A credible, evidence-based program developed by Stanford University with broad experience and demonstrated results in a variety of settings, populations and chronic conditions. This course aims to address the specific concerns of those living with chronic health conditions such as: High Blood pressure, high cholesterol, arthritis, cancer, chronic pain, chronic fatigue, diabetes, and Parkinson’s. Friends, … 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
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
Join us for a walk around East Chop! We'll start at the library's Pacific Avenue entrance at 8:15am. We'll walk up Pacific Avenue, continue to Washington Park (near Our Market), then continue past the beach club and around the Chop. Walk is approximately 4 miles and will take about an hour and a half. Ground … Read More
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.
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
When playing with toys for building things, children learn while having fun. Creativity, problem solving, spatial reasoning, and teamwork are skills your child can learn while playing with Lego bricks, Duplos, or Mega Bloks. Drop in anytime between 3 to 4:30 pm. Open to kids of all ages.
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 local historian Tom Dresser for a fun, informative & not-at-all-scary cemetery tour.We will meet outside at Pacific Avenue entrance (cemetery-facing side) of the Oak Bluffs library. Tour takes about an hour and is about a mile in distance. Weather dependent. Call 508-693-9433 or email hburbidge@clamsnet.org for more information.2023 Dates:May 13thJune 10thJuly 1stAugust 19thSeptember 9th
Join us for energetic, song-filled storytimes! Geared to ages 1.5- 5 years old but all ages are welcome. Outside on the library lawn. Rain location inside the children's room.
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
Come join Chess Club at its new home at the Oak Bluffs Library! Chess is more popular now than ever. Are you looking for a partner, a challenge, a new move? Come and play at the library with a dedicated group of chess lovers in this fun and welcoming environment.Email amcdonough@clamsnet.org, or tthorpe@clamsnet.org for more information.
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
Join us for a walk around East Chop! We'll start at the library's Pacific Avenue entrance at 8:15am. We'll walk up Pacific Avenue, continue to Washington Park (near Our Market), then continue past the beach club and around the Chop. Walk is approximately 4 miles and will take about an hour and a half. Ground … Read More
The Steering Committee meets at 2pm on the first Wednesday 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 Wednesday of the month). Contact "Library Friends of Oak Bluffs" at:LibraryFriendsOB@gmail.com orLibrary Friends of Oak … 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+
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+
Come enjoy watching your kids be creative and solve problems! Play is the primary way kids learn and express themselves. For ages 2-6. Drop in between 10am-noon.
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
When playing with toys for building things, children learn while having fun. Creativity, problem solving, spatial reasoning, and teamwork are skills your child can learn while playing with Lego bricks, Duplos, or Mega Bloks. Drop in anytime between 3 to 4:30 pm. Open to kids of all ages.
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
Join Deb Dunn, M. Ed. for her talk based on years of experience and current research. Take home practical tips to help your child thrive as a reader. For parents, caregivers, family members, etc. of children ages 0-9 (and older!). All are welcome.
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 us for energetic, song-filled storytimes! Geared to ages 1.5- 5 years old but all ages are welcome. Outside on the library lawn. Rain location inside the children's room.
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
Come join Chess Club at its new home at the Oak Bluffs Library! Chess is more popular now than ever. Are you looking for a partner, a challenge, a new move? Come and play at the library with a dedicated group of chess lovers in this fun and welcoming environment.Email amcdonough@clamsnet.org, or tthorpe@clamsnet.org for more information.
Come enjoy watching your kids be creative and solve problems! Play is the primary way kids learn and express themselves. For ages 2-6. Drop in between 10am-noon.
A credible, evidence-based program developed by Stanford University with broad experience and demonstrated results in a variety of settings, populations and chronic conditions. This course aims to address the specific concerns of those living with chronic health conditions such as: High Blood pressure, high cholesterol, arthritis, cancer, chronic pain, chronic fatigue, diabetes, and Parkinson’s. Friends, … 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
Join us for a walk around East Chop! We'll start at the library's Pacific Avenue entrance at 8:15am. We'll walk up Pacific Avenue, continue to Washington Park (near Our Market), then continue past the beach club and around the Chop. Walk is approximately 4 miles and will take about an hour and a half. Ground … Read More
Come enjoy watching your kids be creative and solve problems! Play is the primary way kids learn and express themselves. For ages 2-6. Drop in between 10am-noon.
When playing with toys for building things, children learn while having fun. Creativity, problem solving, spatial reasoning, and teamwork are skills your child can learn while playing with Lego bricks, Duplos, or Mega Bloks. Drop in anytime between 3 to 4:30 pm. Open to kids of all ages.
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 us for energetic, song-filled storytimes! Geared to ages 1.5- 5 years old but all ages are welcome. Outside on the library lawn. Rain location inside the children's room.
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
Come join Chess Club at its new home at the Oak Bluffs Library! Chess is more popular now than ever. Are you looking for a partner, a challenge, a new move? Come and play at the library with a dedicated group of chess lovers in this fun and welcoming environment.Email amcdonough@clamsnet.org, or tthorpe@clamsnet.org for more information.
Come enjoy watching your kids be creative and solve problems! Play is the primary way kids learn and express themselves. For ages 2-6. Drop in between 10am-noon.
For those in strollers- age 8. Walk together from the library down to the harbor as we enjoy a pirate themed story. There will be a surprise when we arrive!
A credible, evidence-based program developed by Stanford University with broad experience and demonstrated results in a variety of settings, populations and chronic conditions. This course aims to address the specific concerns of those living with chronic health conditions such as: High Blood pressure, high cholesterol, arthritis, cancer, chronic pain, chronic fatigue, diabetes, and Parkinson’s. Friends, … 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
Join us for a walk around East Chop! We'll start at the library's Pacific Avenue entrance at 8:15am. We'll walk up Pacific Avenue, continue to Washington Park (near Our Market), then continue past the beach club and around the Chop. Walk is approximately 4 miles and will take about an hour and a half. Ground … Read More
Social Security Administration will be accepting applications for Social Security numbers for seasonal international workers. If you are a seasonal working person in need of getting a social security number, please bring your original foreign passport and DS-2019 (J1 form) so that we can verify your visa status with immigration. We are also available to help … Read More
Come enjoy watching your kids be creative and solve problems! Play is the primary way kids learn and express themselves. For ages 2-6. Drop in between 10am-noon.
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
When playing with toys for building things, children learn while having fun. Creativity, problem solving, spatial reasoning, and teamwork are skills your child can learn while playing with Lego bricks, Duplos, or Mega Bloks. Drop in anytime between 3 to 4:30 pm. Open to kids of all ages.
We are excited to announce The Oak Bluffs Library's Summer Lawn Series!Each Thursday from 6:00-7:00 join us on the Library's South Lawn for live, local music. Bring your beach chairs, blankets, snacks and lay out on the grass while you listen to tunes. Fun for all ages. Enjoy artists such as Delanie Pickering, Johnny Hoy, Jaywalkers, … 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
Beach BeFrienders is a collaboration with Vineyard Conservation Society, Island Libraries, Island DWP's and MV Refuse District, dedicated to tending our beloved Island beaches. Join us every 4th Saturday, from 8-10 am, where we meet to clean up an Island beach. Here's the schedule so far: May 27 - Aquinnah: Philbin June 24 - Chilmark: … 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
Join us for energetic, song-filled storytimes! Geared to ages 1.5- 5 years old but all ages are welcome. Outside on the library lawn. Rain location inside the children's room.
Come join Chess Club at its new home at the Oak Bluffs Library! Chess is more popular now than ever. Are you looking for a partner, a challenge, a new move? Come and play at the library with a dedicated group of chess lovers in this fun and welcoming environment.Email amcdonough@clamsnet.org, or tthorpe@clamsnet.org for more information.
Come enjoy watching your kids be creative and solve problems! Play is the primary way kids learn and express themselves. For ages 2-6. Drop in between 10am-noon.
A credible, evidence-based program developed by Stanford University with broad experience and demonstrated results in a variety of settings, populations and chronic conditions. This course aims to address the specific concerns of those living with chronic health conditions such as: High Blood pressure, high cholesterol, arthritis, cancer, chronic pain, chronic fatigue, diabetes, and Parkinson’s. Friends, … 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
For ages 12-18. While enjoying pizza, become a detective in this crime-solving interactive game. Search for clues in three scenes. Pre-registration required. Call the library at 508-693-9433 or email mlynch@clamsnet.org
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
Join us for a walk around East Chop! We'll start at the library's Pacific Avenue entrance at 8:15am. We'll walk up Pacific Avenue, continue to Washington Park (near Our Market), then continue past the beach club and around the Chop. Walk is approximately 4 miles and will take about an hour and a half. Ground … Read More
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
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.
Come enjoy watching your kids be creative and solve problems! Play is the primary way kids learn and express themselves. For ages 2-6. Drop in between 10am-noon.
Information on Medicare registration and health insurance options. Pre-registration encouraged but not required, call 508-693-9433 or email hburbidge@clamsnet.org
When playing with toys for building things, children learn while having fun. Creativity, problem solving, spatial reasoning, and teamwork are skills your child can learn while playing with Lego bricks, Duplos, or Mega Bloks. Drop in anytime between 3 to 4:30 pm. Open to kids of all ages.
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
We are excited to announce The Oak Bluffs Library's Summer Lawn Series!Each Thursday from 6:00-7:00 join us on the Library's South Lawn for live, local music. Bring your beach chairs, blankets, snacks and lay out on the grass while you listen to tunes. Fun for all ages. Enjoy artists such as Delanie Pickering, Johnny Hoy, Jaywalkers, … 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
Join us for energetic, song-filled storytimes! Geared to ages 1.5- 5 years old but all ages are welcome. Outside on the library lawn. Rain location inside the children's room.
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
Come join Chess Club at its new home at the Oak Bluffs Library! Chess is more popular now than ever. Are you looking for a partner, a challenge, a new move? Come and play at the library with a dedicated group of chess lovers in this fun and welcoming environment.Email amcdonough@clamsnet.org, or tthorpe@clamsnet.org for more information.
Come enjoy watching your kids be creative and solve problems! Play is the primary way kids learn and express themselves. For ages 2-6. Drop in between 10am-noon.
A credible, evidence-based program developed by Stanford University with broad experience and demonstrated results in a variety of settings, populations and chronic conditions. This course aims to address the specific concerns of those living with chronic health conditions such as: High Blood pressure, high cholesterol, arthritis, cancer, chronic pain, chronic fatigue, diabetes, and Parkinson’s. Friends, … 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
Join us for a walk around East Chop! We'll start at the library's Pacific Avenue entrance at 8:15am. We'll walk up Pacific Avenue, continue to Washington Park (near Our Market), then continue past the beach club and around the Chop. Walk is approximately 4 miles and will take about an hour and a half. Ground … Read More
The Steering Committee meets at 2pm on the first Wednesday 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 Wednesday of the month). Contact "Library Friends of Oak Bluffs" at:LibraryFriendsOB@gmail.com orLibrary Friends of Oak … Read More
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
Join us for Sankofa Festival, an annual celebration of African American literature and culture at the Oak Bluffs Library. Head to our website for full calendar events and details.SANKOFA FESTIVAL LINE UPDAY 1: Thursday, August 3rd10:30 - 11:30 Black Business In A Tourist Economy with India Rose12:00 - 1:00 Your Personal Finance1:30 - 2:30 Reiki with Master … Read More
Come enjoy watching your kids be creative and solve problems! Play is the primary way kids learn and express themselves. For ages 2-6. Drop in between 10am-noon.
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
When playing with toys for building things, children learn while having fun. Creativity, problem solving, spatial reasoning, and teamwork are skills your child can learn while playing with Lego bricks, Duplos, or Mega Bloks. Drop in anytime between 3 to 4:30 pm. Open to kids of all ages.
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
We are excited to announce The Oak Bluffs Library's Summer Lawn Series!Each Thursday from 6:00-7:00 join us on the Library's South Lawn for live, local music. Bring your beach chairs, blankets, snacks and lay out on the grass while you listen to tunes. Fun for all ages. Enjoy artists such as Delanie Pickering, Johnny Hoy, Jaywalkers, … 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
Join us for a Plant Walk starting at the Oak Bluffs Library with Alexis Nikole Nelson aka @blackforager. This walk and discussion will focus on foraging and plant identification of species found in Oak Bluffs. Alexis Nikole Nelson is an American forager, cook, and internet personality. She maintains the TikTok account alexisnikole and Instagram page … 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 us for energetic, song-filled storytimes! Geared to ages 1.5- 5 years old but all ages are welcome. Outside on the library lawn. Rain location inside the children's room.
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
A presentation put on by the Northeastern Bouve School of Health Sciences discussing Northeastern Admissions.For more information email b.byrne@northeastern.edu
In celebration of the Sankofa Festival for African American history and culture, the OB Library and the Library Friends of Oak Bluffs have arranged for a fully narrated walking tour of the Highlands Area of Oak Bluffs with the African American Heritage Trail of Martha's Vineyard. Space is very limited for this free tour, so registration … 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
Come join Chess Club at its new home at the Oak Bluffs Library! Chess is more popular now than ever. Are you looking for a partner, a challenge, a new move? Come and play at the library with a dedicated group of chess lovers in this fun and welcoming environment.Email amcdonough@clamsnet.org, or tthorpe@clamsnet.org for more information.
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
Travel Among the Cosmos with Mark Alan Lovewell and the Libraries of Martha’s Vineyard Join veteran stargazer Mark Alan Lovewell and discover the wonders of the cosmos in our summer night sky. Meet at the Riverhead Field Disc Golf on Barnes Road. Writer, photographer, and folk singer Mark Alan Lovewell, a Renaissance man of many … Read More