Belchertown Community Bell Choir
2019-05-10 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Come to the library for a performance of the Belchertown Community Bell Choir!

Music with Pops!
2019-05-22 10:00 - 11:00, 2019-05-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Music with Pop (infants – age 5)
10:00 am, Wednesdays, March 27, April 3rd, 24th, May 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th
Music in the morning! Sign-up online and join us for Music with Pop Hooten. Spaces will be filled first by children who reside within Belchertown. Funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.

TAB & Movie Night
2019-05-24 18:30 - 21:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Great Scott! The Clapp Memorial Library is hosting a Teen Advisory Board and Movie Night on Friday, May 24th from 6:30-9PM, and all students in grades 7-12 are invited to join! We’ll have a brief discussion about future library programs, and then spend the rest of the evening eating pizza and watching Back to the Future (PG).
Registration is required as space (and pizza!) is limited. Please register at the library circulation desk in person or by calling (413) 323-0417, or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com. We hope to see you there!

Library Closing: Memorial Day 2019
2019-05-27 | MA
The Library will be closed in observation of Memorial Day.

Happy Back with Dr. Scott Fuller
2019-06-01 16:00 - 17:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Join us for a free lecture with Dr. Scott on how to take care of your back and neck pain. You don’t have back or neck pain? Lucky you, let’s keep it that way. Learn how to keep your back healthy and happy.
Dr. Scott Fuller, DC, received his Doctorate of Chiropractic Degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, IA in 1989. He maintains a private practice (Fuller Chiropractic) in Woburn, MA, since 1993.
Dr. Fuller is a sought after presenter to hospitals, schools, and companies covering spinal health, pain prevention, ADHD, brain nutrition, disease prevention, stress management, exercise and sports performance, chiropractic, ergonomics, motivation, and work safety and productivity. Dr. Fuller has a local cable television show in Woburn called “Health Source,” which has aired for 23 years with 290 episodes completed.
Following Dr. Fuller’s presentation there will be a book signing. Copies of Happy Back will be available for purchase, $15, cash or check accepted.

Lunch with Libby
2019-06-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2019-07-02 12:00 - 13:00 | 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.

Song Workshop
2019-06-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
For teachers, parents, librarians and caregivers
With Dorothy Cresswell Thursday, June 6th 7:00 pm Clapp Memorial Library
Parents, librarians and teachers, like the children, need fresh material to keep their lives and jobs stimulating. We are all multi-sensory, and music wakes up the senses. It lowers the tension level. Certain songs can build social skills and create an inclusive welcoming atmosphere and affirm all children’s ideas. Zipper songs, movement songs, funny songs, peaceful songs can all help a classroom or home to stay a positive learning environment. With original songs and resources from the national teacher/song-writer organization the Children’s Music Network, Dorothy can offer a wealth of music. Classic songs have their place, but new music opens new doorways of the mind and heart.
Dorothy Cresswell is a retired early childhood teacher with over 30 years of classroom experience. Dorothy created a local children’s tv show “The Curious Giraffe Show” that is in its third year and has over 40 programs recorded so far. In 2018 her two CDs of original music earned the Preferred Choice Award and the Seal of Excellence from Creative Child Magazine, from a panel of parents and educators.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Belchertown Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Silly Goose and Val
2019-06-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Clapp Memorial Library – Main floor
Award-winning artist, Valerie Leonhart Smalkin and Silly Goose will present energetic song-filled performance, populated with a magical array of puppets, bold-voice talents, and contagious dances that will surely get you and your little ones up, moving, and laughing together. A recipient of Maryland State Arts Council Grants for theatre performance and non-classical composition, Val and her friends will delight the child with and in you!
Funded by the Friends of Clapp Memorial Library

Paint night with bunnies
2019-06-12 19:30 - 20:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Stressed out by finals? Need to get away from studying for a little while? Just want to spend time with friends and cute animals? The Clapp Memorial Library invites students in grades 7-12 to join us on Wednesday, June 12th from 7:30-8:30PM for Paint Night with Bunnies! We’ll have bunnies to cuddle with and watercolor and origami crafts led by local artist Teresa Fischer, as well as snacks and tea provided.
Registration is encouraged; register at the library circulation desk or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com. This event has been made possible through an MBLC Teen Summer Grant.

Moon Gazing - School Gardens
2019-06-14 20:30 - 22:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Join the Clapp Memorial Library and the Belchertown School Garden coordinator, Louise Levy, as we gaze upon the moon to kick-off summer reading! Be prepared for mosquitoes. We will meet at the gardens between SRE and CHCS. More telescopes welcome.

Teen Murder Mystery Night
2019-06-17 18:30 - 20:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The year is 1874, the place is Lord Archibald Weatherby’s reclusive estate on the English countryside, and you have been cordially invited to a dinner that is simply to die for. Join us at the Clapp Memorial Library to solve the murder of one of our honored guests in a game in which your choices completely determine the outcome. Do you have what it takes to become a world-renowned Victorian sleuth, or will your follies lead to your destruction? Join us and find out!
This program is open to students entering grades 7-12. Registration is required as characters are limited. Please register at the library circulation desk in person or by calling 323-0417, or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com. Pizza and drinks will be provided, please let us know of any food allergies.

Book Reading: Lola, the Roving Reporter
2019-06-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Children’s author, puppeteer, and educator Essie Laflamme will be visiting the Clapp Memorial Library!
Essie’s “Sweet Echo Stories” foster the spirit of caring for others with great love, kindness, and humor.

Food Truck Friday
2019-06-21 16:00 - 21:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Food Truck Fridays return to Belchertown – and we’ll be there to celebrate with you. Games, coloring, reading, and summer reading registration!

Star Wars Origami
2019-06-29 10:00 - 12:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
“Do. Or do not. There is no try.”
Practice your paper folding skills to recreate favorite Star Wars characters.
All ages, all welcome.
Some patience required

Summer Hours Start!
2019-07-01 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Through Labor Day the Clapp Memorial Library will be open for our NEW summer hours.
Mon: 9am-1pm
Tue/Wed/Thu: 10am-7pm
Fri/Sat: 9am-1pm
Don’t forget to come in to claim your Summer Reading prizes!

Summer Eats @ CHCS
2019-07-01 11:30 - 12:30, 2019-07-10 11:30 - 12:30, 2019-07-16 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!

Starlab! (Ages 4-6)
2019-07-01 13:30 - 14:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Springfield Science Museum’s Planetarium
Monday, July 1st – Registration required.
1:30 pm—2 pm Ages 4 to 6 years
2 pm—2:45 pm Ages 7 to 11 years
3 pm—3:45 pm Ages 7 to 11 years
Children must be registered for a Universe of Stories summer reading program.
Call the library or stop by to register for this great program! Email me with any questions. If the weather is nice we will have the big blue blocks on the front lawn for younger and older siblings to play with while you wait. If it rains, we will have them in the downstairs room. The Starlab is really amazing, we hope you can make it.
Funded by Country Bank.

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.

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 | 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.
