Clapp Memorial Library

Cookbook Club
2025-02-28 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The program is full. If you’d like more information, please email Marcin.
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!

Fiber Arts with the Woolies
2025-03-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet twice a week at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you’re interested in knitting, crocheting, felting, weaving, embroidery, needle point, sewing, or another fiber art, you’re welcome to join the fun.

Friends Wine Tasting Event
2025-03-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Friends of Clapp Memorial Library invite you to come by the Library on March 1st, 7PM to 9PM, when they will be hosting their annual free wine tasting event Light refreshments and nonalcoholic beverages will be available. This is a great opportunity to meet your neighbors and see your library. You must be 21+ to attend.
Snow date is March 8th.

Ukulele Play Along (Virtual Event)
2025-03-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, MA
Strum along with the Ukulele Play Along on the first Monday every month!
Grab 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!
To 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!

Wuthering Heights Book Group
2025-03-04 14:00 - 15:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Have you ever wanted to take the time to discuss a novel in depth? In this six-session group, we will discuss the Gothic novel, Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte. The discussion will be introduced and facilitated by retired professor David Spector. After registration is confirmed, participants can pick up a copy of the novel to keep, while supplies last.
Registration and confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/y8m4xFjRf86mVume9
The group will meet from 2 to 3:30 PM on Tuesdays from January 28 through March 4 in the Library’s activity room.
A public screening of the classic 1939 William Wyler film version with Laurence Olivier and Merle Oberon is set for Tuesday, March 4 at 7 PM.

Wuthering Heights movie screening
2025-03-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Join us at the Clapp Memorial Library on Tuesday, March 4 at 7 PM for a public screening of the classic 1939 William Wyler film version of Wuthering Heights with Laurence Olivier and Merle Oberon. Popcorn will be provided. All are welcome – even if you haven’t read the book, come see the movie!

Fiber Arts with the Woolies
2025-03-06 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-03-13 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-03-20 17:00 - 18:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet weekly at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you’re interested in knitting, crocheting, felting, weaving, embroidery, needle point, sewing, or another fiber art, you’re welcome to join the fun.

Jazzified Pop
2025-03-07 18:30 - 19:30 | Belchertown United Church of Christ, ​18 Park Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Embark on a captivating musical journey with “Jazzified Pop,” and immerse yourself in an evening that not only celebrates the enduring appeal of popular music but also delves into the boundless realms of jazz interpretation. From iconic melodies of The Beatles to the timeless tunes of Elvis Presley and the legendary tracks of Queen, both jazz enthusiasts and devoted lovers of pop melodies will experience an unforgettable night that showcases the power of musical innovation. This program will take place at the Belchertown United Church of Christ.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.

TAB Community Can! Food Drive
2025-03-10 - 2025-03-14 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Community Can!… make a difference!
The Clapp Memorial Library’s Teen Advisory Board will be collecting nonperishables at the library in their first ever Community Can! Food Drive March 10th through the 14th. There will be a designated donation box inside the library during those dates. Donations will be sorted by Teen Advisory Board members and distributed amongst Belchertown food pantries. TAB is a group of 7th-12th grade students who meet monthly during the school year to propose library programming for teens, provide input on teen services, volunteer, and have fun. New members are welcome.

Babytime Story time (3-12 mo) Spring 2025
2025-03-10 09:00 - 09:45, 2025-03-17 09:00 - 09:45 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Babytime Story time (3-12 mo) Spring 2025
9:00-9:45 AM, Mondays, Mar 10, 17, 24, 31, Apr 28 & May 5
Babytime 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.
Registration and confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/SMT6g9315DR9NVhVA. 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.

First Steps Storytime (12-24 months) Spring 2025
2025-03-10 10:00 - 10:45, 2025-03-17 10:00 - 10:45 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Monday Firststeps (12-24 months) Spring 2025
10:00-10:45 AM, Mondays, Mar 10, 17, 24, 31, Apr 28 & May 5
Firststeps 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.
Registration and confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/jdQiaTGikFYtMPVt7. 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.

Create Better Health
2025-03-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts, in partnership with SNAP-Ed, offers a nutrition education program at the Clapp Memorial Library. Learn about Explore MyPlate healthy eating guidelines, learn to decipher the nutrition facts labels and how to make a budget-friendly meal, and get tips to add more exercise into your daily routine.

Toddler Time (2 year olds) Spring 2025
2025-03-11 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-03-18 09:30 - 10:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Tuesday Toddler Time (2 years) Spring 2025
9:30-10:30 am, Tuesdays, Mar 11, 18, 25, Apr 1, 29 & May 6
Toddler 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.
Registration and confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/kYNjbepNHCczoTdS9. 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.

Wednesday Whodunnits
2025-03-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
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.

Preschool Storytime (3-5 year olds) Spring 2025
2025-03-13 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-03-20 09:30 - 10:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Preschool Story Time (3-6 years) Spring 2025
9:30-10:30 am, Thursdays, Mar 13, 20, 27, Apr 3, May 1 & 8
Preschool 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.
Registration and confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/mYromqYwNvYb2gpNA. 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.

Mindfulness Meditation
2025-03-13 19:00 - 20:15, 2025-03-20 19:00 - 20:15 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Clapp Memorial Library is offering a Stress Reduction Awareness course. The eight-week introductory course starts on Thursday, March 13 at 7 PM and runs every Thursday through May 1. The course is designed to teach and practice mindfulness-based skills. Mindfulness meditation skills teach us to be fully present in the moment and, when practiced regularly, help decrease stress levels and improve general well-being and health. Skills covered in the course are gentle and free of judgment. Because each session of this course builds on the previous week, we ask that you register only if you are able to attend all sessions.
Registration required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/rFqoLh2NCX1QHSWB8. If you have any questions please email clapp@cwmars.org
This course will be taught by Magda Bechar, a retired nursing professor who has taught mindfulness meditation skills to many groups, including at the Clapp Memorial Library, for many years.
Sessions will take place on the main library floor, except for April 3 and May 1, which will take place in the Activity Room.

Free Food Friday
2025-03-14 14:00 - 15:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Teens are invited to the library after school on the second Friday of the month for free snacks as they visit and use the library! Students must be in grades 7-12 and arrive between 2:00-3:30PM for a free snack, courtesy of the library, as supplies last.

Teen Advisory Board (Mar 2025)
2025-03-14 16:30 - 17:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
The Clapp Memorial Library’s Teen Advisory Board will meet Friday, March 14th from 4:30-5:30PM in the library’s Activity Room to sort cans from their first-ever Community Can Drive! TAB is a group of 7th-12th grade students who meet monthly during the school year to propose library programming for teens, provide input on teen services, volunteer, and have fun. Teens can email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com to register. New members are welcome.

Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Meeting
2025-03-20 18:30 - 19:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
All are invited to the The Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Board Meeting in the Activity Room at 6:30pm. For information email friendsofclappmemoriallibrary@gmail.com
http://www.friendsofclapplibrary.org/
​The Friends of Clapp Memorial Library is a volunteer not-for-profit organization dedicated to raising monies to assist the Library beyond the ordinary scope of the Library’s budget to reach its potential in our community. The group’s additional purpose is to promote and maintain close relationships between the Library and the people it serves, to increase public awareness of Library resources, and to encourage community participation in Library activities.

Magic: the Gathering
2025-03-22 11:00 - 13:30 | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
Magic: the Gathering
Saturdays in March and April
March 22nd, 29th, April 19th, 11 am to 1:30 pm
April 26th, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Come play Magic: the Gathering in the Activity Room. Bring your own deck (and mats and dice) or use one of our learning decks. Everyone is welcome, however players must be fluent readers. We will have two instructors to help get games started and assist with the rules of the game.
No registration required. Attend one session or all, that’s up to you. No food is allowed in the activity room but you may bring a nut-free snack to have in the hallway. Water bottles with tops are allowed everywhere.
If you have any questions please email Jennifer at jwhitehead@cwmars.org.
