learning decks. Everyone is welcome\, however players must be fluent readers. Players under the age of 10 must have a caregiver who is at least 14 years old on the Library premises. Join us for every session or just one – it’s up to you! \nWe will have two instructors to help get games started and assist with the rules of the game. No registration is required. Check the Library website or Facebook page if there is inclement weather. \nSaturdays\, 10:30 am to 1:30 pm\nFebruary 28th\, March 14th\, 21st\, 24th\, April 4th*\, 11th\, & 18th.\nMagic will start at 11am on April 4th
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/magic-the-gathering-4/2026-03-28/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Community Event,Games
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T200000
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SUMMARY:An Evening of Music and Stories with The Klines
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, March 31 at 7pm at the Clapp Memorial Library for an evening of music and stories with the Klines. Michael and Carrie Kline perform country harmony duets from coal mining songs to gospel\, family songs\, front porch music\, and songs of people in nature. Listeners may find themselves dancing a waltz to “Fiddler Jones\,” the song that celebrates the role of music and old-time fiddlers in our lives and our\ncommunities\, those who play for family and friends or local dances\, or those who play for no one at all. Since returning to the Valley after 26 years away\, mostly in West Virginia\, they have been performing with upright bass player Joe Blumenthal who has learned lots of coal mining music and songs of people and nature\, as well as some traditional songs. Jim Armenti backs up the band with his precise and high-powered mandolin. As folklorist-musicians the Klines weave songs and stories\, evoking the times that really matter\, time with family and friends\, spiritual times\, wrapped in a patchwork quilt of vivid imagery.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/the-klines/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,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:20260402T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T183000
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SUMMARY:Fiber Arts with the Woolies
DESCRIPTION:The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet weekly at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you’re interested in knitting\, crocheting\, felting\, weaving\, embroidery\, needle point\, sewing\, or another fiber art\, you’re welcome to join the fun.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/fiber-arts-with-the-woolies-2/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T110000
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SUMMARY:Seed Swap
DESCRIPTION:Bring seeds (or not!) to the library and swap them for new ones. Please package your seeds for individual use in envelopes and label them with the plant\, the date the seeds were collected\, and original packaging if possible. Please do not bring invasive plant seeds. \nThis program is funded by the Belchertown and Around Plant Swap.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/seed-swap/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T200000
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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/2026-04-06/
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:20260409T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20220912T184403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T155315Z
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SUMMARY:Fiber Arts with the Woolies
DESCRIPTION:The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet weekly at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you’re interested in knitting\, crocheting\, felting\, weaving\, embroidery\, needle point\, sewing\, or another fiber art\, you’re welcome to join the fun.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/fiber-arts-with-the-woolies-2/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T200227Z
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SUMMARY:Smartphone Photography
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 11 – Smartphone Photography with Linda Repasky\nBelchertown Recreation Department\, 66 State Street (behind the police station). \nThe classroom session will be from 9:00 am to 10:00 am\, followed by outdoor practical sessions at Lake Wallace (weather dependent)\, so come prepared to walk a short distance to Lake Wallace and spend some time outside! \nViewFinder workshops are open to anyone\, you do not have to be a Belchertown resident. Seats are limited\, and registration is required.  Click here to sign up. \nInstructor: Linda Repasky\nLinda 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. You can see her work on Instagram @lindarepaskyphotography
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/smartphone-photography/
LOCATION:Parks & Recreation\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Visual Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20260323T191446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T191446Z
UID:10005345-1775899800-1775916000@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Mass Save Pop-Up Resource Table
DESCRIPTION:Learn about no-cost Home Energy Assessments (HEAs) and other MassSave benefits for homeowners and renters. The goal of these assessments is to make residents’ homes safer\, healthier\, and more comfortable\, while identifying ways to lower energy consumption\, carbon emissions\, and utility bill costs. There will be a table with resources and representatives of HomeWorks Energy will help explain all the benefits and answer any questions. \nThis program is funded by HomeWorks Energy\, Inc.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mass-save-pop-up-resource-table-2/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20260306T151748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T151938Z
UID:10005108-1775903400-1775914200@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Magic: the Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Magic the Gathering in the Activity Room. Bring your own deck or use one of our learning decks. Everyone is welcome\, however players must be fluent readers. Players under the age of 10 must have a caregiver who is at least 14 years old on the Library premises. Join us for every session or just one – it’s up to you! \nWe will have two instructors to help get games started and assist with the rules of the game. No registration is required. Check the Library website or Facebook page if there is inclement weather. \nSaturdays\, 10:30 am to 1:30 pm\nFebruary 28th\, March 14th\, 21st\, 24th\, April 4th*\, 11th\, & 18th.\nMagic will start at 11am on April 4th
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/magic-the-gathering-4/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Community Event,Games
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T183000
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CREATED:20220912T184403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T155315Z
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SUMMARY:Fiber Arts with the Woolies
DESCRIPTION:The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet weekly at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you’re interested in knitting\, crocheting\, felting\, weaving\, embroidery\, needle point\, sewing\, or another fiber art\, you’re welcome to join the fun.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/fiber-arts-with-the-woolies-2/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Crafts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T150748Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to the The Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Board Meeting in the Activity Room at 6:30pm. For information email friendsofclappmemoriallibrary@gmail.com \nhttp://www.friendsofclapplibrary.org/ \n​The Friends of Clapp Memorial Library is a volunteer not-for-profit organization dedicated to raising monies to assist the Library beyond the ordinary scope of the Library’s budget to reach its potential in our community. The group’s additional purpose is to promote and maintain close relationships between the Library and the people it serves\, to increase public awareness of Library resources\, and to encourage community participation in Library activities.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/friends-of-the-clapp-memorial-library-meeting/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20260311T194941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T201648Z
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SUMMARY:Photography for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 18 – Photography for Beginners with Ed Comeau \nThe classroom session will be from 9:00 am to 10:00 am\, followed by outdoor practical sessions at Lake Wallace (weather dependent)\, so come prepared to walk a short distance to Lake Wallace and spend some time outside! \nViewFinder workshops are open to anyone\, you do not have to be a Belchertown resident. Seats are limited\, and registration is required.  Click here to sign up. \nInstructor: Ed Comeau \nEd’s interest in photography goes back many years\, but upon moving to Belchertown over 25 years ago this interest reached a whole new level with his proximity to the Quabbin Reservoir and access to the beauty of Western Massachusetts. While he can often be found sitting in some remote part of the Quabbin\, waiting for wildlife to come his way\, has also explored Maine\, Alaska\, and Colorado\, resulting in a number of beautiful landscape and wildlife photographs. A number of local businesses have exhibited his works and his photographs have appeared in several calendars. He is a member of the Friends of the Quabbin Board of Directors\, the Program Director of the Quabbin Photo Group\, and has been an instructor for the Belchertown ViewFinder project since its inception. You can find his work at www.ComeauPhotography.com and on Instagram @edcomeauphotography.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/photography-for-beginners/
LOCATION:Parks & Recreation\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Visual Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20260306T151748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T151938Z
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SUMMARY:Magic: the Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Magic the Gathering in the Activity Room. Bring your own deck or use one of our learning decks. Everyone is welcome\, however players must be fluent readers. Players under the age of 10 must have a caregiver who is at least 14 years old on the Library premises. Join us for every session or just one – it’s up to you! \nWe will have two instructors to help get games started and assist with the rules of the game. No registration is required. Check the Library website or Facebook page if there is inclement weather. \nSaturdays\, 10:30 am to 1:30 pm\nFebruary 28th\, March 14th\, 21st\, 24th\, April 4th*\, 11th\, & 18th.\nMagic will start at 11am on April 4th
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/magic-the-gathering-4/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Community Event,Games
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T170000
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SUMMARY:Kalos Trio
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of classical music with Kalos Trio. \nKalos Trio is comprised of Rebecca Hartka on cello\, Julia Liao on violin\, and Barbara Lysakowski on piano. This concert will be held at BUCC with Ms. Lysakowsi’s playing the library’s 1877 Steinway piano. \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/kalos-trio/
LOCATION:Belchertown United Church of Christ\, ​18 Park Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,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:20260422T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20251209T174852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T174855Z
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SUMMARY:Astral Evening: Star Party with the Library
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 22: Astral Evening: Star Party with the Library\, 8-10pm\nRaindate: Thursday\, April 23 \nMembers of Springfield STARS Astronomy Club will be setting up telescopes to lead us on a tour of the night sky. Witness some of the most impressive sights! \nWe’ll be outside\, so please wear comfortable shoes and warm clothing. Foley Field is located behind the Police Station off Rt. 202 in Belchertown.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/astral-evening-star-party-with-the-library/
LOCATION:Foley Field\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Children's 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:20260423T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20220912T184403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T155315Z
UID:10003303-1776963600-1776969000@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Fiber Arts with the Woolies
DESCRIPTION:The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet weekly at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you’re interested in knitting\, crocheting\, felting\, weaving\, embroidery\, needle point\, sewing\, or another fiber art\, you’re welcome to join the fun.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/fiber-arts-with-the-woolies-2/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Crafts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2761978;-72.3998528
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Clapp Memorial Library 19 South Main Street Belchertown MA 01007 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=19 South Main Street:geo:-72.3998528,42.2761978
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20260311T201946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T201950Z
UID:10005239-1777107600-1777114800@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Nature Photography
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 25 – Advanced Nature Photography with Mark Lindhult \nThe classroom session will be from 9:00 am to 10:00 am\, followed by outdoor practical sessions at Lake Wallace (weather dependent)\, so come prepared to walk a short distance to Lake Wallace and spend some time outside! \nViewFinder workshops are open to anyone\, you do not have to be a Belchertown resident. Seats are limited\, and registration is required.  Click here to sign up. \nInstructor: Mark Lindhult\nMark’s passion in photography is capturing the beauty of nature and the unique behaviors of birds and wildlife in their environment. As a Professor Emeritus of Landscape Architecture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst\, a Principle Emeritus at The Berkshire Design Group and a Fellow of the American Society of Landscape Architects\, he brings his knowledge of landscape\, ecology\, design and composition to inform his photography and advocate for habitat preservation. His photographs have been exhibited at UMass Amherst in the Design Building Gallery\, the US Fish and Wildlife Headquarters Gallery\, Cooley Dickinson Hospital Gallery\, Franklin Medical Center Gallery and the Baystate Medical Center Gallery. He has also granted permission to several non-profit groups to use his photographs in newsletters\, reports\, note cards and postcards\, including the Friends of Quabbin\, the Massachusetts Rivers Alliance and the Kestrel Land Trust.. You can see his work on his website at www.MarkLindhult.com.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/advanced-nature-photography/
LOCATION:Parks & Recreation\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Visual Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20260319T170618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T170619Z
UID:10005335-1777109400-1777120200@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Knotweed Knockdown Work Day
DESCRIPTION:This April through October 2026\, we’ll be working to clear the invasive Japanese knotweed as part of a project we’re calling: Knotweed Knockdown. Chemicals will not be used\, so we’re recruiting volunteers to help with the physical removal of the plants. No gardening experience is necessary. There will be no digging or grubbing the roots\, just repeated cutting. To join our team\, please complete the registration form: https://forms.gle/BK36vn8cqFyPBEyV8. Volunteers will also be asked to complete a CORI check and sign a waiver.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/knotweed-knockdown-work-day/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Children's Events,Community Event,Teen Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2761978;-72.3998528
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20220912T184403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T155315Z
UID:10003304-1777568400-1777573800@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Fiber Arts with the Woolies
DESCRIPTION:The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet weekly at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you’re interested in knitting\, crocheting\, felting\, weaving\, embroidery\, needle point\, sewing\, or another fiber art\, you’re welcome to join the fun.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/fiber-arts-with-the-woolies-2/2026-04-30/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Crafts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2761978;-72.3998528
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20230714T143623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T160537Z
UID:10004734-1777921200-1777924800@clapplibrary.org
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/2026-05-04/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20260311T203738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T133359Z
UID:10005240-1777994100-1778000400@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Nature Photography for Children
DESCRIPTION:There will be two ViewFinder photography workshops for children. These will be open to children 4 years old and above. Children up to the sixth grade must be accompanied and assisted by an adult. Maximum group size is 6 children.  Click here to register. \nLocation: The School Garden in front of the Swift River Elementary School \nInstructor: Holly is interested in the colors\, forms\, and patterns displayed throughout the diversity of life. She believes that photography allows us to look more thoughtfully and carefully at all of nature’s beauty\, big and small. She volunteers with students at Swift River Elementary and in the Belchertown School Garden.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/an-introduction-to-nature-photography-for-children/
LOCATION:Chestnut Hill Community School\, 59 State St\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Visual Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2678132;-72.4123171
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20260330T211625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T211808Z
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SUMMARY:BHS and Swift River Elementary Present A Collaborative Art Show
DESCRIPTION:The public is invited to the Clapp Memorial Library on Tuesday\, May 5th from 6-7pm for a Collaborative Art Show featuring works by BHS and Swift River Elementary School students! The reception will celebrate Swift River students’ 2D monster drawings reimagined into 3D sculptures by BHS students. Light refreshments will be provided. Artwork will remain on display throughout the month of May. This program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/bhs-and-swift-river-elementary-present-a-collaborative-art-show/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Teen Events,Visual Art
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20220912T184403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T155315Z
UID:10003305-1778173200-1778178600@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Fiber Arts with the Woolies
DESCRIPTION:The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet weekly at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you’re interested in knitting\, crocheting\, felting\, weaving\, embroidery\, needle point\, sewing\, or another fiber art\, you’re welcome to join the fun.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/fiber-arts-with-the-woolies-2/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Crafts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2761978;-72.3998528
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20260402T143013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T143018Z
UID:10005357-1778612400-1778616000@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Janet Crosier Book Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation and book signing with author Janet Crosier. Her novel\, Shadows on the Heath\, imagines the missing three years of Heathcliff’s life from Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights. Copies of the book along with Janet’s latest novel\, Weymouth House\, will be available for purchase. \nJanet Crosier is an adjunct English Professor in Western Massachusetts and member of the Brontë Society\, Modern Language Association\, and Straw Dog Writers’ Guild. She has published her research\, poetry\, and several short stories with the International Academic Forum\, New Dimensions in the Humanities\, Common Ground\, and the University of Massachusetts.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/janet-crosier-book-talk/
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:20260514T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20220912T184403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T155315Z
UID:10003306-1778778000-1778783400@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Fiber Arts with the Woolies
DESCRIPTION:The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet weekly at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you’re interested in knitting\, crocheting\, felting\, weaving\, embroidery\, needle point\, sewing\, or another fiber art\, you’re welcome to join the fun.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/fiber-arts-with-the-woolies-2/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Crafts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2761978;-72.3998528
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20260312T135033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T135606Z
UID:10005241-1778936400-1778943600@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Nature Photography for Children
DESCRIPTION:There will be two ViewFinder photography workshops for children. These will be open to children 4 years old and above. Children up to the sixth grade must be accompanied and assisted by an adult. Maximum group size is 6 children.  Click here to register. \nLocation: The School Garden in front of the Swift River Elementary School \nInstructor: Holly is interested in the colors\, forms\, and patterns displayed throughout the diversity of life. She believes that photography allows us to look more thoughtfully and carefully at all of nature’s beauty\, big and small. She volunteers with students at Swift River Elementary and in the Belchertown School Garden.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/an-introduction-to-nature-photography-for-children-2/
LOCATION:Chestnut Hill Community School\, 59 State St\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Visual Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2678132;-72.4123171
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20260204T154128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T154129Z
UID:10004785-1779213600-1779217200@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Plant Swap
DESCRIPTION:Bring a plant (or not!) to the library and swap it for a new one. The 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-2/2026-05-19/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2761978;-72.3998528
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Clapp Memorial Library 19 South Main Street Belchertown MA 01007 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=19 South Main Street:geo:-72.3998528,42.2761978
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190545
CREATED:20260312T152531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T153157Z
UID:10005334-1779217200-1779220800@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Transform Your Yard to Support Pollinators: A 12 Step Program
DESCRIPTION:Many people now realize the importance of pollinators and other essential wildlife. They want to make their yard pollinator-friendly\, but don’t know where to start. This talk will step you through the process of evaluation\, planning\, and implementation\, with many options for large and small changes.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/transform-your-yard-to-support-pollinators-a-12-step-program-2/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event,Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2761978;-72.3998528
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