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Babytime Story Time (3-12 months) 9:00-9:45 AM, Mondays, Mar 16, 23, 30, Apr 6, 27, May 4 Babytime is for ages 3 – 12 months and begins @ 9:00 AM. Registration & confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/uZjXjHN6ZJkiNcwN6. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. If the program is full […]
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First Steps Story Time (12-24 months) 10:00-10:45 AM, Mondays, Mar 16, 23, 30, Apr 6, 27, May 4 First Steps is for ages 12 – 24 months and begins @ 10:00 AM. Registration & confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/Xb2xXyQhxDnQGNbHA. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. If the program […] |
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Tuesday Toddler Time (2 years) Spring 2026 9:30-10:30 am, Tuesdays, Mar 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, 28, May 5 Toddler Time is for children 2-3 years old, and begins @ 9:30 AM. Registration & confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/EUYVfSKvghX9Fuw96. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. If the program […]
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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. Registration and […] 
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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 […] |
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Celebrating National Poetry Month 2026 The Quabbin Art Association presents: ART meets POETRY April 1st thru April 30th Six 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 […] |
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Preschool Story Time (3-5 year olds) 9:30-10:30 AM, Thursdays, Mar 19, 26, Apr 2, 9, 30, May 7 Preschool Story Time is for children ages 3 to 5, and begins @ 9:30 AM. Registration & confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/26pDnS3jV5Hbg2Se9. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. If the […]
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Full STEAM Ahead - Afterschool Club Dates; March 19th - April 16th Thursdays Time: 3:30 pm to 5 pm Ages: 8 to 11 Students ages 8 to 11 are invited to register for this afterschool series. Full STEAM Ahead will inspire kids to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) through interactive activities and […]
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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 […] |
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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. This program is funded by the Belchertown and Around […] |
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Babytime Story Time (3-12 months) 9:00-9:45 AM, Mondays, Mar 16, 23, 30, Apr 6, 27, May 4 Babytime is for ages 3 – 12 months and begins @ 9:00 AM. Registration & confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/uZjXjHN6ZJkiNcwN6. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. If the program is full […]
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First Steps Story Time (12-24 months) 10:00-10:45 AM, Mondays, Mar 16, 23, 30, Apr 6, 27, May 4 First Steps is for ages 12 – 24 months and begins @ 10:00 AM. Registration & confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/Xb2xXyQhxDnQGNbHA. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. If the program […] |
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Tuesday Toddler Time (2 years) Spring 2026 9:30-10:30 am, Tuesdays, Mar 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, 28, May 5 Toddler Time is for children 2-3 years old, and begins @ 9:30 AM. Registration & confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/EUYVfSKvghX9Fuw96. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. If the program […]
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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. Registration and […] 
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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. |
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Preschool Story Time (3-5 year olds) 9:30-10:30 AM, Thursdays, Mar 19, 26, Apr 2, 9, 30, May 7 Preschool Story Time is for children ages 3 to 5, and begins @ 9:30 AM. Registration & confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/26pDnS3jV5Hbg2Se9. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. If the […]
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Full STEAM Ahead - Afterschool Club Dates; March 19th - April 16th Thursdays Time: 3:30 pm to 5 pm Ages: 8 to 11 Students ages 8 to 11 are invited to register for this afterschool series. Full STEAM Ahead will inspire kids to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) through interactive activities and […]
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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 […] |
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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. […]
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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 […] |
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Saturday, April 11 - Smartphone Photography with Linda Repasky Belchertown Recreation Department, 66 State Street (behind the police station). The 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 […]
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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 […] |
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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. Registration and […] |
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Full STEAM Ahead - Afterschool Club Dates; March 19th - April 16th Thursdays Time: 3:30 pm to 5 pm Ages: 8 to 11 Students ages 8 to 11 are invited to register for this afterschool series. Full STEAM Ahead will inspire kids to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) through interactive activities and […]
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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 […] |
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Saturday, April 18 - Photography for Beginners with Ed Comeau The 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! ViewFinder workshops are open to anyone, you do […]
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Join us for an evening of classical music with Kalos Trio. Kalos 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. This program is funded in part by a grant from […] |
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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. Registration and […]
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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 The soil for the program was generously donated by the Gardener’s Supply Company […] |
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Date: Wednesday, April 22nd Time: 11:00 AM - Noon The Pioneer Valley Ballet (PVB) will host a story time that will be followed by a craft and meet the characters. PVB is putting on a production of Cinderella on May 9th at the Academy of Music in Northampton. Come get a peek of what it […] |
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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 […] 
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Thursday, April 23: Astral Evening: Star Party with the Library, 8-10pm Date has been shifted to 4/23 due to forcasted viewing conditions. Members 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! We’ll be outside, so please […] |
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Saturday, April 25 - Advanced Nature Photography with Mark Lindhult The 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! ViewFinder workshops are open to anyone, you do […]
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Join Author/illustrator, Christine Copeland, who will read her book Spring in the Forest. She will teach us about illustrating a book and will lead us in a fun craft workshop. Space is limited. Registration is required, click here to sign up. Geared towards ages 3 to 8. Children under the age of 10 must have […] |
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Babytime Story Time (3-12 months) 9:00-9:45 AM, Mondays, Mar 16, 23, 30, Apr 6, 27, May 4 Babytime is for ages 3 – 12 months and begins @ 9:00 AM. Registration & confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/uZjXjHN6ZJkiNcwN6. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. If the program is full […]
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First Steps Story Time (12-24 months) 10:00-10:45 AM, Mondays, Mar 16, 23, 30, Apr 6, 27, May 4 First Steps is for ages 12 – 24 months and begins @ 10:00 AM. Registration & confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/Xb2xXyQhxDnQGNbHA. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. If the program […] |
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Tuesday Toddler Time (2 years) Spring 2026 9:30-10:30 am, Tuesdays, Mar 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, 28, May 5 Toddler Time is for children 2-3 years old, and begins @ 9:30 AM. Registration & confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/EUYVfSKvghX9Fuw96. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. If the program […]
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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. Registration and […]
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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. Join Belchertown resident and psychotherapist Dr. […] |
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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 […]
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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. […] |
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Preschool Story Time (3-5 year olds) 9:30-10:30 AM, Thursdays, Mar 19, 26, Apr 2, 9, 30, May 7 Preschool Story Time is for children ages 3 to 5, and begins @ 9:30 AM. Registration & confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/26pDnS3jV5Hbg2Se9. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. If the […]
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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Art Meets Poetry Kickoff!
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Seed Swap
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Frankenstein Reading Group
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