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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/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T140000
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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/2026-04-21/
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:20260421T163000
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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
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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:20260423T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T155315Z
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SUMMARY:Fiber Arts with the Woolies
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/fiber-arts-with-the-woolies-2/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Crafts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T190000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Clapp Memorial Library is once again offering a Mindfulness Meditation and Stress Reduction Awareness course. The eight-week introductory course starts on Thursday\, March 12 from 7:00pm-8:15pm and runs every Thursday through April 30. 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. \nSign up here: https://forms.gle/mGhrxGTcd1D77ift6.  If you have any questions please email clapp@cwmars.org \nThis 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. \nSessions will take place on the main library floor\, except for April 2\, which will take place in the Activity Room.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/mindfulness-meditation-2/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Classes & Lessons
ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi Harbeson":MAILTO:charbeson@cwmars.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T090000
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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
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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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