Though our library building remains closed to the public,
OUR DIGITAL SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE 24/7
CONTACTLESS HOLDS PICK-UP WILL BE AVAILABLE STARTING
MONDAY, JUNE 15
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A Message From MVLA and the Library
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The Edgartown Library's book drop is now open for patrons. Due dates for all currently checked out items have been extended through June 30th, and there is no need to return items immediately. All Martha’s Vineyard libraries are fine free, and no late charges will accrue.
Martha’s Vineyard public libraries are committed to the health and safety of our staff and the public, and have worked closely with local Boards of Health, and following local and professional guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19 to develop an island-wide plan to resume library services in phases. When contactless pickup begins, library buildings will remain closed to the public, and all in-person public programs and meetings are suspended until further notice.
For library patrons who may continue to feel safer staying home, all libraries will continue to offer you digital materials, services, programs and support.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we adjust library services to serve you as safely as conditions allow.
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AVAILABLE SERVICES:
UNAVAILABLE SERVICES:
- Circulation of items such as musical instruments and kits
- Public use of the building, including:
- Browsing
- Printing/Faxing
- Computer use
- In-person programs
- Restrooms
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We’ve expanded our reach! Free WiFi can now be accessed from our big parking lot, in order to allow our patrons to access the internet while practicing social distancing guidelines.
No password or library card number is required.
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The new Cape & Islands Libraries Automated Materials Sharing app has just launched! Take a tour of the app with Chris by clicking on the video.
The new CLAMS app lets you browse collections, view upcoming programs, manage your account, and more. It also includes special features like integrated NYT bestseller lists, coming soon titles, and it can even act as a digital library card.
Plus, it's a great way to place holds for contactless pickup!
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Fridays: June 12, 19, and 28
7pm - 9pm
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Tired of playing all your Magic the Gathering games against your pets? Do you need some fresh opponents who don't already know all of your tricks? Join us on Fridays from 7pm - 9pm on the Edgartown Library's Magic the Gathering Discord server. Meet new and old friends alike on the battlefield as we play all manner of formats and competitive levels. Players of all ages are welcome to join.
Follow
this link
to join the server and start having fun.
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An evening of original poetry showcases gems from the Edgartown sessions of Donald Nitchie’s popular writing workshop.
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Sundays: June 14, 21, and 28
9am
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Certified yoga instructor Jelisa Difo leads a weekly online class in Restorative Yoga, a practice that allows you to slow down, restore and relax your body through passive stretching. During the long holds of restful poses, your muscles are allowed to release tension and welcome deep relaxation into the body and mind. No experience or flexibility required.
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Local historian, Thomas Dresser, will present his newest book,
The Rise of Tourism on Martha's Vineyard
, in a live Zoom event for the Edgartown Library.
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Join chef and food blogger, Marnely Murray and four of our favorite Island chefs in the Edgartown Library Zoom room for a wide-ranging conversation about everything FOOD! You can submit your questions, learn, have fun, and get hungry, all at the same time.
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A series of lectures/presentations on a variety of subjects to satisfy your craving for the answers. We’ve contacted a group of experts in wide-reaching fields to help you “peel the onion”, ranging from local bird watching to pre-Roman archaeology, opera to photography.
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Beginning Birdwatching:
How to Observe and Identify Birds
Thursday, June 18
7pm
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In this presentation, wildlife biologist Luanne Johnson will provide tips to help people get started birdwatching. She'll discuss binoculars and field guides, then move into how you can practice finding birds, viewing them in your binoculars, and which parts of the bird are most important to bird identification.
Luanne Johnson is the Director of BiodiversityWorks, a Martha's Vineyard non-profit dedicated to biodiversity conservation. She has been a wildlife biologist for over 25 years, studying a variety of wildlife, but birds remain her primary passion since she observed her first piping plover here in 1992. Johnson will be assisted by avian photographer and international birdwatcher Lanny McDowell.
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Something Fishy:
Nelson Sigelman and Fishing Pals Talk Fishing
Wednesday, June 24
7pm
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Join Nelson Sigelman, writer and outdoorsman, in Edgartown Library's Zoom room for a free-reeling conversation with some of his fishing pals. Fishing on the Vineyard is one of life's greatest pleasures (depending on what's biting), but who realized it's also one of the most enjoyable ways to social distance? After an hour with this crew you'll want to pick up a rod and hit the beach. Laugh, learn, fish!
With guests:
Cooper "Coop" Gilkes
, owner of Coop's tackle shop and a legendary Island fisherman known for his humor, story-telling, and generosity with his expertise.
Kristy Rose
, administrative assistant to the Edgartown board of selectman and an enthusiastic newcomer to the sport of saltwater fly fishing. Kristy is the smiling face behind the desk at the MV Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby weigh station where she is affectionately known as "the computer lady".
John Custer
of Vineyard Haven, as well as Tisbury School principal, is the president of the MV Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby. John's responsibilities don't leave him much time for fishing, but he is highly respected for his leadership and fishing skills.
Moderator
Nelson Sigelman
is the author of
Martha’s Vineyard Outdoors, Fishing, Hunting and Avoiding Divorce on a Small Island
, and
Martha's Vineyard Fish Tales: How to Catch Fish, Rake Clams, and Jig Squid, with Entertaining Tales About the Sometimes Crazy Pursuit of Fish
.
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An evening of jazz standards and improvisation from the keyboard of Jeremy Berlin. Best known for his playing with the popular party band, Johnny Hoy and the Blue Fish, Berlin is a jazzman at heart. Relax on your deck or lush out in your living room and enjoy his dazzling playing live via Zoom.
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Miss the Edgartown Library movie series? Until the day comes when we can enjoy films together again on the library’s big screen, we’re having a monthly virtual film group. View our movie of the month (free on
Kanopy
or
Hoopla
) and we’ll meet to discuss it, via Zoom. You’ll have time to watch the film at least once before we meet. Bring your impressions, opinions, and a snack! Virginia Munro will choose the films and facilitate the group.
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June’s movie is
The Mill and the Cross
(2011) Inspired by Pieter Bruegel’s painting “The Way to Calvary,” visionary director Lech Majewski creates a fascinating dreamscape that melds art, history, and religion with the daily joys and struggles of ordinary people. In English, the film runs 97 minutes. Available on
Kanopy
. Drop us an email at
programs@edgartownlibrary.org
to sign up, and we’ll send you a link to the group.
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There are several digital services you have access to as an Edgartown Library patron, and as a Massachusetts resident. From listening to audiobooks, to streaming Oscar winning films, to getting free access to the New York Times online, check it all out below.
All you need is your library card number and PIN (if you need a reset or reminder of your library card information, just give us a call
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Kanopy showcases more than
30,000 titles, including award-winning documentaries, acclaimed films, independent and foreign cinema, rare and hard-to-find titles, and
classic films.
To see a short video tutorial on how to use Kanopy on your computer, click
here.
To see a short video tutorial on how to use the Kanopy app, click
here.
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Hoopla
Streaming Movies, TV Shows, Music, Comics, eBooks, & more
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Hoopla is a digital media service that allows you to enjoy movies, music, audiobooks, eBooks, comics and TV shows on your computer, tablet or phone, and even on your TV. With no waiting, titles can be streamed immediately, or downloaded to phones or tablets for offline enjoyment later.
To see a short video tutorial on how to use Hoopla on your computer, click
here.
To see a short video tutorial on how to use the Hoopla app, click
here.
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Libby by Overdrive
Audiobooks, eBooks,
Magazines, and more
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Edgartown Public Library is proud to offer you best-selling and classic ebooks, digital audiobooks, magazines, and streaming video, all available 24/7 from the library’s digital collection.
To see a short video tutorial on how to use the Libby app, click
here.
To see a short video tutorial on how to use Overdrive, click
here.
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Whether you have a cultural curiosity or a linguistic ambition, Mango's website and mobile app can help you learn more than 70 world languages. And for any kids wanting to learn a language, we now offer
Little Pim!
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Boston
Public
Library
Online Resources
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Any Massachusetts resident can sign up for a free Boston Public Library eCard, which gets you access to tons of free digital resources like the Jazz Music Library, National Geographic Virtual Library, Lynda.com, and more.
See all of BPL's online resources
here
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Little Pim
Language learning for kids
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Now added to Mango Languages is Little Pim, language learning for kids! Get instant access to videos in 12 languages, printable lessons, and fun activities.
Use your CLAMS library card number and PIN to login
here.
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Ancestry
Now available from home!
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The Edgartown Library is pleased to announce that Ancestry.com, the popular genealogy research database, can now be accessed at home.
Use your CLAMS library card number and PIN to login
here.
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New York Times
Free online access with your Edgartown Library card
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You can now access the New York Times online for free. Simply click
here
and enter the code
c59d2806040934a2
, then create a username and password.
Use that information to "Log In" upon every future visit to
www.nytimes.com
or when using the app.
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Missing your daily dose of the crossword puzzle? Please email us at
info@edgartownlibrary.org
, and we'll do our best to assist you remotely. Starting on Monday, June 15th, printed puzzles will be available in our contactless pickup area.
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In our continuing efforts to provide our patrons with access to quality library services, the Edgartown Library has created the option to receive a temporary library card. This card will grant you access to all the above resources, including Libby, Kanopy, Hoopla, Mango, Little Pim, and the New York Times online.
Fill out the application below, download it, and email it to us at
info@edgartownlibrary.org
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Cards will be valid until June 30, 2020. ID is not required at this time, but upon re-opening, we will request ID in order to convert your temporary card into a permanent card. If you need any assistance, please email us at
info@edgartownlibrary.org
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Sign up for a one-on-one session with our tech savvy library staff, and upgrade your tech literacy. You can learn how to access e-books, audio books, language learning software and streaming movies, all with the power of your library card, all for free. Sessions are available every Tuesday-Saturday afternoon.
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Trash Panda's Quarantine Food Blog
Get meal ideas using existing ingredients
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Feast your eyes on Library Assistant Chris Look's many meal creations on his food blog. Follow his alter ego, Trash Panda, as he spruces up leftovers, digs all the way to the back of his fridge and cabinets, and talks at length about how much he loves eating. Explore techniques for using what you have on hand to create tasty and fulfilling dishes at home.
Feeling overwhelmed and don't know what to cook with what you've got? Send Trash Panda a list of ingredients or a picture of your fridge or cupboards, and get personalized advice on creating something delicious. Email him at trashpandaepl@gmail.com with all of your food questions.
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Have Library Card, Will Travel
Travel blog
with Kerith
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Join Library Assistant Kerith as she looks through photo albums and revisits her adventures around the world. She'll be listing books, movies, music, and other resources that draw upon memories of these special places. All materials highlighted are available to you with your CLAMS card!
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Space Adventure Book Club
Tuesdays, 1pm - 3pm
*ending June 23
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Join Captain Chris on the UCP Schmorgenborgen *of dealth* for a fun romp through the multiverse, now featuring online play. Using the power of the internet, and our friends at Roll20, we will be able to continue our mission to explore the worlds created by our favorite authors.
New to the crew? No problem. Everyone ages 10-16 is welcome, and character creation takes mere minutes. Just follow
this sign-up link
to create your Roll20 account and get into the game. We will also be using
Discord
for voice chat if you'd like to sign-up for that as well.
*Please note that the last session for this campaign will be on June 23. Then on June 30 begins a whole new RPG, check it out below!
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Fae Re-Tales
Tuesdays, 1pm - 3pm
*starting June 30
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oin us each week as we dive into the pages of classic faerie tale stories. Transform yourself into a Faerie and take part in the plot with all of the familiar characters you know and love. Each week we will explore a different book, but be aware, everything is not always how it seems. Our paperbound friends will need YOUR help to fulfill their destinies.
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Dungeons
&
Dragons
Thursdays
3pm - 5pm
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Jump into adventure with the Edgartown Public Library's new young adult D&D program. Explore mysterious parts of the Island, never before seen by tourist or local eyes. Become a hero, and protect your peace using all of your considerable skills and weaponry. Find out more on the library's Discord server
here
, and by emailing Chris at
clook@clamsnet.org
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- Live storytimes
- DIY tutorials
- Craft ideas
- Updates about our gecko Seamora
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Summer Reading 2020
(virtual program)
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This year, our summer reading program has gone virtual! After signing up, participants will be able to call the library to schedule a time to pick up their Summer Reading kit at the library. All readers will keep track of their own books, but we'd love to hear from you! We encourage you to keep in touch and let us know how your summer reading is going by emailing us at
edgsummerreading@gmail.com.
For any questions, please email us at the above address or call 508-627-4221.
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Census results impact our community every day by helping to shape federal funding for things like local schools, roadway construction, library funding, support for families in need, and more.
Watch the video above for a quick overview.
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email: info@edgartownlibrary.org
website: edgartownlibrary.org
phone: 508.627.4221
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