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Monday, August 310:00—11:00 AMOnline
Practice Your English II
Practice speaking English and learn about other cultures, in a supportive environment. This 6-week series is for intermediate to advanced English learners. Please send questions to Nancy at nmccolm@minlib. net.
Monday, August 310:30—11:00 AMOnline
Meet Spoon Man -- A Virtual Program for Kids of All Ages
Imagine what you can do with spoons! Jim Cruise, the Spoon Man, offers a hilarious interactive comedy program for kids of all ages and their families. His program contains outrageous impressions, music, and lessons on how to play the spoons.
Monday, August 311:00 AM—12:15 PMOnline
Practice Your English I
Practice speaking English and learn about other cultures, in a supportive environment. This 6-week series is for beginning to intermediate English learners. Please send questions to Nancy at nmccolm@minlib. net.
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Tuesday, August 41:00—2:00 PMOnline
Club de espanol
Practice speaking Spanish in a supportive environment. Please register to receive the Zoom link. Send any questions or comments to Nancy at nmccolm@minlib. net
Tuesday, August 44:00—4:30 PMOnline
Virtual Yoga for Kids with Roxana and Paulina -- For Ages 7 to 10
Join Roxana and Paulina, certified children's Yoga instructors for a virtual class for ages 7 to 10. See more information here -- https://www. facebook. com/breatheyoungyogi/Space is limited.
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Wednesday, August 510:00—10:30 AMOnline
Virtual Music and Movement with Rubi
We miss seeing Rubi on Mondays, but she will be here virtually for us on Zoom. Space is limited. For children ages 2-5, this active program will get kids (and their grownups) moving, dancing and having fun!6
Thursday, August 69:30—10:00 AMOnline
Virtual Farmers' Market Storytime
Even though the library won't be live at the Belmont Farmer's Market this year, we will still be able to do virtual storytimes celebrating food, animals, and all the fun we usually have at the Market. Sign up to join us on Zoom as we read stories related to food and summer fun.…Learn More
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Friday, August 712:30—2:30 PMOnline
Knitting Club
Bring your knitting, crocheting, or any fiber craft to a social afternoon on Zoom with fellow local crafters. This program will be held online through Zoom. Register to receive the link to join. Questions? Email Corinne at ccoveney@minlib. net.8
Saturday, August 810:00—11:30 AMOnline
Tai Chi Easy, Level 1
Tai Chi practitioner and coach, Aisling O'Shea, will guide you through this beautiful and low impact form of martial art and meditation. No equipment necessary; just wear comfortable clothing!
This class will provide an overview of the basic concepts of Tai Chi and Qi Gong, and students will be
guided through a step-by-step instruction in the 5 Tai Chi Easy movements.…Learn More9
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Monday, August 1010:00—11:00 AMOnline
Practice Your English II
Practice speaking English and learn about other cultures, in a supportive environment. This 6-week series is for intermediate to advanced English learners. Please send questions to Nancy at nmccolm@minlib. net.
Monday, August 1011:00 AM—12:15 PMOnline
Practice Your English I
Practice speaking English and learn about other cultures, in a supportive environment. This 6-week series is for beginning to intermediate English learners. Please send questions to Nancy at nmccolm@minlib. net.
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Tuesday, August 111:00—2:00 PMOnline
Club de espanol
Practice speaking Spanish in a supportive environment. Please register to receive the Zoom link. Send any questions or comments to Nancy at nmccolm@minlib. net
Tuesday, August 116:00—7:00 PMOnline
Amate Bark Painting Program with Pop Up Art School for ages 8 to 12
Learn about traditional Amate bark paper which has been used for centuries in indigenous Mexican art with Pop Up Art School. Using basic supplies found around the house students will draw and paint a bird along with the instructor. Recommended for children ages 8 and up.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 117:00—8:30 PMOnline
Virtual Trivia Night!
Join us for another evening of Virtual Trivia for solo players and teams. Registrants (soloists and team captains only) will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email on the afternoon of the event. This email will also include the rules and an answer sheet.…Learn More12
Wednesday, August 1211:15 AM—12:00 PMOnline
Children's Advanced Drama Workshop with Ali Coes
Little Spark Theater brings imagination to the next level! This class allows children to explore imaginative play in greater depth. Each class has a literacy component and is aligned with state standards for Theater Education. This class is for ages 6-8.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 127:00—8:30 PMOnline
Tai Chi Easy, Level 2
Tai Chi practitioner and coach, Aisling O'Shea, will guide you through this beautiful and low impact form of martial art and meditation. No equipment necessary; just wear comfortable clothing! Anyone is welcome to join, especially if you've attended or watched any Tai Chi classes from the Belmont Public Library (watch the recording from our class on April 25 here on YouTube).…Learn More13
Thursday, August 1310:00—10:30 AMOnline
Virtual Children's Concert with Marcos Valles
Join Marcos Valles, founder of Rockabye Beats, for an online concert with a huge variety of musical sounds, and classic and original songs. Marcos is a teacher and a musician and makes music easy to access for his audience. Come sing, dance, and get a little loco! Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.…Learn More
Thursday, August 134:00—5:00 PMOnline
Teen Advisory Board
Open to teens entering grades 7-12. Join the Teen Advisory Board and meet once a month in the afternoon to work on volunteer projects, help plan teen events, and select teen books, movies and other materials. The Zoom link will be sent to you the day before the meeting.
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Friday, August 149:00 AM—12:00 PMFriends Donation RoomBelmont Public Library336 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA, 02478
Friends Book Donations
The Friends of the Belmont Public Library will accept book donations between 9 am and 12 pm on Fridays only. To donate, come to the back door of the library, where you will be met by a Friends volunteer. Each donor may bring up to 3 bags or boxes of books.…Learn More
Friday, August 1412:30—2:30 PMOnline
Knitting Club
Bring your knitting, crocheting, or any fiber craft to a social afternoon on Zoom with fellow local crafters. This program will be held online through Zoom. Register to receive the link to join. Questions? Email Corinne at ccoveney@minlib. net.Friday, August 143:00—4:00 PMOnline
DIY Teen Takeaway: Mask Iron-Ons
Open to grades 6-12. Learn how to use Cricut Design Space to create your own iron-on design and apply one to your favorite fabric face-mask. This is a first-come, first-serve event. The activity kits with Zoom link will be available for pick-up near the Parking Lot Pick-Up area during our Parking Lot Pick-Up Hours from 10-12:30 and 2:00-4:00 on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday before the event as supplies last.15
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Monday, August 1710:00—11:00 AMOnline
Practice Your English II
Practice speaking English and learn about other cultures, in a supportive environment. This 6-week series is for intermediate to advanced English learners. Please send questions to Nancy at nmccolm@minlib. net.
Monday, August 1711:00 AM—12:15 PMOnline
Practice Your English I
Practice speaking English and learn about other cultures, in a supportive environment. This 6-week series is for beginning to intermediate English learners. Please send questions to Nancy at nmccolm@minlib. net.
Monday, August 173:00—3:45 PMOnline
Habitat -- Meadow Exploration - A Virtual Program for Kids
What’s the difference between the animals living in a grassy meadow compared to a tree-filled forest right nearby? The plants living in an environment often dictate what animals survive there. Join Habitat Sanctuary’s naturalist, Paul Kelley, as he…Learn More
Monday, August 173:00—5:00 PMOnline
D&D Character Creation Studio
Open to students entering Grades 6-12. Create a new character for Dungeons and Dragons, 5th Edition, and prepare for our new YA Librarian's debut online D&D game. Learn the basics of the game, duel your friends, and write a backstory for your character to play on Thursday.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 181:00—2:00 PMOnline
CANCELED - Club de espanol
Practice speaking Spanish in a supportive environment. Please register to receive the Zoom link. Send any questions or comments to Nancy at nmccolm@minlib. net
Tuesday, August 184:00—4:30 PMOnline
Virtual Yoga for Kids with Roxana and Paulina -- For Ages 7 to 10
Join Roxana and Paulina, certified children's Yoga instructors for a virtual class for ages 7 to 10. See more information here -- https://www. facebook. com/breatheyoungyogi/Space is limited.
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Wednesday, August 1911:15 AM—12:00 PMOnline
Theater Games for Kids with Ali Coes
Ready to have some fun with Little Spark Theater? This theater game class is perfect for either the theater pro or newbie. We’ll explore the basics of improvisation and acting through games, so get ready for some antics, shenanigans, and a ridiculously fun time! This class is for ages 9-11.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 209:30—10:00 AMOnline
Virtual Farmers' Market Storytime
Even though the library won't be live at the Belmont Farmer's Market this year, we will still be able to do virtual storytimes celebrating food, animals, and all the fun we usually have at the Market. Sign up to join us on Zoom as we read stories related to food and summer fun.…Learn More
Thursday, August 202:30—5:00 PMOnline
D&D Campaign for Teens
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Open to students entering Grades 6-12. Play an online game of Dungeons and Dragons, 5th Edition, led by our new YA Librarian, Hannah Lee. Registration and a completed character sheet is required. For any questions about character level or campaign setting, please email Hannah Lee at hlee@minlib.…Learn MoreThursday, August 207:00—8:15 PMOnline
Nonfiction Book Club
Just because the Library is closed to the public doesn't mean we don't still want to talk about books! Join librarians Lauren Pfendner and Chris Tremblay in the Nonfiction Book Club for an online discussion of Sorry I'm Late, I Didn't Want to Come: One Introvert's Year of Saying Yes by Jessica Pan on Thursday, August 20 at 7pm.…Learn More21
Friday, August 219:00 AM—12:00 PMFriends Donation RoomBelmont Public Library336 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA, 02478
Friends Book Donations
The Friends of the Belmont Public Library will accept book donations between 9 am and 12 pm on Fridays only. To donate, come to the back door of the library, where you will be met by a Friends volunteer. Each donor may bring up to 3 bags or boxes of books.…Learn More
Friday, August 2111:00—11:30 AMOnline
Virtual Concert with Matt Heaton
We miss our monthly concerts with Matt Heaton, but we are so excited to get to see him on our Zoom account! Sing and dance along at home with Matt's classic and original songs. Register online.…Learn MoreFriday, August 2112:30—2:30 PMOnline
Knitting Club
Bring your knitting, crocheting, or any fiber craft to a social afternoon on Zoom with fellow local crafters. This program will be held online through Zoom. Register to receive the link to join. Questions? Email Corinne at ccoveney@minlib. net.22
Saturday, August 2210:00—11:30 AMOnline
Tai Chi Easy, Level 1
Tai Chi practitioner and coach, Aisling O'Shea, will guide you through this beautiful and low impact form of martial art and meditation. No equipment necessary; just wear comfortable clothing!
This class will provide an overview of the basic concepts of Tai Chi and Qi Gong, and students will be
guided through a step-by-step instruction in the 5 Tai Chi Easy movements.…Learn More23
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Monday, August 246:30—7:30 PMOnline
Creativebug Craftalong: Pop-Up Cards and DIY Envelopes (for adults & high schoolers)
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Get crafty with us! We'll follow along with a tutorial from Creativebug, a website with hundreds of arts and crafts videos taught by design experts and artists. We're making flower bouquet pop-up cards and DIY envelopes. You'll end this class with a colorful, one-of-a-kind card to send to your favorite aunt, your best friend, or your new pen pal! Supplies will be provided; register to be contacted when the craft supplies kits are ready for pickup at the library.…Learn More25
Tuesday, August 2510:00—10:30 AMOnline
Virtual Concert with Emily Hall
Join Parents Choice Award winning singer and musician Emily Hall for songs old and new and lots of interactive fun for your little one. Recommended for families with children ages zero to five.Tuesday, August 251:00—2:00 PMOnline
Club de espanol
Practice speaking Spanish in a supportive environment. Please register to receive the Zoom link. Send any questions or comments to Nancy at nmccolm@minlib. net
Tuesday, August 256:30—7:30 PMOnline
Bugs Rule! -- Insects All Around Us with Habitat -- a Virtual Program for All Ages
Late summer finds an abundance of insects crawling and on-the-wing, singing and silent, sipping plant juices or nabbing other insects for supper. Join Mass Audubon Habitat’s Barbara Bates and find out more about the habits of some of our local insects, including spit bugs, crickets, cicadas and cicada-killers, praying mantises, and dragonflies.
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Wednesday, August 2610:00—10:30 AMOnline
Virtual Music and Movement with Rubi
We miss seeing Rubi on Mondays, but she will be here virtually for us on Zoom. Space is limited. For children ages 2-5, this active program will get kids (and their grownups) moving, dancing and having fun!Wednesday, August 267:00—8:30 PMOnline
Tai Chi Easy, Level 2
Tai Chi practitioner and coach, Aisling O'Shea, will guide you through this beautiful and low impact form of martial art and meditation. No equipment necessary; just wear comfortable clothing! Anyone is welcome to join, especially if you've attended or watched any Tai Chi classes from the Belmont Public Library (watch the recording from our class on April 25 here on YouTube).…Learn More27
Thursday, August 274:30—5:30 PMOnline
Teen Advisory Board
Open to teens entering grades 7-12. Join the Teen Advisory Board and meet once a month in the afternoon to work on volunteer projects, help plan teen events, and select teen books, movies and other materials. The Zoom link will be sent to you the day before the meeting.
Thursday, August 276:00—7:00 PMOnline
DIY Teen Takeaway: Nailed It! Krispie Wars
Open to grades 6-12. Compete against your friends in an online, timed rice-krispie sculpting competition with supplies provided by the library. Registration Required. The activity kits with Zoom link will be available for pick-up near the Parking Lot Pick-Up area during our Parking Lot Pick-Up Hours from 10-12:30 and 2:00-4:00 on the Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday before the event as supplies last.28
Friday, August 289:00 AM—12:00 PMFriends Donation RoomBelmont Public Library336 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA, 02478
Friends Book Donations
The Friends of the Belmont Public Library will accept book donations between 9 am and 12 pm on Fridays only. To donate, come to the back door of the library, where you will be met by a Friends volunteer. Each donor may bring up to 3 bags or boxes of books.…Learn More
Friday, August 2810:00—10:30 AMOnline
Virtual Puppet Storytime with Leigh Baltzer
Listen to stories and sing songs with Leigh Baltzer and her puppet friends. Recommended for age 2 to 5. Friday, August 2812:30—2:30 PMOnline
Knitting Club
Bring your knitting, crocheting, or any fiber craft to a social afternoon on Zoom with fellow local crafters. This program will be held online through Zoom. Register to receive the link to join. Questions? Email Corinne at ccoveney@minlib. net.Friday, August 283:00—5:00 PMOnline
D&D Campaign for Teens
Open to students entering Grades 6-12. Play an online game of Dungeons and Dragons, 5th Edition, led by our new YA Librarian, Hannah Lee. Registration and a completed character sheet is required. For any questions about character level or campaign setting, please email Hannah Lee at hlee@minlib.…Learn More
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Monday, August 313:30—5:00 PMOnline
CANCELED - Magic the Gathering for Teens
Open to students entering Grades 6-12. Join our tournament of players on the gaming software, Magic the Gathering Arena. Each new player who registers will receive a code for 3 free virtual booster packs from MtG Arena.