Tavern Troubles coming September 23th

Posted on August 29, 2024 by Curtis Decker

Welcome to the Tavern Troubles D&D campaign! This will be a new event we plan to host every Monday from 4 PM to 5 PM, starting September 23rd and going for as long as there is interest. It is for ages 12 and up, groups of 1 to 6, and all levels of adventurers. If you are just starting D&D or are a pro, we have a space for you. The format of our game is a little different. Our story is centered on the Topsy Turvy Tavern, a place always in need of a helping hand. The story takes place over two hours so you can do one campaign, or if you have fun, you can come back for multiple. Further details are at the library. Happy adventuring!
~Curtis Decker (AKA: Zorin Thow the Tavernkeeper) Director of the Belmont Free Library

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The Starquest!

Posted on June 18, 2024 by Curtis Decker

Join us for our new summer event across all the 48 libraries in the STLS System! Pick up a packet at any library to get started, with maps, a list of the libraries in each county, and your Starquest Milestone tacker! Visiting libraries gets you a prize! From 5, to 10, to 24, to all 48 libraries! How many can you visit this summer? The event will be on going at all 48 libraries from July 1st to September 30th. Get ready to blast off on your very own Starquest!

In addition, the Belmont Free Library will be holding an art competition. On the map for Starquest, there is a custom designed planet for each library, if you design an alien for one of any of the 48 libraries you can win a free children’s book or stuffed animal! This event is specifically at the Belmont Free Library.

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Bee Happy

Posted on August 30, 2024 by Curtis Decker

The bee situation is taken care of and the front door of the library is safe once more. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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Bee Careful

Posted on August 27, 2024 by Curtis Decker

Warning: Our library currently has a large number of bees around the front door. Pest removal has been contacted. Until further notice, please use the ramp and back door for your safety.
~The Director

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Art and History

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Curtis Decker

A view of history through art. How we see the past is influenced by who taught us the past, how we live today, and how we expect tomorrow to be. This video presents the artwork of Thomas Cole and a commentary on the historical themes played out in it.

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Smart Snakes with Chad Edwards

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Curtis Decker

Smart Snakes with Chad Edwards (Professor Von Scales) will be presenting on:

Monday August 12th from 1pm to 5pm

Upstairs in the Belmont Library. There will be a host of reptiles and arachnids that you can see and interact with under the expert guidance of Professor Von Scales. His goal is to help educate the public on reptiles and arachnids to help destigmatize the irrational fear surrounding these majestic creatures. Meet Black Widows, Scorpions, Bull Snakes, Mexican Red Knee Tarantulas, Gold Ringed Snakes, Bird Snakes, and more with Professor Von Scales!

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Tanglewood Nature Center

Posted on July 22, 2024 by Curtis Decker

August 22nd we will have Tanglewood Nature Center visiting our library from 11 to 12. Come hang out at the Belmont Free Library with their friendly critters.

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Thank you

Posted on July 12, 2024 by Curtis Decker

Thank you so much to Mary K. Worth for her visit and fantastic reading of her stories. Her influence and inspiring presence brought over fifteen visitors to the library. In total we had 30 visitors today! A new record! Thank you to all who help keep our library alive.

~Sincerely, Curtis Decker, Director of the Belmont Free Library

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The Power of a Library

Posted on July 8, 2024 by Curtis Decker
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Visiting Author Mary K. Worth

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Curtis Decker

Mary Kay is a native of Portville, NY, and now lives in Lakeland, FL. Following 30+ years in public education, Mary Kay has nine titles: HEY ELEPHANT! WHERE ARE YOU?, Banele – the Girl from Swaziland, Mountains Trees Plant and Flowers of Swaziland, Dear Deer, The Truth About Santa, Three Christmas Stories, Pop Pop’s Train Ride, The Great Train Robbery, and A Lucky Stone Day.

She will be visiting our library on July 12 at 3:30 PM to give a presentation of her works.

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