February 2025

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Monday, February 311:00 AM—12:00 PMOnline

Practice your English - Monday ZOOM

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Moira meets on Zoom and begins on Monday, January 13th, 2025 and runs through April 7th, 2025. The group will not meet on January 20th (Martin Luther King, Jr.…Learn More

Monday, February 31:00—2:15 PMConference Room #12Homer Municipal Building, 1st Floor, 19 Moore St, Belmont, MA, 02478

Practice your English - In-Person Mondays

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Moira meets on Zoom and begins on Monday, January 13th, 2025 and runs through April 7th, 2025. The group will not meet on January 20th (Martin Luther King, Jr.…Learn More

Monday, February 36:00—7:30 PMClassroom A, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478

Chocolate Dipping with A Chocolate Dream

chocolateWho doesn't love chocolate?! Join Vicki Frassica from Belmont's A Chocolate Dream for a night of chocolate dipping - pretzels, fruit, etc. Come and enjoy!
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Tuesday, February 410:00—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, February 411:00 AM—12:00 PMOnline

Practice your English - Tuesday ZOOM

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Moira meets on Zoom and begins on Tuesday, January 14th, 2025 and runs through April 1st, 2025. Please send any questions to Elise at ecluster@minlib. net.
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Wednesday, February 59:30—10:00 AMMultipurpose Room, Beech Street Center266 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 small side of the Multipurpose Room on the first floor.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 59:30—11:30 AMOnline

Age 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group REGISTER

The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. 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, February 52:45—3:30 PMBenton Library75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478

Little Bookworms Author Study -- PROGRAM FULL

Program full. Thank you for your patience. Read and have fun each week as we explore a series of books by the same author with the educators from Watertown Family Center. Recommended for ages 3 and up. What is an Author study? It is an incredible opportunity for children to learn how to compare and contrast themes in author’s books, analyze text and illustrations, and make connections between an author's life and his/her work and between the author's work and your child’s life.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 56:00—7:30 PMClassroom A, Beech Street Center266 Beech St, Belmont, MA, 02478

Writers Group

Writers GroupIf you've got a story you're working on, or if you have an idea for one you'd like to write and just need a little help, JOIN US!All writers ranging from never-done-it-what-am-I-doing to experienced are welcome! Be ready to read, and be ready to…Learn More

Wednesday, February 57:00—8:00 PMOnline

Successfully Navigating College Admissions in 2025 (VIRTUAL)

Successfully Navigating College Admissions in 2025 (VIRTUAL)This program is recommended for parents and their high school teens and is a detailed and strategic overview of what students should focus on for a successful college admissions process. This program covers current college admissions trends, the changing test-optional environment, admissions strategies, college visits, a timeline and other action steps that can be taken to make this Fall productive and to help reduce the stress around the admissions process.…Learn More
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Thursday, February 610:00—10:30 AMMultipurpose Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, 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 on the small side of the Multipurpose Room on the first floor. The Beech Street Center is located at  266 Beech Street in Belmont, MA.…Learn More

Thursday, February 66:30—7:25 PMClassroom B, 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, February 79:30—11:00 AMBeech Street Center266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478

Share the Love -- An Intergenerational Valentine's Day Program

February is the month we celebrate love! We are calling on all generations to come together for friendship, celebration and creativity on February 7th from 9:30 am to 11:00 am. Seniors will have the opportunity to create a Valentine keepsake to keep or give as a gift.…Learn More

Friday, February 71:00—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, February 1010:00—10:45 AMBenton Library75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478

Little Puzzlers at the Benton Library

Come solve some puzzles and play some games with us! We will provide puzzles and simple games for you and your little ones to play with together. Recommended for ages 2 to 5.   Puzzles and games courtesy of the Friends of the Belmont Public Library.

Monday, February 1011:00 AM—12:00 PMOnline

Practice your English - Monday ZOOM

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Moira meets on Zoom and begins on Monday, January 13th, 2025 and runs through April 7th, 2025. The group will not meet on January 20th (Martin Luther King, Jr.…Learn More

Monday, February 101:00—2:15 PMConference Room #12Homer Municipal Building, 1st Floor, 19 Moore St, Belmont, MA, 02478

Practice your English - In-Person Mondays

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Moira meets on Zoom and begins on Monday, January 13th, 2025 and runs through April 7th, 2025. The group will not meet on January 20th (Martin Luther King, Jr.…Learn More
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Tuesday, February 1110:00—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, February 1111:00 AM—12:00 PMOnline

Practice your English - Tuesday ZOOM

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Moira meets on Zoom and begins on Tuesday, January 14th, 2025 and runs through April 1st, 2025. Please send any questions to Elise at ecluster@minlib. net.
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Wednesday, February 129:30—10:00 AMMultipurpose Room, Beech Street Center266 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 small side of the Multipurpose Room on the first floor.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 122:00—3:00 PMBeech Street Center266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478

Teen Reference Hour!

librarian at desk, dates and hours listedThe Young Adult Librarian will be on desk to assist teens and teen-adjacent folks with research and homework questions, book suggestions, and any other teen-service-related topics!

Wednesday, February 122:45—3:30 PMBenton Library75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478

Little Bookworms Author Study -- PROGRAM FULL

Program full. Thank you for your patience. Read and have fun each week as we explore a series of books by the same author with the educators from Watertown Family Center. Recommended for ages 3 and up. What is an Author study? It is an incredible opportunity for children to learn how to compare and contrast themes in author’s books, analyze text and illustrations, and make connections between an author's life and his/her work and between the author's work and your child’s life.…Learn More
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Thursday, February 1310:00—10:30 AMMultipurpose Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, 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 on the small side of the Multipurpose Room on the first floor. The Beech Street Center is located at  266 Beech Street in Belmont, MA.…Learn More

Thursday, February 134:00—5:00 PMOutside the Library

Teen Advisory Board (Volunteer)

Teen Advisory Board (Volunteer)The Teen Advisory Board is open to teenagers in grades 7-12. Come meet other teens and help brainstorm new programs, activities, and volunteer opportunities! This is a Community Service Opportunity. Questions? Email Maya Escobar at mescobar@minlib. net or askbelmontya@minlib.…Learn More

Thursday, February 136:30—7:25 PMClassroom B, 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

Thursday, February 137:00—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. February's selection is Havana Nocturne by TJ English.…Learn More
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Monday, February 17Library Closed

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Tuesday, February 1811:00 AM—12:00 PMOnline

Practice your English - Tuesday ZOOM

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Moira meets on Zoom and begins on Tuesday, January 14th, 2025 and runs through April 1st, 2025. Please send any questions to Elise at ecluster@minlib. net.
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Wednesday, February 199:30—11:30 AMOnline

Age 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group REGISTER

The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. 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, February 191:15—2:00 PMTown Hall Auditorium Town Hall, 455 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA, 02478

Global Tour with Wildlife Encounters - February Vacation Program - (Belmont Town Hall Auditorium)

Does your family love animals? Meet some amazing wildlife right here in Belmont! Kids will have the chance to meet animals from all over the world and learn about all the amazing things they can do. This program is recommended for families with kids ages 4 years and older but all are welcome.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 197:00—8:00 PMOnline

Democracy Talks: A Migrant Family's Search for Home in MA REGISTER

Join WBUR journalist Simón Rios as he shares his journey reporting on the plight of migrants in MA amidst changing shelter policies and shifting political climate. Rios is an award-winning bilingual reporter. At WBUR he covers the ways Greater Boston is changing, with an eye on demographics, immigration and inequality.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 197:00—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, February 2010:00—10:30 AMTown Hall Auditorium Town Hall, 455 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA, 02478

Puppet Storytime for Ages 2 to 6 with Nicola Rose (Belmont Town Hall Auditorium)

Join Nicola the puppeteer and her band of puppets for a winter-themed puppet storytime appropriate for ages 6 and under — and their parents! We'll read some stories, sing some songs and enjoy a cozy time with puppets. Nicola Rose is a filmmaker and a puppeteer.…Learn More

Thursday, February 206:30—7:25 PMClassroom B, 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, February 2110:30—11:15 AMBenton Library75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478

Infant Massage with Sheryl White at the Benton Library

Learn how to massage your baby in a calm environment. This class will give you the information that you need to start massaging your baby right away. Please bring a baby blanket and dress in comfortable clothing. Benefits of Infant Massage include deepened bonding, promoting the strengthening of the digestive, respiratory, and circulatory systems, helping relieve the discomfort associated with gas and colic, better sleep, stress release which builds daily from new experiences, increased confidence and sensitivity to baby’s cues, and improved relaxation and soothing.…Learn More
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Monday, February 2411:00 AM—12:00 PMOnline

Practice your English - Monday ZOOM

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Moira meets on Zoom and begins on Monday, January 13th, 2025 and runs through April 7th, 2025. The group will not meet on January 20th (Martin Luther King, Jr.…Learn More

Monday, February 241:00—2:15 PMConference Room #12Homer Municipal Building, 1st Floor, 19 Moore St, Belmont, MA, 02478

Practice your English - In-Person Mondays

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Moira meets on Zoom and begins on Monday, January 13th, 2025 and runs through April 7th, 2025. The group will not meet on January 20th (Martin Luther King, Jr.…Learn More

Monday, February 243:45—4:30 PMBenton Library75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478

Joey’s Junior Book Club (for Kindergarten Through Second Grade)

Join our monthly book club just for new readers and their grownups! Read the book at home, and then gather at the library to discuss the story and do fun activities. This program is for kindergarten, first, and second graders and their grownups. Space is limited.…Learn More
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Tuesday, February 2510:00—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, February 2511:00 AM—12:00 PMOnline

Practice your English - Tuesday ZOOM

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Moira meets on Zoom and begins on Tuesday, January 14th, 2025 and runs through April 1st, 2025. Please send any questions to Elise at ecluster@minlib. net.
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Wednesday, February 269:30—10:00 AMMultipurpose Room, Beech Street Center266 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 small side of the Multipurpose Room on the first floor.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 262:00—3:00 PMBeech Street Center266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478

Teen Reference Hour!

librarian at desk, dates and hours listedThe Young Adult Librarian will be on desk to assist teens and teen-adjacent folks with research and homework questions, book suggestions, and any other teen-service-related topics!
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Thursday, February 2710:00—10:30 AMMultipurpose Room, Beech Street Center266 Beech Street, 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 on the small side of the Multipurpose Room on the first floor. The Beech Street Center is located at  266 Beech Street in Belmont, MA.…Learn More

Thursday, February 276:30—7:25 PMClassroom B, 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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