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Thursday, August 110:00—10:30 AMClassroom B, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478
All Ages Storytime (For Ages 0 to 5) at the Beech Street Center
Great books, fun puppets, music -- we have it all! Join us for an all ages storytime complete full of fun and surprises. This program will be held at the Beech Street Center in classroom A next to the computer lab. The Beech Street Center is located at 266 Beech Street in Belmont, MA.…Learn More
Thursday, August 14:00—4:30 PMFarmers' Market
Farmers' Market Storytime
Orange you glad we’re back? We are so excited to return for Farmers’ Market fun! Join us in the town center parking lot for tasty stories and sing-along songs. Recommended for ages 2-6; no registration required. Inclement weather may cause cancellation.…Learn More
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Friday, August 21:00—3:00 PMArts Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, 266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Knitting Club
Bring your knitting, crocheting, or any fiber craft to a social afternoon with fellow local crafters. This program will be held in person in the Arts Room at the Beech Street Center. Questions? Email Elise at ecluster@minlib. net.
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Monday, August 53:30—4:15 PMBenton Library75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478
Bike Safety Session for Kids at the Benton
What do you need to do before you ride a bike? How do you wear a helmet correctly? What are the correct hand signals for bike riding? Please join a representative from the MassDOT's Safe Routes to School Program to learn everything you need to do to ride your bike safely.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 610:00—10:30 AMBenton Library75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478
Preschool Storytime at the Benton Library (for Ages 2 and Up)
Enjoy a cozy storytime full of great books, songs, puppets, and more while browsing for your family's new favorite books at our space at the Benton Library (75 Oakley Road, at the corner of Oakley Road and Old Middlesex Road in Belmont) . For more information about our temporary spaces, please click here -- https://belmontpubliclibrary.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 610:30—11:30 AMOnline
Armchair Travel to the French Wine Regions REGISTER
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. **
France has 17 different wine regions, each with unique wines, history, and a strong cultural identity. Explore the sites and wines of Provence, Cote du Rhone, and Burgundy.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 61:30—2:30 PMMultipurpose Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure - A Children's Program from Talewise
Join Talewise on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle! The audience helps the performer act out the tale, as we use the events in the story to explore science concepts such as energy transfer, physical and chemical changes, and much more.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 79:30—10:00 AMArts Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, 266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Littlest Ones Storytime (0-2 years old) at the Beech Street Center
Special stories, songs, and activities for our youngest patrons! Join us for a program designed for infants and toddlers full of fun, music, and surprises.
This program will be held at the Beech Street Center in the Arts Room on the first floor. The Beech Street Center is located at 266 Beech Street in Belmont, MA.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 79:30—11:30 AMOnline
Age 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group REGISTER
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 77:00—8:00 PMOnline
Page of Enlightenment History Book Club
We all know the adage, "those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it. ” Don't be a victim - instead join librarians Lauren Pfendner and Chris Tremblay for an engrossing read of historical nonfiction every month. August's selection is Midnight's Furies: The Deadly Legacy of India's Partition by Nisid Hajari.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 810:00—10:30 AMClassroom B, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478
All Ages Storytime (For Ages 0 to 5) at the Beech Street Center
Great books, fun puppets, music -- we have it all! Join us for an all ages storytime complete full of fun and surprises. This program will be held at the Beech Street Center in classroom A next to the computer lab. The Beech Street Center is located at 266 Beech Street in Belmont, MA.…Learn More
Thursday, August 84:00—4:30 PMFarmers' Market
Farmers' Market Storytime
Orange you glad we’re back? We are so excited to return for Farmers’ Market fun! Join us in the town center parking lot for tasty stories and sing-along songs. Recommended for ages 2-6; no registration required. Inclement weather may cause cancellation.…Learn More
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Friday, August 910:00—10:30 AMBenton Library75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478
Bike and Walking Safety Storytime at the Benton
Come listen to some and walking bike safety stories read by a representative of the MassDOT's Safe Routes to School program and then ask any safety questions you have. This program is recommended for families with kids up to age 5 but all are welcome.…Learn More
Friday, August 91:00—3:00 PMArts Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, 266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Knitting Club
Bring your knitting, crocheting, or any fiber craft to a social afternoon with fellow local crafters. This program will be held in person in the Arts Room at the Beech Street Center. Questions? Email Elise at ecluster@minlib. net.
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Monday, August 1210:00—10:45 AMBenton Library75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478
Little Builders at the Benton Library
Come build with us! We will provide building toys of all kinds for your little ones to play and create with. Recommended for ages 2 to 5. Toys courtesy of the Friends of the Belmont Public Library.
Monday, August 122:00—3:30 PMMultipurpose Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Afternoon Craft: "Stained Glass" Suncatcher
Rachelle Toth is back in August to make "stained glass" suncatchers. Space is limited, so please make sure to register! This is for adults. 13
Tuesday, August 1310:00—10:30 AMBenton Library75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478
Preschool Storytime at the Benton Library (for Ages 2 and Up)
Enjoy a cozy storytime full of great books, songs, puppets, and more while browsing for your family's new favorite books at our space at the Benton Library (75 Oakley Road, at the corner of Oakley Road and Old Middlesex Road in Belmont) . For more information about our temporary spaces, please click here -- https://belmontpubliclibrary.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 1310:30—11:30 AMOnline
Armchair Travel to Corsica REGISTER
Travel to Corsica, the jewel of the Mediterranean. Mountains and beaches beckon travelers. Politically, it is a French Department. Historically, it is tied to Genoa. Corsica is a free spirit in the Ligurian Sea with a French Mediterranean flavor and a Genoese nod.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 131:30—2:30 PMMultipurpose Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Unicorn Party for Kids -- PROGRAM FULL
Sign up for this program has closed. Please email dborsuk@minlib. net if you have any questions. Unicorn stories, unicorn crafts, and unicorn fun of all kinds are waiting here for kids of all ages and their grown-ups. Craft supplies are generously funded by the Friends of the Belmont Public Library.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 149:30—10:00 AMArts Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, 266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Littlest Ones Storytime (0-2 years old) at the Beech Street Center
Special stories, songs, and activities for our youngest patrons! Join us for a program designed for infants and toddlers full of fun, music, and surprises.
This program will be held at the Beech Street Center in the Arts Room on the first floor. The Beech Street Center is located at 266 Beech Street in Belmont, MA.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 1510:00—10:30 AMClassroom B, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478
All Ages Storytime (For Ages 0 to 5) at the Beech Street Center
Great books, fun puppets, music -- we have it all! Join us for an all ages storytime complete full of fun and surprises. This program will be held at the Beech Street Center in classroom A next to the computer lab. The Beech Street Center is located at 266 Beech Street in Belmont, MA.…Learn More
Thursday, August 154:00—4:30 PMFarmers' Market
CANCELED - Farmers' Market Storytime
Orange you glad we’re back? We are so excited to return for Farmers’ Market fun! Join us in the town center parking lot for tasty stories and sing-along songs. Recommended for ages 2-6; no registration required. Inclement weather may cause cancellation.…Learn More
Thursday, August 157:00—9:00 PMOnline
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
The Board of Library Trustees meeting will be held via Zoom. Please register to be sent the Zoom information or use the link below:Committee Name: Board of Library TrusteesDate: Thursday, August 15th 2024Time: 7:00pmJoin Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.…Learn More
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Friday, August 1610:30—11:15 AMMultipurpose Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Teddy Bear Picnic at the Beech Street Center -- PROGRAM FULL
This program is currently full. Please email dborsuk@minlib. net with any questions. Everyone loves a picnic! People and teddy bears of all ages are invited to this intergenerational program! This program includes:-Music for all ages with Ruth-Stories and other bear related fun with Deborah from the Belmont Public Library-A "well bear check-up station" to make sure your teddy bear (or other favorite stuffed animal!)is in the best shape ever!-Treats, take-home crafts, and all sorts of goodies.…Learn More
Friday, August 161:00—3:00 PMArts Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, 266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Knitting Club
Bring your knitting, crocheting, or any fiber craft to a social afternoon with fellow local crafters. This program will be held in person in the Arts Room at the Beech Street Center. Questions? Email Elise at ecluster@minlib. net.
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Tuesday, August 2010:00—10:30 AMBenton Library75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478
Preschool Storytime at the Benton Library (for Ages 2 and Up)
Enjoy a cozy storytime full of great books, songs, puppets, and more while browsing for your family's new favorite books at our space at the Benton Library (75 Oakley Road, at the corner of Oakley Road and Old Middlesex Road in Belmont) . For more information about our temporary spaces, please click here -- https://belmontpubliclibrary.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 207:00—8:30 PMOnline
Better Read Than Dead
We will be reading Elizabeth is Missing by Emma Healey. How do you solve a mystery when you can't remember the clues? In this darkly riveting debut novel—a sophisticated psychological mystery that is also an heartbreakingly honest meditation on memory,…Learn More
Tuesday, August 207:00—8:00 PMOnline
Maine Destinations for Stephen King Fans REGISTER
Author Sharon Kitchens will discuss her new book, "Stephen King's Maine: A History & Guide. " Explore Maine locations that serve as the basis for Stephen King’s fictional towns of Castle Rock, Jerusalem’s Lot, Derry, and Haven. Drawing on historical materials and conversations with locals and people who know King, learn about the places that would become the settings for Carrie, Salem’s Lot, The Dead Zone, Cujo, IT, and 11/22/63.…Learn More21
Wednesday, August 219:30—10:00 AMArts Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, 266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Littlest Ones Storytime (0-2 years old) at the Beech Street Center
Special stories, songs, and activities for our youngest patrons! Join us for a program designed for infants and toddlers full of fun, music, and surprises.
This program will be held at the Beech Street Center in the Arts Room on the first floor. The Beech Street Center is located at 266 Beech Street in Belmont, MA.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 219:30—11:30 AMOnline
Age 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group REGISTER
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 217:00—8:00 PMOnline
The Indigenous Old World -- An Exploration of Pre-Colombian North America REGISTER
Explore the worlds of the Indigenous peoples of North America before European colonization. North America was a place filled with cities, towns, and villages. Across the continent, Indigenous peoples produced architecture and monumental construction. The ancient and medieval communities of North America were fed by agriculture.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 217:00—8:30 PMOnline
Virtual Trivia Night!
Join us for an evening of Virtual Trivia for solo players and teams!
Registrants (soloists and team captains only) will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting. On the afternoon of the event there will be a follow-up email that will include the rules and an answer sheet.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 2210:00—10:30 AMClassroom B, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478
All Ages Storytime (For Ages 0 to 5) at the Beech Street Center
Great books, fun puppets, music -- we have it all! Join us for an all ages storytime complete full of fun and surprises. This program will be held at the Beech Street Center in classroom A next to the computer lab. The Beech Street Center is located at 266 Beech Street in Belmont, MA.…Learn More
Thursday, August 2212:00—1:30 PMClassroom A, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478
Crafts & Games for Tweens & Teens
Stop in for a relaxing afternoon of craft activities, snacks and board games!Thursday, August 224:00—4:30 PMFarmers' Market
Farmers' Market Storytime
Orange you glad we’re back? We are so excited to return for Farmers’ Market fun! Join us in the town center parking lot for tasty stories and sing-along songs. Recommended for ages 2-6; no registration required. Inclement weather may cause cancellation.…Learn More
Thursday, August 226:15—6:45 PMBenton Library75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478
Pajama Storytime at the Benton
Wind down with pajama storytime at the Benton on Thursday, July 18th at 6:30pm! Children of all ages and their caregivers are welcome as we curl up with some cozy books and relaxing rhymes. Don’t forget to bring a favorite stuffed animal to join in the fun! The Benton Library is located at 75 Oakley Road; at the corner of Oakley Road and Old Middlesex Road in Belmont.…Learn More
Thursday, August 226:30—7:30 PMClassroom A, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478
Un groupe de conversation en Français
Un groupe de conversation en Français à la bibliothèque de Belmont! (A French Conversation Group at the Belmont Library [currently in Beech Street Center]!)You’re a non-native French speaker (beginner, intermediate, advanced), you work(ed) hard to learn French and you want to practice it in a friendly environment, have fun talking about culture, arts, gastronomy or any other subject that might interest you?Come join us, boost your oral expression, your vocabulary and confidence in the French language!The group is led by Elodie, a native French speaker who arrived in Belmont in the summer of 2021.…Learn More
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Friday, August 231:00—3:00 PMArts Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, 266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Knitting Club
Bring your knitting, crocheting, or any fiber craft to a social afternoon with fellow local crafters. This program will be held in person in the Arts Room at the Beech Street Center. Questions? Email Elise at ecluster@minlib. net.
Friday, August 236:30—8:30 PMMultipurpose Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Dial M for Movies
Join Director Peter Struzziero and fellow movie aficionados for a movie screening of Overboard. We'll bring the concession snacks, you bring yourself!24
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Monday, August 267:00—8:30 PMOnline
RainbowLit: LGBTQ+ Book Group
This month we will be reading The Guncle by Steven Rowley. Patrick, or Gay Uncle Patrick (GUP, for short), has always loved his niece, Maisie, and nephew, Grant. That is, he loves spending time with them when they come out to Palm Springs for weeklong visits, or when he heads home to Connecticut for the holidays.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 2710:00—10:30 AMBenton Library75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478
Preschool Storytime at the Benton Library (for Ages 2 and Up)
Enjoy a cozy storytime full of great books, songs, puppets, and more while browsing for your family's new favorite books at our space at the Benton Library (75 Oakley Road, at the corner of Oakley Road and Old Middlesex Road in Belmont) . For more information about our temporary spaces, please click here -- https://belmontpubliclibrary.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 2710:30—11:45 AMOnline
Armchair Travel To Greece (Rhodes & Symi) REGISTER
Join Jeff Klapes, the Traveling Librarian, for his newest armchair travel presentations. This series highlights travel photography and stories and travel tips about destinations around the world. This month, travel to Rhodes and Symi, two jewels of the Dodecanese islands in the eastern Aegean, both of which captivate visitors with their distinct charms.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 277:00—8:00 PMOnline
Home Canning with Confidence REGISTER
Celebrate Massachusetts Eat Local Month and learn how to make your own homemade jams from local stone fruit! Chef Afton Cyrus of Jam Sessions will offer a virtual cooking demonstration that will include an overview of food preservation basics, a demonstration of boiling water bath canning making Small-Batch Spiced Peach Jam from start to finish, and a Q&A session.…Learn More28
Wednesday, August 289:30—10:00 AMArts Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, 266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Littlest Ones Storytime (0-2 years old) at the Beech Street Center
Special stories, songs, and activities for our youngest patrons! Join us for a program designed for infants and toddlers full of fun, music, and surprises.
This program will be held at the Beech Street Center in the Arts Room on the first floor. The Beech Street Center is located at 266 Beech Street in Belmont, MA.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 2910:00—10:30 AMClassroom B, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478
All Ages Storytime (For Ages 0 to 5) at the Beech Street Center
Great books, fun puppets, music -- we have it all! Join us for an all ages storytime complete full of fun and surprises. This program will be held at the Beech Street Center in classroom A next to the computer lab. The Beech Street Center is located at 266 Beech Street in Belmont, MA.…Learn More
Thursday, August 294:00—4:30 PMFarmers' Market
Farmers' Market Storytime
Orange you glad we’re back? We are so excited to return for Farmers’ Market fun! Join us in the town center parking lot for tasty stories and sing-along songs. Recommended for ages 2-6; no registration required. Inclement weather may cause cancellation.…Learn More
Thursday, August 296:30—7:30 PMClassroom A, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478
CANCELED - Un groupe de conversation en Français
Un groupe de conversation en Français à la bibliothèque de Belmont! (A French Conversation Group at the Belmont Library [currently in Beech Street Center]!)You’re a non-native French speaker (beginner, intermediate, advanced), you work(ed) hard to learn French and you want to practice it in a friendly environment, have fun talking about culture, arts, gastronomy or any other subject that might interest you?Come join us, boost your oral expression, your vocabulary and confidence in the French language!The group is led by Elodie, a native French speaker who arrived in Belmont in the summer of 2021.…Learn More
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Friday, August 301:00—3:00 PMArts Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, 266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Knitting Club
Bring your knitting, crocheting, or any fiber craft to a social afternoon with fellow local crafters. This program will be held in person in the Arts Room at the Beech Street Center. Questions? Email Elise at ecluster@minlib. net.
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