Belmont Public Library invites community members to April events

BELMONT ― The Belmont Public Library invites community members of all ages to the events it's hosting this April.

Adults can enjoy weekly Creative Conversations programs, including Fiber Arts on Mondays at 10 a.m. for those who enjoy knitting and crocheting, and a Watercolor Workshop on Mondays at 2 p.m., where participants can explore watercolor techniques with supplies provided. These programs are open to all skill levels.

The Nonfiction Book Group meets Friday, April 3 at 10:30 a.m. to discuss “Northeaster: A Story of Courage and Survival in the Blizzard of 1952” by Cathie Pelletier.

The Afternoon Book Group gathers Thursday, April 9 at 4:30 p.m. to talk about “The Wind Knows My Name” by Isabel Allende.

The Mystery Book Group meets Thursday, April 16 at 10 a.m. with “The Chain” by Adrian McKinty.

The Friday Fiction Book Group meets Friday, April 17 at 10:30 a.m. to discuss “The Nickel Boys” by Colson Whitehead.

Copies of each book discussed in the groups are available at the library and some are available digitally through Libby.

For younger patrons, weekly Storytime continues on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., offering stories and activities for children under school age.

Teens are invited to the Teen Book Club on Thursday, April 23 at 4 p.m., where the group will discuss “Scythe” by Neal Shusterman.

Additional special events include a Peep and Egg Diamond Art Magnet craft on Tuesday, April 28 from 3 to 5 p.m., recommended for ages 10 and up, while supplies last. Families can also look forward to Family Film Friday on May 1 at 3 p.m., featuring a family-friendly movie and popcorn.

The popular StoryWalk will return in late April, encouraging families to enjoy reading and the outdoors together.

For more information, visit belmontpubliclibrary.org, call 603 267-8331, or stop by 146 Main St.