Authors Laura Bonazzoli and Jodi Paloni to discuss short story cycle
Abbott RoomPlace-based short-story cycles play a historic role in American fiction, and two Maine authors, Laura Bonazzoli and Jodi Paloni, will discuss this genre and read from two of their collections. Both authors create fictional studies of New England communities and the lives of their inhabitants. Jodi Paloni’s linked short stories in They Could Live with Themselves take […]
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. […]
Friday Youth Chess Club
Friday Chess Club at Belfast Free Library 2021.docx
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.
Take and Make for Children and Teens
Youth Services FloorStop at the second floor circulation desk to pick up your "Take and Make" craft supplies for June - Modeling clay and sculpting tools thanks to the Anonimo Foundation!
Sustainable Trails: Erosion, Responsible Hiking, and Improvement Efforts in the Camden Hills State Park
Abbott RoomJoin Erik Brooks the Trail Supervisor for the Camden Hills State Park for this talk on the maintenance of the trails. The volume of visitors at CHSP, combined with the erosive force of strong rainstorms, renders our trails rougher, muddier, and generally less pleasant over time. But there are things the Park is doing to […]
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. […]
Friday Youth Chess Club
Friday Chess Club at Belfast Free Library 2021.docx
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.
2023 Summer Reading Program for Children and Teens begins!
Youth Services FloorThe summer reading program begins at noon on Wednesday, June 21 and runs through August 16. Visit the second floor to get a game board, books and a list of free events.