Event Series Knit2Together

Knit2Together

Abbott Room

Knitters, 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. […]

Teen Instagram Takeover- Canceled for 03/28- Rescheduled for 04/16

Conference Room

Looking for Teens 11-17 who are writers, and fans of books.  This is what we will do in this program.. ~Write a letter to your favorite author. ~We will post it on our library teen Instagram. If willing, we can video you reading the letter. ~ Wait for a response! This is a great way […]

Steam Team Ocean Explorers~ Farming in the Sea

Abbott Room

Join Maine 4-H and staff from Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences to explore why our oceans take on certain hues. Participants will explore the science behind ocean colors and practice sampling techniques used by researchers. ~Free event for ages 6-12. Space is limited to 30children. ~Registration is required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOUR CHILD  

Solar Energy: Retrofitting and New Construction with ReVision Energy

Abbott Room

Whether you have an existing home or are drawing up plans to build your dream home; learn from ReVision Energy’s Solar Design Specialist, Will Field, about how to prep yourself for solar and the all-electric household model. Modern technology makes it cost-effective and sensible to build a 100% solar-powered home, with no utility bills and […]

Music Together

Abbott Room

A music & movement class for ages 0-5 and their grownups FREE  

Dragon-Fold Bookmaking Workshop

Conference Room

The Belfast Free Library and the Office of the Belfast Poet Laureate want you to celebrate the Year of the Dragon and National Poetry Month!  Waldo County children and teens are invited to write poems on the theme of bravery, courage, and resilience. This year, we're adding a twist: the option of creating dragon-fold books to house the poems!  […]

Waldo Reads Together Book Discussion

The Waldo Reads Together (WRT) committee is delighted to announce this year’s featured title for its One Book, One Community program:  The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by award-winning author, screen writer and jazz musician, James McBride. Books are available at the Library. A variety of facilitated discussion sessions (both live and via Zoom) will […]

Get Ready For the Eclipse!

Abbott Room

Get Ready For the Eclipse! Presented by Friends of Sears Island and The Belfast Free Library ~ Learn all about eclipses, build a solar projection box for safe viewing, and take home some free eclipse glasses!!   ~Ages 5-12 years old, with an accompanying adult. ~Pre-registration is required, sign-up at:  [email protected]