Belmont Garden Club

Belmont Garden Club

Assembly Room

Literacy Playgroup

This parent and child group supports your child's language and literacy development. You'll play, read, sing and take home new ideas! Presented by educators from the CFCE grant program; for children age 4 and under.

Flett Room

Knitting Club

Do you enjoy knitting and a nice group chat? Drop in to the Library's Knitting Group, Fridays between 12:30-2:30pm in the Flett Room. Bring your knitting, crochet, weaving, or other portable crafts or projects, and we'll get to know each other as we work. We're mainly a......More

Do you enjoy knitting and a nice group chat? Drop in to the Library's Knitting Group, Fridays between 12:30-2:30pm in the Flett Room. Bring your knitting, crochet, weaving, or other portable crafts or projects, and we'll get to know each other as we work. We're mainly a social group who like to take a few hours on Friday afternoon to relax and work with yarn, although we're happy to help if you've reached a tricky point in your pattern, or need assistance fixing a dropped stitch. No commitment necessary - we look forward to meeting you! For more information, contact Jonathan Nichols at 617-993-2870 or jnichols@minlib.net.

Flett Room

Pizza with the Police --Presented by the Belmont Youth Commission

Ask all of your burning questions, see their uniforms up close, meet one of the K9's, maybe listen to a book or two, and enjoy yummy pizza from Belmont Pizza! Recommended for Kindergarten and up.

Assembly Room

ELL Conversation Group

Improve your English and practice conversational skills in a small, welcoming group with guidance from the group leader. The Monday and Wednesday Flett Room meetings are recommended for high-beginner to intermediate English language learners. The Monday young adult roo......More

Improve your English and practice conversational skills in a small, welcoming group with guidance from the group leader. The Monday and Wednesday Flett Room meetings are recommended for high-beginner to intermediate English language learners. The Monday young adult room meeting is recommended for intermediate to advanced English language learners.

Flett Room

ELL Conversation Group

Improve your English and practice conversational skills in a small, welcoming group with guidance from the group leader. The Monday and Wednesday Flett Room meetings are recommended for high-beginner to intermediate English language learners. The Monday young adult room......More

Improve your English and practice conversational skills in a small, welcoming group with guidance from the group leader. The Monday and Wednesday Flett Room meetings are recommended for high-beginner to intermediate English language learners. The Monday young adult room meeting is recommended for intermediate to advanced English language learners.

Young Adult Room

Books and Bites --Author Stephen Puleo to speak on American Treasures: The Secret Efforts to Save the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Gettysburg Address

Author Stephen Puleo will speak on his book American Treasures: The Secret Efforts to Save the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Gettysburg Address. This book charts the little-known journeys of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution......More

Author Stephen Puleo will speak on his book American Treasures: The Secret Efforts to Save the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Gettysburg Address. This book charts the little-known journeys of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Gettysburg Address. From the risky adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 to our modern Fourth of July celebrations, American Treasures show how the ideas captured in these documents underscore the nation's strengths and hopes, and embody its fundamental values of liberty and equality. Stephen Puleo shows the efforts to save such documents as the signed Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, the U.S. Constitution,and the Gettysburg Address from the British Army in 1814, threats of sabotage and bombings during World War II, and years of neglectful management. Kirkus Reviews says of American Treasures: 'A novel perspective on American history that focuses on the story of the country's founding documents and the Americans who composed, safeguarded, and preserved them for the benefit of future generations. A fast-moving presentation and solid retelling of an inspiring story.' Stephen Puleo is the author of six narrative nonfiction books, including Dark Tide: The Great Boston Molasses Flood of 1919 and The Boston Italians: A Story of Pride, Perseverance, and Paesani, from the Years of the Great Immigration to the Present Day. All of Stephen Puleo's books have been Boston regional bestsellers and have received national recognition. Formerly an award-winning newspaper reporter, Stephen Puleo is a contributor to American History magazine, among other publications. He holds a master's degree in history and has taught history at Suffolk University in Boston. All are welcome to attend this free program, sponsored by the Friends of the Belmont Public Library. Refreshments will be provided. Copies of American Treasures and Stephen Puleo's other books will be available for purchase and signing.

Assembly Room

Belmont Against Racism meeting

Belmont Against Racism meeting

Assembly Room

Belmont Soccer Association Board meeting

Belmont Soccer Association Board meeting

Flett Room

Belmont Garden Club --wreath making for Belmont Food Pantry

Belmont Garden Club--wreath making for Belmont Food Pantry

Assembly Room

Storytime for 1's

For walkers and toddlers under 24 months. We'll share simple stories, songs, and nursery rhymes, and end with time to play.

Flett Room

Storytime for 1's

For walkers and toddlers under 24 months. We'll share simple stories, songs, and nursery rhymes, and end with time to play.

Flett Room

Storytime at Belmont Gallery of Art

View some beautiful art from local artists, learn about the elements that go into creating art, and take home a craft. The Belmont Gallery of Art is located on the third floor of the Homer Building at Town Hall (19 Moore Street, Belmont Center).

Belmont Gallery of Art, Town Hall Complex, 19 Moore St., Belmont

League of Women Voters Board meeting

League of Women Voters Board meeting

Flett Room

Belmont Library Project Information Session and Tour

Belmont Library Project Information Session and Tour

Assembly Room

Preschool Storytime

We'll read longer books, sing and dance, and make simple crafts. For 3-5 year olds with a longer attention span.

Flett Room

Active Learning for Infants

For infants up to 12 months and pre-walkers, this short program of songs and rhymes focuses on engaging with your baby and meeting new friends.

Flett Room

Animal Skull and Bones Presented by Habitat Education Center

Have you ever found a bone and wondered what part of the body it belongs to? Do you want to know how to tell what an animal eats just by looking at its teeth? Come and explore real animal skulls and bones and discover the secrets they can tell you about the wildlife the......More

Have you ever found a bone and wondered what part of the body it belongs to? Do you want to know how to tell what an animal eats just by looking at its teeth? Come and explore real animal skulls and bones and discover the secrets they can tell you about the wildlife they belonged to! Recommended for grades 1 and up.

Assembly Room

Bullet Journaling for Teens

Bullet journals can be a fun and creative way to chronicle your days, keep organized, and plan ahead! Come learn the basics of bullet journaling or set up a new one for the school year. We'll have plenty of fineliner pens, washi tape, stencils, and ideas to help you alo......More

Bullet journals can be a fun and creative way to chronicle your days, keep organized, and plan ahead! Come learn the basics of bullet journaling or set up a new one for the school year. We'll have plenty of fineliner pens, washi tape, stencils, and ideas to help you along! We can also provide basic journals to a limited number of new journalers. For grades 6 to 12.

Flett Room

Parent Child Book Club --Lights, Camera, Cook! by Charise Harper

This book club is for children in grades 3-6 and their parents or other special adult. This month's title is Lights, Camera, Cook! by Charise Harper; all registered families can pick up a copy of the book at the Children's Room desk. Pizza will be served. This program i......More

This book club is for children in grades 3-6 and their parents or other special adult. This month's title is Lights, Camera, Cook! by Charise Harper; all registered families can pick up a copy of the book at the Children's Room desk. Pizza will be served. This program is supported by the Friends of the Belmont Public Library. Registration required. Please register by clicking on the hand icon here or by calling the Children's Room at 617-993-2880.

Assembly Room

ELL Conversation Group

Improve your English and practice conversational skills in a small, welcoming group with guidance from the group leader. This group is recommended for high-beginner to intermediate English language learners.

Flett Room

Storytime for 2's & 3's

Come listen to stories and rhymes, sing, and even dance! For 2 and 3 year olds.

Flett Room

Storytime for 2's & 3's

Come listen to stories and rhymes, sing, and even dance! For 2 and 3 year olds.

Flett Room

Girls Who Code

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Flett Room

Literacy Playgroup

This parent and child group supports your child's language and literacy development. You'll play, read, sing and take home new ideas! Presented by educators from the CFCE grant program; for children age 4 and under.

Flett Room

Knitting Club

Do you enjoy knitting and a nice group chat? Drop in to the Library's Knitting Group, Fridays between 12:30-2:30pm in the Flett Room. Bring your knitting, crochet, weaving, or other portable crafts or projects, and we'll get to know each other as we work. We're mainly a......More

Do you enjoy knitting and a nice group chat? Drop in to the Library's Knitting Group, Fridays between 12:30-2:30pm in the Flett Room. Bring your knitting, crochet, weaving, or other portable crafts or projects, and we'll get to know each other as we work. We're mainly a social group who like to take a few hours on Friday afternoon to relax and work with yarn, although we're happy to help if you've reached a tricky point in your pattern, or need assistance fixing a dropped stitch. No commitment necessary - we look forward to meeting you! For more information, contact Jonathan Nichols at 617-993-2870 or jnichols@minlib.net.

Flett Room

Duct Tape Network Creativity Afternoon for grades 2-4

Calling all kids in grades 2-4 who love to make and create! Join the Duct Tape Network Team for a fun, hands-on maker workshop. Use interesting craft, recycled materials, and other exciting materials to bring your ideas and inventions to life. Registration is required. ......More

Calling all kids in grades 2-4 who love to make and create! Join the Duct Tape Network Team for a fun, hands-on maker workshop. Use interesting craft, recycled materials, and other exciting materials to bring your ideas and inventions to life. Registration is required. Please register by clicking on the hand icon here or by calling the Children's Room at 617-993-2880.

Flett Room

Dial M for Movies --Movie showing of Elf

Dial M for Movies--Movie showing of Elf

Assembly Room

Library Friends Flash Book Sale

Library Friends Flash Book Sale

Assembly Room

Free training session for becoming Special Education Surrogate Parents for children in Belmont

Free training session for becoming Special Education Surrogate Parents for children in Belmont. Presented by the Federation for Children with Special Needs.

Flett Room

Music and Movement with Rubi

For children ages 2-5, this active program will get kids (and their grownups) moving, dancing, and having fun!

Assembly Room

ELL Conversation Group

Improve your English and practice conversational skills in a small, welcoming group with guidance from the group leader. The Monday and Wednesday Flett Room meetings are recommended for high-beginner to intermediate English language learners. The Monday young adult roo......More

Improve your English and practice conversational skills in a small, welcoming group with guidance from the group leader. The Monday and Wednesday Flett Room meetings are recommended for high-beginner to intermediate English language learners. The Monday young adult room meeting is recommended for intermediate to advanced English language learners.

Flett Room

ELL Conversation Group

Improve your English and practice conversational skills in a small, welcoming group with guidance from the group leader. The Monday and Wednesday Flett Room meetings are recommended for high-beginner to intermediate English language learners. The Monday young adult roo......More

Improve your English and practice conversational skills in a small, welcoming group with guidance from the group leader. The Monday and Wednesday Flett Room meetings are recommended for high-beginner to intermediate English language learners. The Monday young adult room meeting is recommended for intermediate to advanced English language learners.

Young Adult Room

Music and Movement with Rubi

For children ages 2-5, this active program will get kids (and their grownups) moving, dancing, and having fun!

Assembly Room

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

Ever wanted to embark on your own epic quest? Here's your chance! The library is launching a Dungeons and Dragons campaign for teens! Beginners are welcome, and dice will be provided. For grades 7 to 12, sign up is required - space is very limited.

Flett Room