NEW STEAM Series! Ocean Xplorers for ages 8-12, Space is limited – Registration required
Abbott RoomNew STEAM Team Ocean Xplorers Program is turning the tides towards the future starting in October Registration is now open (https://extension.umaine.edu/waldo/4h/ocean-xplorers/) for a new, interactive multi-session STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) ocean-focused adventure series at the Belfast Free Library, 106 High Street. The series “STEAM Team Ocean Xplorers,” a collaborative effort between […]
Storytimes for Preschoolers
Abbott RoomThis literacy based series invites families to grow social skills, verbal ability and participation. A film is sometimes shown and a craft follows.
Teen Art Series #2 ~ Cubism
Abbott RoomCubism is a revolutionary approach to representing reality, and we will be exploring this reality in our 2nd program, of the Belfast Free Library "Teen Art Series". Come learn a little and then paint a little. Date~ October 23rd Time~ 4:30 to 5:30 Location ~ The Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library
Belfast Historical Society Program: “New-Old Photographs of Belfast” with Kevin Johnson
Abbott RoomKevin Johnson, photo archivist at Penobscot Marine Museum. The talk “New-Old Photographs of Belfast” is from their extensive collection of Belfast images. The museum’s negative and print collections grow each year. This will be a sampling of these new acquisitions.
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.
Camden Conference Community Event
Abbott RoomMaine in the India Trade with Cipperly Good, Richard Saltonstall Jr. Curator of Maritime History at the Penobscot Marine Museum. This talk will explore Maine sailing cargo ships engaged in trading in Indian ports in the 19th Century. Through logbooks and shipping papers, nautical charts, and souvenirs, learn about the imports and exports of the […]
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. […]
Kelp Farming and Related Projects from the Belfast Area High School & BCOPE Marine Institute – Dave Thomas and BAHS Faculty & Students
Abbott RoomTeachers and students from RSU 71 including Belfast Area High School and the alternative program BCOPE will be describing the newly formed Belfast Marine Institute, an initiative born out of state-funded grants and community support. Several Marine Institute projects will be described including a licensed kelp farm, field trips, certification and internship opportunities for students, […]
Storytimes for Preschoolers
Abbott RoomThis literacy based series invites families to grow social skills, verbal ability and participation. A film is sometimes shown and a craft follows.
Teen Trivia Series #2~ Star Wars
Abbott Room"May the force be with you" when you compete for the title of "Jedi Trivia Master"! Date~ October 27th Time~ 4:30 to 5:30 Location~ The Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library