What's happening next at the Osterville Village Library? |
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TODAY! Book Signing with Ayanna Parrent,
Author of "Becoming Free"
Saturday, May 8 | 10 AM-2 PM | Calvin C. Gould Library Green
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Ayanna Parrent is many things: mother, daughter, sister, wife, POUND Pro, life coach, recovering alcoholic, survivor. Born into a family dynamic struggling to find its foundation, Ayanna resolved not to become like her own mother, an addict who walked a fine line between fierce inspiration and neglectful parent, until the moment she realized that was exactly who she’d become. But despite Ayanna’s own traumatic past, there was within her a spark of hope that finally ignited when a breakthrough occurred during her second time in rehab. That spark helped Ayanna to conceive of and create a business model that is destined to change the face of recovery. It’s all about Becoming Free. |
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New! iVOX: Books that Move |
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iVOX is a children's book app for ages 3-8, which engages and delights curious young minds with the latest in storytelling technology.
Part eBook, part audiobook, and part virtual pop-up. Children follow along with the exciting stories while interacting with 3D characters and scenes--immersed in the narrative like never before (no 3D glasses needed!). Best of all, all you need is the internet, a smartphone, and a library card!
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Mother's Day Grab & Go Craft |
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Come grab a to-go craft bag to make a Happy Mother's Day frame than any mom would love! There are also books on different kinds of moms available for checkout! |
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Sneak Peek: 2021 Experience Osterville Guide
and Web App
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This year's Experience Osterville Guide is our way of supporting the businesses in our community while simultaneously creating the ultimate 21st-century Osterville resource.
The 2021 guide will soon be available in 3 formats:
- full color print edition
- online virtual magazine format with hyperlinks
- app version with hyperlinks to websites and the option of push notifications.
As you can see in the video above, the app is a robust collection of resources and information, with live links directly to advertisers' websites and contact information to get customers where they want to be as efficiently as possible.
Keep an eye out for the full release soon!
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3rd Annual Plein Air & Le Jardin |
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This year's 3rd Annual Plein Air & Le Jardin event is already underway with an exciting lineup of artists. Get to know the style of the many talented artists participating in this year's event by checking out their work below, where it's also available for purchase! There will be new pieces added weekly through July, so be sure to check back in regularly. |
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Family Caregiver Conversations
*Registration required*
Saturday, June 5 | 10-11:30 AM | Library Gazebo
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Are you experiencing or coming out of caregiving? Join us for an itneractive, hands-on experience for those caring for their loved ones. Together we will explore who you are in your caregiving role as well as who you are as an individual. This event is free, but registration is required.
This event will be hosted by Louisa Wiebe Stringer, family caregiver accountability mentor. Visit her website below to learn more or register.
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Yoga with Pernille
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from June 16-August 20 | 8-9 AM | Calvin C. Gould Library Green
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New Database: Mometrix Test Prep |
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Mometrix Test Prep is the world’s largest curated collection of educational materials for helping individuals pass high-stakes standardized tests. They offer more than 3,500 products covering over 1,500 different standardized exams, and frequently update and curate their collection to ensure it contains the latest test prep information.
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Art Exhibit: Cape Cod Visual Artists Cooperative |
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Pictured above is "Rose Garden" by Lew Schwartz, VAC chairperson
This spring, stop by to peruse our Main Meeting Room art exhibit featuring the Cape Cod Visual Artists Cooperative (CCVAC). CCVAC is a group of local artists residing on Cape Cod who work in all visual media and exhibit in group shows. Learn more about the CCVAC at www.ccvac.art.
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The Complete Personal Finance Course:
Save, Protect, Make More
Take at your convenience through UDEMY
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This complete personal finance course is 3 courses in 1:
- save more money
- protect your money
- make more money.
Some of the many topics and exercises covered in the course include:
- how to analyze and significantly decrease your personal expenses so your net worth increases significantly in the long run
- more than 100 ways to help you save much more money
- how very small savings habits changes lead to more later in life!
No prior finance or accounting or Excel experience is required to take this course!
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Win a New 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport |
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The 29th annual car raffle is on! Tickets are available online or in person at the library. Only 1,199 tickets will be sold, and last year sold out! Get your tickets before the drawing on August 28. Tickets make great gifts! |
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Join Our Latest Reading Challenge: Spring Into Reading |
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Some lucky readers in our Spring Into Reading challenge will be eligible to win prizes!
You can join more than one challenge, and your reading can count for all your challenges!
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Do you ever feel like you're reading the same book over and over? Or are you looking for something new and exciting but not sure where to start?
Well, look no further! Every Friday, we'll be recording a virtual reading of the first chapter of a different book (one children's book and one adult book) to give you a taste of some hits and recommendations.
Catch our most recent chapters below, and tune in to our website or social media weekly and see what grabs your attention!
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For adults: A Good Neighborhood by Therese Anne Fowler, narrated by Gregg
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For Kids: The Only Black Girls in Town by Brandy Colbert, narrated by Wendy
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Important COVID-19 Vaccination Changes |
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People age 16 and older who live, work, or study in Massachusetts are now eligible to be vaccinated. Over the coming weeks, vaccine availability at select pharmacy locations is expected to increase substantially.
Barnstable County is transitioning to the new, state-run vaccine pre-registration system, called Color. In order to get a first-dose vaccine appointment at one of the clinics, you must pre-register through the Mass.gov website. Simply click the link below:
Once you are pre-registered, the system will alert you via your preferred form of communication (phone, email, or text) when there is an opportunity for you to schedule an appointment.
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Guidance For People Who Are Fully Vaccinated
Against COVID-19
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COVID-19 vaccines that are currently authorized in the United States are very effective at protecting vaccinated people against severe COVID-19. Until more people are vaccinated, prevention measures will continue to be necessary for all people, even people who have been fully vaccinated. |
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Talk with Kip Diggs, State Representative for 2nd Barnstable District |
Kip Diggs, State Representative for 2nd Barnstable District, is at the OVL for open office hours every Tuesday from 10 AM-12 PM.
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Would you like to help with our summer fundraising events? |
We are looking for volunteers to help with our summer fundraising events, from Plein Air to Mutts & Martinis! Email [email protected] if interested.
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Attention Collectors of Rare, Old Books:
This One's For You!
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The OVL will be providing a list of NEW donations available for purchase, to be updated regularly. Books will be researched for current selling prices, however, OVL will entertain any reasonable offer for the books.
BELOW ARE THE BOOKS LISTED FOR WEEK ENDING MAY 8:
Webster’s New International Dictionary, Second Edition
Unabridged, William Allan Neilson, Thomas A. Knott, Paul W. Carhart, G&C Merriam Co., Springfield MA; 1945 - 2 copies online selling for $149 and $250
Seaweeds, Charles James Hillson
A Color-Coded Illustrated Guide to Common Marine Plants of the East Coast of the
United States; Keystone Books, The Pennsylvania State University Press, University
Park and London; 1977, internet prices: $62.70 and $85.49. Copy is missing cover
jacket.
Holy Bible, King James Authorized Version
Arranged by Subject, Scriptural Verse and Page; color maps, paintings. Holman Press
Large book (12”x9-3/4”) Mint Condition $36.50
Howitt, Cook and Landon
Poetical Works of Mary Howitt, Eliza Cook and L.E.L. A new edition 1851;
Boston: Philipps, Sampson, & Co. 110 Washington Street. Searched extensively
online could not find exact version.
Shelley’s Poetical Works
The Poetical Works of Percy Bysshe Shelley; First American Edition (Complete) Boston: Phillips, Sampson, and Co. New York: James C. Derby 1854. No online version found.
The See of Peter, Shotwell and Loomis
Records of Civilization Sources and Studies edited by James T.Shotwell; Louise Ropes Loomis copyright 1927 by Columbia University Press; The Plimpton Press, Norwood, Mass. Only one book (1991) found on Amazon selling for $186
Gidget, Frederick Kohner
The little girl with big ideas. 1957 selling on eBay for $95.
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Share Your Pandemic Story
Open submissions throughout the duration of the pandemic
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Postcards From a Pandemic
Call for submissions!
Open submissions throughout the duration of the pandemic
In collaboration with the William Brewster Nickerson Cape Cod History Archives, the Cape Pandemic Postcards Project is documenting this unprecedented moment for future generations through your essays, stories, poems, and images that capture the social, emotional, spiritual, and economic impact of COVID-19.
Become part of Cape Cod history!
This collection will capture a diverse cross section of voices, each contributing a unique perspective on how our lives on Cape Cod evolved throughout the duration of the pandemic. In addition to the archive, we are planning to publish an anthology (all proceeds will be donated to a local charity).
Be part of this community-wide endeavor! All residents of all ages are encouraged to participate!
How to Share Your Story
For more details, or to browse the current collection, visit our Cape Pandemic Postcards web page via www.nickersonarchives.org
*You will need to sign into your Google account (Gmail). Contact us if you do not have access to Gmail and need help.
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Fun and Learning for the Family |
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FAMILIES
OLDER KIDS
YOUNGER KIDS
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Links of Interest, Updated Bi-Monthly |
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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.
Osterville restaurants open for take-out:
Please Support Our Osterville Businesses
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Upcoming Blood Drives at the OVL
*Registration required*
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Wednesday, May 12
Thursday, May 13
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The OVL Chronicles Our Commitment to the Community During the Pandemic |
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Follow the OVL as we chronicle our response to the pandemic in support of our community. This video covers our work from the day we were mandated to close to the day we could reopen and remain open in service to our community and to enhance the lives of our residents. |
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We have new hours
Monday 9-5
Tuesday 10-5
Wednesday 9-5
Thursday 10-5
Friday 9-5
Saturday 9-4
Sunday 12-4
Subject to change as we work through opening guidelines and new procedures.
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508-428-5757
43 Wianno Ave.
Osterville, MA 02655
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