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 jkaber1948@gmai......More

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.

Abbott Room

NO KNITTING GROUP TODAY

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......More

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. Library staff will have computers available to demonstrate how to use Ravelry.com and other websites to help find patterns and organize your work. Registration is not required. For more information please call 338-3884 ext.10 Contact [email protected] to sign up to to join the knitting group.

Abbott Room

Retirement Reception for Steve Norman

All are invited to come wish Steve Norman a happy retirement! Please bring a story to share starting at 4pm. Refreshments will be served.

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 jkaber1948@gmai......More

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.

Abbott Room

Teen Writing Table

Once again come gather with your fellow teen writers! At the Writing Table, you can share your work or simply use the quiet space to hang-out and write in a relaxed and non-judgmental space. This is a non-instructional program meant only to facilitate a safe and cozy wr......More

Once again come gather with your fellow teen writers! At the Writing Table, you can share your work or simply use the quiet space to hang-out and write in a relaxed and non-judgmental space. This is a non-instructional program meant only to facilitate a safe and cozy writing environment. No homework, no pressure! Notebooks and prompts will be provided.For ages 11-17Date: Tuesday, December 30Time: 3:30pm – 4:30pmLocation: 3rd Floor Conference Room at the Belfast Free Library

Conference Room

Introducing the next Belfast Poet Laureate: Audrey Gidman

Margin Release: A reading celebrating incoming Belfast Poet Laureate Audrey Gidman Join us on Tuesday, December 30 as we celebrate the changing of the Laureates! Incoming Belfast Poet Laureate Audrey Gidman joins outgoing Laureate Maya Stein for an evening reading at th......More

Margin Release: A reading celebrating incoming Belfast Poet Laureate Audrey Gidman Join us on Tuesday, December 30 as we celebrate the changing of the Laureates! Incoming Belfast Poet Laureate Audrey Gidman joins outgoing Laureate Maya Stein for an evening reading at the in the Abbott Room. Searsport, ME-based poet and Maine Postmark Poetry first prize winner Joy Longfellow rounds out the event. Refreshments will be served, and stay for the ceremonial exchange of the Golden Cape! Free admission.   Audrey Gidman

NO KNITTING GROUP TODAY

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......More

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. Library staff will have computers available to demonstrate how to use Ravelry.com and other websites to help find patterns and organize your work. Registration is not required. For more information please call 338-3884 ext.10 Contact [email protected] to sign up to to join the knitting group.

Abbott Room

DJ Bookworm

Youth Services of the Belfast Free Library presents: DJ Bookworm! DJ Bookworm will be spinning children’s music and leading team building games for all ages. Come join in on the free family fun!Date: Friday, January 2ndTime: 11:00-11:45amLocation: Abbott Room at the Bel......More

Youth Services of the Belfast Free Library presents: DJ Bookworm! DJ Bookworm will be spinning children’s music and leading team building games for all ages. Come join in on the free family fun!Date: Friday, January 2ndTime: 11:00-11:45amLocation: Abbott Room at the Belfast Free Library

Abbott Room

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Library Lobby

Music Together

~Singing, Dancing and Jamming for children and their families!A free monthly sample of the Music Together series. Sponsored by the Belfast Free Library.For ages Birth – 5.   Date: First Monday of every Month, September 2025 – June 2026Time: 10:00am – 10:45amLocation: Th......More

~Singing, Dancing and Jamming for children and their families!A free monthly sample of the Music Together series. Sponsored by the Belfast Free Library.For ages Birth – 5.   Date: First Monday of every Month, September 2025 – June 2026Time: 10:00am – 10:45amLocation: The Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library

Abbott Room

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 jkaber1948@gmai......More

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.

Abbott Room

Teens New Year's Resolution Box

Ring in the New Year by creating a time capsule for your 2027 self! Complete a variety of mini-crafts and decorate your Resolution Box. Crafts will include making beaded bracelets, creating mini-zines, writing a letter to your future self, and more! Document your 2025 h......More

Ring in the New Year by creating a time capsule for your 2027 self! Complete a variety of mini-crafts and decorate your Resolution Box. Crafts will include making beaded bracelets, creating mini-zines, writing a letter to your future self, and more! Document your 2025 highlights and record your goals for 2026. Save this box to open January 2027! For ages 11-17Date: Tuesday, January 6thTime: 3:30pm – 4:30pmLocation: 3rd Floor Conference Room at the Belfast Free Library

Conference Room

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......More

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. Library staff will have computers available to demonstrate how to use Ravelry.com and other websites to help find patterns and organize your work. Registration is not required. For more information please call 338-3884 ext.10 or email [email protected].

Abbott Room

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.  All......More

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.  All are welcome!  Date: December 11, January 8, February 12Time: 4:00-5:00pmLocation: The Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library

Abbott Room

Wiggle & Rhyme

For Babies and ToddlersCome join us! The first 20 minutes are early literacy rhymes and songs followed by play and social time with bubbles!Content is prepared for birth through age 2.  Date: Mondays, December 8 January 12 and (Tuesday) 27 February 9 and 23Time: 10:00am......More

For Babies and ToddlersCome join us! The first 20 minutes are early literacy rhymes and songs followed by play and social time with bubbles!Content is prepared for birth through age 2.  Date: Mondays, December 8 January 12 and (Tuesday) 27 February 9 and 23Time: 10:00am – 10:45amLocation: The Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library

Abbott Room