An in depth look at the Belfast Bicentennial Banners

Virtual Program on Zoom

Join Megan Pinette, Belfast Historical Society, for an in-depth look at the “Belfast Celebrates Maine’s Bicentennial, 1820 – 2020” photographic banners project. These extremely visible banners serve as a celebration of Maine and the City of Belfast and provide an opportunity for viewers to reflect on the rich history of both the City of Belfast […]

BFL Summer Reading Sign-Up Begins! Kids Take & Make: Origami Animal Bookmarks

Sign up for Belfast Free Library's Tales and Tales Summer Reading Program! Kids and teens can pick up their packets anytime after July 6. Programs and events are scheduled July 6 - August 17. Kids Take & Make Origami animal bookmarks Take & Make craft kits available for pickup at the library entrance all day […]

BFL Summer Reading: Jennifer Armstrong Outdoor Performance

Musician and storyteller Jennifer Armstrong presents Tuneful Tales Outdoor performances sponsored by Belfast Free Library Summer Reading Program take place at the top of the hill at Belfast Common -- With thanks to Belfast Parks and Recreation.

BFL Summer Reading Kids Take & Make: Pipe Cleaner Animals

Kids Take & Make -- Pipe cleaner animals Take & Make craft kits available for pickup at the library entrance all day on Tuesday. Any remaining kits will be available on the children's floor from Wednesday until they are gone.  

BFL Summer Reading — Chewonki: Owls of Maine Outdoor Presentation

Chewonki presents Owls of Maine: Habits and Adaptations of Maine’s Native Owls Three live owls are the highlights of this program, which introduces participants to the owls native to Maine and New England. Participants will learn the identifying characteristics and calls of each owl. Then, using talons, wings, and skulls, we explore the adaptations of […]

BFL Summer Reading Kids Take & Make: Backyard Birdfeeder

Kids Take & Make -- Backyard birdfeeder Take & Make craft kits available for pickup at the library entrance all day on Tuesday. Any remaining kits will be available on the children's floor from Wednesday until they are gone.

BFL Summer Reading – Maine Discovery Museum Sea Slime Outdoor Presentation

Maine Discovery Museum presents: Maine Sea Slime: Participants will explore and experiment with a very slimy substance from Maine’s underwater world. They will find out how it’s farmed, harvested, and used in food and make their own batch of special sea slime to take home. Grades K-8, wet activity! Outdoor performances sponsored by Belfast Free […]