Clapp Memorial Library

Bad Art
2019-04-27 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Because even Leonardo Da Vinci had rough days. Here is a great way to have some fun with art and not worry about whether or not what you’re making is “good.”
Clapp Memorial Library
1:00-3:00pm
FREE
Adults and children ages 8+

Alcohol Ink Art Workshop
2019-04-30 18:30 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Registration Required – Program is full. Please stay tuned for an additional date this summer.
This fun workshop is for both the experienced artist who would like to try something new and for those who have never done art before. No previous experience is necessary! Alcohol Inks are highly fluid and transparent with the brilliance of stained glass. When used on a non-absorbent surface, the inks interact with each other creating surprisingly vibrant images which will delight the participant. If you love color you will love this fun experience. Ages 16+

Paint night with bunnies
2019-06-12 19:30 - 20:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Stressed out by finals? Need to get away from studying for a little while? Just want to spend time with friends and cute animals? The Clapp Memorial Library invites students in grades 7-12 to join us on Wednesday, June 12th from 7:30-8:30PM for Paint Night with Bunnies! We’ll have bunnies to cuddle with and watercolor and origami crafts led by local artist Teresa Fischer, as well as snacks and tea provided.
Registration is encouraged; register at the library circulation desk or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com. This event has been made possible through an MBLC Teen Summer Grant.

Star Wars Origami
2019-06-29 10:00 - 12:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
“Do. Or do not. There is no try.”
Practice your paper folding skills to recreate favorite Star Wars characters.
All ages, all welcome.
Some patience required

Terrarium Making
2019-07-09 16:00 - 18:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Students entering grades 7-12 are invited to join us to learn about the medicinal properties of certain plants, how to best care for them, and how to create a miniature and self-sustaining biome inside of a terrarium.
Registration is required as materials are limited. Register at the library circulation desk or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com. This program will take place downstairs in the CAR.
Program brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Cupcake Wars
2019-07-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Registration is required for this program; register at the library circulation desk or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com.
For teens entering grades 7-12.
Frost, decorate, triumph, snack!
Program brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Rockets!
2019-07-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2019-07-30 18:00 - 19:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Register for a two-day rocket building and launching program.
Monday, July 29th
6:00 pm at the Clapp Memorial Library
Tuesday, July 30th
6:00 pm at Foley Field (behind the police station)
This free fun family program is for children registered for A Universe of Stories and who are also at least 6 years old. Everyone should attend with an adult. Monday we will build our rockets and on Tuesday we will launch them. Everyone is welcome to come to watch the launching lead by Mike Daponde, who will show us some specialty rockets.
Supplies are limited and registration is mandatory so call or visit the Library today. 323-0417
Slots will first go to children who have not done this program in the past. Children who have can go on a waitlist and we will call you if there is a space.

Book Art Workshop
2019-09-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Join us to give old books a new life! We’ll be taking weathered books and transforming them into beautiful pieces of art, which you are welcome to take home with you or leave with us to display around the library.
Ages 18+ are invited to attend, upstairs in the library.

Alcohol Ink Workshop
2019-09-30 18:30 - 20:00, 2019-10-07 18:30 - 20:00, 2019-11-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
REGISTRATION REQUIRED – SPACE LIMITED
No experience necessary for this fun workshop presented by Belchertown Artist Barbara Sullivan. If you love color, you’ll love this workshop. Make a unique piece of art to take home. All supplies provided.
Register at the library, program attended for individuals 18+ who have not previously taken an alcohol ink workshop.
September 30th event is full with waiting list. We have added a second session on October 7th to accommodate the high interest.
This program is funded by the Friends of the Library.

"Bad Art" Afternoon
2020-02-29 11:15 - 12:15 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
We want you to make the worst art imaginable. Prizes will be given to the creators of the three worst pieces. Please register at the circulation desk or by e-mailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com. Program is open to teens in grades 7-12.

Creative Camp with the CML (Virtual)
2020-04-20 - 2020-04-24 | Virtual, MA
Follow along and take part here: https://www.facebook.com/events/272529927099673/
Pack your bag, build a tent and get ready for Creative Camp during school vacation week.
We will post videos about puppet shows, crafts and stories for you to enjoy and get ideas from. Then using what you have at home, get creative! And the end of the week you can put on a puppet show, tell a story and/or display your art work to you household.
Some things you may want to pack;

paints, crayons, colored pencils
scissors, tape, glue
paper, cardboard, string, yarn, toilet paper tubes
boxes, sticks, pencils
fabric scraps, old t-shirts, feathers, pom poms, cotton balls
ruler
puppets, stuffed animals, building blocks

What to pack for camp (all optional)

sleeping bag
snacks
flashlight
book
above magic trick supplies
more snacks
more books

How to make a tent/secret hideout;

use sheets, pillows, chairs, and/or rope to make an indoor tent
or real tent outside (though pack extra blankets, some days look cold and rainy)
anyway you want!

Even though you will show off your talent with your household, we would love for you to share comments, pictures, stories and videos with all of us!
Happy camping!

Building Challenge (Virtual)
2020-04-24 10:30 - 11:30 | Virtual, MA
An online Building Challenge at 10:30 am, geared towards kids ages 6 to 10. Join information sent to parents via GoToMeeting.

Free Craft Friday – Cat Sculpture (Virtual)
2020-05-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual, MA
Did you miss our last virtual teen craft program? We are doing it again! This time find us on Facebook Live! CML Teen page can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/teenclapp/
After you read your Sentinel, repurpose it in this fun craft! Learn how to make a Cat Sculpture out of newspaper!
Facebook Live
Friday, May 15, 5:00PM
Materials Needed: Newspaper (cut into 5, 5 inch-wide strips lengthwise), Glue, Paperclips, Pencil, Marker

Aesop's Fable Miniature 3D Puppet Theatre Craft and Zoom Program
2021-04-21 09:00 - 10:00, 2021-04-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual, MA
The Clapp Memorial Presents Aesop’s Fable Miniature 3D Puppet Theatre Craft and Zoom Program. Children will create their own theaters, puppets, and practice shows, and share them through Zoom. Mary Jo Maichack, a professional singer and storyteller, will guide you in making the theatre. She will share tips on storytelling and demonstrate one fable puppet show. Families are welcome to attend both time slots, but will only present at the one they choose when registering.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Please fill out this form <https://forms.gle/CDLfFVm958PSb6gd9> to register for this program. Program is limited to 25 families and geared for children ages 5 and up.
We will reach out to registered families to schedule a pick up time for the kit, and will send a video link out on April 9th. Participants can attend the Zoom program on April 21st at 9 AM or 4 PM
This program is supported, in part by the Belchertown Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

Tie-dye with TAB
2021-09-20 16:30 - 17:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to tie-dye and learn about the Clapp Memorial Library’s Teen Advisory Board (TAB) on Monday, September 20th at 4:30PM. The program will take place on the library’s front lawn. This is the first TAB meeting of the 2021-2022 school year. TAB is a group of 7th-12th grade students who propose library programming for teens and provide input on teen services. As they tie-dye, teens will share what programs they would like to see from the library this year. Teens are asked to please bring their own shirt/socks/pillowcase/etc. to tie-dye (hint: summer reading shirts work great!), but teens can contact the library in advance if they will need one of these items provided. Registration is required. Teens can email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com or visit the library’s circulation desk to sign-up.
The rain date for this program will be Wednesday, September 22nd at 4:30PM.

Artober 2021
2021-10-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2021-10-02 08:00 - 17:00, 2021-10-03 08:00 - 17:00, 2021-10-04 08:00 - 17:00, 2021-10-05 08:00 - 17:00, 2021-10-06 08:00 - 17:00, 2021-10-07 08:00 - 17:00, 2021-10-08 08:00 - 17:00 and 3 more dates | Virtual, MA
Daily art prompts all through October.
Artober is here! Artober is a month-long program that encourages artists of all levels to create something once a day in the medium of your choice during the month of October based on our daily art prompts.
Share your art on Instagram/Facebook with the hashtag #cmlartober2021 and tagging us @clapplibrary. You can also email us at clapp@cwmars.org and we’ll share your creations!
Looking for more inspiration? Don’t forget to check out CreativeBug for projects and classes.
