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With colds, flu, RSV, COVID, and tummy bugs on the rise on the Cape, we want to remind you that if you're not feeling well, please take advantage of our curbside pickup of Library materials. You can pick up materials that you have reserved in advance or contact us and tell us what you'd like to borrow.
To schedule curbside pickup, just give us a call at 508-362-6636 and let us know when you want to pick up your items. We package them in a bag with your name on it, and they'll be ready for you on the cart outside the main entrance.
If you do need to come into the Library when you're not feeling well, we kindly ask that you wear a mask to protect other patrons and staff.
Thank you!
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Do you own an old house in Barnstable Village or Cummaquid? Do you want to know more about its history? If so, stop by the Library and research your house in Historic Homes and Places of Barnstable. This 18-volume set was compiled and annotated by historian Dave Crocker. Dave started with the Massachusetts Historical Commission's 1980s Historic Building Survey, which gives an overview and history of each house or building over 100 years old. Dave then added photographs, anecdotes, newspaper articles, business advertising, and more, to provide rich information on each property. Dave went practically door to door, spoke to homeowners, and made copies of the material about the home or business.
Even if you don't live in a historic home, this is a great set to browse through to learn more about the homes that line Route 6A, and, in some cases, the homes on the connecting side streets.
If you have information on or photographs of your historic home in Barnstable Village or Cummaquid, we'd love to make copies of the material to add to this set. Contact Lucy Loomis, Library Director, at 508-362-6636 or director@sturgislibrary.org for more information.
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Learn a New Trade in the New Year | |
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Boston Public Library has recently partnered with Interplay Learning to offer SkillMill for all-things maintenance training and skilled trades training courses online. SkillMill offers the opportunity to:
- Explore careers in the skilled trades including HVAC, plumbing, solar, and electrical and appliance repair.
- Gain continuing education units and prepare for certification exams like EPA 608, OSHA 10, NATE and more.
- Learn how to complete home repair projects.
A Boston Public Library e-library card and an email address are required to use this resource. To get an ecard and register for SkillMill, visit www.bpl.org/skillmill/
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Sturgis Library Featured on WCAI's The Point
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WCAI's The Point was on the road in January, and one of the stops they made was to Sturgis Library. Host Mindy Todd spoke with staff members Gabrielle Faria-Kalkanis, Jack Sheedy, and Christy Munier about the history of the Library, its important collections, and upcoming programs and events. Mindy also talked with local author Geree Hogan, author of Cape Cod Libraries: a History and Guide. To listen to the hour-long interview, visit https://www.capeandislands.org, click on PROGRAMS and then click on THE POINT.
eNewsletter readers click HERE
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In this five-part series, participants will gather weekly to read aloud, laugh, and discuss humorous essays! Drawing inspiration from the featured authors, participants who would like to, will have the opportunity to share their own comedic essays in the final gathering.
5:30pm-6:30pm on:
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Author: Jenny Slate
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Author: David Sedaris
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Author: BJ Novak
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Author: Gary Janetti
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Share a humorous essay you've written!
Registration is required. To register, email Christy at youth.adult@sturgislibrary.org
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Using the Silver Books in Genealogical Research Zoom | |
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Monday, January 29, 2024 11:00am
The Silver Books are a collection of books published by the General Society of Mayflower Descendants which document the Mayflower passengers and their descendants.
Bonnie Wade-Mucia, Director of the Silver Books Project, will discuss the Silver Books Project, its history, why they are unique, and how you can use them in your genealogy research.
Visit sturgislibrary.org/events or click HERE to register today.
If you cannot attend the live session, we plan to post a link to the Zoom recording on our website after the program. For more information, contact Gabrielle at reference@sturgislibrary.org.
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Movie Matinee with Film Critic Tim Miller:
Broadcast News
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Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 12:30pm
Join longtime Cape journalist and film critic Tim Miller for a movie matinee featuring Broadcast News. The film will be followed by a discussion about the film’s themes and audience reactions.
About the film: Broadcast News is a romantic comedy-drama about a virtuoso television news producer who has daily emotional breakdowns, a brilliant yet prickly reporter, and the latter’s charismatic but far less seasoned rival.
This film is part of a five-part film series with critic and journalist Tim Miller. This series is made possible by the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod
Visit sturgislibrary.org/events or click HERE to register today.
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Coming Black to Cape Cod with Robin Joyce Miller
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Saturday, February 17, 2024 at 1:30pm
Join artist, poet, and educator Robin Joyce Miller for a showing of her film Coming Black to Cape Cod: Black History of Cape Cod (Underground Railroad to Present).
This film features Miller's artwork and draws upon both history and her personal experience to tell the story of African American and Cape Verdean people on Cape Cod.
Some of Miller's art will be on display and the film will be followed by a short poetry recitation.
Visit sturgislibrary.org/events or click HERE to register today.
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Genealogy 101 Six-Week Course | |
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Six Saturdays in February and March from 10:00-11:30am
2/17, 2/24, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30
Interested in researching your family history and building your family tree? Join this free six-week course to learn genealogical research methods from Cape Cod Genealogical Society educator David Martin.
Saturday, February 17, 2024
General Overview of Genealogy Methods
Saturday, February 24, 2024
Immigration and Migration
Saturday, March 9, 2024
Uses of the Census
Saturday, March 16, 2024
DNA in Genealogy
Saturday, March 23, 2024
Land Deeds and Probate Research
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Breaking Through Genealogical Brick Wall
Email reference@sturgislibrary.org to register today. Registration closes on 2/3/24.
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Sturgis Library is participating in the Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival again this year by sponsoring tours of local gardens. We would love to feature yours!
Gardens can be large or small, ornamental or rustic, and they don't have to feature hydrangeas. We've sponsored gardens with perennials, vegetables, grasses, water features, views of ponds or the ocean, gardens with artwork and sculpture, and more.
On the days of the tours (this year July 6th and 8th), visitors pay $5 per garden, and tour the grounds between 10 am and 4 pm. Volunteers work at each garden collecting admission, which benefits Sturgis Library. The homeowner need not be present during the tours unless they choose to be.
For more information on participating, please contact Library Director Lucy Loomis at director@sturgislibrary.org or by calling 508-362-6636.
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Save the Date for Our Spring Gathering | |
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Sturgis Library's Spring Gathering at the Cummaquid Golf Club is back after a 5-year hiatus! Join Library Trustees, staff, friends, and neighbors as we celebrate spring, enjoy great food and drink, mix and mingle, and learn what's coming up at Sturgis Library in the year ahead. The gathering will be held on Sunday, April 7th from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. Tickets will go on sale in March, with the price TBD. A portion of the ticket price benefits Sturgis Library.
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Paper Flower Bouquet Workshop | |
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Friday, February 9, 2024 at 10:30am
Learn how to make your own flower bouquet just in time for Valentine’s Day!
All materials provided, just bring your own small vase!
This program is intended for adults.
Space is limited. Registration is required. To register, visit sturgislibrary.org/events or click here.
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Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 12:30pm
Adults are encouraged to join Children's Librarian Christy Munier for a monthly gathering honoring the brilliance of picture books and picture book art.
Each month a different children's book author and/or artist will be discussed.
This gathering will feature artist/author Cecile Metzger.
To register, email Christy at youth.adult@sturgislibrary.org
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Come and Share Your Story | |
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February 20, 2024 at 10:00am
A person's life experience is a valued asset to our community. We invite you to come, share your story, and reminisce about the Town of Barnstable and each village.
Questions? Contact Stacey Cullen at
stacey.cullen@town.barnstable.ma.us
or call 508-862-4765
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Meets every Tuesday at 5:30pm
Adults of all skill levels are invited to Sturgis Library to sharpen their skills and spark their creativity!
Writers collectively agree on a prompt and then gather weekly to share their work.
To register, email Christy at youth.adult@sturgislibrary.org
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Wampanoag Talk: 13 Moons with Darius Coombs | |
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Thursday, February 22, 2024 from 12:30-1:30
at the West Barnstable Community Building
Sponsored by Whelden, Marstons Mills, Centerville and Sturgis Libraries
Learn about the past and present tribal people of Cape Cod.
"Wampanoag people have called this land home for thousands of years. This is where we pray, honor, and respect one another and mother earth. We plant, hunt, fish, and gather nuts and berries for the proper nutrients for our bodies. Come learn how we have lived like this for many generations and what colonization meant to our culture."
-Darius Coombs
Suitable for all ages. No registration is required.
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Cornhusk Doll Craft for Kiddos | |
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Thursday, February 22, 2024 at 12:30pm
at the West Barnstable Community Building
Sponsored by Whelden, Marstons Mills, Centerville and Sturgis Libraries
While adults attend the Wampanoag Talk, kiddos can make a traditional Wampanoag doll from corn husks!
Craft is best for ages 6 and up.
Please note that although the discussion does not require registration, space and supplies for the craft are very limited.
Registration is required for the Cornhusk craft. To register, visit wheldenlibrary.org/events or click here.
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Friday, February 9, 2024 from 1:00pm-2:00pm
It's a half day for Barnstable Public School kiddos! Swing by Sturgis Library to create a Lego masterpiece and chat with friends!
No registration required-- drop in!
Questions? Email Christy at youth.adult@sturgislibrary.org
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Alma Thomas Workshop: Ablaze with Color | |
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Friday, February 23, 2024 from 12:30pm-1:30pm
Join us as we celebrate and honor artist Alma Thomas with this hands-on workshop for kiddos ages 8-12!
Alma Thomas is the first Black woman to have a solo exhibit at the Whitney Museum in New York City and the first Black woman to have her work chosen for the White House Collection. Inspired by nature and space, and with the use of vibrant color in her paintings, Alma sought to focus on beauty and joy.
Drawing inspiration from Alma's work, kids will create their own masterpieces.
All materials are provided by the library.
Registration is required. Click here to register or visit sturgislibrary.org/events
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Wednesdays at 10:30am
Swing by to read a story, illustrate a picture, talk with friends, and learn about nature at Sturgis Library's weekly Storytime!
Geared to ages 2-4 but all are welcome to attend.
Registration is not required.
Questions? Email Christy at youth.adult@sturgislibrary.org
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The Sprightly Bright Book Club | |
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Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 4:00pm
Let’s choose, read, and discuss books together! This gathering, we’ll be discussing Daughter of the Deep by Rick Riordan.
Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.
For kiddos 9ish-12ish years old.
Registration is required. To register, please email Christy at youth.adult@sturgislibrary.org
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Beyond Black History Month | |
Beginning February 1, 2024
In honor of Black History Month, the librarians at Sturgis Library have compiled year-long reading guides that celebrate Black voices and honor the Black experience every month of the year.
Lists are available at the library for adults and children. Please come in and help yourself!
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Recommended New Titles
Click the links to learn more about each book or search the online catalog
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Why not take up a new hobby in the new year, or explore a new interest? Here are 6 new titles to spark your creativity: | |
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Sturgis Library
3090 Main Street P.O. Box 606
Barnstable, MA 02630
www.sturgislibrary.org
director@sturgislibrary.org
508-362-6636
Our hours are:
Monday 10-5
Tuesday 10-7
Wednesday 10-5
Thursday 10-5
Friday 10-5
Saturday 10-4
Sundays and holidays CLOSED
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