The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
Abbott RoomThe Wheelbarrow Poets meets weekly on Tuesdays in the Abbott Room from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Writing prompts are sent in advance of the gatherings by Belfast Poet Laureate Maya Stein, and participants share work and discuss. Open to writers ages 18 & up. Email [email protected] for more information and to register.
Book Discussion: “Sacred Instructions Indigenous Wisdom for Living Spirit-Based Change” by Sherri Mitchell (Weh’na Ha’mu’Kwasset)
Abbott RoomCurl up with a good book that inspires appreciation of the natural world! The Belfast Bay Watershed Coalition and the Belfast Free Library invite you to join our discussion series. We will be reading three books throughout the winter months. Our first book , "Sacred Instructions Indigenous Wisdom for Living Spirit-Based Change" by Sherri Mitchell […]
Encouraging Wildlife in Our Gardens with Gail Presley, Wildlife Biologist
Virtual Program on ZoomThis program is the first in the Belfast Garden Club Evening Lecture Series co-sponsored by the Belfast Free Library. The program is offered on zoom. Register for the zoom link here. Watching a male Cardinal tenderly feed his mate makes us aware that they must be nesting nearby. Seeing a fox hunt for small rodents […]
Knit2Together
Abbott RoomKnitters, crocheters, yarn enthusiasts of all experience levels are welcome to join us every Wednesday , from 4:00-5:30 pm in the Abbott Room. This drop-in event is a chance for knitters- and crocheters too- of all ages and experience levels to chat, get tips, and learn from each other while working on their own projects. […]
Steam Team Explorers~ Marine Touch Tank: A Traveling Ocean Petting Zoo
Abbott RoomSee and touch Maine’s ocean life up-close-and-personal when University of Maine’s Center for Cooperative Aquaculture Research brings their traveling touch tank to the library. Free event for ages 8-12. Space is limited to 30 children. Registration is required Click here to register your child
Preschool Storytimes
Abbott RoomContent is prepared for ages 3-6 with read alouds, felt and flannel stories, puppets, songs, fingerplay and action rhymes. Concludes with a short book-based film and an easy craft.
Wiggle and Rhyme
Abbott RoomContent is prepared for birth through age 2. First 20 minutes are rhymes, songs and literacy followed by play time and bubbles for social time.
Be Red Cross Ready
Abbott RoomHome fires, floods, hurricanes and wildfires are becoming more frequent and can be devastating to our loved ones, homes and communities. Build confidence by learning simple steps you can take now, to help prepare and protect yourself and your loved ones. It’s easy to learn through our free disaster preparedness training. We will also have […]
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
Abbott RoomThe Wheelbarrow Poets meets weekly on Tuesdays in the Abbott Room from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Writing prompts are sent in advance of the gatherings by Belfast Poet Laureate Maya Stein, and participants share work and discuss. Open to writers ages 18 & up. Email [email protected] for more information and to register.
Tarot Deck Group for Teens
Conference RoomTeens 11-17, come and take part in our Tarot Deck Making Group! This is a three session group. We will each make a full 78 card Tarot Deck! All supplies will be provided. There will be snacks! You must register for this group. Space is limited, so register soon! You can either email [email protected], or […]