Thursday, May 28, 2009

"Mini" Book Sale

This Saturday, May 30th, The Friends of the Vineyard Haven Public Library will host a “mini” book sale from noon-2pm, with books, audiobooks, and VHS movies for kids, teens and adults.

The Friends will host additional book sales throughout the year, so you don't have to wait for the annual Fall sale. Proceeds from the sale will help support the Library Children’s Program, Summer Reading Program, Sunday Programs, and other Friends-sponsored events.

Saturday, May 23, 2009

Memorial Day in Tisbury

On Monday, May 25th the library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. Join your neighbors at the Memorial Day Picnic on the grounds of the Tisbury Water Works on West Spring Street from noon until 4pm.

There will be free lemonade and ice cream, and grills are provided. Entertainment will include games, pony rides, rowboating, and performances by the Flying Elbows and Tristan Israel.

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Schedule Changes for Library Meetings

The Friends of the Vineyard Haven Public Library usually meet at 1pm on the fourth Monday of the month, but will meet on May 18th this month due to the Memorial Day holiday. The meeting is open to anyone who is interested in learning more about the Friends and their activities.

Also this month the Board of Library Trustees will be meeting on Wednesday, May 27th, at 5:30pm. The Trustees usually meet on the third Wednesday of each month, and these meetings are open to the public.

Tuesday, May 12, 2009

It's a Great Time to Visit the New England Aquarium!

The Friends of the Vineyard Haven Library still have discount admission passes available through June 30th for the New England Aquarium.

Each pass will admit up to 4 visitors at a reduced admission of $8.00 per person, payable at the Aquarium. (Regular admission prices are $19.95 for adults, $11.95 for children, and $17.95 for seniors.)

Passes are available for each day that the Aquarium is open through June 30th, and must be used on the date specified. Passes may be picked up at the Library circulation desk. Call the library for more information or to check on available dates.

The Aquarium is located at 1 Central Wharf in Boston, phone number (617) 973-5200. The Aquarium is open weekdays 9am-5pm, and weekends 9am-6pm (through June 30).