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SUMMARY:Teen Book Club (Aug 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a student entering grades 7-12 this fall? The library has a Teen Book Club in conjunction with the MA Teen Choice Book Awards (MTCBA)\, the only book award in the state selected by teens. Each month teens will read and meet to discuss one book from the nominee list. August’s meeting will be Wednesday\, August 19th from 3:00-4:00PM. Teens will discuss The Thrashers by Julie Soto. 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. \nFor a full list of the nominees\, visit: https://www.mateenchoicebook.org/
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-book-club-aug-2026/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion Groups,Teen Events
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SUMMARY:Teen Tie-Dye!
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, August 10th from 4:30-5:30PM\nRAIN DATE is Friday\, August 14th from 4:30-5:30PM \nTeens ages 12-18 are invited to celebrate the end of the Teen Summer Reading Program by tie-dying their Summer Reading shirts on the front lawn of the library! This program will take place Monday\, August 10th from 4:30-5:30PM on the front lawn of the library\, except in the case of rain in which the program will be rescheduled to Friday\, August 14th at the same time. \nThis program is drop-in; teens can come by any time over the hour to tie-dye as supplies last.  Attendees will earn a raffle ticket for the Teen Summer Reading Program \nTeens are asked to bring their own\, pre-washed shirt to tie-dye. Extra shirts will be extremely limited. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-tie-dye-2/
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:20260806T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T200000
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CREATED:20260518T190247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T190847Z
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SUMMARY:What "YA" Readin' Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The library’s What “YA” Readin’? Book Group\, a group for adults who read Young Adult books\, will meet Thursday\, August 6th at 7:00PM in the Select Board Meeting room at the Town Hall to discuss The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the circulation desk. New members are welcome!
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/what-ya-readin-book-club-2-2/2026-08-06/
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:20260803T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T173000
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SUMMARY:Teen Crafternoon: Upcycled Planters
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, August 3rd from 4:30-5:30PM \nTeens ages 12-18 are invited to the library to upcycle tea tins into planters to celebrate the 2026 Teen Summer Reading Program theme\, “Plant a Seed\, Read!”  This program will take place rain or shine on Monday\, August 3rd from 4:30-5:30PM in the library’s Activity Room.  This program is drop-in; teens can come by any time over the hour to create their planter as supplies last. \nParticipants of the Teen Summer Reading Program will earn a raffle ticket for their attendance. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library and thanks to the generosity of our community spider plant donors.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-crafternoon-upcycled-planters-2/
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:20260729T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T160000
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SUMMARY:Teen Book Club (July 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, July 29th from 3:00-4:00PM \nAre you a tween or teen age 12-18? The library has a Teen Book Club in conjunction with the MA Teen Choice Book Awards (MTCBA)\, the only book award in the state selected by teens. Each month teens will read and meet to discuss one book from the nominee list. July’s meeting will be Wednesday\, July 29th from 3:00-4:00PM. Teens will discuss Into the Sunken City by Dinesh Thiru. 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. \nAll attendees will earn a raffle ticket for the Teen Summer Reading Program.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-book-club-july-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:20260709T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T200000
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CREATED:20260518T190247Z
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SUMMARY:What "YA" Readin' Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The library’s What “YA” Readin’? Book Group\, a group for adults who read Young Adult books\, will meet Thursday\, August 6th at 7:00PM in the Select Board Meeting room at the Town Hall to discuss The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the circulation desk. New members are welcome!
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/what-ya-readin-book-club-2-2/2026-07-09/
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:20260629T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T173000
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SUMMARY:Cupcake Wars
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, June 29th from 4:00-5:30PM \nTeens ages 12-18 are invited to the Clapp Memorial Library for a Summer Reading-themed edition of Cupcake Wars on Monday\, June 29th from 4:00-5:30PM in the library’s Activity Room! Participants will be given themes and timed rounds to decorate their cupcakes and can take home the tasty treats at the end of the program. \nAll attendees will earn a raffle ticket for the Teen Summer Reading Program; the winner will receive a gift certificate to Carefree Cakery in North Amherst. Teens can sign up for the program at the library or by emailing clapplibrarytab@gmail.com. Teens must be registered for the Teen Summer Reading Program to attend. Space is limited. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/cupcake-wars-8/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contests,Crafts,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T173000
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SUMMARY:Teen Crafternoon: Diamond-Painting Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 24th from 4:00-5:30PM \nTeens ages 12-18 are invited to diamond-paint a pollinator garden stake on Wednesday\, June 24th from 4:00-5:30PM in the library’s Activity Room! All materials will be provided\, but design options and space are limited; email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com or call the library to register. \nAll attendees will earn a raffle ticket for the Teen Summer Reading Program. Teens must be registered for the Teen Summer Reading Program to attend. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-crafternoon-diamond-painting-pollinators-2/
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:20260624T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T160000
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SUMMARY:Teen Book Club (June 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 24th from 3:00-4:00PM \nAre you a tween or teen age 12-18? The library has a Teen Book Club in conjunction with the MA Teen Choice Book Awards (MTCBA)\, the only book award in the state selected by teens. Each month teens will read and meet to discuss one book from the nominee list. June’s meeting will be Wednesday\, June 24th from 3:00-4:00PM. Teens will discuss The Dead of Summer by Ryan La Sala. 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. \nAll attendees will earn a raffle ticket for the Teen Summer Reading Program.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/teen-book-club-june-2026-2/
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:20260605T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T170000
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SUMMARY:Teen Crafternoon: Show Your Pride with Perler Beads!
DESCRIPTION:Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to a special Pride-themed Teen Crafternoon on Friday\, June 5th at 4:00PM in the Clapp Memorial Library’s Activity Room! Teens will show their pride or allyship by making Pride-themed perler bead keychains and magnets. No prior experience with perler beads 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-show-your-pride-with-perler-beads/
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:20260604T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T200000
DTSTAMP:20260710T190847Z
CREATED:20260518T190247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T190847Z
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SUMMARY:What "YA" Readin' Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The library’s What “YA” Readin’? Book Group\, a group for adults who read Young Adult books\, will meet Thursday\, August 6th at 7:00PM in the Select Board Meeting room at the Town Hall to discuss The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the circulation desk. New members are welcome!
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/what-ya-readin-book-club-2-2/2026-06-04/
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:20260520T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T160000
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CREATED:20260330T212006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T174907Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Book Club (May 2026)
DESCRIPTION:The Clapp Memorial Library has a book club for teens in grades 7-12! This Teen Book Club is in conjunction with the MA Teen Choice Book Awards (MTCBA)\, the only book award in the state selected by teens. Each month teens will read and meet to discuss one book from the nominee list. May’s meeting will be Wednesday\, May 20th from 3:00-4:00PM. Teens will discuss  Fable for the End of the World by Ava Reid. 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-may-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:20260515T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T173000
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CREATED:20260330T211209Z
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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 15th 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:20260508T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T153000
DTSTAMP:20260330T211343Z
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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:20260507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260710T190847Z
CREATED:20260518T190247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T190847Z
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SUMMARY:What "YA" Readin' Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The library’s What “YA” Readin’? Book Group\, a group for adults who read Young Adult books\, will meet Thursday\, August 6th at 7:00PM in the Select Board Meeting room at the Town Hall to discuss The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the circulation desk. New members are welcome!
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/what-ya-readin-book-club-2-2/2026-05-07/
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:20260506T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T180000
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SUMMARY:Sushi Diamond-Painting with Kansai!
DESCRIPTION:Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with a special Sushi Diamond-Painting Program at the Clapp Memorial Library featuring free sushi donated by Kansai Asian Bistro! On Wednesday\, May 6th from 4:30-6:00PM in the library’s Activity Room\, teens will diamond-paint their own kawaii sushi magnets while enjoying sushi from Kansai. Instruction and materials will be provided. Space is limited; email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com to register. Upon registering\, please make our Teen Events Coordinator aware of any allergies. The library wishes to thank Kansai for their generous donation and partnership!
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/sushi-diamond-painting-with-kansai/
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:20260505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T190000
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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:20260429T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T170000
DTSTAMP: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:20260429T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T160000
DTSTAMP:20260326T142730Z
CREATED:20260326T142727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T142730Z
UID:10005346-1777474800-1777478400@clapplibrary.org
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:20260410T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T173000
DTSTAMP:20260303T174133Z
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:20260410T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T153000
DTSTAMP:20260303T173249Z
CREATED:20260303T173249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T173249Z
UID:10005097-1775829600-1775835000@clapplibrary.org
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:20260402T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T190122Z
CREATED:20260518T190115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T190122Z
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SUMMARY:What "YA" Readin' Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The library’s What “YA” Readin’? Book Group\, a group for adults who read Young Adult books\, will meet Thursday\, June 4th at 7:00PM in the Select Board Meeting room at the Town Hall to discuss Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the circulation desk. New members are welcome!
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/what-ya-readin-book-club-2/
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:20260327T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T173000
DTSTAMP:20260210T171153Z
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:20260325T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260210T171004Z
CREATED:20260210T170942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T171004Z
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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:20260313T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T153000
DTSTAMP:20260210T170638Z
CREATED:20260210T170630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T170638Z
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SUMMARY:Free Food Friday (March 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Free Food Fridays are back! Teens are invited to the library after school on the second Fridays of months March through May 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. This program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/free-food-friday-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:20260311T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T150000
DTSTAMP:20260210T170339Z
CREATED:20260210T170338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T170339Z
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SUMMARY:Drama 101 Returns!
DESCRIPTION:Drama 101 Returns! to the Clapp Memorial Library on Wednesday\, March 11th\, a BPS early release day. Teens in grades 7-12  are invited to register for this teen program perfect for drama and theater enthusiasts and those looking to try their hand at acting. From 2:00-3:00PM\, the library’s Teen Services Coordinator (a former theater kid herself) will lead teens and tweens in various theater games in the library’s Activity Room. Teens can email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com with any questions and to register.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/drama-101-returns/
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:20260305T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T152137Z
CREATED:20260302T153008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T152137Z
UID:10004976-1772737200-1772740800@clapplibrary.org
SUMMARY:What "YA" Readin' Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The library’s What “YA” Readin’? Book Group\, a group for adults who read Young Adult books\, will meet Thursday\, June 4th at 7:00PM in the Select Board Meeting room at the Town Hall to discuss Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the circulation desk. New members are welcome!
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/what-ya-readin-book-club/
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:20260227T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T180000
DTSTAMP:20260204T153624Z
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SUMMARY:Pokémon Diamond-Painting
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Pokémon Day at the Clapp Memorial Library!  \nStudents in grades 6-12 are invited to the library to learn the basics of diamond-painting by diamond-painting their own Eeveelution drink coaster! All materials will be provided. Space is limited; email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com to register. This program\, which takes place in the library’s Activity Room\, is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/pokemon-diamond-painting-2/
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:20260227T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T170000
DTSTAMP:20260205T185013Z
CREATED:20260205T183603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T185013Z
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SUMMARY:Pokémon Cross Stitch
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to cross-stitch a Pokémon! Jon Rymaz will demonstrate cross-stitching and assist others in learning on the main floor of the library. Fill out this form to preregister and choose your Pokémon. Kits will be distributed on Pokémon Day. Walk-ins are welcome\, but Pokémon options for walk-ins will be limited. This program is for ages 10+. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/pokemon-cross-stitch/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Crafts,Teen Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTSTAMP:20260205T182908Z
CREATED:20260205T182856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T182908Z
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SUMMARY:Pokémon Day
DESCRIPTION:For the second year in a row\, the Clapp Memorial Library invites the public to visit and celebrate Pokémon Day on Friday\, February 27th with fun for all ages! Take part in any of our themed activities to earn a raffle ticket for a Pokémon Prize Bundle! \nAll Day: Pokémon Scavenger Hunt\nPokémon have taken over the library! All ages are invited to go on a scavenger hunt to find them in the building. \n2:30-5:00PM on the Main Floor: Pokémon Cross Stitch with Jon Rymaz\nLearn how to cross-stitch a Pokémon! Jon Rymaz will demonstrate cross-stitching and assist others in learning on the main floor of the library. Fill out this form to preregister and choose your Pokémon. Kits will be distributed on Pokémon Day. Walk-ins are welcome\, but Pokémon options for walk-ins will be limited. This program is for ages 10+. \n4:30-6:00PM: Pokémon Diamond-Painting for Teens and Tweens\nStudents in grades 6-12 are invited to diamond-paint a drink coaster featuring Eevee or one of its Eeveelutions! Teen Services Coordinator Ruthie Sterling will teach the basics of diamond-painting. All materials will be provided. Space is limited; email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com to register. \n5:00-6:00PM: Pokémon Bingo\nDo you know your Pokémon? Patrons of all ages are invited to drop-in during this hour for Pokémon Bingo on the main floor of the library! Win a sticker prize! Patrons under 10 must be accompanied and continually supervised by a parent or caregiver while in the Library per our Unattended Child Policy. No registration is necessary. \n6:00-7:45PM: Pokémon Movie Night\nWe will end the day by showing the 2019 Pokémon movie featuring Ryan Reynolds as the voice of Detective Pikachu. This film is rated PG. Patrons under 10 must be accompanied and continually supervised by a parent or caregiver while in the Library per our Unattended Child Policy. Please register here. \nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library.
URL:https://clapplibrary.org/event/pokemon-day-2/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library\, 19 South Main Street\, Belchertown\, MA\, 01007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Community Event,Teen Events
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