Clapp Memorial Library

International Games Day
2017-11-17 15:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
We’re celebrating Games Day on November 17 from 3pm to 5:30 pm. Games for all ages will be set up throughout the Library. Come alone or bring a group. Let’s play! We’ll have candy, refreshments, and a free raffle to win one of the best all-time board games, “Clue”.

Learn to Play Ukulele for Teens and Adults
2017-11-18 11:00 - 12:00, 2017-12-02 11:00 - 12:00
It’s easy and fun! Learn to play songs by Ed Sheeran, Sia, and Bruno Mars. No experience necessary. Registration is required if you will need to borrow a ukulele. If you’re bringing your own, just show up! For grades 7-12 and adults.

Who Doesn't Like Penguins? Meet Author Eric Bennett
2017-11-18 13:00 - 14:00
Eric Bennett will read from his critically acclaimed story, “Noodles’ & Albie’s Birthday Surprise” on Saturday, November 18 at 1:15pm. Reading followed by an activity and book signing.

Library Closes at 5pm
2017-11-22 17:00 - 19:00
The Library will close early for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Library closed for Thanksgiving Holiday.
2017-11-23 10:00 - 19:00

Library closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
2017-11-24 10:00 - 18:00

Perfume Making with Essential Oils
2017-12-05 19:00 - 20:30
Learn about the historical use of essential oils for both health and perfume-making from Nora Zinan, RN. Participants will learn the properties of the oils and their blending companions, and then blend the oils that are most appealing to them, making their own personal perfume.
Zinan practices Holistic Nursing which supports healing the mind, body and spirit in natural ways that complement medicine.
In-person registration is required. Ages 18 and up.

Library Closed 12:30pm to 2:30 pm
2017-12-15 12:30 - 14:30
The Library will be closed for 2 hours so that all staff may attend the Town Employee Holiday Luncheon.

Creative Play Time with Imagination Playground Blocks and More!
2017-12-22 10:00 - 11:00
These large blocks inspire children to design their own inventions, environments, and activities. Other STEAM-related activities will be available as well. Register children ages 5 to 10 for one session only, please, by stopping in or calling 413-323-0417 ext 1.
Additional sessions December 27 and December 28.

Library Closing at 2pm December 22.
2017-12-22 14:00 - 18:00
Happy Holidays to All!

Library closed.
2017-12-25 10:00 - 18:00

No Music today. See Friday 12/29.
2017-12-27 09:30 - 22:30

Creative Play Time with Imagination Playground Blocks and more!
2017-12-27 10:00 - 13:00
These large blocks inspire children to design their own inventions, environments, and activities. Other STEAM-related activities will be available for play as well. Two sessions: 10 am to 11 am for ages 3 to 7; 11:30 am to 1:00 pm for ages 7 to 12. Registration is required. Stop by or call 413-323-0417 ext 1 to register.
Additional sessions December 28.

Creative Play time with Imagination Playground Blocks and More!
2017-12-28 13:00 - 16:00
These large blocks inspire children to design their own inventions, environments, and activities. Other STEAM-related activities will be available for play as well. Two sessions: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm for ages 7 to 12; 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm for ages 3 to 7. Registration is required. Stop by or call 413-323-0417 ext 1 to register.

Library closed
2018-01-01 10:00 - 18:00

Library hours may be affected by Thursday's storm. Please call the Library to determine if open.
2018-01-04 10:00 - 19:00
Library closings are posted on Channels 22 and 40.

Music for Young Ones with Pops Hooten
2018-01-10 09:30 - 10:30, 2018-01-17 09:30 - 10:30, 2018-01-24 09:30 - 10:30
Infants to age 5 and their caregivers are invited to join Pops Hooten for some musical fun. Call 343-0417 to register.

Library closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
2018-01-15 10:00 - 18:00

Business as Usual!
2018-01-17 10:00 - 19:00
We are open. Please come in!

Special Study Hours for BHS Students
2018-01-22 18:00 - 21:00, 2018-01-23 19:00 - 21:00, 2018-01-24 19:00 - 21:00
Get ready for midterms with special study hours at the Library, just for BHS students. Sign up for free tutors in Math, Chemistry, English, French, and Spanish. We’ll provide pizza, snacks, drinks, wifi, and a great place to study.
Special Hours:
Monday, January 22 6pm-9pm
Tuesday, January 23 7pm-9pm
Wednesday, January 24 7pm-9pm
Register for tutoring at 413-323-0417 or email jwhitehead@cwmars.org. If you don’t want tutoring, just show up!

Fleece Blanket Workshop
2018-01-24 17:00 - 18:00
This fun and easy workshop will teach you how to make your own fleece blanket. All materials will be provided but please bring a good pair of scissors, if possible. Ages 14 through adult. **REGISTRATION REQUIRED** Please visit the Library to register. For more information, call 413-323-0417.

Ancestry.com Unavailable from 10pm 1/27 to 6am 1/28 due to Maintenance
2018-01-27 22:00 - 2018-01-28 22:00

Cookbook Club
2018-01-29 06:30 - 20:00
Please note* Program is full. Registration Required.
Do you like browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? Want to sample and share new dishes? The Cookbook Club meets approximately every 6 weeks. For more information about future meetings, call Ann Kuchieski at 323-0417

Friends of the Library Annual Wine Tasting
2018-02-03 19:00 - 21:00
Join us as we celebrate Love Your Library month! Enjoy samples of wines and treats while listening to live acoustic music, all provided by the Friends of the Library. Feel free to bring chocolate or an appetizer to share at this fun, free social event.

Storm Closing: Library Closing at 12pm
2018-02-07 10:00 - 19:00
No fines will be assessed on items due today. Stay safe!
