Clapp Memorial Library

Magic the Gathering & Board Games
2018-07-11 16:00 - 18:00, 2018-07-18 16:00 - 18:00, 2018-07-25 16:00 - 18:00, 2018-08-01 16:00 - 18:00, 2018-08-08 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Come play board games and Magic the Gathering at the Library.
4-6PM downstairs in the Activity Room

Join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
2018-07-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Want to help plan programs and services for teens? Or gain leadership experience that will look great on college applications? Or maybe just hang out with friends and eat snacks? Come to TAB! We meet once a month downstairs and our main focus is to hear what you want to see in the library.
First Wednesday of the month, from 6-7PM

Music on the Lawn with Donna Lee
2018-07-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Great for families, all ages welcome.
Bring blankets, if it rains we will meet in the Town Hall Auditorium.

Musical Movie Night - Newsies
2018-07-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Join us for our weekly Musical Movie Night as we watch Newsies (PG) starting exactly at 7:30PM. No registration is necessary!

Music with Pops
2018-07-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2018-07-27 10:00 - 11:00, 2018-08-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Friday mornings, 10:00 AM at the Clapp Memorial Library.

Infants to age 7

July 6th, 13th, 27th, August 3rd, 10th & 17th (not July 20th).

Registration is required. Register by online here.

Thank you to the Friends of Clapp Memorial Library for funding this series.

Friends of the Library Book Donation Drive-Through Event
2018-07-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Have books, dvds and cds you’re ready to part with? The Friends of the Library will take them off your hands. Come to the Town Hall Parking lot and stay in the comfort of your car while the Friends unload your items! Couldn’t be easier. And donations help them raise money to fund so many programs, equipment, and services at the Library.

Caravan Puppets - Jurassic Journey
2018-07-18 18:00 - 18:45 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Join us on the library lawn for Jurassic Journey!
Great for families, all ages welcome.
Bring blankets, if it rains we will meet in the Town Hall Auditorium.

Making Friends with yourself through Creative Journaling
2018-07-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
A free, 90-minute Creative Journal Expressive Arts Workshop for Teens.
This 90-minute workshop for teens 12-18 is based on the book The Creative Journal for Teens, Making Friends with Yourself by Lucia Capacchione, Ph.D., R.E.A.T. The author, a registered art therapist, has developed easy techniques for journal writing that enables teens to express their real selves. Participants learn methods to get to know themselves, to solve everyday problems, and to make dreams come true in a non-judgemental atmosphere. Activities include time for structured drawing, writing, and reflection exercises.
Instructor: Chris Shirtcliff, Certified Creative Journal Expressive Arts Instructor and Visioning Coach. Learn more about her workshops at doorwaysanddreams.com
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Belchertown Cultural Council, a local agency which his supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Register at the Clapp Memorial Library Circulation Desk!

Musical Movie Night - Mamma Mia!
2018-07-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Join us for our weekly Musical Movie Night as we watch Mamma Mia! (PG-13). PG-13 movies are for those 11 years old and above; ages 11&12 must have parental permission to attend (verbal permission is fine). No registration is required!

Cupcake Wars
2018-07-19 18:30 - 19:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Calling all Teens!
Join us for the battle of the century! Teams will be challenged to make frosting and decorate their cupcakes as best they can in the time allotted, all while adhering to the theme of each round. You’ll be able to bring home your creations at the end of the program!
Registration is required as supplies are limited. Please register at the circulation desk or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com. Program for those entering grades 7-12.

Imagination Playground
2018-07-20 09:30 - 11:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Imagination Playground – blocks on the front lawn.
In the case of rain, even will be held in the activity room.

3D & Robotics Makerspace Event
2018-07-21 13:30 - 15:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Check out cool technology at the Clapp Memorial Library – Ages 10-17!
Saturday, July 21st, 1:30-3:30
See, learn, and use some of the coolest new tech out there including a 3D Printer, 3D Design software, 3D Scanning, 3Doodler, Ozobots, Little Bits Electronics, and Sphero. Participants will learn how to create and print 3D objects. Everyone gets a 3D print, but there will not be time to complete them all during the workshop so you can return to the library at a later date to pick yours up. Participants can bring their own laptops or use the ones provided.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Belchertown Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

T.A.R.G.E.T. Book Club
2018-07-24 18:30 - 19:30, 2018-08-07 19:00 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
T.A.R.G.E.T. is TeenAge Reading Group Exploring Together. The group is for teens in 8th – 12th grade.
Join us to have snacks, discuss the current pick, and choose future book club reads. For July 10th we’ll discuss Laini Taylor’s novel Strange the Dreamer, available for pick up at the library circulation desk. No registration necessary, but please let us know you’re coming by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com.
This group is back in action for the summer with meetings on July 10th at 6:30, July 24th at 6:30, August 7th at 7pm, and August 21st at 6:30, all downstairs in the CAR.

Drumming Among Prose
2018-07-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Drumming among prose on the lawn of the Library.
Great for families, all ages welcome.
Bring blankets, if there is rain we will meet in the Town Hall Auditorium.

The Great Teen Cupcake War!
2018-07-25 18:30 - 19:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Join us on Wednesday, July 25th at 6:30PM for the battle of the century!
Participants will be given a theme for each round and challenged to decorate their cupcakes according to that theme as best they can in the time allotted. Winners will be awarded prizes. The best part? You get to keep the cupcakes you make! Spaces are limited so be sure to register as soon as you can!
Please register at the library circulation desk or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com!

The Curious Giraffe Show
2018-07-26 09:30 - 10:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Come watch the Curious Giraffe Show at the Library!
Event will be held in the activity room.

Writing Circle
2018-07-26 16:00 - 17:00, 2018-08-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Clapp Memorial Library Writing Circle is a place for all writers 18 and over to write, share their work, give and receive feedback, and brainstorm together. Whether you’ve been writing for years, just started today, have a pile of completed novels, or only the idea for a story, you’re invited to join!
Our first meeting is Thursday, July 26th at 4PM downstairs in the CAR. Registration is encouraged; sign up and get more information at the library circulation desk or by calling the library.

Stuffed Pal Portraits
2018-07-28 09:00 - 10:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Bring one of your stuffed animals to visit the library between 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM to have one of our teen artists draw its portrait. Then you can color it in. The big blue Imagination Playground blocks will also be available so you can build your pal a home or playground. This event is free and will end at 11:00 AM. No registration required.

Outdoor Messy Art
2018-07-31 09:30 - 11:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Let’s explore and experiment together through open-ended art. Wear play clothes, bring an old tower and be willing to take home some messy stuff. We will be outside so please apply sunscreen and wear a hat. Don’t forget water, it’s been hot out. Please check the Library’s webpage or Facebook for cancelation due to weather.
Geared towards children ages 2-7

Libraries Rock! Dance Party
2018-08-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Libraries Rock! Dance Party with DJ Scott on the Library lawn.
Great for families, all ages welcome.
Bring blankets, if raining we will meet in the Town Hall Auditorium.

Roller Skating Party
2018-08-03 17:00 - 21:00 | Interskate 91 North, Hampshire Mall, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Roller Skating Party!
Get your free tickets at the Library.
Held at Interskate 91 in Hadley.

Rocket Building!
2018-08-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Ages 7 and up!
Rocket building at the Library, registration required.
Launching will be on the 14th, all welcome to attend and watch!
