More resources for you while the
library is closed.
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We are making many changes around the library in anticipation of opening. We have been adding sneeze guards, moving computers and furniture to allow for social distancing work and study. Plus we have automatic doors, auto flush toilets' and faucets. Book check out will be improved to meet new guidelines. We can't wait to see you!
Please
reach out
if you have question or a need, or call 508-428-5757 M-F 9-3
Need to print something? Email it to
OVLprint1@gmail.com
your item will be printed and instructions on pick-up.
FYI,
all library materials have automatically been renewed to May 5th.
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The blood drive with the American Red Cross hosted at the library
produced
50 pints of blood
that will
help over 150 people
.
New dates coming up soon!
Thank you to those who came out to donate.
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Interview with Precinct 5 Town Councilor David Bogan
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Since David Bogan is unable to hold hours at the library we decided to do an interview. If you have questions or comments for the Councilor, he can be reached at
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One-way books still going strong!
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We continue to fill carts with kids and adults books, DVDs, and puzzles from the library bookstore. They are in front of the library under the farmers porch, available Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Help yourself while exercising the recommended social precautions, sanitize items, and please do not return the books back to the library!
New books are added daily. Over 1400 items given away to date!
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New Online resources for kids & adults at home
To fulfill our mission to foster life-long learning, while the building is closed, here are some opportunities to try something new while we are separated.
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More fun and educational links to for kids and adults
Enjoy a selection of
50 magazines
titles that are always available! No need to download--you can read them online or from your mobile device using the
Libby app
.
Always Available eBook Collection now featured on our public OverDrive site. No wait times. -
Start Downloading
Want to be part of a
Virtual Cookbook Book Club
? For many of us, it is hard trying to come up with interesting meals from our own kitchens with limited ingredients. Since we must be apart right now, let’s explore different cookbooks, cook, and share our experience together. The Circulation Manager and Cataloger are teaming up to create a
virtual cookbook club
! Let us know if you are interested in joining the fun!
Email
How to
Build the Ultimate
Indoor Obstacle Course
-
View Link
14 Ways to
Celebrate Your Child’s Birthday
During Covid19 -
Get Ideas
Easy
Stop Motion Animatio
n for Beginners w/ipad -
View Link
Google Arts & Culture
is an online platform through which you can view high-resolution images and videos of artworks and cultural artifacts from partner cultural organizations throughout the world. -
Start Viewing
Bored on Earth?
Take a trip to Mars
, get beamed up to the red planet for a tour with Curiosity rover for an immersive experience.
Bean me Up!
Learn the benefits of a
plant based meals and receipts to ad more veggies to your diet. With Dr. Prieto from CCH.
Learn more
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Since we have had so much rain, why not plant a
Rain Garden.
It is attractive and good for the environment.
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You can't help but notice the
rain garden
in front of the library. Th
is project was completed in partnership with the Association to Preserve Cape Cod, Americorps Cape Cod, Horsley Witten Group, the Town of Barnstable, and Three Bays Preservation with funding provided by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Southeast New England Program. If you would like to explore starting your own rain garden
follow this link for help and plant list.
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News from around the Town
Effective Monday, April 13, 2020, the
Transfer Station and Recycling Center
will be temporarily closing the facility on Tuesdays and Wednesdays through May 4, 2020. Also, the Recycling Area at the Town of Barnstable’s Transfer Station will be temporarily closed through May 4, 2020.
More info.
New due dates for the following real estate and personal property bills, motor vehicle excise bills, water and sewer utility bills, and exemption and deferral applications:
Fourth Quarter Real Estate and Personal Property Tax Bills:
- Original Due Date: May 1, 202 - New Due Date: June 1, 2020
Motor Vehicle Excise Taxes:
- Any bills issued with a due date of March 10, 2020, or later are now due on June 1, 2020, regardless of the due date printed on the bill
Water and Sewer Utility Bills:
Town of Barnstable Finance Director further clarification regarding payment of Water Utility Bills and Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Bills.
Click here for full notice >
- Any bills issued with a due date of March 10, 2020, or later are now due on June 1, 2020, regardless of the due date printed on the bill
Property Tax Personal Exemption and Tax Deferral Applications:
- Original Due Date: April 1, 2020 - Extended Due Date: June 1, 2020
More information
from the Town of Barnstable -
Click Here
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Need to Talk? Samaritans are available to Listen
During this unprecedented time, it can feel overwhelming to receive constant messages about COVID-19. Please know that we are here for you. Call or text our 24/7 helpline any time at 877-870-4673.
Check our
Facebook page
for interviews with local people on home schooling, dealing with kids at home, photo capturing COVID-19 on Cape Cod, and lots more.
For COVID-19 information you can trust, please visit:
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Available free through the Osterville Library website
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There are
over 4000 classes to choose from, here are some that might be helpful now f
or families, parents and or caregivers.
Need an Osterville Library card?
Call the library week-days and we can get you one over the phone!
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If you're 60+ or immunocompromised, visit the Osterville Helps website or respond to this email to get connected to a helper who can deliver your essentials to you.
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508-428-5757
43 Wianno Ave.
Osterville, MA 02655
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