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
Book Discussion: The Power of Trees by Peter Wohlleben
Abbott RoomThis is the second discussion in the series, offered in conjunction with this year's Season of Creation Theme, Listening to Trees: Witnesses and Prophets. In his beloved book “The Hidden Life of Trees”, German forester and author, Peter Wohlleben revealed astonishing discoveries about the social networks of trees and how they communicate. Now, in “The […]
Scary Storytelling on the Harbor for School Age and Teens
Gazebo at Steamboat LandingNot for the very young, stories take ability to listen and are chosen by the storytellers for the older child and teens. If rain, the stories will be in the Boathouse next to the Gazebo. If outside, bring a chair or blanket.
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.