Clapp Memorial Library

The Curious Giraffe Show
2018-07-26 09:30 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | 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, 2018-08-09 16:00 - 17:00, 2018-08-16 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.

Music with Pops
2018-07-27 10:00 - 11:00, 2018-08-03 10:00 - 11:00, 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.

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

Magic the Gathering & Board Games
2018-08-01 16:00 - 18:00, 2018-08-08 16:00 - 18:00 | 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

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!

T.A.R.G.E.T. Book Club
2018-08-07 19:00 - 20:00, 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.

Music on the Lawn with Donna Lee
2018-08-08 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.

Humans vs. Zombies
2018-08-08 19:30 - 21:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Calling all Teens!

An ultimate game of capture the flag between team human and team zombie, with prizes for the winning team.

Registration is encouraged, please register at the library or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com

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!

Ukulele Strum Along
2018-09-05 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.
