Writing Circle
2018-08-09 16:00 - 17:00, 2018-08-16 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Music with Pops
2018-08-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2018-08-17 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.

High School Musical Movie Marathon
2018-08-10 14:30 - 21:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
We’re all in this together – join us as we marathon all three High School Musical Movies! Dinner (pizza) and snacks will be provided, and between each movie there will be a short activity. Let us know you’re coming by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com!

Friends of the Library Book Donation Drive-Through Event
2018-08-11 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.

Yo-Yos, Music & Dance Show!
2018-08-13 18:30 - 19:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Ages 5 and Up
Come to the Clapp Memorial Library for an evening of laughter and excitement as yo-yo performer, Brett Outchcunis (better known as “Ooch”) shares his tricks, comedy and dance moves in his show!
No registration but you must be registered for our Summer Reading Program.
If itis a hardship for your family to attend because of a family member under the age of 5, please email Jennifer, jwhitehead@cwmars.org.

Musical Petting Zoo
2018-08-15 09:30 - 10:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Musical Petting Zoo is a fun and informative traveling hands-on exhibit of musical instruments. After an introduction to the instruments, participants get a chance to bow a violin, blow a horn, or tap out a rhythm on a drum.
Ages 5 and up.
Register at the Circulation Desk or by calling 413-323-0417 x1
The Musical Petting Zoo will be held in the Children’s Activity Room.
Funding for this program provided by Country Bank

Author Event - Noodles' & Albie's Mermaid Parade
2018-08-16 09:30 - 10:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Welcome author Eric Bennett and enjoy Noodles’ & Albie’s Mermaid Parade!
In the downstairs activity room.

Rocket Launching
2018-08-20 17:30 - 20:00 | Foley Field, 66 State Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Come watch us launch the rockets built at our Rocket Building event.
All welcome, at Foley Field.
NEW DATE and earlier start time! Launching now on August 20th!

T.A.R.G.E.T. Book Club
2018-08-21 18:30 - 19:30 | 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.

Ukulele Strum Along
2018-09-05 19:00 - 20:00, 2018-10-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Come and strum with other ukulele enthusiasts in a fun and relaxed atmosphere guided by the Valley’s Ambassador of the Ukulele, Julie Stepanek. Bring your own uke or sign up to borrow one for an hour of tips, techniques, and playing.
Ages 16 through adult.

So We Became Farmers
2018-09-07 19:00 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Meet the authors!
Steve and Meg Lanphear of Sentinel Farm in Belchertown have written a memoir “So We Became Farmers.” Join us for a book signing and hear stories about their unusual retirement choice.

Library opens at 2pm today
2018-09-11 14:00 - 19:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Due to a staff training, the Library will be closed until 2 pm.

Music with Pop Hooten
2018-09-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Music in the morning, all welcome!
For infants through age 7.
No registration required.

Cookbook Club - Sept 2018
2018-09-17 18:30 - 19:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Registration if full for this event.
How it works:
Register and pick up a copy of the cookbook at the Circulation Desk.
Choose a recipe.
Email or call Ann with your choice (to avoid duplicates) – akuchieski@cwmars.org or 413-323-0417
Make and bring your dish for everyone to try.
Taste, enjoy and chat with your cookbook friends!

Early Closing - Belchertown Fair
2018-09-21 14:00 - 18:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Library will close at 2PM for the Belchertown Fair. Enjoy and see you on Monday.

Library Closed - Belchertown Fair
2018-09-22 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Library will be closed during the Belchertown Fair. See you on Monday!

Where the Time Goes - A Stress Reduction Workshop
2018-09-25 19:00 - 20:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Registration required, please sign up at the Circulation Desk
Plan for less stress with specific goals and needs in mind by creating your personal mandala. Examine and re-evaluate the life priorities that are tugging at you through simple drawing, writing, and reflection exercises. Methods are based on the work of Lucia Capacchione, Ph.D., R.E.A.T., author of Drawing Your Stress Away. Participants find this workshop fun but powerful. No art talent needed!
Instructor: Chris Shirtcliff, Certified Creative Journal Expressive Arts Instructor and Visioning Coach.
This program is sponsored by a grant from the Belchertown Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.

Murder Mystery Night
2018-09-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Registration Required!
Students in grades 7-12 are cordially invited to attend a 1920’s themed Murder Mystery Night! Participants will be assigned a character (and are encouraged to dress in costume) and play as that character throughout the night to find clues and solve our very own Clapp Memorial Library whodunnit. Dinner (pizza) and beverages will be provided. Registration is required as there are limited character slots. Register at the library circulation desk or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com!

Feasting with 15 Minute Meals
2018-10-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Understanding what ingredients to have in your refrigerator, pantry, and freezer is key to whipping up a fast, healthy, and delicious meal. Join chef Liz Barbour to learn how to use your pantry and your local market to create and prepare delicious, healthy meals in 15 minutes. Enjoy a cooking demonstration of 2 recipes and samples for all to taste.
Registration is required.
Liz Barbour has been cooking professionally in the Boston area sine 1992 and is the author of Beautifully Delicious: Cooking with Herbs and Edible Flowers.

Library Closed - Columbus Day
2018-10-08 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Library will be closed on Monday, October 8th, in Observance of Columbus Day. We will open our normal hours on Tuesday, October 9th

Friends of the Library Fall 2018 Book Sale!
2018-10-08 17:00 - 20:00, 2018-10-09 10:00 - 20:00, 2018-10-10 10:00 - 20:00, 2018-10-11 10:00 - 20:00, 2018-10-12 10:00 - 20:00, 2018-10-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
It’s the Fall Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Book Sale!
October 8-13, 2018
Monday -MEMBERS ONLY- 5PM-8PM
(Memberships sold at the door, $10)
Tuesday-Friday: 10AM-8PM
Saturday: 9AM-3PM
(Saturday most items half price)
www.friendsofclapplibrary.org

Meditation Class
2018-10-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
THIS CLASS IS FULL.
The Clapp Memorial Library will be offering an 8-week introduction to Mindfulness Meditation workshop. Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a technique developed at UMass Medical Center and is used to help people reduce stress in their lives. This class for Belchertown residents will be led by nursing professor Magda Bechar and begins on Monday, October 15th. Sessions will begin at 7:00 PM and last for one hour.
The first class is mandatory!
Registration required – sign up at the library. Please do not sign up if you cannot make the majority of the classes!
