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Calling all gardeners! When you're out in your garden dividing plants this spring, why not pot some up for Sturgis Library's annual Plant and Garden Sale?
We will accept annuals, perennials, seedlings, shrubs, herbs, container gardens, houseplants, new or gently used tools, terra cotta or pottery pots in good condition, garden decor, birdfeeders or birdhouses, newer gardening books, and more!
When you pot your plants, please label them (popsicle sticks work great) indicating the variety, if it requires sun/shade, and height and habit if known. Also please indicate the color.
The Plant and Garden Sale will begin the last week of May, and will be ongoing through early June. Please bring your donated items to the Library starting Monday, May 24th. Staff will let you know where to drop the items off . Please call us at 508-362-6636 or email sturgislibrary@comcast.net if you have any questions.
And thank you!
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Mark your calendars for our 2021 garden tours, offered as part of the Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival. While not all the gardens feature hydrangeas, each garden of our 4 gardens is uniquely beautiful.
The gardens will be open for tours on two days in July -- Saturday, July 10th and Monday July 12th, from 10 am to 4 pm. Admission to each garden is $5 and all proceeds help fund library programs and services. More information on the gardens will be available in May.
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During the month of August we will be holding an Amazing Online Auction, filled with great items to bid on. There will be art, unique adventures, books, collectibles, clothing, food, travel-related items, buy-it-now items, and more.
The auction will run from August 1st at 6 AM to August 31st at 5 PM.
The Library is accepting quality items for the auction through July 15th. Contact Lucy Loomis, Director, at 508-362-6636 for more information.
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Research Room and Historic Section Reopened |
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The historic section of Sturgis Library, which houses our research collection, is now open by appointment for researchers and visitors (or for walk-in visits if no one else is scheduled).
Researchers may reserve an hour of time at present -- we hope to expand this time limitation in the months ahead. Our research collection and archives feature materials on Cape Cod & Massachusetts history, genealogy, and the maritime trades.
In addition to research, visitors can take a self-guided tour of the historic Hooper, Kittredge, and Lothrop Rooms, learn more about the Library's history, and view portraits, artifacts, and other items related to Rev. John Lothrop, the Sturgis family, and the history of the Library and the Town of Barnstable.
To reserve a time to visit, please call the Library at 508-362-6636 or email us at sturgislibrary@comcast.net.
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Donate Your Vehicle to Sturgis Library |
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It's easy to donate your used vehicle to Sturgis Library -- and it doesn't even have to be running! Visit our vehicle donation webpage at https://www.careasy.org/nonprofit/Sturgis-Library,-Barnstable-Village and fill out the form about half way down the page. Or, if you prefer, you can call the toll-free number at the top of the donation web page and the folks at CarEasy will take your information. They do all the paperwork, pick up the car, and send you documents for tax purposes. They sell the vehicle at auction, and 70% of the value to the vehicle supports Sturgis Library. Donate today!
If you need help with the donation process, please call Lucy at 508-362-8448.
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Now that vaccinations are available to everyone 16 and up, it is tempting to think that you can go without your face mask or face covering in public spaces. However, masks are still required inside Sturgis Library, and should cover both your mouth and nose.
Starting April 30th, masks are no longer required outdoors as long as you are able to socially distance.
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Birds of the New England Swamp |
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Tuesday May 4th at 5 PM via ZOOM
Wildlife photographer, Peter Christoph, presents a narrated slideshow , sharing both his award winning images and his photographic secrets as he brings you inside a typical New England Swamp!
This program is sponsored by most of the Barnstable Libraries! To sign up, visit:
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Find our seed library located next to our vestibule doorway. Due to seed shortages, we have a limited selection this year and ask families/households to LIMIT their choices to THREE packets or less. We are always taking donations though, so if you have any seeds you saved from last year that you don't plan on using, please consider making a donation :)
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The History of Theater on Cape Cod |
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Tuesday May 11th @ 6:30 PM via ZOOM
Join us for a FREE ZOOM talk with Sue Mellen, author of the book “A History of Theater on Cape Cod” as she discussed the topic of her book and does a Q and A.
To sign up, EMAIL sturgisreference@comcast.net.
Author and theater reviewer Sue Mellen lifts the curtain on the rich history of theater on Cape Cod, beginning—where it all began—in Provincetown. She paints a vivid picture of the early years of American drama on the culture-rich peninsula, bringing attendees into the world of Eugene O’Neill and the Provincetown Players, the Barnstormers and other early groups. Then, as she does in her book, A History of Theater on Cape Cod, she takes audiences on a tour of the Cape’s many-faceted theater history, giving theater-lovers an insider’s view of what has made Cape theater great.
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Talking Historical Fiction With
Asha Lemmie, Crystal Hana Kim,
Michaela Carter, and Andromeda Romano-Lax
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Tuesday May 18th at 6:30 PM via ZOOM
Join us as we talk to several authors of historical fiction about their writing process, book recommendations, and everything in between. This program will take place via ZOOM.
To sign up, email us at sturgisreference@comcast.net. Free and open to all!
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Wednesday May 26th at 6 PM via ZOOM
Join us for an evening of poetry presented by Voices of Poetry.
To Register, email sturgisreference@comcast.net. Free and open to all!
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LGBTQ Pride Month Fiction Celebration with A.C. Wise, Sam J Miller, Cassandra Khaw, and Richard Kadrey |
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Tuesday June 8th at 6:30 PM via ZOOM
Join Sturgis Library for a ZOOM panel discussion with award winning authors A.C Wise, Sam J. Miller, Cassandra Khaw, and Richard Kadrey in celebration of LGBTQ Pride Month! We will be talking all things reading and writing across several genres. There will be a Q and A and a digital book sale following the talk. Free and open to all!
Registration Required. To sign up, email us at sturgisreference@comcast.net!
Free and open to all!
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Cape Cod Poetry Review Digital Release Party |
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Tuesday June 29th at 6:00 PM
Join us for a digital reading and talk with the contributors and editors of Cape Cod Poetry Review's 8th issue. This program will be held over Zoom. Free and open to all.
Registration Required. To sign up, email us at sturgisreference@comcast.net!
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Outdoor Storytime
Every Friday at 1:00 PM
Join us outside, weather permitting, for stories, songs, and merriment every Friday at 1:00!
Each participant must wear a mask and we kindly ask you to remain 6 feet away from those outside of your group.
Registration is required!
Please email Christy at cmunier@clamsnet.org to register.
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The Sprightly, Bright Book Club
Held virtually on the last Tuesday of every month
Are you between the ages of 7ish to 10ish years old? Do you like (or love!) to read? If you answered yes to these questions, then The Sprightly Bright Book Club is the place for you!
Let's choose, read, and discuss books together!
The discussion will take place virtually via Zoom the last Tuesday of every month at 4:30pm.
Registration is required!
For more information and to register, please email Christy at cmunier@clamsnet.org
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Artful Mornings at Sturgis Library
Every Wednesday at 10:00am May 5th through August 4th
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“In nature, nothing is perfect and everything is perfect.” -Alice Walker
Nature inspires and we create!
Join us outside every Wednesday, weather permitting, at 10:00 for a nature- based reading followed by a nature-inspired art session!
Geared towards ages 2+
Masks must be worn by all participants. Social distancing rules apply.
Registration is required! Email Christy at cmunier@clamsnet.org
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Sturgis Library's Little Quest
Swing by anytime throughout the month of May!
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Visit Sturgis Library during the month of May and embark on a little magical quest!
Four tiny magical lands will be set up in the library's front lawn underneath the big tree! After discovering each magical land, check it off on your checklist! Once you've discovered all four lands, head to the circulation desk-- a helpful (and mystical) librarian will grant you ownership of your own magical stones! (*Magical Stones are not suited for small children.) Checklists can be scooped up in the children’s room beginning in May!
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Young Artists Featured in Barnstable Village
Sturgis Library asks young artists of all ages to submit their artwork to be displayed in the Barnstable Village Association's display case located in the center of Barnstable Village!
Each artist will be featured for one week!
Artists can contact Christy at cmunier@clamsnet.org to coordinate a week to display their artwork.
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Sturgis Library
3090 Main Street P.O. Box 606
Barnstable, MA 02630
www.sturgislibrary.org
sturgislibrary@comcast.net
508-362-6636
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