Storytimes near Belmont Public Library

Waverley Oaks Meeting Room -112, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

No Registration Needed. Practice speaking English with a native speaker, and meet other adult English Language Learners. Participation is free. Please check the calendar frequently as the schedule may change.  

Community Classroom - 201, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Did you know chess is one of the oldest board games in the world? You're invited to learn, play, and improve your chess game with Children's Librarian, Ms. Lindsey, at the library! This informal club welcomes youth chess enthusiasts that play at all levels.

Claflin Room, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Drop-in to the Claflin Room and explore the Belmont Historical Society collection! A volunteer will be on hand to answer questions.  

Farmers' Market

It's Belmont Farmers' Market Season again and that means Farmers' Market Storytime!  Join us every Thursday at 4:00pm from June through August for stories, songs and more!The Farmers' Market is located in the Belmont Center municipal parking lot, 10 Claflin St, Belmont, MA.

Morrissey Hall - 119, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Players with a rating of at least 1000 points on Chess. com or Lichess are invited to this four-week chess class, led by internationally-renown chess trainer Addy Penate Ojeda. In this basic course, we will focus on evaluating positions and planning in chess.

Community Classroom - 201, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Come create with us in the Belmont Public Library Community Classroom!In this training/101 level class, you will learn about both general safety within the Community Classroom (required for Book a Spot Hours usage) and about our Cricut machines (Maker 4 and Explore 4.

Library Patio, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Looking to de-stress, get limber, and balanced? Join us for 4 Fridays (July 10th, 17th, 31st, and August 7th) at the Belmont Public Library for Tai Chi practice. We will be outside in the Library Patio at 10-11 AM. Classes consist of warm up stretching, simple Tai Chi movements, and Qi Gong mindful breathing.

Underwood History Room - 232, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

No Registration Needed. Practice speaking English with a native speaker, and meet other adult English Language Learners. Participation is free. Topics will include some practical conversation skills that commonly appear during doctors' visits, grocery shopping, food ordering in restaurants and during take-outs, and may be clothing and shoe shopping and travel/holiday depending on the circumstances.

Children's Program Room - 132, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Families with kids ages 5 and up are welcome to come practice their reading with Lola, one of the Belmont Library's adorable Dog Bones Certified Reading Dog! Sign up and spend time reading and having fun with Lola for ten minutes.  

Waverley Oaks Meeting Room -112, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Join local author Patrick Hoeppner for an introduction to his debut book: The Life and Art of Thomas NastGerman-born artist and cartoonist Thomas Nast (1840-1902) learned that caricatures could be used to influence politics, leading him to develop such ubiquitous symbols as the Republican Party elephant and the personified Uncle Sam.

Morrissey Hall - 119, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Volunteer-led Chess Club. All ages and skill levels are welcome! There will be a limited number of chess sets available. Bringing your own is encouraged!

Children's Program Room - 132, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478, Library Patio, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Enjoy stories, sensory activities, crafts and more while you enjoy the sunshine and scenery on the Library’s Patio.  Recommended for families with children ages 3 and up, but all are welcome. Sensory activities may include objects with small parts.

Community Classroom - 201, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Join Hanscom Federal Credit Union’s WealthTrek Center for a series of free financial education workshops. Registration requested but not required. July 13 – Scam & ProtectionJuly 20 – Teen Financial Challenge: Jeopardy & Family Feud EditionJuly

Claflin Room, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Drop-in to the Claflin Room and explore the Belmont Historical Society collection! A volunteer will be on hand to answer questions.  

Community Classroom - 201, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Rachelle Toth, crafter extraordinaire, will guide us through making framed wool felted flowers.  

Underwood History Room - 232, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

No Registration Needed. Practice speaking English with a native speaker, and meet other adult English Language Learners. Participation is free. Please check the calendar frequently as the schedule may change.  

Community Classroom - 201, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Come create with us in the Belmont Public Library Community Classroom!In this training/101 level class, you will learn about both general safety within the Community Classroom (required for Book-a-Spot Hours usage) and about our Flashforge Finder 3D printer.

Children's Program Room - 132, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478, Library Patio, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Enjoy stories, sensory activities, crafts and more while you enjoy the sunshine and scenery on the Library’s Patio.  Recommended for families with children ages 3 and up, but all are welcome. Sensory activities may include objects with small parts.

Morrissey Hall - 119, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

The Storytime Quintet introduces children to classical music by pairing it with classic children’s stories. We are committed to providing high quality music and a fun and memorable experience for kids! This interactive musical storytelling experience introduces children to classical instruments and the power of music to tell a story.

Teen Room - 203, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Come check out the Teen Room's collection of board and card games! All levels of experience are welcome, whether you're a seasoned RPGer with your your own die collection or a novice gamer who has no idea what a meeple is.  For tweens and teens in grades 6-12.

Children's Program Room - 132, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Join us for songs, stories, and fun of all kinds especially geared to our littlest library patrons! Stay afterwards for playtime with provided toys!This program is geared towards children ages 0-18 months and their caregivers. Toy are generously provided by the Friends of the Belmont Public Library.

Children's Program Room - 132, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Join Nicola the puppeteer and her band of puppets for stories and play appropriate for ages 6 and under — and their grown ups! We'll read some stories, sing some songs and enjoy a cozy time with puppets. Nicola Rose is a filmmaker and a puppeteer and has been hosting Puppet Playtimes all around Massachusetts.

Community Classroom - 201, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

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Community Classroom - 201, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Need help accessing library e-resources? Or maybe you need some basic computer or mobile device guidance? Sign up here!

Community Classroom - 201, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Need help accessing library e-resources? Or maybe you need some basic computer or mobile device guidance? Sign up here!

Library Patio, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Looking for company but not so much conversation? Curious about what others are reading? Commune with nature and read in fellowship at our Silent Reading Party! Bring your own book or choose from a selection provided by your librarian.This event is for tweens and teens in grades 6-12.

Community Classroom - 201, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

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Online

Join us for an evening of Virtual Trivia for solo players and teams!Registrants (soloists and team captains only) will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting. On the afternoon of the event there will be a follow-up email that will include the rules and an answer sheet.

Claflin Local History Room, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

If you are a non-native Spanish speaker (beginner, intermediate, or advanced) and would like to practice the language in a friendly environment, join this group to talk about politics, culture, visual arts, literature, gastronomy, or any other topic that interests you.

Morrissey Hall - 119, Belmont Public Library - 336 Concord Ave, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA, 02478

Mariana Iranzi returns to the Belmont Library! Bring your little ones and enjoy music in Spanish and English. Singing, dancing and tons of fun guaranteedMariana Iranzi is a professional bassist, composer, educator, and performer based in New York City.