Beflast Free Library

Knit2Together
2023-11-15 16:00, 2023-11-22 16:00, 2023-11-29 16:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Peace&Social Justice Forum: Community Circle for Peace
2023-11-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Abbott Room
On Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 6 pm, the Peace & Social Justice Forum/Waldo County , will host
a Circle for Peace at the Belfast Free Library.
A reading of the “Women Wage Peace” Position Statement , written by members of one of the most important peace groups in Israel-made up of Jewish and Arab women with diverse positions and opinions; who have been speaking out for over 9 years for a different path that would bring peace for the future of our children. This is our obligation to both Israeli and Palestinian children. They deserve a future of security and freedom, not a future of death, war and destruction.
In solidarity with this commitment to the future, to ourselves, to all children and to Mother Earth, the organizers invite people to bring poems, words, songs, laments–whatever your heart wants to share, in this time of so much suffering, both here and around the world. Sit together in circle, share or just listen, and bring our energy for peace together, along with our resilience and our grief.
All are welcome. ~FMI: peace.and.justice.waldo@gmail.com

Changing Wildlife and Rivers in Maine with Ron Joseph
2023-11-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Abbott Room
Join the Belfast Bay Watershed Coalition for this program with Wildlife Biologist Ron Joseph, who will speak about Maine Wildlife and the Kennebec River Restoration. Ron speaks from a career with the US Fish and Wildlife Service about changes in the nature of Maine. Anyone who has met Ron is captivated with his knowledge and enthusiasm for the natural world. He is the author of Bald Eagles, Bear Cubs, and Hermit Bill: Memories of a Maine Wildlife Biologist.
The program starts at 6:30 pm in the Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library.

Creative Contest Awards Ceremony~ Sponsored by "But Still I Am One"
2023-11-17 16:00 - 17:30 | Abbott Room
Opened to all Waldo County high school students who submitted an
essay, poem, or piece of art answering one of the following questions:
How would I feel if I didn’t have a home? OR
What supports are needed in a community to end homelessness?
All entries will be displayed at the Belfast Free Library in November.
There are 3 prizes: $300/$200/$100
Sponsored by But Still I Am One
To participate via Zoom, click here

Jingle Dancer Storytime
2023-11-20 16:30 - 17:30 | Abbott Room
Join Waldo County General Hospital’s Community Health staff for a children’s storytime and activity in celebration of Native American Heritage Month. Participants will learn about the Medicine Wheel and watch a short video about the Jingle Dress Dance.
Register online at penbaywaldo.coursestorm.com
or call 301-3950

The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
2023-11-21 09:30 - 11:00, 2023-11-28 09:30 - 11:00 | Abbott Room
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 hello@mayastein.com for more information and to register.

Belfast Garden Club Program
2023-11-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Abbott Room
Managing Wildlife Pests in Gardens
Speaker: John Wood, USDA Wildlife Services Program, Maine
Who is munching my flowers and digging up my vegetables? How can I get this under control? Although some animals are active during the day, others are active at night, making it difficult to determine which species is causing damage. This presentation will discuss various management methods such as trapping, fencing, repellents, and deterrents that gardeners can use to manage wildlife pests in their gardens.
John has been a Wildlife Specialist for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Wildlife Services’ program since 2013. He graduated from the University of Maine, Orono in 2011 with a BS in Wildlife Ecology. He has held positions with the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife working with bear, deer, and moose, and with the Maine Department of Marine Resources monitoring lobster populations. In his current position at USDA, he is responsible for resolving wildlife conflicts that threaten human health and safety, property, and threatened and endangered species.
This program is offered in person in the Abbott Room and on zoom. Register for the zoom link here.

NO KNITTING GROUP TODAY Knit2Together
2023-11-22 16:00 | Abbott Room

The Library is Closed for Thanksgiving
2023-11-23

The Library is Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
2023-11-24

Teen Art Series #3~ Paint Your Pet
2023-11-27 16:30 - 17:30 | Abbott Room
This is going to be our 3rd program in the Belfast Free Library “Teen Art Series”. Please bring a picture of your pet, or a picture of an animal you love! We will then paint these beautiful creatures. Pure fun!!
Date~ November 27th
Time~ 4:30 to 5:30
Location~ Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library

STEAM Ocean Xplorers - What Makes a Fish a Fish?
2023-11-30 15:30 - 17:00 | Abbott Room
STEAM Team Ocean Xplorers STEAM Team Ocean Xplorers is a monthly program focused on the exploration of undersea and seaside wonders. Youth ages 8-12 are invited to join this partnership between the University of Maine’s 4-H program in Waldo County and the Belfast Free Library. Participants will engage in hands-on activities, meet scientists and students
This program is for ages 8-12 and requires registration.
Click here to register your child.
Ocean Xplorers
