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Wiggle and Rhyme for Babies and Toddlers
Wiggle and Rhyme for Babies and Toddlers
Songs, rhymes, scarves, parachute play, bubbles, toys and connections! Time: Mondays, 10:00-10:45 am Dates: September 23 and 30 October 21 and 28 November 18 and 25 Location: Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library
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The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The 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.
Water Quality and Climate Action in Waldo County
Water Quality and Climate Action in Waldo County
Join us for a community meeting and panel discussion organized by members of the Waldo County Climate Action Coalition centered around our community’s watershed. This event will focus on water stewardship as a critical component of broader climate action efforts. We aim to increase understanding of the local watershed, spark discourse on sustainable ways forward, […]
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Knit2Together
Knit2Together
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. […]
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LEGO Club
LEGO Club
Love LEGOs? Come join the club. The library provides LEGOs and a scoop. Take your scoop of LEGOs to a table and build. Build what you like or take the Library Challenge. Near the conclusion of the program, you can describe your build or leave it to our imagination. Thursday 4:00-5:00pm September 5, October […]
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Friends of the Library Book Sale
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Stop by and pick up a book or two! We have puzzles and DVDs for sale also. Book donations will be accepted at the sale: up to 12 good quality books per person. We would like current fiction, cooking, gardening, and children’s books. We can not accept old and out of date books.
2 events,
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The 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.
Art Reception for Narratives: Paintings by Sheep Jones
Art Reception for Narratives: Paintings by Sheep Jones
Sheep Jones is the Official Belfast Poetry Festival Featured Artist for 2024. Join us for the opening reception for the exhibit in the Kramer Gallery. Of her work, Sheep says, "I am a narrative painter, so books, movies, and best of all, other people’s tales, lend themselves as building blocks to create an interesting story […]
2 events,
Knit2Together
Knit2Together
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. […]
Wire Sculpture for Teens
Wire Sculpture for Teens
~Belfast Youth Services invites you to make a wire sculpture! We will be playing with minimalist wire sculpture technique, but anything goes! If you are feeling something take shape, I suggest you make it! Date: October 9th Time: 4:00 to 5:30 Location: The Conference Room of the Belfast Free Library
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Entering Sheep Jones Art— Writing Ekphrastic Poems- a workshop with Judy Kaber
Entering Sheep Jones Art— Writing Ekphrastic Poems- a workshop with Judy Kaber
Writing Ekphrastic Poetry with Judy Kaber, former Belfast poet laureate, using art from Sheep Jones’ exhibit in the Kramer Gallery. ABOUT THE WORKSHOP: We will explore ekphrastic poetry which is poetry written in response to another art form with a particular emphasis on color. We will discuss different approaches to entering a work of art […]
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Library Closed for Indigenous Peoples’ Day
The Library will be closed all day in recognition of Indigenous Peoples' Day.
2 events,
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The 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.
Food Waste and Climate Change: What is the Connection? with Susanne Lee
Food Waste and Climate Change: What is the Connection? with Susanne Lee
In the U.S. and Maine, 40% of the food that we produce is never eaten - wasting the money, energy, and other valuable resources that are used to produce that food. The results are rising food costs, hunger and nutrition issues, and environmental damage. The good news is that there are simple and effective food […]
3 events,
Genealogy group meeting
Genealogy group meeting
Monthly meeting of the Wawenoc Chapter of the Maine Genealogical Society. All are welcome! These meetings are now in a hybrid format with the option to join in-person in the Abbott Room or to join online over Zoom. To receive the Zoom link or for more information, please email Sharon Pietryka at [email protected].
Knit2Together
Knit2Together
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. […]
Peace & Justice Group of Waldo County Fall Forum
Peace & Justice Group of Waldo County Fall Forum
Peace & Justice Group of Waldo County Fall Forum to show the film Where Olive Trees Weep Filmed in 2022 in the West Bank, the film follows both Palestinian and Israeli journalists, healers and activists as it offers a glimpse into life under occupation and the commitment to freedom of the Palestinian people. From the […]
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Preschool Storytimes at the Belfast Free Library
Preschool Storytimes at the Belfast Free Library
Stories, books, puppets, songs and an easy craft. Fridays at 10:00 am in the Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library
TWO WORLDS, ONE BREATH: A Haiku Workshop with Geoffrey Philp
TWO WORLDS, ONE BREATH: A Haiku Workshop with Geoffrey Philp
TWO WORLDS, ONE BREATH: A Haiku Workshop with Geoffrey Philp Explore the art of haiku in Belfast's autumn landscape. Through discussions, outdoor experiences, and writing exercises, participants will learn about haiku's history, aesthetics, and principles. We will practice mindful observation of the changing season and use haiku techniques to create meaningful poems reflecting our experiences. […]
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WRITING OUR OWN NARRATIVES: A panel on transgender ecology, ancestry, and legacy with t love smith and guests
WRITING OUR OWN NARRATIVES: A panel on transgender ecology, ancestry, and legacy with t love smith and guests
WRITING OUR OWN NARRATIVES: A panel on transgender ecology, ancestry, and legacy - with t love smith and guests A Belfast Poetry Festival Event What is the legacy of transgender history? Where can we find authentic representation and how can we authentically represent ourselves? This panel opens a space for transgender and non-binary poets to […]
Belfast Poetry Festival workshop: “Literary Litanies” with Doug Woodsum
Belfast Poetry Festival workshop: “Literary Litanies” with Doug Woodsum
LITERARY LITANIES a workshop with Doug Woodsum Poets have been writing litanies forever. Some people call them catalog poems. Anaphora is repetition of words or phrases in a group of poetic lines. The class begins with a brief discussion of classic litanies, then moves into brief warm-up writing exercises. Participants will craft a draft (or […]
“Songs from Here” with Sarah Tuttle, pianist Bridget Convey, and guest poets
“Songs from Here” with Sarah Tuttle, pianist Bridget Convey, and guest poets
We are thrilled to welcome for the first time to the Belfast Poetry Festival SONGS FROM HERE, a Maine-based initiative dedicated to the commission of new vocal works by composers born or based in Maine. The program, featuring Sarah Tuttle, pianist Bridget Convey, and guest poets, will include original compositions with poetry readings interspersed between […]
2 events,
Wiggle and Rhyme for Babies and Toddlers
Wiggle and Rhyme for Babies and Toddlers
Songs, rhymes, scarves, parachute play, bubbles, toys and connections! Time: Mondays, 10:00-10:45 am Dates: September 23 and 30 October 21 and 28 November 18 and 25 Location: Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library
No One Told Me ~ Film Screening
No One Told Me ~ Film Screening
No One Told Me provides a raw and honest look at the postpartum period, a unique time in a woman's life that is rarely captured in documentary film. The purely observational footage of incredibly intimate moments shows the highs and lows encountered by parents Elise and Marc as they adapt to life with a baby. […]
2 events,
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The 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.
The Case for Local News in Our U.S. Democracy with Micaela Schweitzer-Bluhm
The Case for Local News in Our U.S. Democracy with Micaela Schweitzer-Bluhm
Journalism is an integral part of democracy. Yet, newspapers across the U.S. have closed, including in Maine, which has lost more than 60% of newspaper jobs. Studies show that communities with no newspapers see lower voter participation and increased corruption. The Maine Center for Public Interest Reporting, celebrating its 15th year, was among the first […]
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Tarot Deck Making Group for Teens
Tarot Deck Making Group for Teens
~ Teens 11-17, come be part of our tarot deck making group! You will choose your art style, and card fronts, and then start creation of your very own tarot deck! Tarot deck making takes a bit of time and we don't want to rush it! This being said, Tarot Deck Group is an ongoing […]
Knit2Together
Knit2Together
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. […]
1 event,
Preschool Storytimes at the Belfast Free Library
Preschool Storytimes at the Belfast Free Library
Stories, books, puppets, songs and an easy craft. Fridays at 10:00 am in the Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library
3 events,
Wiggle and Rhyme for Babies and Toddlers
Wiggle and Rhyme for Babies and Toddlers
Songs, rhymes, scarves, parachute play, bubbles, toys and connections! Time: Mondays, 10:00-10:45 am Dates: September 23 and 30 October 21 and 28 November 18 and 25 Location: Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library
Origami Club for Teens
Origami Club for Teens
~Teens, 11-17, are invited to join Origami Club. Each month we will be learning a new fold! Snacks provided. Dates: September 16th, October 28th, and November 25th Time: 4:00 to 5:00 Location: The Kramer Gallery of the Belfast Free Library
McKenna and Her Camera: Artists and Their Work with Kevin Johnson
McKenna and Her Camera: Artists and Their Work with Kevin Johnson
Belfast Historical Society and Museum Presentation Kevin Johnson, photo-archivist Penobscot Marine Museum, will present Peggy McKenna’s “unportraits,” photographs of artists and local celebrities living and working in the midcoast 1987 to 2002. With some time out working in New York City as a photographer, she spent most of her adult life photographing the life and […]
3 events,
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The 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.
Scary Storytelling: Not For the Faint of Heart
Scary Storytelling: Not For the Faint of Heart
Folktales told by Children's Librarian Stephanie Holman Spine tingling folktales are told in the spoken word art form of storytelling. Found in collections of children’s literature, this type of tale helps one face fears through story and in a fun group setting. For older children: listening and patience and a love of scary stories required. […]
Updates and Recommendations from the Maine Climate Council with Ivan Fernandez
Updates and Recommendations from the Maine Climate Council with Ivan Fernandez
Updates from the Maine Climate Council about Maine Won’t Wait with Ivan Fernandez, Distinguished Professor at the University of Maine’s Climate Change Institute and co-chair of the Scientific and Technical Subcommittee of the Maine Climate Council. Register for the Zoom link here
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Knit2Together
Knit2Together
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. […]
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Friends of the Library Book Sale
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Stop by and pick up a book or two! We have puzzles and DVDs for sale also. Book donations will be accepted at the sale: up to 12 good quality books per person. We would like current fiction, cooking, gardening, and children’s books. We can not accept old and out of date books.
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