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Tuesday, July 210:00—10:30 AMBenton Library 75 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, July 210:30—11:30 AMOnline
Virtual: Armchair Travel to Barcelona, Spain REGISTER
Over 19 million visitors a year come to Barcelona for its vibrant culture, architectural marvels, beautiful beaches, amazing food and much more. See the sights from a recent visit, and also learn how history and geography make the Catalan region unlike any other part of Spain.…Learn More3
Wednesday, July 3All DayOnline
Death Knell: A Shadowdark RPG Megadungeon
A bell tolls throughout the seven realms, bringing with it a fear of the unknown and a quivering dread that chills all mortals' bones. A mysterious dungeon island has appeared, a dark peak in what was once open oceans. United for the first time in centuries, the nations of Regnis send heroes to explore its depths and the dark secrets--or treasures--within.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 39:30—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, July 4Library Closed
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Friday, July 5Library Closed
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Monday, July 82:00—3:30 PMMultipurpose Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Craft: Cards made with String Art
Join us for an afternoon craft with Rachelle Toth. We'll being doing a card made with string art. This is for adults only. Please register as there is limited space. 9
Tuesday, July 910:00—10:30 AMBenton Library 75 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, July 910:30 AM—12:00 PMOnline
Virtual: Armchair Travel to Chios (Greece) 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 Chios, an island in the eastern Aegean, which captivates with its diverse landscapes and rich history.…Learn More10
Wednesday, July 10All DayOnline
Death Knell: A Shadowdark RPG Megadungeon
A bell tolls throughout the seven realms, bringing with it a fear of the unknown and a quivering dread that chills all mortals' bones. A mysterious dungeon island has appeared, a dark peak in what was once open oceans. United for the first time in centuries, the nations of Regnis send heroes to explore its depths and the dark secrets--or treasures--within.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 109:30—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, July 106:00—7:30 PMClassroom A, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478
Author Marcia Zug
Zug will discuss her book You'll Do: A History of Marrying for Reasons Other Than Love. In eras of slavery and segregation, Blacks sometimes gained white legal status through marriage. Laws have been designed to encourage people to marry so that certain societal benefits could be achieved: the population would increase, women would have financial security, children would be cared for, and immigrants would have familial connections.…Learn More11
Thursday, July 1110:00—10:30 AMClassroom A, 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, July 114:00—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, July 117:00—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. July's selection is The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot, an engrossing tale of which Entertainment Weekly said "the story of modern medicine and bioethics--and, indeed, race relations--is refracted beautifully, and movingly.…Learn More
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Friday, July 1210:00—10:30 AMMultipurpose Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Children's Concert with Matt Heaton
Concerts with Matt Heaton are back! Sing and dance along here at the Beech Street Center with one of Belmont’s favorite rock stars! Matt's classic and original songs delight all ages (even parents!). This program will be held at the Beech Street Center in the Multipurpose Room.…Learn More
Friday, July 121:00—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, July 1510:00—10:45 AMBenton Library 75 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, July 154:00—5:00 PMClassroom A, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478
CANCELED - Seedlings 101 Teens
Join Suzie Canale as she teaches us about plant growth and care while setting us up with seeds of our own (6 veggies and 6 flowers) in our own growing kits! Monday, July 156:00—7:00 PMClassroom A, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478
Seedlings 101
Join Suzie Canale as she teaches us about plant growth and care while setting us up with seeds of our own (6 veggies and 6 flowers) in our own growing kits! 16
Tuesday, July 1610:00—10:30 AMBenton Library 75 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, July 1610:30—11:30 AMOnline
Virtual: Armchair Travel to Malta REGISTER
Travel to Malta, a country that is both familiar and exotic. Located between Sicily and Tunisia, it once controlled the sea. From the Phoenicians through the Crusades and the World Wars and into the 21st century, Malta has been a Mediterranean hub of history and culture.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 161:30—2:30 PMMultipurpose Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Taylor Swift Party for Kids at the Beech Street Center
Calling all Swifties! Celebrate all things Taylor Swift with Children's Librarian and Taylor Swift superfan Rosanna. Are you ready for an afternoon of fun beyond your wildest dreams? Join us at the Beech Street Center as we make friendship bracelets, jam out to her music, and enjoy all kinds of Taylor Swift crafts and activities.…Learn More
Tuesday, July 167:00—8:00 PMOnline
World War II in Massachusetts REGISTER
Author James L. Parr will discuss his new book, "World War II Massachusetts. " Over 500,000 Massachusetts residents answered the call to military duty in the Second World War, while the rest of the state's citizens fought the war on the home front. Everyone in the family, including pets, found creative and essential ways to contribute.…Learn More17
Wednesday, July 17All DayOnline
Death Knell: A Shadowdark RPG Megadungeon
A bell tolls throughout the seven realms, bringing with it a fear of the unknown and a quivering dread that chills all mortals' bones. A mysterious dungeon island has appeared, a dark peak in what was once open oceans. United for the first time in centuries, the nations of Regnis send heroes to explore its depths and the dark secrets--or treasures--within.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 179:30—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 -- CANCELED
This storytime has been canceled for Wednesday, July 17th. We look forward to seeing families at storytimes on Wednesday, July 24th. Please see up to date event information here -- https://belmontpubliclibrary. net/events/
Wednesday, July 177:00—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, July 1810:00—10:30 AMClassroom A, 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, July 182:30—4:30 PMClassroom A, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478
Pop-Up Teen Space!
Drop in to our Pop-Up Teen Space!Thursday, July 184:00—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, July 186:15—6:45 PMBenton Library 75 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, July 187:00—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, July 18th 2024Time: 7:00pmTopic: Board of Library Trustees MeetingTime: Jul 18, 2024 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.…Learn More
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Friday, July 191:00—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, July 227:00—8:30 PMOnline
RainbowLit: LGBTQ+ Book Group
This month we will be reading How We Fight For Our Lives by Saeed Jones. Haunted and haunting, How We Fight for Our Lives is a stunning coming-of-age memoir about a young, black, gay man from the South as he fights to carve out a place for himself, within his family, within his country, within his own hopes, desires, and fears.…Learn More
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Tuesday, July 2310:00—10:30 AMBenton Library 75 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, July 231:30—2:30 PMMultipurpose Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478
Drop in Crafts for Kids at the Beech Street Center
Come create with us at the Beech Street Center! We will provide art supplies of all kinds, you provide the imagination. From oil pastels to paint markers to scratch paper, we have something for everyone. Kids of all ages and their grown ups can enjoy this program together.…Learn More
Tuesday, July 236:00—7:00 PMClassroom A, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478
Hybrid - online and in-person
CANCELED - Book A Trip Abroad: World Lit. Book Club
Book a Trip Abroad, no passport required! Travel the world through books. Join us on the fourth Tuesday of every month as we read books from different countries across the globe. July's selection is The Murmur of Bees by Sofia Segovia. Read below for a brief summary:
From the day that old Nana Reja found a baby abandoned under a bridge, the life of a small Mexican town forever changed.…Learn More24
Wednesday, July 24All DayOnline
Death Knell: A Shadowdark RPG Megadungeon
A bell tolls throughout the seven realms, bringing with it a fear of the unknown and a quivering dread that chills all mortals' bones. A mysterious dungeon island has appeared, a dark peak in what was once open oceans. United for the first time in centuries, the nations of Regnis send heroes to explore its depths and the dark secrets--or treasures--within.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 249:30—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 Multi-Purpose Room on the first floor.…Learn More
Wednesday, July 246:00—7:30 PMClassroom A, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478
Fused Glass Workshop
Make a little trinket tray (shown in picture) with dichroic fused glass. Space is limited so please make sure to register! For adults only. 25
Thursday, July 2510:00—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, July 254:00—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, July 261:00—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, July 266:30—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 Jaws. We'll bring the concession snacks, you bring yourself!27
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Tuesday, July 3010:00—10:30 AMBenton Library 75 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
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Wednesday, July 31All DayOnline
Death Knell: A Shadowdark RPG Megadungeon
A bell tolls throughout the seven realms, bringing with it a fear of the unknown and a quivering dread that chills all mortals' bones. A mysterious dungeon island has appeared, a dark peak in what was once open oceans. United for the first time in centuries, the nations of Regnis send heroes to explore its depths and the dark secrets--or treasures--within.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 319:30—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, July 3111:00 AM—12:30 PMClassroom A, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478
Pop Up Art School -- Hedgehog Painting -- For Ages 8 and Up
Imagine painting an adorable hedgehog with the most unconventional tools!We'll be repurposing bubble wrap to give the background a fascinating texture, and a simple plastic fork will be our secret weapon for creating those spiky quills. Join Pop up Art School for a fun art adventure.…Learn More