Author Talk with David Florig
Abbott RoomMaine author David Florig will discuss his debut novel, The Stones of Ailsa Craig. Set in present-day Belfast, Maine and 1880s Scotland, the novel is a dark look into oneman’s loss, loneliness, and obsession with vengeance and justice. The Stones of Ailsa Craig is centered around theancient Scottish sport of curling and features a Foreword […]
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. […]
Art Reception: Circles of My Life by Jane Mclean
Kramer Gallery“Circles of My Life: A Fiber Art Celebration” by Jane B. McLean will be the exhibit in the Kramer Gallery of the Belfast Free Library December 1, 2023 through January 26, 2023. All are welcome to join Jane for an opening reception on Thursday December 7th, 4:00-6:00pm. The reception will take place in the Kramer […]
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.
Holiday on the Harbor
Belfast BoathouseEvents Ho-Ho-Holiday Book Drive with the Belfast Rotary Club Ornament Making with Cornerspring Montessori School Cookie Decorating with Front Street Pub Holiday Storytime with the Belfast Free Library Family Horse Drawn Wagon Rides with S&S Carriage Yummy Hot Chocolate with Waldo Cap Winter Socks from Colburn Shoe Store Youth Bike Giveaways from the Belfast Rotary […]
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.
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
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!
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.
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. […]