Mindfulness Meditation for Stress Relief
2019-12-09 19:00 - 20:00, 2019-12-16 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Clapp Memorial Library is offering an eight-week Stress Reduction Awareness course led by Magda Bechar, starting on Monday, October 21st.
Mindfulness meditation skills teach us to be fully present in the moment and, when practiced regularly, helps decrease stress levels and improve general well-being and health. Skills covered in the course are gentle and free of judgment.
Because the course has been very popular since its start at the library, we ask that you register only if you are able to attend all sessions. There will be no class on Monday, November 11th, Veterans Day. Please register in person.
The course is open to Belchertown residents.
Magda Bechar, a retired nursing professor, has taught mindfulness meditation skills to many groups including the ones at the Clapp Memorial Library.

Parent/Child Book Group
2019-12-12 17:30 - 18:30, 2020-01-09 17:30 - 18:30, 2020-02-13 17:30 - 18:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
For children in 4th- 6th grade & their parents, meeting every second Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.
Registration required, contact Children’s Librarian Jennifer Whitehead for more information.

Closed for Town Employee Luncheon
2019-12-13 12:30 - 14:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Library will be closed from 12:30-2:30 for a Town Employee Luncheon.

Family Holiday Concert with Jacques "Pop" Hooten
2019-12-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Join us at the Clapp Memorial Library for an evening of holiday songs with Pop in our beautiful library.
No registration required.
Funded by the Friends of Clapp Memorial Library.

"Elf" Interactive Movie Night
2019-12-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Talk, sing, and shout along as we watch “ELF” and react to Buddy’s shenanigans!
SAT., Dec. 14 • 6:00PM
CLAPP MEMORIAL LIBRARY
PROGRAM FOR AGES 10+
Space is limited
RSVP AT THE DESK OR CALL (413) 323-0417

Teen Write Night!
2019-12-16 16:00 - 17:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Calling all young writers, poets, playwrights, and novelists! Once again the Clapp Memorial Library is opening its doors to young and aspiring writers during National Novel Writing Month. The library will host a weekly writing program for teens in grades 7-12 throughout the month of November. The program, held mostly on Monday nights, is a great opportunity for teen writers to get feedback, build community, participate in writing exercises and grow their word count.
There will be an Information Session and Kick-Off Party for interested teens on Monday, October 28th, from 4-5:30 in the CAR of the library. Young writers unable to attend are encouraged to call the library at (413) 323-0417 or e-mail clapplibrarytab@gmail.com for more information.
Monday, October 28th, 4:00-5:30pm
Information Session/Kick-Off Party
Monday, November 4th, 4:00-5:30pm
Teen Write Night #1
Saturday, November 16th, 11:00am-1:00pm
Teen Write Night #2
Monday, November 18th, 4:00-5:30pm
Teen Write Night #3
Monday, November 25th, 4:00-5:30pm
Teen Write Night #4
Monday, December 16th, 4:00-5:30pm
TGIO (Thank Goodness It’s Over) Party!

Holiday Concert with a Brass Quintet
2019-12-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Enjoy delightful carols with the First, Last Brass Quintet. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and relax in our beautiful library. After the concert, the musicians will talk about their instruments in a Q&A session.
Ian Kenneally – Trumpet
Andy Cowles -Trumpet
Ruby Langlois – French Horn
Sam Hunt – Trombone
Trevor Mullen – Tuba

Library Open: 9am-1pm
2019-12-24 09:00 - 13:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Clapp Memorial Library will be open from 9AM to 1PM.

Library Closing: Christmas 2018
2019-12-25 | MA
The Library will be closed in observation of Christmas.

Winter Technology Workshop
2019-12-27 11:00 - 12:00, 2019-12-30 11:00 - 12:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Tis the season – for learning how to use new technology!
New tablets and devices often show up around this time of year, whether as a present or taking advantage of a sale. Even better – we have a whole range of offerings that you can access on a new phone or tablet such as streaming movies, music, and books!
Stop by for drop-in assistance on the 27th and 30th from 11am-12pm, or schedule an appointment with Tegan for help at other times!
We can’t find the answer to everything, and certainly cannot handle things a Nest or configuring Smart Home technology that need to be set up at home. But Tegan will field questions and try to untangle confusion!
A quick reminder from of our Technology Help Policy: the Technology Librarian cannot perform computer repair tasks, nor can they handle personal or private information.

Magic the Gathering
2019-12-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Grab your deck and come on over to the library.
For ages 9 to 15.
Sign up by calling 323-0417 or email jwhitehead@cwmars.org. Bring your own cards.

Early Closing - 5PM
2019-12-31 17:00 - 19:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Clapp Memorial Library will be closing at 5PM

Library Closing: New Year's Day 2020
2020-01-01 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Library will be closed January 1st, 2020, for the first day of the new year.

Frozen Sing-Along
2020-01-04 15:00 - 16:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Frozen sing-along with Elsa and Anna!
The Clapp Memorial Libary is hosting a visit from these famous sisters. Bring your singing voices, wear costumes (if you want), and pack a camera to join the fun.
No registration required, doors open at 2:50

Teen Write Night (Jan)
2020-01-06 16:30 - 17:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Teen Write Nights are a monthly creative writing program for teens in grades 7-12. Each month we’ll focus on a different aspect of creative writing. Join us in January for character development! Stop by to get feedback, build community, and participate in writing exercises! For more information, e-mail clapplibrarytab@gmail.com or stop by the library circulation desk.
January’s Teen Write Night will take place in the CAR in the downstairs of the library.

Lunch with Libby
2020-01-07 12:00 - 13:00, 2020-02-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Did you get a new device or want to do more with the one you already have? Drop on by to learn how to use Libby to access library ebooks, downloadable audiobooks, and magazines!
Our Technology Librarian, Tegan, will be hosting drop-in sessions from noon to 1 on the first Tuesday of every month. Can’t make it? Call the library and schedule a one-on-one session of your own.

International Hat Day
2020-01-15 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Put your hats on to celebrate international hat day on January 15!
Special Refreshments, Children’s Craft, and a free raffle to choose from a selection of hats hand-knit by the “Woolies”!

Study Skills Workshop
2020-01-20 15:00 - 16:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Just in time for mid-terms – turn “studying” into “learning”!
This workshop is aimed at high school students, but appropriate for students in grades 7 and 8 (and their parents!).
Presented by Shannon Materka, a Study Skills Support specialist at Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School, topics will range from proper highlighting techniques to how your brain processes new information and decides whether or not to keep it. Registration is not required but would be helpful for planning purposes. Study hours for BHS students will follow this workshop from 4 to 8 pm.
Please call the Library at 323-0417 or email jwhitehead@cwmars.org to register or for more information.

Teen Study Hours
2020-01-20 16:00 - 20:00, 2020-01-21 19:00 - 21:00, 2020-01-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Clapp Memorial Library is offering Teen Study Hours for Belchertown High School students during their exam week.
Teen Study Hours will be held Monday, January 20th from 4:00-8:00PM, Tuesday the 21st, from 7:00-9:00PM, and Wednesday the 22nd, from 7:00-9:00PM.
These special hours are just for BHS students. There will be free pizza, drinks, Wi-Fi, computers, study tables, and tutors available.
Students looking to meet with a tutor are required to sign up by Saturday the 18th at 1:00PM.
Please call the library at (413) 323-0417 for more information.
The library is committed to being a quiet, stress-free space for students to use during Teen Study Hours.

Picky Eating Perils & Healthy Eating Hacks
2020-02-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Jennifer Belanger, MS RD LDN, is a Registered Dietitian who works with kids and families for issues surrounding picky eating and limited food acceptance. If you are struggling with a picky eater or meal time perils, attend our workshop and see what Jennifer has to offer!
Registration is suggested in case there are poor weather conditions and we need to postpone. You may also submit a question for Jennifer by February 3rd, that she will be sure to answer during the workshop.
Call the library at 323-0417
Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library

Friends of the Library Wine Tasting
2020-02-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Join us to celebrate Love Your Library month at the Clapp Memorial
Library with wine samples, hor d’oeuvres, and acoustic music –
provided by the Friends. Please bring a dessert or appetizer to share.
We look forward to seeing you!
Feb 8, 2020 7pm.
Snow date: Feb. 15

Teen Write Night (Feb)
2020-02-10 16:30 - 17:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Teen Write Nights are a monthly creative writing program for teens in grades 7-12. Each month we’ll focus on a different aspect of creative writing. February’s meeting will be an editing workshop. Please bring a few pages of whatever you’re working on and want to edit. Stop by to get feedback, build community, and participate in writing exercises! For more information, e-mail clapplibrarytab@gmail.com or stop by the library circulation desk.
February’s Teen Write Night will take place in the CAR in the downstairs of the library.

PAWS to Read
2020-02-18 15:30 - 16:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Come read to a therapy animal at the Clapp Memorial Library. This program is for students in 1st – 5th grade that struggle with reading and would like a no judgement buddy to listen to them read aloud. Register your child for a time slot and bring a book, or come early to check out a book at the Library. We will have therapy bunnies and dogs for children to take turns reading to in our Children’s Activity Room.
Please arrive downstairs 5 minutes before your scheduled time. Registration is required. Please call 323-0417 ext.1.
