Free Family Films at the Belfast Free Library
Abbott RoomThree short films from children’s literature! Cozy in with refreshments and films brought to you by Kanopy Kids and your public library. All Ages welcome!
Last Night Belfast in the Abbott Room
Abbott RoomSchedule of events: 5:00-5:45 pm: Magic with Conjuring Carroll 6:00-7:30 pm- Poetry Reading featuring Lewis Turco and other Belfast Poets 8:00-9:15 pm- Belfast Bay Fiddlers 9:30-11:00pm- The Bill Barnes Trio All events are FREE!!
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. […]
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Library Lobby
Music Together
Abbott RoomA music & movement class for ages 0-5 and their grownups FREE
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.
Button Making For Teens
Abbott RoomWant to make a pin for your backpack or your jacket! Teens 11-17 are invited to do just that! All supplies will be provided. Snacks will be there too!! Date: Jan. 9th Time: 3:30-4:30 Place: Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library
Author Talk with Amy Fradel
Abbott RoomLocal author Amy Fradel will discuss her new book, Four Acres under Slavnik: a Slovenian Migration Story. What began as a personal exploration of Fradel's family’s immigrant history became a deep dive into global issues surrounding immigration, racism, and the rise of authoritarian regimes that the world still grapples with today while it tells a […]