Fiber Arts with the Woolies
2023-08-03 17:00 - 18:30, 2023-08-10 17:00 - 18:30, 2023-08-17 17:00 - 18:30, 2023-08-24 17:00 - 18:30, 2023-08-31 17:00 - 18:30, 2023-09-07 17:00 - 18:30, 2023-09-14 17:00 - 18:30, 2023-09-21 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) and 12 more dates | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
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.

The Jellyfish: A Pastel Painting Workshop
2023-09-26 13:00 - 15:00
REGISTRATION REQUIRED – click here to sign up. Program full, waitlist open.
Artist Greg Maichack returns to the Clapp Memorial Library for another pastel painting workshop, this time featuring the jellyfish for adults (18+) on Tuesday, September 26th from 1pm to 3pm.
This is a pastel painting workshop designed for both sheer beginners to advanced participants. In this new, fun, two-hour workshop, all participants produce their very own personalized and original pastel based on these captivating sea creatures. Maichack guides everyone in drawing, blending, and layering.
All materials supplied (pastels, paper, blending material, etc.) with the process broken down into easy steps and methodically planned out to make it so easy. Participants will come out with a lovely pastel painting to keep.
Space is limited! Confirmations will be sent out before program confirming enrollment or waitlist status.

Historical Crafts from Ancient to Renaissance
2023-09-29 15:00 - 18:00
What did people do all day without computers, phones, and tablets? How did people copy a poem in Ancient Asia? How did we decorate our clothes in the past?
Come get hands-on with history with Castle Nitor. Learn about daily life and try a few crafts. We often think of the past as a foreign land that we can’t understand, but their lives were very similar to ours. Enjoy a break in a different time!
This class is run by Allison, the Lady of Castle Nitor; she is a history lover who collects craft skills and loves teaching and creating a fun, relaxing environment for all. Castle Nitor helps people live fully by learning from historical daily life and bringing the arts of the past to life again.
Program is outside on the Library lawn, all welcome

Cookbook Club
2023-10-02 18:30 - 19:30
Do you like browsing cookbooks and trying new recipes? Register at the circulation desk and pick up our current cookbook. Pick a recipe and let us know (to avoid duplicates), then make and bring your dish for everyone to try at our meeting. Registration is required for each meeting, no alcoholic beverages.

Crafternoon: Fingerloop Braiding
2023-10-06 15:00 - 18:00
Registration Required – click here to sign up.
Can you braid a 10-strand braid? Finger loop braiding goes back 2500 years or more, and there are texts from different periods with unique techniques and patterns.
Come get hands-on with history with Castle Nitor. We will show you the fundamental techniques as you create your own piece of history. Learn how to make your own bracelets, trims, and more with finger loop braiding. It can be a relaxing and fun fidget or something to do with family and friends. We will have all the supplies and tools needed for you to make a fun project. Enjoy a break in a different time!
This class is run by Allison, the Lady of Castle Nitor; she is a history lover who collects craft skills and loves teaching and creating a fun, relaxing environment for all. Castle Nitor helps people live fully by learning from historical daily life and bringing the arts of the past to life again.

Crafternoon: Tablet Weaving
2023-10-13 15:00 - 18:00
Registration Required – click here to sign up
Was the Iron Age dull and drab? Certainly NOT! Learn a simple no loom required weaving technique that has been used for centuries to create beautiful trims, belts, and more.
Come get hands-on with history with Castle Nitor. Learn how to set up and weave using tablets to create a beautiful bookmark or short belt. We will start with a simple project and explore the basics of tablet weaving so you can design your own future projects. We will show you the fundamental techniques as you create your own piece of history. We will have all the supplies and tools needed for you to make a fun project. Enjoy a break in a different time!
This class is run by Allison, the Lady of Castle Nitor; she is a history lover who collects craft skills and loves teaching and creating a fun, relaxing environment for all. Castle Nitor helps people live fully by learning from historical daily life and bringing the arts of the past to life again.

Candy & Crochet Night
2023-10-18 17:45 - 18:45
Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to enjoy candy and crochet at the library on Wednesday, October 18th from 5:45-6:45PM. Teens can bring their own project or use the library’s crochet supplies. Crochet hooks, yarn, and instruction will be provided for those new to crochet. The candy will be peanut-free. This program will take place in the library’s Activity Room. Register for this program at the library or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com

Crafternoon: Mail Bracelet
2023-10-20 15:00 - 18:00
Registration Required – click here to sign up
Are you curious about mail armor? Mail dates back to the 5th century BC in texts and is still used today to protect people from cuts. Throughout history and today, mail is used as decoration.
Come get hands-on with history with Castle Nitor. Learn how to make your own mail bracelet. You will leave with a bracelet and some extra rings to play with. We will show you the fundamental techniques as you create your own piece of history. We will have all the supplies and tools needed for you to make a fun project. Enjoy a break in a different time!
This class is run by Allison, the Lady of Castle Nitor; she is a history lover who collects craft skills and loves teaching and creating a fun, relaxing environment for all. Castle Nitor helps people live fully by learning from historical daily life and bringing the arts of the past to life again.

Crafternoon: Block Printing
2023-10-27 15:00 - 18:00
Registration Required – click here to sign-up
Potato decorating your clothing? YES! Block printing is a fun way to decorate paper, fabric, and any flat surface. Block printing is a craft thought to be thousands of years old.
Come get hands-on with history with Castle Nitor. Learn how to make your own block from a potato. Then print a sample or two with our replica blocks and your own potato blocks. If you would like to bring a garment or two to embellish, please do, only natural materials please. We will show you the fundamental techniques as you create your own piece of history. We will have all the supplies and tools needed for you to make a fun project. Enjoy a break in a different time!
This class is run by Allison, the Lady of Castle Nitor; she is a history lover who collects craft skills and loves teaching and creating a fun, relaxing environment for all. Castle Nitor helps people live fully by learning from historical daily life and bringing the arts of the past to life again.

Metalsmithing Workshop (Teens)
2023-12-05 15:30 - 17:00
Learn the art of metalsmithing at the Clapp Memorial Library on Tuesday, December 5th, from 3:30-5PM, with an later session for Adults.
This copper bookmark making workshop will teach you how to create your own drawings in metal with special tools and hammers. Come learn to stamp your favorite images, words and textures to create a truly unique bookmark that will stand the test of time. You’ll learn proper hammer techniques, how to patina your bookmark and share a wonderful class experience with your new friends. A large collection of different sized letter and number stamps and chasing tools will help you leave your mark on the world. While hammering your own drawing into the bookmark, you’ll gain new knowledge, confidence and leave with a finished beautiful piece that will keep you company in your favorite book.
Space is limited and registration is required – click here to sign up!

Metalsmithing Workshop (Adult)
2023-12-05 18:30 - 20:00
Learn the art of metalsmithing at the Clapp Memorial Library on Tuesday, December 5th, from 6:30-8PM, with an earlier session for Teens.
This copper bookmark making workshop will teach you how to create your own drawings in metal with special tools and hammers. Come learn to stamp your favorite images, words and textures to create a truly unique bookmark that will stand the test of time. You’ll learn proper hammer techniques, how to patina your bookmark and share a wonderful class experience with your new friends. A large collection of different sized letter and number stamps and chasing tools will help you leave your mark on the world. While hammering your own drawing into the bookmark, you’ll gain new knowledge, confidence and leave with a finished beautiful piece that will keep you company in your favorite book.
Space is limited and registration is required – click here to sign up!
