Author Archives: Curtis Decker

About Curtis Decker

Happy to be here and to open the library to all in need. I love talking about stories, drawing, farming, and hiking. Come in for books, conversations, and to share in the atmosphere of our historic small town library. A magical place of stories and wonder.

Protect Your Right to Read!

Posted on November 30, 2023 by Curtis Decker

Almond 20th Century Club LibraryPublic Hearing on Challenge to Library MaterialsThursday, November 30, 2023 at 6:45 pmAlfred-Almond School District Auditorium There is to be a public hearing in regards to material the Almond Library has on their shelves. A library’s duty … Continue reading →

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Board Meeting

Posted on November 14, 2023 by Curtis Decker

This months board meeting will take place on November 16th at 3 P.M. at the Belmont Library. If you would like to attend please notified the library ahead of time so we can put you on the agenda. Hope to … Continue reading →

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Moon Phases

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Curtis Decker

One of my favorite hobbies is Moon watching. It reminds me of the beauty of space and nature, and the ways of the ancient world. Sometimes it is easy to forget about the Moon and the stars constantly in motion … Continue reading →

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Percy Jackson the Musical: Sneak Peek

Posted on October 30, 2023 by Curtis Decker

Come see a sneak peek of Alfred State’s Drama Department’s rendition of “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical” on Saturday, November 11th 3 P.M.– Upstairs at the Belmont Library. See the “Campfire Song” & “Bring On the Monsters” scenes. (Partial … Continue reading →

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Board Meeting

Posted on October 17, 2023 by Curtis Decker

This months board meeting will take place on October 19th at 3 P.M. at the Belmont Library. If you would like to attend please notified the library ahead of time so we can put you on the agenda. Hope to … Continue reading →

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Want to be a Board Member?

Posted on October 17, 2023 by Curtis Decker
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The Book Chat Book Club at the Belmont Library

Posted on October 17, 2023 by Curtis Decker
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Look to the Sky

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Curtis Decker

(Image from https://unsplash.com/s/photos/starry-sky) This October is full of stellar events to witness! October 8th to 9th: The Draconid Meteor Shower October 14th: Solar Eclipse (wear protective eyewear if you want to look at the eclipse directly, not just ordinary sunglasses, … Continue reading →

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This Halloween at the Belmont Library

Posted on October 2, 2023 by Curtis Decker

Cryptid Hunt!  (image from https://www.businessinsider.com/a-map-of-the-monsters-that-haunt-the-us-2015-1) It is October! The time for creepy critters and ghoulish delights! Come to the library and see if you can find our cryptid frights! Nine spooky specters haunt our library books. Can you find them … Continue reading →

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Altered Art

Posted on September 28, 2023 by Curtis Decker

            Do you ever feel like a painting is missing something? That in the background of that Victorian manor those highland hills would look just a smidge better with a dragon flying over them? Perhaps that is just me and … Continue reading →

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