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.
Artist Talk and Reception: Susan Hess
Abbott RoomMiniature Echoes: Through the Art of the Gee's Bend Quiltmakers, an exhibit by fiber artist Susan Hess will be on display in the Kramer Gallery January 31- February 29, 2024. The exhibit is in recognition of Black History Month. In 2006, the U.S. Postal Service chose ten quilts created by the women of Gee's Bend, […]
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. […]
Lego Club – CANCELLED DUE TO STAFF ILLNESS 2/8
Abbott RoomLove LEGO blocks? Join the club. The library provides boxes of LEGO. Build what you like or take the Library Challenge. You can describe your build or leave it to our imagination. Your creation will be on display on the second floor of the library. All are welcome!
Kiss & Tell: A Love-Themed Reading Event
Abbott RoomAll are welcome to come and read a love-themed poem. Sign up starts at 6pm, readings at 6:30.
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.
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.
Valentine Card Making Celebration
Abbott RoomCome and celebrate the holiday of "love", at the library! Children, teens and adults are welcome to drop in the Abbott Room on February 13th, from 3:30 to 5:00, and make a valentine. We have beautiful supplies for making some top-notch valentines! Also, there will be love-themed foodies for you to enjoy. Come on down […]
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. […]
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.