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Library Friends of Oak Bluffs

The Steering Committee meets at 2pm on the first Thursday of each month to plan and carry out LFOB projects. We invite you to drop us a line, give us a call, or stop by one of our meetings (1st Thursday of the month). Contact "Library Friends of Oak Bluffs" at:LibraryFriendsOB@gmail.com orLibrary Friends of Oak … Read More

How was “Old Ironsides” Built?

See an animation short on the building and launch of the USS Constitution, long retired from battle, she is still manned by active duty US Navy sailors on special assignment. For over 223 years, the ship has been integral to maritime history and can explored in Boston Harbor. Can’t make it to Boston? The USS … Read More

Virtual Cooking with Carolina

https://oakbluffs.zoom.us/j/92442593354?pwd=T1JQMTZwWmFoMStoV0J6WldRZGZ6dz09

Join Carolina Saturday evenings at her new summertime slot, 6pm. From simple to sublime, each episode is a new recipe demonstrated LIVE from Carolina's home kitchen. Every Saturday night on Facebook Live. Watch at facebook.com/illuminateob ────────── Oak Bluffs Library is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://oakbluffs.zoom.us/j/92442593354?pwd=T1JQMTZwWmFoMStoV0J6WldRZGZ6dz09 Meeting ID: 924 4259 3354 … Read More

Maritime Reads

Have your cup of coffee while you listen to our Reference Librarian, Nina Ferry, read harrowing sea tales from our Maritime Collection. The collection is housed on the second floor of the library and does circulate. See more about our special collections on our website - https://oakbluffslibrary.org/services/special-collections/Readings will be pre-recorded and posted to our facebook … Read More

Author Talk: Diana L. Haemer Ocean Poems

──────────A seasonal resident of Eastham and 2020 graduate of William & Mary, Diana Haemer has been writing poetry since she was 16. Her poems focus on the topics of nature & the environment, growing up, and current events. Diana’s work has been published in many literary magazines (The Sucharnochee Review, Short Édition, and William & Mary’s The Gallery), … Read More

Fishing With Jonathan

A relaxing morning of fishing where you can ask questions, while dropping a line off the OB Pier between the harbor and Steamship terminal. No experience? No problem, Jonathan is happy to instruct. Limited equipment available, or you can bring your own. All ages welcome. **This event is off-site and requires pre-registration as space is … Read More

Local Legend – Vanessa the Sea Serpent

 Local author and caretaker of Vanessa the Sea Serpent, Amelie Loyot, will discuss “tales” and “tails,” diving into Oak Bluffs lore about our beloved sea serpent. All ages welcome--adults bring your imaginations and kids bring your questions! This is a hybrid Program *Online or in-person* This event will be live streamed on our facebook page, as … Read More

Virtual Cooking with Carolina

https://oakbluffs.zoom.us/j/92442593354?pwd=T1JQMTZwWmFoMStoV0J6WldRZGZ6dz09

Join Carolina Saturday evenings at her new summertime slot, 6pm. From simple to sublime, each episode is a new recipe demonstrated LIVE from Carolina's home kitchen. Every Saturday night on Facebook Live. Watch at facebook.com/illuminateob ────────── Oak Bluffs Library is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://oakbluffs.zoom.us/j/92442593354?pwd=T1JQMTZwWmFoMStoV0J6WldRZGZ6dz09 Meeting ID: 924 4259 3354 … Read More

Maritime Reads

Have your cup of coffee while you listen to our Reference Librarian, Nina Ferry, read harrowing sea tales from our Maritime Collection. The collection is housed on the second floor of the library and does circulate. See more about our special collections on our website - https://oakbluffslibrary.org/services/special-collections/Readings will be pre-recorded and posted to our facebook … Read More

Kayaking- Postponed to Monday 9/13/21 at 10 am

Postponed from Wednesday Sept 8th due to wind, Join the library and Island Spirit Kayak for a morning of water safety, while paddling Sengekontacket.  No experience? No problem, consider this a brief introduction to kayaking! This is an active program. Participants may get wet and must bring appropriate clothing and supplies such as sunscreen and a … Read More