Want to learn ASL? Come drop in on our conversational practice group! No experience necessary, but before joining the practice group please check out the linked videos. Learn this First! 10 Things You Need to Know About ASL (7:23 minutes)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6w1ZDaE-whc Signing the Alphabet (8:27 minutes)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFv_mLwBvHc Here are a few other helpful videos, if interested:"The first 150 … Read More

Want to learn ASL? Come drop in on our conversational practice group! No experience necessary, but before joining the practice group please check out the linked videos. Learn this First! 10 Things You Need to Know About ASL (7:23 minutes)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6w1ZDaE-whc Signing the Alphabet (8:27 minutes)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFv_mLwBvHc Here are a few other helpful videos, if interested:"The first 150 … Read More

Come out and learn about how to secure your financial future with Certified Financial Planner William J Milton Jr. and Dominique Milton. Open to all!  Contact Dominque Milton at drmilton2020@gmail.com or 843-693-1985

Come see Melissa Knowles' Lightwork during the month of June in the meeting room at the Oak Bluffs Library. Artist reception will be on Thursday, June 29th from 5:00-6:30. An opportunity to meet this one-of-a-kind artist who is passionate about her process. Light refreshments will be served.  Lightwork features photographs and meditational expressions created to connect with ki-in, … Read More

Join Reiki Master, Wakenda Johnson for a class introducing reiki. This group class will focus on the origins, benefits, and steps to integrate reiki into your everyday life. Whether you are interested in learning about reiki, or looking to hone in on your practiced skills, this class will have something for all. Registration is encouraged, … Read More

A financial literacy event to introduce you to the basics of personal finance and how you can create your ideal lifestyle. Please bring a notebook if you are able, if not the library will provide scrap paper.  For more information email hburbidge@clamsnet.org or call 508-693-9433

Join Hannah for a tap dance class to discover your inner tap dancer! Class will include a warm-up, instruction to basic tap steps and vocabulary. We will end each class with some fun, light choreography that will keep you tapping until the next class.No experience is necessary, and a limited number of tap shoes will … Read More

The spread and increase in numbers of the lone star tick and the diseases they cause, with an emphasis on larval “tick bombs” and the alpha gal red meat allergy. The Martha’s Vineyard Tick-borne Illness Reduction Initiative (aka the Tick Program) is dedicated to reducing the number of ticks and tick-borne illnesses on Martha’s Vineyard … Read More

Want to learn ASL? Come drop in on our conversational practice group! No experience necessary, but before joining the practice group please check out the linked videos. Learn this First! 10 Things You Need to Know About ASL (7:23 minutes)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6w1ZDaE-whc Signing the Alphabet (8:27 minutes)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFv_mLwBvHc Here are a few other helpful videos, if interested:"The first 150 … Read More

Empower your kids to know what to do in emergencies. Practice the knowledge in a game your family will play together.  From Ready2Help: ready.gov/game. Questions? Call 508-693-9433 or email mlynch@clamsnet.org. For families with children 8+

Wind, solar, and heat pumps -- oh my! Vineyard power presents this kid-friendly way to learn about the science of renewable energy and energy efficiency. Come for crafts, science facts, and hands-on activities as we discover the inner workings of exciting renewable energy technology! Ever wonder how many solar panels it would take to power … Read More

Join Reiki Master, Wakenda Johnson for a class introducing reiki. This group class will focus on the origins, benefits, and steps to integrate reiki into your everyday life. Whether you are interested in learning about reiki, or looking to hone in on your practiced skills, this class will have something for all. Registration is encouraged, … Read More

Come and learn some fun and fundamental ballroom dancing moves — a lifetime activity. Taught by Tom and Janet. For all ages. Come with or without a dance partner. Shoes with smooth soles are recommended.Represented by the Martha’s Vineyard Ballroom group, who meet every Sunday evening at 7:00 at the Unitarian Church, 423 Main Street, Vineyard … Read More

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 not be provided, but feel free to bring your own as long as you clean up after yourself.Children under 14 should be accompanied by an … Read More

This is a program, developed by Robert Azzi, to create safe and open spaces for people to listen to his experience as a Muslim in America, the religion of Islam and its history, and ask any questions they have. Robert Azzi speaks not as a scholar or academic but as neighbor, fellow citizen, person of … Read More

For more information, email Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Angell jangell@hospiceofmv.org

Contact Kimberly Huyghue huyghue@gmail.com for more information

Join Reiki Master, Wakenda Johnson for a class introducing reiki. This group class will focus on the origins, benefits, and steps to integrate reiki into your everyday life. Whether you are interested in learning about reiki, or looking to hone in on your practiced skills, this class will have something for all. Registration is encouraged, … Read More

Join amateur historian Hal Garneau for a slideshow presentation about the techniques used to discover the identity of those puzzling unknown cottage and buildings found in early photographs of Oak Bluffs. After a little background information about historical detective work, Hal will continue with nine examples of astounding historical sleuthing from start to finish. Put … Read More

Join Hannah for our July Craft: Sea Glass SketchingCreate a masterpiece with sea glass! Library materials will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.Registration required, email hburbidge@clamsnet.org or call 508-693-9433

Join Hannah for a tap class to discover your inner tap dancer! Class will include a warm-up, instruction to basic tap steps and vocabulary. We will end each class with some fun, light choreography that will keep you tapping until the next class.No experience is necessary, and a limited number of tap shoes will be … Read More

Known as Casino dancing in Cuba, this class will explore basic rhythms and movements of this style and related styles, as well as touch on history and culture. No partner necessary. Class size is limited to 15 attendees and registration is encouraged. To register, please email hburbidge@clamsnet.org or call 508-693-9433

QPR®- Question, Persuade, Refer® Gatekeeper Training for Suicide Prevention is a 1-hour workshop which, teaches individuals how to recognize suicide warning signs, ask about suicide and persuade someone to accept professional help. A gatekeeper is someone in a position to recognize a crisis and the warning signs that someone may be contemplating suicide. Gatekeepers can be … Read More

Find the best deals on used books in town this Thursday, Friday and Saturday at the world-famous Library Friends of Oak Bluffs book sale! You don't want to miss out on these truly outrageous deals on books for all ages. All sales help support the Library Friends, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. LFOB provides funding for … Read More

Find the best deals on used books in town this Thursday, Friday and Saturday at the world-famous Library Friends of Oak Bluffs book sale! You don't want to miss out on these truly outrageous deals on books for all ages. All sales help support the Library Friends, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. LFOB provides funding for … Read More

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 not be provided, but feel free to bring your own as long as you clean up after yourself.Children under 14 should be accompanied by an … Read More

Find the best deals on used books in town this Thursday, Friday and Saturday at the world-famous Library Friends of Oak Bluffs book sale! You don't want to miss out on these truly outrageous deals on books for all ages. All sales help support the Library Friends, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. LFOB provides funding for … Read More

Ignite your creativity with Balebe! Join us for an afternoon workshop where you will learn about beading and it's connection to numerology, color theory, design, intention setting. Each participant will leave with their own beaded bracelet. For more information on Balebe head to https://balebe.com/homeRegistration is required as supplies are limited (20 people maximum). To register, email hburbidge@clamsnet.org … Read More

4:00 - 4:30 pm: John Biggers Film: "Stories of Illumination and Growth" 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm: Virtual Tour 5:30 pm - 6 pm: Mocktails Reception Tour Guide: Kenlontae' Turner, Hampton Univ. Museum - Curator of Collections Guest Speaker: Virginia Mecklenburg, SAAM - Senior Curator Q&A Facilitator: Valerie A. Cooper, SAAM - Community Outreach Consultant

An interactive workshop about finding your calling. For more information head to http://www.walkworthybrands.com Registration is encouraged, but not required. Email hburbidge@clamsnet.org or call 508-693-9433 for more information.

Contact Nadeen Gayle 917-684-5936 for more information.

A community educational and outreach event that will include a lecture to educate existing and potential art enthusiasts about the art auction market. Open to the public, anyone from novice to professional art collectors. Email vcooper@picture-that.com for more information. Guest Speaker: Scott Nussbaum, Phillips - Deputy Chairman; Senior Int'l SpecialistQ&A Facilitator: Clinée Hedspeth, Phillips - Regional Rep.; Chicago & … Read More

Join Reiki Master, Wakenda Johnson for a class introducing reiki. This group class will focus on the origins, benefits, and steps to integrate reiki into your everyday life. Whether you are interested in learning about reiki, or looking to hone in on your practiced skills, this class will have something for all. Registration is encouraged, … Read More

Finance, Economic & Sustainability Lunch takes place at the Oak Bluffs Library, HBCU intellectuals & Black America Tech leaders discuss the importance of strategy in community building. Registrants will learn how to pool resources that support opportunities in building strong financially stable communities and discovering how they can incorporate learned practices. Attendees will also view a … Read More

Holistic financial wellness looks to serve individuals and the needs that are unique to them. Join certified financial education instructor (CFEI) Chris for a workshop on how you can create your ideal lifestyle and make your money work for you. Please bring a notebook if you are able, if not the library will provide scrap paper. For more information … Read More

Ryan Bernsten undertook a 23,000-mile journey through all 50 states of his home country to answer the question: Is America as divided as it seems? 50 States of Mind: A Journey to Rediscover American Democracy is a work of travel nonfiction in the style of Alexis de Tocqueville that takes readers on a long and … Read More

Known as Casino dancing in Cuba, this class will explore basic rhythms and movements of this style and related styles, as well as touch on history and culture. No partner necessary. Class size is limited to 15 attendees and registration is encouraged. To register, please email hburbidge@clamsnet.org or call 508-693-9433

Join us for the art reception of Dorothy Burnham, 108 year old artist who spends each summer in the Oak Bluffs Campground.

Join us for an author talk with Trevor Singleton for his book, The Doorways of Life. Any decision you make in life is a doorway. Whether you can see or hear what's on the other side, you still need to make a choice. The question becomes, what is the doorway in front of you and how … Read More

India Rose, the founder of the MV Black-Owned Business Directory will speak about the challenges that face small businesses in our seasonal economy; and how the growth and impact of the Directory has become an essential resource/tool for Island BIPOC businesses to thrive.

Holistic financial wellness looks to serve individuals and the needs that are unique to them. Join certified financial education instructor (CFEI) Chris for a workshop on how you can create your ideal lifestyle and make your money work for you. Please bring a notebook if you are able, if not the library will provide scrap paper. For more information … Read More

Join Reiki Master, Wakenda Johnson for a class introducing reiki. This group class will focus on the origins, benefits, and steps to integrate reiki into your everyday life. Whether you are interested in learning about reiki, or looking to hone in on your practiced skills, this class will have something for all. Registration is encouraged, … Read More

Join artist Dawn Tree as she leads an interactive art workshop with a focus on preserving history. The art workshop will include collaging techniques, painting and memory dialogue. This will include archived photos, personal photos brought by attendees, mixed media materials--i.e. flowers, keys, etc.Dawn Tree is a professional abstract surrealist artist and owner of a … Read More

Join us for an artist & author talk with Dawn Tree. Dawn will talk about her graphic novel, Tulsa's Black Wall Street: A Modernized Revelation as well as the art she is showing during the Sankofa Festival in the Oak Bluffs Library's meeting room. About the Book: Tree's book discusses the 1921 Race Massacre and brings the history to … Read More

Ignite your creativity with Balebe's Waist Beading Workshop! Join us for an afternoon waist beading where you will learn about beading and it's connection to numerology, color theory, design, intention setting. Each participant will leave with their own! For more information on Balebe head to https://balebe.com/homeRegistration is required as supplies are limited (20 people maximum). … Read More

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 not be provided, but feel free to bring your own as long as you clean up after yourself.Children under 14 should be accompanied by an … Read More

Join Hannah for a very special tap class to discover your inner tap dancer! This class will be dedicated to The Nicholas Brothers and the famous inspiration they had on the tap world.Class will include a warm-up, instruction to basic tap steps and vocabulary. We will end each class with some fun, light choreography that … Read More

Emma's Postcard Album; Black Lives in the Early Twentieth Century uses a young Black woman’s postcard correspondence from 1906 to 1910 to tell a larger story about American life more than a century ago. The text is richly illustrated with photographs and hundreds of full-color "Golden Age" postcards—and would engage audiences whether they’re interested in Black history or … Read More

Join our panel of 4 writers who are committed to their craft and have been friends since 2005. Moderated by Toni Kaufman, President of MV NAACPAuthors:Victoria Christopher Murray -The Personal Librarian, The First Ladies,New York Times Bestselling Author, NAACP Image AwardTiffany L. Warren - The Favorite Son, All the Things I Meant to Tell You, Don't Tell A SoulRenee … Read More