A traditional African dance class for families, presented by Talent Plus. Dr. P. Qasimah Boston, who has over 40 years of experience in teaching, is the class instructor.

Join us for the artist reception of Michael Johnson for his August exhibition: MV Summer Light Winter Light: A Tale of Two Seasons.

Ken Gloss, who is also a frequent guest appraiser on PBS’ Antiques Roadshow, will talk in part about the history of his historic bookshop (www.brattlebookshop.com), which goes back to circa 1825. He is a second-generation owner. Ken will talk about and show some of his favorite finds and describe some of the joys of the "hunt," … Read More

Join Hal Garneau for a trip back in time as he shares more than 120 vintages photos of Oak Bluffs (Cottage City) in full 3D. After a brief history and explanation of stereo photography, Hal will take you on an illustrated history of Oak Bluffs from its Camp Meeting beginnings in 1835 through its emergence and … 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 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

Annual Meeting of TRPOA

A panel discussion on how shellfish conservation methods have saved Vineyard waters over the last 50 yearsLearn how the Martha's Vineyard Shellfish Group has been rearing baby bivalves for decades to enhance shellfish resources in Vineyard waters. Reminisce with locals--the Marine Biologists, harvesters and agents who pushed for water conservation in the building boom of the … Read More

Author Talk with local author, Sherry Sidoti about her recently released memoir, A Smoke And A SongIs freedom found in “letting go,” as the spiritual teachers (and her mother) insist—or is it found by digging our heels deeper into the earth and holding on to our humanness? A Smoke and a Song is Sherry’s story of her quest to make meaning from the … Read More

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

Spend an afternoon with Jennifer Smith Turner, Award Winning Author and Poet, hosted by Martha’s Vineyard Branch of ASALH at the Oak Bluffs Public Library. Light refreshments will be served. Jennifer Smith Turner is an award-winning author and poet. Her debut novel, Child Bride, receivednumerous literary awards including the Sarton Women’s Book Award for Historical Fiction … Read More

Join Hannah for a crafting evening to create decoupage oysters and scallops. These make wonderful gifts whether just for beauty or functionally as a jewelry holder.  Registration is required. Email hburbidge@clamsnet.org or call 508-693-9433

Wanna learn how to shuck oysters? Now's your chance to get your hands dirty and give it a go!Martha's Vineyard Shellfish Group welcomes novice, intermediate, and experienced shuckers for a demonstration on best shellfish handling and shucking methods, along with tools, tips and tricks. Knives, gloves, and shellfish will be available for a hands-on experience after … Read More

Tuni Deignan spent much of her life using a whole host of coping mechanisms to navigate the trauma of her childhood: a sexually abusive father and a mother who seemed helpless to stop him. But when a bike accident rendered her immobile and dependent on narcotics at age fifty-five, she sat down to unwind and … Read More

CANCELLED on 9/15 DUE TO WEATHER 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 … Read More

THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR SAT 9/16/23Join 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 … Read More

THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SAT 9/23 AT 2PM!Join us for the art reception of Ksenia Meleshko's show, Silenced Voice of Vincent Van Gogh“Great things are not done by impulse, but by a series of small things brought together.”

Film Showing of On Our Watch, documentary of Martha’s Vineyard's Great Ponds. Following the showing we will have a Q&A with Director Ollie Becker and a member of the Vineyard Conservation Society. Martha's Vineyard's great ponds have been a source of sustenance and beauty for countless generations of Islanders. Recently, many of these ponds appear to … 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. Registration is encouraged,  to register email hburbidge@clamsnet.org or call 508-693-9433

Fantasy, Science Fiction, Dystopian, Adventure and more! This book club meets on the 4th Friday of each month to throw the "real world" out the window. This month: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros Please enter the Oak Bluffs Library's Meeting Room through the rear entrance (next to town hall parking lot).

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

Join us for the art reception of Ksenia Meleshko's show, Silenced Voice of Vincent Van Gogh “Great things are not done by impulse, but by a series of small things brought together.”

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. No registration required.

Book Club Meeting

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. Registration is encouraged,  to register 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

Looking to donate books?! We are accepting books in good to excellent condition. Any reference, technical, medical or travel books must be published within the past three years.We cannot accept encyclopedias, dictionaries, textbooks, Bibles and most religious books. We also no longer take DVDs, CDs, or VHS tapes. If that day or time is inconvenient, make arrangements … Read More