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Open ASL Practice Group

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

Civil War and Reconstruction: A Virtual Tour with the National Constitution Center

Join us for a live virtual tour of the Slavery and Reconstruction exhibit at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. We'll explore their exhibit, Civil War and Reconstruction: The Battle for Freedom and Equality, as a museum educator leads us through the exhibit. Learn how constitutional clashes over slavery set the stage for the Civil … Read More

Cooking with Brent

Learn, cook, and laugh alongside one of the island's premiere chefs, Brent Turner. Before coming to the island, Brent cooked in restaurants and worked on farms all over the North East before starting his own catering company on the South Shore. He now lives and works here on-island, as the head chef for Rosewater Market in … Read More

StoryWalk Celebrating Black History Month

Come join us for an indoor StoryWalk of the book When the Schools Shut Down by Yolanda Gladden and Dr. Tamara Pizzoli. This book is a “true and empowering story of how Yolanda, her family, and her community banded together to continue learning, knowing, and growing while fighting for their right to an equal education … Read More

Storytime

Join us for energetic, song-filled storytimes!  Suggested for Ages 1.5- 5First come first serve!

Writing Through Workshop: Sharing Your Thoughts Through Poetry and Prose

Council on Aging, 1042 State Rd, West Tisbury, MA 02575, USA

Writing Through is a 5-session creative writing program led by founder, Sue Guiney. This international non-profit program uses creative writing as a tool to develop thinking skills, self-esteem and enhance each individual's voice. Registration is required, contact coa-staff@westtisbury-ma.govA transportation option is available for down-island residents that would like to participate in this program at Howes House. For transportation questions … Read More

Handmade Creations

For ages 10-14. Explore arts and crafts with your friends. Some options include: painting rocks, collaging, slime making, knitting, beading, sewing, and preparing food with simple recipes.  Feel free to reach out to Mary Jane at maldrich@clamsnet.org if there are specific crafts that appeal to you.

Game Night at the Barn

The Barn Bowl & Bistro, 13 Uncas Ave, Oak Bluffs, MA 02557, USA

Come join us upstairs at the Barn Bowl & Bistro for a variety of board games and socializing. We meet weekly at 7:30pm, and newcomers are always welcome.