Film: The Buzz on Native Plants
2025-07-22 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
In collaboration with the Native Gardens of Blue Hill the Belfast Free Library will show the film, The Buzz on Native Plants.
Panel discussion to follow the film with Avy Claire and Cathy Rees co-founders of the Native Gardens of Blue Hill and Pete and Julie Beckford, owners of Rebel Hill Nursery in Liberty, Maine.
The Buzz on Native Plants explores the relationship between native plants and pollinators and how they can benefit local ecosystems in our ever changing climate.
Be inspired by these passionate Maine residents who are making a difference in how climate change is affecting our communities. See how a few small acts of planting with native plants can make a huge difference in flooding, erosion, draught, and wildlife. And what kind of difference we can make in our own backyards.

Judy's Box of Crayons
2025-07-24 16:00 - 17:00 | Abbott Room
Judy Pancoast, a Grammy Nominee for Best Children’s Album
Judy’s concert will feature all-original songs about things that might be pictured in a coloring book, like the ocean, ladybugs, princesses, aliens, and more!
The children will respond with the colors they would use on each picture. No answer is wrong! Bring the whole family.
Date: Thursday, July 24
Time: 4:00 – 5:00pm
Location: The Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library

Senior College Film Series: Three Films from our Northern Friends
2025-07-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Abbott Room
Despite the strong influence of US culture, Canada has never been “our 51st state” and has produced some unique cinema voices in scripts, directors, and actors. This series will offer a short taste of some of the range of films from our northern neighbor.
This free series, open to all and co-sponsored with the Belfast Free Library and Senior College. There will be short introductions and a discussion at the end of each movie.
Monday July 28 – REMEMBER (2015)
With the aid of a fellow Auschwitz survivor and a hand-written letter, an elderly man with dementia goes in search of the person he believes to be responsible for the death of his family in the death camp. In English, close-captioned with subtitles.
Instructor: Paul Sheridan-
Paul Sheridan has a B.A. in art and an M.F.A. in photography. He was on the faculty at the City University of New York, and has taught several courses at Belfast Senior College, notably on photography, driver safety, and a number of well-received film courses.
Registration is OPTIONAL for this FREE series and you don’t have to be a Senior College member. We welcome you to sign up to let us know you are coming, or you may just drop in at one or more sessions.
The series continues on:
Monday August 4 – MY INTERNSHIP IN CANADA (2015)
An independent, moderate Member of Parliament from northern Quebec unexpectedly finds himself in the position of becoming the tie-breaking voter on whether Canada will go to war in the Middle East. His life is complicated/aided by his newly arrived student intern from Haiti. In Quebecois and English, with subtitles.
Monday August 11 – MY LIFE WITHOUT ME (2003)
A young woman, living a modest life with her two kids and her husband, is told by her doctor that she has cancer and only two months to live. She compiles a list of things to do before she dies, to live her life with a passion she never had before. In English, close-captioned with subtitles.

“Belfast – Biggest Little City in Maine Before MBNA Came A’ Calling”
2025-07-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Abbott Room
July 28:
“Belfast – Biggest Little City in Maine Before MBNA Came A’ Calling” will be the topic of the Belfast Historical Society’s meeting at 7:00 pm, July 28, in the Abbott Room at the Belfast Free Library. Megan Pinette, Historical Society president, will present a program taking a look at the years preceding the arrival in 1995 of MBNA, the Delaware based company that was a national leader in the sale and servicing of credit cards to affinity groups. Prior to their arrival, Belfast had experienced both boom and bust years.

Toki Art: An Owl from a Towel
2025-07-29 12:00 - 13:30 | Abbott Room
Build a cute little owl from a cute little towel!
Space is limited. Please register at the 2nd Floor Checkout Desk (aka the Kid’s Floor).
This event is for kids ages 7-10.
Date: Tuesday, July 29
Time: 12:00 – 1:30pm
Location: The Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library

Senior College Film Series
2025-08-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Abbott Room
Monday August 4 – MY INTERNSHIP IN CANADA (2015)
An independent, moderate Member of Parliament from northern Quebec unexpectedly finds himself in the position of becoming the tie-breaking voter on whether Canada will go to war in the Middle East. His life is complicated/aided by his newly arrived student intern from Haiti. In Quebecois and English, with subtitles.
Despite the strong influence of US culture, Canada has never been “our 51st state” and has produced some unique cinema voices in scripts, directors, and actors. This series will offer a short taste of some of the range of films from our northern neighbor.
This free series, open to all and co-sponsored with the Belfast Free Library and Senior College. There will be short introductions and a discussion at the end of each movie.
Instructor: Paul Sheridan-
Paul Sheridan has a B.A. in art and an M.F.A. in photography. He was on the faculty at the City University of New York, and has taught several courses at Belfast Senior College, notably on photography, driver safety, and a number of well-received film courses.
Registration is OPTIONAL for this FREE series and you don’t have to be a Senior College member. We welcome you to sign up to let us know you are coming, or you may just drop in at one or more sessions.

Senior College + Library Book Discussion
2025-08-06 13:00 - 15:00
Facilitated by Mayo Bulloch and Karen Wigglesworth, the group will discuss the book The Lost Letters from Martha’s Vineyard by Malcolm Callahan and share good ideas for fun summer reading. Bring along a list of your recommended summer books.
This FREE session, open to everyone and co-sponsored with the Belfast Free Library, is also a chance for the public to learn more about the offerings at Senior College.
Registration is required, but you do not have to be a Senior College member.
Books can be reserved through the library.

Sculpt a Clay Dragon Eye
2025-08-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Abbott Room
Come join Randi in constructing your very own Dragon Eye using modeling clay and your creativity!
This event is for teens ages 11-17.
Time : 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Date: Thursday, August 7th
Location : Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library

Senior College Film Series
2025-08-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Abbott Room
Monday August 11 – MY LIFE WITHOUT ME (2003)
A young woman, living a modest life with her two kids and her husband, is told by her doctor that she has cancer and only two months to live. She compiles a list of things to do before she dies, to live her life with a passion she never had before. In English, close-captioned with subtitles.
Despite the strong influence of US culture, Canada has never been “our 51st state” and has produced some unique cinema voices in scripts, directors, and actors. This series will offer a short taste of some of the range of films from our northern neighbor.
This free series, open to all and co-sponsored with the Belfast Free Library and Senior College. There will be short introductions and a discussion at the end of each movie.
Instructor: Paul Sheridan-
Paul Sheridan has a B.A. in art and an M.F.A. in photography. He was on the faculty at the City University of New York, and has taught several courses at Belfast Senior College, notably on photography, driver safety, and a number of well-received film courses.
Registration is OPTIONAL for this FREE series and you don’t have to be a Senior College member. We welcome you to sign up to let us know you are coming, or you may just drop in at one or more sessions.

Mr. Drew and His Animals Too!
2025-08-13 14:00 - 15:00 | Abbott Room
Come hang out with Mr. Drew and his menagerie of animals for some hands-on education! Meet new friends with feathers, scales, slime, or fur. Whether they squawk, squeak, scream, or just kinda sit in one spot quietly, it’s always a treat to see animals up-close.
Date: Wednesday, August 13
Time: 2:00 – 3:00pm
Location: The Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library

No Knitting Group August 13th.
2025-08-13 16:00 | Abbott Room
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 bharrington@belfastlibrary.org to sign up to to join the knitting group.

Summer Reading Ends
2025-08-15 | Youth Services Floor
August 15th is the last day to collect your summer reading prizes! Thank you for joining us for Summer Reading 2025. Keep on reading!

Me and Martha in concert
2025-08-15 18:30 - 20:00 | Abbott Room

Burying Grounds and the Monuments Within
2025-08-20 14:00 - 15:30 | Abbott Room
Join us for a presentation from Deborah Nowers discussing the history and evolution of the burying places in New England, as well as the materials that were used for the gravestones. She will also talk about a project to document, clean, and repair gravestones throughout Waldo County.
Deborah Nowers is currently leading a Daughters of the American Revolution project to document the gravestones of Revolutionary War patriots in Waldo County. While in the cemeteries, more stones called to her.
All are welcome! This is a hybrid presentation, 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 spietryka@belfastlibrary.org.

Belfast Historical Society Presentation
2025-08-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Abbott Room
“Belfast, When the Cows Were Still Wearing Pajamas” will be the topic of the Belfast Historical Society’s meeting at 7:00 pm, August 25, in the Abbott Room at the Belfast Free Library. David Ruberti, Historical Society vice-president, will take the audience on a time travel back to a gentler time in our city. The evening will feature a myriad of postcards and images of a bygone era in our little burg. You will see downtown, neighborhoods, churches, schools, businesses, the waterfront and some fun. David shall be your tour guide
More information at https://belfastmuseum.org/

High Street- Windsor Hotel, Colonial Inn and City Block
showing WWII observation tower 1942
