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SUMMARY:SFF Book Club
DESCRIPTION:A monthly book group for lovers of high fantasy\, hard science fiction\, fable\, far future\, and all of the speculative fiction options. \nWe meet online via Google Meet. \nUpcoming reads: \n\nThe Tainted Cup / Robert Jackson Bennett (3/24)\nNettle & Bone / T. Kingfisher (4/28)\nStories of Your Life and Others / Ted Chiang (5/26)\nThe Last Hour Between Worlds / Melissa Caruso (6/23)\n\nTo sign-up or ask questions email Tegan at tmannino@cwmars.org
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/sff-book-club/2026-03-24/
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:20260325T150000
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SUMMARY:Teen Book Club (March 2026)
DESCRIPTION:The Clapp Memorial Library has a book club for teens in grades 7-12! On Wednesday\, March 25th from 3:00-4:00PM\, teens will discuss Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo. 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.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-book-club-march-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:20260325T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T181500
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SUMMARY:Mat Pilates
DESCRIPTION:Program is full\, new sign ups will be added to the waitlist. \nJoin us for a rejuvenating Mat Pilates Pop-Up Class — a full-body\, low-impact workout designed to strengthen your core\, improve flexibility\, and boost your posture. Perfect for all levels\, this 45-minute session will leave you feeling strong\, centered\, and refreshed. Just bring a mat\, water\, and good vibes! \nRegistration and signed waiver are required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/SmP5qqM9WojempUY6 \nThis program is funded by Pursuit Pilates Club
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mat-pilates/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165329
CREATED:20260210T171130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T171153Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Advisory Board (March 2026)
DESCRIPTION:The Clapp Memorial Library’s Teen Advisory Board will meet Friday\, March 27th from 4:30-5:30PM in the library’s Activity Room for a special\, teens-only Games Day! 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! At this meeting\, teens will play board games together and celebrate the success of their “Love Your Neighbor” Food Drive. Teens can email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com to register. New members are welcome!
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-advisory-board-march-2026/
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:20260331T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T153000
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SUMMARY:Frankenstein Reading Group
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to take the time to discuss a novel in depth? In this five-session group\, we will discuss the Gothic novel\, Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. The discussion will be introduced and facilitated by retired professor David Spector. Copies of the book will be available to checkout at the circulation desk. \nRegistration and confirmation required\, sign up here: https://forms.gle/PSFBMP9xJmUxE5Ru5 \nThe group will meet from 2 to 3:30 PM on Tuesdays. The first meeting is on Tuesday\, March 31 and meets weekly through April 28. All sessions take place in the Library’s activity room except for the April 14 session\, which will meet in the Town Hall. \nA public screening of Frankenstein\, the 1931 film starring Boris Karloff will take place on Tuesday\, April 7.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/frankenstein-reading-group/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Book Discussion Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T190000
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SUMMARY:An Evening of Music and Stories with The Klines
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, March 31 at 7pm at the Clapp Memorial Library for an evening of music and stories with the Klines. Michael and Carrie Kline perform country harmony duets from coal mining songs to gospel\, family songs\, front porch music\, and songs of people in nature. Listeners may find themselves dancing a waltz to “Fiddler Jones\,” the song that celebrates the role of music and old-time fiddlers in our lives and our\ncommunities\, those who play for family and friends or local dances\, or those who play for no one at all. Since returning to the Valley after 26 years away\, mostly in West Virginia\, they have been performing with upright bass player Joe Blumenthal who has learned lots of coal mining music and songs of people and nature\, as well as some traditional songs. Jim Armenti backs up the band with his precise and high-powered mandolin. As folklorist-musicians the Klines weave songs and stories\, evoking the times that really matter\, time with family and friends\, spiritual times\, wrapped in a patchwork quilt of vivid imagery.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/the-klines/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event,Concerts & Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401
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SUMMARY:Art Meets Poetry Kickoff!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating National Poetry Month 2026\nThe Quabbin Art Association presents: ART meets POETRY\nApril 1st thru April 30th \nSix pieces of fine art\, donated by QAA members Darlene Bergeron-Burns\, Carrie Boudreau\, Angelina Fleury\, Lisa Goldberg\, Bev Phaneuf\, and Deborah Sacon\, will be on display throughout the month of April at the Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA. Poets and writers are invited to view the artwork and compose a poem in response to a selected piece of art. All poetry entries must be original and unpublished\, and all entries must be submitted to the library by 5 pm on April 30 th . Each entry must include the person’s name\, e-mail\, phone number\, mailing address\, and title of the poem being submitted. \nEach poetry entry can be submitted once during the contest; a poem cannot be submitted for more than one piece of art. Each artist will select a winning poem\, and winning poets will be notified by May 5th and awarded their prize artwork at the Quabbin Art Association meeting at 7 p.m. on Thursday\, May 21\, 2026 at the St. Francis Parish Center\, 12 Park Street\, Belchertown\, MA. Winning poems will be on display at Clapp Memorial Library from May 8 thru May 20. \nNational Poetry Month\, inaugurated by the Academy of American Poets in 1996\, is the largest literary celebration in the world. \nQuabbin Art Association\, founded in 2016\, provides education\, support\, and opportunity for local artists\, and promotes community interest and appreciation in the visual arts. For more information\, visit www.quabbinartassociation.com.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/art-meets-poetry-kickoff/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T194644Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Swap
DESCRIPTION:Bring seeds (or not!) to the library and swap them for new ones. Please package your seeds for individual use in envelopes and label them with the plant\, the date the seeds were collected\, and original packaging if possible. Please do not bring invasive plant seeds. \nThis program is funded by the Belchertown and Around Plant Swap.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/seed-swap/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T133000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T144034Z
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SUMMARY:Magic: the Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Magic the Gathering in the Activity Room. Bring your own deck or use one of our learning decks. Everyone is welcome\, however players must be fluent readers. Players under the age of 10 must have a caregiver who is at least 14 years old on the Library premises. Join us for every session or just one – it’s up to you! \nWe will have two instructors to help get games started and assist with the rules of the game. No registration is required. Check the Library website or Facebook page if there is inclement weather. \nSaturdays\, 10:30 am to 1:30 pm\nFebruary 28th\, March 7th\, 14th\, 21st\, 24th\, April 4th*\, 11th\, & 18th.\nMagic will start at 11am on April 4th
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/magic-the-gathering-5/
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:20260407T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20260115T173747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T173748Z
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SUMMARY:Frankenstein (1931) movie screening
DESCRIPTION:The Clapp Memorial Library will host a screening of the 1931 version of Frankenstein\, starring Boris Karloff\, on Tuesday\, April 7 at 7pm. Everyone is welcome to attend. The screening is offered in conjunction with the Library’s Frankenstein Book Group and will be introduced by book group facilitator and retired professor\, David Spector.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/frankenstein-1931-movie-screening/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20260303T173249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T173249Z
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SUMMARY:Free Food Friday (April 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Free Food Fridays are back! 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 on Friday\, April 10th for a free snack\, courtesy of the library\, as supplies last. This program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/free-food-friday-april-2026/
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:20260410T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20260303T174129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T174133Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Advisory Board (April 2026)
DESCRIPTION:The Clapp Memorial Library’s Teen Advisory Board will meet Friday\, April 10th from 4:30-5:30PM in the library’s Activity Room for an early celebration of Good Deeds Day by making cards for Cards for Hospitalized Kids! 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!
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-advisory-board-april-2026/
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:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T200227Z
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SUMMARY:Smartphone Photography
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 11 – Smartphone Photography with Linda Repasky\nBelchertown Recreation Department\, 66 State Street (behind the police station). \nThe classroom session will be from 9:00 am to 10:00 am\, followed by outdoor practical sessions at Lake Wallace (weather dependent)\, so come prepared to walk a short distance to Lake Wallace and spend some time outside! \nViewFinder workshops are open to anyone\, you do not have to be a Belchertown resident. Seats are limited\, and registration is required.  Click here to sign up. \nInstructor: Linda Repasky\nLinda is a Belchertown resident who enjoys capturing the beauty of local natural resources with her iPhone. She particularly enjoys exploring around the Quabbin Reservoir\, as well as pursuing macro photography to capture the tiny details in nature that are so easy to overlook. Her iPhone photos have received recognition in numerous international photography competitions. You can see her work on Instagram @lindarepaskyphotography
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/smartphone-photography/
LOCATION:Parks & Recreation\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Visual Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20260323T191446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T191446Z
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SUMMARY:Mass Save Pop-Up Resource Table
DESCRIPTION:Learn about no-cost Home Energy Assessments (HEAs) and other MassSave benefits for homeowners and renters. The goal of these assessments is to make residents’ homes safer\, healthier\, and more comfortable\, while identifying ways to lower energy consumption\, carbon emissions\, and utility bill costs. There will be a table with resources and representatives of HomeWorks Energy will help explain all the benefits and answer any questions. \nThis program is funded by HomeWorks Energy\, Inc.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mass-save-pop-up-resource-table-2/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20260311T194941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T201648Z
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SUMMARY:Photography for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 18 – Photography for Beginners with Ed Comeau \nThe classroom session will be from 9:00 am to 10:00 am\, followed by outdoor practical sessions at Lake Wallace (weather dependent)\, so come prepared to walk a short distance to Lake Wallace and spend some time outside! \nViewFinder workshops are open to anyone\, you do not have to be a Belchertown resident. Seats are limited\, and registration is required.  Click here to sign up. \nInstructor: Ed Comeau \nEd’s interest in photography goes back many years\, but upon moving to Belchertown over 25 years ago this interest reached a whole new level with his proximity to the Quabbin Reservoir and access to the beauty of Western Massachusetts. While he can often be found sitting in some remote part of the Quabbin\, waiting for wildlife to come his way\, has also explored Maine\, Alaska\, and Colorado\, resulting in a number of beautiful landscape and wildlife photographs. A number of local businesses have exhibited his works and his photographs have appeared in several calendars. He is a member of the Friends of the Quabbin Board of Directors\, the Program Director of the Quabbin Photo Group\, and has been an instructor for the Belchertown ViewFinder project since its inception. You can find his work at www.ComeauPhotography.com and on Instagram @edcomeauphotography.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/photography-for-beginners/
LOCATION:Parks & Recreation\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Visual Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T170000
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SUMMARY:Kalos Trio
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of classical music with Kalos Trio. \nKalos Trio is comprised of Rebecca Hartka on cello\, Julia Liao on violin\, and Barbara Lysakowski on piano. This concert will be held at BUCC with Ms. Lysakowsi’s playing the library’s 1877 Steinway piano. \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/kalos-trio/
LOCATION:Belchertown United Church of Christ\, ​18 Park Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Community Event,Concerts & Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20251204T161212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T161212Z
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SUMMARY:Library Closing: Patriots’ Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Library will be closed in observation of Patriots’ Day
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/library-closing-patriots-day-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
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SUMMARY:Ditch the Plastic - Using a soil blocker for seed starting
DESCRIPTION:Soil blocking is a method of creating cubes of soil to hold and germinate seeds. Come learn about the benefits of soil blocking and make some soil blocks to take home. Space is limited and registration is required to attend.  Sign up here: https://forms.gle/Zay35MSA6FUg7YQ49 \nThe soil for the program was generously donated by the Gardener’s Supply Company in Hadley.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/ditch-the-plastic-using-a-soil-blocker-for-seed-starting/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20251209T174852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T174855Z
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SUMMARY:Astral Evening: Star Party with the Library
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 22: Astral Evening: Star Party with the Library\, 8-10pm\nRaindate: Thursday\, April 23 \nMembers of Springfield STARS Astronomy Club will be setting up telescopes to lead us on a tour of the night sky. Witness some of the most impressive sights! \nWe’ll be outside\, so please wear comfortable shoes and warm clothing. Foley Field is located behind the Police Station off Rt. 202 in Belchertown.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/astral-evening-star-party-with-the-library/
LOCATION:Foley Field\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Children's Events,Community Event,Teen Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcin Marszalek":MAILTO:mmarszalek@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20260311T201946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T201950Z
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SUMMARY:Advanced Nature Photography
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 25 – Advanced Nature Photography with Mark Lindhult \nThe classroom session will be from 9:00 am to 10:00 am\, followed by outdoor practical sessions at Lake Wallace (weather dependent)\, so come prepared to walk a short distance to Lake Wallace and spend some time outside! \nViewFinder workshops are open to anyone\, you do not have to be a Belchertown resident. Seats are limited\, and registration is required.  Click here to sign up. \nInstructor: Mark Lindhult\nMark’s passion in photography is capturing the beauty of nature and the unique behaviors of birds and wildlife in their environment. As a Professor Emeritus of Landscape Architecture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst\, a Principle Emeritus at The Berkshire Design Group and a Fellow of the American Society of Landscape Architects\, he brings his knowledge of landscape\, ecology\, design and composition to inform his photography and advocate for habitat preservation. His photographs have been exhibited at UMass Amherst in the Design Building Gallery\, the US Fish and Wildlife Headquarters Gallery\, Cooley Dickinson Hospital Gallery\, Franklin Medical Center Gallery and the Baystate Medical Center Gallery. He has also granted permission to several non-profit groups to use his photographs in newsletters\, reports\, note cards and postcards\, including the Friends of Quabbin\, the Massachusetts Rivers Alliance and the Kestrel Land Trust.. You can see his work on his website at www.MarkLindhult.com.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/advanced-nature-photography/
LOCATION:Parks & Recreation\, 66 State Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Visual Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20260319T170618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T170619Z
UID:10005335-1777109400-1777120200@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:Knotweed Knockdown Work Day
DESCRIPTION:This April through October 2026\, we’ll be working to clear the invasive Japanese knotweed as part of a project we’re calling: Knotweed Knockdown. Chemicals will not be used\, so we’re recruiting volunteers to help with the physical removal of the plants. No gardening experience is necessary. There will be no digging or grubbing the roots\, just repeated cutting. To join our team\, please complete the registration form: https://forms.gle/BK36vn8cqFyPBEyV8. Volunteers will also be asked to complete a CORI check and sign a waiver.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/knotweed-knockdown-work-day/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Children's Events,Community Event,Teen Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20260312T145955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T150227Z
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SUMMARY:Viet Nam in Peace and War
DESCRIPTION:Most Americans\, especially our veterans\, only know of Viet Nam as a place of horrible warfare. But Viet Nam is an ancient culture with a rich spiritual\, artistic\, and historical heritage stretching back 3\,000 years. This week marks the 51st anniversary of the end of the Viet Nam-American War. \nJoin Belchertown resident and psychotherapist Dr. Ed Tick and area war veterans Gene Herman and Pete Rogers for a program on Tuesday\, April 28 at 7pm presenting Viet Nam in both peace and war. Ed has led 19 healing and reconciliation journeys to Viet Nam since 2000. Pete has returned on his own. In Viet Nam we find loving\, forgiving people with no wartime PTSD who say\, “Please bring your veterans here so we can heal them with our love.” \nJoin us to explore Viet Nam in peace and war. Share stories of Viet Nam during the war and at peace. Learn why these remarkable people have no wartime PTSD and how understanding and reconciliation brings healing. Immerse with us in Vietnamese culture and honor our veterans and the end of that war. Ed Tick will also read from his full poetry collection\, Coming Home In Viet Nam. Books will be available.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/viet-nam-in-peace-and-war/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20260326T142727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T142730Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Book Club (April 2026)
DESCRIPTION:The Clapp Memorial Library has a book club for teens in grades 7-12! On Wednesday\, April 29th from 3:00-4:00PM\, teens will discuss The Wilderness of Girls by Madeline Claire Franklin. 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.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-book-club-april-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:20260429T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20260303T180521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T180523Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Crafternoon: Perler Bead Earrings
DESCRIPTION:Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to the library’s Activity Room for a Teen Crafternoon on Wednesday\, April 29th from 4:00-5:00PM! Teens will make their own earrings using perler beads. Design options are endless\, but patterns will be provided for those needing inspiration. No prior experience is necessary. Space is limited; email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com to register. This program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-crafternoon-perler-bead-earrings/
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:20260502T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20260312T145128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T145242Z
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SUMMARY:Andy & Judy
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, May 2 at 3pm as Andy & Judy return to the Clapp Memorial Library for an afternoon of musical entertainment. Andy & Judy are a Boston-area folk duo who perform original\, lyric-driven songs that combine their beautiful vocals and instrumentation. This program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/andy-judy/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Concerts & Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20260311T203738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T133359Z
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SUMMARY:An Introduction to Nature Photography for Children
DESCRIPTION:There will be two ViewFinder photography workshops for children. These will be open to children 4 years old and above. Children up to the sixth grade must be accompanied and assisted by an adult. Maximum group size is 6 children.  Click here to register. \nLocation: The School Garden in front of the Swift River Elementary School \nInstructor: Holly is interested in the colors\, forms\, and patterns displayed throughout the diversity of life. She believes that photography allows us to look more thoughtfully and carefully at all of nature’s beauty\, big and small. She volunteers with students at Swift River Elementary and in the Belchertown School Garden.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/an-introduction-to-nature-photography-for-children/
LOCATION:Chestnut Hill Community School\, 59 State St\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Classes & Lessons,Community Event,Visual Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20260330T211625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T211808Z
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SUMMARY:BHS and Swift River Elementary Present A Collaborative Art Show
DESCRIPTION:The public is invited to the Clapp Memorial Library on Tuesday\, May 5th from 6-7pm for a Collaborative Art Show featuring works by BHS and Swift River Elementary School students! The reception will celebrate Swift River students’ 2D monster drawings reimagined into 3D sculptures by BHS students. Light refreshments will be provided. Artwork will remain on display throughout the month of May. This program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/bhs-and-swift-river-elementary-present-a-collaborative-art-show/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Teen Events,Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20260330T211342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T211343Z
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SUMMARY:Free Food Friday (May 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the last Free Food Friday of the school year! Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to the library Friday\, May 8th\, from 2:00-3:30PM for free snacks (as supplies last) as they visit and use the library. This program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/free-food-friday-may-2026/
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:20260508T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20260330T211209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T211454Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Advisory Board (May 2026)
DESCRIPTION:The Clapp Memorial Library’s Teen Advisory Board will have its last meeting of the school year on Friday\, May 8th from 4:30-5:30PM in the library’s Activity Room. Free pizza will be provided as we celebrate this year’s accomplishments and talk about opportunities for summer programming and volunteering. Teens who have attended any TAB meetings during the past school year are invited and can email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com to register.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-advisory-board-may-2026/
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:20260512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165330
CREATED:20260402T143013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T143018Z
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SUMMARY:Janet Crosier Book Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation and book signing with author Janet Crosier. Her novel\, Shadows on the Heath\, imagines the missing three years of Heathcliff’s life from Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights. Copies of the book along with Janet’s latest novel\, Weymouth House\, will be available for purchase. \nJanet Crosier is an adjunct English Professor in Western Massachusetts and member of the Brontë Society\, Modern Language Association\, and Straw Dog Writers’ Guild. She has published her research\, poetry\, and several short stories with the International Academic Forum\, New Dimensions in the Humanities\, Common Ground\, and the University of Massachusetts.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/janet-crosier-book-talk/
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
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