Teen
Teen Instagram Takeover- Canceled for 03/28- Rescheduled for 04/16
Conference RoomLooking for Teens 11-17 who are writers, and fans of books. This is what we will do in this program.. ~Write a letter to your favorite author. ~We will post it on our library teen Instagram. If willing, we can video you reading the letter. ~ Wait for a response! This is a great way […]
Dragon-Fold Bookmaking Workshop
Conference RoomThe Belfast Free Library and the Office of the Belfast Poet Laureate want you to celebrate the Year of the Dragon and National Poetry Month! Waldo County children and teens are invited to write poems on the theme of bravery, courage, and resilience. This year, we're adding a twist: the option of creating dragon-fold books to house the poems! […]
Get Ready For the Eclipse!
Abbott RoomGet Ready For the Eclipse! Presented by Friends of Sears Island and The Belfast Free Library ~ Learn all about eclipses, build a solar projection box for safe viewing, and take home some free eclipse glasses!! ~Ages 5-12 years old, with an accompanying adult. ~Pre-registration is required, sign-up at: [email protected]
Make Way For Ducklings: A Musical Retelling Presented by the Halcyon String Quartet
Colonial TheatreMake Way For Ducklings ~Presented by Halcyon String Quartet: a musical retelling of Robert McCloskey's beloved children's book. Date: Saturday, April 6th Time: 3:00pm Place: The Colonial Theatre~ 163 High St, Belfast, ME 04915 Tickets: $7 Students | $9 Seniors | $10 Adults ~For more information, visit colonialtheatre.com
Teen Instagram Takeover
Conference RoomCALLING ALL TEEN WRITERS AND LOVERS OF BOOKS!!! ~Write a letter to your favorite author. ~We will Post it on our library teen Instagram. If willing, we can video you reading the letter. ~ Wait for a response!
Ocean Xplorers STEAM- Flippers, Fun, and Fur
Abbott Room~Join Maine 4-H and UMaine students to explore how scientists study marine mammals! Participants will explore research methods such as DNA extractions, fecal sampling, and sound studies used by marine mammal researchers. ~To request a reasonable accommodation, contact Sadee Mehuren, [email protected], 207.342.5971. ~Free event for ages 6-12. Space is limited to 30 children. ~For more […]
Origami Club For Teens
Abbott RoomTeens 11-17 are invited to join Origami Club! Each month we will be learning a new fold! Snacks Provided!!
2024 Youth Poetry Contest Reception and Reading
Abbott RoomDate of Reception and Reading: April 30th Time of Reception and Reading: 3:30pm to 4:30 pm Location of Reading and Reception: Abbott Room To celebrate National Poetry Month and the Year of the Dragon, children and teens of Waldo county have submitted poems on themes of bravery, courage and resilience. Prize winners will be announced […]
Free Mending Workshop with Rambling Repair
Abbott RoomFor centuries, and all across thee globe, people have been picking up a needle and thread to "make do and mend" and fix what is fixable. Simply using a needle and thread and your own two hands, patching is an accessible, creative, and satisfying craft that allows you to keep your favorite items wearable while […]
Storytelling Through Fabric for Teens with Jane McLean
Conference RoomView a tabletop display of select panels from the “circles of my life: a fiber art celebration“ Exhibit. Learn the process of telling a personal story using fabric pieces in a traditional pattern. Create a framed wall hanging based on the folded star pattern; no sewing is required. Share a story about your work. Register by emailing Crystal at [email protected] […]