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SUMMARY:Pop-Up Pictures Club
DESCRIPTION:Pop-up Pictures Club! \nGrab your membership (and maybe your favorite blanket!) and join us the first Saturday morning of the month for the Pop-up Pictures Club. We’re turning the library into our own private cinema for family-friendly hits\, hidden gems\, and big-screen adventures. \nWhether you’re here for the action\, the laughs\, or just a cozy morning out with the family\, there’s a seat waiting for you. No dues\, no homework—just great stories and great company. \n\n\nTime: 10:30 AM \n\n\nWhere: Children’s Room \n\n\nAges: All families welcome! (Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult).
URL:https://belmontfreelibrary.org/event/movie326/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Kids Programs,Movies,Teen/YA Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T190000
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SUMMARY:Stitch-Burners Club
DESCRIPTION:Love to crochet\, knit\, or sew? Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just picking up a needle for the first time\, you’re invited to join Stitch Burners – a welcoming space to stitch\, chat\, and share your creativity. \nWhat We Do:Bring your current project or start something new while enjoying good company and conversation. Share tips\, swap patterns\, or just enjoy the relaxing rhythm of crafting together. \nWhere: Belmont Literary and Historical Society Free LibraryWhen: Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday\, from 5pm-7pm (Come and go as you please\, you do not need to stay the whole time)What to Bring: Your favorite supplies and projects! \nNo registration needed—just drop in and unwind with fellow makers. Come craft with us! \n✨ All skill levels welcome.
URL:https://belmontfreelibrary.org/event/stitch-326/
LOCATION:Belmont Literary & Historical Society Free Library\, 2 Willets Ave\, Belmont\, NY\, 14813\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T130000
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CREATED:20260126T183348Z
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UID:2152-1771673400-1771678800@belmontfreelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Story Time with the Girl Scouts
DESCRIPTION:Black History Month Story time & Craft\nFebruary 21st\n11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nLearn about GS Josephine Groves Holloway\nFeatures- Fun for the littles. Story\, Craft and learn all about Girl Scouts \nFor ages K-12 \nRSVP Info: kwalker@gsnypenn.org\n315.288.0966
URL:https://belmontfreelibrary.org/event/story-time-with-the-girl-scouts/
CATEGORIES:Kids Programs,Speical Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T160000
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CREATED:20251216T222348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T200328Z
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SUMMARY:Library Trustee Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All board meetings are currently being held in person at the library and are open to the public. Monthly agenda will be posted at least 24 hours in advanced. \nFebruary 19\, 2026 Proposed Agenda:\nCall to Order \nWelcome Miranda Hemphill to the Board \nPublic Comment (5 min) \nSecretary’s Report (5 min) \n\nApproval of January minutes\nCorrespondence\n\nTreasurer’s Report (5 min) \n\nApproval of January report\nUpdates\nFinancial Review Infomation\n\nDirector’s Report (25 min) \nOld Business (20 min) \n\nVote in new board member\nSubmit budget referendum language for ballot to school district\nWhen do we submit for building grant? What will be included?\nBoard self evalutation\nFOIL training update\nOffice moved upstairs\, do we need 2 key holders\nPolicy review in director’s report\nCommittee Report Reviews – Building and Grounds\, Personnel\, Policy and Nominating\nSpeaker upstairs for Adult programming\, does DAR have a program\nDisplay upstairs – table for now\n\nNew Business (10 min) \n\nCommunity Quilt Preservation Project and relocation\nOld Clock face project – inspection and consultation\, clean it\, mount it\n\nNext Meeting – Thursday\, March 19th\, 2026 at 4pm \nAdjournment:
URL:https://belmontfreelibrary.org/event/board0226/
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T190000
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CREATED:20251216T215409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T135431Z
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SUMMARY:Stitch-Burners Club
DESCRIPTION:Love to crochet\, knit\, or sew? Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just picking up a needle for the first time\, you’re invited to join Stitch Burners – a welcoming space to stitch\, chat\, and share your creativity. \nWhat We Do:Bring your current project or start something new while enjoying good company and conversation. Share tips\, swap patterns\, or just enjoy the relaxing rhythm of crafting together. \nWhere: Belmont Literary and Historical Society Free LibraryWhen: Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday\, from 5pm-7pm (Come and go as you please\, you do not need to stay the whole time)What to Bring: Your favorite supplies and projects! \nNo registration needed—just drop in and unwind with fellow makers. Come craft with us! \n✨ All skill levels welcome.
URL:https://belmontfreelibrary.org/event/stitch2-226/
LOCATION:Belmont Literary & Historical Society Free Library\, 2 Willets Ave\, Belmont\, NY\, 14813\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T140000
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CREATED:20260120T171634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T171634Z
UID:2120-1771329600-1771336800@belmontfreelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Employment Support Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Employment Support Drop-In \nIn partnership with the Cattaraugus-Allegany Workforce Development Board \nLooking for work or navigating barriers to employment with a disability? Each month\, a representative from the Workforce Development Board will be at the library to offer one-on-one guidance\, resources\, and answers to your questions. \n3rd Tuesday of the Month12:00–2:00 PMBL&HS Free Library \nNo registration is required—just stop in and connect.
URL:https://belmontfreelibrary.org/event/empsup02/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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CREATED:20251216T215253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T215253Z
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SUMMARY:Library Closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://belmontfreelibrary.org/event/library-closed-2/
CATEGORIES:Library Closure
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T120000
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CREATED:20260109T190118Z
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UID:2080-1771070400-1771074000@belmontfreelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Sweet Togetherness: A Tangyuan Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Sweet Togetherness: A Tangyuan Workshop \nCelebrate the spirit of the Lunar New Year with a hands-on cooking treat! Join us at the library to make Tangyuan—traditional sweet rice balls that symbolize family unity and “completeness.” We’re putting a modern twist on this ancient tradition by filling our chewy\, gluten-free rice dumplings with melty chocolate chips. Perfect for families\, friends\, and neighbors\, this intergenerational program is all about the joy of making something sweet together. Come roll\, fill\, and taste a bit of tradition!
URL:https://belmontfreelibrary.org/event/sweet-togetherness-a-tangyuan-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Cooking Class,Teen/YA Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T140408
CREATED:20251216T220915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T211735Z
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SUMMARY:Play and Stay
DESCRIPTION:Toddler Stay & Play: Read\, Roar & Scare the Nian Away! Get ready to make some noise! This February 12th at 10:30 AM\, we are diving into the traditions of the Lunar New Year. We’ll follow the animals in The Great Race and then take part in a library-wide parade. Following the ancient tradition of scaring away the monster Nian\, our toddlers will use music and dance to bring good luck and vibrant energy to the library. \nDon’t forget to wear red! This bright color is a key part of the tradition to keep the Nian at bay. No registration is necessary—just bring your dancing shoes and a loud roar!
URL:https://belmontfreelibrary.org/event/play-and-stay/
CATEGORIES:Kids Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T190000
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CREATED:20251216T215334Z
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SUMMARY:Stitch-Burners Club
DESCRIPTION:Love to crochet\, knit\, or sew? Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just picking up a needle for the first time\, you’re invited to join Stitch Burners – a welcoming space to stitch\, chat\, and share your creativity. \nWhat We Do:Bring your current project or start something new while enjoying good company and conversation. Share tips\, swap patterns\, or just enjoy the relaxing rhythm of crafting together. \nWhere: Belmont Literary and Historical Society Free LibraryWhen: Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday\, from 5pm-7pm (Come and go as you please\, you do not need to stay the whole time)What to Bring: Your favorite supplies and projects! \nNo registration needed—just drop in and unwind with fellow makers. Come craft with us! \n✨ All skill levels welcome.
URL:https://belmontfreelibrary.org/event/stitch226/
LOCATION:Belmont Literary & Historical Society Free Library\, 2 Willets Ave\, Belmont\, NY\, 14813\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T190000
DTSTAMP:20260411T140408
CREATED:20251216T215003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T215003Z
UID:1998-1768928400-1768935600@belmontfreelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Stitch-Burners Club
DESCRIPTION:Love to crochet\, knit\, or sew? Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just picking up a needle for the first time\, you’re invited to join Stitch Burners – a welcoming space to stitch\, chat\, and share your creativity. \nWhat We Do:Bring your current project or start something new while enjoying good company and conversation. Share tips\, swap patterns\, or just enjoy the relaxing rhythm of crafting together. \nWhere: Belmont Literary and Historical Society Free LibraryWhen: Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday\, from 5pm-7pm (Come and go as you please\, you do not need to stay the whole time)What to Bring: Your favorite supplies and projects! \nNo registration needed—just drop in and unwind with fellow makers. Come craft with us! \n✨ All skill levels welcome.
URL:https://belmontfreelibrary.org/event/stitch2-126/
LOCATION:Belmont Literary & Historical Society Free Library\, 2 Willets Ave\, Belmont\, NY\, 14813\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T140408
CREATED:20251120T150102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T171530Z
UID:1972-1768910400-1768917600@belmontfreelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Employment Support Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Employment Support Drop-In \nIn partnership with the Cattaraugus-Allegany Workforce Development Board \nLooking for work or navigating barriers to employment with a disability? Each month\, a representative from the Workforce Development Board will be at the library to offer one-on-one guidance\, resources\, and answers to your questions. \n3rd Tuesday of the Month12:00–2:00 PMBL&HS Free Library \nNo registration is required—just stop in and connect.
URL:https://belmontfreelibrary.org/event/empsup-dec/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTSTAMP:20260411T140408
CREATED:20251216T215228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T215228Z
UID:2000-1768780800-1768867199@belmontfreelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Library Closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://belmontfreelibrary.org/event/library-closed/
CATEGORIES:Library Closure
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T140408
CREATED:20251216T222209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T191610Z
UID:2022-1768491000-1768496400@belmontfreelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Library Trustee Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All board meetings are currently being held in person at the library and are open to the public. Monthly agenda will be posted at least 24 hours in advanced. \nJanuary 15\, 2026 Proposed Agenda:\nCall to Order \n\nWelcome new board members\n\nSecretary’s Report (5 min) \n\nApproval of November minutes\nCorrespondence\n\nTreasurer’s Report (5 min) \n\nApproval of November & December report\nUpdates\n\nDirector’s Report (25 min) \nOld Business (20 min) \n\nHVAC Estimate for Construction Aid Grant – Do we meet the qualifications\nHoliday Dinner – Different time?\nMention of Board Evaluations\nHi-Lo and Dyslexic book examples\nNew Heater Installed\n\nNew Business (10 min) \n\nDAR Cookbook\n\nSell book\nPurchase book for collection\nHave brochures available\nDonation?\n\n\nCommittees – meet and report back\nEvents speaker for upstairs\nApproached about display for upcoming anniversaries\nPolicy Updates\n\nPublic Comment (5 min) \nNext Meeting – February 19th 2026 at 3:30pm \nAdjournment:
URL:https://belmontfreelibrary.org/event/board0126/
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T190000
DTSTAMP:20260411T140408
CREATED:20251216T214900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T214900Z
UID:1996-1767718800-1767726000@belmontfreelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Stitch-Burners Club
DESCRIPTION:Love to crochet\, knit\, or sew? Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just picking up a needle for the first time\, you’re invited to join Stitch Burners – a welcoming space to stitch\, chat\, and share your creativity. \nWhat We Do:Bring your current project or start something new while enjoying good company and conversation. Share tips\, swap patterns\, or just enjoy the relaxing rhythm of crafting together. \nWhere: Belmont Literary and Historical Society Free LibraryWhen: Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday\, from 5pm-7pm (Come and go as you please\, you do not need to stay the whole time)What to Bring: Your favorite supplies and projects! \nNo registration needed—just drop in and unwind with fellow makers. Come craft with us! \n✨ All skill levels welcome.
URL:https://belmontfreelibrary.org/event/stitch126/
LOCATION:Belmont Literary & Historical Society Free Library\, 2 Willets Ave\, Belmont\, NY\, 14813\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102
DTSTAMP:20260411T140408
CREATED:20250825T192608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T162935Z
UID:1809-1767225600-1767311999@belmontfreelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Library Closing
DESCRIPTION:Library the library will be closed on the following dates for the holidays. \nDecember 25th and 26th\nJanuary 1st
URL:https://belmontfreelibrary.org/event/library-closing-1/
CATEGORIES:Library Closure
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