Clapp Memorial Library

Rocket Launching
2017-08-01 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Everyone is invited to watch the launch of the rockets build on 7/31 at the Rocket Building Workshop. How far can they go?
*This program takes place at the Chestnut Hill Community School field.

Getting Ready for Kindergarten
2017-08-02 09:30 - 10:30, 2017-08-09 09:30 - 10:30, 2017-08-16 09:30 - 10:30
Features stories about going to school, songs, & art activities. Story time is for just children, adults are to remain in the building but not in the story time room. Registration is required and will be determined by lottery.

Music on the Lawn with Donna Lee
2017-08-02 18:00 - 19:00, 2017-08-09 18:00 - 19:00
Local favorite Donna Lee returns for an outdoor concert. Great for families; all ages welcome. Bring a blanket. In case of rain, meet in Town Hall Auditorium.

Preschool Storytime
2017-08-03 09:30 - 10:30, 2017-08-10 09:30 - 10:30, 2017-08-17 09:30 - 10:30
For ages 3-4 year olds. Features age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays, & art activities. Registration is required and is determined by lottery.

Babytime
2017-08-07 09:15 - 10:00, 2017-08-14 09:15 - 10:00
For ages 3-12 months. Features age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays & art activities. Registration is required and is determined by a lottery.

Firststeps
2017-08-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2017-08-14 10:00 - 11:00
For ages 13-24 months. Features age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays & art activities. Registration is required and will be determined by lottery.

Toddlertime
2017-08-08 09:30 - 10:30, 2017-08-15 09:30 - 10:30
Toddlertime is for 2 year olds. Story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays, & art activities. Registration is required and is determined by a lottery.

Build a Better World Roller Skating Party
2017-08-10 17:00 - 21:00
Participants in the Build a Better World Summer Reading Program are invited to a Roller Skating Party at Interskate 91 in Hadley. Pick up free tickets at the Library.

We have distributed all Solar Viewing Glasses!
2017-08-14 - 2017-08-21
The Solar Eclipse 2017 is coming on August 21. While the view from Massachusetts will be partial, please be aware that eclipse viewers still need appropriate protective eyewear. The response to our give-away was immense and we gave away all glasses within 7 hours! According to the NASA website, eclipse viewing glasses and handheld solar viewers should meet all the following criteria: certification information with a designated ISO 12312-2 international standard; manufacturer’s name and address printed somewhere on the product; should not be used if they older than three years, or have scratched or wrinkled lenses. The glasses that were distributed by the Library met these safety standards. Join us on the Library lawn for viewing on August 21, 2017. We’ll have drinks and snacks. The action begins around 1:20 pm.

Magic with Ed Popielarczyk
2017-08-15 09:30 - 22:30
Join us on the Library lawn for a comical Magic Show featuring the always entertaining Ed Popielarczyk. Bring a blanket or chair. In the event of rain, program wil take place in Town Hall Auditorium.

Build a Better World Summer Reading Party
2017-08-16 06:00 - 20:00
All participants who complete the Summer Reading Program are invited to a party at the Belchertown High School Auditorium. Comic mime Robert Rivest will entertain while motivating all to build a better inner and outer world. Get a free book, ice cream, and more!

Library closed in celebration of Labor Day.
2017-09-04

Dusty Miller Reads from "Danger Under Ground"
2017-09-11 18:30 - 19:30
Local mystery author Dusty Miller will discuss and read from her third Alice Ott mystery, “Danger Under Ground”. Alice is a crime-solving nonagenarian sleuth who bears a striking similarity to real-life environmental activist Francis Crowe.

International Talk Like a Pirate Day
2017-09-19 10:00 - 19:00

Library closes at 2 pm
2017-09-22 14:00 - 18:00
Early closing due to Belchertown Fair.

Library Closed
2017-09-23
The Library is closed due to the Belchertown Fair.

Music for Young Ones with Pops Hooten
2017-09-27 09:30 - 22:30
Infants to age 5 and their caregivers are invited to join Pops Hooten for some musical fun on Wednesday mornings. Please call 323-0417 to register.

A Supernatural Evening with Jeff Belanger
2017-09-27 19:00 - 20:00
Jeff Belanger is a paranormal researcher, investigator, and author of more than a dozen books on the paranormal. He’s the Emmy-nominated host, writer, and producer of New England Legends on PBS and the series writer/researcher for the Ghost Adventures show on the Travel channel. His talk will include images, audio clips, and video from some of the world’s most infamous haunts, plus a question and answer period.

Jazz Bones in Concert
2017-09-29 19:00 - 20:00

Library Opens at 1pm Today
2017-10-03 13:00 - 19:00
The Library will be closed 10am to 1pm for a staff training.

Music for Young Ones with Pops Hooten
2017-10-04 09:30 - 10:30
Infants to age 5 and their caregivers are invited to join in some musical fun with Pops Hooten. Please register by calling 323-0417.

Library closed. Columbus Day.
2017-10-09
