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SUMMARY:JV Trainings
DESCRIPTION:Students accepted to be Junior Volunteers during the summer of 2024 are expected to attend one JV Training Session before they get scheduled to attend to the Children’s Summer Reading Table over the summer. JVs should register for the session on Thursday\, June 20th from 11AM-12PM or the session on Tuesday\, June 25th from 7-8PM by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com. JVs unable to attend either session should contact clapplibrarytab@gmail.com to schedule a time to meet with Library Staff about training.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/jv-trainings/2024-06-20/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T160000
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SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday
DESCRIPTION:Join the Clapp Memorial Library on our beautiful Common for an evening of fun with live music and food trucks. We will have crafts and activities for all to enjoy. \nThis event is part of our Summer Reading Program and attending is worth a Kids SRP Raffle Ticket! Make sure to sign your child up for Summer Reading at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app. \nProgram made possible by the Belchertown Cultural Council
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/food-truck-friday-2/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Community Event,Concerts & Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T150000
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SUMMARY:Teen Book Club - June Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Clapp Memorial Library has started a book club for teens entering grades 7-12! This Teen Book Club is 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. On Wednesday\, June 26th from 3:00-4:00PM\, teens will discuss Promise Boys by Nick Brooks. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the library’s circulation desk and on the hoopla app. Snacks will be provided at the meeting. Email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com with any questions.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-book-club-june-meeting/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion Groups,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T193000
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CREATED:20240517T190808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T190808Z
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SUMMARY:1969 Stonewall Rebellion
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Event – click here to sign up! \nJoin author Milo Todd on Zoom as he discusses the Stonewall Rebellion\, a grassroots movement that sparked LGBTQ+ rights across the country. \nWhat happened during the multi-night rebellion around the Stonewall Inn in June of 1969? What was the first thing thrown and who threw it? Who took part and who stayed away?Hear the details of what happened and how this ultimately led to the creation of Pride Month. \nNote: This session includes mention of transphobia\, racism\, police brutality\, slurs\, murder\, sexual assault\, and misgendering/deadnaming \nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of the Joshua Hyde Public Library in Sturbridge\, Charlton Public Library and the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge\, who we are partnering with for this event.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/1969-stonewall-rebellion/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Tegan M":MAILTO:tmannino@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20240522T193305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T193305Z
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SUMMARY:Edible Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 27\, 7pm \nSmell your flowers\, and eat them too! Learn about the many types and uses of edible flowers in this class hosted by Lindsey Baird of Oak & Ash Farm. Lindsey will go over which varieties and parts of flowers are edible\, and then teach you how best to enjoy them. You’ll leave with recipes and a collection of edible flowers to try at home. \nAttendees will go home with a list of edible flowers and their seasonality\, as well as a box of edible flowers to enjoy! \nRegistration Required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/uYNog4Aw1JrbFwZj6 \nThis program is made possible by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/edible-flowers/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240701T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240701T200000
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CREATED:20230714T143623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T160537Z
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SUMMARY:Ukulele Play Along (Virtual Event)
DESCRIPTION:Strum along with the Ukulele Play Along on the first Monday every month! \nGrab your ukulele and play along – because playing your ukulele is more fun when you do it with others. We’ll be focusing on 3 and 4 chord songs\, with lyrics and chords provided on screen. Participants will be muted\, so don’t worry about how you sound! \nTo join\, email Julie Stepanek (julie@musicjulie.com) for the Zoom link and to receive the songs for the program. Don’t have a Ukulele? Don’t worry – you can borrow one from us!
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/ukulele-play-along-virtual-event/2024-07-01/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Concerts & Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240705
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T194847Z
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SUMMARY:Library Closing: Independence Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Library will be closed in observation of Independence Day
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/library-closing-independence-day-2024/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T100000
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SUMMARY:Babytime Story time (3-12 mo) Spring 2024
DESCRIPTION:9:00-9:45 AM\, Mondays\, July 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\, August 5 & 12 \nBabytime is for ages 3 – 12 months and begins @ 9:00 AM. Registration is required. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories\, songs\, finger plays and art activities. \nRegistration and confirmation required. Registration open until all slots are filled. If the program is full you will be placed on a wait list. Confirmations and program information will be sent out several days before the program starts. \nSummer Story Times are part of our Summer Reading Program\, starting June 15th. Make sure to sign your child up for Summer Reading at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/babytime-story-time-3-12-mo-spring-2024-2/2024-07-08/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T211903Z
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SUMMARY:Monday Firststeps (12-24 mo) Summer 2024
DESCRIPTION:Monday Firststeps (12-24 months) Spring 2024\n10:00-10:45 AM\, Mondays\, July 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\, August 5 & 12 \nFirststeps is for ages 12 – 24 months and begins @ 10:00 AM. Registration is required. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories\, songs\, finger plays and art activities. \nRegistration and confirmation required. Registration open until all slots are filled. If the program is full you will be placed on a wait list. Confirmations and program information will be sent out several days before the program starts. \nSummer Story Times are part of our Summer Reading Program\, starting June 15th. Make sure to sign your child up for Summer Reading at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/monday-firststeps-12-24-mo-summer-2024/2024-07-08/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T193000
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CREATED:20240529T150604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T151210Z
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SUMMARY:The Rescue of Angeline Palmer
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, July 8th at 6:30pm\, come to the Clapp Memorial Library for a presentation by Cliff McCarthy\, Stone House Museum archivist and author/editor of several books on Belchertown’s history. “The Rescue of Angeline Palmer” is the true story of a free-born\, African American girl who was nearly kidnapped and sold into slavery in the pre-Civil War South. Orphaned at a young age and declared a ward of the town of Amherst\, Angeline Palmer was “bound out” to work in the home of the family of Mason and Susanna (Dwight) Shaw of Belchertown. Only the desperate actions of three heroic Black men kept Angeline from bondage.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/the-rescue-of-angeline-palmer/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20240517T211152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T211152Z
UID:10003119-1720517400-1720521000@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Toddler Time (2 years) Summer 2024
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday Toddler Time (2 years) Summer 2024\n9:30-10:30 am\, Thursdays\, July 9\, 16\, 23\, 30th\, August 6 & 13 \nToddler Storytime is for children aged 2 years\, and begins @ 9:30 AM. Registration is required. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories\, songs\, finger plays and art activities. \nRegistration and confirmation required. Registration open until all slots are filled. If the program is full you will be placed on a wait list. Confirmations and program information will be sent out several days before the program starts. \nSummer Story Times are part of our Summer Reading Program\, starting June 15th. Make sure to sign your child up for Summer Reading at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/tuesday-toddler-time-2-years-summer-2024/2024-07-09/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20240606T202516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T192919Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Teen D&D
DESCRIPTION:Program is full\, new sign-ups will be added to our waitlist and will get an email about our fall campaign. \nCalling all Belchertown Teens for Summer D&D\n1:00-3:00PM\, July 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th\, August 6th and 13th. \nSign up to play in a Summer D&D campaign with GM Jordan Winfield! \nEnter the Feywilds and explore the Dungeons & Dragons multiverse in this fun\, casual\, original campaign! Game will run weekly on Tuesdays\, starting on July 9th and finishing on August 13th. \nWaitlist: https://forms.gle/rWUvtjDHCaZpJZ6v6 \nPlease email any questions to tmannino@cwmars.org
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/summer-teen-dd/2024-07-09/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Games,Teen Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tegan M":MAILTO:tmannino@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20240517T203622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T203726Z
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SUMMARY:Getting Ready for Kindergarten Summer 2024
DESCRIPTION:9:30-10:30 am\, Wednesdays\, July 10\, 17\, 24\, 31\, August 6 & 12\, \nGetting Ready for Kindergarten is for children entering Kindergarten this fall and beings at 9:30 AM. Getting Ready for Kindergarten feature age-appropriate stories\, songs\, finger plays and art activities independent of their caregivers to prepare young children for school. Program will be held in the Children’s Activity Room. \nRegistration and confirmation required\, click here to sign up. Registration open until all slots are filled. If the program is full you will be placed on a wait list. Confirmations and program information will be sent out several days before the program starts. \nSummer Story Times are part of our Summer Reading Program\, starting June 15th. Make sure to sign your child up for Summer Reading at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/getting-ready-for-kindergarten-summer-2024/2024-07-10/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20221018T200643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T190639Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Whodunnits
DESCRIPTION:Our Mystery Book Group is held on the second Wednesday of each month at 1:00 p.m.  Join us as we discuss a different mystery novel each month.  Email mmarszalek@cwmars.org with any questions.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/wednesday-whodunnits/2024-07-10/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Book Discussion Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20240523T143513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T155117Z
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SUMMARY:Caravan Puppets - Read\, Renew\, Repeat
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 6PM on July 10th for an evening full of stories and music on the Library Lawn (in the case of rain\, Town Hall Auditorium)! \nMulti cultural puppet tales that celebrate how we learn (“Read\, Renew”) and we can enjoy taking the time to get things right (repeat!)! Read Renew Repeat! Features original hand crafted puppets and classic stories that teach: “If your patient and you keep trying…. you’ll succeed!!” \nThis event is part of our Summer Reading Program and attending is worth a Kids SRP Raffle Ticket! Make sure to sign your child up for Summer Reading at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app. \nProgram made possible by the Belchertown Cultural Council
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/caravan-puppets/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Community Event,Concerts & Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20240517T205148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T205148Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Story Time (3-6 years) Summer 2024
DESCRIPTION:9:30-10:30 am\, Thursdays\, July 11\, 18\, 25\, August 1\, 8 & 15 \nPreschool Story Time is for ages 3-5 and begins @ 9:30 AM. Registration is required. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories\, songs\, finger plays and art activities. \nRegistration and confirmation required. Registration open until all slots are filled. If the program is full you will be placed on a wait list. Confirmations and program information will be sent out several days before the program starts. \nSummer Story Times are part of our Summer Reading Program\, starting June 15th. Make sure to sign your child up for Summer Reading at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/preschool-story-time-3-6-years-summer-2024/2024-07-11/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240715T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240715T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20240515T134715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T134716Z
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SUMMARY:Big Prize Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Teens ages 12-18 are invited to the library’s third annual Summer Reading Bingo program on Monday\, July 15th from 6:00-7:00PM. Teens will play bingo for the chance to win big prizes like gift cards\, board games\, signed books\, and more! All attendees will earn a raffle ticket for the Teen Summer Reading Program. Teens can sign up for this program at the library or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com. Teens must be registered for the Teen Summer Reading Program to attend.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/big-prize-bingo/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Games,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20240523T151722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T155103Z
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SUMMARY:Gross\, Cool\, Weird Science
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 6PM on July 17th at the Town Hall Auditorium for Gross\, Weird\, Cool Science – Things to make you go “EW!” “What?!” and “WOW!!!” \nThe world is full of gruesomely gross\, wildly weird and incredibly cool things. Animals\, insects\, microbes\, plants\, even the earth itself is full of unbelievable wonders waiting to be explored. In this program we uncover incredible things like… \n\nreal world zombies\nfish that can climb trees\na creature that can grow a whole new body out of it’s head\nan animal that can come back to life after being frozen solid\na worm with more butts than any other animal\nthe world’s most indestructible creature\npink lakes\n\nLife on earth is endlessly fascinating and this program is designed to spark curiosity to discover more\, and never stop discovering! Packed full of amazing examples of grossness\, weirdness and coolness\, this is a fast paced\, fact filled program\, with the same trademark blend of science and silliness as The Poop Museum! \nThis event is part of our Summer Reading Program and attending is worth a Kids SRP Raffle Ticket! Make sure to sign your child up for Summer Reading at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app. \nMade possible by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library and our Community Sponsors
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/gross-cool-weird-science/
LOCATION:Lawrence Memorial Hall (Town Hall) Auditorium\, Belchertown\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T174323Z
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SUMMARY:Dr. Rosie
DESCRIPTION:July 18th\, 2PM \nMeet the author and illustrator of Dr. Rosie Helps the Animals\, an award-winning STEM picture book based on and informed by real-world veterinarians. Jennifer\, the author\, and Rozillia\, the illustrator\, will first tell the story behind the story of Dr. Rosie and then engage kids in an interactive reading. \nFollowing the reading will be a hands-on activity where kids (and their grownups) diagnose and treat a stuffy. Each participant will receive a mini vet kit and diagnostic/treatment sheet to take home. \nRegistration and confirmation required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/a11gu7gDjzz7c12a9 \nThis event is part of our Summer Reading Program and attending is worth a Kids SRP Raffle Ticket! Make sure to sign your child up for Summer Reading at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/dr-rosie/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T120000
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SUMMARY:Friends Book Drop Off Day
DESCRIPTION:Got books? Donating books to the Friends of the Library will be super easy on July 20th & August 10th from 9am to 12pm. Load up your car and drive to the Library where members of the Friends will unload the items. No need to get out of the car! DVDs also accepted but no VHS tapes. Drop off takes place in the Library parking lot.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/23404/2024-07-20/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20240523T155457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T155458Z
UID:10003165-1721844000-1721847600@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Jacques’ Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 6PM on July 24th for an evening of music on the Library Lawn (in the case of rain\, Town Hall Auditorium)! Singing dancing and fun for all ages with Ann Marie Messbauer and Jacques “Pop” Hooten \nThis event is part of our Summer Reading Program and attending is worth a Kids SRP Raffle Ticket! Make sure to sign your child up for Summer Reading at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app. \nMade possible by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library and our Community Sponsors
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/jacques-concert/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Community Event,Concerts & Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20240515T142652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T142652Z
UID:10003091-1722016800-1722020400@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Teen Card-making for Cards for Hospitalized Kids
DESCRIPTION:Teens ages 12-18 are invited to the library to do good by making cards to be sent to Cards for Hospitalized Kids. This program will take place in the library’s Activity Room on Friday\, July 26th from 6:00-7:00PM. Email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com or call the library to register. All attendees will earn up to two additional raffle tickets for the Teen Summer Reading Program!
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-card-making-for-cards-for-hospitalized-kids/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T100000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20240717T153932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T182846Z
UID:10003194-1722070800-1722074400@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Critters of Lake Wallace
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, July 27 to investigate fascinating creatures and critters in Lake Wallace. Join local biologists and parents Caralyn Zehnder and Will Duncan as we learn about the life cycles of aquatic invertebrates like dragonflies and damselflies and sample the lake to see what we can find. Geared towards ages 4 years and up. \n9AM PROGRAM IS FULL.  10:30AM SESSION ADDED\nRegistration is required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/QCQrMQTv3ZqtUaLL6 \nWe will meet at the end of the ball fields. Play clothes and bug spray are highly suggested. The 9am program has filled up\, we are offering a second program at 10:30am. \nAny questions\, call the Clapp Memorial Library at 413-323-0417
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/critters-of-lake-wallace-3/
LOCATION:Foley Field\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T113000
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SUMMARY:Critters of Lake Wallace
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, July 27 to investigate fascinating creatures and critters in Lake Wallace. Join local biologists and parents Caralyn Zehnder and Will Duncan as we learn about the life cycles of aquatic invertebrates like dragonflies and damselflies and sample the lake to see what we can find. Geared towards ages 4 years and up. \nRegistration is required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/QCQrMQTv3ZqtUaLL6 \nWe will meet at the end of the ball fields. Play clothes and bug spray are highly suggested. Our 9am program is full\, join us for the 10:30am program! \nAny questions\, call the Clapp Memorial Library at 413-323-0417
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/critters-of-lake-wallace-4/
LOCATION:Foley Field\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20240321T142722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T194708Z
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SUMMARY:Needle Felted Whales
DESCRIPTION:Come learn the art of needle felting at the Clapp Memorial Library on Monday\, July 29 OR Wednesday\, July 31\, 6-8pm. Local fiber artist Anna Sunschauer will teach you how to sculpt fluffy wool fiber into a whale using felting needles. No prior needle felting experience is necessary\, but it is recommended that all participants have good fine motor skills to avoid injury with the sharp needles. All necessary tools and materials will be provided. \nPROGRAM FULL\, WAITLIST ONLY.  This workshop is open to adults and teens.\nSign up here: https://forms.gle/xwXxN9gFcrC44PmZ6 \nThis program is made possible by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/needle-felted-whales/2024-07-29/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Lessons,Crafts
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20240709T203423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T170424Z
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SUMMARY:Wind Down Storytime with Jason Perkins
DESCRIPTION:When: Tuesday\, July 30th 6:00 PM\nWhere: Clapp Memorial Library Activity Room \nCome hear author Jason Perkins read his rockin’ story Rock Stars Don’t Nap. Everyone is invited to join the fun wearing their PJs\, if you want. After we rock out together\, we will have a creative craft. \nThe book is geared towards children ages 3 to 8 but all ages are welcome. Registration is preferred – let us know you’re coming here: https://forms.gle/7s2YqUVbgdX81Qzg6 \nInspired by classic rock songs and eighties hair bands\, Rock Stars Don’t Nap is a hilarious bedtime story for anyone who’s got “Moves Like Jagger.” \nThere was no denying it: Jimmy was born to rock. With his mom and dad in tow\, Jimmy is rocking and rolling wherever he goes. \nBut when Mama tells Jimmy its time to get some shuteye\, what is a washed-up rock star to do?! \nOdyssey Bookshop will be present if you would like to purchase your own copy to be signed by Jason. \nRead more about this local author and his book here: https://www.masslive.com/entertainment/2023/11/dont-sleep-on-this-chicopee-kids-author.html
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/wind-down-storytime-with-jason-perkins/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T211644Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Book Club - July Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Clapp Memorial Library has started a book club for teens in/entering grades 7-12! This Teen Book Club will be 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. On Wednesday\, July 31st from 3:00-4:00PM\, teens will discuss Throwback by Maurene Goo. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the library’s circulation desk and on the hoopla app. Snacks will be provided at the meeting. Attendees will receive a raffle ticket for the Summer Reading Program.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-book-club-july-meeting/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion Groups,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20240515T142801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T142802Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Crafternoon: DIY Puzzle Piece Jewelry
DESCRIPTION:The Clapp Memorial Library is hosting a Teen Crafternoon for teens ages 12-18 from 4:00-5:00PM on Wednesday\, July 31st in the library’s Activity Room. Teens will learn how to upcycle puzzle pieces into jewelry. Attendees will leave the program with their jewelry pieces and with an additional raffle ticket for the Teen Summer Reading Program. Email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com or visit the library to register.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-crafternoon-diy-puzzle-piece-jewelry/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20240603T152051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T145314Z
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SUMMARY:Whalemobile
DESCRIPTION:PROGRAM FULL \nFor ages 5 to 11. Children under age 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver age 14 or older. \nDo you love marine life\, but don’t have time to make it to the ocean this summer? Have no fear\, Nile is here! This 43 foot life sized inflatable humpback whale is swimming to your local library for a fun\, educational experience. Discover the remarkable similarities between whales and humans\, and have the hands-on-experience of touching real whale artifacts! \nSign up for a 30 minute visit inside Nile the Whale at the Town Hall Auditorium! Visit followed by hands-on activities\, so plan for a full hour for this interactive and fun program.  Visits starting at 6:00PM\, 6:30PM\, 7:00PM\, and 7:30PM! \nRegistration Required – sign up here: https://forms.gle/gUU8ogztPa2p4X857 \nhttps://thewhalemobile.com/
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/whalemobile/
LOCATION:Lawrence Memorial Hall (Town Hall) Auditorium\, Belchertown\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T190501
CREATED:20240515T144741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T144742Z
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SUMMARY:Free Teen Book Hours & Book Swap!
DESCRIPTION:This summer\, Teen Summer Reading Program participants are invited to donate up to two books (preferably Middle Grade or Young Adult) in exchange for picking out up to four books during the Free Teen Book Hours at the library on August 2nd from 5:00-6:00PM and August 7th from 6:00-7:00PM. Donations for the Free Teen Book Hours can be dropped off at the library’s circulation desk. Teens will then be given passes that allow them to take additional books at the FTBHs. Teens do not need to donate a book in order to attend the Free Teen Book Hours. Teens can automatically choose at least one free book at each FTBH they attend. Teens must\, however\, be signed up for the Teen Summer Reading Program to receive a free book. Leftover books after the last FTBH\, and books above and below a MG or YA reading level\, will be donated to the Friends of the Library for their semi-annual booksale.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/free-teen-book-hours-book-swap/2024-08-02/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Teen Events
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