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Scavenger Hunt
Receive up a scavenger hunt checklist at the library (or from the website) and search storefront windows on Circuit Ave. to find the images! This year's theme is animal tails!
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4 events,
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
Outdoor Yoga Class with Hallie Brevetti
Outdoor Yoga Class with Hallie Brevetti
Join us for yoga on the side lawn by the gazebo with yoga instructor Hallie Brevetti.
4 events,
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
[CANCELLED] Online Poetry Workshop
[CANCELLED] Online Poetry Workshop
This event has been cancelled by the presenter. Poetry Drop-in classes: where we read and discuss two or more poems, then use those poems as models for in-class writing exercises (which are then read out loud but that is optional). Artists have their life drawing classes—why can’t writers have a similar kind of thing? Poetry … Read More
6 events,
Fishing With Jonathan
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
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
Library Friends of Oak Bluffs
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
4 events,
How was “Old Ironsides” Built?
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
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
3 events,
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
Virtual Cooking with Carolina
Virtual Cooking with Carolina
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
1 event,
Maritime Reads
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
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3 events,
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
7 events,
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
Curbside crafts -Tinfoil boats
Curbside crafts -Tinfoil boats
Available for pick-up while supplies last! Part of our 5th annual Maritime Month in honor of Gordon Goodwin.
Author Talk: Diana L. Haemer Ocean Poems
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
Cottage City Historic District
Cottage City Historic District
For more information about this monthly meeting, please contact Alexa ArietaBuilding Office AdministratorTown of Oak BluffsPO Box 1327Oak Bluffs, MA 02557508-693-3554 Ext 123buildingadmin@oakbluffsma.gov
8 events,
Fishing With Jonathan
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
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
Planning Board
Planning Board
Semi-monthly Planning Board meeting. For more information, contact Kim Leaird Administrator to the Planning Board of Oak Bluffs Oak Bluffs Town Hall 56 School St. Oak Bluffs, MA 02557 (508) 693-3554 x154
Outdoor Yoga Class with Hallie Brevetti
Outdoor Yoga Class with Hallie Brevetti
Join us for yoga on the side lawn by the gazebo with yoga instructor Hallie Brevetti. Hallie Brevetti is an actress, singer, dancer and yoga teacher based in New York City. She dabbles in choreography, directing, and teaching theatre for all ages. Growing up in Teaneck, NJ as the daughter of a dancer, she was … Read More
6 events,
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
4 events,
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Teen Summer Reading Program 2021
Sign up for summer reading on Beanstack (oakbluffslibrary.beanstack.org) and come by the library to pick up a sign up goodie bag! Log at least 20 minutes per week on Beanstack to be automatically entered into our weekly gift card giveaways. Complete the summer reading program when you've reached 9 hours of reading, then stop by … Read More
Local Legend – Vanessa the Sea Serpent
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
Virtual Cooking with Carolina
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
1 event,
Maritime Reads
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
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Kayaking- Postponed to Monday 9/13/21 at 10 am
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
7 events,
Oak Bluffs Board of Health
Oak Bluffs Board of Health
For more information about this semi-monthly meeting, please contactMeegan LancasterOak Bluffs Health Agentmlancaster@oakbluffsma.gov508-693-3554 x127
Oak Bluffs Board of Health – ZOOM
Oak Bluffs Board of Health – ZOOM
For more information about this semi-monthly meeting, please contactMeegan LancasterOak Bluffs Health Agentmlancaster@oakbluffsma.gov508-693-3554 x127
Oak Bluffs Board of Health
Oak Bluffs Board of Health
For more information about this semi-monthly meeting, please contactMeegan LancasterOak Bluffs Health Agentmlancaster@oakbluffsma.gov508-693-3554 x127
Scavenger Hunt -Maritime edition
Scavenger Hunt -Maritime edition
Do you have your detective hat on? Search the grounds of the library to find boat related pictures. Find them all to win a small prize! This is an outside event and will be available until 4 pm, join us when you can. In the event of inclement weather, we will host the scavenger hunt … Read More
5 events,
Summer Reading Final Prize drawing!
Summer Reading Final Prize drawing!
The end of the Tales and Tails challenge is here! Today, the Children's Room will hold the final drawing for our Summer Reading grand prize - A new backpack full of books curated to the reader's interests :-) We will notify the winner via email or phone call. Good luck and thank you for participating … Read More
Curbside Crafts- Turtle Magnets!
Curbside Crafts- Turtle Magnets!
Available for pick-up while supplies last! Part of our 5th annual Maritime Month in honor of Gordon Goodwin.
Oak Bluffs Historic Commission
Oak Bluffs Historic Commission
Monthly meeting. for more information, please contact Pam Melrose at pmelrose@capecod.net.
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Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
For more information about this meeting, please contact: Robert Culbert, Administrator Oak Bluffs Zoning Board of Appeals P.O. Box 1327 Oak Bluffs, MA 02557Phone: 508-693-3554 zbaadmin@oakbluffsma.gov
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Navy Men- archives from USS Constitution Museum
Navy Men- archives from USS Constitution Museum
Listen to Carl Herzog, Public Historian at the USS Constitution Museum in Boston, as he shares one of his favorite objects in the archives. Lt. Peter Turner’s Watch, Quarter, & Station Bill describes life at sea and the details of the navy men onboard Old Ironsides. Also shown is an early daguerreotype, believed to be … Read More
1 event,
Virtual Cooking with Carolina
Virtual Cooking with Carolina
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
1 event,
Maritime Reads
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
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0 events,
1 event,
Curbside Crafts- Curious George boats!
Curbside Crafts- Curious George boats!
Available for pick-up while supplies last! Part of our 5th annual Maritime Month in honor of Gordon Goodwin.
5 events,
Shellfish Seeding & Protecting MV
Shellfish Seeding & Protecting MV
An action-packed morning helping Emma Green-Beech, Director of MV Shellfish Group and Chuck Fisher, OB Shellfish Constable, to seed Sengekontacket for future shellfishing. This active program will require walking and have participants wading in the water up to their waist. Please dress appropriately, including water shoes and gloves that can get wet, as the shells are … Read More
Planning Board
Planning Board
Semi-monthly Planning Board meeting. For more information, contact Kim Leaird Administrator to the Planning Board of Oak Bluffs Oak Bluffs Town Hall 56 School St. Oak Bluffs, MA 02557 (508) 693-3554 x154
Climate Week Author Talk with Daniel Sherrell, Author of Warmth
Climate Week Author Talk with Daniel Sherrell, Author of Warmth
Join Wellfleet Library for a Climate Week conversation with Daniel Sherrell, author of Warmth: Coming of Age at the End of Our World. Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkd-ytrTwqGdy1dX5oKMyMXKzFqNEIvnGbQuestions? Contact jennifer.wertkin@wellfleet-ma.gov
3 events,
Book Discussion: How to Prepare for Climate Change
Book Discussion: How to Prepare for Climate Change
Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gWQTbk_-RdyWJ6_0YIgwYQ Maybe you’re liberal, maybe you’re conservative. Maybe you think the climate crisis is man-made, maybe you don’t. Maybe you think the whole thing is a Chinese hoax.It doesn’t matter. The time for bickering is long gone. The world is getting hotter, natural systems are going haywire, and you should begin to prepare.Most people assume … Read More
2 events,
Virtual Cooking with Carolina
Virtual Cooking with Carolina
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
2 events,
Maritime Reads
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
3 events,
State of the Coast: Future climate-driven risks and their solutions on the Islands
State of the Coast: Future climate-driven risks and their solutions on the Islands
Register in advance for this webinar:https://thetrustees.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ojdkJQuZSwq_i0cY1tr_xgState of the Coast: Future climate-driven risks and their solutions on the IslandsJoin The Trustees of Reservations and the public libraries in Vineyard Haven and Edgartown on September 27 (5:30-6:30pm) to hear from the lead author of the second annual “State of the Coast” report. The report details many of … Read More
Climate Preparedness Week Virtual Panel Discussion
Climate Preparedness Week Virtual Panel Discussion
Registration required: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAuduurqzosE9JiduCJK5wxQtOQAjXJrtRe%20CREW will be hosting a virtual panel discussion dialogue with several organizations regarding how extreme weather impacts humans' physical and mental health, New England's dependence on fossil fuels, its connection to climate change, what a clean energy future could look like, and political action that several groups are taking on behalf of their communities to mitigate climate change. … Read More
3 events,
Why Trees Matter in a Changing Climate
Why Trees Matter in a Changing Climate
A collaboration with Speak for the Trees and CREW to discuss the importance of urban forests to combat climate change impacts such as extreme heat.Link to sign up below:LINKDavid (pronounced Dah-veed) Meshoulam, PhD co-founded Speak for the Trees in 2018. Formally trained as a science educator, his work has focused on ways to increase youth and adults' … Read More
5 events,
Curbside Crafts- Treasure Map!
Curbside Crafts- Treasure Map!
Available for pick-up while supplies last! Part of our 5th annual Maritime Month in honor of Gordon Goodwin.
How To: Emergency Preparedness Kits
How To: Emergency Preparedness Kits
Join Carolina on Zoom to learn how to put together an emergency preparedness kit and be ready for our next extreme weather event. Prepare to take notes, but a handout will also be provided. Contact ccooney@clamsnet.org for more info.Liz Durkee, Martha's Vineyard Commission's Climate Change Planner, will guest star to talk about how the MVC … Read More
The Effects of Climate Change on the Ocean and Human Well-Being: How Do We Respond?
The Effects of Climate Change on the Ocean and Human Well-Being: How Do We Respond?
Dr. Aaron Hartmann will lead the discussion on why/how we can respond to the changing of the weather and how climate change affects the Ocean, and CREW will lead the discussion on how climate change affects human beings.To register for the virtual event , see below: LINKDr. Aaron Hartmann a marine biologist and conservation ecologist working to reverse … Read More