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SUMMARY:Winter Reading Begins
DESCRIPTION:Winter Reading Bingo starts today!  Pick up your Bingo card at the library or take part online through Beanstack at clapplibrary.beanstack.org or using the Beanstack app!  Programs for Teens & Adults\, running December 20th – February 20th \nFor the first time ever\, the Clapp Memorial Library is running a Teen Winter Reading Program! Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to sign up for Teen Winter Reading Bingo at clapplibrary.beanstack.org or on the Beanstack app! Physical Bingo cards are also available for pick-up at the library. Participating is easy – and\, of course\, there are prizes! Get all the details when you sign up. Save the date\, and start earning tickets on December 20th! This program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/winter-reading-begins/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event,Contests,Teen Events
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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/2026-01-05/
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:20260108T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144450
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-2/2026-01-08/
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:20260112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T190000
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CREATED:20251119T214601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T215320Z
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SUMMARY:Walking the Camino
DESCRIPTION:Join Bob and Sue Stephens as they present an overview of the Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage and their experiences from 3 Caminos. They will share resources\, show different options for walking the Camino\, and answer your questions about this once in a lifetime experience.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/walking-the-camino/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event,Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T200000
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CREATED:20251119T214750Z
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SUMMARY:Stephen Page Performs Broadway
DESCRIPTION:Join the Clapp Memorial Library on Wednesday\, January 14 at 7pm for a piano concert at the Belchertown United Church of Christ. Jazz pianist Stephen Page returns to perform on the Library’s 1877 Steinway grand piano. Stephen Page Performs Broadway will feature many musical theater favorites. \nStephen Page has played throughout the eastern seaboard with a variety of musical combinations from solo work to big bands. He teaches at Amherst College and Deerfield Academy as well as in his private studio. Page continues to distill his life’s work into original compositions.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/stephen-page-performs-broadway/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event,Concerts & Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T183000
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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-2/2026-01-15/
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:20260115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T193000
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CREATED:20230504T204030Z
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/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144450
CREATED:20251120T155549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T171537Z
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SUMMARY:Hands-only CPR
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, January 21\, 3PM \nThe free Red Cross Hands-Only CPR course teaches people how to perform hands-only CPR. Having more trained bystanders can help save lives by putting more cardiac arrest victims within a few steps of lifesaving assistance. Participants learn how to check for consciousness\, call 911 (or the local emergency number)\, and give chest compressions. CPR training certification is not provided through this course. \nSign up here: https://forms.gle/HeihwoLbMf9zm8mh7 \nThis program is sponsored by the American Red Cross and will be held at the Belchertown Town Hall Auditorium
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/hands-only-cpr/
LOCATION:Lawrence Memorial Hall (Town Hall) Auditorium\, Belchertown\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2770346;-72.4008884
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144450
CREATED:20251022T145857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T143513Z
UID:10004571-1769094000-1769097600@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Daughters book talk with Corinne Demas
DESCRIPTION:Corinne Demas will be at the Clapp Memorial Library on Thursday\, January 22 at 3pm to talk about her new book\, Daughters\, a novel “exploring the age-old friction between mothers and daughters\, a story of a family rediscovering itself.” Books will be available for purchase and signing. \nCorinne Demas is the award-winning author of thirty-nine books for adults (The Road Towards Home\, The Writing Circle) and children (The Littlest Matryoshka\, Saying Goodbye to Lulu). She is a Professor Emerita of English at Mount Holyoke College and lives in the Pioneer Valley with her family\, two donkeys\, and a precocious puppy.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/daughters-book-talk-with-corinne-demas/
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:20260122T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T183000
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CREATED:20220912T184403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T155315Z
UID:10003290-1769101200-1769106600@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-2/2026-01-22/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144450
CREATED:20260107T190630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T190636Z
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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/2026-01-27/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144450
CREATED:20220912T184403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T155315Z
UID:10003291-1769706000-1769711400@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-2/2026-01-29/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144450
CREATED:20251014T200605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T131922Z
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SUMMARY:Indigenous Stories from this Valley and Beyond with David Brule
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, January 31 from 2:30-4:30pm\, the Clapp Memorial Library hosts an afternoon of Indigenous stories with David Brule\, President of the Nolumbeka Project and chair of the Nehantic Tribal Council. Brule shares stories rooted in Nipmuck tradition and histories of the Connecticut River Valley\, including local events such as the Bloody Brook Massacre and the legend of the giant beaver Wequamps\, known today as Mount Sugarloaf. Drawing from oral traditions\, research\, and a decade-long study of King Philip’s War\, his stories highlight gratitude\, balance with nature\, and cultural resilience.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/indigenous-stories-from-this-valley-and-beyond-with-david-brule/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Children's Events,Community Event,Lecture,Teen Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144450
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/2026-02-02/
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:20260205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144450
CREATED:20260107T190630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T190636Z
UID:10004752-1770289200-1770314400@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/2026-02-05/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144450
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-2/2026-02-05/
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;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTSTAMP:20260404T144451
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T173327Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Advisory Board’s “Love Your Neighbor” Food Drive
DESCRIPTION:Love your neighbor… donate to those in need! \nThe Clapp Memorial Library’s Teen Advisory Board will be collecting nonperishables at the library in their second-ever Food Drive February 6th through the 13th. There will be a designated donation box inside the library during those dates. Donations will be sorted by Teen Advisory Board members on the 13th and distributed evenly amongst Belchertown food pantries. TAB is a group of 7th-12th grade students who meet monthly during the school year to propose library programming for teens\, provide input on teen services\, volunteer\, and have fun. New members are welcome.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-advisory-boards-love-your-neighbor-food-drive/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Teen Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260215
DTSTAMP:20260404T144451
CREATED:20260129T144644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T144645Z
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SUMMARY:Silent Auction of handmade Woolens
DESCRIPTION:“The Woolies” Silent Auction of handmade Woolens: February 6th – 14th \nThe Clapp Memorial Library’s fiber arts group\, “The Woolies” will be holding a silent auction of their beautiful\, handmade woolens to benefit the library.  Items include hats\, scarves\, washcloths\, mittens and more!  Stop by the library to see and bid on your favorite between Friday\, February 6th and Saturday\, February 14th. Bidding closes at 2:00 pm on February 14. A huge thank you to The Woolies!
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/silent-auction-of-handmade-woolens/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Mending the Body with the Mind Book Talk
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, February 11 at 7PM\, join us at the Clapp Memorial Library for a talk from Belchertown resident and pediatrician\, David Gottesgen\, who is the author of a new book\, Mending the Body with the Mind: Harnessing Kids’ Superpowers To Heal and Stay Healthy. Dr. Gottesgen will discuss integrative medicine in general\, then talk about how he utilized the mind-body-spirit connection in all parts of his practice. He will discuss how children and teens can utilize this connection\, in a wide array of common disorders\, from chronic pain (specifically headaches and stomachaches) to asthma and other respiratory problems\, to habit disorders like tics and bedwetting\, to sleep issues\, to ADHD\, autism\, anxiety\, depression\, and phobias to anxiety in sports. Copies of his book will be available for purchase and signing.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mending-the-body-with-the-mind-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:20260212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T183000
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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-2/2026-02-12/
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:20260219T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T183000
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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-2/2026-02-19/
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:20260219T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T193000
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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/2026-02-19/
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:20260220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144451
CREATED:20260107T190630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T190636Z
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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/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144451
CREATED:20260127T174105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T174106Z
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SUMMARY:BHS Art Reception
DESCRIPTION:The public is invited to the Clapp Memorial Library on Tuesday\, February 24th from 6-7pm for an Art Exhibit Reception for Elizabeth Texeira’s Studio Art 3\, Studio Art 4\, and Honors Art Classes at Belchertown High School. The reception will celebrate the young artists’ work\, which will be on display in the library throughout the month of February. Light refreshments will be provided. This program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/bhs-art-reception/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event,Teen Events,Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144451
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-2/2026-02-26/
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;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTSTAMP:20260404T144451
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SUMMARY:Pokémon Day
DESCRIPTION:For the second year in a row\, the Clapp Memorial Library invites the public to visit and celebrate Pokémon Day on Friday\, February 27th with fun for all ages! Take part in any of our themed activities to earn a raffle ticket for a Pokémon Prize Bundle! \nAll Day: Pokémon Scavenger Hunt\nPokémon have taken over the library! All ages are invited to go on a scavenger hunt to find them in the building. \n2:30-5:00PM on the Main Floor: Pokémon Cross Stitch with Jon Rymaz\nLearn how to cross-stitch a Pokémon! Jon Rymaz will demonstrate cross-stitching and assist others in learning on the main floor of the library. Fill out this form to preregister and choose your Pokémon. Kits will be distributed on Pokémon Day. Walk-ins are welcome\, but Pokémon options for walk-ins will be limited. This program is for ages 10+. \n4:30-6:00PM: Pokémon Diamond-Painting for Teens and Tweens\nStudents in grades 6-12 are invited to diamond-paint a drink coaster featuring Eevee or one of its Eeveelutions! Teen Services Coordinator Ruthie Sterling will teach the basics of diamond-painting. All materials will be provided. Space is limited; email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com to register. \n5:00-6:00PM: Pokémon Bingo\nDo you know your Pokémon? Patrons of all ages are invited to drop-in during this hour for Pokémon Bingo on the main floor of the library! Win a sticker prize! Patrons under 10 must be accompanied and continually supervised by a parent or caregiver while in the Library per our Unattended Child Policy. No registration is necessary. \n6:00-7:45PM: Pokémon Movie Night\nWe will end the day by showing the 2019 Pokémon movie featuring Ryan Reynolds as the voice of Detective Pikachu. This film is rated PG. Patrons under 10 must be accompanied and continually supervised by a parent or caregiver while in the Library per our Unattended Child Policy. Please register here. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/pokemon-day-2/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Community Event,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T194500
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SUMMARY:Pokémon Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:We will end the day by showing the 2019 Pokémon movie featuring Ryan Reynolds as the voice of Detective Pikachu. This film is rated PG. Patrons under 10 must be accompanied and continually supervised by a parent or caregiver while in the Library per our Unattended Child Policy. Please register here. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/pokemon-movie-night/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Community Event,Film,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T133000
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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-4/2026-02-28/
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:20260302T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T200000
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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/2026-03-02/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144451
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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-2/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Crafts
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