Preschool Storytime at the Benton Library (for Ages 2 and Up)

Enjoy a cozy storytime full of great books, songs, puppets, and more while browsing for your family's new favorite books at our space at the Benton Library (75 Oakley Road, at the corner of Oakley Road and Old Middlesex Road in Belmont) . For more information about o......More

Enjoy a cozy storytime full of great books, songs, puppets, and more while browsing for your family's new favorite books at our space at the Benton Library (75 Oakley Road, at the corner of Oakley Road and Old Middlesex Road in Belmont) . For more information about our temporary spaces, please click here -- https://belmontpubliclibrary.net/home/building-project-3-temp-spaces/ Recommended for families with children ages 2 and up. Please register.  Questions? Please email Deborah Borsuk, the Coordinator of Children's Services, at dborsuk@minlib.net. https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/preschool-storytime-at-the-benton-library-for-ages-2-and-up-65/

Benton Library 75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478

Practice your English - Tuesday ZOOM

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Moira meets on Zoom and begins on Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 and continues through May 27th. Please send any questions to Elise at ecluste......More

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Moira meets on Zoom and begins on Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 and continues through May 27th. Please send any questions to Elise at ecluster@minlib.net. https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/practice-your-english-tuesday-zoom-22/

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Practice your English - In-Person Tuesdays

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Peter meets on Tuesday evenings, starting April 15th, 2025 and continuing until May 27th, 2025. This new conversation group will meet in the Parish Hall of All Saints Episcop......More

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Peter meets on Tuesday evenings, starting April 15th, 2025 and continuing until May 27th, 2025. This new conversation group will meet in the Parish Hall of All Saints Episcopal Church, at 17 Clark St, Belmont, MA 02478. We will not be meeting on May 13th.  Please send any questions to Elise at ecluster@minlib.net. https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/practice-your-english-in-person-tuesdays-22/

Parish Hall, All Saints Episcopal Church 17 Clark Street, Belmont, MA, 02478

Littlest Ones Storytime (0-2 years old) at the Beech Street Center

Special stories, songs, and activities for our youngest patrons! Join us for a program designed for infants and toddlers full of fun, music, and surprises. This program will be held at the Beech Street Center in the small side of the Multipurpose Room on the first fl......More

Special stories, songs, and activities for our youngest patrons! Join us for a program designed for infants and toddlers full of fun, music, and surprises. This program will be held at the Beech Street Center in the small side of the Multipurpose Room on the first floor.  The Beech Street Center is located at 266 Beech Street in Belmont, MA. On-site parking is available and it is 0.3 miles from the intersection of Trapelo Rd and Beech Street on MBTA Bus Route 73. Please call 617-993-2880 or email Coordinator of Children's Services Deborah Borsuk at dborsuk@minlib.net with any questions. https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/littlest-ones-storytime-0-2-years-old-at-the-beech-street-center-44/

Multipurpose Room, Beech Street Center 266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478

Teen Reference Hour!

The Young Adult Librarian will be on deck to assist teens and teen-adjacent folks with research and homework questions, book suggestions, and any other teen-service-related topics! https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-reference-hour-17/

Beech Street Center 266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478

Little Bookworms Author Study -- Registration Required

Read and have fun each week as we explore a series of books by the same author with the educators from Watertown Family Center. Recommended for ages 3 and up. What is an Author study? It is an incredible opportunity for children to learn how to compare and contrast......More

Read and have fun each week as we explore a series of books by the same author with the educators from Watertown Family Center. Recommended for ages 3 and up. What is an Author study? It is an incredible opportunity for children to learn how to compare and contrast themes in author’s books, analyze text and illustrations, and make connections between an author's life and his/her work and between the author's work and your child’s life. Sign up guarantees space for all sessions. Space is limited. Please email Deborah Borsuk with any questions (dborsuk@minlib.net). https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/little-bookworms-author-study-registration-required-5/

Benton Library 75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478

All Ages Storytime (For Ages 0 to 5) at the Beech Street Center

Great books, fun puppets, music -- we have it all! Join us for an all ages storytime complete full of fun and surprises. This program will be held at the Beech Street Center on the small side of the Multipurpose Room on the first floor. The Beech Street Center is l......More

Great books, fun puppets, music -- we have it all! Join us for an all ages storytime complete full of fun and surprises. This program will be held at the Beech Street Center on the small side of the Multipurpose Room on the first floor. The Beech Street Center is located at  266 Beech Street in Belmont, MA. On-site parking is available and it is 0.3 miles from the intersection of Trapelo Rd and Beech Street on MBTA Bus Route 73. Please call 617-993-2880 or email Coordinator of Children's Services Deborah Borsuk at dborsuk@minlib.net with any questions. https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/all-ages-storytime-for-ages-0-to-5-at-the-beech-street-center-42/

Multipurpose Room, Beech Street Center 266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478

Practice your English - Thursday ZOOM

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Moira meets on Zoom and begins on Thursday, April 17th, 2025 and continues through May 29th. Please send any questions to Elise at eclus......More

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Moira meets on Zoom and begins on Thursday, April 17th, 2025 and continues through May 29th. Please send any questions to Elise at ecluster@minlib.net. https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/practice-your-english-thursday-zoom-8/

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Practice your English - In-Person Thursdays

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Wendy meets in Conference Room #12, on the first floor of the Homer Municipal Building  (Address: 19 Moore St, Belmont, MA 02478.) This series begins on Thursday, April 10th......More

Practice speaking English in a supportive environment! This weekly conversation circle led by Wendy meets in Conference Room #12, on the first floor of the Homer Municipal Building  (Address: 19 Moore St, Belmont, MA 02478.) This series begins on Thursday, April 10th, 2025 at 1pm and continues through May 29th, 2025. The group will not meet on April 24th during April Vacation week.  Please send any questions to Elise at ecluster@minlib.net. https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/practice-your-english-in-person-thursdays-8/

Conference Room #12 Homer Municipal Building, 1st Floor, 19 Moore St, Belmont, MA, 02478

Joey’s Junior Book Club (for Kindergarten Through Second Grade) <strong>(NEW DATE)</strong>

Please note date change! Join our monthly book club just for new readers and their grownups! Read the book at home, and then gather at the library to discuss the story and do fun activities. This month we'll be reading ......More

Please note date change! Join our monthly book club just for new readers and their grownups! Read the book at home, and then gather at the library to discuss the story and do fun activities. This month we'll be reading Geraldine Pu and Her Lucky Pencil, too!  by Maggie P. Chang. This program is for kindergarten, first, and second graders and their grownups. Space is limited. Please register. https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/joey-s-junior-book-club-for-kindergarten-through-second-grade-9/

Benton Library 75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478

How to Declutter a Decade's Worth of Stuff <b>REGISTER</b>

Closets won’t close and storage spots overstuffed? Log on with expert organizer Jamie Novak when she shares how to sort through the stuff, what to toss first, and how to stay motivated. Designed for those that want to clean out, are moving or inherited a home. About ......More

Closets won’t close and storage spots overstuffed? Log on with expert organizer Jamie Novak when she shares how to sort through the stuff, what to toss first, and how to stay motivated. Designed for those that want to clean out, are moving or inherited a home. About Jamie: You may have seen her on morning TV or read her newest bestseller, Keep This, Toss That. Jamie Novak hosts a 10 Minute Podcast and has a popular YouTube show. She spends most days presenting virtual programs on how to de-clutter, with a humorous twist. When not on the computer – with her dog Holly at her feet – Jamie is drinking iced tea while clipping out recipes she’ll never prepare. Be sure to visit JamieNovak.com to find out the toss-it item of the day. Register Here https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/how-to-declutter-a-decades-worth-of-stuff/

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Genealogy One-On-One Appointment

Interested in learning about your Genealogy or family history? Meet with our Reference and Local History Librarian, Logan, to learn more about how to use the library’s online genealogy databases to discover your family’s history. In these sessions Logan can help you g......More

Interested in learning about your Genealogy or family history? Meet with our Reference and Local History Librarian, Logan, to learn more about how to use the library’s online genealogy databases to discover your family’s history. In these sessions Logan can help you get started with genealogy research, learn about the library's digital resources, or help you research a particular family member.  Registration is required. Please note that patrons are limited to one session per month.  Questions? Email Logan at lmanchester@minlib.net. https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/genealogy-one-on-one-appointment-54/

Beech Street Center 266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478

Knitting Club

Bring your knitting, crocheting, or any fiber craft to a social afternoon with fellow local crafters. This program will be held in person in the Arts Room at the Beech Street Center. Questions? Email Elise at ecluster@minlib.net......More

Bring your knitting, crocheting, or any fiber craft to a social afternoon with fellow local crafters. This program will be held in person in the Arts Room at the Beech Street Center. Questions? Email Elise at ecluster@minlib.net. https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/knitting-club-263/

Arts Room, Beech Street Center 266 Beech Street, 266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478

Age 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group <b>REGISTER</b>

The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, under......More

The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking! Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition. Each meeting features a new topic. Meetings include a presentation and interactive workshop on topics relevant to career transition, guest speakers, access to hiring managers, small group breakout rooms to network, and 1-on-1 coaching guidance. Participating on a regular basis will give job seekers the many tools and strategies needed for a successful job search. Each biweekly meeting is facilitated by Deborah Hope, MBA, PCIC, an experienced executive career coach. Deborah is a former Fortune 500 executive, investment banker and entrepreneur. She transitioned to executive coaching over 12 years ago. Deborah has coached with Harvard Business School Executive Education programs and the Massachusetts Conference for Women. She has been trained or certified in a variety of coaching models and assessment tools. Deborah has facilitated 50+ job seekers networking groups since 2016. This week's topic (June 4) is Second Act Careers. Register directly on Zoom HERE. This group is sponsored by approximately 50 Massachusetts public libraries. RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. ACCESSIBILITY NOTE: The Tewksbury Public Library does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing a reasonable modification to participate in our events, services or documentation. Contact Director Diane Giarrusso at 978-640-4490 or dgiarrusso@tewksbury-ma.gov at least two weeks before an event to arrange for modification, or at any time you need accessible documents. https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/age-50-job-seekers-networking-group-b-register-b-71/

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Teen Reference Hour!

The Young Adult Librarian will be on deck to assist teens and teen-adjacent folks with research and homework questions, book suggestions, and any other teen-service-related topics! https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-reference-hour-18/

Beech Street Center 266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA, 02478

Little Bookworms Author Study -- Registration Required

Read and have fun each week as we explore a series of books by the same author with the educators from Watertown Family Center. Recommended for ages 3 and up. What is an Author study? It is an incredible opportunity for children to learn how to compare and contrast......More

Read and have fun each week as we explore a series of books by the same author with the educators from Watertown Family Center. Recommended for ages 3 and up. What is an Author study? It is an incredible opportunity for children to learn how to compare and contrast themes in author’s books, analyze text and illustrations, and make connections between an author's life and his/her work and between the author's work and your child’s life. Sign up guarantees space for all sessions. Space is limited. Please email Deborah Borsuk with any questions (dborsuk@minlib.net). https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/little-bookworms-author-study-registration-required-6/

Benton Library 75 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA, 02478

Author Talk: Kimm Topping

This program will take place at the parish hall at All Saints Episcopal Church, located at 17 Clark St in Belmont. Please enter through the upper door on the far left when walking from the parking lot.  Join author and educator Kimm Topping for an inspiring talk on t......More

This program will take place at the parish hall at All Saints Episcopal Church, located at 17 Clark St in Belmont. Please enter through the upper door on the far left when walking from the parking lot.  Join author and educator Kimm Topping for an inspiring talk on their debut book, Generation Queer, a powerful collection highlighting 30 young LGBTQIA+ leaders shaping our world through activism, art, and education. Kimm will share behind-the-scenes insights into the creation of the book, the importance of youth-led change, and how storytelling can be a tool for justice. This engaging session invites audiences to reflect on their own stories and the role they play in building inclusive communities. Perfect for schools, libraries, bookstores, and anyone passionate about queer history, youth empowerment, and collective liberation.  For more information about the author, please visit kimmtopping.com. https://belmontpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/author-talk-kimm-topping/

Parish Hall, All Saints Episcopal Church 17 Clark Street, Belmont, MA, 02478