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SUMMARY:Princess Story Time with the Wayfinder
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 5:30PM on July 29th at the Town Hall Auditorium! \nMeet our visiting princess from Alyssa’s Happily Ever Afters! Sing some of her favorite songs\, hear her story\, and take your picture with her.  Wear a costume or come as you are!  There will be some crafts and activities to do while you wait your turn to meet Wayfinder.  This program will be held in the town hall auditorium and requires registration.  All children who register for this program must be registered for Plant a Seed\, Read!\, our summer reading program.  Ages 2 and up.  Children can also register for the Moana movie\, showing at the Library at 7 pm. \nSign up for the Princess Story Time or to join us for Moana here: https://forms.gle/79dN4uviMkqwskEK9 \nFunded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library and our Community Sponsors.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/princess-story-time-with-the-wayfinder/
LOCATION:Lawrence Memorial Hall (Town Hall) Auditorium\, Belchertown\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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SUMMARY:Teen Book Club (July 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, July 29th from 3:00-4:00PM \nAre 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. July’s meeting will be Wednesday\, July 29th from 3:00-4:00PM. Teens will discuss Into the Sunken City by Dinesh Thiru. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the library’s circulation desk and on the Libby and hoopla apps. Snacks will be provided at the meeting. Email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com with any questions. \nAll attendees will earn a raffle ticket for the Teen Summer Reading Program.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-book-club-july-2026/
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:20260724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T200000
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SUMMARY:Studio Ghibli Movie Night - Spirited Away
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, July 24th at 6:00PM \nTeens and tweens entering grades 6-12 are invited to the Clapp Memorial Library for a Studio Ghibli Movie Night on Friday\, July 24th at 6:00PM! Join us as we watch Spirited Away\, a perfect film to pair with this year’s Summer Reading theme: Plant a Seed\, Read! Free popcorn and beverages will be provided. Students can sign up for the program at the library or by emailing macona@cwmars.org. \nParticipants of the Teen Summer Reading Program will earn a raffle ticket for their attendance. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/studio-ghibli-movie-night-spirited-away/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T183000
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SUMMARY:Games Night
DESCRIPTION:July 22nd at 5PM at the Clapp Memorial Library! \nCome play at the Library! Board games\, card games\, and lawn games. Mathematics and literacy will be highlighted in several games for kids of all ages. The main floor and library lawn will have fun stations set up for families to explore. Stop by anytime but to have enough time to enjoy some games\, please arrive by 6 pm. Some of the stations will teach families a new game and each family who participates will receive a free game to bring home. Games were donated by Learn2Play and are geared towards ages 4 to 8. No registration required. \nGames Night is part of our Summer Reading Program\, Plant a Seed\, Read!  Join in on Summer Reading fun at https://clapplibrary.beanstack.org/ or through the beanstack app.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/games-night/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Games
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T180000
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SUMMARY:Puzzle Competition
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to puzzle? Sign up in a team of two for a speed puzzling competition where pairs of contestants race to finish a 500 piece puzzle. The 1st place finishers receive a puzzle. \nRegistration required – sign your team up here for our July 22nd Puzzle Competition: https://forms.gle/2BAWCHRVQnDoPgZc7 \nThe puzzles for this program were generously donated by Ravensburger. \nCelebrate Summer Reading with us! Sign up at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/puzzle-competition-3/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T190000
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SUMMARY:Emily and J.G.
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Clapp Memorial Library on Monday\, July 20 at 6pm for Emily & J.G.\, a lively conversation that will touch the heart. For much of her life\, Poet Emily Dickinson corresponded with Belchertown’s own J.G. Holland and his wife\, sharing the intimate moments of their lives through language—currents of the 19th century\, recipes\, snippets of poems\, news of children\, the nature of friendship\, love\, art\, longing and grief. \nThe conversation between Emily and Dr. Holland brings to life the ideas\, humor and wisdom of the lifelong relationship between the poet who never married\, the traditional Victorian woman raising a family (Mrs. Holland) and her husband—the renowned writer of his day\, whose newspaper\, The Springfield Daily Republican\, printed the only poems Emily published in her lifetime. \nThis program is funded in part by a grant from the Belchertown Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/emily-and-j-g/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T103000
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SUMMARY:Messy Outside Art Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 10AM on July 18th for a morning of fun on the Library Lawn \nArt fun for everyone who doesn’t mind getting messy! Visit the CML to create and explore with paint\, glue\, water\, bubbles\, shaving cream\, and more. Wear play clothes\, sunscreen\, and bug spray and bring a towel. Activities are geared towards children ages 2-7\, but all are welcome. No registration required. If we need to cancel due to inclement weather\, we will post on our website and social media pages. \nMessy Outside Art Day is part of our Summer Reading Program\, Plant a Seed\, Read!  Join in on Summer Reading fun at https://clapplibrary.beanstack.org/ or through the beanstack app.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/messy-outside-art-day/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Crafts,Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T180000
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SUMMARY:Sourdough Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Amanda of Morning Glory Bread to learn how to make sourdough bread using a basic and intuitive approach. You will learn simple strategies for maintaining a sourdough starter\, a straightforward method for mixing and working with dough\, and various methods to bake your own sourdough bread. All attendees leave the class with bread dough ready to proof and bake\, a jar of starter\, and a freshly baked loaf of bread. No prior experience required! \nRegistration required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/VBCsyodRpypYAr6w8 \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/sourdough-workshop/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T175356Z
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SUMMARY:Two Dinosaurs Are Better Than One
DESCRIPTION:Talking Hands Theatre\, a woman-owned puppet company based in Shutesbury\, brings you this musical tabletop show featuring brightly colored dinosaurs. Meet different kinds of dinosaurs from the Jurassic Era\, and find out what the dinosaurs plan to do about that big carnivore\, Allosaurus\, who is pushing everyone around! \nNo registration required. Children should be registered for Plant A Seed\, Read! This event will take place on the Library lawn. Bring chairs\, blankets\, water\, and bug spray. In case of rain\, it will be moved to the Town Hall Auditorium. \nFunded in part by The Belchertown Cultural Council\, a local agency funded by Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/two-dinosaurs-are-better-than-one/
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:20260715T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T173000
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SUMMARY:Stitched Journals Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, July 15th from 4:00-5:30PM \nTeens and their adult loved ones are invited to the library on Wednesday\, July 15th from 4:00-5:00PM for an Intergenerational Stitched Journal Workshop with Lisa Hersey of Antler Editions! At this beginner class\, participants will make two blank journals with pockets in the back. Materials\, tools\, and instruction will be provided. \nSpace is limited\, and preference will be given to teen/adult pairs from Belchertown.  Registration required\, registration opens on June 15th \nThis program is funded in part by a grant from the Belchertown Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/stitched-journals-workshop/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Crafts,Teen Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T210141Z
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SUMMARY:Aquatic Macroinvertebrates at Lake Wallace
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 11th\, 9:00 AM\nAges 4-11 \nJoin us to investigate fascinating creatures and critters in Lake Wallace. Local biologists/parents\, Caralyn Zehnder and Will Duncan\, will show us the life cycles of aquatic invertebrates like dragonflies and damselflies and sample the lake to see what we can find. Lake Wallace is located behind the police station next to Foley Field. Play clothes\, rain or water boots\, and bug spray are suggested. \nRegistration is required.  Sign up here: https://forms.gle/C1Yd9v6CaevZbQwM6\nChildren should also be registered for our summer reading program\, Plant A Seed\, Read! \nWe will meet at the end of the ball fields. Play clothes\, rain or water boots\, and bug spray are suggested.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/aquatic-macroinvertebrates-at-lake-wallace/
LOCATION:Foley Field\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T190000
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SUMMARY:Cookbook Club (July 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Do you like browsing cookbooks and trying new recipes? In the Cookbook Club\, we each make a recipe from a cookbook and bring it for everyone to try. Taste\, enjoy\, and chat with your new cookbook friends! The July cookbook is Modern Comfort Food by Ina Garten \nRegistration & confirmation required.  Sign up here: https://forms.gle/SHmqKTd8ZDVmxr6h8
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/cookbook-club-july-2026/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion Groups,Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T163000
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SUMMARY:Big Prize Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, July 10th from 3:00-4:30PM in Town Hall Auditorium \nTeens ages 12-18 are invited to the library’s fifth annual Summer Reading Bingo program on Friday\, July 10th from 3:00-4:30PM. Teens will play bingo for the chance to win big prizes like gift cards\, signed books and swag\, puzzles\, and more! All attendees will earn a raffle ticket for the Teen Summer Reading Program. Teens can sign up for the program at the library or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com. Teens must be registered for the Teen Summer Reading Program to attend. This program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/big-prize-bingo-3/
LOCATION:Lawrence Memorial Hall (Town Hall) Auditorium\, Belchertown\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T140416Z
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SUMMARY:The Curious Giraffe Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 6PM on in the Town Hall Auditorium for an interactive show with local author\, Dorothy Cresswell. Through songs and stories\, children will learn about animals and be part of discussions about diversity\, welcoming one and all\, and recognizing the wonder in the world. \n\n  \nFollowing the show\, the Odyssey Bookshop will have a table available for families to purchase Dorothy’s book and have them signed. \nDorothy Cresswell is a Nationally Board Certified Early Childhood teacher. She taught preschool through third grade in Massachusetts public schools and private day care centers for over thirty years. In “retirement” Dorothy enjoyed creating 75 “Curious Giraffe Shows” which kept her exploring how children think about our diverse and challenging world. \nThe Curious Giraffe Show is part of our Summer Reading Program\, Plant a Seed\, Read!  Join in on Summer Reading fun at https://clapplibrary.beanstack.org/ or through the beanstack app.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/the-curious-giraffe-show-2/
LOCATION:Lawrence Memorial Hall (Town Hall) Auditorium\, Belchertown\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Concerts & Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T180000
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SUMMARY:Puzzle Competition
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to puzzle? Sign up in a team of two for a speed puzzling competition where pairs of contestants race to finish a 500 piece puzzle. The 1st place finishers receive a puzzle. \nRegistration required – sign your team up here for our July 8th Puzzle Competition: https://forms.gle/eDR9wxHVh4g5GquF7 \nThe puzzles for this program were generously donated by Ravensburger. \nCelebrate Summer Reading with us! Sign up at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/puzzle-competition-2/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Contests
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T193000
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SUMMARY:Zen Coloring with Crayons
DESCRIPTION:Join us to create your own zen masterpiece with crayons! All experience levels welcome.\nMarie Tucker will lead you step by step to make your own beautiful work of art. \nRegistration required.  Sign up here: https://forms.gle/mNY9SWHF3niWJhv78\nDue to the high popularity of the program and limited capacity\, seats will be filled by lottery drawn from all registrants signed up by Monday\, June 29. \nCelebrate Summer Reading with us! Sign up at clapplibrary.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/zen-coloring-with-crayons/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Crafts,Visual Art
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260705
DTSTAMP:20260614T023939
CREATED:20251204T170417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T150906Z
UID:10004688-1783036800-1783209599@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Library Closing: Independence Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Library will be closed in observation of Independence Day
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/library-closing-independence-day-2026/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T193000
DTSTAMP:20260614T023939
CREATED:20260520T144425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T144500Z
UID:10005506-1782928800-1782934200@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:ViewFinder Exhibition and Award Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a reception and awards ceremony on Wednesday\, July 1 at 6pm at Clapp Memorial Library for the winners of the ViewFinder: Belchertown Nature Photography Contest. This contest\, sponsored by the Clapp Memorial Library\, Friends of Lake Wallace\, Quabbin Photo Group\, and the Belchertown Creative Economy Committee\, showcases local photographers capturing the natural diversity of Belchertown. Light refreshments will be served. The winning photographs will be displayed at the Library throughout the month of July and\, after that\, will be on the Town of Belchertown website.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/viewfinder-exhibition-and-award-reception/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Children's Events,Community Event,Contests,Teen Events,Visual Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T163000
DTSTAMP:20260614T023939
CREATED:20260406T203243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T203244Z
UID:10005363-1782831600-1782837000@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Pride Movie Matinee: Stonewall Uprising
DESCRIPTION: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. \nStonewall Uprising (2010)\, TV14\, 1hr 22min\nIn the early morning hours of June 28\, 1969\, police raided the Stonewall Inn\, a popular gay bar in the Greenwich Village section of New York City. Such raids were not unusual in the late 1960s\, an era when homosexual sex was illegal in every state but Illinois. That night\, however\, the street erupted into violent protests and demonstrations that lasted for the next six days. \nThe Stonewall riots\, as they came to be known\, marked a major turning point in the modern gay civil rights movement in the United States and around the world. \nPublic performance rights provided through Kanopy
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/pride-movie-matinee-stonewall-uprising/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event,Film,Teen Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tegan M":MAILTO:tmannino@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2761978;-72.3998528
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Clapp Memorial Library 19 South Main Street Belchertown MA 01007 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=19 South Main Street:geo:-72.3998528,42.2761978
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T173000
DTSTAMP:20260614T023939
CREATED:20260518T175750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T154455Z
UID:10005436-1782748800-1782754200@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Cupcake Wars
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, June 29th from 4:00-5:30PM \nTeens 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 end of the program. \nAll attendees will earn a raffle ticket for the Teen Summer Reading Program; the winner will receive a gift certificate to Carefree Cakery in North Amherst. Teens can sign up for the program at the library or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com. Teens must be registered for the Teen Summer Reading Program to attend. Space is limited. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/cupcake-wars-8/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contests,Crafts,Teen Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T023939
CREATED:20260519T174601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T174807Z
UID:10005500-1782554400-1782561600@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Touch A Truck
DESCRIPTION: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 ice cream truck. Children can stop by the summer reading table for a free book\, while supplies last. No registration required. This is a rain or shine event but not a storm event. \nThe event is funded in part by the Friends of Clapp Memorial Library. Free books are funded by the Friends of Clapp Memorial Library and a Coordinated Family and Community Engagement grant.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/touch-a-truck/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T173000
DTSTAMP:20260614T023939
CREATED:20260518T175509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T175513Z
UID:10005435-1782316800-1782322200@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Teen Crafternoon: Diamond-Painting Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 24th from 4:00-5:30PM \nTeens 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. \nAll attendees will earn a raffle ticket for the Teen Summer Reading Program. Teens must be registered for the Teen Summer Reading Program to attend. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-crafternoon-diamond-painting-pollinators-2/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts,Teen Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T023939
CREATED:20260518T175211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T175213Z
UID:10005434-1782313200-1782316800@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Teen Book Club (June 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 24th from 3:00-4:00PM \nAre 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. June’s meeting will be Wednesday\, June 24th from 3:00-4:00PM. Teens will discuss The Dead of Summer by Ryan La Sala. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the library’s circulation desk and on the Libby and hoopla apps. Snacks will be provided at the meeting. Email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com with any questions. \nAll attendees will earn a raffle ticket for the Teen Summer Reading Program.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-book-club-june-2026-2/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion Groups,Teen Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T023939
CREATED:20260406T203009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T203012Z
UID:10005362-1782226800-1782234000@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Pride Movie Matinee: The Birdcage
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe Birdcage (1996)\, R\, 2hr\nA gay couple who run a nightclub are challenged to play it straight when their son brings home his fiancée—the daughter of an ultraconservative senator. \nStarring Robin Williams\, Nathan Lane\, Gene Hackman\, Dianne Wiest\, Dan Futterman \nPublic performance rights provided through SWANK
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/pride-movie-matinee-the-birdcage/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event,Film
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tegan M":MAILTO:tmannino@cwmars.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T180000
DTSTAMP:20260614T023939
CREATED:20260511T163420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T145534Z
UID:10005376-1781974800-1781978400@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Pamela Means Presents: Black\, Brown Beige
DESCRIPTION: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. This concert honors artists who have used their voices\, their lives\, and their art to call out injustice\, inspire compassion\, and prove possibilities of a just and loving world. Highlighted artists include Bessie Smith\, Leadbelly\, Nina Simone\, Louis Armstrong\, Billie Holiday\, Marvin Gaye\, Tracy Chapman\, Prince\, and more! Inimitable voices that have played an integral part of our nation’s history from its earliest formation to the present day. In case of rain\, the concert will take place inside Town Hall. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/pamela-means-presents-black-brown-beige/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2761978;-72.3998528
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620
DTSTAMP:20260614T023939
CREATED:20251204T170317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T170317Z
UID:10004687-1781827200-1781913599@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Library Closing: Juneteenth 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Library will be closed in observation of Juneteenth
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/library-closing-juneteenth-2026/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
GEO:42.2761978;-72.3998528
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T184500
DTSTAMP:20260614T023939
CREATED:20260515T163700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T143831Z
UID:10005378-1781803800-1781808300@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:LibraryBEATS! Drum and Rhythm Circle
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Juneteenth at the Clapp Memorial Library! \nLibraryBEATS! Drum and Rhythm with Otha Day is a fun and lively drumming circle.  Otha believes that rhythm has the power to build community\, promote well-being\, and create joy.  Let’s share this experience together. \nThe drumming circle will be on the Library’s front lawn. Bring chairs or blankets but no experience in percussion is needed.  In case of inclement weather\, we will meet in the Town Hall Auditorium. \nGeared towards ages 3 to 10.  Children under the age of 10 must have a caregiver at least 14 years old on the Library property \n Funded in part by The Belchertown Cultural Council\, a local agency funded by Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/librarybeats-drum-and-rhythm-circle/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Children's Events,Community Event,Concerts & Music,Teen Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T164500
DTSTAMP:20260614T023939
CREATED:20260406T202815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T202817Z
UID:10005361-1781622000-1781628300@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Pride Movie Matinee: The Children’s Hour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe Children’s Hour (1962)\, PG\, 1hr 47min\nBased on the play of the same name by Lillian Hellman\, this movie tells the story of two women who start a boarding school and have their lives ruined by a lie. This movie was only possible due to an amendment to the Hayes code the previous year\, and is the second film adaptation of the play by director William Wyler. \nStarring Audrey Hepburn\, Shirley MacLaine\, James Garner\, and Miriam Hopkins \nPublic performance rights provided through SWANK
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/pride-movie-matinee-the-childrens-hour/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event,Film,Teen Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tegan M":MAILTO:tmannino@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2761978;-72.3998528
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Clapp Memorial Library 19 South Main Street Belchertown MA 01007 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=19 South Main Street:geo:-72.3998528,42.2761978
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T023939
CREATED:20260422T161920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T162013Z
UID:10005369-1781344800-1781348400@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Fabric of the Revolution Workshop
DESCRIPTION:On June 13 at 10am\, local fiber artist Holly Field will be hosting an activity at the Clapp Memorial Library where participants can make their own copy of George Washington’s headquarters flag\, the Washington Standard. This flag was flown during the Revolutionary War to mark Washington’s position in camp and on the battlefield. During the activity\, participants will dye a Washington Standard of their own using a natural Indigo dye bath to color our flags blue. The cotton fabric we will be using has been pre-treated so that the dye will not stick to the area where the stars are\, creating the star pattern as if by magic when the flag is removed from the dye. The dyeing process can be messy so please dress appropriately. This activity is limited to 18 participants\, ages 10 to adult\, and will take place on the front lawn of the library. Kids under 13 need to be accompanied by an adult. Click here to sign up. \nThis program is funded in part by a grant from the Belchertown Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/fabric-of-the-revolution-workshop/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Children's Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Crafts,Teen Events,Visual Art
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2761978;-72.3998528
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T023939
CREATED:20260513T202340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T142336Z
UID:10005377-1781031600-1781035200@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Fabric of the Revolution: Recreating a 13 Star American Flag
DESCRIPTION:On June 9\, 2026\, join fiber artist Holly Field for a talk about her project “The Fabric of a Revolution: Recreating a 13 Star American Flag.” She will discuss the process of creating a historically accurate 18th century American flag\, and display her finished product. In her talk she will share how her flag was constructed – starting with the raw materials of sheep’s fleece and flax\, then spinning\, weaving\, dyeing\, and finally sewing – as well as the connection to people in American history who would have been involved in these same processes. \nTalk from 7 – 7:30 followed by discussion with the artist until 8pm. The flag will continue to be on display at Clapp Memorial Library through June. \nThis program is funded in part by a grant from the Belchertown Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/fabric-of-the-revolution/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
GEO:42.2761978;-72.3998528
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