Clapp Memorial Library

Resume Workshop
2018-06-04 18:00 - 19:00, 2018-06-11 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA, 01007, United States
A two-part resume workshop, on 6/4 we’ll focus on drafting a resume, and then on 6/11 we’ll work on creating a polished copy!
Bring any existing resume and notes about your employment history, and Tegan will work with you on how to format and word things. Then the following week, find a template you like and type it all up!
Call the library at 413-323-0417 or stop by to sign-up. Spots are limited due to the number of computers available.

Music for Little Ones with Pops Hooten
2018-06-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2018-06-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2018-06-20 10:00 - 11:00
Wednesday mornings, 10:00 AM at the Clapp Memorial Library.

Infants to age 5

May 23rd, 30th, June 6th, 13th & 20th.

Registration is required. Register by calling the Clapp Memorial Library at 323-0417.

Thank you to the Friends of Clapp Memorial Library for funding this series.

Teen Songwriting Workshop
2018-06-27 16:00 - 19:00
Join musician and songwriter David Maloof to help compose, write, and record a new song based on our summer reading theme “Libraries Rock.”
Registration is required as space is limited. Please email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com to register.
Grades 7-12 invited!

Musical Movie Night - Hairspray!
2018-07-05 19:30 - 21:30
Join us for our first Musical Movie Night. We’ll be watching Hairspray! (PG) starting exactly at 7:30PM. No registration necessary.

Music with Pops
2018-07-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2018-07-13 10:00 - 11:00
Friday mornings, 10:00 AM at the Clapp Memorial Library.

Infants to age 7

July 6th, 13th, 27th, August 3rd, 10th & 17th (not July 20th).

Registration is required. Register by online here.

Thank you to the Friends of Clapp Memorial Library for funding this series.

Summer Reading Begins!
2018-07-09
Our Children’s Summer Reading program is live. First day for participants to claim raffle tickets, beads, stickers, and their free t-shirt.
Summer storytimes also start!

Humans vs Zombies
2018-07-09 18:00 - 19:00
Calling all Teens!

Zombies have stolen the Book of Resurrection and taken over the library. Our only hope is our team of humans: they need to fight the zombies, take back the Book, and restore everything to its natural order. We need your help to survive.

Rules to the game will be explained at 6PM and afterwards attendees will be divided into teams of humans and zombies, and then the game will begin.

Registration is encouraged – please email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com to register!

T.A.R.G.E.T. Book Club
2018-07-10 18:30 - 19:30, 2018-07-24 18:30 - 19:30
T.A.R.G.E.T. is TeenAge Reading Group Exploring Together. The group is for teens in 8th – 12th grade.
Join us to have snacks, discuss the current pick, and choose future book club reads. For July 10th we’ll discuss Laini Taylor’s novel Strange the Dreamer, available for pick up at the library circulation desk. No registration necessary, but please let us know you’re coming by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com.
This group is back in action for the summer with meetings on July 10th at 6:30, July 24th at 6:30, August 7th at 7pm, and August 21st at 6:30, all downstairs in the CAR.

Magic the Gathering & Board Games
2018-07-11 16:00 - 18:00, 2018-07-18 16:00 - 18:00, 2018-07-25 16:00 - 18:00
Come play board games and Magic the Gathering at the Library.
4-6PM downstairs in the Activity Room

Join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
2018-07-11 18:00 - 19:00
Want to help plan programs and services for teens? Or gain leadership experience that will look great on college applications? Or maybe just hang out with friends and eat snacks? Come to TAB! We meet once a month downstairs and our main focus is to hear what you want to see in the library.
First Wednesday of the month, from 6-7PM

Music on the Lawn with Donna Lee
2018-07-11 18:00 - 19:00
Great for families, all ages welcome.
Bring blankets, if it rains we will meet in the Town Hall Auditorium.

Musical Movie Night - Newsies
2018-07-11 19:30 - 21:30
Join us for our weekly Musical Movie Night as we watch Newsies (PG) starting exactly at 7:30PM. No registration is necessary!

Friends of the Library Book Donation Drive-Through Event
2018-07-14 10:00 - 12:00
Have books, dvds and cds you’re ready to part with? The Friends of the Library will take them off your hands. Come to the Town Hall Parking lot and stay in the comfort of your car while the Friends unload your items! Couldn’t be easier. And donations help them raise money to fund so many programs, equipment, and services at the Library.

Caravan Puppets - Jurassic Journey
2018-07-18 18:00 - 18:45
Join us on the library lawn for Jurassic Journey!
Great for families, all ages welcome.
Bring blankets, if it rains we will meet in the Town Hall Auditorium.

Making Friends with yourself through Creative Journaling
2018-07-18 18:00 - 19:30
A free, 90-minute Creative Journal Expressive Arts Workshop for Teens.
This 90-minute workshop for teens 12-18 is based on the book The Creative Journal for Teens, Making Friends with Yourself by Lucia Capacchione, Ph.D., R.E.A.T. The author, a registered art therapist, has developed easy techniques for journal writing that enables teens to express their real selves. Participants learn methods to get to know themselves, to solve everyday problems, and to make dreams come true in a non-judgemental atmosphere. Activities include time for structured drawing, writing, and reflection exercises.
Instructor: Chris Shirtcliff, Certified Creative Journal Expressive Arts Instructor and Visioning Coach. Learn more about her workshops at doorwaysanddreams.com
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Belchertown Cultural Council, a local agency which his supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Register at the Clapp Memorial Library Circulation Desk!

Musical Movie Night - Mamma Mia!
2018-07-18 19:30 - 21:30
Join us for our weekly Musical Movie Night as we watch Mamma Mia! (PG-13). PG-13 movies are for those 11 years old and above; ages 11&12 must have parental permission to attend (verbal permission is fine). No registration is required!

Cupcake Wars
2018-07-19 18:30 - 19:30
Calling all Teens!
Join us for the battle of the century! Teams will be challenged to make frosting and decorate their cupcakes as best they can in the time allotted, all while adhering to the theme of each round. You’ll be able to bring home your creations at the end of the program!
Registration is required as supplies are limited. Please register at the circulation desk or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com. Program for those entering grades 7-12.

Imagination Playground
2018-07-20 09:30 - 11:00
Imagination Playground – blocks on the front lawn.
In the case of rain, even will be held in the activity room.

3D & Robotics Makerspace Event
2018-07-21 13:30 - 15:30
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Check out cool technology at the Clapp Memorial Library – Ages 10-17!
Saturday, July 21st, 1:30-3:30
See, learn, and use some of the coolest new tech out there including a 3D Printer, 3D Design software, 3D Scanning, 3Doodler, Ozobots, Little Bits Electronics, and Sphero. Participants will learn how to create and print 3D objects. Everyone gets a 3D print, but there will not be time to complete them all during the workshop so you can return to the library at a later date to pick yours up. Participants can bring their own laptops or use the ones provided.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Belchertown Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

Drumming Among Prose
2018-07-25 18:00 - 19:00
Drumming among prose on the lawn of the Library.
Great for families, all ages welcome.
Bring blankets, if there is rain we will meet in the Town Hall Auditorium.

The Great Teen Cupcake War!
2018-07-25 18:30 - 19:30
Join us on Wednesday, July 25th at 6:30PM for the battle of the century!
Participants will be given a theme for each round and challenged to decorate their cupcakes according to that theme as best they can in the time allotted. Winners will be awarded prizes. The best part? You get to keep the cupcakes you make! Spaces are limited so be sure to register as soon as you can!
Please register at the library circulation desk or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com!

The Curious Giraffe Show
2018-07-26 09:30 - 10:30
Come watch the Curious Giraffe Show at the Library!
Event will be held in the activity room.

Writing Circle
2018-07-26 16:00 - 17:00
The Clapp Memorial Library Writing Circle is a place for all writers 18 and over to write, share their work, give and receive feedback, and brainstorm together. Whether you’ve been writing for years, just started today, have a pile of completed novels, or only the idea for a story, you’re invited to join!
Our first meeting is Thursday, July 26th at 4PM downstairs in the CAR. Registration is encouraged; sign up and get more information at the library circulation desk or by calling the library.
