Sankofa Festival
In 2016, the Oak Bluffs Public Library celebrated the first week of August with an African American Literature and Culture Festival in honor of the Oak Bluffs Power of Place permanent exhibit … Read More
Sankofa Festival: Yoga On The Beach with Christopher Sims
Christopher Sims offers his beautiful practice to open our festival each morning. This is a free class at Inkwell Beach from 8AM-9AM. Bring a yoga mat, towel and water.
Yoga Palooza
Fun with yoga, mindfulness, music and a story. Join friends at the Oak Bluffs Public library and have fun moving through yoga poses. Ages 5-10 years old.
Family Fishing
Meet librarian Jonathan on the OB fishing pier. Equipment and supplies are provided. For kids and their families. No prior experience necessary. Drop in event.
Sankofa Festival: Promise That You Will Sing About Me: The Power and Poetry of Kendrick Lamar Book Discussion
Journalist Miles Marshall Lewis joins us at the library to discuss his book, "Promise That You Will Sing About Me: The Power and Poetry of Kendrick Lamar" A stunning, in-depth look at … Read More
Seasonal Kids Crafting
New seasonal craft every week. Drop in fun for most ages.
Sankofa Festival: Amina Jordan-Mendez Poetry Workshop
Amina Jordan-Mendez is an Arts Facilitator, Community Organizer and Poet-Performer of Western Massachusetts. For over 10 years Amina has created and led arts integration, culturally responsive leadership, and wellness workshops. Amina has coordinated projects and … Read More
Sankofa Festival: Negro Spirituals with Robert Zackary
The Poetic Black Poet’s Story on Origins and Triumphant Path of the Negro SpiritualsThis workshop led by Robert Zachary creates a platform around the profoundness of a culture born from … Read More
Sankofa Festival: Godfrey Muwulya African Dance workshop sponsored by The Yard
Born and raised in Uganda, Godfrey Muwulya started performing African dance and music at the age of five. Here he will lead a performance and workshop.In 2005 he joined Ndere … Read More
Magic: The Gathering Gaming Club
Come play Magic: the Gathering at the Oak Bluffs Public Library! Players of all skill levels are welcome. On the first and third Fridays of the month.Food and drink will … Read More
Magic: The Gathering Gaming Club
Come play Magic: the Gathering at the Oak Bluffs Public Library! Players of all skill levels are welcome. On the first and third Fridays of the month.Food and drink will … Read More