Need something fun to do to break up the week. Come to the library and see a popular musical-documentary on our big screen. It is just like being at the movies!
This Thursday, October 29 at 6:00 PM, we will show a hilarious and inspiring documentary about a senior citizen's choir from Western Massachusetts.
Rated PG
Refreshments will be served.
Please call the library to learn the movie's title.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Fall Newsletter - Now Available!
Learn about new library services, events and news by reading our fall newsletter - Books & Beyond.
The most recent issue is now available for your reading pleasure. Pick up a copy at the library today or view it online - Fall 2009 - Volume 1, Issue 4
The most recent issue is now available for your reading pleasure. Pick up a copy at the library today or view it online - Fall 2009 - Volume 1, Issue 4
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Library Announces New Hours
Beginning November 3, Oak Bluffs Public Library will be open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Thursday 10:00AM - 8:00PM; and Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
Proposed by the town as a cost saving measure, the new hours have been approved by the Library Board of Trustees. Shorter by one hour, the new schedule streamlines staffing and provides two additional evenings of library access.
Call 508-693-9433 for more information.
Proposed by the town as a cost saving measure, the new hours have been approved by the Library Board of Trustees. Shorter by one hour, the new schedule streamlines staffing and provides two additional evenings of library access.
Call 508-693-9433 for more information.
Tuesday, October 06, 2009
Upcoming Author Visits, Movies and Lectures @ Your Library
A wide variety of community programs are being planned for the fall months and it is all because of your feedback! A recent library survey revealed a strong community interest in health & wellness, home & gardening, local history, cooking, author visits, arts & crafts and computers. The library’s future programs will attempt to meet these areas of community interest.
Please visit our website www.oakbluffslibrary.org to learn about events and signup to receive email updates for upcoming programs.
Coming Soon to the Oak Bluffs Public Library:
Thursday, October 15 at 6:30 PM - Author Visit by John Hough Jr.
Read a review of his latest book, Seen The Glory: A Novel of the Battle of Gettysburg
Thursday, October 22 at 6:00 PM - "The Flu and You" by Nicole Barlett
Thursday, November 3 at 6:00 PM - Movie Night (Documentary / Musical & Performance)
Thursday, November 12 at 6:00 PM - Poetry Reading by Dan Waters
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Free Grant Funding Workshop - How to Approach a Foundation
Attention grant seekers:
On Thursday, September 10 at 6:00 PM a free grant funding workshop will be taking place at the Oak Bluffs Public Library. “How to Approach a Foundation”, is a workshop for grant seekers that have identified potential funding organizations and want to learn how to effectively approach and communicate with foundations. Space is limited and sign up is required. Please call the library at 508-693-9433 to sign up and for additional information.
This workshop is a part of the Grant Resource Network: Martha’s Vineyard, made possible by the collaboration of Associated Grant Makers of Massachusetts (AGM), The Oak Bluffs Public Library (OBPL), and the Martha’s Vineyard Donor Collaborative (MVDC), and a grant from the Peter and Elizabeth C. Tower Foundation. Learn more about the grant seeking resources available through the Grant Resource Network: Martha’s Vineyard by contacting the MVDC or OBPL, or by visiting:Grant Resource Network: Martha's Vineyard.
Workshop presented by Judith Margolin, Vice President for Planning and Evaluation at the Foundation Center.
Judith Margolin's Bio:
Judith Margolin is Vice President for Planning and Evaluation at the Foundation Center, the nation’s leading authority on philanthropy. She has devoted most of her career to foundations and philanthropy. She is the author of several books, including The Individual’s Guide to Grants and Financing a College Education and has served as editor of multiple editions of the Center’s monographs, including Foundation Fundamentals, Guide to Proposal Writing, and The Grantseeker’s Guide to Winning Proposals.
Friday, August 14, 2009
Article Lists 100 Best Beach Books EVER!
Need some great reading ideas for the beach? Try a selection from this NPR article listing the "best beach books ever", as voted on by NPR readers:
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=106983620
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=106983620
Saturday, August 08, 2009
Save Money - Use Your Local Library
Want to see how much money you can save by using your local library? Try using this Value of Library Service Calculator to add up your savings!
Remember...at the library you can:
Borrow the most popular DVDs, Music CDs, audiobooks, novels, non-fiction books.
Enjoy FREE entertaining and educational library programs (for all ages)!
Receive homework and research assistance.
Learn a new language.
Research your family's genealogy.
Learn about local history.
Use and borrow lifelong learning resources.
Download books and music to your MP3 Player.
Use the public computers or your personal laptop to surf the Web.
Research grants for individuals or organizations.
And much more...
Remember...at the library you can:
Borrow the most popular DVDs, Music CDs, audiobooks, novels, non-fiction books.
Enjoy FREE entertaining and educational library programs (for all ages)!
Receive homework and research assistance.
Learn a new language.
Research your family's genealogy.
Learn about local history.
Use and borrow lifelong learning resources.
Download books and music to your MP3 Player.
Use the public computers or your personal laptop to surf the Web.
Research grants for individuals or organizations.
And much more...
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
New Books, DVDs, Audiobooks and More for Lifelong Learners!
Do you want to learn a new skill or hobby? Are you interested in learning more about an important life issue such as health & wellness, finances, or finding jobs & volunteer opportunities? Or do you want to borrow the newest DVDs, Audiobooks, and Large Print materials?
If you answered yes to any of these questions then come to the library to see a display of the latest library materials for lifelong learners! A list of the materials will soon be added to the library's lifelong learners web page.
Many of these new library materials were purchased using grant funding through the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners with funds from LSTA (Library Services and Technology Act), a Federal source of library funding provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
If you answered yes to any of these questions then come to the library to see a display of the latest library materials for lifelong learners! A list of the materials will soon be added to the library's lifelong learners web page.
Many of these new library materials were purchased using grant funding through the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners with funds from LSTA (Library Services and Technology Act), a Federal source of library funding provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Friday, July 24, 2009
Author Visits, Guest Speakers, Presentations and Art Exhibits!
The library offers a variety of interesting events for all ages. Please join us for a program soon! You can learn about upcoming library events and programs by reading the library's online events calendar.
See pictures of recent events that have been happening at your library by visiting the library's flickr account!
See pictures of recent events that have been happening at your library by visiting the library's flickr account!
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Della Hardman Day 2009 Events!
Fri, July 24 - Sunset Concert, The Spirituals Choir, Jim Thomas, director, East Chop Lighthouse 7 p.m.
Fri, July 24 - 'Savor the Moment' High School Essay Contest Winners announced
Sat, July 25 - 'Savor the Moment' Photo Exhibit & Reception, Oak Bluffs Public Library, 2 p.m.
Sat, July 25 - 'Savor the Moment' 2010 Calendar published by Oak Bluffs Public Library
Sat, July 25 - A Jazz Tribute to President Obama, Ocean Park, 4 p.m.
Mon, Aug 3 - 'Savor the Moment' Della Hardman Day Prize, All Island Art Show, The Tabernacle
ALL EVENTS ARE FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Don't miss....A JAZZ TRIBUTE TO PRESIDENT OBAMA! Words & Music by Columbia Law School professor PATRICIA WILLIAMS, columnist, The Nation, & saxophonist OLIVER LAKE, composer and painter. Saturday, July 25, Ocean Park at 4 p.m.
More information about Della Hardman Day:
This is the fifth annual Della Hardman Day, a festival celebrating the arts, diversity and a zest for living on the magical island of Martha's Vineyard. Della Hardman (1922-2005), an artist, educator and writer, began visiting the Vineyard at age 3 and was a year round resident from 1986. She loved the island and its people and became a community activist and Vineyard Gazette columnist who encouraged everyone to 'savor the moment!'
The event, sponsored by the the Town of Oak Bluffs, began in 2005 when Dr. Della Hardman’s former West Virginia State U. students honored her with a weekend tribute.
Fri, July 24 - 'Savor the Moment' High School Essay Contest Winners announced
Sat, July 25 - 'Savor the Moment' Photo Exhibit & Reception, Oak Bluffs Public Library, 2 p.m.
Sat, July 25 - 'Savor the Moment' 2010 Calendar published by Oak Bluffs Public Library
Sat, July 25 - A Jazz Tribute to President Obama, Ocean Park, 4 p.m.
Mon, Aug 3 - 'Savor the Moment' Della Hardman Day Prize, All Island Art Show, The Tabernacle
ALL EVENTS ARE FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Don't miss....A JAZZ TRIBUTE TO PRESIDENT OBAMA! Words & Music by Columbia Law School professor PATRICIA WILLIAMS, columnist, The Nation, & saxophonist OLIVER LAKE, composer and painter. Saturday, July 25, Ocean Park at 4 p.m.
More information about Della Hardman Day:
This is the fifth annual Della Hardman Day, a festival celebrating the arts, diversity and a zest for living on the magical island of Martha's Vineyard. Della Hardman (1922-2005), an artist, educator and writer, began visiting the Vineyard at age 3 and was a year round resident from 1986. She loved the island and its people and became a community activist and Vineyard Gazette columnist who encouraged everyone to 'savor the moment!'
The event, sponsored by the the Town of Oak Bluffs, began in 2005 when Dr. Della Hardman’s former West Virginia State U. students honored her with a weekend tribute.
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