Library Closing: Juneteenth 2026
The Library will be closed in observation of Juneteenth
The Library will be closed in observation of Juneteenth
Join us on the front lawn of the Clapp Memorial Library for a concert on Saturday, June 20th at 5pm as we welcome singer-songwriter, jazz musician, educator, and activist, Pamela Means. This new program celebrates the artistry and cultural contributions of Black, Brown and Beige musicians; a nod to Duke Ellington in title and celebration. [...]
Our fiction book club, Clapp Critics meets every 4th Monday of the Month. Email mmarszalek@cwmars.org with any questions.
Grab your popcorn for this program series! Tuesdays in June we’re showing a series of films for Pride Month in our Activity Room! Features include a Hayes-code era classic, a teen coming of age, parents helping their son propose, and a documentary. Snacks provided, no registration required. The Birdcage (1996), R, 2hr A gay couple [...]
A monthly book group for lovers of high fantasy, hard science fiction, fable, far future, and all of the speculative fiction options. We meet online via Google Meet. Upcoming reads: Stories of Your Life and Others / Ted Chiang (5/26) The Last Hour Between Worlds / Melissa Caruso (6/23) Sunward / William Alexander (7/28) A [...]
Wednesday, June 24th from 3:00-4:00PM Are you a tween or teen age 12-18? The library has a Teen Book Club in conjunction with the MA Teen Choice Book Awards (MTCBA), the only book award in the state selected by teens. Each month teens will read and meet to discuss one book from the nominee list. [...]
Wednesday, June 24th from 4:00-5:30PM Teens ages 12-18 are invited to diamond-paint a pollinator garden stake on Wednesday, June 24th from 4:00-5:30PM in the library’s Activity Room! All materials will be provided, but design options and space are limited; email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com or call the library to register. All attendees will earn a raffle ticket for [...]
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.
Hands on fun with the Belchertown community! Kick off the summer at the Clapp Memorial Library and see vehicles from our Fire, Police, and Public Works department, and more. There will be activities, registration for our summer reading program, “Plant A Seed, Read!,” special guests, and more. Families can purchase treats from Cindy's Drive-In's new [...]
Monday, June 29th from 4:00-5:30PM Teens ages 12-18 are invited to the Clapp Memorial Library for a Summer Reading-themed edition of Cupcake Wars on Monday, June 29th from 4:00-5:30PM in the library’s Activity Room! Participants will be given themes and timed rounds to decorate their cupcakes and can take home the tasty treats at the [...]