Lunch with Libby
2019-07-02 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Library Closing: Independence Day 2019
2019-07-04 | MA
The Library will be closed in observation of Independence Day.

Moomaw PJ Party
2019-07-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Children of all ages are invited to wear their PJs and enjoy fun music with Mark Moomaw Jackson.
No registration!

Terrarium Making
2019-07-09 16:00 - 18:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Students entering grades 7-12 are invited to join us to learn about the medicinal properties of certain plants, how to best care for them, and how to create a miniature and self-sustaining biome inside of a terrarium.
Registration is required as materials are limited. Register at the library circulation desk or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com. This program will take place downstairs in the CAR.
Program brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Summer Eats @ CHCS
2019-07-10 11:30 - 12:30, 2019-07-16 11:30 - 12:30, 2019-07-25 11:30 - 12:30, 2019-07-30 11:30 - 12:30 | Chestnut Hill Community School, 59 State St, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Clapp Memorial Library will be at Chestnut Hill Community School for Summer Eats!

Chess Camp
2019-07-10 15:00 - 16:30, 2019-07-11 17:30 - 18:45, 2019-07-15 13:00 - 15:00, 2019-07-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2019-07-17 13:00 - 15:00, 2019-07-18 13:00 - 15:00, 2019-07-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
For students ages 11 to 14.
Mike Vitale, a former high school math teacher, will instruct this free week-long camp running July 15-19. Students should know the basic rules. Mr. Vitale has taught game strategies at CHCS and Jabish and can prepare students to play at tournament level. Register today!
Introduction classes will be offered on July 10th from 3-4:30pm and/or July 11th from 5:30-6:45pm. Registration required, attending a class session is recommended for camp participants, stop by the library to sign up.

Caravan Puppets - Journey to the Moon
2019-07-10 18:00 - 18:45 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Caravan Puppets presents Journey to the Moon!
An epic tale of science fact and fiction told with music and fantastic puppets on the Library lawn! If there is rain, the even twill be held in Town Hall.
For all ages welcome, for children registered for A Universe of Stories summer reading program.
Funded by Country Bank.

Oh, Sugar!
2019-07-12 14:30 - 15:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Ages 4 to 8
Friday, July 12th 2:30 pm
Registration is required!
Become a Food Explorer and learn all about sugar at the Clapp Memorial Library. You’ll taste and make treats with a Registered Dietitian, and learn all about which foods have sugar (some might surprise you!)” Get your hands stuck into some fruity spring rolls for a snack. Recipe for this program will be nut free, but will contain dairy. Come hungry!
Call or stop by to register, space is limited.
Participants should be registered for A Universe of Stories, our summer reading program. Funded by Country Bank.

Malik the Magic Guy
2019-07-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Malik the Magic Guy on the library lawn (in the case of rain, in Town Hall).
All ages welcome, no registration.
Program funded in part by Country Bank

Cupcake Wars
2019-07-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Registration is required for this program; register at the library circulation desk or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com.
For teens entering grades 7-12.
Frost, decorate, triumph, snack!
Program brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Learn, Laugh, and Let Go
2019-07-22 19:00 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
For teens entering grades 7-12.
The title says it all, “learn, laugh, and let go.”
Program brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library

Jacques "Pop" Hooten
2019-07-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Music on the lawn with Pop Hooten, all ages welcome.
In the case of rain, event will be moved to Town Hall
Program funded in part by Country Bank

Roller Skating Party
2019-07-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Interskate 91 North, Hampshire Mall, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Roller Skaing party at Interskate 91 in Hadley, from 5PM to 8PM
Get your free ticket at the Library!

Rockets!
2019-07-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2019-07-30 18:00 - 19:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Register for a two-day rocket building and launching program.
Monday, July 29th
6:00 pm at the Clapp Memorial Library
Tuesday, July 30th
6:00 pm at Foley Field (behind the police station)
This free fun family program is for children registered for A Universe of Stories and who are also at least 6 years old. Everyone should attend with an adult. Monday we will build our rockets and on Tuesday we will launch them. Everyone is welcome to come to watch the launching lead by Mike Daponde, who will show us some specialty rockets.
Supplies are limited and registration is mandatory so call or visit the Library today. 323-0417
Slots will first go to children who have not done this program in the past. Children who have can go on a waitlist and we will call you if there is a space.

A Universe of Songs & Stories
2019-07-31 18:00 - 19:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Roger Tinknell and Davis Bates 6:00 pm on the library (town hall if rain), a Universe of Songs and Stories for all ages. No registration.
Funded by a grant from the Belchertown Cultural Council.

Escape the Under (Grades 4-6)
2019-08-02 15:00 - 16:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Escape the Under – A Stranger Things themed Escape Room at the Clapp Memorial Library.
Can you escape the Under before time runs out?
Registration Required
Friday, August 2nd.
3:00PM – Grades 4-6
4:00PM – Grades 7-12
5:00PM – Grades 7-12
6:00PM – Adults

Escape the Under (Grades 7-12)
2019-08-02 16:00 - 17:00, 2019-08-02 17:00 - 18:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States

Escape the Under (Adults)
2019-08-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States

Rolie Polie Guacamole
2019-08-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Rolie Polie Guacamole performs at 10:00 am on the Library lawn (if rain, event will be held at the CHCS Auditorium). All children registered for A Universe of Stories are invited to attend this Concert.
Parents’ Choice Award-winning band from NYC!
No registration.
Program funded in part by Country Bank.
